We went though school alongside each other. Not close, but because of the size of our school, friendly and respectful. Pam was much loved. She found many things easy, and those legs- boy could she run! I was fortunate to catch up in January 2014 when we spent an evening laughing over dinner- reminiscing and filling each other in on our respective medical work. Please know that Pam was someone very special. We are so sorry you have lost her and we mourn with you.

Golly . Correction to my earlier tribute. She has Helena in A Midsummers Night Dream ! And a very fine one !

Pam was kind , clever, funny , quirky and unforgettable. She was a great Theseus in Midsummer Nights Dream . She was a great long distance runner . She had a great smile . Pam was one of the greats! To her family , her beloved boys, please accept my sincere condolences . Pam was an outstanding human being . With love from Shelley Richardson ( née Probert ) Queen Margaret College Old Girls .

Rest in Peace dear Pam. We will all remember you as witty, clever , very sporty and a wicked sense of humour. We have great memories of time shared over those 5 secondary school years at Queen Margaret’ college. Much love and thoughts to your family. Xxoo

Pam and I started at our third form at Queen Margaret College in Wellington in 1975. Five wonderful years where Pam excelled at all she put her hand to, Sports, academic, the stage - there was nothing she couldn't do well. In those first years Pam saved her mum's life which made her a hero, but true to Pam she was humble about the importance of her actions. Pam was a gentle, quiet, high achiever so it was wonderful to have her as a friend. We enjoyed all the wonderful things of being a teenager. Good friends, school dances sporting success. On finishing school we drifted apart - no social media to keep connected. I was lucky to meet up again with Pam 12 or so years ago. Meeting her family and learning about her married life. Successful in her work and still the same gentle kind soul. Visiting when she was admitted to the care home we were lucky to have a few laughs and share good memories. God Speed Pam - gone too soon.