STAPLES, Adrienne Lee, (nee Darling). ONZM;
Order of the Rising Sun (Japan).

Former Mayor (4 terms) South Wairarapa District Council; Deputy Chair (3 terms), Greater Wellington Regional Council.

Of ‘Gum Grove’ Featherston.

On 20th April 2026 suddenly aged 69 years.

Dearly loved wife of Don.
Loved Mum of Laura and Adam, Emily and Andy.
Treasured Nana of Tilly and Ed.
Loved sister, sister-in-law, auntie and friend to many.

A service to celebrate Adrienne’s life will be held in the Anzac Hall, Cnr Bell and Birdwood Streets, Featherston on Friday 24th April 2026 at 11.00am followed by private cremation.

Adrienne’s service will be livestreamed via the light blue box above.

Messages to the Staples family C/- P.O. Box 185, Carterton 5743 or can be left here on Adrienne’s tribute page