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Barbara MILLS Obituary

Passed peacefully at Summerset Pohutukawa Place on Monday, 13th January 2025, at the age of 90 years. Dearly loved wife the late William James Mills (Jim). Loving, and very much loved mother of Jenny and Darryl Dobson and Gwyneth and Steve MacDonald, and all her grandchildren, Gemma and Terry Adams, Zane Dobson and Natalie Mabin, Brad and Kylie Maree Dobson; Zach MacDonald and Tasha Englebretsen, Danny and Chloe MacDonald and all her great-grandchildren, Maddie, and Brock, Katie, Billy, and Colt, Sabene, Autumn, Monty, Sonny, and Iggy. A small family funeral has been held in our mother's memory.
"I take happy memories to the grave, but art lives on"
You are welcome to leave a message or memory at Barbara's tribute page at www.hardingsfunerals.co.nz/tributes.


Published by Taranaki Daily News on Jan. 18, 2025.

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Fay Clarke

January 30, 2025

Jenny and Family ,so very sorry to read of your Mums passing . Barbara was such a talented lady , and I enjoyed my China Painting with her at the Links . With our Deepest Sympathy to all ,
Fay and Paul (K/W)

Pam Sims

January 26, 2025

Barbara was a lovely neighbour, friend and mentor to me over the past years. I admired her love of life and wonderful creative abilities especially floral designing. my thoughts are with you and your families at this time.

Taranaki Area Floral Art

January 26, 2025

We were all very saddened to hear of Barbara's passing. She was our much valued patron and wonderful designer for many years. Barbara always inspired us to think outside the square when designing. She was a generous teacher of our craft and will be greatly missed by us all.

Sue Thomson

January 25, 2025

Out last encounter was in December when we bought mum down for a coffee with you we had a lovely morning going over memories from you dental nurse days you were a true friend to mum and you and the girls were a great addition to our family rest in peace

John & Colleen Hockly

January 23, 2025

Our condolences to Barbara´s family.
Barbara was a wonderful teacher, many fun memories and keepsakes of her art and patients with me at china painting. A lovely lady, RIP.

The Links Ladies

January 23, 2025

A wonderful friend and neighbour. We will miss you at our coffee catchups. Rest easy Barbara. Condolences to your much loved family.
The Links Ladies

Kay Eliason

January 22, 2025

To Jenny, Darryl, Gwyneth, Steve, Brad, Kylie Maree and extended families.
We would like to offer you our sincere condolences on the loss of Barbara. She was such a lovely and interesting lady and we had some great chats on walks and morning teas. She will be sadly missed. Our thoughts are with you all.
Kind regards
Kay and Peter Eliason

Marilyn & Jim Finer

January 21, 2025

Our sincerest condolences in the loss of a fantastic Mum, Grandmother and great grandmother. Our thoughts are with you all.

Pauline Annabell

January 20, 2025

We are sad to read of Barbara´s death. A big gap in all your lives. In sympathy Pearce and Pauline Annabell

Edith Rose

January 20, 2025

On New Year's Day my niece Helen from Amsterdam and myself spent over an hour with Barbara looking at all her stunning painted chinaware, while she chatted about her lifetime devoted to all aspects of art. Helen bought a beautiful bowl to take home, while Barbara gave me a wee gift, which I will treasure. Such a lovely talented woman who will be dearly missed.
Sincere sympathy to all the family.

Mary Eaton

January 20, 2025

So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mum Jenny. She was a very talented lady. Thinking of you all. Mary Eaton

Jenny Meuli

January 20, 2025

Deepest sympathy Jenny,Gwyneth and families on the passing of your dear mum.
Many happy memories of my china painting days with Barbara.A very talented lovely lady.

Judy Towers

January 20, 2025

Condolences Jenny Gwyneth and family. Will always remember your Mum and floral art. Judy

Sharleen Robinson

January 20, 2025

To Jenny and Gwyneth sincere sympathy in the loss of your mother.
Sharleen Robinson

Janet King- Secretary NPFAC

January 19, 2025

On behalf of the New Plymouth Floral Art Club, I wish to extend our sympathy to the family on the sad news of Barbara's death.
Barbara was a highly skilled floral designer, who was both very creative and innovative. In her role as Patron of Taranaki Area, Barbara was always keen to share and support friendship with flowers in our province. Her presence will be sorely missed.

Yvonne Hanover

January 19, 2025

Farewell Barbara Such a talented lady.I learnt so much from you during your years of dressing the windows at Taranaki Farmers .You taught us how to display the China Dept beautifully. It was a privilege to work alongside you. Condolences to your loving family. Yvonne Hanover

Adele

January 19, 2025

Dear Jenny and family,
So sorry to hear of Barbara's passing .Such a lovely lady.
Thinking of you all.
Adele Brett

Beryl Watson

January 19, 2025

Her willingness to pass on her ideas and skills to anyone who asked was greatly appreciated. Her art, be it floral or other forms of art will live on in her memory. Condolences to the family.

Elwyn Robins

January 19, 2025

To Jenny and Gwyneth and Family My very deepest sympathy to you all Regards Elwyn Robins

Linda & Bruce Klenner

January 19, 2025

Condolences to the Mills Family.
I have on my bedside table a beautiful dish that Barbara hand painted for our wedding. I sit my jewelry in this dish and have done for the past 34 years. Such a talented beautiful lady. R.I.P Bruce & Linda

Graham & Jen Beare

January 19, 2025

To Jenny, Gwyneth & Families.
We are sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. We have fond memories of both your parents - Barbara & Jim.
Best wishes
Jen & Graham Beare
Tairua

Jo Bublitz

January 19, 2025

Sad to read of Barbara´s passing. I so enjoyed the day any Summerset when she showed us her amazing China painting. I loved when she showed me the empty apartment next door and told me I should move in. R. I.P dear lady

Raewyn Roebuck

January 18, 2025

To Jenny and Gwyneth.
Will miss my little chats with your Mum at the Village.
But my China Painting days in Kinross Drive I'll always remember...A Talented Lady

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