Dawn MCALPINE Obituary

Sorry to hear lately that dawn passed on, in may of 2019. We met on a plane to NZ in 1985, and we were always great friends. I miss her deeply, much love from Gerda in nelson.

I have so many memories and stories of how Dawn shaped my life and the encouragement she gave me to believe in myself to what I could do. Because of this I was able to fulfil a dream to join the NZ School of dance to which I did for 2 years. I still enjoy dancing today and sharing this joy with others. Rest In Peace Beautiful lady,

Dawn was an amazing woman who left her mark on so many. Thinking of everyone, and sending love, to all who loved Dawn at this very difficult time.

Dawn was my very first dance teacher.. My mother Ina Farley use to house maid for her and I would watch her teach girls in her garage until I joined in. That was 59 years ago when I was aged 4yrs old. An exceptional lady, an inspirational teacher, a legend who will never be forgotten as she lives on in memory and life stories. Thank you for those wonderful years.
Robyn Farley

Dawn was an inspirational, imaginative and energetic teacher of dance. Her teaching ability was of world class. She not only taught her pupils good posture and how to Point their feet but she instilled in them confidence, good work ethic and how to programme one's life. Oh what a Dame. Farewell to you lovely Dawn. From Colleen and Gary Baird, Hayley, Andrea and Millen.

My deepest sympathy to Dawns family, what a beautiful and amazing lady she was. She gave so much to us who loved to dance. Such special memories for us all to treasure, it was her passion and determination for us to be the best we could that inspired us to keep going.
Mark will be there taking you by the hand dancing you through the pearly gates for sure. Sending much love.
Sandra Kirby (nee Paul) xx

Thank you Dawn for all the wonderful dancing days, your wonderful dance creations which inspired my own choreography. A lovely lady always remembered, Wendy Bernier née Sole.

Condolences to Dawns family at this sad time .Having known Dawn for over 30 years as neighbours in Sequoia Grove where she looked after our daughter when she was a baby ,to her hairdresser at Stranz for several years ,to her gardener in recent months,she will be fondly remembered by us.
Unfortunately won't be able to make Dawns service on Wednesday.Thinking of you all.

My thoughts are with the family of Dawn McAlpine .

Dawn was the most amazing lady and teacher of dance she gave us years of pleasure keep dancing Dawn Robyn Jonelle and Lucinda

Holding our much loved and admired 'Mommy dearest' and all my dear NZ family in my heart with loving thoughts and will especially be thinking of you on Wednesday.... here's my little 'cheers' to you all In the sweetness of friendship let there be laughter, and sharing of pleasures. For in the dew of little things, does the heart find its morning and is refreshed. (Khalil Gibran, The Prophet)
Sending lots of love and hugs to all xxxxx

My sympathy to Dawns family. Farewell to a great lady of dance left us with good memories.
Val King

Such an awesome lady. Loved catching up with her a few years ago. Have very fond memories of my dancing lessons etc. God bless and Rest In Peace Mrs Mac.

Our very deepest sympathy to Dawns boys. She was so proud of you all. A wonderful teacher and lady. RIP Dawn.
Jill and Maurie Peacock.