18 September 1939 – 25 February 2020
18 September 1939 – 25 February 2020
MURRAY, Janet Priscilla (nee Thorne):
Peacefully at Sunhaven Rest Home on Tuesday, 25 February 2020 aged 80. Dearly loved wife of the late Ian. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Bob, Craig & Marne, and Wendy. Adored Nana and Grandma of Dan, the late Tim, Alex and Kate. Loved big sister of the late Buster, Pat and Bob.
In preference to flowers donations to the GirlGuiding New Zealand would be appreciated and may be left at the service.
All messages to the Murray Family may be left on Janet’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/janet.
A service to celebrate Janet’s life will be held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel, 174 Lemon Street, New Plymouth on Saturday 29 February 2020 at 9:30am, followed by her burial at St Luke’s Cemetery, Bell Block.

Funeral service held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel
Craig n Marne, We are all very sorry for your loss of your dear mom. Shewill forever be in your hearts. Sendjng our love and condolences to the entire family.
The Guiding family in Taranaki is thinking of you all and all the wonderful years of service that Janet gave to our units and girls. Without people like her, girls wouldn't receive the opportunities they need in life and her knowledge, skills and continued effort was so very much appreciated. Thank you Janet for everything you did for our girls. She will be missed by everyone and we send our love and condolences to her family and friends. From the all the Guiding teams in Taranaki XXX Vicki Frewin Te Tai Hauāuru Regional Hub Coordinator
Dear Bob ,Dan and family , Grant and I are thinking of you at this sad time and sorry for your loss . We remember when Janet and Ian visited us on their trip down south all those years ago.May you feel a sense of peace at this time . love Fran and Grant
Perhaps they are not stars in the sky but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down to let us know they are happy
Craig Marne and Family: It is never easy saying "goodbye" to someone especially when that person was your mother, your friend, your confident, your cheer leader and life coach. Throughout your life you've captured photos, made recordings and created memories of life's most important events with "Mom". May all of the moments you've captured bring you love, comfort and joy as you celebrate Janet's life and the love she shared with you, your family and friends. It's so nice that you were able to make the long trip home to share this time with your family and friends.
Dear Craig & Marne, Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Sending you Love and Light during this difficult time. Craig: your mom lived a successful life... she raised a wonderful son and family. Love, Louise & Paul Stefansson Singapore
Craig and Marne, during this difficult time, may you find comfort in the many special memories of your mum that are yours to cherish. My sincere condolences to you and your family, Carol
Sending our love during this challenging time. We will watch the service tomorrow. Big hugs Wendy, Craig and Robert. Lisa xxx
We are sending our condolences to the Murray family during this challenging time. Craig and Marne, please know that you are in the thoughts of your Canadian friends while you are on your journey. Your mom is at rest now and reunited with your dad and family who have gone before her. We are sending our love and respects to your entire family and all of Janet's friends. Cindy & Glenn Winnipeg, Canada
Sending all of our love and prayers to you all during this difficult time. We hope your Mum is now at peace and found some comfort having you by her side. We will be thinking of you on Saturday. Lots of love and prayers, your St Mark's family.
Janet was a special cousin to the Harvey boys, their mothers being twins. We have very fond memories of Janet over the years, especially since she moved to Henwood Road and then into Bell Block. She overcame a horrendous cancer operation many years ago, yet still carried on so well until the last 2 years. She was devoted to the Guilding Movement and we thank Ruth for being her best friend and supporter over many years.We are pleased that we bought her MobilityScooter when she went into care. She will long be rememberd. Our very deepest sympathy to Robert, Craig, Wendy and their families.
As long time friends of Craig and Marne, we send our deepest sympathy and a thank you for having given us the opportunity to meet Janet and Ian on their trip to Canda. A wonderful mum that will be greatly missed.

Funeral service held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel

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