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COOMBS (Thorne, nee Imrie) - Elizabeth “Ann”
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Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on April 9, 2025. 
Aged 66 years.
Beloved wife of Shawn.
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Leanne and Darren, Rhiannon, Tiffany and Andy, Jonathan, Haydan and Georgia.
Adored Nana of Jason, Zac, Ella; Taylor, Koen; Isla, Evie, Theo; and Penelope.
Dearly loved daughter of Donald (dec.) and Christine.
Loved older sister of Alistair and Donald.
Reunited with her Dad.
Forever In Our Hearts.

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