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Susan GRAYLING Obituary

Surrounded by love, Susan passed away peacefully on Wednesday 16 July 2025, after a sudden illness. An incredibly strong, caring and amazing wife, mother, granny and friend. A celebration for Susan will be held at The Bungalow, 456 Lower Pitone Road, Okato, on Friday 25 July 2025 at 11.00am. For those wishing to attend but are unable to in person, a livestream will be available at https://vospers.co.nz/upcoming-funerals/


Published by Taranaki Daily News on Jul. 19, 2025.

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for Susan GRAYLING

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Sandy Fryatt

Earlier today

Dear Grayling family. How sorry I am to hear of georgous Susan´s passing. I will always remember her vivacious personality and beaming smile. What an incredible celebration of her life, sorry I couldn´t attend in person. Sending you all my love and hugs Sandy Fryatt xxxxxx

Midla Choudary ( Vivian Pharmacy)

July 25, 2025

I am so sad to hear of Susan´s passing. She always smiled and chatted when I saw her . Condolences to the family . She will be missed x

Fiona Fredrickson

July 25, 2025

Such a very sad shock to know Susan had passed away , she was such a lovely Lady and was always up for a chat . The Grayling family are in our thoughts at this very sad time .

Kerry Mullin

July 25, 2025

Matthew and Family, sending our love to you all during this very sad time. We are heartbroken to hear
of Susan's passing, she is such a warm and generous soul. Our family holds so many fond memories of her in the days of Okato Pony Club, we were so lucky to have known her. Sending love and strength.

Love Mullin Family

Kaylene Newman

July 25, 2025

Mathew and Family, sending my deepest sympathies at this time time. Susan was such a strong, beautiful and bubbly woman, who will be sadly missed. Kaylene Newman, Cody and Koby Way

Pam & Tricky Callaghan

July 25, 2025

Such a huge shock to find out Sysan had suddenly passed away, a beautiful person in every way , taken way to early ... Mathew, Charlotte, Victoria, Phillipa, and Callum your wife and mums legacy will live forever in your hearts ... im going to miss tooting and waving to her when she ran up our road ...Stay strong and be there for each other thru these difficult days months and years ahead.such a wonderful tribute you all gave to her.
RIP Susan one hell of a lady xx

Carole Serong

July 25, 2025

So sad to hear the news of Susan's death! So untimely, and such a huge loss to Matthew and family! You all were truly "Team Grayling" My thoughts are with you all, and Simon Bennett.

Kathy Scott, Palmerston North

July 25, 2025

My deepest condolences to the Grayling and Bennett families. Thinking of you all today.

Kelly

July 25, 2025

Our sincerest condolences to you all. Susan was a workmate, friend and instructor who encouraged us to get a couple of ponies that gave our children the foundation riding skills they have today. You will be missed in so many ways. Our thoughts are will you all. Kelly, Peter, Samantha and Caleb

Robyn Wolfsbauer

July 25, 2025

Dear Matthew and Family,
We are shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Susan's passing. Susan will be remembered by us as a beautiful, vibrant lady who matched you perfectly!
Our thoughts are with you at this unbearable time.
Big hugs from the Waikato.

Robyn and Kerri

Jenny Duncan

July 24, 2025

Mathew and family, sending my deepest sympathy to you.

Vesty family

July 24, 2025

Matthew and family. Thinking of you all at this very sad time.

Sharleen Burrows (Valentine now)

July 24, 2025

I am so very sorry for your loss. I worked with Susan on a committee for a school Gala at CTS, taught her daughter Victoria. Wonderful children raised by an incredible woman. I learnt so much from her and she always appreciated what I did in return. Much love to the family xxx

Christine Eagle

July 24, 2025

Thinking of you Mathew and family, and Simon and family.
So very heartbreaking.
Rest In Peace darling Susan.
Much Love Christine Eagle

Trudy SpenceJones

July 24, 2025

Matthew and family, Sending you all sympathy at this terribly sad time. Susan was such a happy, friendly lady, and so proud of her family. We hope that all the special memories of Susan will bring you all some comfort at this sad time.
Much love and sympathy, Trudy, Bill, Jimmy and Harriet Jones

Jeanette Murphy-Bishop

July 24, 2025

To Mathew and family - so sad to hear the news. Condolences to you for the loss of Susan.
She was such a lovely person and work colleague - taken too soon

Biddy

July 24, 2025

My deepest sympathy for your tragic loss Matthew and family.
Biddy Sutherland ( Ritchie)

Kevin and Mary Lawn

July 24, 2025

Deepest condolences to you Matthew and Family.
Our thoughts are with you all.

Tracey O´Rorke

July 24, 2025

Our deepest sympathies to you all. Susan will be very much missed. Her smiley happy greeting and helpful knowledge. We are all very sorry for your loss.
Love from Tracey, Paul, Matthew, Toby & Amy

Julia Fraser

July 24, 2025

Such a charming fellow Dressage judge.

Donella

July 24, 2025

An amazing lady taken too soon. Sending love and sympathy to Matthew and family. Treasure your memories. Donella and Tony Hall.

Christine Brooks

July 23, 2025

Dear Mathew and Family,
Words cannot express how saddened we were to hear of Susan's passing. Whenever we met she was always so very pleased to see you with the biggest smile. Thinking of you all as well as David, Simon and their families at this incredibly sad time.
With love,
Phillip and Christine Brooks, Aokautere

Karla Ralph

July 23, 2025

Dear Matthew, Charlotte, Victoria, Philippa and Callum. We are so very sorry to hear about Susan. Sending lots of love to you at this time. We are going to miss her "hello doll" greetings, great banter and hugs. All our love Karla, Steve, Hope and India xx

Bernadette Holdom

July 23, 2025

Dear Mathew,Charolette,Phillipa,Victoria and Callum,
so shocked to hear of Susan's passing.
Taken far too soon,
Holdom Family.

colleen

July 23, 2025

Mathew and family so sad to hear of Susan ,s passing .Always a happy kind person .Thinking of you all at this very sad time .Colleen and Lex Strachan and family .

Phil and Angie Barron

July 23, 2025

We were so very saddened to hear of Susan's passing, and extend our heartfelt condolences to Matthew and Family. Thinking of you all.
Phil, Angie and Girls.

Judy and Roger Zieltjes

July 23, 2025

So very sorry to hear of Susan's sudden illness. So hard to believe after seeing her out running, always with a cherry wave and a big smile. Thinking of you all.

Andrew donghi

July 22, 2025

To the grayling family we offer our condolences to all your family's.

Sue Berry

July 22, 2025

Dear Matthew and your family. Sincere condolences to you all at this incredibly sad time. Fond memories of Sue's vibrant and positive personality, nursing, horse riding and at our ICU catch ups

Rachel Doeg

July 22, 2025

So sad to hearing of Susan's passing. It was an honor to have worked with her at Carefirst. Sending her family and friends the richest of blessings and thoughts. Arohanui Rachel

Okato Tennis Club

July 22, 2025

Dear Matthew and family.
We will miss our entertaining, glamorous, lipstick wearing team mate.
Susan brought some interesting antics and fun on the court. Monday tennis will never be the same. We're going to miss our "Queen of the quiche".
She always kept us in line by phoning, rather than texting, so she knew we would get the message!
Susan was a long term member of the club and we will miss her dearly.
Our love and thoughts to you all.
Okato Tennis Club

Tania Parker

July 22, 2025

From all the Staff at Spreading FBT, we are very sorry to hear of Susan's passing. Our thoughts are with you Matthew and your family at this sad time.

joss and peter newman

July 22, 2025

We were saddened at the loss of Susan. our condolence's to Mathew and family. our thoughts are with you at this time

Marlies and Saskia Butland

July 22, 2025

Saskia and I have lovely memories of Susan from our pony club days and particularly how encouraging she was and the way she always made people feel welcome. We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and thoughts are with you at this very sad time.

Vicki Rook

July 22, 2025

So saddened to hear about Susan. We had sm lovely giggles at work. Beautiful lady will be greatly missed

Katherine

July 22, 2025

Sending thoughts and prayers to Susan's family. Susan always had such a bright smile, a real warmth and sense of humour - she will be so very missed at Carefirst and was an absolute pleasure to work with.

Janet Fleming, Chair

July 21, 2025

On behalf of Coastal Rugby players and members, we send our condolences and aroha to Callum and family on the passing of Susan.
Treasure your memories of a wonderful Mum, Wife, Granny and sideline supporter

Steve Bevan

July 21, 2025

Condolences to Matthew and family, so sorry for your loss regards Steve and Ange Bevan

Helen Good

July 21, 2025

So sorry and sending condolences to Mathew and your family RIP Susan regards Jock and Helen Good

Katherine

July 21, 2025

Much love to the Grayling family at this very sad time. Susan was a fun person to work alongside back in the Phoenix days.

Ruth Howe Patumahoe

July 21, 2025

Dear Matthew and Family. So shocked and sad to hear of your loss,, Many memories came back of those lovely times we had together with you when you stayed with us . Love to you all

Janice Thomas

July 21, 2025

Susan was wonderful support for myself and others while on BOT Okato Primary school. She shared her love of horses with my children. Lovely lady, with a beautiful smile. RIP, Arohanui Janice and whanau

Alan and Susan Crowley

July 21, 2025

Dear Matthew, Charlotte, Victoria, Phillipa, Callum and family. So shocked to learn of Susan´s passing. Your beautiful Wife, Mum and Granny taken from you way too soon. Loved Susan´s infectious smile, laugh and personality. Sending you loads of love. Alan, Susan, Daniel, Logan, Anna Crowley and family xx

Jenette Hucker

July 21, 2025

To Matthew and family I am so sorry to hear the very sad news about Susan. You have my deepest sympathy and my thoughts are with you all.
Jenette Hucker

Carefirst Medical Centre

July 21, 2025

Susan was a valued and respected member of our Carefirst Medical Centre team. We are truly saddened to learn of her passing.
She will be hugely missed by her Carefirst work family, our thoughts are with Susan´s family.

Deryn Brophy

July 21, 2025

Our thoughts are with Matthew and family at this incredibly sad time. Susan was a bright and bubbly personality who will be sorely missed.
Regards Marty and Deryn Brophy

Susan & Calum Roach

July 21, 2025

Thinking of you all at this sad time

Christa Belcaster

July 21, 2025

I am so deeply saddened to hear of Susan's passing. My sincerest condolences to the entire family. She was always a person that I wished I had been able to share more time together. Our daughters share such a bond and I thoroughly enjoyed the few moments we shared. Love & hugs to the entire family.

Cheryl & David Leuthart

July 21, 2025

To Mathew and Family,
Our deepest sympathy on Susans passing. We have such good memories of a beautiful person who always loved a good catch up whenever we ran into each other. Her smile was infectious, and she was so proud of her family. David, Cheryl, Kurt and Shaun Leuthart

Janet Tinson

July 21, 2025

Deepest condolences to the Grayling family. Susan was such a positive lovely person. I remember her most helping the kids at pony club. Always a smile.
Janet Tinson

Jim and Brodwyn Wrathall

July 20, 2025

To Mathew and family so sorry to hear of Susan´s passing. Thinking of you all at this very sad time.
Our Deepest Sympathy from Jim Brodwyn Elsa and Leila.

Raewyn Robinson

July 20, 2025

Our condolences to you all thinking of you all
Raewyn & Peter

Bernie Hewitson (Southland)

July 20, 2025

To Mathew and family, I am so very sorry for your loss of such a strong and vibrant woman. A proud wife, mother and granny. We had both discussed being called granny at Matamata event earlier this year and how it was truely one of the best times of our lives.

Veronica Crowley-Back

July 20, 2025

To Matthew, Charlotte, Victoria, Phillipa & Callum. Fond memories of Susan working at the hospital and always a good catch up when the Richardson´s had a `do´. Heartfelt sympathy to you all. Another person taken too soon. May your precious memories be a comfort to you.
Veronica, Patrick, Michael & Emilie Back

Graham and Janet Hickey

July 20, 2025

Our heartfelt sympathy Matthew to you and your family. Susan was such a lovely warm person.

Faye Phillips

July 20, 2025

Matthew and family i was sorry to hear of the loss of Susan. May you find comfort in knowing that you will have many great memories of your time with
her.

Karen

July 20, 2025

Milly and Richard Carr

July 20, 2025

To Matthew and family. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. We were so shocked to hear this news. It didn´t seem that long ago we were on the court together, having a hit at the tennis club. We will miss that laugh and her ability to laugh at herself. She always wanted to chat and catch up on the families news. Condolences to you all. Richard and Milly Carr and family xx

Yvonne King and Fraser

July 20, 2025

Deepest sympathy to all the Grayling family.

Laura Cosgrove

July 19, 2025

I was deeply saddened to hear of Susan´s passing. I had the privilege of working alongside her at Phoenix, where she was not only a talented nurse but a kind and generous mentor. I learned so much from her, and I´ll always be grateful for her guidance and friendship.

Sending love and strength to her family during this time.

- Laura Cosgrove

Manson Family

July 19, 2025

Deepest condolences Matthew and Family.
Our thoughts are with you all.

Karen &Mickey Manson and Family

Althea Doeg

July 19, 2025

I knew Susan abit through the horses. But mainly when we worked together at Phoenix Urgent Doctors. She called into drop something off at my current work only about a month ago. She had a big smile and a big hug. A truly lovely person who adored her family. My heartfelt condolences to you all.

Michaela (Mike) Collins

July 19, 2025

Sue was such an effervescent woman a privilege to work with her and in later years catch up for that ever important chat and hug at the supermarket doors You have a lovely family Sue and you will be missed

Steve Cochrane

July 19, 2025

Susan was such a bright and vibrant soul. So incredibly supportive to so many . We have been very very lucky to have been friends and neighbours for so many years now. Rest in Peace.
Steve and Sabine

Rachael Phillips

July 19, 2025

Sorry to hear about Susan, she always took the time to say hello when out and about at horse events.
Condolences to her family.
RIP Susan.

Wendy Goodwin

July 19, 2025

Condolences Matthew to you and your family. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Much love from
Neighbours Richard and Wendy Goodwin and family

Sue Harrison

July 19, 2025

Our thoughts are with you Matthew and family, a sad loss. RIP Susan... Sue Harrison (Andrews)

Jo and Anne Wilson

July 19, 2025

Sorry to hear this sad news.
Susan has been our friend and supporter over so many years. Deepest sympathy to Matthew and family.
She will be missed

Julie Fleming

July 19, 2025

Deepest Sympathies to Matthew and Family. Words can not express your loss. The world is a lesser place. May your love and memories hold you strong. Lots of love to you all. Julie Fleming

Lynette and Chris Barnard

July 19, 2025

So sorry for you and all your family Matthew, Take Care.
Chris and Lynette Barnard

Keith Laurence

July 19, 2025

Matthew and family
Our thoughts are with you and your family in this tough time.

Keith and Denise Laurence

Sue and Peter Henderson

July 19, 2025

So sorry to learn of Susan´s passing. Sending our love and thoughts to you all. Peter,Susan, Clare, Izzy and Simon Henderson

Maureen Looney

July 19, 2025

My sincere condolences go out to you Matthew & family in this terrible time for you all. Susan was a lovely lady. Maureen Looney

Janet Dryden

July 19, 2025

To Matthew and Family. My condolences on the loss of Susan. You are in my thoughts.

Helen mccallum

July 19, 2025

My heart was in pain finding out of susuan´s passing, my thoughts go out to Mathew and family on this terrible time, know that she was a highly regarded in our passion of equestrian. RIP Susan xx

Graeme

July 19, 2025

Deepest Sympathy Grayling family Graeme & Cheryl Coombe

Sharrocks

July 19, 2025

Our thoughts are with you such an amazing lady the sharrocks

Kerry-Anne

July 19, 2025

Such sad news. Condolences to you all.

The Greensills

July 19, 2025

Our love and thoughts are with you all xx

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