BLANCHARD, Nancy Patricia (nee Lord). 13 March 1938 - 22 February 2026. Aged 87 years. It is with great sadness that we pay tribute to our beautiful mother who passed away on 22nd February after a short illness. Loved mum of Julie, Raewyn and Michelle; mother- in-law of Frank and Dennis; Nana Nancy to Johnny, David, Mathew and Lisa and great Nana of 12. Nancy lived a full and colourful life and has left her family with beautiful memories that we will treasure always. We wish to thank the wonderful staff at the CHT Waiuku Care Home for their amazing care over the past 2 years. Mum was laid to rest in a private service. Thank you to our family and friends for your messages, condolences, memories and stories shared. Mum, fly high with the wind beneath your wings, and know that you are loved.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Mar. 9, 2026.