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Eileen Ruth "Jill" DOWNING

Eileen DOWNING Obituary

Passed away peacefully at Nelson Hospital on Sunday, July 27, 2025. Dearly loved wife of Tom, and the most beloved and devoted Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother. Jill's kindness, strength, and warmth touched the lives of all who knew her, and she will be deeply missed. A memorial service to celebrate Jill's life will be held at Stoke Elim Church, Nelson, on Friday, August 1, at 2.00pm.


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Published by Nelson Mail on Jul. 29, 2025.

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Barbara Newton

Yesterday

So sorry Tom and family to hear of the lovely Jill's passing She was a good friend and the fun we had playing Badminton, golf and latterly indoor bowls together.

Nicki morris

Yesterday

Our sincere condolences to the Downing Family . We have great childhood memories of Neale Ave and our parents friendship . Jill was just the most loveliest of ladies .
Our deepest sympathy
Pete , Andrea,Nicola Smith @39

Chris&Jan Moresby

Yesterday

Our love & sympathy are with you Tom & family.
Jill´s beautiful smile remains in our hearts. May God Bless you.
Chris & Jan Moresby

Denise Gridley

July 30, 2025

Thinking of you Tom and family. Jill was a special lady and welcomed me into their we patch of paradise

Bob and Chris Harvey

July 30, 2025

We are saddened to hear of Jill's passing and our heartfelt prayers and sympathy go out to Tom and family today. She will be greatly missed. May God's peace, comfort and love surround you all at this time. We rejoice when we know our loved one is with the Lord now, but we miss them here on earth.
Blessings, Bob & Christine Harvey

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