Paula Mary Short

28 June 1956 – 25 October 2023

Paula passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family after a short battle with cancer.

She will be missed dearly by her husband and best friend Roger, children Caleb and Susan, Renee and Kenny, Callan and Sophie, and Richard. She was a proud Oma to Mila, Jasper and Ella.

 So dearly loved, So sadly missed

Tributes

Roger Our thoughts and Aroha are with you at this really sad time. You have lost your darling Paula, your best mate. We hope the good memories see you through the coming months. To Caleb Renee Callan and Sophie your Mum was so proud of you all and your partners. You brought her so much joy. It was always lovely to catch up on the streets and hear what you were all achieving in your lives. Know that Paula will be watching over you all and her little ones. Paula, thank you for being the person who welcomed my Rhonda into Kindy, when I first had to learn how to let go of my child and trust in others to care for them. You made the transition so much easier and I will forever be grateful, and to be able to talk about our positions later in life at different kura..oh the stories we could tell. Rest in so much love and peace Paula.

Shirley and Pat Tickelpenny

My thoughts have been with you all today. What a beautiful tribute to such a special lady. Moe mai ra Paula. Ka aroha hoki

Holly

May you RIP Paula . Condolences to your family and friends.

Linda Green

A beautiful service for a wonderful lady. To Roger, Caleb, Callan and Sophie - my heartfelt thoughts to you all. And to my dear friend Renee (and Kenny) - sending you both all my love as I think of what a wonderful legacy and friend Paula has left behind. Love always, Kris

Kris Taute

Dearest Roger,Caleb,Renee,Callan and Sophie and the extended family, I was so sad to hear of Paula's passing. May your thoughts in your awake times and sleep times be filled with knowing you were the most important people in her life. The memories that you will hold dear to you for ever more will help you get through ....Paula was the piece that completed your jigsaw...she was kind, loving and respected. My love to you all Sarah🕊🕊🕊

Sarah Williams

Only have to look in at your kids to see the kind of person you were. May you rest easy Paula xx

Taryn

You are going to be so sorely missed. Thank you for everything you have done for me and my daughter, I can't thank you enough. Thank you for raising such beautiful children, all who I have had something do to with and are nothing short of amazing. We love you mumma Paula and will miss you so much. Your memory, legacy and love lives on through your family. I will miss our catch ups when you come into work, and the sneaky fudge you bring hehe. Gone way too soon Paula, I wish there was more we could have done. Love Janelle xoxo

Janelle bean

Such a beautiful soul inside and out, much love and strength to your family Paula to get through the difficult days 💖 Shine bright like the amazing woman you are x

Anna

The loss of a loved one is a terrible burden to bear. My thoughts are with the family during this difficult time.

Bill Wilson

Our deepest sympathy to you all on the loss of your loved Wife, Mother and Oma. May she rest in peace.

The family of the late Bill and Myra Short, Waiuku

We are so sorry to hear of dear Paula’s passing. Beautiful memories of a loving and loved lady. We had some good times in our catch ups and Paula always had the best humour and advice. Sending love to all the family . Kind regards, Alison Bullick and Gregg Sanderson.

Alison Bullick
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