Shirley Rae Witheford

20 May 193615 July 2024

Witheford, Shirley Rae.

On 15th July 2024, Aged 88 years.

Dearly loved wife of the late Ron.

Loved mother and mother-in-law of Bruce and Lal, Keith, Kaylene and John Bassett, Stuart and the late Tracy, Owen and Nikki. Mother-in-law to Sheila.

Loved nana of 11 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren.

A celebration of Shirley's life was held at the Wellsford District Community Centre, Matheson Road, Wellsford on Tuesday 23rd July, at 12:30pm followed by interment at Minniesdale Cemetery.

Tributes or messages to the family can be left below.

Posted communications to The Witheford Family, C/- PO Box 652, Warkworth 0941.

A copy of the livestream is available for viewing from the video section below. 

Funeral service held at Wellsford District Community Centre

Tributes

Dear Shirley, We were only 10years old when we first started writing to each other. How the world and our lives have changed in that time. I am sure if we lived nearer we would be best friends. I feel we have both seen many changes in our lives as we grew up , married and had our families. It was a holiday of a lifetime when in 2002 we visited you and Ron, and met all your wonderful family. Do hope you haven't suffered in your retirement years. Very sad to hear that you have passed away, but we have many happy memories especially of visiting you in New Zealand. R.I.P dear Shirley. Love Brenda & Roger

Brenda Wheatley

Thinking of you all at this sad time of the passing and loss of your beautiful mum and Nanna. We met Shirley just a few times but we loved her warmth, friendliness, faith and hospitality. She is now in the arms of her loving Saviour. May the memories you shared over her lifetime help to comfort you and ease the pain. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Love Graeme and Heather Tindall

Graeme and Heather Tindall
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