West Auckland is remembering Debs Gregory, a longstanding Ray White Glen Eden salesperson whose unexpected death has prompted heartfelt tributes from family, colleagues, friends and fellow paddlers.
As reported by Ben Leahy in the New Zealand Herald on 21 October, Gregory died surrounded by family and friends.
Her career in real estate spanned more than two decades. The memories shared in her honour, however, reach well beyond the homes she helped people buy and sell.
They describe a devoted mother, loyal friend and enthusiastic community member whose humour and warmth made a lasting impression.
FAMILY AT THE CENTRE OF HER LIFE
In tributes reported by the Herald, Gregory’s daughters thanked those who had offered condolences and shared memories of their mother.
Their messages conveyed both their loss and their appreciation for the many people who cared about her.
They encouraged friends to remember her through laughter, music and moments of affection with their own families.
Her colleague Trish Adams also spoke of Gregory’s devotion to her daughters, Myja, Jorja and Paris, and son-in-law Jason. She recalled the pride Gregory expressed when talking about her family.
MORE THAN A COLLEAGUE
Adams, co-owner of the business behind Ray White Glen Eden, described the significant personal loss felt within the office.
Her tribute remembered Gregory’s friendship, candid advice and ability to make others feel valued.
Over a lengthy career, Gregory helped local people navigate important property decisions. The recollections shared after her death suggest those professional relationships often carried a strong personal connection.
For her colleagues, she was an important part of the office’s everyday life — someone whose presence, conversation and laughter will be deeply missed.
A COMMITMENT TO HER COMMUNITY
The Herald also reported Gregory’s support for Vision West and her involvement in bringing colleagues together behind charitable initiatives, including Ride for Hope.
Alongside work and family, she made time for fitness, concerts, travel and walks with her pug, Nala.
Those details help convey the person remembered in the tributes: active, sociable and willing to participate fully in the communities around her.
REMEMBERED ON THE WATER
Dragon boating was another important part of Gregory’s life.
The Auckland Dragon Boat Association acknowledged her contribution to its paddling community, remembering the humour and energy she brought to those around her.
According to the Herald’s reporting, she had been looking forward to competing at the Pan Pacific Masters Games. Fellow paddlers planned to honour her memory when they raced.
Gregory paddled with Hauraki Blues and had also competed with Steel Dragons at the national championships. Both connections formed part of the wider circle of people mourning her loss.
A LEGACY FOUND IN PEOPLE
The tributes reflect a life measured through relationships: family, friendships, colleagues, clients and teammates.
For the real estate community, Gregory’s passing is a reminder that a career’s lasting influence often lies in the people who felt supported, understood and welcomed along the way.
Property Noise extends its sincere condolences to Gregory’s family, the Ray White Glen Eden team and everyone grieving her loss.
At the time of the Herald’s report, her family said details of celebrations of her life would be shared later. Readers should refer to family announcements for confirmed arrangements.
Source acknowledgement: This tribute draws on reporting by Ben Leahy, published in the New Zealand Herald on 21 October 2026, including family, colleague and dragon boating tributes reported in that article.