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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FORD, Graeme William

Passed away peacefully at Robina Hospital Gold Coast, May 6, 2023. Dearly loved partner of Grant. Dearly loved son of the late Reg and Isabell. Dearly loved brother of Bruce and Sue, Faye and the late Kevin, Ross, Murray and Jeanette, Gillian and Bob, and Robin and families.
Sadly Missed
Private Cremation.

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LOGAN, Eleanor

(Late of “Mavis Bank” Tuturau, Otama and Gore). On Monday, May 8, 2023 at Resthaven Village, Gore; in her 102nd year. Dearly loved wife of Tom*, loved sister and sister-in-law of Molly*, Clifford* and Lily*, Ruskin* and June (all Galt), Linda* and Ian* Robertson, and much loved aunt of all her nieces and nephews of the Galt and Logan families. A service to celebrate Eleanor’s life will be held in Calvin Community Church, Robertson Street, Gore, on Friday, May 12, at 11.00am, private interment to follow. Livestream link available www.southernfuneralhome.co.nz... Messages to 317 Mimihau School Road, RD2, Wyndham 9892.
(*denotes deceased)

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AUGUST, Patricia Elizabeth (Trish)

Peacefully at Glen’s home with her family by her side, on Monday 8th May 2023, aged 76. Much loved wife of the late Kerry, loved mum of Todd & Kate, Glen & Marie, and Johnny & Anita. Loved Nana (Chookie) of Aidan, Matt, Ava, Caillum and Finn. Loved sister of Joy & Lyell, and Jan & the late Bryan. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Trish will be held in Cornwall Manor, corner Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt, on Friday 12th May at 10.30am.

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ELLIOTT, Murray George Muller

On May 8, 2023, passed peacefully at Kaiapoi Lodge surrounded by his loving family, aged 93 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Betty. Much loved father of Gary, Graeme, Jeffrey, Stuart and Christopher. An adored Murray of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, family and friends. A special thank you to the staff at Amberley Rest Home and Kaiapoi Lodge for their wonderful care of Murray. Messages can be forwarded to the Elliott family, c/- PO Box 263, Kaiapoi 7644. A Memorial Service to celebrate Murray’s long life will be held in the Harewood Crematorium Chapel, Wilkinsons Road, off Gardiners Road, on Friday, May 12, at 1.30pm.

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WOOTTON, June Ruth

On Monday, 8th May 2023, passed away in the presence of her favourite cousin. June is the only sister to Noel, Brian and Alan. Heartfelt thanks to the staff of Foxbridge Rest Home. As per June’s wishes a Private Cremation has taken place.
You never failed to
do your best,
Your heart was true
and tender,
You simply lived for
those you loved,
And those you loved remember.
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EDWARDS, Michael James (Tiny)

On Sunday, May 7, 2023, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, after a long illness, aged 58 years. Beloved son of Barbara and the late Arthur, stepson of John Davidson (Timaru), dearly loved brother of Fiona Eder (Timaru), loved uncle of Kristina, Corey, and Rosa (all Christchurch), and their families, loved nephew of Robyne Wells (Oamaru), brother-in-law and best pal of John Steer (Christchurch). A special thanks to the staff at Radius Hawthorne and at Christchurch Hospital for their care and support. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Tiny Edwards c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Diabetes New Zealand would be appreciated and may be made online at diabetes.org.nz. The celebration of Tony’s life will be held at our Christchurch Crematorium Chapel, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram, Christchurch, on Thursday, May 11, at 2.30pm. In memory of Tiny, a native tree will be planted at tukaikino, Lamb and Hayward’s living memorial.

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HUTCHINGS, James Bruce (Bruce)

Peacefully at home on Monday, 8 May 2023, aged 72. Treasured partner of Shirley. Cherished Dad and father-in-law of Lydia & Andrew, Matthew & Jesi and Kate & James. Loved Grandad of Miah and Stella; Ahi; and Penny Rose. In preference to flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice Taranaki. Messages to the Hutchings’ Family may be left on Bruce’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/bruce. A service to celebrate Bruce’s life will be held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel, 174 Lemon Street, New Plymouth, on Monday 15 May 2023 at 10.30am, followed by a private cremation. For those unable to attend, Bruce’s funeral will be livestreamed via his tribute page.

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McQUADE, Shelley

Passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, aged 61, in the loving care of the Nelson Tasman Hospice with her sons by her side. Shelley is survived by her parents, sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews and Adam, Jason and Andy. As requested, a private cremation has taken place.

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JARMEY, Jocelyn Agnes (Joce)

(O.N.Z.M.)
Passed away at WesleyCare, on May 7, 2023, in her 95th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Allan, beloved and precious mother and mother-in-law of Rosemary and Rob, Elizabeth (Lib), and David, and treasured Nana Joce of Jamie, Belinda (Bindy), and Charlotte. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff of WesleyCare and Nurse Maude for their loving care and support of Joce. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Jocelyn Jarmey, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Joce would be appreciated, and can be made directly to either St John Ambulance

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TURNER, John William Thomas

Sunrise 21.02.1945
Sunset 07.05.2023
Surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle, aged 78 years. Loved and devoted husband of April, loved and special Dad to Kat, adored Poppa to his Lil man James. A loving brother and a very special friend to many. John will be lying in state at his home 25 Te Kawa Street, Otorohanga. Please feel free to visit. There will be a gathering on Thursday 11th May at his home, followed by a cremation service at Hamilton Park Crematorium, Morrinsville Road, Newstead, at 2.00pm, then back to Otorohanga Club for refreshments.
He gave so much love to all he knew.
Enjoy your final journey cruising in your Chev.
Ormsby Family Funerals
0800 737 953

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ADAMS, June (nee Loe)

Passed away in her 91st year on 8th of May 2023. Beloved wife of the late Murray. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law to Philippa and Bill, Jill and the Late Ferris, Louise and Richard, and Nick and Meghann. A treasured grandmother and great-grandmother, who will be greatly missed by all of her family. A private farewell was conducted in accordance with June’s wishes.

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STEVENSON, Te Wano Kimble John

23.12.1990 — 08.05.2023
It is with much sadness we announce the passing of Kimble. A beautiful and loving husband of Tracy. An adoring and devoted father of Raani-Maina. A cherished son of Susan and Wayne. Oldest brother of Lewis and Annalyse, Ellen and Sam. Son-in-law of Sosefo and Sharon Bourke. Brother-in-law of Sosefo and Kloe.
He will be missed dearly.
Kimble is at his home, 201 Racecourse Road, Te Awamutu, until Thursday 11th May where he will be taken to the Bible Chapel, Chapel Drive, Te Awamutu, for the service at 11.00 am. Following the service we will go to the Te Kawa Urupa and returning to the Bible Chapel amenities for the kai hakari. All communications to The Stevenson Family, c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800.

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JOHNSON, Timothy Ryan (Tim)

Peacefully at Hospice Southland on Sunday, May 7, 2023. Loved father of Yannick (Germany). Precious son of Lorraine and the late John (JJ), brother of Paul, and Daniel, and brother-in-law of Astrina. Uncle of Luke, Kaden, Abby, Lilly and Elle.
Always in our hearts and never forgotten.
A private cremation has taken place. Messages to “Johnson Family”, c/- PO Box 632, Invercargill.

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BLAND, May Julia (Julie)

On May 8, 2023 peacefully at home; aged 95 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Doug. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Phil & Kirstie, Cathy & Andy (dec). Loved Nana of Jessica, Ashton, Jethro, Shannon, Layla, Courteney, and their partners. Adored Granny of Andrew, Hope, Ezra and River. Sadly missed by all her extended family and friends. Special thanks to all those who have cared for her in recent months. Friends are welcome to farewell Julie prior to Friday at Cathy’s home. A Service for Julie will be held in Lane Park Church, 22 Lane Street, Upper Hutt on Friday, May 12, 2023 at 11.00am, followed by private cremation. Messages may be sent to “the Bland family”, C/- PO Box 30 127, Lower Hutt 5010.

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PAHL, Raymond Leslie (Ray)

Of Tuatapere, passed peacefully at Bupa Longwood on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, aged 84. Dearly loved husband of the late Janice. Much loved Dad of Darryl and Julie, John (Mog) and Eileen, and Yvonne and Richard Nimmo. Loved Grandad of all his grand and great-grandchildren. A graveside service to honour Ray will be held at the Tuatapere Cemetery, 257 Clifden Highway on Friday, May 12 at 1.00pm. Messages can be sent to 1 Papatototara Road, Tuatapere 9620, or to Ray’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes.

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