On Sunday, October 4, 2026, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, surrounded by family. Dearly loved wife of the late Bricky. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Colleen and David, and Brendon and Vix. Treasured Nana of Kate, Nick and Jenna, Jess, Molly, and Lachie. Loved sister of Bev (Brisbane) and cherished aunty to all her nieces and nephews. Heartfelt thanks to the staff from Summerset Avonhead Memory Care Centre and Summerset Wigram Care Centre for their loving and compassionate care of Judy.

Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Judy Friel, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The funeral service for Judy will be held in St Paul’s Anglican Church, 844 Old Tai Tapu Road, Tai Tapu, on Friday, October 9 at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation.