FOLLAS, Joan Winifred (née Howell) Peacefully passed away in her sleep at Cambridge Oakdale on Friday, 30 January 2026, in her 90th year. Much loved and adored mother and mother-in-law of Peter & Rose, Mark & Yana, Matthew & Monique, and Michelle & Kevin. Treasured Nana to Harriett-Rose, Seb, Clara-Jane, Hugo, Zoe, Georgia, Bailey, McKenzie, and Ruby-Jean, and a dearly loved Great-Grandmother to Bella and Lola-Jean. Beloved daughter of the late Peter and Alice.
The family extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of Cambridge Oakdale for the compassion, love, and care shown to Joan over the past years.
A private family farewell has been held. A memorial service to celebrate Joan’s life will be held at a later date.
Messages to the Follas family may be sent c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434, or left in Joan’s online tribute book at www.grinters.co.nz.
2 Messages:
I remember working with Joan at raeburn i was only 16 now 49 her facial expressions when she had a hard morning use to make me laugh me we would all meet outside same time every day to have our morning breaks together me beachy tubby sue Shirley and Joan we would spend most of our smoko laughing so much by the time we got to drink them they were luke lwarm and break was over i was the youngest there but got on so well with everyone such a privilege to have meet Jnd worked with them always got the work done on time while bring love caring and lauhter fun ro all residents and staff which Is very rear to see these day love and hugs to family and friends. Margaret hemopo
Dear Michelle,
Loving thoughts are with you and all the family at this sad time. May you find comfort in all your beautiful memories of your lovely mother Joan.
Marlene Clark (Aunty Ruth’s friend)