ADAMS, Allan James
(Of Kaiapoi). On May 15, 2023, passed peacefully at Ngaio Marsh Hospital in his 89th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Shirley, and loved friend of Patricia. Much loved Dad and father-in-law of Janine and Martin Pinkham, John, and Shane and Michele. Loved Grandad of Steven, Ryan, Hamish, Thomas, Crystal, Olivia, Ashley and their partners. Grandfather of Stephanie, Samantha, and Michael, and a caring great-grandfather. Allan was a loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. A special thank you to The Urology Department at Christchurch Hospital and the staff at Ngaio Marsh for their wonderful care of Allan. Messages may be sent to the Adams family, c/- PO Box 263, Kaiapoi 7644. A service to celebrate Allan’s life will be held in the Kaiapoi Club, Raven Quay, Kaiapoi, on Friday, May 19, 2023 at 2.00pm. The service will be livestreamed on https
SHARPE, Peter Geoffrey
Peter died peacefully in Sydney on May 11, 2023, aged 81, with family at his side. Beloved husband of Sue, much loved by his sons Andrew and Greg, his grandchildren, family and friends. He was an inspiring man and he will be remembered for his loyalty, good humour, love of life, and that wonderful smile! Privately cremated, as Peter requested.
WALTER, Katherine Alicia
3.11.1935 — 13.5.2023
Beloved wife of the late John, Mother of Deborah and Steve, Nana of Ben, James, Allie, and Ariel. Privately cremated.
O’LEARY, Maurice Patrick
On May 14, 2023, at Christchurch Hospital with family at his side, aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband and companion of Shirley for 58 years, a respected and devoted father of Mary, and David, and Anya. Treasured “Maurie” of Dana. A loved brother of Ivan, Neil, Mary (all deceased), Brian, Ann, Joan (deceased), Terry (deceased), John, and Bernard, and their partners. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Maurice O’Leary, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of Maurice’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Monday 22, at 10.00am.
RYAN, Josephine Mary (Josie) (formerly O’Regan, nee Gallagher)
Passed away at home, with family by her side, on 14 May 2023. Wife of the late Terry O’Regan and Jack Ryan, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Charmayne, Yvonne (deceased), Erin, Tony and Kathryn, Joanne, Kathy and Meerten, Marie (deceased), Rosie and Peter, and Paddy. Loved by her 16 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Loved sister of Catherine and the late Patricia. Aunty to her nieces and nephews. Much loved stepmother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother to all of Jack Ryan’s family. A service to celebrate Josie’s life will be held at the St Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 152 Stokes Valley Road, Stokes Valley on Friday 19 May 2023 at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, donations to Te Omanga Hospice Lower Hutt would be much appreciated for their great care and help in Mum’s last days.
FORD, Robert Victor (Rob)
Surrounded by the immense love of his family, Rob passed away at Waipuna Hospice on Monday 15 May 2023; aged 58 years. Husband, best friend, and soulmate of Julie. Proud and loving dad to James and Olivia. Much loved only son of the late Glen and Teisa Ford, and lovingly remembered by Brian and Shirley Fellows.
Rob will be forever missed and never forgotten by his family and many friends.
A Celebration of Rob’s life will be held in Elliotts Chapel, 414 Cameron Road, Tauranga, on Friday 19th May 2023 at 11.00am, followed by a private burial on Saturday. For livestreaming, please refer to elliottsfunerals.co.nz under “Upcoming Funerals”.
LACKNER, Gina Mavis (GMA)
1938 Classic has passed away peacefully at home in Blenheim. Aged 84 years. Much loved wife of the late Ted Lackner, a loved mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend of many. Messages may be sent to 9 McKenzie Street, Witherlea, Blenheim 7201. A celebration of Gina’s life will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 11.00am Next Wednesday, May 24, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery. The service will be livestreamed and details may be accessed from our website www.sowmans.co.nz...
BAKER, Gordon Malcolm
Of Levin, formerly of Pinehaven Upper Hutt, on 14 May 2023 at Levin Home for War Veterans, aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband of Shirley. Loving father and father-in-law of Christine and Tom, Raewyn and Glenn, Heather and Grant, Jacqueline and Faavae, Warren (dec) and Russell (dec). Much loved Poppa of Natasha, Rebecca, Ryan, Shane, Leigh, Callum, Michael, Gordon, Charlotte, and Tana. Great-Poppa to Jayden, Kurtis, Ava, Quinn, Zoe and Maci. A celebration of Gordon’s life will be held at Harvey’s Chapel, 284 Oxford Street, Levin, on Monday 22 May 2023 at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation.
LORD, Elise May
Died peacefully on May 13, 2023, after a short illness. Dearly loved and sorely missed by her family and friends. Special thanks to Addington Gardens Rest Home and Ward B5 Christchurch Hospital for their care of Elise.
FORD, Robert (Rob)
Passed away Monday, May 15, 2023. Loved son-in-law of Brian and Shirley Fellows. Loved brother-in-law of Dianne, Maree, Nick and Gary. Loved Uncle of Ryan, Jonathan, Matthew, Katie and Kelly.
You will always be in our hearts Robbie.
WEBB, Jeremy Kelvin
On May 11, 2023, aged 25. A dearly loved son of Felicity and Sattar Hussain and Richard and Kalz Webb. A loved brother and friend of Laura and Scott. Adored father of Sophia, Poppy and Hazeleigh, and stepfather to Raiden. Loved partner of Bailey. A loved grandson, nephew, and cousin. Messages C/- the Webb family to 78 Brisbane Street, Waltham, Christchurch 8023. In lieu of flowers, donations to www.iamhope.co.nz... would be appreciated and may be made online. A celebration of Jeremy’s life will be held at the Canterbury Crematorium Chapel, Cnr Linwood Avenue & Keighleys Road, on Friday, May 19 at 1.00pm.
MURRAY, David
On 14 May 2023 David passed away peacefully, with his cherished wife Lorraine by his side. Much loved father of Brent, Tony and Blair, father-in-law of Ally, Nikki and Sylvie (dec), brother of Gabrielle, Bill (dec), Richard, Jude and Barb. Proud grandfather of Kate, Emma, Amy, Sofia, Ana and Dominic. Messages and tributes can be placed in David’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... where you can also join the service via live-stream. In lieu of flowers donations to St John Ambulance please. A Memorial Service to celebrate and farewell David will be held at the Hutt Bowling Club, 6 Myrtle Street, Lower Hutt, on Tuesday 23 May 2023 at 3.00pm. All Welcome.
RYAN, Nancy
On Tuesday, May 9, 2023, peacefully at Rose Court Rest Home. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Brenda and John Parlane. Much loved Nanny of Thomas, Matthew and Hannah.
“Your love and wisdom is still our guide”
Rest In Peace
GREEN, Robyn Marie
17.9.1957 — 10.5.2023
After a long suffering illness, Robyn passed away in the early hours at the Hospice. Loved daughter of the late Lewis and Marjorie (née Kingi) Green, loved mother of Ricky-Jack. Loved sister of Donna, Tessa and Greg Rangi, Lewis, Andrew and Brady. Loved Nan to her four granddaughters, and a much loved aunty to all her nieces and nephews. A special thank you to the Hospice, Gemma McKinley, MacDonald whanau and all the carers throughout her illness. Robyn has been laid to rest at the Urupa at Grovetown at her request.
R.I.P. Robyn.
STOCKDALE, Ethel Mildred (née Orr)
Died peacefully at Hospice Marlborough on Sunday, May 14, 2023. In her 94th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Dick Stockdale and Alex Duthie. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Angela and John, Liz, Murray and Di, Owen and Sandra, and Gordon and Beryl. Adored grandmother and great-grandmother of many. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or to a/c 03-1369-0365207-00 Ref. STOCKDALE. Messages may be sent to 11 Wilson Street, Seddon 7210. A service to celebrate Ethel’s life will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim, at 2.00pm on Thursday, May 18, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. If you wish to leave a tribute for the family, please visit our website www.sowmans.co.nz...
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