STERNE, MarilynClaire (Lyn) (nee Parker)
Passed on Monday, May 1, 2023, in Rotorua, aged 90. Loved wife of Ivan (deceased). Loving mother of Kathrine, Richard and Nicola, Andrew and Anita. Loved grandmother of Anna and Zeb, Sophie, Matthew, Luke, Kyle and Tahi. Loved great-grandmother of Kais and Zahra. A service to celebrate Marilyn’s life will be held at St John’s Presbyterian Church, Ranolf Street, Rotorua on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 1.30pm. The family wishes to thank Enliven, District Nursing, Dr Simon Firth, Hospice and St John Ambulance. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St John Ambulance. Messages to the Sterne Family, C/- PO Box 461, Rotorua 3040.
FITZGERALD, Trevor Graham
Our deepest respect to our loved eldest brother Trevor who passed away on 29th April 2023.
Many very happy memories with your siblings.
— Lloyd, Leonie, Barbara and Brother-in-law Ken.
CAMERON, Robert Joseph (Bob, Bobby)
Dearly beloved son of the late Eileen and Jim, loved brother of Jim (dec), Pat (dec), and Judith and loved brother-in-law. Much-loved uncle of his nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and the many friends he made. Bob died peacefully in his 91st year with loving family at his side. Bob will be sadly missed by all of us who loved spending time with him and hearing his stories. Our thanks to all those who were there for him during his illness.
You are forever in our hearts Bob. Rest in peace.
LANE, Peter John
Passed away peacefully on Monday, 17 April 2023, aged 65 years. Dearly loved husband of Marion. Loved father of Matt and Amanda, father-in-law of Hayden. Beloved Poppa of Liam and Charlotte. At Peter’s request, a private service was held in Beauchamp Crematorium Chapel, Palmerston North, on Friday, 21 April 2023 at 2.00pm. Peter’s family wish to sincerely thank all those who have supported us during the loss of a very special person. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgment.
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DOUGLAS, Robyne
Born on July 27, 1948 and passed away in Christchurch on May 2, 2023. Aged 74 years. Much treasured and dearly loved sister of Ray Douglas (Karamea), much loved daughter of the late Lil Boyer and Zane Douglas, and loved sister of the late Jade Douglas, much loved cousin of her extended family, and Judy Douglas (Karamea), aunty of Kay McMahon (London UK).
Sadly missed.
Now at rest.
A celebration of Robyne’s life will be held at the Anglican Church, Karamea, on Wednesday, May 10, at 1.00pm. Messages may be sent to 4 Arapito Road, Karamea 7893.
Hagedorns BullerFuneral Services
Funeral Directors Association of NZ.
DALY, Murray John
Peacefully, on May 4, 2023, in the care of Southland Hospital, aged 73 years. Having fought many battles, Murray has lost his last one. Loved Dad, Poppie, Grandad, Uncle, Brother, Son and friend to many. As per his wishes a private cremation has been held. Messages to Daly Family, PO Box 632, Invercargill 9840. A memorial will be held at Glengarry Tavern, Eastern Lounge from 3.00pm on Wednesday, May 10.
HAYWARD, Shirley Blanche
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 3rd May 2023, aged 82 years. Dearly loved wife of Raymond (Ross). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Cary and Sarah, Sandra and Damian, Bryce and Kelly. Grandmother of Joshua, Chandima, Morgan and Zack, Lara and Mattie, Kyle, and Amelia. All messages to ’The Hayward Family’, c/- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth 4340, or online at wabraham.co.nz/notices A service for Shirley will be held in Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 12 Henui Street, Strandon, New Plymouth, on Monday 8th May 2023 at 2.00pm.
McLAY, Margaret Grace (Grace)
Passed away at home on 4th May 2023, aged 92 years. Much loved Wife of the late Ernie McLay, cherished Mother of Ross, Kelvin, Geoff & Cherilyn, loving Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Loved sister of Ian (dec), Arthur (dec), Joy (dec), Jean (dec), Heather, Helen, Lois, Judith, and Betty. A Celebration of Grace’s life will be held at the Te Awamutu Bible Chapel, Chapel Drive, on Friday, 12th May at 2.00pm. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Bible Society NZ https
CAMPBELL, Mike
Suddenly in Kuwait, April 29, 2023, (ex Royal New Zealand Infantry Regiment Lieutenant Y1002868 2/1 Battalion, Burnham, Returned Veteran). Much loved father of Eli, cherished and adored brother to Monique, much loved son of Judith and Alec, true and best friend to Ms Dona Al Najar and Mr Imad Hayat of Kuwait City. We give our very grateful thanks to Imad for his wonderful and unflagging support enabling Mike to be brought home. We give our grateful thanks to Mike’s friends and colleagues at “Inspire” in Kuwait City. Above all we thank Monique Campbell and Nathan Jones for their outstanding courage, commitment and perseverance travelling to Kuwait to bring Mike home. A service to farewell Mike will be held in Affinity Funeral Home, 143 A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 1.30pm, on Thursday, May 11, followed by a private family cremation. Messages to The Campbell Family, 9 Dunorling Street, Alexandra 9340.
WRIGHT, Barney (Ihia)
"Luv ya Ma"
Dearly loved youngest son of Daphne and the late Dave, passed away May 3, 2023, at his home after a courageous battle, in Sydney, Australia, with his 2 sisters and niece, and cousins, watching over him. In his 60th year. Much loved brother of Diane, Dale, John, and Wayne.
"Sadly Missed"
A jolly good friend to all his mates. A private cremation will be held in Sydney, then his ashes will be brought back to Bluff by his sisters and at a later date be buried at the Green Point Cemetery.
"Rest In Peace Mum’s darling boy! Until we meet again."
(Luv ya Son) x
HOLLAND, Mark Anthony
Passed away on 3 May 2023, at Waikato Hospital surrounded by family, aged 57 years. Son of Kevin and the late Leonie, and friend of Estelle. Loved big brother of Dean and Vicki Reeves. Loved husband and best friend of Heather for 36 years. Loving father and best mate to Shane, Phillip and Jessy, Tessa and Kane Wakefield. Adored OB to Xavier and Hudson Wakefield, Jordan, Frankie and Johnny Holland.
“If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I’d walk right up to Heaven and bring you home again”
A service to celebrate Mark’s life will be held at Hampton Downs on Tuesday 9 May
at 10.30am. Donations to Hospice Waikato would be greatly appreciated. A huge thanks to all staff at Waikato Hospital Oncology and HDU. All communications to the Holland Family, C/- PO Box 147, Huntly 3740.
McIVOR, Donald Raymond (Don)
Died peacefully on Monday 1 May 2023 at home, aged 91 years. Loved husband of Mary Rose McIvor (dec). Dearly loved son, brother, uncle and friend. Loved father and stepfather of Margie (dec) and Braith (dec), Alan and Kris, Rex and Raewyn, Francie, Erica and Roy, Greg and Karrin, Linda (Ponny), Murray and Linda, Bev and Amo, Rob and Cathy, and Andy. Grandad and great-Granddad to many. Don’s funeral service will be held at the Whenua Tapu Crematorium Chapel, Airlie Road, Pukerua Bay, on Tuesday 9 May 2023 at 11.00am.
BARTLETT, Robert Leslie (Bobby)
Passed peacefully at Rowena Jackson, surrounded by family, on May 4, 2023, aged 77 years. Beloved husband of Judy. Loved father to Anne-Marie. Treasured grandfather to Sam, Hanna, Jaykob, Aemon and great-grandfather to Brydon and Macie. Service to be held at Saint Patrick’s Church, on May 8, 2023 at 1.30pm, followed by interment at Eastern Cemetery. Messages to Bartlett Family, PO Box 632, Invercargill 9840, or may be left on Bobby’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/bobby
SAYERS, Keith James
On Sunday, April 30, 2023, peacefully, in Christchurch. Deeply loved life partner of Karen. Much loved parent of Victoria, Jeremy and Jenny-Marie, father-in-law of Andrew and Andy, and grandparent of Harrison and Jack. Cherished brother of Shelagh, uncle of Julian, and brother-in-law of Bruce, the late Peter, John, the late Thomas, and Anna. Keith was a passionate and talented musician, and a dedicated oboe and recorder teacher. He loved literature and was a keen gardener, whose dry sense of humour and quick wit were enjoyed by friends and family. Messages may be sent to PO Box 36391, Merivale, Christchurch 8146.
GORDON, Nora Jean (nee Peacock)
Passed away peacefully on May 2, 2023, aged 87. Dearly loved wife of the late Rowley Gordon. Loved mother of Ian and Flora, Jean and Andrew Thomson, Fiona and Phillip Borlase, and Alistair Gordon. A much loved grandmother and great-grandmother. A Service to celebrate Nora will be held at the Whakatu Presbyterian Church, 271 Songer Street, Stoke on Monday, May 8, 2023 at 1.00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nelson Tasman Hospice are appreciated and can be made at the service. All messages to 30 Borlase Ave, Lake Rotoiti, RD 2, Nelson 7072.
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