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Shirley McELDOWNEY Obituary

Passed away peacefully on 7 February 2026 at Taranaki Base Hospital. Much loved wife of 56 years to Brian, mother of Joanne and Carl, Scott and Ngaire, Brendan and Katrina. Adored Nana of Joshua (dec), Nathan, Caitlin, Madison and Joden, McKenzie, Brittney, Devan and Lilly. Great-grandmother of Arthur. A private family cremation has been held as per Shirley's wishes.

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Published by Taranaki Daily News on Feb. 11, 2026.

Memories and Condolences
for Shirley McELDOWNEY

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Mike & marie lowry

March 1, 2026

To Brian Scott Brendan Joanne sorry to hear the lost of a loved one

Christine Scrimgeour

February 22, 2026

So sorry Brian and family to hear of Shirleys passing the other week. Its hard losing a great partner in life.
Take care
Christine Scrimgeour

Shona Rosser

February 19, 2026

By Shirls, my part of my life was knowing you as an awesome workmate, and special friend. Memories are Forever.

Rae O Grady

February 19, 2026

RIP Shirley. For many years Shirley was a member of the care team at Chalmers. Loved and respected by both residents and staff. Our deepest sympathy to Brian and family.

ann alexander

February 16, 2026

Condolences to Brian and family.Shirley was a lovely caring caregiver.She worked looking after the elderly and home care clients.She had a lovely smile and was so friendly to everyone.RIP Shirley.love Ann

Lyneece Elvy

February 14, 2026

So sorry to read that Shirley has passed. Shirley was an old school mate of mine back at Spotswood College. She was a gentle soul, easy to get along with.
Never asked for a lot in her life, got on with whatever came her way. Her hubby and three children were her mainstay.
She will be so missed even though our connection got lost when i moved to
Australia.
RIP Dear Shirley. Till we meet again.

Stanley purdie

February 14, 2026

To Brian and family sorry to hear that you have lost a soul mate ,mother and grandmother. Hold on to those wonderful memories of her through this time of sadness.

Karilyn & Ian Carr

February 14, 2026

To Brian and family, sorry to hear about the passing of Shirley. Our thoughts are with you and the family.

Tony & Lynda Alcock

February 13, 2026

So sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. Love to Brian and family, our thoughts are with you all.

Neil and Wendy Mason

February 13, 2026

So sorry to see you have lost Shirley.
Thinking of you all at this sad time. Hold on to the memories.
Neil and Wendy Mason, Hawera

BruceLow

February 13, 2026

Sorry to read about Shirley condolences to you and the family

Graham Johnson

February 12, 2026

To Brian and family, my sincere condolences at this sad time.

Donald Cowie

February 12, 2026

My condolences to Brian and Family on the loss of a loved Wife , Mother and Grandmother . Thinking of you all at this sad time .

Joy Birchall

February 11, 2026

I know Gary has called you today Brian and I have just spoken to Ian and Sanchia in Aussie so we all send you and your family our sincere condolences.
Much Love Grant and Joy xxx

Marilyn and Blue

February 11, 2026

So sorry to hear about Shirley passing Thinking of you all at this very sad time xxx

Bill and Bronnie Read

February 11, 2026

To Brian and family. Sorry to read of the loss of your loved Wife, Mum and Nana. May the special memories of Shirley help you through these tough days.

Cathy Andrews

February 11, 2026

To Brian and family, sorry to hear about Shirley. Condolences to you and your family

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