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Frances ROCHE Obituary
Frances Joy (Fran):
Passed away at home with family at her side, on Wednesday, November 15, 2017, after a courageous battle. Aged 64 years. Loved and cherished wife of Tony (Tige), loved and adored mother and mother-in-law of Ricci and Sarah, Karl and Michelle, Sean and Ave, and Justin and Sam, and her beloved dog Patrick. Loved Nana Fran of Tom, and Charlie; Ben, Addison, and Jake; Tessa, Brett, Alex, and Braedon. Loved sister-in-law of John and Margaret Roche. Loved daughter of the late William (Alex) and Eileen Sinclair, loved sister of Colleen and the late Gordon Findlay, the late Terry, Diane and Jonny Duncalf, Matt and Diane Sinclair, Christine Sinclair and Robert Webber, and Vicki and Kim Murphy. Loved daughter-in-law of Hazel and Ian Hislop, and the late Bill Roche. Loved aunty of all her nieces and nephews. Messages may be sent to the Roche Family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. A funeral service for Fran will be held at the Clubs of Marlborough, Alfred Street, at 2.00pm, Tuesday, November 21, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.
Memories and Condolences
for Frances ROCHE
15 Entries
November 22, 2017
So sad to hear of Frans passing she was a lovely friendly lady who made the best coffee in town. She will be missed by many..kind word for everyone xx Karen Moran
Cheryl Kingi
November 21, 2017
So sorry I couldn't be there to farewell Francie, sincere condolences to Tiger and family and the Sinclair family. Will miss her friendly banter.
Kelly Miller
November 21, 2017
I am sad to hear of Fran's passing, I remember her fondly back in the day of providing exceptional service at The Fix Cafe, so cheerful. My condolences to your family.
November 20, 2017
Our special thoughts are. With you and the family Tony as are those residing at Margaret Stewart house.
Tracey & Jeff McHaffie
November 20, 2017
Dear Tige and family
We are so sorry to hear about Fran's passing. She was a real special lady and I'm sure she will be missed by everyone. Thinking of you all at this time.
John Gudsell
November 20, 2017
Condolences to you all on the passing of our much loved Fran. Absolutely wonderful person. Always a bright smile and happy outlook. Thanks for all coffees.
John (CD store)
John Broughton
November 19, 2017
Please accept my deepest condolences Tony and extended family.
Fran. was a lovely person, always on the go and always a very hard worker.
Kind wishes,
John Broughton
November 18, 2017
My deepest sympathy to Tony and the extended family.
Oh so sad,such a fun person with so much bubble.
I remember Fran selling shoes all those years ago at Hannah's
Thinking of you Tony.
Long time buddy
Robbie Canberra
Sarah Burdon
November 17, 2017
Was always a pleasure catching up at Alex's sport.
Katherine Boniface
November 17, 2017
We are sorry to hear of Fran's passing and pass on our deepest condolences to the family.
Andrew and Katherine Boniface
November 17, 2017
Fran was a beautiful person inside and out. I enjoyed our time together in the netball season.
Condolences to all the family, Diane Hutchinson
Irene Satherley
November 17, 2017
Dear Tony and family - Frances achieved so much in her short life. My trips back to Blenheim won't be the same. Farewell beautiful friend - RIP. Irene Satherley Perth Western Australia
November 17, 2017
I am so sorry to hear this news and send my love and thoughts to all the family. I know I write on behalf of my son Sean too - words are beyond me, just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Much Love, Chris Jowers xxxx
November 17, 2017
Goodbye Fran.We will miss our brief but allways cheery catch-ups when we come home next.
To Tony and family,we are so sorry to hear this news.Thinking of you all. Doug and Lois Black-Brisbane
November 17, 2017
To Tiger and family, I am deeply saddened by your loss. Your lovely wife, mother, mother-in-law, nana and friend will remain in your hearts forever. A truly wonderful lady. My thoughts are with you.
To the Roche and Sinclair families, my deepest sympathy to you also.
Gus Bishell.
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