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Barbara O'DONNELL Obituary

Finally at peace on Friday 8 September 2023. Aged 86 years. Deeply loved soulmate of Gordon for 64 years. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Grant and Jackie, and Rhonwen. Loved grandma of Megan, Hamish and Matthew. Loved sister of Pam and Les Tanner (deceased), Raewyn and Lindsay McCabe (deceased). Treasured aunt of Steve, Brett, Ross (deceased) and Scott. We have honoured Barbara's wish of a private farewell.


Published by Taranaki Daily News on Sep. 16, 2023.

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Julie nolly

September 27, 2023

To Gordon and Rhonwen. Thinking of you at this very sad time. It was nice seeing and catching you with Barbara and you Gordon a couple months ago at out patients. Big hugs Julie

Vaughan & Jill Pillette-Hughes

September 22, 2023

Dear Gordon, Grant & family, & Rhonwen

Thinking of you all at this time. I was very privileged to know Barbara for a very long time and was able to watch her farewell online ..... she sewed her last stitch, and she's now teaching those on the rainbow how to do it!.
There's a sparkling star up in the sky, pick one out and that will be her.... may she rest in peace - sending lots of love

Sylvia Thornhill

September 19, 2023

Ladies Friendship Club of New Plymouth West will miss you Barbara. Our regards to your family. Sylvia President

Glenice Lile

September 19, 2023

Barbara you have sewn your last stitch. We will miss you at the Telford Tearaways and Taranaki Patchwork and Quilters. RIP

Colleen and Paul Wagstaff, Ohope

September 17, 2023

To Gordon, Grant and Jackie, Rhonwen, Pam, Raewyn, Melda and Families.
So saddened to read of your loss of Barbara. We offer you our sincerest condolences and Deepest Sympathy and hope that your hearts will heal through your beautiful memories.

Mark & Jackie Simpson

September 17, 2023

Sorry to hear the sad news about your Mum, Grant. Love & sympathy to you and all your family. Mark & Jackie Simpson

Marion McNeil (nee Wallace) Opunake

September 17, 2023

To Gordon and all of your family my sincere condolences on the passing of Barbara. Barbara was my respected work mate and mentor at Moss, Jamieson & Horn in the 60s

Annette Manuel

September 17, 2023

Dear Rhonwyn.
I was very sorry to hear of your Mums passing and I know how much you will miss her.
From Annette (Scottish Country Dancing)

Chris white

September 17, 2023

I worked with Barbara when she was in the office at Spotswood Primary. I remember as being very efficient and supportive . I caught up with her just recently at the eye specialist . It was lovely to see her .
My thoughts are with Gordon and the family .p

Sue Wotton Pierce

September 16, 2023

Barbara was a greatly appreciated, exceptionally efficient and super calming school secretary at Spotswood Primary when I was teaching there and the staff were all very fond of her. She was a trusted confidante and an incredible source of support whenever that was needed. She will always be remembered with affection and respect.
Loving sympathy is extended to all of her family

Melda and Peter Hermanns

September 16, 2023

To my dear special brother Gordon,
Our love to you all. Our last memory of Barbara was seeing her smile before we left for our holiday .We will honor your wishes and we will miss you but you are at peace now. You loved seeing photos of our grandchildren and showed great interest of our family .
Love always from your sister in law Melda,Peter and family .

Sue Blackley

September 16, 2023

To Barbara´s loving family, Gordon,Grant,Rhonwen, Raewyn and their families.
Barbara was a true lady who showed love and compassion to so many.
When you wrap yourself in a quilt that Barbara has made you will feel that love. Your memories will be cherished.
Rest in peace Barbara.
With kind thoughts Sue & Alwyn Blackley.

Gillian Hurley

September 16, 2023

Sorry to read of Barbara´s passing. Condolences to Gordon and the family xx

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