LINDSAY, Shirley Elizabeth
Passed away peacefully at Rowena Jackson, on Monday, May 1, 2023. Loved daughter of the late Rodger and Nellie Lindsay. Loved sister and sister-in-law of John and Catherine*. A loved Aunty to Cherie, Mark, David, Megan, and Andrew. A service to celebrate Shirley’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, Cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, on Friday, May 5, at 1.30pm. Messages to 24 Heathfield Drive, Mosgiel 9024 or to Shirley’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
(*denotes deceased)
O’CONNOR, Patricia Mary (nee Hewetson)
On 28th April 2023 peacefully at Thames Hospital, aged 91. Beloved wife of the late Joseph, dearly loved mother of Paul and Jeanny, Mark and Shaz, and Moira. Loved Nana to Joel, Blake, Jana, and Anthony. A Requiem will be held at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Otaki, on Saturday 6th May at 11.00am.
Forever in our hearts.
R.I.P.
MATHEWS, John Edward Raphael
Regt No 434874 (Army) F438879 (Air Force). Peacefully at Parkwood Lodge, Waikanae, aged 101 years. Dearly loved husband of Molly Jenkins (deceased) and Margaret Stewart (deceased). Loved son of the late Edward and Louise Mathews, and brother and brother-in-law of the late Ray and Pat Mathews. Loved by his nieces and nephews Mary & Eric Godber, Paula Whiteacre, John & Janet Mathews, Peter Mathews & Lynley Hill, Anne & Greg West-Walker, and Kevin Mathews, and all their families. Thanks to the staff at Parkwoods, Waikanae, for their care of Uncle John over many years. Messages to the Mathews family may be left in John’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted c/- 4 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037. To celebrate 101 years of life his Requiem Mass will be held at St Theresa Catholic Church, Main Rd, Karori, at 11.00am
on Saturday 6 May 2023 preceded by the rosary commencing 10.00am. After the Mass, John will be interred at Makara Cemetery, and everyone is welcome to attend to pay their respects.
KEEN, Elaine
Of Palmerston North. Passed away peacefully at Julia Wallace Retirement Village on Tuesday 2 May 2023, aged 83 years. Dearly loved wife of Ron Keen. Will be sadly missed by sister Rosemary Howells in London, UK. Also, by nephew Hayden Howells of Harrogate, UK.
‘Now at rest with her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ’.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Orphans Aid International would be appreciated online at orphansaidinternational.org. A service to celebrate Elaine’s life will be held on Tuesday 9 May 2023, at 10.30am, at Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North.
WALL, Robert Frank (Bob)
Peacefully at Summerset Down the Lane on Tuesday 2 May 2023, aged 92 years. Dearly beloved husband of Avis for 66 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Michael, Cynthia & David, Geoff & Sheryl, and Gloria & Peter. Much loved Poppa of Brad, Cam, Amy, Anita, Brayden, Orion, Kordell and Great-Poppa of his 7 great-grandchildren.
Now with his Lord and
Saviour whom he has
served all his life.
Bob’s family wish to thank the staff at Summerset Down the Lane for their love and care of Bob. In preference to flowers a donation to St John may be made in memory of Bob. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of Bob’s life to be held at Hillcrest Baptist Church, cnr Knighton Road and Clyde Street, Hamilton, on Saturday 6 May 2023, at 11.00am.
METHERELL, Reverend Brian Ernest
On May 2, 2023, in Christchurch, peacefully, aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Christine; loved and respected dad and father-in-law of Tania and Ross Wade (Timaru), and Stephen and Lisa (Wellington); loving grandad of August and Michael and brother of Bob (Timaru).
A life well lived.
Special thanks to the staff of WindsorCare and Dr Philip Gray for all your care. Messages for the Metherell family may be sent c/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. A celebration of Brian’s life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, Richmond, Christchurch on Monday, May 8, 2023, at 1.00pm. For those unable to attend Brian’s service you can view the service online at www.tinyurl.com...
WADE, Tony Dennis
Tragically passed away on Sunday, 30th April 2023. Aged 51 years. Dearly loved husband of Kris. Adored and ‘one of a kind dad’ to Mel & Sam, Ash & Henry, Josh & Inge, and Caine. Grandad to Mila and Baby L. Chosen dad to Laura, and Grandad Pony to Layla. A celebration of Tony’s life will be held at The Hamilton Park Chapel, Morrinsville Road, Newstead, on Monday, 8th May 2023 at 1.00pm. All communications to The Wade Family, c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434.
LAURENT, Winsen Winifred (nee Parrish)
Born in Hamilton, 22 August 1925, and passed away peacefully in Hamilton, on 30 April 2023, aged 97 years. Dearly loved wife ‘Miss Parrish’ of the late Ian Laurent. Loving Mother and Mother-in-law of Graham (dec), Marion and William Anderson, John and Margaret. Treasured Nana of Michelle & Stan (USA), Louisa & Coen, Cherie & Jason, Kathryn & Taira, Helen & Lance and Peter. Proud ‘Little Nanny’ of all her great-grandchildren in the USA and NZ. A loving youngest sister, Aunty Winsen and Mrs Laurent to those who have shared their lives with her. A lifetime friendship with her dearest friend Elsie (Sydney) and her family. Everlasting memories. In accordance with Winsen’s wishes, a cremation has
taken place. At a later date, we will again celebrate her life when she rests with her beloved Ian and Graham
at Waikaraka Cemetery Onehunga, Auckland. Our sincere and heartfelt thanks to Cascades Retirement Village, past and present staff and management for their devoted love and care of Winsen. Messages to the Laurent Family, Simply Funerals,
PO Box 10356, Te Rapa, Hamilton.
Tau te Rangimarie Winsen.
TO’OMATA, Helen
Peacefully after a long courageous battle. A beautiful respected longtime friend.
You and I will meet again.
When we’re least expecting it.
One day in some far off place.
I will recognize your face.
I won’t say goodbye my friend.
For you and I will meet again.
Rest in love and peace our shining star.
— Debbie, Paskall and Dean, Matt and Layla, Sharna and all the Walker Boys.
ANSELL, Christopher David
Passed away on April 29, 2023, in Wellington, in his 68th year. He is survived by those who lovingly remember him – his wife, step-daughter, 9 biological children and their mothers; his brother, sister, grandson and his nieces. The Funeral Service will be held at Lychgate Funeral Home, cnr of Willis and Aro Streets, Wellington, on Thursday, May 18, at 11.30am, followed by a public burial at Makara Cemetery. Messages for the family can be sent to C/- Lychgate Funerals, 306 Willis Street, Aro Valley, Wellington.
Lychgate Funerals
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GOWER, Beverley Susan (Sue)
Passed away peacefully at Tauranga Hospital, in her 90th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Dr John Gower of Te Awamutu. Much loved mother of 5, grandmother of 10, and great-grandmother of 4. A service will be held in Elliotts Chapel on Cameron, 414 Cameron Road, Tauranga, on Saturday, May 6, at 1.00pm. Please refer to https
PYNENBURG, Jan Antoon Gerard (John)
Peacefully at Shona McFarlane Retirement Village, on 2 May 2023, aged 94 years. Much loved husband of Elizabeth for 65 years; loved father and father-in-law of Ron and Sue; Mike and Patricia; Chris and Lynda; and Karen and Bruce. Loved Opa of Sam and Rachael; Luke; Anna and Ellen; and Ashley and Carina. Great-Opa of Charlotte, Emily and Theo; and Este. Loved uncle of Craig, Mark and Scott (NZ) and his extended family in the Netherlands. Thanks to the nursing staff and carers at Shona for the loving care they showed John. In lieu of flowers, donations to the NZ Neurological Society in memory of John would be appreciated. His funeral service will be held in Cornwall Manor, cnr Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt, on Monday 8 May 2023 at 10.30am, followed by private cremation.
MacRAE, Myra Veronica (nee Dixon)
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday 30 April 2023. Dearly loved wife of the late Ron MacRae. Mother and mother-in-law of Lynette and Greg, Ian and Jenny, Noel and Karen, Paula and Warren, Terry and Debbie, her grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. A farewell service to celebrate Myra’s
life will be held at 1.00pm,
on Monday, May 8, at Charlemagne Lodge, 2 Loop Road, Te Puna. Special thanks to the staff at Malyon House. Messages may be sent to the MacRae family, c/- Hope Family Funerals, 4 Keenan Road, RD 3, Tauranga 3173.
TRAINOR, Joyce Rosemary
Deeply loved wife of the late Luke Trainor, and much loved by her two children Mark and Clair, and her four grandchildren, Ravenna, Karissa, Jaz and Finn, passed away on Sunday, 30 April 2023 at Wellington, at the age of 94. She lived an elegant life, with grace and tenacity, and will be greatly missed, including by her dear friends in Christchurch. Joyce will be interred on Monday, May 8 and a memorial service will be held at a later date.
Lychgate Funerals
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MORRISON, Grant Thomas
Beloved husband of Val. Loved father, friend and mentor to Danny and Jo (Auckland), and Kevin and Chanel (Gold Coast). Cherished Grandad of Scarlett, Ayla, Levi, Zane, and Maz. A passionate family man, journalist, rugby tragic, and lifeguard, who will be missed by all. A Requiem Mass for Grant will be held at St Thomas More Catholic Church, 17 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui, on Tuesday 9 May at 11.00am. Livestream link available from www.legacyfunerals.co.nz... (Service details). Messages to the Grant Morrison Family, c/- PO Box 3136, Greerton, Tauranga 3142.
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