Passed away peacefully at her home, on Sunday, January 25, 2026, surrounded by her family and friends, aged 81. Dearly loved wife of Barry, much-loved mother and mother-in-law of Andrew and Julie, and the late Liz, adored Grandma of Jayden and Liv, and Lee, beloved sister of Karen and Babe Edwards, and the late Beverly and Garry Chang, a loving sister-in-law, much-loved aunty, special friend of Ted and Trina and cherished friend of many. Messages may be sent to the Austin Family, 11 Mantell Street RD 1, Kokatahi 7881, or may be left on Judith’s tribute page at www.thompsonfd.co.nz. Judith’s family extends their heartfelt thanks to the palliative care team and caregivers, for their compassion and dedication, with special appreciation to Fiona and her team, Dr Anna and Dr Abby, and Nida for their exceptional care throughout this time. A private family service has been held, and we would like to welcome friends and loved ones to a memorial celebration of Judith’s life, at Andrew & Julie’s home, 11 Mantell Street RD 1, Kokatahi 7881, on Sunday, February 1, at 2pm.
Judith Ellen Austin
January 25, 2026
Barry and all family members – our deepest sympathy on the sad passing of Judith.
Judith was a very special person and we have been lifelong friends – also colleagues, along with lovely daughter Elizabeth (Liz) – all those years ago.
We are thinking of you all and know you will treasure your memories.
Annette & Tom Wilda.
Much love and condolances to Barry and family. Was lovely to meet you both at Dor and Bills home on occasion. It was always a pleasure to see you both.
Rest in love.
Barry and all family members. Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of lovely Judith. Along with Elizabeth (Liz), Judith was also a colleague…some years ago now. My thoughts are with you all during this very difficult sad time and I know you will treasure your memories.
Dorothy Nolan
Condolences to Barry and family, Judith had a lovely kind presence about her, sending you all your all our love at this difficult time.
Kirk, Lydia, Essie and Beau (two doors down)
Andrew, Julie, and all the Austin families. Sending sincere condolences on the loss of your mum Andrew. Sincerely Jackie, Ron and William Monk.