McLEAN, Megan Irene
Taken from us suddenly on13th May 2023. Loving and devoted mother of Darcy, Skylah and Amelia. Loved daughter of AnneMarie and the late Darcy. Loved and respected friend of Mike (Pops). Loved sister and sister-in-law of Tracey and Brendon, Bryce and Raechael, Pud and Aiden and their families. A celebration of Megan’s life will be held at V J Williams Chapel, King St West, Te Kuiti, on Saturday, 20th May 2023 at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation.
Sadly missed andforever in our hearts
All communications to McLean Family, c/- PO Box 241, Te Kuiti 3941.
V J Williams & Sons
Funeral Directors
Association of NZ
RITCHIE, Gordon Victor Stanley
Gordon passed away peacefully on May 15, 2023 at Christchurch Hospital, aged 94 years. Dearly loved husband of Colleen; father and father-in-law of Gillian and Philip, Janine, Joanne and Keith; grandad to Christopher, Stuart, and Thomas; and brother and brother-in-law to Jim and Joan, Maurice and Joy, the late June and the late Bob, and Carmel and John. Messages for the Ritchie Family may be sent c/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. Cut flowers only, please. Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Patrick’s Catholic Church, corner of Gerald Street and West Belt, Lincoln, on Monday, May 22 at 10.00am, to be followed by interment at Lincoln Cemetery.
GEERLINGS, Louise (Loesje) (Johnston)
Passed away unexpectedly at Hawke’s Bay Regional Hospital on May 16, 2023. Loved wife and soul mate of Cliff Johnston. Much loved Mum of Peter and Daniel. Special Oma of Isabella, and treasured sister and sister-in-law of all her brothers and sisters. A celebration of Louise’s life will be held in the Beth Shan Chapel, cnr of Maraekakaho and Orchard Roads, Hastings, on Wednesday, May 24, at 1.30pm. Messages to the Geerlings Family, c/o PO Box 439, Napier 4140.
ROBERTS, Lorraine Elizabeth (formerly Collins)(nee Allan)
Passed away peacefully at home. Loved wife of Graeme. Loving mother of Aimee, Daniel and Brent. Adored Nana. A service to celebrate Lorraine’s life will be held in the Greenwood Chapel, Hamilton Park Cemetery, Morrinsville Road, Newstead, Saturday, 20th May 2023 at 11.00am. All communications to the Roberts family c/- 6 Tamihana St, Matamata.
MILES, Beth
Passed peacefully on 16th May 2023 at Sevenoaks. Dearly loved sister of Alison, Elaine (dec) & Bill. Loved by her many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Sevenoaks staff in the Matai Wing for their care and kindness. A service to celebrate Beth’s life will be held at Cedarwood, 17 Parata Street, Waikanae, on Saturday 20th May 2023 at 3.00pm. The service is being livestreamed https
PARK, Raymond Russell
Passed away in Hamilton on Tuesday 16th May 2023, surrounded by family. Aged 93 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Joyce. Loved father of John, Maureen, Karen, Debbie, Geoffrey, Leslie, Cathryn, and Stephen. Loved grandfather of 42. Loved by his many great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. The service for Ray will be held at The Temple View Stake Centre, Tuhikaramea Road, on Monday, 22nd May at 11.00am, followed by burial at the Hamilton Park Cemetery, 395 Morrinsville Road, Newstead. Ray is able to be viewed from 10.30am prior to the service at the chapel. All correspondence for the Park family, c/- PO Box 276, Hamilton 3240.
O’CONNOR, Angeline Josephine
Angeline left this world peacefully on Tuesday, 16 May 2023, after a courageous battle.
Gone too soon
Treasured wife of Sean (deceased). Loved mother of David and Anthony, mother-in-law to Hannah, and Fiona. Loved Nana of Daniel and Oliver. Loved daughter of Varah and Angeline Rankin (both deceased). Loved sister, sister-in-law, aunty, niece and cousin. Friend to and loved by many. A Requiem Mass will be held to celebrate Angeline’s life at St Theresa’s Catholic Church, James Street, Plimmerton, on Tuesday, 23 May, at 11.00am. In lieu of flowers, donations to Mary Potter Hospice would be greatly appreciated. To donate
GIBBS, Colin Ogilvie
Born February 25, 1930, passed away on April 12, 2023. Passed away peacefully in the presence of his loving family at home. Dearly loved husband and very best mate of Maureen. Treasured Dad to Christine, Michael and Jacqui. Loved and respected father-in-law to Eddie, Emma and Chris. Adored Grandfather to his grandchildren Sahita and Tom, Alea, Matt and Imogen, Nic and Ashley, Jules and Shannen, Johan, Zoe, Eliza and Rafe and Phoebe and Sam. Adored Great-Grandfather to Thea, Frankie and Bobby. Loved brother of Alan and Uncle to a close extended family. He touched many with his genuine care and interest and will be sadly missed. With a life lived so fully there is much to celebrate. A memorial service to celebrate Colin’s life will be held in the St John’s Church, 563 Fergusson Drive, Trentham, Upper Hutt on Friday 19th May at 3.30pm. Communications to the Gibbs Family, C/- PO Box 2070 Whakatane, 3159 or online at willettsfuneralservices.co.nz
MOFFATT, Eileen Elizabeth(nee Duggan)
On 11 May 2023 peacefully at Sevenoaks Hospital, Paraparumu, Eileen passed away. Eileen was aged 92 and the much loved wife of Bill for over 70 years. Mother and mother-in-law of Dianne, Kelvin and Marilyn, Karen and Dennis. Grandmother of Lauren and Seb, Kelsey and Caleb, Cameron and Georgia, Hamish and Anna. Great-grandmother of Noah and Luca. Special thanks to the staff of Sevenoaks who cared for Eileen over the last few months. Eileen’s funeral has been held.
HARRIS, Rita
Born 28 November 1932. Died peacefully on 9 May 2023; aged 90 years, at the Malvina Major Care Centre, Johnsonville, Wellington. Dearly loved wife of the late Rod Harris, and mother and mother-in-law of Julie and Sue and Wayne (deceased), and grandmother to Anthony, Mark and Ashley, and Matthew and Susie. Our special thanks to the wonderful staff at the Malvina Major Care Centre for their care and support to mum and us. Messages to the Harris family may be left in Rita’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted c/- 4 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037. “Mum, you and Dad will always be with us in our hearts and in our thoughts”. In accordance with Rita’s wishes a private cremation has been held.
MOFFATT, Eileen Elizabeth (nee Duggan)
On May 11, 2023, peacefully at Sevenoaks Hospital, Paraparumu, Eileen passed away. Eileen was aged 92 and the much loved wife of Bill for over 70 years. Mother and mother-in-law of Dianne, Kelvin and Marilyn, Karen and Dennis. Grandmother of Lauren and Seb, Kelsey and Caleb, Cameron and Georgia, Hamish and Anna. Great-grandmother of Noah and Luca. Special thanks to the staff of Sevenoaks who cared for Eileen over the last few months. Eileen’s funeral has been held.
ADAMS, Bruce John
On May 12, 2023, at Arvida St Albans, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband for 60 years of Maire. Loved father and father-in-law of Wendy and Neil, Sandra, and JB. Loved grandad of Jason, Matthew, and Amy. Loved old grandad of Chloe and Grace.
Forever loved, now at rest.
Following Bruce’s wishes a private cremation has taken place.
SMITH, Betty Jane
Aged 89 years, of Wendon Valley, Pounawea, Gore. Passed away peacefully on Monday, May 15, 2023, at Windsor Park Care Home. Dearly loved wife of the late Stuart Smith for nearly 65 years. Dearly loved mother and mother in-law of Evelyn Paterson, David and Elizabeth Smith, Jennifer and Darryl Branthwaite, Pamela Graham, Raewyn and Neil Miller, Peter and Lisa Smith. Treasured Nana of Jonathan and Carlene, Timothy, Stuart and Jess; Anna and Tim, Emily and Felix, Laura and Alex, Katrina and Liam, and Charlotte; Mathew and Gabby, Daniel and Miranda; Claire and Zac; Jessica, Mark and the late Rebekah; Simon and Zoe, and loved Great-Grandmother of Kayleigh; Joshua and Micah; Benjamin and Lucas.
“Resting peacefully with her Lord and Stuart”.
Betty’s family appreciate and acknowledge all the loving care and support provided by Bupa Windsor Park Care Home over the last 5 years. A Service of thanksgiving for Betty’s life will be held in the Calvin Community Church, Robertson Street, Gore, on Friday, May 19 at 10.30am, leaving thereafter for the Waikaka Cemetery.
NELSON, Mervyn James
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mervyn James Nelson (“Merv”) on Thursday, May 11, 2023. Beloved husband to Tijani; cherished father and father-in-law to Anthony and Casey, Christie, and Clayton, and doting grandfather to Cyrah, Milán, Simone, Evelyn, and Lewis. Merv’s memory lives on through his loved ones. Merv was a brother and brother-in-law to Sheryl, and the late Bronwyn and John Evans. Merv will also be dearly missed by Joanna, Hemi, Ana and Fernalynn. In accordance with Merv’s wishes, a private family service has been held. Condolences may be directed to Distinct Funerals at 69 Bond Street, Invercargill, or can be left on Merv’s tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz As we mourn Merv’s departure, we remember his warmth, wisdom, and enduring spirit. His legacy remains a beacon in our lives.
Rest in peace, Mervyn James Nelson.
Your light continues to guide us.
MILLER, Janet Isobel (Dodd)
On Saturday, May 13, 2023. Dearly loved daughter of *Gordon and *May, loved and respected sister and sister-in-law of *Dorothy and *Tom and Mervyn and Margaret. A much-loved Aunty of all her nieces and nephews.
(*denotes deceased)
R.I.P.
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