Passed away peacefully at Te Nikau Grey Hospital, on Sunday, June 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Don, loving mother of Christine and her partner Don, loving sister and friend of Pat and Noel (both deceased), Bill and Bev, Dot and George (deceased), Pam, and Mark and June, loved by her nieces and nephews. Messages can be left on Gael’s tribute page at www.thompsonfd.co.nz. A private service for Gael’s family and friends, will be held on Wednesday, followed by a private cremation.

Gael Antoinette (Lucille) (nee Freitas) Barton
June 22, 2025
Sad to hear about Gael, and most sincere condolences go out to her family
May she RIP
So sorry to hear of your mums passing Christine and Don please accept our sincere condolences let us know if there’s anything we can do x
Rob and Leanne McGill
So sorry to hear this – such a lovely lady always so bright and so much fun to see – thinking of you all
My thoughts are with you Christine and family.
She was an amazing lady and great friend. Will miss our cheeky catch-ups. Safe travels my friend
She made me laugh every time I saw her something cheeky to say with a beautiful heart and caring soul you had!
May you rest in peace dear Gael 🩷
Aww really sorry to hear this Christine and Don.. much love too all the family. X
Really saddened to hear of Gael’s passing. Love to Christine and family💕
Moe mai ra Gael ” Me haere Koe Gael, Me haere koe ki oo maatua, ki oo tupuna. Haere! Haere! Haere!” My condolences to Christene, Don and all those involved RIP
Arohanui Christine and Don. Kia kaha ❤️❤️
Dear Chrissy,Don an Pam an,other family,our Condolences to you all,,My,Beautiful friend,Gael,i will miss you so much,,our phone calls,, making your favorite soups checking up on each other,I was Blessed to have you for my friend.you stood by my side,all what i went through.From the Bottom off my heart i will alwaysbe grateful an love you,,Rest in Paradise With your Don,xxxx
We were incredibly saddened to hear this news. Gael was such a lovely lady & neighbour, always had time for a chat and the children. Rest peacefully beautiful lady, love to you Christine x
Deepest sympathy to you all on the sad news of Gaels passing. Rest in peace.
Morena, Christine & Don
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
In time healing will come—though time itself takes time.
May you find the space to heal physically, spiritually, and emotionally.
With heartfelt condolences
Nga mihi
Joe Mason
Arohanui mā, Chris, Don and whānau. Gael would light up a room with her vibrant energy, such a beautiful soul. Moe ma rā Gael 💖
Love Pete and Annie xx
Loving thoughts to you all
XxJen
Thinking of you Christine and Don at this sad time . He pūaroha ki a koe, e hoa.💕