JONES Vera — On Wednesday, 22 October 2025, peacefully at Golden Pond Private Hospital with family at her side. Dearly loved wife of the late Bryan. Much loved mother of Nicola, Anthony and Cherylyn. Much loved Grannie of Nicholas, Jessie, Hayden, Tegan and great-Grannie to Odie and soon to be Sage. A celebration of Vera's life will be held in the Chapel of Willetts Funeral Services, 21 King Street, Whakatane, on Monday, 27 October at 11am, followed by private cremation. Donations in Vera’s memory can be made to Hospice EBOP or may be left at the service. Communications to the Jones family, C/- PO Box 2070, Whakatane 3159 or online at willettsfuneralservices.co.nz