Peacefully on August 14, 2025, at Ross Home and Hospital, surrounded by loved ones; aged 97 years. Much loved Mum of Roger, and the late Mark, loved mother-in-law of Leslie, a loving "Lanie" of Sarah, and Jake. A special thanks to the staff of Ross Home for their kindness, care and support of Mum. A celebration of Elaine's life will be held at Glenfalloch Gardens, 430 Portobello Road, at 2.00pm, on Tuesday, August 26. Messages to the Blakely family, C/- PO Box 5013, Dunedin 9054. Access to livestream will be available on Elaine's page at
www.hopeandsons.co.nz
Published by The Press on Aug. 16, 2025.