VAUGHAN, Michelle Susan. On Monday, 10 November 2025 aged 65 years, peacefully at home surrounded by family after living bravely with cancer. Dearly loved wife of Owen. Adored, strong Mother of Megan and Warwick. Beloved daughter of Jean and the late Peter Gates. Loving Grama of Melissa, Demi, Kolton, Saoirse and Grandog Oreo. A private cremation will be held at the Whakatane Crematorium. An informal celebration of Michelle's life will be held at 64a Salonika Street, Whakatane from 1pm Thursday 13th November. Communications to the Vaughan family, C/- PO Box 2070 Whakatane, 3159 or online at
willettsfuneralservices.co.nz.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Nov. 12, 2025.