Mary Jean Oakes (nee Robson)
It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Molly Oakes surrounded by her family on 28th March 2026 aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ralph, mother and mother-in-law of Lindsay and Frances, Dave and Carmen, the late John, Bruna, Malcolm and Trish, Andrew and Kathy, Gary and Monique. Much loved Nana Molly of all her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren and loved by her nieces and nephews.
Heartful thanks to the staff at Oamaru Hospital and Iona Hospital for their love and care of Molly.
A service to celebrate the life of Molly will be held at Whitestone Chapel, 54 Weston Road, Oamaru today Wednesday 1st April 2026 at 1.30pm. A livestream link is available by visiting Mollys tribute page at http://www.whitestonefunerals.co.nz
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Dear family we are so sorry we can’t be with you today but will be thinking of you and remembering the fun times we had with Molly (and Ralph) during our country music days. Love and thoughts Linda and John Cant
Sorry we can’t be with you all today. Auntie Molly is such a special auntie to us all, her home was our home. Lots of love and laughter when ever she was around. Truly someone you aspire to be. Sending lots and lots of Love Sally Mike and Family ❤️
Sorry to read the passing of a truly beautiful mother, treasure the golden memories, we know u will have lots. Condolences to u all. Carolyn Lawson(nee Pile)
I have happy childhood memories of visiting Molly and family at the farm in Herbert. She was a lovely lady, and my thoughts are with all my Robson cousins at this sad time. Love and best wishes from Margaret Pollitt nee Wallis, Dunedin.