Gillian CLAYTON Obituary

So sorry to hear this Shane. Thank you for letting us know. It was so lovely to catch up with you both earlier this year. Gill and I had our babies together and I´ve always thought she was one of the loveliest and most inspirational people I´ve had the pleasure of knowing. Our thoughts are with you and Jonathan.

Shane, Jono and whanau,
What a privilege it was to attend Gills farewell / celebration of life yesterday.
What a fine time you gave us all with your beautiful sharing of so much love for a woman who lived her life with such aroha.
I think I may have been the person present who knew Gill the longest (65 years).
We grew up together in Hector and I lived at the other end of the street that the Woollett homestead still stands.
My mother Helen Stack taught at Granity School with Gills mum Helen.
I have recently retired from teaching myself here in Whakatu so knew Helen in a variety of roles....I will always remember her tangi @ Wasbourn Gardens.
My sister attended Rangi Ruru with Gill and they shared that gruelling trip to and fro between Otautahi / Christchurch and Hector for school holidays.
I noticed I featured in a couple of those slideshow photos of Granity School pics....a wee bit of joy!
Kia kaha to you all as you navigate life in Gills absence.
Arohanui to you all.
Pam Stack

Have just seen this so apologies for non attendance. What a woman and role model!! She was always aware of the wonderful support of her cherished family - my sincere condolences on your loss. Xx

So sad to hear of Gill´s passing. She was an inspiration to many people, especially all those her worked with her as I did. Love and hugs to Shane and family.
Colleen and Ron Palmer xx

Dear Shane and family so sorry to hear of your loss . Gill was a delight to be around and we will all miss her smiling face.
RIP Gill.

Love the Neilson family

Dear Shane Jonathan and Asher what a beautiful brave wife and friend so courageous I. Live and life She will be so missed by all who knew and loved her RIP Gillian May many angels watch over you Love Rewa xxxxx

Sending all of our love to you Shane and family. Gill inspired so many people with her determination and resilience. Growing up in Hector, we spent all our spare time together with friends during our primary school days. So lucky to have such special memories.
Lynne McPhail (Willman)