In loving memory

Mary Catherine Commons (nĂŠe Sweeney)

Date of death August 6, 2026

Service Details

Friday, 14 August 2026

St Gregory's Catholic Church30 Cotswold Ave
Christchurch
Canterbury
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Obituary

On August 6, 2026, in her 90th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Francis (Frank), much loved mother and mother-in-law of Christine and Kieran, Fiona and Andrew, and Michelle. Adored Grandma of Sarah and Aaron, Michael and Clare; Regan, Paige; Jesse, and Grace, and loved Great-Grandma of Ella, Lucy; Macey, and Olly.

Forever in our hearts

Rest In Peace

Many thanks to the wonderful staff at Summerset on Cavendish for the love and care given to Mary. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Mary Commons, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Gregory’s Catholic Church, 26 Cotswold Avenue, Bishopdale, on Friday, August 14, at 11.00am. Interment will follow at Yaldhurst Cemetery, Buchanan’s Road, Yaldhurst.

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