BROWN, Shona Ellen
12.3.1937 — 10.5.2023
On Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at her home in Christchurch. Loved wife of Richard (Jim) Brown. Mother of Keith, Julie and Peter, sister of Ramon.
"Will be sadly missed"
At Shona’s wish her body has been bequeathed to Medical Science.
HOARE, Dave
Of Titahi Bay. Peacefully at Wellington Hospital on 10 May 2023. Much loved partner of Lisa, and father of Kevin, Stefan, Bradley, Tegan, and Leonnie. Poppa to all his grandchildren. A service for Dave will be held in the Ninness Funeral Home Chapel, 17 Kenepuru Drive, Porirua, on Monday 15 May 2023 at 11.00am.
SCHOFIELD, David William (Billy)
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, aged 77 years. Loved son of the late George and June Schofield, loved brother of Annette, Karen, and the late Christine, and a loved uncle of his many nieces and nephews. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Billy Schofield, c/-
PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Funeral Service for Billy will be held in our AvonPark Chapel, corner of Pages and Kerrs Roads, Linwood, on Tuesday, May 16, at 2.30pm.
JOHNSON, Jeanette Pamala (nee Wilde)
Passed away peacefully at Diana Isaac Retirement Village, on Thursday, May 11, 2023, aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Geoffrey. Much loved Mother and mother-in-law of Lisa and Alan, Colin (deceased), Neil, and Ian. Loved Nana of Hayley, Rebecca, Bailey, Matthew, Aleka, Marlow, Ben and Samantha. Heartfelt thanks to the carers and nurses, and also Dr John Coughlan for their loving care of our mum. Messages to the Johnson family, c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. In accordance with Jeanette’s wishes a private cremation has taken place.
UPTON, Helen Margaret (nee de Souza)
Peacefully on Thursday 11th May 2023. Dearly loved wife of Peter Upton (dec). Mother of Tony and grandmother of Charlie and Cara. Sister of Gabrielle and Mary. Aunt to her many nieces & nephews. A Requiem Mass to celebrate Helen’s life will be held at Our Lady of Kapiti Catholic Church, 1 Presentation Way, Paraparaumu, on Saturday 20th May at 11.00am, followed by burial at Waikanae Cemetery.
MERRIN, Barbara (nee Eder)
With much sadness we announce the passing of Barbara peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, in her 94th year, on May 10 2023, surrounded by her loving family. A loved wife and soulmate of Ronnie, together at last, mother and mother-in-law of Lynn and John, Pauline and Donald, Sandy and Steve, Nana of David and Nicola, Sarah and Nathan, Janelle and Kirk (deceased), Anna and Mitch, Andrew and Nicole, Rebecca and Travis and Matthew, and Great-Nana, Nana Barbara, and Nanskies of her 11 great-grandchildren. Words cannot describe our loss, and life without you will never be the same. Our memories of you will be cherished by us all. A huge thank you to St John’s and Christchurch Hospital staff for the great care of Barbara. As was Barbara’s wishes, a private funeral will be held. Messages to the Merrin family, c/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440.
ANDERSEN, Dorothy Florence June (Dot)
Died peacefully surrounded by her family on 11th May 2023. Dearly loved wife of the late Trevor. Mother and mother-in-law of Murray and Ali, Gary and Pat, Kerry and Minnie (Mihi), Kevin, Mark, Tobi and Kim, Craig and Steff, and Sue. Much loved sister to Margaret and Lorraine. Adored "Nana" to her many grandchildren.
Dot’s love, warmth and laughter will never be forgotten.
A graveside service was held the following day at Whenua Tapu Cemetery where she was finally reunited with her beloved Trev.
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WESTON, Doreen Winifred
Passed away peacefully 11 May 2023, aged 93 years. Much loved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Thanks to the Oceania staff at Eldon Lodge and Meadowbank Care Suites for their kindness and care. A memorial service for Doreen will be held at a later date.
McLELLAN, Ven. Kenneth Ian
On Thursday, May 11, 2023, peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Aged 82. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Chrissie. Much loved father, Poppie, brother, uncle and friend. Messages for the McLellan family, c/- PO Box 5191, Palmerston North 4441. Donations to Arohanui Hospice at arohanuihospice.org.nz. A service for Ian will be held in St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Ruahine Street, Palmerston North, on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at 1.30pm.
“Together with the Lord whom he loved and faithfully served” “My Father’s house has many rooms… I am going there to prepare a place for you.”
PATTERSON, Glenys Myrtle (nee Heinz)
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CAIRD, Kathleen Frances (Kathy)
On 10 May 2023 surrounded by family, aged 83. Loved wife and soulmate of the late Owen. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Lynette and Graham Turner, Sue and John Kampshof, Brian and Leanne, Donna and Tony Marriner. Special Nana of Matt and Sarah; Tash and Troy; Mikayla and Brianna; John, Ryan, Aimee and the late Larissa. Cherished Nana Kathy to Summer, Ella, Cedar, Rusch, Kash, Noa, Grayson, Claire, AJ, Jax, and Aylah. Following a private family burial a celebration of Kathy’s life will be held at the Te Aroha RSA, Rewi St, Te Aroha on Wednesday 17th May at 1.00pm.
“With a smile and an embrace so warm, filled with kindness and love for us all, in our hearts you hold a place, that no one else will ever replace.”
Messages to the Caird family C/- Broadway Funeral Home, 10 Short St, Matamata 3400.
SPARKS, Gordon Jarvis
Suddenly at Christchurch Hospital, on May 11, 2023, aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Helen. Loved father and father-in-law of Roger and Amanda (Hinds), Linda and Neil Millar (Rolleston), and Julie and Edwin Pibal (Wellington). Cherished Grandad of Danielle and Benn, Roger and Brooke, George and Shellz, Taylor, and Victoria and great-grandfather of Macci, and Payton. Messages to
RONGONUI, David Taurakaha
Dearly loved son of the late Anikoheriki and Ihaia Tumahuki Rongonui, who passed away peacefully on 10th May 2023, at Trinity Home and Hospital. Loving husband of Shona. Loved father of Rahiri, Pihama, Rangiroa, Kim, Janine, Lee, Reece, Te Pononga and the late Ihaia Teina Rongonui, and all his mokopuna.
A Service will be held at Oeo Pa, Oeo, at 11.00am, on Monday 15th May 2023. Following the service, a final committal will be held at the Taranaki Crematorium at 2.30pm.
ALEXANDRE, Adrienne Elizabeth
On Thursday, May 11, 2023, at Anthony Wilding Retirement Village, Christchurch. Dearest Sister of Lyn, and the late Brian, and Gary, loving sister-in-law of Marie and friend of Grant (Gold Coast). Aunt of Grant and Suzanne, Karen (Gold Coast), Michelle and Mike. Great-Aunt of Mykah, Noah, and Jamie. Messages can be addressed to the family of the late Adrienne Alexandre, c/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013.
A courageous fighter
to the end
At Adrienne’s request no service will be held, private cremation.
BARTRUM, Helen Vera
On May 11, 2023, peacefully with family at Anthony Wilding Hospital, leaving Brian, her loved husband for 64 years and friend since Helen was 15. Loved mother of Kay Hood and Ian Bartrum, and loved grandmother of Andrew and Bea Hood. Special thanks to the caring staff of the Wimbledon Room and the Special Care Unit. Messages for the Bartrum Family may be sent c/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. Helen’s funeral service will be held at the Cashmere Presbyterian Church, corner of Dyers Pass Road and MacMillan Avenue, Cashmere, Christchurch, at 11.00am, on Tuesday, May 16, to be followed by a private cremation.
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