O’LEARY: Jean (nee McDonald).
In the toughest of times Jean left us peacefully at Wanganui Hospital in the early hours of the morning on 20th April 2020, after a brief illness. Aged 90 years.
Dearly loved daughter of the late Sidney and Zita, and sister of (the late) Jackie Turner and Chris McDonald.
Deeply loved and respected wife of the late Don (Daniel).
Most wonderful mother of Paul, David, Claire and Jenny and mother in law of Chris. Cherished Gar to all her grandchildren, Chris, Bradley, Nicholas, Sophie, Alex, Patrick, Josh, Holly, Dominic and Hamish, And great granddaughters Olivia, Ava, Evie and Ava.
She wrapped her arms tightly around them all.
The family wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to Kowhainui Home and Quinlan Court where she was recently so well cared for.
Jean was a treasured friend to many and a loved Aunty to all of her nephews and nieces. We are all devastated to lose her. Especially her beautiful smile and laughter.
“To the world you may be one person but to one person you may be the world"
There will be a private ceremony on Tuesday 28th April. Jean’s service will be available to watch online at clevelandfunerals.co.nz from 4pm on Tuesday.
A memorial service and gathering will be held at a later date.