Passed peacefully on July 6, 2018. Much loved wife of Neil, mother and mother in-law of Tate and Zoe, and Brenna and Tim. A loved sister, sister in-law, aunty and friend of many. Messages to 238 Kumara Junction Highway RD2 Hokitika 7882. At Merle’s request a private cremation has been held. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Motor Neurone Disease Association would be appreciated and may be made at the service. A memorial service for Merle will be held at the Hokitika Regent Theatre on Thursday July 12, commencing at 1pm.
Sincere condolences to Neil and the family our thoughts are with you at this sad time
Deepest condolences to you Neil, Tate, Brenna and Zoe. She will be sorely missed by all. May the good memories of her life keep you strong during this tough time – John and Ingrid
. My sincere sympathy to Neil & family. The world will be a sadder place with out Merle,s smile and humour. Thinking of you Neil at this very sad time.
Thinking of you all at this time. An absolutely wonderful lady, with a heart of gold.
Merle devoted herself to her family and her community. She brought a world of knowledge to the Coast. Merle loved a good old party and had an exuberance for life and dressing up. She will leave a huge hole in the lives of all who knew and loved her.
Love to Neil, Tate and Zoe, Brenna and Tim and wider whanau
Our thoughts are with you all. Merle what an inspirational woman Kia tau te Rangimārie. Arohanui mā Pete & Annie Breeze and girls xxx
Thinking of you all at this sad time. Merle will be greatly missed by all who were lucky enough to know her. Jack and Kay
So sorry to hear of your sad news Neil and family. Thinking of you all st this sad time.
Di Kemp ( Radomski)
Our deepest sympathy to Neil and family on the sad loss of your loved Merle. May she rest in peace
Thinking of everyone during this sad time. She was such an awesome lady. From the Flavells xxxx
Such an inspiration to us all, and an amazing lady and teacher. Rest in peace Merle.x
Heartfelt condolences to you all, she’s was one in a million xox
So sorry for the loss of your beloved Merle
Deepest sympathy to Neil and family on the sad loss of the lovely Merle who has lived life to the fullest and is an inspiration to so many people since she became. When we met in town Merle alaays had a lovely smile, R I P lovely lady
Thinking of you all Neil,Tate,Zoe,Brenna,Tim and extended families at this very sad time…Merle was a very special lady who will be greatly missed.Love,hugs and best wishes from your family in Oz. xox
Our thoughts are with you Neil, Tate, Brenna & family. Merle was a real mover & shaker round the town, we’ll miss her heaps. Love Don & Sue.
Our sincere condolences to Neil, Tate and Brenna. Merle was a wonderful friend. We were NZ sisters from South Africa and the reason our family came to live in Hokitika. Merle will be sorely missed by us. Lots of love Roland, Michelle, Chris, Dominica, Kayleigh and Brian..
Thinking of you Neil, Tate, Zoe, Brenna and Tim. Merle was a dear friend. She was so full of life and had time for everyone. I will miss her so much. Kevin sent his condolences as well. Lots of love Annemarie
Sincere Sympathy Neil & family. Merle certainly was inspirational to us all.
Her strength & zest for life; her organizational skills; her humour and always a smile. Kindest thoughts.
Dianne & Chris Ward
So sorry for your loss , condolences to Neil and family .
So very sorry for your loss our thoughts are with you all
Deepest sympathy Neil Tate and Brenna Merle will be sadly missed by the masses of people who’s lives she touched. She could light up any space just by being there. May she rest peacefully.
Merle will be missed by many. I’ve loved following her inspirational journey. My deepest condolences and sympathies to you all Neil, Tate, Zoe, Brenna, Tim and all your extended family and friends. May all the wonderful memories continue to fill for lives with joy from now until forever. xx❤
Merle you were such a gem with a heart of gold! It was always a joy to be near you and such fun! Arohanui. We have lost a wonderful teacher and friend and a brave inspirer. We will always remember you with love and admiration.? Peaceful blessings to your family and friends at this time of loss.
Very sorry to hear this sad news Neil and family.
Thinking of you at this sad time.
Colin and Sandy
Sorry to hear about your loss Neil and family Thinking if you in this sad times
So sorry to hear of Merles passing. An amazing lady. Fond memories of our time with exchange students.
Thinking of you Neil.Tate.Brenna and families
Deepest sympathy Neil, Tate & Zoe, Brenna and extended familes. Merle was a very caring and loving person, who gave her all to everything especially her family. Treasure the memories. Take care
Pauline & Craig
Farewell Merle lots of fond memories. Beautiful sole xx
Merle, you touched us all with your school outings, dress up parties, fun and cheeky stories and your unlimited zest for life. We will miss you. Jane,Darrell, Tom and Maia x
Deepest sympathy to Neil and family. Treasure those wonderful memories. Kindest thoughts.
Deepest sympathy Neil, Tate, Zoe, Brenna Tim and your families. Merle was an inspirational teacher with an amazing outlook on life. Her sense of humor and love of life was infectious. Our thoughts are with you.
My condolences to you Neil, Tate and Brenna. Merle was an inspiration to us all, so full of amazing ideas, zest, dedication and motivation. She was such a pillar of our wee community and will be sadly missed by many. Such special memories to treasure always xxx
My deepest condoleances to children and family..