On 26 June 2026, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by family. Much loved wife of the late Noel. Dearly loved Mum and mother-in-law of Beverley; Helen and Duncan; Roger and Tussanee; Shaun; Daniel and Heidi; Deborah; Murray and Diana; and the late Kirsten. Beloved Nana of Rachel; Angela, Chris and Teresa; Cameron, Liam and Oliver; James, Nick and Alice; Alaya and Rob; Ethan, Gareth, Caleb, Jordan and Samantha; Stephanie, Julie and Dan, Billie; Samantha and Adam; Treasured great-Nana of Jess and Immy; Hazel and Datsun; Thomas; Dixie and Georgie; Fairmont and Reef; Luna; Isabella; Emersyn and Hunter; and Asher. Loving daughter of the late Cecil and Ivy Jopson of Ravensbourne, sister to 6 brothers and 1 sister, a loving and respected aunt and great-aunt to their children. A much loved and respected friend to countless others. Messages to the Burgess Family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of life was held 2 July 2026. “Don’t cry for me, smile, and let me go with joy.”
