1938 - 2026
It is with deepest sorrow we announce the peaceful passing of Madeline Muriel McRae (nee North), aged 88, who passed away on April 2, 2026, in the loving care of Bupa Longwood Care Home. Beloved wife of the late Donald John McRae, and dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Anthea and Steven, Fiona and Paul, Alwyn and Chris, John and Tessa, and Edwin and Rachel. Treasured grandmother of Stephanie, Duncan, Malcolm, Ben, Ellen, Hamish, Jeffrey, Margaret, Douglas, Lara, Connor, Luca, Willow and Harper.
Cherished daughter of the late Reginald and Doris North, beloved sister, aunt, and friend to many. Following a private cremation, a service for Madeline will be held at 11.00am on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at St Mary's Church, 173 Palmerston Street, Riverton. Messages can be sent to
[email protected] or on Madeline's tribute page at
frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributesPublished by Nelson Mail on Apr. 9, 2026.