Deaths

JENKINS

Apr 21 2023 Updated April 21, 2023

Gisborne Herald

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JENKINS, Janet Sue (Jan). On Monday 17th April, 2023, peace- fully in Whakatane Hospital, after a brief but hard-fought battle, aged 70. Loved wife and best friend of Peter, for 53 years. Cherished mother of Warwick and Kirsty (Koo). Adored Nana of Emily Summer. Loved sister of Helen, Lynn and Kathy. Heartfelt thanks to the staff of Whakatane Hospital for their wonderful care of Jan. In accordance with Jan's wishes, a private cremation has been held. Communications please to the Jenkins family, C/- PO Box 2070, Whakatane 3159, or online at willetts funeralservices.co.nz

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