Phillipa Ayto-Keenan

Also known as "Pip"

8 February 197119 January 2023

AYTO-KEENAN, Phillipa Jane. (Pip) Damian, Stefan and Sarah sadly announce the unexpected passing of Pip on Thursday 19th January. Pip was a much loved wife of Damian Keenan and loving mum to Stefan and his fiancée Sarah. Pip was a beloved daughter of Shirley and Alan Ayto. Pip was also a much loved and fun sister to her sisters, Jillian, Joanne, Toni, Louise and Allison, and her brothers Michael, Simon and Adrian. She also was a wonderful Aunty to her many nieces and nephews. A big part of Pip’s life was her work in Aged Care at Southland Hospital and she has many friends from her 20+ years working there. A service to celebrate Pip’s life will be held at the Lindisfarne Church, Invercargill on Thursday 26th January at 1.00pm. Messages to “Ayto-Keenan Family” PO Box 632, Invercargill or you can visit Pip’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/pip

Tributes

Damian, we are sad to hear of your loss. . I would be glad to see you at some stage when you are in the area.. Lots of thoughts from Christine McKenzie 5km past Fortrose

Christine McKenzie

Sad to hear of Philippa's passing, much too young. Condolences to all.

Denis and Pauline Harvey

I am so shocked to hear that you are no longer with us Pip. We have shared many plots and wines and affairs of the heart. You will always have a huge space in my heart my squirrely friend. Love to all of your family, Stephan & Damian. xxx

Marion Bottle

I was shocked to hear of the sudden passing of Pip. We have communicated via email for 20 years for work. My condolences to her family and friends. I will miss her efficiency and professionalism.

Debbie Haugh

Can't believe you've gone so soon, Pippa-Lou. You know I thought the world of you. Gonna miss your radiant smiley face at work and your wonderful humour and friendship. Love to Damian and Stefan and all your loved ones. Miss you already. Much love, Cath, your Secret Squirrel friend from old x x

Catherine Hanson-Friend

Absolutely gutted reading this today. My sincere condolences to all the Ayto and extended families.

Nick Northcoat

You are greatly missed Pip. Our love and thoughts are with Damian, Stefan, Sarah and all Pip's family and friends who are trying to come to terms with a Pip shaped hole in all our lives.

Sue Grant and family

We were deeply saddened to hear of the sudden passing of our colleague Pip. We will miss our communications with her via our teams' meetings and the many emails we exchanged. Our love and heartfelt condolences to the family at this sad and difficult time. May your many happy memories of Pip keep her close.

Care Co-Ordination and NASC Teams Dunedin Hospital

We will miss you Pip, your unique ,vibrant ,positive karisma ❤️❤️❤️ so very glad to have had the privilege of knowing you, fly high little dove .❤️

Darlene & Peter , Olympia & Jade
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