In loving memory

Emma Megan Head

Date of death September 4, 2026

Service Details

Saturday, 26 September 2026

The Charles Luney AuditoriumSt Margaret's College
12 Winchester Street
Merivale
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Obituary

On September 4, 2026, in Wanaka, aged 16 years, doing what she loved. Dearly loved and cherished daughter of Graeme and Sandra, much loved granddaughter of Denise and Donald, Tina and Les. Loved niece and cousin of Warrick and Rachael, and Alys; Graham and Sonia, Arabella, and Alex.

 

Your beautiful smile will always be remembered

 

Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Emma Head, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A celebration of Emma’s life will be held at The Charles Luney Auditorium, St Margaret’s College, 12 Winchester Street, Merivale, on September 26, at 2pm, followed by a private cremation.

 

Guestbook

  1. We are very sorry for your sudden loss of Emma. Our thoughts and love are with you Sandra and Graeme. With deepest sympathy Allan, Lesley Amanda, Brittany
    Allan, Lesley, Amanda, Brittany
  2. All our love, aroha and hugs and strength to you Sandra and Graeme at this time and on this day especially. We are privileged and blessed to have known Emma and seen her in all her passions and groups. She was truly one in a million. All our love from Wānaka to you all.
    Victoria and Blake Cotton-Everitt
  3. We send you love from all of us, your neighbours in Wanaka, especially today, but for all the days ahead. Remembering Emma and her gentle and kind personality x
    Dan and Anna and our families
  4. We are so sorry we could not attend in person today, but the ceremony/memorial was very moving to watch online. We are so sorry for your loss and can't imagine how hard this is for you both. Emma's life was far far to short, but lived to the full during that brief time. We will treasure our memories of skiing together and watching our daughters dance together.
    John, Julie & Lucy
  5. Graham and Sandra Wishing you peace and comfort as you navigate this painful time. Our hearts go out to you. Lovely service to remember your beautiful Emma. Debbie and Ruby McLachlan x
    Debbie McLachlan
  6. So very sorry for your loss Sandra and Graeme. Sending love and strength to you both and remembering Emma’s beautiful smile as a toddler at Montessori, and in her teens, as she lit up the stage and brought such joy to those lucky enough to be in the audience. We will miss her. xx
    Gillian, Sam, Priya and Barnaby White

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