Claudia AROA Obituary

AROA, Claudia Helen (nee Ker). Born 29 February 1940, aged 85 years of age. Passed away at home on Tuesday, 15th April, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Claudia is now at rest with Lyndsay, the love of her life. Claudia will be deeply missed by her four daughters and sons-in-law Larree and Eric Lesa of Tauranga, Carolyn and Craig Clothier of Mount Maunganui, Vicky and Tony Bradley of the Gold Coast, and Adele and John Blackwood of Tauranga. 10 grandchildren and 5 great children (Madison, Brady, Claudia, Shannon, Conrad, Milla, Ava, Riley, Dalaney, Hugo, Hadlee, Elias, Romy, Kai and Ari). Claudia Helen Aroa, the most loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Mum was incredibly strong, talented, generous and funny, all that we could have ever wished for. We will cherish our memories of our darling mother forever and we will miss her dearly. At Claudia's request, a private celebration has been held. All messages to the Aroa Family C/- P O Box 650, Tauranga 3144. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Fred Hollows Foundation NZ.