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Kailash MEHTA Obituary

On Saturday 30 November 2024, Mrs Kailash Mehta passed away peacefully at Hawera Hospital, aged 85. Much loved wife of Gowardhan (Gordon); cherished mother and mother-in-law of Champak, Suneela, Kamini and Baruch; beloved grandmother of Roshan and Naveen. A private family cremation will be held on Tuesday 3 December. Her kindness and generosity touched so many locally and around the world, and a celebration of her life will be held at a later date to be advised. She will be forever missed.


Published by Taranaki Daily News on Dec. 3, 2024.

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Jude Mortlock

December 9, 2024

I was sad to hear of the passing of Kailash.
I had the privilege of seeing Kailash when she worked as a relieving teacher in some of the schools that I worked in and we always had a chat and laugh about different experiences she´d had. Kailash was always a joy to talk to and her smile was ever present.
My condolences to her family.
Jude Mortlock

Carol Curtis

December 7, 2024

Condolences to the family on the passing is dear Mrs Mehta - such a lovely, caring lady. I always remember her description of "challenging" children when relieving at school: "There's a weed in every garden."
Mrs Mehta loved, and was loved. May she Rest in Peace.

Paul Harrison

December 7, 2024

Sending Sincere condolences to the Mehta family. Particular thoughts to Champak. Regards Paul Harrison

Dianne Meyer

December 7, 2024

Dear Mrs Mehta, I worked with you at many schools and your little bag of treats was well known. You cared so deeply for the children and all colleagues that you met. Seeing you at the supermarket for a chat was a highlight for me. My condolences to your family as I know you were so important and so loved. RIP Mrs Mehta

Jai & Runita Ram

December 6, 2024

Our heartfelt condolences to Mr Mehta Champak Suneela & family
We are all very saddened to hear the passing of Mrs Mehta
She was a very kind lady with a heart of gold- will never forget her generosity. Every time we visited her, she never let us leave her home empty handed- always packed either home baking or fruit or snacks and always asked about the boys and the family.
You will forever be remembered Mrs Mehta.
May your soul rest in peace
Jai & Runita

Paul & Anne Rea

December 6, 2024

Mrs Mehta was the most beautiful lady, always had a smile on her face and loved to stop for a have a chat. You both have given so much to Hawera and especially the high school. Both our boys had the privilege of being taught by Mrs Mehta and she always asked how they were doing. You will have so many memories. Are thoughts are with you all.

Don learmonth

December 5, 2024

Mr Mehta and champuk

So sorry to hear that your wife and mother has passed.she was always a very gracious lady and together you gave much to hawera high school during your time as teachers there. Champuk I know how much you adored your mum and always nice to see you back in hawera. Thinking of you at this time
Don learmonth

Ross and Jan Dunlop

December 5, 2024

Fond memories of Mrs Mehta at Hawera Hugh School.Thinking of the Mehta family at this sad time

Nicola Nelley

December 4, 2024

So saddened to read this.. Mrs Mehta was an amazingly gifted and gracious woman. Always selfless and so giving of her time. I along with so many others were blessed to have her as a teacher in our youth. In adulthood I often bumped into her in town. These were precious moments in time for me.

Rest in peace Mrs Mehta. A life well lived.

Sincerest condolences to the Mehta family during this sad time.

With love
Nicola Nelley (nee Prince)
Formerly of Patea

Debbie Drake

December 4, 2024

Aroha nui to Mr Mehta and whanau.
A beautiful lady who has played a huge part in many children's lives as their teacher.
Love and thoughts from Ramanui School Staff and students.

Angela Kerehoma

December 4, 2024

My condolences to the Mehta family. A gracious lady with a kind manor.
Haere pai ki o Atua.
Kia au to moe Mrs Mehta.

MarOlyn Davey.

December 4, 2024

My love and sympathy to Mr Mehta and family.
Mrs Mehta was a gracious lady, & always showed a keen interest in myself & my son.
When she heard that my son was living back in NZ, she gave me a large bunch of bananas, and I shall always remember her kindness.
MarOlyn Davey

Hinerangi Edwards

December 4, 2024

Our love to you Mr Mehta, Suneela and whanau. Mrs Mehta always had a kind word and memory of our parents. She will be remembered.

Larry Walker

December 3, 2024

So sorry to hear this. Sending condolences to all the Mehta family.

Mel Farr

December 3, 2024

To Mr Mehta Champak and Suneela
I am so deeply sorry for your loss , I have so many fond memories of the afternoon teas we would have and the bag of chocolates your mum would give to Paige and Jade ,
Thinking of you all xx

Rob Glass

December 3, 2024

I am saddened to hear of the death of Kailash, I fondly remember her curried bananas when helping in their garden while in the 6th form at Hawera High. My condolences to Gordon and the family.

Graham O'Brien

December 3, 2024

Lynda and I are very sad and upset to hear of Kailash's passing. Always so gracious and kind, she gave great service to Hawera Primary School as a relieving teacher for many years.
Past pupils will remember her patience and kindness and will have lasting memories of her origami lessons. The peace doves which they created are an enduring symbol of Kailash as a person.

Rest in peace Kailash.

Graham O'Brien and Lynda Jackson-Mills

Tessa Reid

December 3, 2024

I am saddened to hear of your passing Mrs Mehta. It was an absolute pleasure to work with you when you relieved at our school. Your warmth, energy and genuine care for everyone around you made such a lasting impression on me and so many others. Please know my thoughts and Aroha are with your husband & whanau during this incredibly difficult time. You will be deeply missed. Okioki i runga i te Rangimarie Mrs Mehta.

Sheral & Des Beaven

December 3, 2024

sincere deepest sympathy Mr Mehta and family so sorry to hear about Mrs Mehta it was a pleasure to meet her

Craig Stevenson

December 3, 2024

Mr Mehta, I was very saddened to hear of the passing of your lovely wife Kailash. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Aroha nui

Anna Boffey

December 3, 2024

Mr Mehta and family - very sorry to hear of Mrs Mehta´s passing. Anna Boffey

Jordan McCall

December 3, 2024

R.I.P Mrs Mehta taught me at Primary School when she became a relief teacher, Mr Mehta would drop her off and pick her up in their big Holden Commodore where she could hardly see over the dashboard. She was a little wee thing, lovely teacher always had lollies for the students at the end of class.

Elise Hansen

December 3, 2024

Sincere condolences to you, Gordon, and your family. I have known you since you first arrived at HHS in 1971 and later I got to know you and your lovely wife and mother after I was married to Eric and we were on the HHS staff together.
May all your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.

Kind regards
Eric & Elise Hansen
Ruakaka

Louise Voullaire-Drake

December 3, 2024

Mr Mehta and family I am saddened to learn of Mrs Mehta's passing. Such a beautiful lady, kind and caring always a smile and sparkle in her eyes - may she rest in peace and peace be blessed on you.

Julie Budd

December 3, 2024

Sincere condolences Mr Mehta and family.
Will miss our chats at supermarket
Much love

Ann O´Connor

December 3, 2024

Mr Mehta please accept my condolences on the death of your lovely wife and constant companion. Cherish your special memories. Respectfully Ann O´Connor

Freny Adenwalla and family

December 3, 2024

Dear Mr Mehta, Champak, Suneela and family
Sorry to hear about Kailash. Always remember her kindness when we first arrived in Hawera. May her soul rest in peace and God give you the strength to bear this loss.

Malcolm Greenhill

December 3, 2024

Gordon and family. We send our sincere condolences with the passing of such a lovely lady who always spoke when she saw you. Rest in Peace Mrs Mehta. Malcolm and Jennifer

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