HACKETT, Brenda Anne, (nee Baldwin). Passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, 18th March 2025. Dearly loved wife of Drew. Loved mother and mother-in-law to Jared & Zsofi, Anna & Ben. Cherished Nana to Cody, Tyler, Finn, and Ada. ‘Gone but not forgotten’ At Brenda’s request a private family farewell has taken place. Messages to the Hackett Family can be sent c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434 or in Brenda’s online tribute book at www.grinters.co.nz
11 Messages:
Still trying to process this news. Brenda is no longer physically with us, but she will always remain in our hearts.
I treasure all the memories we created🫶Even though we didn’t share much time together, she taught me so many things with love and patience.
She had a beautiful soul that brought light to those around her, and I’m sure she will be missed in every corner of the world💛💛💛
Brenda, Drew, and all her family and friends always welcomed me with so much love, and for that, I will be forever grateful.
I feel so lucky to have them as my Kiwi family, literally at the other side of the world 💛
I wish I could be there.
Sending strength, love, and my deepest condolences to all her family and friends.
RIP Brenda, love you💛💛💛
Brenda you were such an amazing lady!!
It didn’t matter what life threw at you, you rolled with the punches!
You didn’t complain you picked yourself up and carried on!
When your time came you left peacefully as you so deserved!
I will miss your smile, that brightened every room and your capacity for kindness and love was inspiring!
You were treasured by so many even though you may not have always realised that.
Thanks for all the chats the coffee and cakes!
I will miss your friendship!
Love Sharon xx
My heart goes out to Drew, Anna, and all of Brenda’s beloved family and friends. Brenda was truly one of a kind. She endured so much yet always wore a smile. I will forever cherish her and the memories we shared—from the chip sandwiches in Torbay to the road trip to New Plymouth and my visit to Papamoa. As I wear your knitted slippers, Brenda, you will always remain in my heart.
Dear Brenda,
Thank you for all your kindness.
Thank you for all the smiles.
Thank you so much for all your love.
I am very happy to have met you.
I would like to offer my deepest sympathies.
Taken so suddenly and still having so much to give. Brenda has gained her Angel wings and now is on her journey in the Spiritual Realm to continue the journey of life. Until we meet again ,fly free cuzzie bro, fly free. From all of us in NP.
RIP Brenda, we have known you for so many years, but had so little to do with each other. My condolences to Drew, Jared, and family and friends. Hold onto all those precious memories.
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Brenda. Sending love and strength to you all at this very sad time.
Dear friend, I never envisaged this day. You always was a true and caring friend and was always here for me when I moved to Tauranga.. I shall miss your visits and will always remember your infectious smile and you will never be forgotten. Was a blessing to have known you.
Yvonne Skellern
Brenda, you changed so many lives being a host for your foregin students, i will be forever thankful for my time spending with you and Drew at your home. I send big big hug to your family specialy to my forever Kiwi parent.
Rest in Peace Brenda
RIP Brenda, my friend since we were four years old, I will always miss you but I’m so grateful for the memories I have, Drew, Anna & Ben, Jared & families, hold on to those memories, you were all so very lucky to have had such a beautiful person in your lives.
Love always, Sandra
From Raglan Community House.
On behalf of the Raglan Community House whanau,
we send our deepest condolences to the Hackett whanau.
Brenda was a very special person and will be missed by all.
He mihi aroha ki te whanau pani.
Moe, moe te Rangatira.