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Janet MILBANK Obituary

MILBANK, Janet Dianne (nee Lawson). It is with sad hearts that we share the passing of our special Mum, unexpectedly in her sleep, on Friday 17th May 2024, aged 57. A passionate and fiercely loving mother to Rebecca, Jake and Lydia. The beloved daughter of Beverley and Max, devoted sister to Paul and Linda. An unforgettable woman with the ability to find sunshine in the darkest times. A celebration of Janet's life will be held on Wednesday 22nd May at 10am at the Whakatane Baptist Centre, Keepa Road, Whakatane, followed by burial at the Hillcrest Lawn Cemetery, Ohope Road, Whakatane. Communications please to the Milbank/Lawson family C/- PO Box 2070 Whakatane or online at willettsfuneralservices.co.nz



Published by The New Zealand Herald on May 20, 2024.

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Dave

April 12, 2025

Soo sad such a lovely beautiful person.Will be well remembered by the lives she touched even for a short time My sincerest condolences to Steve and the families.

Tania Marks

May 22, 2024

So sorry to hear of Janet´s passing. I knew her from Beachlands and Howick College. I remember her as a good person. Condolences to her children and family.
Tania Marks (née Main)

Jacqueline Avery ( nee Thompson )

May 22, 2024

It is with much sadness we farewell a beautiful soul.
Your kindness and strength will be fondly remembered by all you touched.
Fly free may you rest in love Janet . Warm thoughts of sympathy to family and friends sending much love Jacque A.

Dean

May 21, 2024

Janet, you may be gone to rest with your others, giving them your warmth and smiles that we get to remember. Dean

rebecca hart

May 20, 2024

Janet I am so sad to hear you have left us so suddenly.. i cant believe it x I will miss working with you at the Surf Club and all of your emails and our chats xx I'm glad I gave you a hug every time I saw you. I've only known you for a few years but I always knew you were a special soul and I'll miss you dearly xx Bec Hart

May 21, 2024

MILBANK, Janet Dianne (nee Lawson). Born 1 November 1966. Passed away unexpectedly but peacefully in her sleep on 17 May 2024. Loving and kind mother of Rebecca, Jake and Lydia. Loved daughter-in-law of Paul, Carolyn and sister-in-law and friend of Steve, Karen, Brenda, Grant, Craig, Pene, Ryan and Hayley. Loved Aunty of Chelsea, Jack, Verity, Callum, Prue and Edie.

May 20, 2024

MILBANK, Janet Dianne (nee Lawson). Born 1 November 1966. Passed away unexpectedly but peacefully in her sleep on 17 May 2024. Loving and kind mother of Rebecca, Jake and Lydia. Loved daughter-in-law of Paul, Carolyn and sister-in-law and friend of Brenda, Grant, Craig, Pene, Ryan and Hayley. Loved Aunty of Chelsea, Jack, Verity, Callum, Prue and Edie.

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