Passed away peacefully on Thursday 19 February 2026, aged 77 years. Dearly loved wife of Peter. Beloved Mum of Greg and Emily; Step-Mum of Damian, Olivia and Sarah. Much loved Granna to 12 grandchildren. Messages for Zoe's family may be left via
robertjcotton.co.nz/funerals. Heartfelt thanks to the staff of Woodlands of Palmerston for their love and care. In lieu of flowers, donations to
greenpeace.org would be much appreciated. A service for Zoe will be held in the Cotton's Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Thursday 26 February 2026, at 1.00pm, followed by private cremation.

Published by Manawatu Standard on Feb. 21, 2026.