On September 28, 2026, Antonia passed away at Anthony Wilding Retirement Village, aged 96 years.  Dearly loved wife and companion of the late Johan (Joop), cherished mother and mother-in-law of John and Sanmen, Connie, Fred and Delia, Richard and Jessica, cherished Oma to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loved sister of Cor, Piet, Rudy, Henni (now all deceased) and Rob. Sincere thanks to the staff at Anthony Wilding for Antonia’s care over the past year. Special thanks to Dr Andrea Wheeler and Dr Helen O’Neill. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Antonia van Slooten, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545, or direct to the family. If you would like to attend a celebration of Antonia’s life on Friday, October 9, at 2.00 pm, please get in touch with the family, or email annie@aviationtechnical.nz for venue details.