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Jo STEPHENS Obituary

STEPHENS, Jo (Gertrude Josephine). Passed away peacefully at Radius Heatherlea, New Plymouth on Tuesday 8 June 2021, just short of her 99th birthday. Dearly loved wife of the late Doug. Dearly loved mum of Heather and Robin, Ernie and Heather. Much loved by her grandchildren, Shane, Paula and Bart; Glen, Brendon and Tanya, and great- grandchildren. A service to celebrate Jo's life will be held at Vospers Chapel, 257 Devon Street East, New Plymouth on Saturday 12 June 2021 at 12.45pm, followed by burial at Awanui Cemetery.



Published by The New Zealand Herald on Jun. 10, 2021.

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Bruce Hinton

June 16, 2021

Dear Jo....you and Doug were such kind neighbours in Davies Rd. You were interested in our family and we loved taking a dip in your swimming pool. We enjoyed hearing stories of your birthplace which was so dear to you....and yes you had a memorable laugh. Rest easy Jo.
Diane & Bruce Hinton

June 15, 2021

So saddened to learn that Jo has left us, but what a milestone at 98(+) years. I have the fondest memories of first meeting Jo at Whites Ltd where I was a junior office clerk and Jo was the Secretary to the Management and we quickly became close friends. I later introduced Jo to my mother (Gloria) who shared a very close friendship for many, many years. Jo was always positive and endearing. I will always remember her with fondest memories. RIP Jo...........Linda FitzPatrick (nee Crawford)

Sheryl and Les Barnes

June 14, 2021

A beautiful soul now at rest. How we loved seeing you on our frequent trips home.

Those we love remain with us, for love itself lives on and cherished memories never fail because a loved one's gone. Those we love can never be more than a thought apart for as long as there are memories they'll live on in our hearts.

Carole Brunet

June 12, 2021

It was we with great sadness to hear of your passing. We have lost an Angel but know that heaven and Uncle Doug are happy to be reunited with you. I have so many cherished memories in my heart of your love, pride and devotion to your family, ,your kindness, loving spirit, generosity, selflessness, hospitality, yourjoie de vivre as they say inQuebec , your birthplace , your storytelling and of course your infectuous laugh! Sincerst condolences to Ernie and Heather and families.

June 11, 2021

Jo. I remember your kindness to myself and family (Autridge) over many years. RIP

Diane

June 11, 2021

To our beloved Auntie Jo, our longest Rossi relative just shy of 99 years old
We will always have fond memories of long distance phone calls but will always treasure our visits to New Zealand even more with your generous hospitality
You were always a great story teller, kept us up to date on family as they were the most important in your life. Always
Now it’s time to rest as I’m sure uncle Doug has a great salad from his garden waiting for you.
We wish we could be there for you all but our thoughts are with you
Your Canadian n USA family

Diane Lausanne

June 11, 2021

To our wonderful Auntie Jo. You were are longest living Rossi relative at a young 98 +yrs old.
We had the privilege of not only overseas phone calls but seeing you a few times in New Zealand, memories that will last forever. Truly
You were a great story teller and hostess with our visits but most of all you loved your family
Time to rest Auntie Jo and be with uncle Doug as I'm sure he has a great garden salad waiting for you
My condolences to the whole family as we wish we could have been there as well

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