GATES, Sandra Joye

Passed away peacefully at home; aged 59 years, surrounded by her loved
ones, after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. Much loved mum of Miriama. Loved daughter of Barrie Gates (Motueka) and the late Beverley Prasad (Picton). Beloved sister of Nicola, Kimberley, Janeen, and Aunt to Melanie, Ellen, Anabelle, Shannon and Kayley. Sister-in-law of James Fong (Carterton) and Wayne Wife (Blenheim). Special friend of/to many - you all know who you are. Special thanks to Rosalie and David, Rae, Kirsten and her pals at NZDEF. In lieu of flowers, donations to “Fensham Reserve” (text 021 060 4775 for details). A celebration of Sandra’s life will be held in Kingswood, Cnr King & Cairo Street, Upper Hutt on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation. Please dress in something bright. Messages may be sent to “the Gates family”, C/- PO Box 30 127, Lower Hutt 5040.