Mary FOREMAN Obituary

I met Mary about 10miles out of Coromandel township when I was riding a horse (with a puppy, Basho, on the saddle) around the peninsula in the 60's. It was getting dark. She packed my stuff in her car , let the horse go in a field (later spoke to the farmer) and took me back to her place, a bath, wonderful hospitality and conversation. Much evolved out of that. You were magic!

I miss you Mary,you were a candle in my life,as one of my mothers,aunties and grandparents best friends xoxox

My deepest sympathy to all the Foreman family. I have fond memories of Mary and staying at Rings Road when I knew Tim. We'd have fantastic dinners, eat from pottery dishes and have nasturtiums in the salads! Mary made quite an impression on me when I was a young woman. All my love and big hugs to Tim, Ruth, Jane, David and Andrew.

We will remember you, love Wayne & Maggie Davis (nee Harray).

Mary and I attended Auckland Girls' Grammar School at the same time. We then went nursing together, where we enjoyed ourselves greatly. When I got married to John, Mary was my Matron of Honour and sole attendant. After our marriage, John and I stayed in Mary and Bill's flat in Hamilton for a couple of nights, which was the beginning of our honeymoon. Mary and I didn't see each other for some time, but always kept in touch. The times we had together at Piha, Orapiu and other places were always full of fun and laughter. Mary rang me on Saturday saying she was "going to God". I hadn't realised she was so sick. Our sympathy and regards to all the family - Mary was always very proud of you all.

Thinking of all the family at this time. Mary was a beautiful soul, she has a special place in my heart. Happy travels Mary. Much love x

So sorry I was unable to come today. With fond memories of Mary and her wonderful stories . Thinking of you all

Dear Foreman family, I'm thinking of lovely, gracious Mary and how I always felt inspired after a visit to her in her beautiful Coromandel home and garden. Mary lives on in my mother's house at Tuateawa through her art on the wall and she is in a drawing that Heather did of Mary drawing. I send deepest sympathies to you all from the Lomas family - we knew her a long time and her memory will always be special.

FOREMAN, Mary Irene. Passed away peacefully at her home in Coromandel 11 May 2014, held closely by her loving family. Kua hinga te Kowhai Atahua o Kapanga. Haere atu ra e Mere taku tino hoa, i runga i te arohanui. The beautiful Kowhai of Coromandel has fallen. Farewell Mary my very special friend, with much love. Kare Rapata Leathem.