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Beverley Rae HENNEKER

Beverley HENNEKER Obituary

Henneker, Beverley Rae (Nee Smith). Beverley Rae Henneker QSM Passed away peacefully in the company of family at midday on Friday August 1st, 2025, aged 87. She joins her beloved late husband, Ron Henneker (1928-2023), after 64 years of marriage. Much-cherished mother and mother-in-law law of Marilyn and Jim, Donna and Harold, Allan and Lara, and Steve and Kim. Her caring heart and love for gossip will be much missed by her dear friends and family, including her five granddaughters Erika, Caitlin, Nicole, Loren, and Abbie. Bev's celebration of life will be held at Auckland Memorial Park, Silverdale, on Thursday August 7th at 1pm. All are welcome to attend, and we look forward to seeing you there. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ, to continue her legacy.

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Published by The New Zealand Herald on Aug. 4, 2025.

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Jenny mexted

Earlier today

So sorry to hear of the loss of your mum and wife. My parents were friends of yours ngaire and Jim col

Merle Jonson

Earlier today

Such a great fellow golfer over many years at Ngaruawahia Golf Club. She will be remembered for perseverance under sometimes extreme circumstances. A great friend for many years.

Lyn Fowler

Earlier today

In loving memory of my friend Bev "Mother" who always had her finger on the pulse! She kept us all connected in her own unique way.
Always nurturing and ready to lend an ear or share a laugh, her warmth made every gathering feel truly special.
Her fun loving spirit and genuine care, made her truly one of a kind. I will forever cherish the beautiful moments we shared, working together in theatre 1.
What a wonderful friend she was...
Forever in my heart, love Lyn x

Pauline Thomas

Yesterday

It was with great sadness to hear of Bev's passing. She was so pleased to have been able to attend the recent Operating Theatre Reunion in Hamilton in May. Many of us enjoyed catching up with this special lady and colleague. My sincere condolences to all the family. RIP Bev.
Pauline Thomas

Some other comments from other nursing colleagues include the following:

"Aw, the Mother of Waikato Theatres, Sad news. RIP Mother Bev." Suzi Dasseville

"Sad news. Lots of memories of Bev on night duty, buying oysters and sealing envelopes. Fly high Bev with Ron." Chrissie Hamilton

"What a loss. We certainly had some fun times with her and was great she could make it to the reunion so she could remember the fun times." Sally Russell.

"Bev was always bright and willing." Lynne Bowden

Bev was a pivotal nurse in the Perioperative field of N.Z., passionate, motivating and dedicated all over the Waikato region. I wish her family all the best and my deepest sympathy." Cassandra Raj

"She was such a great volunteer for the Asthma Society." Ros Tayler

"What a great woman". Lynda Whittaker

"Such sad news. It was so good to see her at the reunion." Rhoda Johnson

Joy Godfrey nee Pert

Yesterday

Sorry to hear of Bev's passing. Bev was so good to my mum. Bev was a great advocate for the asthma society.

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