GOTHORP, Karen Helen. 30 April 1959 - 5 October 2022. Passed away peacefully with family by her side. Fought a good fight till the very end, will be sadly missed. Dear wife of Brian. Cherished Mum of Victoria and Angela. Idolised big sister, best friend and confidant of Paula, Lawrence, Roy, and the late Anne. Loving Grandma of D-Shire, Akea, and Cole. Adored loving aunty to all her nieces and nephews, and dear friend of many. A private cremation has been held. A Wake will be held at the family home in Waihi on Saturday 8th October at 2pm.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Oct. 7, 2022.