ATKINSON Annette Mary (Net) (nee Blackwood) (formerly Debenham). On 7 April 2012, peacefully at Tauranga Hospital, aged 80 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Arthur and the late Robert, precious mum of Paul, Christine, Julie, Robbie, Tim, Carmel, Simon and Nicki and their partners, special gran to 16 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. "Sadly missed, but forever in our hearts". Annette will be resting at home until her service, which will be held at Woodhill, 167 Grange Rd Tauranga, on Wednesday 11 April at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation. Communication to the Atkinson Family, c/o PO Box 8139 Tauranga 3145.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Apr. 9, 2012.