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Nolene DE LUCA Obituary

Aged 79, passed away peacefully on 20th August 2025, in Tauranga after a brave fight with cancer. Cherished stepmother of Julie Clothier and Sharon De Luca, wonderful mother-in-law of Mark Clothier, Garry Christoffersen, and John Abbott. Adored grandmother of Andrew (and Kayleigh), Greg (and Mikayla), and Lawrence Clothier, Claire and Caitlin Abbott, and great-grandmother of Hunter, Graeson, Alexia, and Stevie.

A stoic and mischievous spirit who brought joy to all who knew her.

A service to celebrate Nolene's life will be held at Legacy Tauranga, 383 Pyes Pa Rd, on Friday, 29th August at 10.30am, followed by a family burial next to Nolene's husband and soulmate, Mike De Luca. Livestream may be viewed and tributes left at www.legacyfunerals.co.nz In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Society of New Zealand would be appreciated. Communications to the Noelene De Luca family, c/- PO Box 3136, Tauranga 3142.


Published by Waikato Times on Aug. 23, 2025.

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Tim & Cherry Reehal

August 29, 2025

When we think of Hong Kong 7s, Nolene comes to mind. Wonderful memories & we will never forget those sparkling eyes. It was so nice to bump into her at the supermarket in Bethlehem a couple of months ago.
Our thoughts are with the family.
Tim & Cherry Reehal

Steve and Val Compton

August 27, 2025

Noles, Cuzzie,
Simply the best! The hostess extraordinaire, we were always made so welcome and always left better for the experience.
Fond memories of 2007 when you and Mike hosted our family celebration of 100 years since our grandparent's arrival in N.Z. We had great discussions over our genealogy and much fun finding out the truth, rather than the Buckingham rumour mill.
The 17th May won't be the same without your phone call for birthday wishes and my return call to you on the 18th May.
Thanks for the memories, you will be sorely missed.
Love forever.
Stephen and Valerie and Louise and Brad.

Dick Wilkins

August 27, 2025

I only met Noelene once, in 2020, but I was able to show her the site of the original Howe family home up the Kuranui valley in Thames. A lively, interesting person - Rest in Peace

Alan Probert

August 26, 2025

You fought a good fight Sis and now you can rest easy. We shared a lot together over the years and have memories no one can take away. Your Loving Brother Alan n Jackie.

Rosemary Cullen

August 23, 2025

Nolene, an amazing lady, a great genealogist and a cuzzie-in-law. You will be sorely missed. Thank you so much for your friendship.
Your 'down to earth' attitude meant a lot to me. I will miss our catchups for lunches, coffee and wine. So many lovely memories. I am honoured and privileged to have known you.
Rosemary Cullen.

Tracy Anderson

August 23, 2025

A beautiful vibrant soul who was always happy and shared some good times with us on our catch ups together, along with a good glass of wine of course. Many happy childhood memories together, you were always the little sister Mum (Valerie) never had. Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of your family and friends. You fought a great battle Noel´s but now it´s time to be back with your soulmate Mike. You now have your angel wings darling Cuzzy. With much love from Val, Colin and Tracy Anderson and partner Mike.

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