Gail Cathro

Cathro, Gail Monica

It is with the deepest aroha and sadness that we announce the passing of Gail Monica Cathro (nee Firmin) , 8 February 2026, age 63, surrounded by her loving whānau.

Beloved daughter of Josephine Hariata Takarangi Firmin (D) and Philip Wera Firmin (D) and daughter in law of Bruce (D) & Glenys Cathro. Cherished wife of Don Cathro and mother to Justin and Benjamin.  Adored mother-in-law to Ange & Venus.  Best (Ku’s) kuia to her treasured mokopuna –  Harper, Tānara, Savannah, Dallas and Taylor.

Our whānau would like to make special thanks to Mary Potter Hospice and the wonderful staff for looking after her.

Messages to the Cathro whānau may be made online at lychgate.co.nz/messages or posted c/- 306 Willis Street, Aro Valley, Wellington, 6011.

Tributes

Dale Pringle

Rest in peace Gail…. A true blue Johnsonville legend 💙🩵💙 sending big love to Benny,Juddy,and Don

Frank (Rob) Firmin

Arohanui Don, Justin & Ange, Benjamin & Venus, and all your children & mokos.
Sorry that I am unable to be at the funeral to support you all.
Despite our later years difference I will always love her.
She may be gone but memories live on
Deepest sympathy to you all. Arohanui ❤️
Frank & George

Katy and Simon Scannell and whānau

Dearest Don, Juddy, Ben, Ange, Venus and kiddies xx
We are so very sorry to hear about beautiful Gail’s passing.
We know how special she was and how much she meant to you and you meant to her.
Gail was one of the good ones! I will miss the way she smiled from ear to ear, her generosity, how she always showed so much interest in what was going on in our lives and her warm hugs. So many great memories.
Sorry I cannot make it tomorrow,
Always here for you.
Arohanui xxxx

Trevor Gillan

Hey Don and whanau, want to express our deepest sympathy to you and all the Cathro and Firman whanau, in the passing of Gail. Please know that we are thinking of you all at this sad time. Regards the Gillan whanau.❤️

Liza Calugay

Sending my condolences to Don and family as well as Gail’s family circle. To Gail, I always remember your sweet smile evrytime I saw you around. You’ll be missed by us and most especially our grandchildren. Thanks for all the love for Venus as her very good mother-in-law.
Love and prayer for you Gail.♥️♥️♥️🙏

FRANCES James

Worked with her at Churtonleigh hospital she was the cook and I was a kitchen hand.Lovely lady so sorry about reading she has passed away.

Tania Stephen

To Don, Justin, Ange, Ben, Venus and mokopuna, and to Wayne and Leanne, I send love, strength and hugs. Gail’s smile and laughter drew people towards her, she was always the life of the party! I will miss our conversations and the warmth and love in her voice when she asked about my kids and mokos. She always had more love to give others around her. She spoke so proudly of her kids and mokopuna and her love for you Don was so evident in all that she did. She will be truly missed by all. Arohanui Tanz and whānau xxx❤️

Kelsey Moore

Sincerest condolences to Don, Justin & Ange, Ben & Venus and all of Gail’s beloved moko’s.
Gail was a beautiful soul always smiling and laughing. Her laugh and light was infectious, I have fond memories of her visits with Mum hearing roars of laughter over a gossip and a cup of tea.
You will be dearly missed by everyone.
Rest in peace beautiful Gail xxx
Kelsey

Tracey Edwards Gemmell

My sincere condolences to Don, Justine, Benjamin and all the whanau, thinking of you all today and sending my love and strength. My dear cousin Gail you are in my thoughts and forever in my heart, gone to soon, love you xo