24 June 1951 – 21 July 2021
24 June 1951 – 21 July 2021
DOBSON, Susan Elizabeth (Sue):
Died peacefully at Te Rangimarie Hospice 21 July 2021. Loved mother of her boys Bryan, Stephen and Robert and mother-in-law of Jane and Nicky. Daughter of the late Bryan and Monica. Adored “Nana Sue” of Nikau, Marti and Liam. A cherished friend and “Super Sue” to many. A caring and hardworking nurse, always ready for a coffee and a gossip. She will be sadly missed by friends and family.
In preference to flowers please consider a donation to Hospice Taranaki which can be left at the service.
Messages to the Dobson Family may be left here on Sue’s tribute page.
A service to celebrate Sue’s life will be held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel, 174 Lemon Street, New Plymouth on Monday 26 July 2021 at 2pm followed by a private cremation.

Funeral service held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel
Sending much love and sympathy to Bryan, Stephen, Robert and families. Your Mum was always so incredibly proud of all of you. Hold on to all your wonderful memories. I will always be very thankful for all the love, kindness & support Sue Sue gave me and my boys over the years. Take care of each other. xx
My sincere condolences to the Dobson family. She had a big heart and was a wonderful lady. Very caring and always had time for everyone. A special person. RIP
A sincere thankyou from the Stewart family. Jacqui together with Sue and two other friends Alison and Moira formed a play group for their young children. When Jacqui became ill with dementia Sue organised day care for her by the three friends and later after Jacqui went into hospital care they provided after school care for young Alan.
I am so sorry to hear of Sue's passing. Sue was an amazing friend to me and a extraordinary nurse. When I was a new RN many years ago, she took me under her wing and offered me so much support, wisdom and kindness. Her determination to provide the best possible care (often going way above and beyond) is something I admired greatly and strive to achieve in my own nursing practice every day. She was always giving to others, and her fun, positive nature was contagious. As a friend she was so supportive and was there for me during some really tough times. I have so many wonderful memories of her and will cherish them forever. My deepest sympathies to all of the Dobson family.
To all the Family We are so sorry we cant get there to farewell Sue tomorrow We are forever grateful to you Sue for opening your door to Adam so far from home boarding at FDMC and wonderful times he had with Dobbo & all the crew & your special nuturing may you RIP
i last saw sue in 2002 when she was working at chalmers i was also working there always so bubbly and a great personality and a superb nurse just so caring i am sure she will be so missed by her family and friends Raewyn Vork
So very sad to hear of Sues passing. Fond memories of a happy, bubbly, friendly lady. My condolences to Sues boys, whom she adored.
So sorry to hear this news Robert our thoughts are with you all Sue was such a lovely lady. love from Barry Pauline Adam and Nicole Burns x
Thinking of you Rob, so sorry to hear the sad news. Lots of happy memories and laughs to remember your Mum by. Your 3B family is thinking of you ❤
So sorry to hear of Sue’s sudden passing. Gone too soon. Condolences to all her family. I’m sure she will be greatly missed. RIP Anne Vinkenvleugel (cousin)
You will always be in our thoughts. You will pop up in many day to day. conversations.
There will be a big gap at at our Christmas lunch this year, Sue. We will miss your smile and laugh, stories and listening ear. And your food !!! Our love to the family, Dobbo and Jane, Nikau and Marti , and Chris and Mark. And a big hug.
Sincere condolences on the loss of such a lovely caring mother, friend and nurse. I worked with Sue for many years and have such fond memories of fun times plus her yummy slices. RIP Sue
Our condelences to you Stephen and your brothers and families. it was lovely to catch up with your mum from time to time. She was a very proud mum to you boys. Iain and Maree Hood
Sincere Sympathy to you Rob and your siblings. Bronwyn Jenkins
gosh is it that long ago when you and aunty monica came and stayed with granny and grandad robinson. i rember it with fond memories. may you rest in peace , and our thoughts are with your family. Lesley, Karen, wayne, robinsons. Gisborne
You were a very kind n wonderful lady Sue. I remember the good times over the yrs from Barrett st, Base hospital n Maida Vale. and get togethers with your yummy cooking. Condolences to your boys n their familys. God Speed❤
so sad to hear of your passing condolences to the boys you were a brilliant lady Sue rest in peace
Sue you were one amazing lady. So caring of others and a wonderful nurse. You never complained as a patient yourself. So pleased to have shared fun times with you over the years. Thinking of you Sues boys at this tough time. Julie Muir
I will never forget the banana smoothies, strapping and constant reminders to rehydrate during all of those high school basketball tournaments Super Sue. And then the weekend drinks and hospitality at your place when the late night sausage rolls came out to help offset the beverages. RIP Super Sue, take care Bryan, Dobbo, Robert and families.
To Rob and the Dobson family, You'll be sadly missed Sue. Miss our chats and laughs. Such a memorable character to so many people. love Hayley, George, Darcy, Lilly & Emmett.
To Sue's beloved boys, she was so proud of you all. We will never forget her and the love she showed to our boys especailly in those growing teen years, her home was always open and unlike me she even cooked for the gatherings...Rest in peace Sue, one of lifes true treasures. Love Maree and Brent
Dear Robert and family , Our thoughts are with you at this time . regards Adele and Barry Brett
To Rob, Stephen, Bryan and your families , your darling Mum gave Nev and I so much love and support over the past 40 years.We were so lucky to have her freindship. I will never ever forget her kind and thoughtful ways. Rest easy now my dearest Sue til we meet again Jan xxx

Funeral service held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel

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