Mrs Iris Valma Bowden
3 April 1931 – 7 September 2025
Mrs Iris Valma Bowden
3 April 1931 – 7 September 2025
Bowden, Iris Valma (nee Dain)
Passed away peacefully on 7th September 2025 aged 94 years. Cherished wife of the late Arnold Bowden. Will be sadly missed but always remembered by her Children John, Barri and Penny. Mother-in law to Sylvia, Paul and Sandie. Nana to Jamie (deceased), Talia, Russell, Heather and Martin. Grandy to Yves, Rebecca, James and Jack.
A Service to celebrate and remember Iris’s life will be held at Legacy Funerals, Papamoa at 11am on Saturday 25th October 2025.
We would like to thank all the staff and management at Papamoa Beach Village Care Home for their exemplary and compassionate care.
Communications to Iris’s family can be directed to her Son John via email, john@silbo.co.nz
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Funeral service held at Legacy Pāpāmoa
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Condolences to my friends John, Sylvia and your entire family. A lovely memorial, beautiful stories, photos and music. Rest in Peace with your beloved husband, Iris. With love ❤️
I'll always remember Iris fondly. she would appear always well dressed. kind and compassionate. and could throw back those gins till the sun came up
I remember Aunty Iris as one who always had time for us youngsters. She was a great listener and later when I lived in England never failed to send Christmas cards with a note to catch me up with the goings on of my cousins. Rest in Peace Aunty Iris love from Bev and Brian xxx
Dear Aunty Iris, such a loving and gentle soul. Will miss your gorgeous smile. Rest in peace love Lissa and Tony ❤️
My mum and best friend. I will miss our daily chats and interesting conversations. Thank you for all the support and unconditional love. ❤️
Best Mum Ever
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Funeral service held at Legacy Pāpāmoa
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