Naomi Argyle, who inspired many through her strength and grace as she battled terminal cancer, has passed away.
The 45-year-old Christchurch woman, formerly of Ashburton, died peacefully on Monday morning, under the care of Nurse Maude hospice staff and surrounded by loving family.
It was “with great sadness and some relief” her family let people know via Naomi’s Givealittle page.
They said:
“We can not express our gratitude enough to the cast of thousands that have supported her, and us as family over these past seven months.
From a shock cancer diagnosis just before her 45th birthday until this morning Naomi has faced this with grace, humour and an inner strength. We could not be more proud of her.
Her cheeky and infectious nature touched many and she carried that right through this challenging period.
Naomi used the time to lift awareness of bowel cancer and urge people not to think of it as an old persons disease, and to get to the doctor if on any regular discomfort- and to push your GP to test test test.
She was also able to spend precious time with her young girls taking them to Auckland and the Gold Coast thanks to the many generous donors, many strangers who recognised this isn’t fair for a young mum who should have had a life time ahead of her.
The support from her friends from across the decades and around the world has been consistent and astounding. From the hundreds who gave money at the Givealittle page to the drivers, visitors, organisers, soul sisters, family and friends she loved you all so much, and we couldn’t have done it with out you.
As per her wishes Naomi will have a private cremation in the coming days.”
Her family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Nurse Maude or the Cancer Society to honour her memory and continue the fight against bowel cancer.
