Peacefully passed away on 29 August 2025 at Summerset Papamoa, formerly of Northland, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of Norm. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Brenda, Ian and Deb; Russell and Amanda; Kevin and Judy; and Steven and Shayne. Treasured grandmother and great-grandmother of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A service to celebrate Gwen’s life will be held at Legacy Papamoa, 53 Te Okuroa Drive, Papamoa, on Wednesday, 3 September at 2.00 pm.

Communications to the Gwen McKinley family, c/- PO Box 3136, Tauranga 3142.