LAUREN, Veronica (Roni), Passed away on Saturday, 31st January 2026 Aged 79 Years. Much loved wife of Michael. Adored mother and mother-in-Law of Tony, Michael and Janetta, Nicole and Mark. Much loved Nana of Danielle, Brian, Livia and Emily and great nana of Sofia and Nicholas. Heartfelt thanks to the staff of St Kilda Retirement Village, Cambridge for the care that Roni received while there. Following Veronica’s wishes a private service has been held. Messages to the “Lauren ” Family can be sent c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434 or here on Veronica’s online tribute book at www.grinters.co.nz
4 Messages:
Dearest Roni,
We are so saddened to hear of your passing. Thank you for your unwavering support of the Harness Racing Industry ! I was so lucky to know many of your horses we had at uncles Ross’s stable. Thank you for being one of my biggest supporters in all I did. I hope swift (Taylor) can do a good job for you at the races with you on her shoulder !
May you rest now, at peace.
Thinking of you Michael and your wider family at this time.
Taylor Pereira xx
Thank you Taylor, Mum alwasy spoke very highly of you. Especially your great horse sense. noho ora mai Nicole (Roni’s daughter)
Roni loved her Kate {Pandora’s Box) who she did not breed but was the first winner she trained. The feeling was mutual as you can see.
Mum looking very happy after Pandora’s Box won at Oamaru.