Lynette Oriwia Preston

Also known as "Lyn"

20 January 195725 June 2024

PRESTON, Lynette Oriwia (Lyn). Passed away peacefully on 25th June 2024 at home surrounded by her loving family. A special, treasured and valued lady loved by all her family and all who knew her. The service to celebrate Lyn’s life will be held at St Faiths Anglican Church, Tunohopu Street, Ohinemutu, Rotorua on Saturday 29th June at 12noon. All communications to Preston Family C/- Collingwood, 1358 Eruera Street, Rotorua.

Funeral service held at St Faiths Anglican Church

Tributes

Still thinking about you everyday, miss you forever and always Thanks for loving us the way you did, your work ethic was second to none. Your generosity was incredible and we will miss your sense of humour. I still can’t believe you aren’t here, we have been gathering all of the pictures and videos we have of you and have been watching them everyday to feel a little bit of that warm light you brought to our lives You were truly one of the best people I have had the pleasure of knowing. Always in our hearts and minds Moe mai rā e te mareikura 💜

Kasey Bird

So very sorry I couldn’t attend today Aunty Win. My thoughts have been with you and your family. Lyn had a wonderful life and obviously worked very hard for others. On watching the online stream I could see Nasser and Bruce attended. Much love from myself and my family. Sheryl McCarthy (Honeycombe).

Sheryl McCarthy

Dear Lyn Thank you for all the laughter & good times over many years at the gym. We shared a passion for health, fitness & aerobics. Your classes were always popular & you had a huge following with many members who loved you. I’m sure you’ll have your leotard on up there taking friends through their paces. Lots of love my dear friend xx

Derrin Farnell (Tuckey)

What a beautiful farewell for a beautiful soul. You will be missed by so many. You gave our small club the opportunity to really shine with pride in our community. We will forever be thankful and always have you in our prayers. Manuia lou Malaga tinā. Alofaaga Vatau and your aiga at Ulalei Wainuiomata Sport🙌🏾

Vatau Sagaga

It’s with such a heavy heart Lyn that it’s time to say goodbye. You were a true inspiration to so many people, including me. A truely lovely soul who will be missed by so many. Love you Lyn. Lorraine Thorne.

Lorraine Thorne

My amazing sister. Thank you for the laughs over the years. You will be dearly missed by everyone you have made contact with especially the whanau. Don't forget to drop in now and again to keep everyone on their toes.

Charles Mika

My Dear LYNNE I am heartbroken To hear you have left your loving Family and friends.. My heart goes out to Auntie Winnie and All Of you there grieving for this Wonderful lady, who, with Uncle Brian, I knew so many years ago. We have treasured memories Of you always.. RIP ♥️

Dot PRESTON

lyn. Thank you for all your Aroha and support over thw years through funding. You will be sadly missed by all. RIP Lyn xo

Vicky Jenkins

Feisty, tough, generous, thoughtful. You will be missed. I’m glad we caught up not too long ago. Gone too quickly, but not forgotten. Condolences to your caring family. How they must be missing you ❤️. Hug mum for me when you find her. From the Lowry cousins and our families here in Australia.

Ellen Lowry

So sad to read of your passing. Lots of memories with the whanau growing up even though you were older than us. Sending our love to everyone back home in the Preston family. ❤️ Dena USA & the Tuhakaraina whanau Central Rd

Dena Kelley

Moe mai rā Lynny, my darling cousin . Sending aroha & condolences to Aunty Wyn & all our Preston Whānau. Fly high beautiful & rest well love & miss you 💔 Aud, Mark, Aunty Dot & families Perth WA 🌿🕊️

Audrey Roberts

Kia au to moe Lyn. We thank you for your time and aroha that you gave to us and the arts community. Arohanui to your whānau at this sad time xxx

Kellez Mcmanus
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