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GREGG

Apr 27 2024 Updated April 27, 2024

Gisborne Herald

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GREGG, Joyce Graham. — On 25th April 2024, peacefully, at Gisborne Hospital, surrounded by family. Loved wife of Russell. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Lisa McCafferty and John. Loved Nana of Christine and Tom Boyce. Loved great-grandmother to Lucia, Ophelia, and Hendrix. Special thanks to the staff at Gisborne Hospital. A celebration of Joyce’s life will be held at Evans Chapel, Ormond Road, at 11am on Wednesday 1st May, followed by private cremation. - Evans Funeral Services Ltd FDANZ www.evansfuneral.co.nz

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