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Anne RIWAKA Obituary

RIWAKA, Anne Muriel
Passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025, after a short illness, at home surrounded by family, aged 75 years. Dearly loved mother of Richard and Deanna, and mother-in-law of Lyndon and Kirsten. Cherished Gran of her adored grandchildren and their partners, Arthur and Mckenna, Frances and Conor, Walter and Poppy, Boyd and Ewan. Much loved sister and sister-in-law of the McFadden Family, loved aunty to all her nieces and nephews and their families, and a great friend to many. Messages may be addressed to the Riwaka family, c/- PO Box 26051, North Avon, Christchurch 8148. A celebration of Anne's life will be held at our Harewood Chapel, entry via Gardiners and Wilkinsons Roads, Harewood, on Wednesday, April 23, at 1.00pm.

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Published by Coeur d'Alene / Post Falls Press on Apr. 22, 2025.

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Trudi McFadden

April 23, 2025

Such a beautiful niece will forever be in our hearts Rest peacefully

Julie Burnby

April 22, 2025

In loving memory of Our Beloved Sister.

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved sister Anne. Loved eldest daughter or Francis Edward Boyd and Ngira Muriel McFadden. Dearly loved eldest sister and sister-in-law of Lorraine and Mark Foster, Carolyn and Peter Wright, Bryan McFadden, Brenda and Darryl Haines, Sharyn Marnoch, Karen Lautenbach, Julie and John Burnby, and Maree and Mike Kilgour. Adored Aunty, Great-Aunty and Great-Great-Aunty of her many Nieces and Nephews. Annes' presence brought warmth, kindness, and joy to all who had the privilege of knowing her. She left this world surrounded by love, and her memory will remain, forever etched in our hearts. Her compassion knew no bounds, thoughtful words, or generous acts, and her selflessness was evident in every act she performed, her love for family was unparalleled.

Rest in peace, darling sister. You will forever be loved.

Julie Burnby

April 22, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our cherished sister and aunty, Anne Muriel Riwaka, who left us on April 17, 2025. Anne has left an irreplaceable void in our hearts and lives, but her memory will forever remain a source of warmth and inspiration. Anne was a beacon of love, kindness, and generosity. She touched the lives of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. As a sister, she was a constant source of support and friendship, offering wisdom, encouragement, and laughter through life. As an aunty, she brought boundless joy and guidance, creating memories that will be treasured by her nieces and nephews. She had an unparalleled ability to make everyone feel seen and valued, and her legacy of love will continue to grow in the hearts of those she leaves behind. Though we grieve her loss, we also celebrate a life lived with extraordinary love, courage, and grace.

Rest peacefully, darling Anne.
You will be deeply missed and always
remembered.
Julie, John, Jonathan, Rebecca, Rowan, Ashleigh, Tayler, Daryl, Stephanie and Sam.

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