Peacefully at home surrounded by her family, on Friday 10th March 2023, aged 82 years. Daughter of the late Emily and William Jones, dearly loved wife of 57 years of Barry. Much loved mum and mother in law of Michelle and Greg and Graham and Robyn. Devoted and best grandma in the world of Mitchell, Indica and Amelia. Loved sister of Vic and a loved aunty of Karen, Denise, Lyndal and Ann-Maree and a good friend to many, human and animals alike. Flowers respectfully declined but donations to the Red Cross and the West Coast Branch of the Cancer Society, would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Messages to the Veale Family, 95 Tudor Street, Hokitika 7810 or may be left on Norma’s tribute page at www.thompsonfd.co.nz. Norma’s wish was for those attending her service, please wear bright colours.
A Funeral Mass for Norma will be celebrated at The Chapel of the Holy Spirit, Seaview Terrace, Hokitika, on Tuesday March 14, commencing at 1.30pm. Following the service Norma will be Laid to Rest, in the Lawn Section of the Hokitika Cemetery.
Sorry to hear this news. Condolences to her family.
Our thoughts are with you all.
To Barry and family so sorry to read of Norma”s passing thinking of you all at this sad time accept our deepest sympathy .
Our thoughts are with Graham and family. Your mum will always be in your heart.
Precious beautiful lady kind hearted very well loved by so many always willing to help others now at peace resting with the angels
We are so very sorry to hear this news of Norma’s passing and our thoughts are with you Barry at this sad time. Diane and Alan Lay. Auckland.
Sad news. Such a beautiful lady. When Norma was in the garden and I was passing with my corgis she would always have a chat. Love and prayers to you Michelle and Bones. You’ve lost such a kind loving Mum. Rest in love Norma.
So very sorry to hear of Norma’s passing. May she rest in peace. Our thoughts are with you all.
So sad to hear that Norma has past, my thoughts are with you all at this very sad time ❤
Sad news Norma was a beautiful lady.. she will be missed.. sorry to hear this news Michelle and Bones
So sorry to see the passing ,off this beautiful,lady,always had time for a chat,,Our Deepest Condolences Barry an families R,I,P,Dear Norma
Marie an Murray Olson &Malee!
To Barry and Family
Our condolences are with you all at this very sad time
Norma was a lovely lady she always had time to have a good old chat.
She will be sadly missed xx
So very Sorry to hear this, Will miss our chats she always had time for.
Love and hugs to Michelle & Family.
Our condolences on the loss of a fantastic lady, big hugs to you all, Rick & Wendy
So sad to hear of your recent loss. My thoughts are with you at this sad time
Regards, Diane Price
My deepest sympathy to Michelle, Greg and girls, Norma was much loved and will be deeply missed
My condolences to Barry and family. So sorry to read of Normas passing. A lovely lady who will be missed by the community she tirelessly helped. RIP Norma
Our condolences Barry, Michelle, Graeme and families, a very lovely lady who will be sadly missed by all, Lord families
So sorry to hear. Thoughts are with you guys.
Thinking of you all – such a lovely lady always a pleasure to see her
Such sad news, thinking of you all, Barry, Michelle, Graham and families.
Michelle & Family I’m sorry to hear of you’re loss thinking of
Ginge
Sorry you have lost Norma, Barry and your mum, Michelle and Graham. Thought are with you all. Xxx
A lovely neighbor. Rest in peace Norma.
To Barry and Family. So very sorry to hear of the loss of Norma. She was a beautiful person who worked tirelessly for the community. Rest in Peace Norma.
Please a ccept our sincere sympathy on the loss of Norma
Norma was a great worker in this community volunteering for many organisations
She always had time for a chat
Rest in Peace Norma
Frances and Doug Stapleton
Deepest sympathy to Barry and family sad to hear of Norma’s passing. Love to Michelle indica and Amelia RIP
So sad to read of Norma’s passing. Our condolences to Barry and family. We are thinking of you at this sad time. Les and Ngaire Ellis.
So sorry for the loss of Norma
To Barry & family, deepest sympathy our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
To Barry & family, deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time of sadness My thoughts and love are with you all. Fond memories. Rest In Peace Norma⚘
Lovely lady,
RIP Normy
Deepest sympathy to Barry and family. Norma was a wonderful worker at Vinnies for many years and will be greatly missed by all the staff. Rest in peace Norma.
So sad to hear this, Norma was such a lovely and kind person, she will be missed, condolences to Barry and family x
To Barry & family, deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time of sadness. Our thoughts are with you all. Norma was a beautiful lady.
Adrienne and Tony Arnold
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A lovely kind lady now helping upstairs.
Sending huge blessings to you all.
Karen & Neal Manson
Dearly loved and respected member of the Hokitika Branch of NZ Red Cross. Norma will be sadly missed by us all
Shocked to hear of Norma’s passing. She was a lovely lady who was very much involved in local organisations.
Norma will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her. My most sincere sympathy to my cousin – Barry & the family.
A dearly loved and respected member of St. Mary’s Parish, a lady who lived the virtues of the St. Vincent de Paul Society. May she Rest in Peace
Norma it has been a honor and a privilege to be your daughter inlaw and being able to assist in your end of life care along side Michelle, Julie, Fiona,Jess and Annie. All my love Robyn.
So sad and sorry to learn of Norma’s passing. Always made one so welcome in her home. Thinking of you and your family Barry. You have lost your soul mate. RIP Norma.
to barry and family sorry to hear the passing of norma she was a great lady we had alot of laughs together and she would do anything for anyone stev and the grey power team
Sorry to hear of Normas passing…rest in peace Norma…Thanks for all the KFC.
Bid Becky and Hayden
Barry, Michelle, Graham & family, sorry to hear of Norma’s passing. Thinking of you all at this time. Norma may you rest in eternal peace
Norma, you were such an amazing lady. I remember visiting you and you always had such big smiles for us all, always wanting to help others. I remember your kindness, generosity, and patience with the little ones. Always warm and welcoming and fun to be around. I am so glad that we got to see you and spend time with you this past Christmas. May you rest in peace. We are thinking of you, Barry, Mum, Graham, and all the family as we can’t be there in person. Sending love and hugs your way. Vicky, Braden, Jackson and Connor.
Fond memories of a beautiful caring woman, we extend our deepest sympathy and much love to you all
Marilyn Le Compte & Allan Bradley
To Barry, Michelle, Graham & families.
Thinking of you all at this very sad time, Norma was a lovely lady, who will be missed by many.
Phil Rochford & family
We remember Norma with her lovely smile and kind words alway. Deepest sympathy Barry on the loss of your dear wife.
Valda and Allan Pattinson.
Sad to hear of Norma’s passing. A lovely neighbour from days long ago.
Deepest sympathy Barry and family.
Sincere sympathy, Barry and all the family, at this sad time. Wishing you deep peace in the knowledge that Norma is living a new life of love, as you mourn her loss. With prayer, Clare
Will miss your gracious and kindly greetings
Sincere sympathy to Barry, Michelle Graham and families. Such a delightful ,caring lady Norma was now at peace. So sorry for your loss.
Thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl and Brian Hutchison
We were saddened to hear of Norma’s passing. May she rest in peace in the arms of the angels. Treasure your lovely memories of Norma. Much love and sympathy to the Family,
Dear Barry, i have just a few minutes ago read of the death and funeral of Norma via the Christchurch Press. I am writing to pass on my deepest condolences to you and the family. Carol Taurua-McCready O.C.V (ex Seaview Hospital staff Carol McCready E/N retired.)