On Friday, April 18, 2025, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, in her 96th year. Dearly loved wife of the late John. Treasured mother and mother-in-law of Carolyn, Michael and Karen, Alison, Lorraine and Tony, and Richard. Loved grandmother and great-grandmother of her seven grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren, with one on the way. Many thanks to the staff at Merivale Retirement Village for their care and compassion to Colleen. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Colleen Martin, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Christchurch Trust would be appreciated, and may be made by bank transfer to 12-3191-0042038-00, reference C Martin. A private gathering for Colleen has been held.