Passed away after a courageous fight with cancer, with loving family by her side, on September 11, 2022, at Nurse Maude Hospice, Christchurch, aged 50 years.  Loved wife and best friend of Matt, much loved and devoted mum of Robbie, and Evie. Loved and cherished sister and sister-in-law of Jo, Daniel and Cameron, treasured daughter of Katrina and Peter, and a much loved and respected extended family member, tireless worker in her community and loved friend to many. Nicky was the best of us, and we loved her, our lives are all the better for knowing her and her kindness. Bringing joy to others was Nicky’s goal and with her smile lighting up any room she made life fun. We will miss you. Heart-felt thanks to the many friends, family and healthcare workers who supported us throughout the past 2 years. Our lives have been made all the better thanks to your kindness and compassion. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Nicky Stewart, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. Garden flowers most welcome.

Donations to Nurse Maude Association, NZ Gynaecological Cancer Foundation, or the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be made online at

https://nursemaude.org.nz/product/nurse-maude-donation/ or https://www.nzgcf.org.nz/donate or https://www.cancer.org.nz/donate-now/

The Funeral Service to celebrate and remember Nicky’s life, and the impact she has had on us all, will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, Christchurch, on Friday, September 16, at 10.00am. Private cremation thereafter.