LINDSAY, Grant Trevor
Of Te Anau. (formerly of Taranaki). Passed away unexpectedly on May 10, 2023, at his home. Much loved Father to SallyMay, Sophia, Rosie, and Georgia, and Father-in-law to Mike, Paul, and Brendan. Grandpop to Nina and Trixie, Frida, and Henry. Loved partner of Christine Pounsford. Brother to George, Bruce, and Glenys. Loved farmer, hunter and friend to many. A Funeral Service will be held at The Te Anau Country Club, Pop Andrews Drive, Te Anau, on Thursday, May 18, 2023, 1.00pm. A private cremation to follow. Messages to 83A Mount York Road, RD 1, Te Anau 9679 or to Grant’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz where the live stream link can be accessed.
McRAE, Jock (John Robert)
After a strong fought battle Jock passed away, surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, May 11, 2023; aged 61 years. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Julien. Much loved and devoted dad to Josh and Brittany, and Brad and Taylor. Loved and treasured Farm Grandad of Theo. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Steve and Deb, David and Karen, and Helen, and Derek Watson. Loved son-in-law of Jim and Noeline Evans, and much loved brother-in-law of David and Leanne Evans, and Paul and Kim Evans. Dearly loved by his nieces and nephews. Dearly loved nephew of the McRae and Hardiman families. Jock will be resting at home, 11 Flora Road, West Makarewa, until his service. A celebration of Jock’s life will be held at Avenal Park Funeral Home, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Friday, May 19, at 10.00am. Messages to 11 Flora Road West, RD 6, Invercargill 9876.
STANFIELD, Carole Margaret
Passed away peacefully on Thursday May 4, 2023. Dearly loved Mother of Denise and Colin Purdy. A very devoted Grandma of Scott and Dee, Jenna and Tyler, Grant and Amy, Matt and Sandra. Great-grandma of Lily, Grace and Tate.
“Words are few, thoughts are deep. Memories of you are ours to keep.”
STANFIELD, Carole Margaret (nee Hunter)
Passed away peacefully at Pohlen Hospital on Thursday, May 4, 2023, aged 84 years. Much loved Mother of Chris and Vicki. Cherished Grandma of Abbey, Adam and Madeline.
“Forever in our heats.”
Heartfelt thanks to the caring staff at Pohlen Hospital, Matamata Palliative Care.
BAXTER, Kathryn Anne (nee Goodhue)
1964 model. Died May 8, 2023. Loved wife of Brett and mum of Nick and Tim. If you are reading this, it means that I have handed in my final boarding pass and headed off on my next adventure.
If you knew me, thanks for being part of my journey and I’ll catch you on the flipside.
I’m having a private cremation for my leftovers but if you want to come and swap lies there will be an after match function at 1626 Queen Charlotte Drive with a date to be confirmed. Bring a smile and a plate.
SWEET, Noeline (nee Ilton)
Passed away May 14, 2021. Dearly loved wife of Graham (Cardiff, Wales) and loved mother of Richard (Brisbane), Mandy, David and Siôn (Cardiff). Daughter of the late Aaron and Olive Ilton (Nelson), and sister to Robin Luff (Nelson). A memorial service and interment of Noeline’s ashes with her parents will take place TODAY, Friday, May 12, 2023, at 2.30pm, Marsden Valley Cemetery. The service can be viewed online at www.shoneandshirley.com....
McGHEE, Margaret Rose
Passed away 5 May 2023 in her 77th year. A beautiful gentle treasured lady now at peace. Devoted daughter of Olive Millicent McGhee (dec). Dearly loved sister of Mervyn (dec), Raymond (dec), Murray Malcolm (dec), Bill Malcolm, Joan Stringer, Fay Cooper and Shona Ryan. Loved sister-in-law of Rosemary Malcolm, Trevor Stringer (dec), Albert Cooper and Peter Ryan. Loved and treasured aunty and great-aunty of all her nephews & nieces and great nephews & nieces. A private service has been held in Margaret’s honour.
"Forever loved"
SKELTON, Emanuela Valeria (Nella)
Of Levin, peacefully on 9 May 2023, at Levin Home for War Veterans, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of the late William (Bill). Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Anthony and Christine, David, Maria and Phil. Loved Nana of Leah, Benjamin, Isaac, Amy, Rose and Daniel. Loved Great-Grandmother to all her great-grandchildren and will be sadly missed by all. Loving only daughter of the late Fred and Maria Pratt. Many thanks to all the staff of Levin War Veterans for their care of Nella. A service for Nella will be held at The Salvation Army Worship and Community Centre, Durham Street, Levin, on Tuesday 16 May at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to the Breast Cancer Foundation would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Skelton Family c/- 284 Oxford Street, Levin 5510.
HIKAKA, Wairehu (Hik)
The Waitara Lions are very sad about the death of our Charter Member, Hik. He has been a loyal and supportive member of this Club since 1966. At our meetings he was our wine connoisseur, historian and all enjoyed his friendship. Our thoughts and best wishes go to his family. We will miss him.
ASHBY, Gary John
On Wednesday, May 10, 2023, passed away peacefully at Summerset Care Centre in Whanganui, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Jeanette. Much loved Dad and father-in-law of Janine and Steve (Whangarei) and Jon (Palmerston North). Loved grandad of Christopher and Kate. Messages C/- sjsoufflot@gmail.com In lieu of flowers donations to the NZ Dementia Foundation would be appreciated. Gary’s family would like to thank staff of the Care Centre, Summerset Whanganui East for their wonderful care and compassion. Friends are invited to attend a service for Gary at the Cobham Chapel, 18 Morris Street, Marton, on Monday, May 15th, 2023, at 2.00pm. Cremation to be private.
NZIFH
GIBB, Neil Edward (Gibby)
After a courageous battle,
Neil passed away surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, aged 70 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Jeanette. Much loved father and father-in-law of Alan, Tracey and Neil. Loved Pop of Shania, Toby and Nikita. Loved son of the late Jack and Fay. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Brian and Susan, Anne* and Jim, Anne and John, Heather and Neil*, Geoffrey and Diane, Ken and Kerren, Alastair* and Lisa. Loved Uncle of all his nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers donations to Scleroderma New Zealand Inc. would be greatly appreciated and can be left at the service. Neil will be resting at 420 McIvor Road, Invercargill, until his service. A Celebration of Neil’s life will be held on Friday, May 19, 2023, at 1.30pm, in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill. Interment at Eastern Cemetery will follow. Messages to 420 McIvor Road, Invercargill or to Neil’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where his livestream link is available.
(*denotes deceased)
SURGENOR, Jeanie
On May 9, 2023, peacefully at Maxwell Care Rest Home, aged 85 years. Loved wife of Maurice. Loved mum of Gael, Kaye, Brenton, and Greg, and a loved grandmother of all her grandchildren. Loved sister of Margaret Paynter. Thank you to all the staff at Maxwell Care for their love and care of Jeanie. Messages to C/- PO Box 9, Blenheim 7240 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz... In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Alzheimer’s Society Acc. No. 02 06000112284-00 would be gratefully received. A family gathering will be held followed by burial at the Omaka Cemetery.
RAPSEY, Ian Douglas
5.1.1952 — 9.5.2023
Loved son of the late Bill and the late Vera Rapsey, brother of Eleanor (dec) and Alan, Owen (dec) and Felicity, Alf and Glenys, Colin, and Mary, a loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Ian’s funeral service will be held at the Oamaru Club, Severn Street, Oamaru, on Monday, May 15, 2023 at 2.00pm.
BATES, Esme Margaret
In loving memory of Esme Margaret Bates, who passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on May 8, 2023, aged 77 years. Dearly loved wife of the late John, beloved mum and mother-in law to Justine and Kevin, Steve and Pru, and Neil and Jane. Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law to Pat and John, Faye and Brent, and much loved nana and grandma to Michelle, Catherine and Jack.
Together with Dad again
Family and close friends are invited to a gathering to remember Esme at the John Rhind Reception Lounge, corner of London and Whitmore Streets, Richmond, on Tuesday, May 16, at 11.30am.
WEST, Harvey
Aged 92 years. Following a stroke and a hard-fought battle at Southland Hospital, Harvey peacefully slipped away from us holding Bev’s hand on Wednesday, May 11, 2023, at Gore Hospital. Beloved husband for 64 years of Beverley, dearly loved father, father-in-law and mentor of Heather McKenzie and Owen McCartney (Gore) and Alan and Michelle (Perth). Loved grandad and great-grandad “Harry” to Jo, Andrew, Cam, and Ellie (Christchurch) and Brad (Pannawonica). Poppy to Aleisha and Aaron (Perth). Loved brother and brother-in-law of the late Margaret and Russell Orr, loved brother-in-law of Lenore and Bill Harvey, Liz and Graham Senior, Jeanette and Peter Mant and loved uncle of his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Harvey’s life will be held in the Balfour Hall on Tuesday, May 16, at 1.30 pm then leaving for the Balfour Cemetery. Harvey’s service can be viewed on
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