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Ariana HEATH Obituary

Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family at Te Rangimarie Hospice, on Saturday 21st February 2026, aged 54. Loving and supportive Mum of Zachary, William, and the late Jacob Dannefaerd. Loved daughter of Edwin and the late Uwhinga. Sister of Edwina, Roanne, and Wiremu. Loved Aunty of Levi, Ashton, Grace, and Meg, and adored fur babies Theo, Misty, and Betty.

Loved and always in our hearts.

In preference to flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice Taranaki which may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Ariana's life will be held at North Point Baptist Church, 116 Mangati Road, Bell Block, New Plymouth, on Thursday 26 February 2026 at 11.00am, followed by a private Cremation. For those unable to attend, Ariana's service will be livestreamed via her tribute page at vospers.co.nz/upcoming-funerals/


Published by Taranaki Daily News from Feb. 23 to Feb. 24, 2026.

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Leah Lemon

February 28, 2026

Was so sorry to her about this beautiful girls passing.
We were just talking about her at a Waihi Surf Club memorial for another member.
Ariana was a lovely part of of our womans club in the late 80s early 90s.
Rest easy lovely lady xx

Di Legge

February 26, 2026

My sincere condolences to your whole whanau particularly William and Zac. Ariana was such a lovely lady and fantastic mum. May she rest in peace and you all hold special memories close to your hearts. Xx

colleen jackson

February 25, 2026

First met Ariana as a 8 year old when the Heath family moved to Binnie Road Kati Kati .She was a beautiful Soul .Loving mother . A dedicated Police Officer . your watch has ended .Rest Easy Ariana .Love to the boys and Ted and Edwina Roanne and Wiremu. Unable to make it down for the service .

colleen jackson

February 25, 2026

The call comes through,
Lights and sirens wail,
The job they swore to do,
Their duty they´ll never fail.

Risking everything,
To save another life,
Their bravery they bring,
Through danger and strife.

The end of watch draws near,
Their shift is almost done,
But they won´t leave without fear,
A final duty to be won.

They take one last breath,
Before they lay down to rest,
Their memory we shall keep,
For they are truly the best.

Sharrocks

February 25, 2026

Sad to here of ari passing what a lovely lady Thinking of you all at this sad time RIP

Rachel

February 24, 2026

You will be so missed. Rest easy, beautiful girl.
Rachel Forrester

Erin & Harry

February 24, 2026

We are deeply saddened to hear of Ari´s passing.

She will be remembered for her strength, determination, and the high standards she set that inspired those around her.

Ari was a fierce warrior with a heart of gold. This made her the perfect mum. She spoke about her boys with such love and pride.

Our thoughts are with Zac & William, family and loved ones at this incredibly difficult time.

Dally and Steph

February 23, 2026

Ari, no more quick pitstops and flying visits. No more bringing that naughty mini horse Buck, who you loved so much, on to deck for you to love and cuddle, the Christmas day prawns. So many happy memories that we will always cherish. Rest easy our beautiful friend, you will be missed beyond measure and spoken off often.

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Memorial Events
for Ariana HEATH

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

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257 Devon St East, New Plymouth