On Saturday, February 14, 2026, peacefully, with family at her side. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Celia and Chris, Bridget and Richard, Brian and Maryrose, Hugh and Liz, Peter and Linh. Loving grandmother of her ten grandchildren and her five great-grandchildren. Much loved big sister of her eight brothers and sisters. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Kath Fitzgerald, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Womens Refuge would be appreciated and may be made online at womensrefuge.org.nz. A memorial service to celebrate Kath’s life will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside on Sunday, February 22, at 2.00pm.