WINEFIELD, Owen Bruce
“Grandad, you loved and cared for me before I was born.
I miss the time we never got to share, but cherish the time we did.
I will love and care for you forever.”
- Violet Winefield (16 weeks)
BATSON, Jocelyn Fay (Nani)
Sadly missed by her extended family. Nani and friend to Dennis and Bev, Holly and Ethan, Josh and Lucy, Jazz and Kieran, and her little man, Hayden.
Now jogging in heaven with Popa.
PEARSON, Anthony Charles (Tony)
On April 23, 2023, peacefully at home, aged 95 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Joan, loved father of Charles, Tessa and John, Sara, and John, treasured grandad of Claire, and Anna; Amine, and Yusuf; Seamus, and Geena. Many thanks to Barbara and her colleagues from Nurse Maude for their care of Tony. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Tony Pearson, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service to celebrate Tony’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Saturday, April 29, at 10.00am. Private Cremation thereafter.
DAVISON, Joyce Eliza
Mum took her final waltz, on Monday, April 24, 2023, aged 91 years. Vibrant, cheeky, and loving Mum of Carolyn, Susie, Annette, Margaret, Beverly, and Paula. The legacy of her six daughters and their children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchild (due in June) means Joyce will always be remembered. Messages to the Davison family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. In lieu of flowers donations to St John Ambulance would be appreciated and can be made at the service or online at https
MALONE, Patricia Joan (nee Knapp)
Passed away at Summerset Care Unit, Stoke, on April 21, 2023. Aged 93. Loving wife of the late Peter Malone. Loved sister of Phyllis Shaw (deceased), Margaret Easey (deceased), Mary Sanderson, and Terry Knapp. In accordance with Pat’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Heartfelt thanks to her many friends and the staff of Summerset in the Sun, Stoke, for their kindness, friendship and support. Special thanks to her friend Pam. An informal celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Details to follow. Messages to T J & H Knapp, 22 Kim Crescent, Blenheim 7201.
BALKENENDE, Peter
Passed peacefully, aged 78 years. Treasured son of the late Truss and Boyd. Dearly loved husband of Pauline. Dearly loved Dad of Julie and Tracey. Much loved father-in-law of Matt, and stepfather to Dale. Loved Opa of Misia. Many thanks to the Nurse Maude Hospice for their kindness and compassion to Peter. As per Peter’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to the Balkenende family can be sent C/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440.
THOMPSON, June Patricia(nee Dineen)
Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Jack and Gilliun Dineen, and Helen and Les Gould. Loved aunty of Mark, Pip, Brennan, Kelly, and Lee-Ann.
“R.I.P”
van der KEMP, Jo (Jo Kemp)
On April 24, 2023, at Nurse Maude Hospice. Dearly loved husband of Willie. Loved father and father-in-law of Ged and Leanne, loved Grandad Jo of Shannon, Jamie, and Lucy, loved great-grandfather of Saidee Mae, loved brother-in-law of Tineke van der Kemp and the family from The Netherlands. A special thank you to Doctor Fairhall, St John Ambulance and Nurse Maude Hospice, for their care of Jo. Messages to c/o Jo van der Kemp family, PO Box 263, Kaiapoi 7644. In accordance with Jo’s wishes a private cremation has been held.
THOMAS, Bill(Charles William)
On April 23, 2023, aged 87 years, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family. Cherished husband of Ann for 60 years, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Suzanne and Peter, Lloyd and Jody, and Julie and Karl. Much loved and respected grandad of Phillip and Andrew; Matthew; Adam and Selena. Most loved brother and brother-in-law of Reg and June, and Bev and Graeme, and loved uncle of his nieces and nephews. Sincere thanks to Dr Tim Story and the wonderful staff of Summerset on Cavendish for their compassionate care of Bill. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Bill Thomas, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance in memory of Bill would be appreciated and may be made online at www.stjohn.org.nz.... A celebration of Bill’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Saturday, April 29, at 2.00pm, private cremation thereafter. Alternatively, to watch a livestream of the service, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in Bill’s obituary.
TANGNEY, AnthonyMichael (Tony)
Tony died at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, on April 22, 2023. He was the much loved husband of 52 years to Carole; dear father of Michael, Richard (Megan), David (Mary); and loving and loved Grandpa (Big Tone) of Blake, Luke, Emma, and Owen. Tony’s roots were in Rapahoe, New Zealand; he lived in Auckland and Christchurch while attending university, and began his teaching career at Greymouth High School. He came to Canada in 1968 to teach History and Geography at Central Technical School
in Toronto. He was an active member of TRANZAC, the Leaside Tennis Club, and St. Anselm’s Parish, and participated over the years in many Leaside Community activities with his three sons. He is fondly remembered by his family and his many nieces and nephews in Canada, New Zealand, and the U.K. Tony’s family would like to thank everyone for their support during his final illness. Thanks to all our friends, particularly "the usual suspects," neighbours, the Temmy Later Palliative Care team, the PSW’s who looked after Tony at home, and Sunnybrook Palliative Care. Condolences may be forwarded through
www.humphreymiles.com...
SMITH, Todd Anthony
Taken away from us suddenly on April 20, 2023, aged 43 years. Beloved dad of Cara, and Joe, and husband of Natalie. Dearly loved son of Carol and Bill Smith. Best mate, brother, and brother-in-law of Richard and Stacey. Treasured Uncle Bones of Cerys, Erin, and Bryn. Much loved son-in-law, brother-in-law, nephew, cousin, and great mate to all.
“You will be deeply missed and forever in our hearts”
A celebration of Todd’s life will be held at The Hideaway 201, Lochiel on Friday, April 28 at 1.00pm. This will be followed by a committal at the Southland Crematorium. A Livestream link can be found on Todd’s Tribute page at
distinctfunerals.co.nz
A memorial service will be held for Todd in Christchurch at a later date, details to follow. Messages may be addressed to “The family of the late Todd Smith” C/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013, or can be left on Todd’s tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz
BURT, Betty
On Saturday, April 22, 2023, aged 92 years, after a short illness and courageous battle, at St Albans Retirement Village, with her family surrounding her in her final days. Loved mum of Peter and mother-in-law of Kate. Cherished grandma of Steve and Sarah, and Claire and Charlie. Treasured great-grandma of Heidi and Tommy, and soon to be baby girl Satele.
R.I.P
ALLAN, Deborah Ann (Deb)(nee McQuilken)
Of Lincoln, formerly of Queenstown. On April 24, 2023 at Christchurch Hospital, Deb passed peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus, surrounded by her loving family, having fought a courageous and inspirational 9-year battle with bowel cancer, in her 63rd year. Loved wife of Craig, loved Mum and mother-in-law to Thomas and Jenny (Auckland), Grace and Elly (Darfield), Frances (Frankie) and Cain (Timaru), and Hannah and Yuen (Dunedin). Adored Ma Deb to her Grandies – Harvey, Oakley, Peyton, Hudson and Hosea.
A celebration of Deb’s life
will be held at La Vida – Life Church, 34A Hansens Lane, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch, on Saturday, April 29, at 3.00pm. Livestream link to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to https
BLAND, Cmdre Fred Hutchinson
RNZN, OBE, JP Rtd
On 24th April 2023 at Hutt Hospital surrounded by family. Dearly loved husband and friend of the late Phillippa, and much loved brother of Alan and Muriel (dec). Loving and loved father of Felicity & Alisdair, Nicola, and Mark. Loving and loved Grandad to Tristan & Iona and Rowan & Arianne. Donations to the NZ Neurological Foundation would be appreciated and may be left at the service. The family would like to thank all those staff who cared for Fred at the Woburn Home for the last 3 years and a special thank you to the staff in ED, Orthopaedics and ICU at Hutt Hospital for their care and compassion during his last few days. A celebration of Fred’s life will be held in Cornwall Manor, corner Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt, on Friday 28th April at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation.
GODKIN, Caryll Ethel
Passed away peacefully on Monday, 24 April 2023, aged 79 years. Dearly loved wife of Tom (deceased), mother and mother-in-law of Marie, and Brenda, Dayle, and Stuart. Loved Gran to Harry and Austin, Charlotte and Elise. Loved sister of Norman (dec), David, Bill/William (dec), and Marilyn. All messages to ‘The Godkin family’, c/- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth, or online at https
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