Catharine SALMON Obituary

Catharine you are one of two people who are true inspirations in my life. So intelligent, so encouraging. I'm where I am because of you.

Many thanks from Catharine's family for the beautiful tributes you have shared with us.

We welcome those that would like to attend her Celebration of Life at 2:30pm on Sunday 4th June at Fairfield House to RSVP using the link below:

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Dear Catharine. You were an incredible teacher and human. I´m so pleased to have been on the receiving end of your wisdom and knowledge. You will be sadly missed. Sending love to your family and all the people who loved you.xxx

Catharine was a blithe spirit who assisted me hugely during musical productions at Waimea College way back in the 70s.As others have alluded, the scope of her expertise and care were not solely focused on set design or lighting plots. She intervened on numerous occasions to calm ruffled feathers of divas, quietly suggest alternatives to the producer and calm jittery music director. May she sleep well. She certainly deserves it. Doug Hill.

An exceptional art teacher, with a great enthusiasm and depth of technical knowledge. Catharine would never say "I don't know" if asked about something, she would go away and research it and come back with answers. More importantly, she was kind, warm, genuine, intelligent, and compassionate. She made a huge impact on my learning and eventual graduation, and on the lives of many others over the years at NMIT. My condolences to her family and loved ones.

Sending my sympathy and love at the loss of Catharine.
She has had a hugely positive impact on so many people .
I was briefly a student at NMIT and she was so even handed ,kind and supportive to us .
Her calm and thoughtfulness ,her considered words spoke volumes about her .
May the special memories you hold bring comfort as you grieve the harder ones .

Catharine was such a kind and generous teacher. I only have memories of her laughing and smiling, even when us students would be driving her up the wall. We were all so fortunate to have learned from her.

My heart goes out to you all at this time. This was such a shock to read.
I will treasure all of the wonderful times - the conversations that we shared together over the years whilst I was part of your whanau looking after Toshi and Morgana.
Thinking of you all, lots of love
Kaylene

Catharine was an inspiration to everyone she met. I started working with Catharine in the Arts department of NMIT in 2011 where she welcomed me into the team with the most embrasing, encouraging and loving way. I quickly realised that this was just her way, and that she would pour the same amount of time and energy into every student she encountered. She would nurture her students from their first day in class, right through to them graduating. Her passion for art and teaching was only equaled by the passion she had for her family. She would proudly tell stories about her children, while beaming with pride and love. Catharine's zeal for life was infectious and she was always there for anyone who needed her. I'm honoured to have had Catharine in my life as I know many are.
May God's blessings be on the family at this time and may Catharine's joy and legacy forever be in the lives of her family for generations to come.

very sad to hear of Catharine passing .She was a kind, great teacher at NMIT, R.I.P Catharine.
from Berill Michelsen

Wished I'd seen her again since art school, Catharine has a special place in my heart, such a dedicated, passionate and kind painting teacher.

Catherine and I both worked at NMIT in different departments so I knew her to wave and smile to each other. One magical night many years ago we sat on a couch at a party and talked for over 2 hours. We learnt so much about each other, our families, our loves, our choices, our beliefs. At the end we hugged and spoke of how great it was that we had connected. Perhaps Catherine was like that with everyone but I have always had ( and will continue to have) a special place in my heart for her.
I am blessed to have met her and to have known a little about her
I am very sad for your loss but she will live on in her family I have no doubt. Maree

So Sad to read this news...
Condolences to Catherines family...
I have Special Memories of our friendship, when Catherine was an art teacher at Waimea College...

Heather Steer...

Sending lots of love to you Guy and your children in the loss of a much loved wife mother and friend. She was a treasure. I worked with Catharine at NMIT for 30 years. She was much loved by staff and students past and present.