Unexpectedly on September 10, 2025; aged 78 years. Much loved Mum of Sarah and Peter Drake, and Catherine Hobbs, adored Grandma Polly of Jack, Cam, Kenzie, and Scarlett.
"Polly had a thirst for knowledge and never stopped learning, she gave her time freely to anyone, and everyone"
- A celebration of Polly's life will be held in Hope and Sons Chapel, 523 Andersons Bay Road, at 11am on Thursday, September 18, followed by private cremation. Messages for the Stone family c/- PO Box 5013, Dunedin 9054
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Dear Catherine, Sarah and family. I am thinking of you all at this time. ⸻ I was heartbroken to hear of Paulines passing. It was so nice to reconnect with her when I moved from Auckland to Dunedin. I would always book myself out at the salon when she came In so I could spend the time to chat and catch up. She was always so proud of her grandchildren, her face lighting up whenever she spoke about them. I was always little “Lisa,” as a child and was still always reminded of that when I saw her. I feel so grateful for the many memories and conversations we shared. She will be deeply missed. Little Lisa
Divine Miss P, this is just too soon, my friend. You were my co-conspirator, my confidant, and — let’s be honest — the reason behind many “Should we have done that?” moments. 😄 I love you to bits. Wendy Woo-Hoo
I've treated polly like may own grandma and every rime I've seen here with her grocery I've always helped her and I am devastated for the lost of Holly and she was so nice to me and polite she always give me lollies and now she isn't there to give me lollies anymore but at least she's still lives in our hearts and we surely miss here