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HARROP: Iris May

Iris passed away peacefully, with her loving family by her side. In Wellington Hospital on the 10th of May 2026. Aged 71 years.

Loved mum to Garth, and Jo Harrop, and Tina and Chris Harvie.

Loving nana to Mason, Holly, Cooper, and Samantha, Eden, and Harrop.

Devoted fur mum to Slipper

A service to celebrate Iris’s life will be held in the South Taranaki Funeral Services Chapel, 268 High Street Hawera, on Friday the 15th May 2026 at 11.00am.

Followed by a private burial at Opunake Cemetery.

For those wishing to attend the service by webcast can do so by clicking on the link below

View Webcast Here

5 thoughts on “HARROP: Iris May”

  1. Lena Florence Woodward Njie

    Beautiful aunty may you rest in peace. Heartfelt sympany goes out to family and friends. Love lena xx

  2. Claudia Hlais-Harrop

    To a dear mother-in-law who was the most wonderful and caring woman. I will miss your beautiful smile, your funny stories and your genuine kindness. Although we were in a different countries you were always in my heart. All my love Claudia Hlais-Harrop

  3. Raewyn Robinson

    Our condolences to Garth and Tina and all the family thinking of you all at this very sad time
    From Raewyn & Peter Robinson

  4. Amber Kay

    Iris was one of a kind, a special friend I will never forget. She lived her life being deaf from 2 years old and yet she was amazingly talented in so many ways. I admired the many things she had sewn, knitted, and embroidered to perfection. I’m lucky enough to still have some of her work in my home today.
    Her love of her garden especially the flowers called Irises.
    She will be sadly missed by me and many.
    Rest in peace, Iris, we loved you.

  5. Claudia Harrop

    For Iris
    Iris,
    You were truly one of a kind — a wonder, a treasure, and one of the most genuine souls I have ever known. Your love was deep, steady, and kind in a way that made people feel safe and seen.
    You welcomed me into your life not just as family, but as your own. You loved me as a mother would, and over time, you became not only my mother-in-law but my dear friend. Even as life changed, your love never did — and that says everything about the extraordinary person you were.
    Your devotion to your grandchildren was unmatched. They were your pride, your joy, and you gave them a love that will stay with them forever.
    I will carry your kindness, your warmth, and your enduring friendship with me always. The world feels quieter without you in it, but I am so grateful to have known your love.
    I will miss you deeply, Iris.
    With love always,
    Claudia Hlais-Harrop

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