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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PHILLIPS, Alison Mary

On 22nd April 2023, passed away in Whangarei; aged 72. Dearly loved wife of Roger. Much loved daughter of the late Kenzie and Pam McLean, adored sister of Margaret Whitmore and Lachie McLean. A private cremation has been held. A service celebrating Alison’s full life will be held at St Peter’s Anglican Church, Waipu, at 1.00pm on Thursday 4th May 2023. Special thanks to the staff of Cairnfield House who cared for Alison over the past eight months. In lieu of flowers, donations made to either the Stroke Foundation NZ https

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WAIPOURI, Muriel Jessie Dawn

Peacefully on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 81. Soulmate and wife of the late Matthew. Loved, adored and treasured mother of Anthony, Kane, Dale and Jolene. A beloved grandma, great-grandma, sister, aunt and friend. Messages to the Waipouri family, c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145. Muriel will be at home over the weekend for anyone wishing to pay their respects.

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PAUL, June Lorraine(formerly Davidson) (nee Sherriff)

Passed away peacefully after a short illness at Southland Hospital, surrounded by family, on Monday, April 24, 2023; aged 74 years. Beloved and cherished wife of Arthur for 36 years, and the late John Davidson. Much loved mum of Michelle, Jo and Wendy. Loved and respected mother-in-law of Mohammad and Sean. Cherished Grandma of Alexandra and Yousef, and Bridie and Finn. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Joan and Jim* Stone, Yvonne and Cliff* Ogier, and Shona and Rex Evans. Loved Aunty to all her nieces and nephews. A loyal and treasured friend to many. As per June’s wishes, a private family cremation has already been held. Messages to 183 King St, Windsor, Invercargill, or June’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
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BROWN, Maurice Graham

Passed away 23rd April 2023, aged 90. Dearly loved brother of Aileen Jury (New Plymouth), Karaline Francis (Feilding), Michael (dec), Terry (dec), Arnold (dec), and Janet Jones (New Plymouth).
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WILKES, Samuel

Sam, your short time in this world made it a better place for so many people. A young man with a heart of gold. Thank you, we are so grateful for our memories.
Love you Sam
— Faye and Rob

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GODKIN, Caryll

Quiet in manner, Caryll was a softly spoken, gentle lady with a lovely smile and a deep pride in and love for family. She made many friends with both staff and residents and immersed herself into Tainui life. She will be sadly missed. It is time to hand the mantle to the next generation. Tainui residents and staff extend their sympathy to Caryll’s family.

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SAIL, Ian Frank (Sam)

RSA Service No. 820276. Aged 88 years. It is with great sadness we announce that Ian passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at Bainswood on Victoria, Rangiora. Beloved husband of Pat for 63 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Julie and the late Shawn, Murray and Debbie, and cherished grandad to Henry, Jack, Brittany and Millie. Loved son of the late Hugh and Flora Sail, and brother and brother-in-law to the late Noel and June, the late Ray and Lil, the late Alister and Betty, and the late Barry and Lynn. Loved brother-in-law to the late Ken and Linore, Bill and Marilyn, the late Geoffrey, Christopher and Michelle, and Christine and Kevin. A special uncle to all his nieces and nephews. A great friend to many. Ian’s family wish to send their heartfelt thanks to the nursing staff and caregivers at Bainswood on Victoria, and the doctors and team at Southside Health for the compassionate care of Ian. In lieu of flowers, donations made to St John’s in Ian’s name would be appreciated. In accordance with Ian’s wishes, a private celebration of his life has been held. Messages to the family C/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440.

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McLACHLAN, David

From Masterton. Aged 90 years. Passed away peacefully at Lansdowne Park Village, Masterton on 27th April 2023. Loving father of David, Raymond, Richard & Quentin. Loved father in-law to Stella & Cindy. Loved and respected grandad of Emma & Maddison. Loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend to many. A service to celebrate David’s life will be held at the Assembly of God Church, 22-23 Birdwood Street, Featherston on Thursday 11th of May 2023 at 10.30am, followed by a burial at Whenua Tapu Cemetery. Messages to the McLachlan family, c/- Duckett Funerals, 56 Fitzherbert Street, Featherston. Alternatively, you can leave a message on David’s tribute page at www.tributes.co.nz...

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EGGERS, Edwin McLean

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 25 April 2023, aged 84 years. Loved husband of Anne (nee Langton). Father to Simon and Allan, and father-in-law of Erika. Grandfather of Maya and Leo, Austin, Aidan and Ethan. In accordance with Eddie’s wishes a private cremation has been held.
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BURR, Doreen Mary

Passed away April 21, 2023, 85 and one day. Loved her family, people, collecting shells and teaching. Dearly loved and honoured by her late husband, Ivan Hylton Burr, and by Kathleen and David Skudder, David and Kirsten Burr, Rachel Skudder and Jack Levell, Juliana and David Saxon, Georgia Burr and Hugh Day and Jethro, Eden and Ruby Burr. A big sister loved by Bob and Jim Brady of Napier.
And what for us all now? “We shell sea.” …… “Time will tell.”
A memorial service for our dear Doreen will be held later this year. Messages may be sent to D and K Burr, 70 Arrow St, Nelson, or left on the Nelson Mail website.

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MARÉ, Marthinus (Martin/ Thinus) Johannes

Aged 92 years. Peacefully, at Arvida Village at the Park on 26th April 2023. Dearly loved and loving husband of Pamela for 65 years, now together again. Much loved father of Barbara and David, father-in-law of Lyn, grandfather of Alaigne, and brother of Klasie, Hannes, Piet, Jannie, Andre, Eben, and Annetjie. In lieu of flowers, donations to Parkinson’s NZ or Wellington Free Ambulance may be made www.parkinsons.org.nz... or www.wfa.org.nz.... Messages to the family may be left in Thinus’ tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz.... The funeral service will be live-streamed with access via the same web address. Thinus’ funeral service will be held at The Wilson Funeral Home Chapel, 375 Adelaide Road, Newtown, Wellington, on Monday 1 May 2023 at 4

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SAIL, Ian Frank

Passed away April 19, 2023, at Rangiora. Dearly loved brother-in-law of Christine and Kevin Sherson, uncle of Kerry-Anne and Zac, Jamie and Rebecca, and great-uncle of Angus and Natasha. All of Sydney.

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McNEILL, Judith Ann (Judie)

Passed away on April 20, 2023. Loving and loved wife of Geoffrey. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Judith McNeill, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. At Judie’s request, a Private Service has been held.

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THOMPSON, Joan (nee Cush)

On April 25, 2023, peacefully at Middlepark Care Centre, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Jim, loved mother and mother-in-law of David (deceased) and Odene, Heather and Geoff, and Elizabeth and Tony; treasured Granny of Corey, and Aleyce; and great-Granny of Ayden; Freddie, and Harper; loved sister of Betty, and dearly loved by all the “cuzzies”. The family would like to thank the staff at Middlepark for their exceptional care during the past seven years. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Joan Thompson, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The Funeral Service for Joan will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, Christchurch, on Wednesday, May 3, at 10.30am, private cremation thereafter.

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JAMISON, Taini Maremare Karu(nee Royal)

23.02.1926 — 28.04.2023
Passed away in the early hours on Friday, 28th April 2023. Dearly loved wife to Thomas Edric Jamison, mother to Tom and Marie, nan to Ben and Elaine, Victoria and taua to Piper.
A very passionate, motivated lady that will be missed by all that knew her.
A funeral service will be held at St Faith’s Anglican Church, Ohinemutu, Rotorua, on Monday 1st May at 11.00am, followed by burial at the Rotorua Cemetery, Sala St. All correspondence c/o PO Box 926, Rotorua. For full tribute details www.osbornes.co.nz...

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