On Monday, September 28, 2026, peacefully at Ilam Life Care, aged 83 years. Much loved wife of the late Rex, loved mother and mother-in-law of Cheryl and Brendon, Charlene and Tony, Paula and Mark, Rochelle and Paul, adored Nana of her nine grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Valerie Brown, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A private gathering has taken place.