I am so sorry to hear of this loss! I only found out yesterday. Your Mum and I had many a good chat on ancestry and family. And when your Dad passed, I found her in the garden struggling. She will be happy to be with him, And I am sure she will be looking out over you all, as you were so dearly loved and important to her. Big Hugs De

Auntie Yvonne held so much of our family’s history, and she was always the one we could turn to for answers. My heartfelt condolences go out to her family in this difficult time, Thank you, Auntie Yvonne, for your love, your memories, and your guidance. Rest in peace. you will be deeply missed and forever fondly remembered. Xxxx

We are deeply saddened by the news of Yvonne's passing. She was a wonderful lady, a kind friend and a very respected colleague. Sincerest condolences from Margy, Don, Michelle & Karen Blanchard xxxx

I’m so sorry I couldn’t attend today to pay my respects to Mrs Kettle. I have so many happy memories as a teenager with Tanya at your house. Always full of happy noise!! Super grateful when your dear mum added me on Facebook and she loved all my posts of my grandchildren especially. Sending all the Kettle family my sincerest condolences for your sad loss of your mum. She really was an amazing person and a true matriarch. Rest easy lovely lady 💫💐

Thinking of you all at this heartbreaking time loosing your dear mum. Yvonne will always hold a special place in my heart , Love aunty Trish xx

"What a wonderful celebration of your mum's life. It truly honored who she was, and she would be so proud of you all ,sending hugs and love to you xoxooxxox

I love you and miss you. I will miss the staircase with the photos, learning and playing piano with you (In the Mood and Chopsticks), and Everytime I eat a Jelly Bean, Scorched Almonds or MacIntosh Toffee I will remember hot summers in New Plymouth and a safe house in an unsafe world. There's more to say but I'll tell you after the funeral....love Tash

Aunty was always my grounding force. Listened and gave advice sometimes without being asked lol She loved telling stories of her childhood and of the early days of her own parenthood. It was always a pleasure to spend time with her when in taranaki for work. I will miss our special moments always Love you forever Jenny x

A strong, loving and beautiful human that I had the pleasure of calling Nanna x I will miss seeing your face, hearing your laugh or your voice when you point out that "Tori is in the biscuit tin again" but I find comfort in knowing that i will always be able to feel your warmth and remember the memories we shared as a family. You were a strong presence in many people's lives, always gave and never expected. I am so grateful to have had the time I had with you. We all love you Nanna xx

Yvonne was a genuine good sort and loyal. She never forgot our Mum on her birthday or Xmas. And what a wonderful time she organised for Lesley, Hannah and myself a couple of years ago with extended whānau. It was a great day for the Kettles. Moe Mai Rā Aunty

To the family, Sorry to hear the loss of Aunty Yvonne She always remembered my mother Gloria every Christmas and that showed to me what a special person she was. She is now at peace and with Uncle Errol. My condolences, Cousin Stephen(Dave Kettle's son)

Richard, Scharleen and family - please accept our loving sympathy at this very sad time. ❤️ Ivan & Lorraine Morris

Nanna (Mrs Kettle), It's impossible to put into words what you meant to us. You were the heart of our family, always ready with a story, a laugh or a warm hug. The memories you've given us are a gift we will treasure forever. We will miss your smile, your voice, and the way you made everyone feel welcome and loved. Thank you for every memory, every lesson, and every moment we shared. Rest peacefully, Nanna. You will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten. ❤️ Love you always.

I never got the chance to meet you, but my sister Kim always spoke highly of you. Thank you for always making her feel included in your family and never failing to send her good morning texts. She never got the chance to grow up around you, but you always welcomed her with open arms when she came to Taranaki. So thank you again Yvonne, for loving my sister deeply. You will forever be remembered & you will be greatly missed 💖 sending love to the Kettle whanau 💖

Sending you all love and hugs xx

Yvonne will be dearly missed by so many and I am so grateful to have had her in my life, she welcomed me and my children into the family and always showed us love and kindness and I will miss hearing her stories, now at peace and watching over all of us x

Sending our condolences and love on the sad loss of your dear Mother.

A truly wonderful lady .Was so welcoming and such a hard working lady .Thank you for being the highlight of Charmaine's day with your lovely text messages

My deepest condolences family, you were truely blessed with your Mumma. Sending love to you all 💕💕

So very sad that Yvonne has gone. She was so special to so many people and always happy to welcome them into her world. Will be sadly missed. Huge hugs to all of the family ❤️