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Ann McKENNA Obituary

McKENNA, Ann (nee Colville). On Friday, January 24, 2025, in Nelson Hospital surrounded by her family. Partner of David Shipley, loved mother of Derek, and Kerry, sister of Lynne, and John, grandmother, aunty and friend to many. Respected sportswoman. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Ann McKenna, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to S.P.C.A and Salvation Army would be appreciated, and may be made online at spca.nz/donate and salvationarmy.org.nz. A funeral service for Ann will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner of Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, Christchurch, on Saturday, February 1, at 2.00pm.



Published by The New Zealand Herald on Jan. 27, 2025.

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Lyall Lukey

February 2, 2025

Ann and I started teaching at Cashmere High on the same day in early 1966. As a colleague and a family friend I followed her playing and coaching careers in hockey and cricket with extra interest. She was an excellent teaching colleague and role model for many she taught, played with and coached. Sylvia and I extend our sympathy to her family and value our memories of times spent together before and after her first spell in Canada.

Anne Hindson

February 1, 2025

Sorry to hear the news & sorry to miss the funeral which just learnt was earlier today. Farewell to a great lady & competitive sportswoman.

Pam Young (nee Flewellyn)

February 1, 2025

Much admired as Captain of the Cashmere High Hockey team. I was privileged to play with her & in later years she coached my daughter, Debra Young, who was in the Otago Women's Cricket & Hockey teams . Such an amazing sports person.
RIP Ann

Diana Sim (Caird)

February 1, 2025

Ann was a great teammate and close friend on the 1984 NZ Cricket Tour of England and The Netherlands. She was liked and respected by all across a wide range of ages. Fond memories forever

Jill Ross

January 31, 2025

It was the greatest honour to know Ann as a coach, mentor, teammate and friend. R.I.P Ann.

Cheryl & Danae

January 30, 2025

Words are few at a time like this. To David and family, know that Ann will be remembered with much respect and love. She touched many lives. RIP.

Trish McKelvey

January 28, 2025

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Denise McGregor

January 27, 2025

Ann was my hero when I started playing cricket in the 60s. She was a great sportsperson and a terrific friend. My thoughts are with her family and friends at this very sad time.

Jane Wilson

January 27, 2025

Sincere condolences to Ann's family. Loved her as my PE teacher, hockey and cricket coach at Cashmere High.

Ken Winchester

January 27, 2025

Please accept our sincere condolences at this very sad time I remember Ann at Cashmere high school and for her sporting achievements

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