McNAMARA, Caroline Florence (Carol);

(Carson)

18 January 1949 – 31 July 2026

Passed away peacefully following a sudden medical event in Christchurch hospital, surrounded by family and smothered in love from near and far, aged 77 years.  Adored Mum and Mother-in-law of Craig and Kristy Thomson, and Ngaire and Damon O'Donnell. Treasured Nan of Matthew*, Makayla, Rhys, Joshua, Cory* and Emma.   Cherished third child of John* and Florence* McNamara. Much loved Sister and Sister-in-law of Yvonne* and Kevin* McRae, Des and Coral McNamara, Wendy Wilson, Mervyn* and Diane McNamara, Jacqui and James McKenzie, and Bevan (Spud) and Joy McNamara. Proud Aunt of her many Nieces and Nephews.  Carol was a woman of Courage, Adventure, Resilience, Optimism and Loyalty. Always loved and loving and will be forever missed.  A service to celebrate Carol's life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Thursday, 6th August at 11:00 am.  Messages to McNamara Family, C/- PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840