Passed away peacefully on Friday, 12th July 2024, aged 97 years. Beloved wife of the late Buzz. Treasured mother and mother-in-law of Lynda, John & Carol, and Roger & Sandra. Adored Nana to Janelle & Brendon, Regan & Joy, Justine & Rogier, Kelly & Jared, Deanna & David, Bevan & Rachel, Kieran & Sheena, and Jenna & Glen. Cherished great-nana to 17 great-grandchildren. A celebration of Colleen's life will be held at Seddon Park Funeral Home Chapel, 49 Seddon Rd, Frankton, Hamilton on Thursday, 18th July 2024, at 11.00am, followed by a burial at the Newstead Cemetery at 2.00pm. Messages to the Thompson family may be posted c/- PO Box 5523, Frankton, 3242.

Published by Waikato Times on Jul. 16, 2024.