LEMMON, Dianne May (Mater). Passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loved ones on Saturday 17th December 2022 at 85 years. Much loved and adored husband of the late Pater and partner of Murray. Dearly loved mother of Michael (deceased December 21) , Susan, Deborah and David. Much loved Mother in law of Kay and John. Much loved Mater of Luke, Madison, Rick, Jackson, Mackenzie and Amelia, who all promise to look after their teeth and keep their fingernails clean. Dianne, Mum, Mater was unapologetically herself to the very end. She loved everyone around her so much and will be remembered as a strong, generous, loving and elegant woman. Mater is already and will be missed dearly.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Dec. 20, 2022.