3 May 1927 – 4 January 2024
3 May 1927 – 4 January 2024
PEGGY
Our much loved, Matriarch passed away peacefully on Thursday 4th January 2024.
Loved wife of the late Clarry, Mum to Don, Diane and Barry.
Grandma to Jason, Tanya, Michael, Steven, Shawn, Masayo and Misty.
Great Grandma Mac to Zayne, Dominic, Charlie, Acacia, Caprise and Ayaka
Off on her last trip. RIP.
Granma Mac Thank you for all the precious memories we've all had the privilege of sharing with you. You always had a open home to us all, welcoming us in with a monumental amount of food no matter when or what time of day. And always eager to hear what we and your great grandchildren had going on. Rest in peace ❤ love steve, Zayne and Acacia
Precious we gem you were to us, I will always remember getting dragged along to most if not all of your groups that you had running/were apart of, from the Womens institute, Papamoa Paradise Probus club, The Jim Beam club and im sure many more! I loved always going on those fun adventures when we traveled for those clubs and all the fun memories we made together along the way. Thank you for all the great sleepovers, all the warm tucked in beds with many.. many layers which made it fun tidying up in the morning, letting me stay up late to watch tv with you and for always making sure i had breakfast and the fish oil tablets every morning i was with you ( which are stilll way to big and had such a gross after taste! ) Thank you for all the cooking and baking lessons and for always involving me in anything and everything when visiting, Thank you for bringing Chloe into our lives and for letting me help choose her name on the way to the vet a couple of days after you got her! You always had the greatest fashion and i was always in love with all of your beautiful jewellery and the way that you styled your hair.. even when you wanted mine to be the same when meeting your friends .. ha...ha .... Thank you for loving me as one of your own children and always looking out for me in my journey here on earth. Thank you for teaching me anything and everything to help get me to where i am today! Thank you for all these precious memories that you have gifted and left us with. I am forever grateful that I got to have you in my life so closely. I Love You Forever and Always Grandma - Love your first born Grand daughter <3 xxxx
Our beloved Grandma, forever a beacon of style. From her chic outfits that could rival any runway to the birthday cakes that tasted like pure magic, her cakes weren’t just desserts, they were edible expressions of her affection and I will always remember the creativity and care that went into them. Grandma’s home was more than a physical space; it was an open embrace of warmth and hospitality. Whether it was a cozy Sunday afternoon or a bustling holiday gathering, her doors were always wide open. Grandma, your sense of style and the aroma of your baking will forever linger in our hearts, weaving a timeless tale of love, laughter and the importance of family. The beautifully baked short bread and the moreish mince pies (that will never be beaten) will always remain in our memories as symbols of the love and esteem we felt for you. Your ‘Number One’ grandson Jason Tanya, Dominic and Charlie.
I remember Auntie Peggy as a graceful and immaculately groomed lady who always welcomed me with a lovely smile and a hug. She was a wonderful "food manufacter" of many dishes, particularly her baking. She will be sorely missed by the family and we know that she will now be with Uncle Clarry. Rest in Peace Auntie Peggy With love Gary McKenzie
Peggy McKenzie was a highly intelligent woman of independent thought, who was always a joy to be with. I look back to my early adolescent with great fondness when she included me in her visits (with Donald) to her parents; Mr & Mrs Farrant who had a shop in Hobson Street, Auckland. I continued my acquaintance after I married and had children up until I left NZ for a life in Australia. Much of the beautiful garden I developed in Henderson evolved from cuttings, bulbs and seedlings provided by Peggy and Mac. May they both RIP together. Love Gary ❤️
Grandma Mac was a very very generous person who was always looking out for the family and was very special to all of us. her cooking and baking was Phenomenal (especially the Yorkshire puddings). We are going to miss her a lot. May she rest in peace (I'll take very good care of your santa bears and parasols)
Mrs. Mac (Peggy), It has been an honour and a privilege for me to have known you for over 48 years. I have greatly admired you for being someone ahead of "the times" in your work life; for being gracious and tough, busy and fair, dedicated and committed. Your courage and strength stood as an example to all. You have always had a wonderful sense of style, everything matching, with never a hair out of place. I always enjoyed the conversations we had and you always had a smile. We will remember your 'famous' yummy mince pies and how you made them for all the events. You will be remembered as an important, inspirational person in our lives. Rest in peace. With love xx
My wonderful mother and friend. Always there with support ,advise,and help if needed A true Matriarch who took a keen interest in all that her family did Always had an open home to anyone Go be with Dad and Mac we-will all look after Chole Love you
Remembering 'Grandma' A life lived in service to friends and family.... Margaret 'Peggy McKenzie' was both a Grandmother, Mother, Mentor and Role Model to me. It's hard to know that she's gone, but she lived a life more than most could hope to aspire to in dedicated service to her family and friends. Peggy (Grandma) was a strong independant woman who was also extremely loving, and understanding and also enjoyed a good laugh too with 'that' smile. For those that knew her - She was smart, had a quick wit and sharp as a tack. Gma always us feel welcome and offered help, support or advice when needed. For those that crossed her - she was no nonsense, and didn't suffer fools or timewasters. I can't recall a time where she lost her cool, or behaved in a way that wasn't purely class. She took the effort to always present herself in the best way possible in her clothes, makeup and accessories no matter where she was going. She used to have a plaque on her desk that read 'I'm not flustered by today's problem's - I'm still dealing with yesterdays' - maybe that was her secret to it all?....just take it slow and deal with things at your own pace and it will all work out. What I do know is that she leaves a big hole in our family, and in our hearts. I can only hope that she has been reunited with Grandad and Mac finally and they are walking that final path together hand in hand. Thank you Gma - your words, your example, and your love has impacted us all and the path you have laid down is bright for us to follow.
Best Mother a man could have,she gave everything for family. RIP plum.

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