Death Notices

A place to remember and celebrate the lives of those no longer with us

Recent Notices in New Zealand

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MERRITT, Clive George Hargreaves

Born January 24, 1933. Passed away peacefully on May 13, 2023 at Logan Campbell Retirement Village, Auckland, in his 91st year. Dearly loved husband of Pauline. Loving father and father-in-law to Andrea and Philip, and Fiona and Brodie. Proud Pop to Anna, Emily, Claudia, Ben and Lucinda. According to Clive’s wishes a private cremation has taken place.

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BRETT, Zena Merle(nee Duschenski)

Born 6.1.1937
Died 12.5.2023
After a short illness. Beloved wife of the late Rex. Mother and mother-in-law to Michael & Georg, Melanie & John, Greg & Fleur, Geraldine & Jonathan. Grandmother to 14 and Great-Grandmother to 17. She will be farewelled with private family cremation. A celebration of her life to be held at Plum Meadows, 1015 Taniwha Road, Te Kauwhata, 2pm, Saturday 20th May. All welcome. Contact Geraldine aucklandreids@icloud.com

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HIRST, Maurice Raymond Noel (Noel)

On May 9, 2023, in Tauranga. Loved husband of Val. Loved brother of Norman (Feilding) and Colin (Halcombe). Loved by all his nieces and nephews. In accordance with Noel’s wishes, a private family service has been held.

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HENDERSON, Collier George(Scottie, CG)

Passed away peacefully at Logan Campbell Hospital after a short battle with Pneumonia on Tuesday 2nd May 2023, aged 89. Dearly loved husband of Sophie. Loved Father and father-in-law of Jules and Geoff, Keri and John, Mark and Suzy. Treasured Grans of Hugo, Ollie, Matt, Jack and Louie. Cherished Great-Grans of Wolfe.
Memories are forever.
A private cremation has been held.

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ROBINSON, Annie Louisa (Anne/Ani)

Passed away peacefully on Mothers Day Sunday 14th May 2023 in her 100th year in Waikato Hospital, Hamilton. Dearly loved daughter of the late Mary Louisa Wallace and Thomas Thorner of Petone. Dearly loved wife of the late Joseph Rowley Robinson (“Robbie”) and also the late Bertie Thomas Sebelin, mother to her children and grandchildren. A beloved friend and neighbor of Grant and Barbra Pearse, Jacqui Dallas, Gill McLean, Hine and George Chase, Jane and Stuart Mann, Goldie and Roly Josephs, and Soraya Barker. Anne will lie in the home she loved and lived in to the end at 24A Maynard Drive, Temple View, Hamilton from 10am Tuesday 2023 until her funeral service which will be held on Wednesday 17 May 2023 at 10am in the David O McKay Stake and Events Centre, Tuhikaramea Road, Temple View, Hamilton. She will then be taken to join her beloved Robbie at the Hamilton Park Cemetery at Newstead. All communications to Soraya Barker, 33 Harwood Street, Hamilton, ph 021 023 89 313.

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McKAY, John Wyndham (Nugget)

Peacefully at Ranfurly Residential Care Centre, Feilding, on Saturday 13th May 2023, aged 72 years. Much loved Dad of Kate and Scott, Tim and Leesh, and Joseph. Loved Grandad of Liam, Ryan, Trystan, Quylla and Squrye. Loved brother of Simon, Chris, Cushla, Jody, Quentin, Gerard (deceased) and families. A service to celebrate Nugget’s life will be held in William Cotton and Sons Funeral Chapel, 29 Beattie Street, Feilding, on Thursday 18th May 2023 at 1.00pm, followed by interment at Feilding Cemetery. Messages for the McKay family may be left on Nugget’s tribute page at www.williamcotton.co.nz...

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GLENN, Ruth Valerie

Passed away peacefully at Waikato Hospital on Saturday 13 May 2023, aged 91 years. Much loved and loving wife of the late Ian. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Andrew and Jinna, Val and Graeme, John and Megan. Adored Gran and Great-Gran of James, Charlotte, Rebecca, Annabel, Tom, Samantha and their families. A celebration of Ruth’s life will be held at Southwell School, 200 Peachgrove Road, Hamilton on Thursday 18 May at 1.00pm. Special thanks to Waikato Hospital staff and St Johns Ambulance. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation online to St Johns Ambulance in Ruth’s memory.

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BRETT, ZenaMerle(née Duschenski)

Returned back to her Creator on May 12th, 2023 her zest for life and her love for people kept her going until the very end. Her generosity and nothing is too hard attitude, her kindness and faith in Jesus Christ was inspiring. We are grateful for all we shared in life with you, we’re so glad we’ll see you again one day. Geraldine and Jonathan, Emily, William and Isabella Reid.
“But me? I will see your
face in righteousness;
when I awake, I will be filled full by seeing your image.”
Psalm 17

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STENHOUSE, Donald Alexander(Don)

At Christchurch Hospital, on May 14, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones. Much loved father and father-in-law of Alicia and Daniel, and Richard and Chrysta; Adored Poppa of Oscar, and Maddie; and baby Stenhouse. Loved partner and friend of Denise Weaver, and cherished friend of Mark and Leeanne, and Brent and Sarah; Loved Don Don of Will, and Emma. A loved brother of Jim and Maureen Stenhouse. Messages to

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KELLY, Helene Carole (nee Locke)

Peacefully on Wednesday 10th May, 2023, in her 75th year. Dearly loved wife of Neil, loved mother of Brad and Hayden and treasured Nan of Joy, Tian, Indi and Ruby. Loved only daughter of Oma & Pat Locke (both deceased), sister of Gary (deceased) and Kevin, and sister-in-law Janet. Niece of Grace & Ralph Gayton; Amy & Bob Bowen; Alick & Madge Peters; Les & Hazel Peters; Hugh & Jill Peters (all deceased); Jim Peters(deceased) and Velda. Fondly remembered by her 18 cousins. Helene’s service will be held at the Kapiti Coast Funeral Home, Paraparaumu, at 1.00pm on Wednesday 17th May.

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BAIRD, Robert Charles (Weirdo)

Of Otautau, passed suddenly on Saturday, May 13, 2023, aged 66. Dearly loved husband of Judy. Adored and respected father and best mate, and father-in-law of Bobby and AJ. Dearly missed Grandad of Jayda and Frankie. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Erlene and Neil, Violet and Stephen, Chris, Keith and Delwyn, and Mana; Sally and Gary, Colin, Roger and Wilma, Colleen and Tony. A service to celebrate Roberts life will be held in Otautau Connect on Friday, May 19 at 11.00am, followed by interment at Otautau Cemetery. Message can be sent to 58 Knutsford Road, Otautau 9610, or to Robert’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where there will also be a livestream link to the service.

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CUNNINGHAM, Anthony John (Tony/TC)

Passed away peacefully at Hutt Hospital, aged 61. Son of the late Alex & Rosemary. Beloved brother and brother-in-law of Michele & David, Nick and the late Steven. Uncle and great-uncle of Laura, Rich & baby Jack, Ann & Lennard. Will be deeply missed by Donna & Paul, Amy & Thomas, James, Olivia & Brad, Keira, Braxton and Parker. A funeral service for Tony will be held in Cornwall Manor, corner Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt, on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 11.00am, thereafter private cremation at Akatarawa. Tony’s service will be live-streamed, please contact Gee & Hickton for the link. All messages to the “Cunningham family” c/- PO Box 30-127, Lower Hutt 5040.

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LAVIS, Deryn Janet

Peacefully at Wellington Hospital on 14 May 2023, aged 68 years. Loved wife of Chris; mother and mother-in-law of Rachel and Geoffrey; grandmother of Caitlin; special friend of Helen, Pat and the entire NICU mafia. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Little Miracles Trust would be appreciated. A service for Deryn will be held in Cornwall Manor, cnr Knights Rd & Cornwall St, Lower Hutt, on Friday, 19 May at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation. All messages to “the Lavis family” PO Box 30-127, Lower Hutt 5040.

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PAGE, Pauline Mary

On Sunday, May 14, 2023, peacefully with family at Windsor Park Care Home, Gore, aged 74, following a long battle with dementia. Dearly loved wife of Graham, devoted mum of Nicola and Michael, Jackie and Matthew, Charlotte and Michael. Forever loving Nana to Benjamin, Max, and Luke; George, William, and Isla; Paige, and Freddie. Much loved sister to David and Hallie, and Margaret. Special thanks to the staff at Windsor Park Care Home for the care and support shown to Pauline and her family. A service to celebrate Pauline’s life will be held in the Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Ardwick Street, Gore, on Friday, May 19, at 2.30pm, thereafter, leaving for the Charlton Park Cemetery. Messages to 18 Takitimu Street, Gore 9710.

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CLINTON, Anthony David

09.07.1957 — 13.05.2023
After a courageous battle with cancer, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family. Dearly loved husband of Denise, loving father and father-in-law of Daniel, Hayden and Paulena, Johnathan. Loved brother of Elaine, Rosemary and Joe Catherwood, Kevin and Sue Clinton. Brother-in-law of Scott, Chris, Grant, Murray and their families. Loved Grandad of Alyssa, Hayley, Mason and Reese. Loved by all his nieces and nephews. You will be sadly missed.
When someone you love becomes a memory that memory becomes a treasure.
Anthony’s family would like to thank the Malvern nurses, and Dr Susan Ratcliffe at Darfield Medical Centre. A service will be held at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Telegraph Road, Darfield, on Thursday, May 18, at 11.00am, followed by interment.

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