In loving memory

Marjorie Doris 'Marj' Vaughan (nĂŠe Holmes)

Date of death June 28, 2026

Service Details

Saturday, 4 July 2026

Oaklands500 Wigram Road
Christchurch
Canterbury
8025
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Obituary

Originally of Dunedin. June 15, 1949 – June 28, 2026. Sadly passed away, surrounded by family. Dearly loved daughter of the late Alex and Kath Holmes, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Mark and Jen, Martine and Darryl, Luke and Pippa, Nathan and Hayley, adored Nana of Amber, and Amy; Archie; Ada, Rosa, and Georgia, loved sister of Russell, and Pam, loved aunt of David, and Jacqui and families. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Marjorie Vaughan, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Neuroendocrine Cancer NZ would be appreciated and may be made directly online at: neuroendocrinecancer.org.nz. The service to celebrate Marj’s life will be held at Oaklands, corner Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Saturday, July 4, at 2.30pm, followed by a private cremation.

Guestbook

  1. Marj. You were always kind and pleasant to me, and my family. Thank you for all the laughter and memories. With respect Ivan ❤
    Ivan Richards
  2. Our sincere condolences to the family, what an inspirational cousin we had the honor of knowing. Beautiful tributes from the family during the service and a caring reminder of Marjorie to the memory of our family connections. Rest in peace.
    Sue and Steve Chave & Family

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