DANESH, Dr Mahtaban. Passed away peacefully with family by her side. Devoted wife of Dr Ali Danesh. Proud mother and mother-in- law of Professor Dame Helen and Dr Michael Danesh- Meyer, Professor John Danesh and Mrs Nathalie Jacoby- Danesh, Mrs Amy and Dr Tony Danesh-Clough. Adoring Grandmother to Dr Juliette Meyer and Mr Oliver Marsh, Mr Max Danesh- Clough, Dr Emily Meyer, Dr Jonnie and Mrs Hannah Danesh-Clough, Miss Helena Danesh-Clough, Master Benjamin Danesh and Miss Jacqueline Danesh. Dr Mahtaban will be missed by many. May she rest in peace and love. A private burial has been held. All communication through Sibuns please.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Feb. 28, 2026.