On August 10, 2024, suddenly at home, with her family by her side, in her 65th year. Dearly loved and devoted wife of Tom, loved mother and mother-in-law of Mike and Veeka, Roz and Brendon, loved Nana JoJo of Phoebe and Harry. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Sue and Chris, Steph and Murray, and a loved aunt to her nieces and nephews. Jo was much loved,  and a cherished friend to many. Her beautiful, bubbly personality and kind, caring nature will be deeply missed by all who came to know her.

Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Jo Ellis, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The memorial service to celebrate Jo’s amazing life will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Friday, August 16, at 2.30pm.

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