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Deby Lee VAN KAN

Deby VAN KAN Obituary

van KAN, Deby Lee (nee Wicksteed). Dearly loved by husband Grant, children Kelly, Jo- Harriet, Sam, Jorgia and Tom, and her precious grand children Kayla, James, Odin and Saige. After a courageous battle Mum passed away peacefully August 25 2025, with the same grace she lived her life, and surrounded by her family at Mercy Hospice. A celebration of her life will be held at Christ the King church, Mt Roskill, 1pm Monday 1st September 2025. All welcome.

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Published by The New Zealand Herald on Aug. 28, 2025.

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Brigid Phil Eden Fergus Pease

Yesterday

Deepest condolences to you Grant and family she was truly an amazing person and teacher.

Kevin & Helen Gralton, Naas, Ireland.

Yesterday

Sincere condolences to Jorgia and Van Kan family on the sad passing of Deby. May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Zara

August 28, 2025

My condolences. Sending so much love xxx

Mai & Paddy

August 28, 2025

Our deepest condolences to Grant, Kelly, Jorgia, Tom and Sam and family.

Jacinta and John

August 28, 2025

Deepest sympathy to Grant, Kelly, Jorgia, Tom and Sam and extended family. Our hearts are broken in Ireland for your loss.

Nikki Walker

August 28, 2025

Deepest condolences Kelly, Simon, Kayla and James. Our thoughts are with you all Nikki, Alysha and Paige

Norma Snedden

August 28, 2025

Greatly admired and much loved daughter in law of Edna and Henny, wonderful sister in law of Alison, Norma and Dave, John and Margaret, Mark and Jo, Wayne, Kate and Chris, Craig and Sharon, Rhys and Rosie and her millions of nieces and nephews.

She was an extraordinary woman .

Megan Wishart

August 28, 2025

Van Kan whanau, Deby was a wonderful teacher and mentor to all she worked with. Her influence on so many lives is such a legacy. She was so very proud of all of her own children and grandchildren. You are her greatest works. Arohanui to you all. Megan (St Francis School).

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