Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time Irwin, Michelle and Aaron and families. It's those treasured memories each one of us has of Jill, that will keep her with us.

My darling Jilly, We have been through some tough times together, haven't we? You have been a listening ear, a shoulder to cry on and an amazingly loyal and beautiful friend. You have watched my darling daughter grow up, and me too! What would I have done without you in my darkest days? Your friendship and beautiful heart is something I will never forget. That day you asked me to bring my clippers... Oh how I cried knowing that I was removing your glorious head of hair that was always immaculate. You chain smoked, I cried, but off it came. And still, you looked beautiful. Together we chose your "new" hair. Your courage and strength, I was in awe of you. On Wednesday we did our last "plucked chook" together, it was an honour to do this for you. Jilly, I will miss you so very much, and you will always, always have a very special place in my heart. Forever.

Dearest Jill, Thank you for the memories and being such a big part of them in the performing arts and in the whole town, such a special lady. Love Claudia.

JILL WHAT A PLEASURE TO HAVE KNOWN OF YOU ALL THESE MANY YEARS HAPPY DANCING DAYS AT TFDA COMPETIONS WE EACH HAD A DAUGHTER CALLED MICHELLE AND THEY ENJOYED EACH OTHERS COMPANY TO YOU ALWAYS GREETED EDDIE AND MYSELF LIKE A LONG LOST FRIEND AS YOUR LOVELY DAUGHTER DOES TODAY YOU WILL BE SO MISSED BY SO MANY JILL WE WILL MISS YOUR LOVELY SMILE XXELSIE EDDIE

To Irwin and Family and Graeme, Joan and Family. Sincerest Sympathy at the passing of such a vibrant and fun loving lady. Lots of memories of Auroa days!!! Love Bev and Andy Davy

To Irwin and family, Graeme and Joan, I'm so sorry to hear of Jill's passing. My sincere condolences.

A gorgeous Queen for sure and Jill's huge cheery smile and humour would always just lift up everyone's spirits in her presence. Sincere condolences Irwin and to all your family in your very sad loss.

Dear Irwin, Michelle, Aaron and families, so very sorry to learn of Jill's passing, great memories of 'dancing' days with Jill and Michelle. You will have a treasure chest of wonderful memories of such a lovely and fun lady and I'm sure Jill will always be with you.

Jill, how do we say a final goodbye to someone like you? A bright light has gone out. We will all miss you very, very much. Remembering the fun we had together over the years, you laughing and always seeing the best in everything even when things and people put some sort of stumbling block in the way ---- you always found a simple solution and things always turned out right in the end. You have left a lovely legacy, your family will keep the traditions and will always remember what is important in their lives. We will keep a check on your Irwin and your extended loved ones to help make things a little easier now that you are not here. Heaven will be good to you. We know you have helped a lot of people throughout your life. Save a fluffy cloud for all of us to sit and chat about times gone by and the things we all enjoyed together. The world is no longer the same now you have left us but we will keep the faith and will hear your great funny laughter from where ever you are. Love you always and miss you already. We send our love and will be with you and your family tomorrow. Elaine and Llew.

Thanks Jilly for being such a friend and inspiration for 43 years. Condolences Irwin and your family Mike Powell

Jilly, what a wonderful life you have led touching so many lives from many walks of life. Your humour, kindness, artist talents, so many young people have been touched by you through ballet and will always remember their journey with you. Our families have been friends for all our lives. You will be sadly missed by those around you and afar. The family in Australia send their love your family and we are sad we cannot be there today but will be there in spirit via the live stream. Dance through the stars and spread your joy there in the heavens. Love from the Lester and Gribble Family

Dearest Jilly, Thank you for being who you are, such a loyal loving friend over the past 40 years, I will miss you so much. We have shared the highs and lows of life together. Laughed and cried together, then had another wine together!! We have sung, acted and played the fool together. Ran a Tour Company together which brought people together. There have been so many "togethers" in our lives. You always burst into a room, full of life and laughter! Your whisper was always "loud". Your hugs the best!! Your kindness and caring will be missed not just by me but by so many others. Goodbye my friend. Love you Viv XXXX

To Irwin and family. We join with you all to celebrate the life of Jill. She was always a joy to be with at any Hooper family occasion. She brought a sense of fun and life with her at all times. As Hooper decendants we share a unique bond. Your Grandfather Herbert and my mother Eleanor (Girlie) were brother and sister. Thus we feel for you all at this time. Please accept our love and support. Rich and Marg

Dear Irwin, Michelle, Ross, Jade & Cory, I am so sorry to hear of Jill's passing. Your family hold a dear part in my heart & I will be thinking of you all on Sunday & in the coming months. We always knew we were in trouble when Jill showed up to class but she always whipped us into shape & we knew it came from a place of love. I had the upmost respect for her & she will be missed. Lots of love, Dee

To Irwin and family, Our condolences to you all, We are very sad to hear the passing of Jill, we have very fond memories of Jill through the Auroa days. Our thoughts and prays are with you all. Helena & John Goodin

To Irwin and family We are saddened to hear of Jill's passing. She will be sadly missed. Greg and Raewyn Brady.

Dear Irwin, Michelle, Aaron and Families. Thinking of you at this sad time. Jill was such a vibrant and fun lady who was loved by many. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May your memories comfort you through your time of grief. xx

Our condolences Irwin, Michelle, Aaron and families, We have many fond memories dating back to the Rama Road days. Our thoughts are with you all. To state the obvious, Jill was one special lady and we are all richer for having known her. Big hugs to you all. Murray & Judy.

To Michelle,Ross,Irwin and families Our thoughts are with you all at this time and coming weeks . Lots of wonderful memories from Hawera Rep and Dance competitions throughout Taranaki. Lots of love Adele and Barry

My Condolence to Irwin, Michelle, Aaron, and all the very loved grand children, on the passing of dear Jill. It was such a pleasure to have known her especially in the dressing room at the competitions, wonderful memories.