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Catherine Gilmour Obituary

GILMOUR, Catherine Janet (Cathy). On February 19, 2011 passed away peacefully surrounded by her family after a long brave battle. Beloved wife, best friend, and travelling companion of Ewen, who will miss her so much. An awesome friend to so many, especially her four-legged companions Kehua and Rupert. A big thank you to all friends, family and hospital staff who have helped over this battle. Her funeral service will be held in Grahams Funeral Home Chapel, West Street, Tuakau at 1.00pm on Thursday 24 February 2011 followed by interment at the Tuakau Cemetery. Please no flowers, but in her memory a donation may be left at the service for Variety, the childrens charity, www.variety.org.nz



Published by The New Zealand Herald on Feb. 21, 2011.

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Annemarie Cambie

March 24, 2011

Gilmour, Cathy. I didn't know you in your adult life but as children we played piano together with Kirsty, Julia and our beloved music teacher "Mrs Read". Rest in peace beautiful girl. Annemarie x

Cath Conley

March 7, 2011

Cathy. My beautiful, talented cousin - and friend. Even though we are so far away I will always treasure the times we had together and the forever-artwork memories.
Ewen - thank you for bringing her to live with us for a while and all the wonderful love and support you gave her. Thinking of you.
Much love to J, D, K and all her boys too. xxxxxx

Leigh Bates

February 25, 2011

We love you Cathy, you are and always will be the most beautifyl star.
We promise to look out for Ewen.
Love you lots
Leigh and Kelvin Bates

Elise Upperton

February 25, 2011

Most amazing dance teacher I've ever had (Rosehill College). You made school fun, and you always cheered your students up. You will be dearly missed Mrs Gilmour! Xxxxxxxxxx You're one amazing lady xxxxxx

February 23, 2011

GILMOUR, Catherine Janet (Cathy). Cathy, you were a very special lady for all the times you let your husband Ewen do charity work when you were unwell. A very big thank you to your kindness. Rest in Peace. The Mad Butcher Suburban Newspapers Community Trust.

February 22, 2011

GILMOUR, Cathy. We have had the pleasure of knowing Cathy through our relationship with Ewen. She was his pillar and his best friend, and always an absolute delight to work with. We watched with admiration as Ewen cared for Cathy. We are here for you mate! Love from the team at Celebrity Speakers.

February 21, 2011

GILMOUR, Catherine Janet (nee Rorke) (Cathy). Passed away peacefully on February 19, 2011 aged 36 years, after a brave battle. Beloved wife of Ewen. Precious daughter of David and Jinty Rorke. Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Kirsty and Sean, special aunt of Flynn, Cody and Ethan. Much loved friend of Jayne Conning and Rachel MacMillan and many others.

February 21, 2011

GILMOUR, Catherine Janet (Cathy). Loved daughter-in-law of Janet Gilmour (Oratia) sister- in-law of Lyall and Rachel and aunt of Lydia and Ellie (Hamilton). Also loved friend of Tyrone and Nikki. Cathy, we all loved you so much but all the love in the world couldn't keep you here with us. Sweet dreams our beautiful sunflower girl. Love you always.

February 21, 2011

GILMOUR, Catherine Janet (Cathy). You were a rainbow of colour that brightened our days. We will miss you always, but have you in our hearts. Love you, Wayne, Pauline, Cain, Jenna, Cora, Sam and Wesley.

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