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News came in this week of the death of Catherine Sheehan. She was hit by a car while cycling in Malaysia.
I have fond memories of Cathy. I first met her over a decade ago through cycling colleagues. We obviously had similar interests because, over the years, we would often ‘bump into each other’. I always felt comfortable and at ease around Cathy.
I remember an afternoon spent at her home in Devonport. It was a Sunday and Cathy had led a group of us on a cycle tour of the North Shore. She invited us back to her home at the end of the ride for afternoon tea. She had recently become the owner of a very nice, second hand, tandem bicycle. I must have admired it alot because Cathy offered to lend it to me, for as long as I wanted.
Back then I recall her talking about her desire to do some cycle touring overseas. It really was her passion, her dream.
To Cathy: Arohanui. It was never meant to end like this.
To Cathy’s family: My deepest sympathies.
You can read more about Catherine Sheehan in this NZ Herald article.
*MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR CATHY SHEEHAN*
A memorial service will be held for Cathy at Wakatere Boating Club
Narrow Neck at 2 pm on Friday September 23.
Cathy was atheist so it will be a secular funeral – a celebration of Cath's life.
Light refreshments will be served at the venue and afterwards anyone who wants to can return to Jo, Rob, and Anthony's home at 24 Ascot Ave for drinks and a light supper.