19 September 1954 – 9 July 2026
19 September 1954 – 9 July 2026
Sylvia Margaret Grindlay
On 9th July 2026, at Wellington Regional Hospital, aged 71 years.
Dearly loved wife of Murray.
Loved mother of Rachel and Jason. Sister of Robert, Brian, Dennis and Ron Hooper.
"Away from the body and at home with the Lord."
Special thanks to the staff of Ward 7 at Wellington Hospital for their recent care of Sylvia.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Global Connections in Mission would be appreciated and may be made online at www.gc3.org.nz.
A service for Sylvia will be held at the Cockburn St Chapel, cnr of Cockburn St and Onepu Rd, Kilbirnie, Wellington on Wednesday 15 July 2026 at 10.00am, thereafter burial at Mākara Cemetery.
To livestream Sylvia’s service or leave a tribute please visit www.hcfh.co.nz.

Funeral service held at Cockburn Street Chapel
I was deeply moved by this beautiful service and heartfelt tributes from family and friends. They honoured Sylvia's life, encouraged everyone else, and brought glory to God. I am thankful to have had the opportunity to join Murray and Sylvia for worship and bible study. Quentin
Dear Murray and extended family, We watched the beautiful service for Sylvia a lovely celebration for very giving woman. Her faithfulness to our Lord was outstanding. May the Lord comfort you all as you grieve your loss Stan and Helen Rolston ' relative.
To Murray and family I wish to express our sympathy on your loss of a loving wife and mother. May she RIP. From Despina and Diana Unable to attend as am getting over Covid

Funeral service held at Cockburn Street Chapel

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