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Evelyn MARSH Obituary
The family of Nellie wish to advise that, after 97 years of determined, spirited living, Nellie blew her final whistle on Sunday evening, with family nearby, and peacefully ran out of puff, off into the unknown "for her to know and us to find out". Ever-faithful wife of Don Marsh* (d. 1979), loved mother and mother-in-law of Norman and Leeann; Lendon Marsh and Debra Thompson; and Trevor Marsh*, special grandmother of Michelle and Paul Lyon (UK); Nathan, Brodie, and Keiran Marsh; Kahn and Courtney Thompson (Australia); and Brooke Thompson (Australia), doting great-grandmother (known as GG) to Owen and Thea Lyon (UK), and Hunter and Emelia Thompson (Australia), and friend of Barbara Marsh. The family extends heartfelt thanks to the wonderful team at Ranui, led by their very own Florence Nightingale, Pip Wilson, and all her amazing angels for their compassion, dedication, and patience in caring for Nellie over the past two months. Grateful thanks also to the team at the Roxburgh Medical Centre for keeping her patched up and mobile over the years, allowing her to remain at home for as long as possible, and to the staff at Dunstan Hospital for their care and support during the last twelve months. Fondly remembered by all her nieces and nephews, especially Barbara Walker, Leone Beatson, and cousins Keith and Kay Michie, Barbara Muir, and Ivan Geeves. Special friend to Judith Omond, Alison Joyce, and Pat Holmes; and friend to Cliff* and Lyn Parker. A private cremation has taken place. A gathering of family and friends for the interment of her ashes at Ettrick will be held at a later date. Messages to Norman Marsh, 3497 Fruitlands–Roxburgh Road, RD1 Roxburgh. 9571 (*denotes deceased).
Memories and Condolences
for Evelyn MARSH
15 Entries
Gerry and Denise Shaw
March 28, 2026
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Richard and Wendy Turner
March 27, 2026
Condolences to Nellie Marsh's family and friends as we say goodbye to Nellie. A life well lived and her many talents shared throughout her long life. Rest in peace Nellie.
Helen couling
February 3, 2026
The the Marsh boys and families - I have fond memories of `Mrs Marsh´ in our Ettrick days (apologies for the late acknowledgement )
A life well lived and a huge part of the Ettrick community I remember back when I was so much younger .
Kindest regards
Helen Couling
Pat and John Kerr
January 15, 2026
Nellie defied description: she was unique. A long life well lived. A smile well used. May you all be comforted as you recall your many wonderful experiences with her. Sincere sympathy to you all in your loss. Pat and John Kerr
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Murray Swain
December 23, 2025
So sad to hear of Nellies passing.
What a amazing lady.
She has a special place in my heart with her love and joy that Nellie gave to everyone who knew her.
I was only a fruit picker but Nellie looked after me like one of her own.
And would never forget your name if you called in to see her down by the river, amazing memory rest in peace
Nellie, you deserve it.
Pam Jeffery (nee Johnson)
December 16, 2025
I was very sad to read of Nellies'passing.
Nellie was wonderful to me when she was relief teaching at Millers Flat school and as netball coach.
We kept in touch all those years and I was able to tell her how much she was appreciated, often.
I will remember her delightful laugh and zest for life.
Condolences to her family,Nellie touched many lives with her kindness
Rowena Panting
December 16, 2025
Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss of a loved mother and grandmother. Being an ex Millers Flat girl I knew the Marsh family very well, as picked strawberries there for a number of years. Regards Rowena Panting(née Reichel)
Dawn Sell
December 14, 2025
Our thoughts are with you all what amazing age 97 wow that is so cool im a cuz, I'm Dawn married to lindsay sell we live at Winton Hedghope highway 63 if your ever down would love to meet you all or ph 0274449943.
Cherie Thompson
December 14, 2025
So sorry to hear of the passing over of "Mrs Marsh" who used to be a substitute teacher for us a RDHS in Roxburgh!! Was especially wonderful in strawberry season :) Mrs Marsh was very respected and loved by us children, she always had wonderful stories to share and was a very loving and caring Lady of whom I have the fondest memories...Cherie-Louise Thompson
Mary Ellen Grant
December 12, 2025
My deepest condolences to all the family. Such an iconic lady. Will be missed
Greg Slade
December 12, 2025
Nellie. We have so many great memories of visits with you at the orchard and the crib.
Lots of laughs , cups of tea and apple cake.
Rest in Peace.
Much love from Greg, Leighan, Jenna and Avah x
Reid Family Invercargill
December 11, 2025
Fond memories of Nellie Marsh and delightful strawberry picking expeditions circa 1977
Colin & Val McGregor
December 10, 2025
We are sorry to hear o the loss of your mother. Our thoughts are with you. Colin & Val McGregor
Judith May
December 10, 2025
Childhood great memories of those big strawberry patches and " on the courts"- Nellie - you were always there for us all - your happy place, to guide us to better things. Judith May. X Millers Flat.
December 13, 2025
Loved daughter of Olive and Len Shaw, loved sister and sister-in-law of Ray and Yvonne, Len and Nancy, Jessie Doherty, and Len Doherty (all deceased).
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