25.2.1940 - 25.5.2024
At Waikato Hospital, after a short illness bravely fought. A relief from the pain. Kate was a special wife to her husband Robin for 60 years-plus. A very proud mum to Robert, a devoted, loving grandma to Alex, and Maddie, and a mother-in-law to Joy. Kate has returned to her hometown of Palmerston North, in accordance with her wishes a private family funeral service has been held. Kate was the youngest daughter of Owen and Jean Dolan (both deceased), daughter-in-law to George and Queenie Jackson (both deceased). A sister and sister-in-law to Bishop Owen Dolan, Brian (deceased) Carol (deceased) Patricia and Trevor Kendrick (both deceased), and Eileen and Tony Muollo. Frances, Andrew, Bernard (deceased) and Vilo, Philip (deceased) David and Ida (both deceased) and Lawrence. Sister-in-law to Lorraine Macpherson (deceased). Aunt to all her nieces and nephews, best friend, and carer for all the many moggies and strays. Bishop Owen Dolan officiated Kate's funeral service which was held in the Cotton's Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on May 30, at 1.00pm, followed by cremation.
"All things happen for the better to those who love God to those who are the chosen
according to his purpose". Mathew 28:30
Messages to the Jackson family can be sent to PO Box 115, Matangi 3260. Special thanks to the Catholic Chaplaincy team at Waikato Hospital for their attention and service to Kate while she was in the Hospital. Requiescat In Pace.

Published by Waikato Times from May 31 to Jun. 1, 2024.