TOPP, Graeme Henry
23.12.1943 – 11.05.2023
Died suddenly at Flaxmore Lifecare Rest Home after a long illness. Much loved husband of Colleen, and the late Rosemary. Very much loved father and father-in-law of Selwyn and Paula; Nyssa; Justine and Tim; Rodney and Tracy. Much loved Poppy of Ben, Alysha, Bella, Liam, Iyla, and his step-grandchildren Pru and Ebony. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Marlene, Elaine, Lois, Merwyn and their partners. Loved Uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Well known as a dedicated supporter and coach of the Special Olympics. In lieu of flowers donations to the SPCA can be made at the service or online https
BELLAMY, Janice
Peacefully surrounded by family at Taranaki Base Hospital, New Plymouth on Friday, 12th May 2023. All details to follow.
COKER, Harold James
Peacefully at the Observatory Village. With family by his side on Thursday, May 11, 2023. Aged 97 years. Loved and loving husband of the late Shirley and the late Rona. Loved and loving father and father-in-law of Allan and Sue, Margaret and Geoff Pye, Brian and Helen and Malcolm and Karyn and Stepfather and stepfather-in-law of Denise and the late Bill, Carol and Neville, Lorraine and Mark and Janet and Bill. Loved and loving Grandpa of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loved brother of the late Ron. The family wish to thank the staff at the Observatory Village for the wonderful care given to Harold. In lieu of flowers a donation to St John, PO Box 554, Oamaru would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Coker family C/- Margaret Pye, 11 Hotop Place, Cromwell 9310. A service for Harold will be held in St Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Coquet Street, Oamaru on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 1.00pm, followed by private cremation.
WILLIAMS, Loraine Olive(née Tindall)(formerly Chinnery)
On Thursday, May 11, 2023, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 74 years. Loved only daughter of the late Olive and Arthur Tindall, wife of the late Kevin Chinnery and the late Rex Williams, dearly loved Mum and mother-in-law of Clint and Isabella, Rachel and David, Zane and Shar, and Ingrid, loved Nana to Sydine and Lyndon Chinnery, Jack and Cole Barrie, Jayden and Shikera Chinnery. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Loraine Williams, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The celebration of Loraine’s life will be held in our AvonPark Chapel, corner of Kerrs and Pages Roads, Linwood, on Thursday, May 18, at 2.30pm.
JOHNSTON, Chrissie Shields (nee Haldane)
Passed away peacefully at Windsor Care Rest Home and Hospital on May 12, 2023; aged 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Ian, mother and mother-in-law of Derek and Sherry, Fiona and Darren, grandma to Scott and Melissa, AJ, Rebekah and Tim, and great-grandma to Edith. Sister and sister-in-law of the late Gilchrist and Anne. Chrissie will be forever loved and missed by all, including her family at Linwood Salvation Army Corps. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Salvation Army or Windsor Care would be greatly appreciated. A service will be held at The Salvation Army Linwood Corps; 177 Linwood Ave, Linwood, on Thursday, May 18 at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation.
DEAMER, Gill
On Wednesday 10 May 2023, Gill passed away at home after a long brave battle with MS. A much loved wife of Andrew, loving mother to Clare and Jo, and an adored Nanny to her 5 precious Grandsons. Gill was 68 years old. A funeral for Gill will be held at The Whenua Tapu Crematorium Chapel, Airlie Road, Pukerua Bay, on Tuesday 16 May, commencing at 2.00pm. In lieu of flowers donations to Mary Potter Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service or made online at marypotter.org.nz.
GERRISH, Robert Edward(Bob)
On May 10th, 2023, aged 77, Bob passed peacefully. Dearly loved partner of the late Colleen Lightfoot. Loved stepfather to Gary, Jack and Ken Lightfoot. Loved by his grandchildren Nicole, Ben, Kirsty, Hayley and Ashleigh. Much loved great-grandfather to Nikau, Kova, Jed, Lucas and Georgie.
Will be dearly missed by all.
A service to celebrate Bob’s life will be held in the Seddon Park Funeral Home Chapel, cnr Seddon Road and Somerset Street, Hamilton, on Monday 15 May, at 10.00am. All communications to the Gerrish family, PO Box 5523, Frankton, Hamilton 3242.
MANSEL, Richard Charles (Mac)
On May 10, 2023, at Ashburton, aged 71 years. Dearly loved husband of Sue. Father and father-in-law of Cameron and Jo, and step-father of Bruce and Adrienne Young, and Philip and Lisa Young. Loved “Mac” to his nine grandchildren. Messages to the Mansel family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Mac’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, on Thursday May 18, commencing at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.
HIGGINS, James Alyn (Jim)
FIITP ITCP. Passed away peacefully on 11th May 2023, surrounded by his loving family, at a youthful 80 years of age. Adored and adoring husband of Judith. Loved and loving father and stepfather of Carol, Linda, Susan, Amy, Jane, and Sophie. Doting grandfather of Sam, Grace, Alex, Kaitlin, Anna, Leah, Nathan, and Henry. Family extends their huge gratitude to Karori Village Metlifecare for the kindness and consideration given to Jim. A funeral service for Jim will be held at St Teresa’s Church, Karori, on Thursday 18th May at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation. Messages for the family can be sent to C/- Lychgate Funerals, 306 Willis Street, Aro Valley, Wellington.
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MATHEWS, Glenys Rhonda (nee Beach)
On May 8, 2023, passed away peacefully, aged 77 years. Dearly loved wife of Wally, adored mum of Michael, David, Derralyn, and Vanessa, cherished nana of eight, and treasured great nana of two. A private cremation has taken place, and a memorial service will be held at Richmond Cemetery. Our family are extremely thankful and grateful for the care given by the fantastic staff in Ward 12, Christchurch Hospital.
"Judge your age by friends not years”
MATHEWS, Glenys Rhonda(nee Beach)
On May 8, 2023, passed away peacefully, aged 77 years. Dearly loved wife of Wally, adored mum of Michael, David, Derralyn, and Vanessa, cherished nana of eight, and treasured great-nana of two. A private cremation has taken place, and a memorial service will be held at Richmond Cemetery. Our family are extremely thankful and grateful for the care given by the fantastic staff in Ward 12, Christchurch Hospital.
"Judge your age by friends not years"
MATHEWS, Glenys Rhonda
On May 8, 2023, passed away peacefully, aged 77 years. Loving and treasured wife of Walter (Wally), sadly missed by Debbie, (the late) Sid, Sally-Ann and Tony, cherished nana of Emily, and Sean. A private cremation has taken place with a memorial service at a later date. Sincere thanks to all Glenys’ caregivers for their love and support. Messages to 8 Guise Street, Temuka.
GRIMWOOD, Geoffrey Laurence
On May 10, 2023 peacefully at the Christchurch Hospital, aged 78 years. Beloved husband to Wendy, treasured father and father-in-law to Stephen, Sarah and Nigel and adored grandad to Ryan, and Braxton. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Warren and Glennis, Adele and Jeremy, Dawn and the late Allan, and a loving uncle to his many nieces and nephews. The family would like to acknowledge the wonderful volunteers and staff from Dementia Canterbury and Christchurch Hospital for their wonderful care and love they showed to Geoffrey and his family. In lieu of flowers donations to Dementia Canterbury would be appreciated and can made by visiting dementiacanterbury.org.nz/get-involved/donations in Geoffrey’s memory. Messages to the Grimwood family, C/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. A celebration of Geoffrey’s life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, Richmond, Christchurch on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at 10.00am.
MacDONALD, Jocelyn Mary
Sadly passed away peacefully at Epworth Hospital, Melbourne, on Wednesday May 10, 2023, surrounded by family, aged 76. Formerly of Picton, NZ. Dearly loved wife of James, loved mother and mother-in-law of Cheryl and John, and Kelvin and Jennifer. Treasured Granny to William, Isabella, Sophie, Hannah, Emma, Kate and Jamie. Daughter of the late Graham and Doris Bugler, sister and sister-in-law to Peter and Kahu, Gary and Kathleen, Murray and Barbara, Late Warwick and Jill, Lloyd and Christine, Lorraine and Ann.
Will be missed forever.
May you now rest in peace.
Funeral service to be held on Thursday, May 18 in Melbourne. Streaming details to come.
MACKINTOSH, Robert John Barry (John)
On May 11, 2023, peacefully at WesleyCare, aged 94 years. Dearly loved husband of Elizabeth (Betty) for 62 years, loved father and father-in-law of Stuart and Chris, Jan and Paul, treasured grandad of Olivia and Jenna; Dean, Holly and Caleb.
Will be sadly missed.
Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late John Mackintosh c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The Funeral Service for John will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Tuesday, May 16, at 2.00pm, private cremation thereafter.
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