30/3/1938 – 25/7/2024. Passed away after a short illness. Loved Mum of Debbie & Steve and Mother-in-Law of Janet. Loved Grandma of Keri, Shayna, Jordan, Shannon, Andrea & Dylan and their partners. Great Grandma to Indie & Kobe. As per Val’s wishes a private cremation has been held. We welcome family and friends to join us for afternoon tea at Mum’s home in Te Puke on Saturday 10th August.  Our thanks to the lovely staff at Cedar Manor & Waipuna Hospice. All communication to the Phipps Family, C/- 30 Norris St, Tauranga, 3110.