Died: 24th February 2026

Service: 27th February 2026

Joan passed peacefully on 24 February 2026.

Aged 82 years.

Loved wife of the late Carel de Reeper.

Loved mother of Sharon de Reeper-Armstrong and Mark de Reeper; and mother-in-law of Jeff and Megann.

Loved Oma of Brooke, Karly, Taylor, Joel, Caitlin, Joshua, Cameron, and all her great-grandchildren.

Loved sister of Roger, Ken (dec), Min, and Maggie; and sister-in-law of Jos, Lin, Lindsay, and Colin.

Joan’s wishes were for no fuss or service.

She also made the generous decision to bequeath her body to science.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland would be appreciated.

The family will be hosting an informal gathering on Friday, 27 February at 31 Hardy Street, Invercargill, from 10.00 am until 3.00 pm.

Come along and share a story, have a laugh, and maybe shed a tear or two.

Messages can be left on Joan’s tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz