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Date of passing: Tuesday, 30 December 2025
Service date and time: 11:00 AM Saturday, 10 January, 2026
Service venue: Dempsey and Forrest - 208 Guyton Street Whanganui

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kathleen Dague, aged 77 years.
Born in Banff, Scotland, Kathy was the dearly loved youngest child of the late William and Laura Morrison (née Smith).
Cherished sister of Morag and Ian Wood of Brechin, and Duncan and Sheila Morrison of Arbroath.
Beloved mom of Keith of Fargo ND, and Mandy and Gavin of Hatfields Beach.
Adored Nanno of Orion, Atia, Josh, and Seth.
A much-loved sister-in-law, and aunt to her nieces and nephews around the world.
Kathy will be remembered for her kindness, sense of humour, and the love she shared from her kitchen.
A service to celebrate Kathy’s life will be held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Saturday 10th January 2026 at 11.00am, to be followed by cremation at the Aramoho Crematorium.
In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance Services would be sincerely appreciated — https://donate.stjohn.org.nz.
Forever loved and always remembered.

Dempsey & Forrest
Locally Owned

Sue Fargher on 07-01-2026 07:22 PM
I am very upset to hear of Kathy's passing. She was my Mum and brothers neighbour and she was extremely kind to them.
RIP beautiful lady.
Sue
Sandy on 08-01-2026 11:33 AM
Such a great friendship we had with Kathy and she will be sadly missed by all the doggy walkers in the reserve more time was spent talking than walking Kind regards Kelvin and Sandy
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