Mum To my dearest Ma, Writing this is one of the hardest things I've known. My heart is so heavy with the pain of losing you. Although we all knew this day would come, nothing quite prepares you for the feeling that grief can bring to you. You left us to rest and find peace, with your family by your side, surrounded by love. I now look back on a life we shared together and am thankful for the memories we made as a family, mother and grandmother. Your bright, caring and cheeky humour will be missed but am sure has been passed onto your kids and grandkids. I will always hold you forever in my heart and try to be a good parent to my kids as you were to me. Rest in peace Ma, you will always be with us. x

Love to Lois Those we love remain with us for love itself lives on and cherish memories never fade because a loved on is gone Those we love can never be more than a thought apart for as long as there is memory they'll live on in our heart Love you lots Jools

Star Gran We are sending a dove to heaven with a parcel on it's wings be careful when you open it it's full of beautiful things inside are a million kisses wrapped up in a million hugs to say how much we miss you and to send you all our love We hold you close within our hearts and there you will remain to walk with us throughout our lives until we meet again Love you forever Carly & Jamie

Grans Wings Gran, I wonder where you keep your wings. Are they hung in your closet with the rest of your things? Do you put them away and just use them at night? Or give them to Rosie to polish up bright? I know you must have wings for this must be true cos God always gives them to angels just like you. Lots of love Jamie

A light went out on earth for me, the day we said goodbye and on that day a star was born, the brightest in the sky reaching through the darkness with it's rays of purest white lighting up the heavens as it once lit up my life with beams of love to heal the broken heart you left behind where always in my memory you lovely star will shine. Love Carly x

What a fitting tribute for Aunty Lois yesterday. A very sad loss for family and friends. Lois had a warm, welcoming personality, she valued family and you always felt that she was pleased to see you. My earliest memories are of her coming to the house in Kina Road and I had the pleasure of being a flowergirl at her wedding in the 1960s. We caught up occasionally and she loved to talk about what you kids were doing. She was very proud of you all. You are all a fine testament to her loving, nurturing ways. May she live on in your hearts. Kia Kaha Christine

Aunty Lois was warm and fun and always greeted me so lovingly. It was obvious today what a strong and loving family you all are and a credit to her. It was also clear how many Baylis traits run through us all - games, cards, cars, not taking life too seriously and animals. Hopefully Lois is up there with Dad and the rest of the Baylis clan all telling a good story.

Condolences to Lois’s family, a wonderful lady now at rest, Susan & Chris Thom

Thanks so much for this link and the opportunity to be a part of your mum's farewell. Craig.

My deepest sympathy to Lois’ family. Although we didn’t really keep in touch, whenever we met over the years we would always have a good catch up and laugh together when we did meet. She was always so proud of her children. You must have many happy memories to help comfort you. Sorry I can’t be there today but I am thinking of you.

So sorry for your lose. I worked with Lois in the telephone exchange Opunake. We had lots of fun times and partied outside working hours. . Rest in RIP lovely lady. You are now out of pain Until we meet again. Jill Corbett (nee Henderson)

It is with heavy hearts that we are saying goodbye to our much loved Lois. Always happy with a heart of gold. It was such a pleasure to visit and be greeted with ‘hello darling’ and a big hug. The last few years have been a challenge but she always bounced back and got on with life. Her love for her family was immense. So many lovely memories. Goodbye darling. Rest in love ❤️ Diane and John and family x x

To the loving family of Lois. Our love and thoughts are with you at this time. To Glenda and John we are sorry we are not there to provide the extra love and support at this time. You have both been incredible in your undevoted time, care and love during Lois time of need. Sending lots of hugs and love from the Nell's

Our deepest sympathy to you all in the sad passing of Lois. She was always interested in what was happening. She enjoyed a good laugh and had a lovely smile! We hope she is now driving forever in her dream sports car with her favourite music playing! RIP Lois love Marg n Paul

Annie, Glenda, Paula and Steve Auntie Lois you lived a life filled with laughter, happiness, and two great loves: your BMW convertible sports car and your kids. Your BMW was a symbol of your zest for adventure and freedom. Your laughter was infectious and you were always happy to see anyone and everyone. I always enjoyed the chats they were always bloody funny and entertaining. I think Auntie Lois taught us all to embrace life with enthusiasm and to find joy in the simple things. Rest in peace, Auntie Lois. (The end of that chapter in the Baylis era) I will miss that cheeky smile but your memories will always inspire me to live life to the fullest, just as you did.

To our dear friend Andrea and to all the family of Lois, We send our love and condolences to you all in your sad loss and as you celebrate the life of your beloved Mum, Gran, Great Granny at her funeral tomorrow. We’re so pleased to have met her when she visited Australia and we enjoyed her fun, loving nature and her obvious deep love of all her precious family. I have a special memory of Lois sparkling as she entertained us at the piano over afternoon tea! What fun she was. We’re thinking of you all and sending much love. XXX Steven, Alison, Geoff

To Lois’s family and friends we send our Deepest sympathy. We remember Lois as a caring loving person who always made anybody of any age feel comfortable talking to her. We have very happy memories of family gathering we had together while on holidays. Fondest love Win Ray Adrian Mandy Brendon and Sonyer Jenkins Melbourne.

Lois you will be truly missed by all. You were always smiling, happy for a chat, humorous, loving and made everyone in the room feel so welcome. Thank you for all the great memories during the time I have known you. From letting me drive your precious Z4 while exploring the Naki, seeing your face light up with joy when you noticed a cat or dog nearby, taking Mac or Blake out in the CRV for a run, visiting you in New Plymouth and being spoilt with amazing food and hospitality. My plate would be empty and your plate would still be full because you were too busy having chat. You nicknamed our unborn son Cornflake and that name stuck until he was born. We are so glad you got to see him over Facetime chats. We will always remind him of how cool his super Gran was. Rest in peace Lois, gone but not forgotten x

Gran (I don’t think you ever let me call you Lois, so you were Gran to me too!) you will be so missed by everyone. I will never forget all the amazing trips Kelly and I had when we came to stay with you in New Plymouth. From cafe visits to your favourite McFarlanes, swims and dinner at marbles while you won at the pokies. The trip I remember the most is when you surprised us with surf lessons! You were the epitome of cool Gran. Kelly was so lucky to have you as her Gran and I know she will forever treasure all the amazing memories she has. Love Brianna xx

To the Gillbanks family,sorry to here about Lois passing I worked with Lois at the telephone exchange in Opunake around the1970s it was a great team then with so many memories coming back. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Mike OHanlon. Mandurah Western Australia.

Dear Lois, Thank you so much for welcoming me into your family and for allowing me (reluctantly) to take Andrea, Kelly and Luke to live in Australia. I look back fondly on your last visit when we managed to pack so many wonderful memories into just a few short weeks. You were always fun to be around, and your sense of humour never left you, even near the end you had a smile on your face and the same refreshing way of saying what ever was on your mind. Andrea takes after you in so many ways and for that I am very grateful. You were a loving Gran always patient and generous with your time. All our children were lucky to have your influence in their lives. I will miss your presence in our family. Love Mike

To my precious Mum You've finally gone to Heaven You really didn't want to leave us Despite your pain and discomfort you stayed far longer than we expected and let us create many more beautiful memories to comfort us No matter how you felt since your brain tumour was diagnosed you always greeted everyone with that beautiful smile Apart from the day you were going to call the police if we didn't get you out of Althorp Your humour gave us great joy and many stories to share with our friends We have masses of photos and videos to view, to remind us forever of you You became a Great Gran or Super Gran as you liked to be known We will cherish the moment you met Jake, your eyes lit up and you tried to stroke him through the phone, you were so delighted While you may not be here, Jake will always know who you were We will share our memories with him and let him know how special you were God I hate saying that word 'we're'! Farewell Mum, your kids and grandkids were your life You loved us with a passion, thank you for that Rest in peace my beautiful Mum Until we meet again Love Annie xx

To Andrea, Glenda, Paula, and Steven and all your families. Sending you, presently from the U.K, our caring thoughts and condolences in your deep and sad loss of Lois, your much loved Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Remembering with pleasure and respect some good times shared in the past and thinking of you all in your sorrow. Love and Kind Regards, Selma, Ray and family.

Lois. You will be so missed by your family and friends. I remember being a little apprehensive prior to our first meeting. By the end of the evening I knew we’d be friends. You raised a lovely family who I also have the pleasure of knowing and was part of for a while and who I think of as friends too. You’re a lovely person. Sleep in peace. John

My condolences to Andrea, Glenda, Paula, Steven and your families on the passing of Lois.I have fond memories when I would visit Lois, Allan and Steve in London for a bath, bed and roast dinner - a backpackers delight. Lois was a slow eater and definitely no competition for me who literally inhaled her cooking - so embarrassing and funny. We also went on tour together in Ireland - that was lots of laughs too. Granma Lois was well loved for all her fun and adventures. RIP Lois. Sending love to you all. Jennyx

Lois (Auntie), my friend ! Where do I start. I was 18 when I met you in 1974 at the Opunake Toll Exchange. I was pretty brash back then and boy did you let me know it !! But…we developed a strong and long lasting friendship. You took me in and made me one of yours, as you did with many others. Whenever you were around there was love and laughter. Nights spent in the Club Hotel. You and me drinking raspberry and lemonade (occasionally!! ), but with the right people and atmosphere what fun we had. Driving round Opunake in your Mark 1 Cortina, in 2nd gear, kids in the back seat, all of us eating ice creams. You chasing me outside after i threw cold water over you while you were in the bath. What must the Rangitawa’s have thought 😂. So many memories Lois. More latterly visits to Althorp and reminiscing. Your beautiful girls have grown into beautiful women, a credit to you. You will be missed by so many Lois. The world was so much better with you in it. Go in love my friend and have a drink with Margie. I will always miss you ❤️

Love and Condolences to Andrea, Glenda, Paula, Steven and families. What a great job your mother did in raising you all, mostly on her own and while working. To all of her Grandchildren, Gran just loved you all to bits. To her new little Great Grandson who she never got to meet in person, your Super Gran would have spoiled you rotten. To Sal & family, Mudder loved you like another daughter. Mum Gran Mudder was so proud of you all. To Lois, thank you for all the wonderful times and experiences we had together and for allowing me into your wonderful family. Rest in Peace Lois Allan

I was so sorry to hear about Lois but glad that she is at peace. Lois was a lovely lady, full of life, sassy, flirty and fun. She was fabulous company and I always enjoyed catching up with her with Andrea. Lots of love to the family because I know how much of a gap Lois will have now left in your lives. We won’t forget you Lois xxx