Barnes, Michelle Therese (Shell). On 24 February 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer, aged 50 years. Dearly loved partner of Paul. Cherished daughter of Ron and Carmel Barnes. Special thanks to the team at Harbour Cancer & Wellness, for their wonderful care over the past few years, and thanks to all who came on this journey with us. A gorgeous soul who is no longer in pain, rest in peace my love. A service to celebrate Michelle's life will be held at the North Harbour Chapel of Dil's Funeral Services, 185 Schnapper Rock Road, Albany, on Saturday 28 February 2026, at 2:30pm. Please wear bright colours in celebration of Michelle's life. A livestream of Michelle's service will be available via
https://www.dils.co.nz/s/michelle No flowers by request. Donations to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ would be appreciated and may be left at the service. All communications to the Clarkin family, c/- Dil's Funeral Services, 185 Schnapper Rock Road, Albany, Auckland 0632.
Published by The New Zealand Herald on Feb. 26, 2026.