BUCHANAN, John Robert Duncan "Fox"
Passed away on April 27, 2023, aged 80 years. Dearly loved partner of Heather. Loved father of Michelle, Lisa, and Gina Buchanan and Stepfather of Wade Simmons. Loved grandfather of Cameron, Jackson, and Harrison, great grandfather of Asha. Fox was the loved oldest brother of Gloria and the late Jack Hammond, the late Heather and Myles, Ken (deceased) and Anne, Lynnie and Barry Horne, Crockett and Colleen Buchanan, Steve and Chris Clark, Melissa Clark and David Brown, Nikki and George McInroe, and Pip Buchanan. He was a loved uncle, cousin, friend and mentor to many. A funeral service to celebrate the life of Fox, will be held at his home, 97 Mt Heslington Road, Brightwater 7091, on Thursday, May 4, 2023, at 2.00pm, followed by a private interment. The service will be live streamed for those unable to attend, please contact support@marsdenhouse.co.nz for the link to access. Messages to Fox’s family can be sent to the above address.
DUNMORE, John
Professor Emeritus, Massey University; Companion of the NZ Order of Merit; Officier de la Légion d’honneur; Officier des Palmes Académiques; author, academic and family man. Born 6 August 1923 in France. Beloved husband of the late Joyce and father of Paul and Patricia, in his 100th year. Father-in-law of Grace Dunmore and Kevin Chapman, grandfather of Grace (and Mason), Richard, Jenny (and Lucas), Aeryn and Emma, and great-grandfather of Megan, Casimir and Javin.
A life devoted to family and academia, with service and love. He will be forever missed.
A Requiem Mass will be held at Our Lady of Kapiti, Presentation Way, Paraparaumu, on Friday 5 May 2023 at 10.00am, to be followed by private interment. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the New Zealand Red Cross.
WILSON, Dorothy (Dot)
Passed away peacefully on Sunday 30 April 2023 in the presence of family. Dot lived a vibrant life and was a beloved mother of Rochelle; Joanne; and Brett. Much loved Grandmother of her seven grandchildren and great-granddaughter.
“Forever in our hearts”.
The family invite friends to celebrate her life at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Saturday 6 May 2023 at 11.00am. Messages can be sent to Dot’s family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.
NICHOLLS, Patrick Austin
Passed away peacefully on 2nd May 2023 at Moana House, Whangamata. Dearly loved husband of Trish. Deeply loved father and father-in-law of Catherine and Allen (dec), Andrew and Genevieve, Jane, Rob and Jeni. Loved ’Pat’ of his 11 grandchildren. Requiem Mass will be held at St Patrick’s Catholic Church, Port Road, Whanagmata, on Monday 8th May at 1.30pm, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to Moana House would be appreciated.
SMITH, Anne Louise (née Hoskins)
Died peacefully at Wellington Hospital on 29 April 2023, aged 91 years. Loved mother of Leonie and Lynette, and doting Grandmother to Gabrielle and Aimee. In lieu of flowers, donations to Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated and can be made online at www.waa.org.nz... Messages to the Smith family may be left in Anne’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted c/- 4 Moorefield Rd, Johnsonville. A Service to celebrate Anne’s life will be held at The Guardain Funeral Home Chapel, 4 Moorefield Rd, Johnsonville, at 11.00am on Friday 5 May 2023, followed by burial at Makara Cemetery.
THOMAS, Patricia Anne
On April 30, 2023 peacefully at home, aged 81 years with her beloved husband Rob at her side. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Allan and Nok, Bryan and Nicola. A service to celebrate Patsy’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill on Monday, May 8, 2023 at 1.30pm, followed by interment at Eastern Cemetery. Messages to Bryace69@gmail.com or to frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream link to the service will be available.
WINDSOR, Sheila Mary
On 30 April 2023 at Metlifecare Karori Village, and in the arms of her family, Sheila peacefully left us. Loving wife of the late Jim, and Mum to Alan and Sue, John (late) and Genevieve, Peter and Marion, Jocelyn and Stephen. Very special Grandma to Joseph and Jay, Bree and Brandon, Bryan and Emma, Lucy and Angus, Tessa and Carl, and Sammie and Lexi. Proud great-Grandma to Levi. Loved by all her New Zealand and UK family.
A long life well lived, and well loved by so many.
A funeral service will be held at the Whenua Tapu Crematorium Chapel, Airlie Road, Pukerua Bay, on Thursday 4 May, commencing at 1.00pm.
SLATER, Carmen Maree
Returned to her mother’s arms, peacefully at home with her family by her side on Monday, May 1, 2023. Aged 53 years. Precious wife of Gerry and loved mother of Gabriel, Beau and Conor. Dearly loved daughter of Rodger and the late Raewyn, and step-daughter of Jen. Loved sister of Melissa and Guy and sister-in-law of Nick, Jane, John & Cheryl, Tony & Teresa, Janine, and Paul. Loved daughter-in-law of Joan and the late Niall. Loved Aunty to all her nieces and nephews and a much loved member of the Paekakariki Community. Special thanks to Dr Sandra Bennet and Dr Kate Clarke and to the team at Kapiti Hospice. A service will be held at the Memorial Hall, The Parade, Paekakariki on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 1.00pm. Live stream available at www.kcfh.stream... (select off-site option).
GREGORY, Matthew Ngarua
He aitu, kua hinga te ttara o te Waonui a Tne, ko Matthew Ngarua Gregory, moe mai r e te rangatira, 13 May 1989 to 28 April 2023. It is with deep sorrow and heartache that we advise Matthew passed away on Saturday 28 April 2023. Matthew is the treasured son of Michael Gregory and stepson of Vicki Gregory, the son of Maria Kahukura, beloved brother of Karla, Zane and Rachel, Jessica and Stacy, and the late Aimee-Chantelle, and the adored uncle of Tyson. Matthew was much loved by his aunts, uncles and many cousins.
You are forever in our hearts.
The service for Matthew will be held in Cornwall Manor, corner of Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt, on Friday 5 May, at 10.30am.
VOSSLER, Kathleen (Kath) (nee Cutler)
Died peacefully on Sunday 30 April 2023 at Palmerston North Hospital. Loved partner of Greg, daughter of the late Lois and Eric Cutler, and sister and sister-in-law of Mary and Alan Dean. Proud aunt of Hamish and Louise Dean, Craig and Amy Dean and Cody Vossler and great-aunt to Tane, Joshua, Claire and Charlie. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to the New Zealand Stroke Foundation. A celebration of Kathleen’s life will be held on Friday 5 May at 1.00pm at Terrace Haven Chapel, Main Street, Palmerston North.
LESLIE, Margaret Joyce
Formerly of Paekakariki. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 2nd May 2023, aged 101 years. Dearly loved Wife of the late Harry. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Carolyn Leslie & Steve, and Joan & Graham Hilder. Loved Nana of Fiona Hill & Jeff, Martin & Kate Hill, and NanNan of Devany, Makayla and Jayden. All messages to the Leslie family, 8 Mutu Road, Paekakariki. A service to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held in Kapiti Coast Funeral Home, 9-11 Hinemoa Street Paraparaumu, on Friday, 5 May 2023. Those wishing to attend please contact Carolyn 027 7506985 or Joan 04 9058328.
MALONE, Sr Mary Rose (Kathleen Shirley)
Died peacefully at Auckland City Hospital on 1st May 2023, aged 96. Loved daughter of the late James and Rose Malone, and sister and and sister-in-law of the late Joan and Cliff, Maurice and Sheila, and Lorraine. Aunt of Carol, Marian, Peter, Paul, Patricia, Michael, John and Maria, and loved great-aunt. Much loved member of the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions for 73 years. Special thanks to the staff of Ivan Ward at Selwyn Village for their care. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 66 Main Highway, Ellerslie, at 11.00am on Friday 5th May. A vigil will take place at 7.00pm on Thursday 4th May at the above church.
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RAPLEY, Bruce Robert
Born 5 July 1942 —
Passed 23rd April 2023
Suddenly, but peacefully, surrounded by his family. Dearly beloved husband of Thelma, loving father and father-in-law of Craig and Rachel, and Warwick and Rebecca. Fun loving Pop of Samantha, Brianna, Grace and Gaige.
“A Life well lived,
Forever Loved”
A private service has been held. All communications to The Rapley Family, 154 Cottle Road, RD 3, Te Awamutu.
Te Awamutu Funeral Services, FDANZ.
EVANS, Wayne Leonard
With great sadness, we announce the unexpected passing of Wayne on 28th April 2023. Most dearly loved husband of Dianne and treasured Dad of Tyler. Loved father-in-law of Jessie-May and grandad of Paipa-Jane and Violet-Mae. He will leave a huge hole in the lives of many people. A celebration of Wayne’s life will be held at William Cotton & Son Chapel, 29 Beattie Street, Feilding, on Friday 5th May at 11.00am. For those unable to attend, Wayne’s service will be live streamed on his tribute page at www.williamcotton.co.nz...
HAUGHEY, Evelyn (Eve)
Service No. 2079648. RAF. U.K. WW2. Passed away peacefully at Awatere Care Suites on 27th April 2023, aged 99 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ken, and loved mother and mother-in-law of Pat and the late Roger Heyworth. Adored Grandma of Sharon and Paul Haycock, and Linda and Stuart Dean (England). Treasured Great-Grandma Eve of Isaac and Izzy, Georgia, Joshua and Liam. Special thanks to the staff at Awatere for their care of Eve. In accordance with Eve’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.
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