9 March 1949 – 23 May 2024
9 March 1949 – 23 May 2024
HOLDT Colleen Avyce (nee Parker)
Only daughter of Avyce and Charlie, loved sister of Dan, Rob and Kerry
It is with great sadness that we announce our darling sissy, best friend, aunty/great aunty to many, godmother, nurse, cake decorator and all-round good sport passed away on Thursday 23rd May 2024.
She is now with her darling husband Brian, after a life fulfilled with fun and laughter. That smile we will remember forever.
As per Colleen’s wishes, family and close friends will gather privately to say farewell. Colleen's wider community is invited to watch the livestream here on her tribute page.

So sorry to hear of Colleen's passing. I knew her during her work in Radiology. You always knew where Colleen was by the laughter coming from the room. She certainly had a great wit and smile. Rest easy with Brian.
RIP to a lovely caring, happy, smiling lady at peace with her loving husband Brian (Jeeves) Holdt a friend for 50 plus years
I will miss our random meetings Colleen. Mostly in the plant shops! I didn’t think my visit to you in your new place was my last goodbye. Condolences to your family.
Our deepest sympathies to the family on the passing of Colleen. One of the good ones and have fond memories of the banter and her great sense of humor when the family got together. Rest in peace Colleen
Such a loss of a great family friend to Reg and Felicity, and God Mother to Margaret. Thank you for everything you did when Fliss was sick. May you fly high with the angel's. Once again joined with your love. Forever missed. Xx❤️
My darling friend & cake buddy Colleen ❤️ It’s been a long day without you my friend I’ll tell you all about it when I see you again. Lots of love from Mary & Merv ❌ ‘If love alone could have kept you here You would have lived forever’ Try and behave yourself up there Remember they were there before you 🤣
Our dear friend Colleen A member of the NPCDG & NZCDG for 17 years Members of our cake club will remember her for her friendship, generosity, and for sharing her knowledge of cake decorating, For her styley clothes, her strong opinions, and her wicked sense of humour. And especially for ALL the meetings and workshops we had to pause until she would stop talking. RIP Colleen x from a group of crazy like minded people
Ready in love and peace Aunty Colleen, you will be missed dearly ♥️♥️
Dear Colleen fly with the angels Love Jan
To Colleen’s family… may you forever smile thinking of Colleen’s contagious laughter and her wicked cheekiness. Colleen was a fiercely loyal person and stuck up for what was right. Colleen and my mum, Christine Mora, spent many mischievous years together making memories, and I thank Colleen for all the joy and friendship she has shared with our family. May you rest in peace, Colleen, with your beloved Brian. Jacqui, Grant, Kyra & Rhys Allan
Dearest Aunty Colleen, Such a beautiful send off for one of the best! You had us in fits of laughter and in tears. Thank you for constantly checking in to ensure Charli was OK. I am so grateful for your messages and will miss your cheeky banter. Sending love to The Parker Family. Thinking of you all. Much love from The Central Coast of NSW, Ama, Charli, Jarvis and Kwane xxxx
A nursing colleague remembered with love.
RIP Aunty Colleen. You've always been an absolute hoot, and proudly owned the Parker straight-shooter trait. Enjoy your forever with Brian, you've earned it.
Rest in peace aunty Colleen. I will always remember you and the amazing wedding cake you made us!
To my Dearest Parker Family You will be missed Colleen. Thank you for letting me and my children be apart of your journey. You will be missed by many. To my Parker Family - thoughts and heartfelt condolences to you all at this time. Much love Rita & Family
Thank you for your love and friendship over the years, Colleen. You were the best aunty to Kellie and Ben, and best great aunt to Charlie, Zoe, and Abbie. I have so many special memories of happy times spent with you over the years at 157 Coronation Ave, Darnell Street, and Eton Place. Rest easy now, Colleen, reunited with your lovely Brian. You fought bravely with strength and dignity. Your friendship and presence meant so much to me and to so many others. You were simply the best! You will be missed. Forever and always in our hearts. ❤️❤️❤️
Oh Aunty Colleen I'm so sorry ♥️ fly high and free now, reunited with Uncle Brian ♥️ You are the best and you will be so missed ♥️
So sorry to hear about Colleen's passing. Remembering the good times at the beach when we were young.
Thank you Colleen for being such a special Auntie. So many fond memories growing up and having you there. The birthdays Christmas’s swimming in your pool and hanging with my cousins at your place or grandmas.Ill miss you singing happy birthday every year even up to my 46th I got it. Also our long conversations over the phone. Say hi to Grandma Granddad and Brian for me. Love Ben.
Colleen was a wonderful lady and a very important friend in my grandma (Eila Hutton)’s life. They were nurses together and friends for even longer. The times we got to spend with Colleen were spent listening to her recount hilarious stories and memories of my grandma after she passed. Always with a sharp wit and a kiwi sense of humor, Colleen was an icon in our family. She will be dearly missed.
To my awesome auntie Colleen, love and miss you heaps, this is not a good bye…just be late for our cuppa tea and carrot cake date with you on the other side hahaha #LOVEUAUNTIECOLLEEN
Dear Parker Family, So sorry to hear of the passing of your Beloved Sis. Colleen always had a twinkle in her eye and great stories. Sending Love and prayers. Denise and the Hogan/Novak families.
So so sorry to hear this Aunty Colleen. A lovely lady who loved many. Sadly missed 😞
Sincere condolences on the passing of Colleen. Such a loving person and always a cheerful smile, with the wit of her father. Love Tim, Wynn & family, Titahi Bay
Colleen so sorry you had to go and leave a big gap in our lives. It will take some time to get used to not having your company at our morning coffee sessions and helping us solve the problems under discussion. But we are comforted knowing that you will be reunited with your darling Brian whom you missed so much. Condolences to: Danny and Grace, Kerry and Karla, Rob and Liz and their extended families. R.I.P. Christine, Graham Mora and Kyra
Colleen Thank you for looking after me and your youngest brother when we were little squirts Teaching me to swim at the scouts pool Te Henui Looking out for us when we became bigger squirts Always caring , your faith, your strength , your smile Safe travels Grasshopper
So sad to hear of your loss of Colleen, she was one in a million, an amazing person and a truly caring nurse. Warm condolences to Kerry and Karla and the Parker family. xx


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