GILDEN, Shirley Elizabeth(nee McGregor)

Death

Passed away with Tony and Rob by her side on 15 May 2023, aged 91 years. After saying her own special farewells, Mum called the shots and left on her own terms. Shirley’s message was simply - Don’t be sad, she had a life well lived and well loved. Loved wife of Bill (reunited after 41 years). Loved Mum and Mum in-law of Lois (reunited after 20 years), Dave, Mike (reunited after 9 years), Rob & Trish and Tony & Di. Much loved by 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. A celebration of Shirley’s life will be held in St Patrick’s Church, corner Main Road and Stanley Street, Wainuiomata, on Monday, May 22, 2023, at 11.00am, followed by interment at Taita Cemetery.