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Mary Margaret "Margaret" KERR

Mary KERR Obituary

Passed away at home on Friday 30 January 2026 after a brave battle with dementia. 95 years young, beloved wife of the late Jim, treasured mother of Roddy, Marie, Fran, Gail, Jenny, Laurie, Lance, Bill and Colleen. Cherished grandmother to her 15 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. A requiem mass to celebrate the life of Margaret will be held in the St Columba's Catholic Church, 50 Rifle Range Road, Hamilton at 10.30am on Thursday 5th February 2026, followed by burial at Kawhia cemetery. Special thanks to Colleen who took such great care of Mum.
Forever in our thoughts


Published by Waikato Times from Feb. 2 to Feb. 3, 2026.

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Cushla & Murray Chubb

Yesterday

Our sincere condolences to Colleen & Family. It was always a pleasure to pick Margaret up for Oparau Woman´s Group. I always had a great conversation with Margaret recalling local events. Margaret was an amazing lady.
RIP Margaret.

Jeanette Macdonald

Yesterday

Dear Colleen and Everyone,
Margaret was an icon in Oparau and loved and respected by many.
I personally appreciated her love and care. You will miss her enormously.
With love to all, Jeanette (Gilbert)

Sue Oppert

February 3, 2026

Sending our thoughts to you Fran and the Kerr whanau during this sad time. We are sorry we can´t be there on Thursday. Take time to share your many memories, I remember her as a strong, inspirational woman. Take care Sue and Gary.

Sheryl Brunkie

February 3, 2026

Lovely meeting you at Gail´s 60th birthday. Condolences to the family.

Noelene and Michael Bagley

February 3, 2026

Always a cherry smile and willing to help. Rest In Peace with your darling husband, you have earned your rest.
To Margaret´s family, cherish your memories. All our love Noelene and Michael

Gillian Bright

February 3, 2026

My thoughts are with you during the sad time saying a final goodbye. Cherish the memories. Love to all Gillian and Mal

Ruth Smart

February 2, 2026

Our thoughts are with the family with the passing of your loved mother, grandmother, and gr grandmother, Margaret. We recall both Jim and Margaret at the Berntsen gatherings over the years. Her energy and personality always stood out.
Jean Mexted and her daughter Ruth Smart.

Katrina

February 2, 2026

Sending best wishes and love to all of you. Margaret's 1st marathon in her 60s is a daily inspiration for me to get out there regularly xo

Suzanne Thompson

February 2, 2026

Remember Mary at Mass St Columbas Catholic Church. A quiet lady who always recognized you. She will be missed by Parishioners.Rest in Peace Mary.

Vicki Cook

February 2, 2026

Sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you. Vicki Cook née Osborne

Alison Goodlet

February 2, 2026

Thinking of you all at this sad time. Margaret was a lovely lady and we enjoyed her company over the 12 years we lived in Oparau. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. RIP Margaret. Alison and Ricky Goodlet

Jill Haine

February 2, 2026

Thinking of you all Margaret was a special lady and remembered fondly by all the Wright family especially Lilian who knew her for nearly 70 years.RIP Big Margaret

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