HOLMES, Melva Goodeve (nee Tyler). We sadly announce the passing of our dearly loved mother on 12 March 2025. Melva provided her children, Graeme, Robyn, and Savoy, with a model of strength, guidance, inspiration and support and was a deeply loved mother-in-law of Bruce, grandmother of Jordan, Harley, Zoe, and Gene, and great-grandmother of Shou. Melva strode through 100 years of life, celebrating, caring, and refusing to compromise on what was important to her. In accordance with her wishes, a private cremation will be held now, and we would love you to join us at a celebratory memorial service in the near future. Our warmest thanks and gratitude to the wonderful, caring and compassionate staff at Aria Gardens. Wishing you all love and peace.


Published by The New Zealand Herald on Mar. 15, 2025.