Passed away on 8th July 2025 after a short illness, aged 83. Loved wife of the late Graeme Ax. Much loved Mother and Mother-in-law to Bruce and Jana, Paul and Christine and Teresa and Mike, Grandma to Jonathon, Tracey, Kirsty, Emma, Kristina, Matthew, Sarah and Jack, and Great-Grandma to Harriet and Henry. Loved Sister to Jan and Peter. Will be dearly missed by her family and extended family. According to Doreen's wishes a private family service was held on Saturday 12th July 2025.

Published by Manawatu Standard on Jul. 12, 2025.