Rachel Hillary Purchas

Rachel PURCHAS

On Monday 1st September 2025, unexpectedly after a short illness, at home, aged 74. Much loved partner to Pete, little sister to Al and Liz, treasured mother and mother-in-law to Matt, Emma and Hannah, and doting, adoring grandmother to Dylan, Max and Jasper. A highly respected teacher, devoted Christian and active member of the community, who touched the lives of many. Messages may be addressed to: H Morris  PO Box 36-273, Northcote, Auckland 0748. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Hamlin Fistula NZ  would be appreciated, and may be made online at hamlinfistula.org.nz/. The celebration of Rachel’s creative, generous, vivacious, and colourful life will be held at Birkenhead Community Centre, 33 Rawene Road, Birkenhead, Auckland on Wednesday 10 September, 1pm.