BRYANT, Trevor Allan (Trev)
Peacefully at home with family by his side. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Heather for 41 wonderful years. Adored brother and brother-in-law of Graham (deceased) and Jenny; Anna May and Pierce Brown; David and Maree Harris, and Ian and Anita Harris. Cherished friend of Sheryl Hockly and Sharron Harris. Treasured uncle of all his nieces and nephews and their families. Great mate and good friend to many. Thanks to Lisa, Prabha and Agnes, District Nurses and Nelson Tasman Hospice for their care of Trev. A private cremation has been held. Trev’s good friends and colleagues are welcome to join in a celebration of his life on Saturday, May 6 2023 at a venue to be confirmed - to be livestreamed. Messages to Heather at tandhbryant@gmail.com.
He touched the lives of many and left a lasting legacy.
WOODWARD, Judith Rosena
Passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, aged 62 years. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of Wayne. Dearly loved sister of Karen Irwin and sister-in-law of Steve Budd (AKL). Loved Aunty of James Irwin. Much loved daughter of the late Margaret and Graeme Withell. Loved daughter-in-law of Dick and the late Shirley McKenzie. Loved sister-in-law of Pauline and Stephen, Gary and Karen, Tony and Julie and Darrell. Loved Aunty of Jessica, Catherine, Cole, Nicole, Lauren, Michael, Todd, and partners, also all her great-nieces and nephews. Loved and respected friend to many. Will be missed by her loved cat Chloe. As per Judith’s wishes, a celebration of her life will be held at a later date to be advised. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Heart Foundation would be appreciated. Messages to
TATE, Judith Ann(nee Anstis)
Passed away peacefully aged 87 years on 19th April 2023 at Levin Madison Ultimate Care Home. (Late of Makahika). Artist, florist, dressmaker, her creativity has left a beautiful legacy in this world. Youngest daughter of Mary & Robert Anstis (dec). Treasured sister of Jim Anstis (Queensland), Eunice Eiseman (Victoria), Ruth Short (dec), Peter (dec) & Alec Anstis (dec). Dearly loved wife of Don (dec). Treasured and loved Mum to Janet Cox & Murray, Bruce & Rebecca Tate, Rachel Johns (dec) & Helen Tate (dec). Fabulous, adventurous, and fun-loving Nana to Doug, Justin, Adam & John Tate, Anna-Mariae Smith, Evania Wimms, Renee Compton, Daley & Karla Johns, and Holly Wolland. Much loved Great-Nana of Cooper, Hudson, Zara, Luka, Piper, Oliver, Sadie, Alex, Leon, Spencer, Sophia, Bree, Layton, Isaiah, Carson, Miller & Harley. The family thank and are sincerely grateful to all the staff of Madison Ultimate Care who have given Judith the very best of their love and care over many years. Judith will rest at her son’s home with family over the weekend in Levin. It is very fitting that we celebrate her life at Makahika Outdoor Pursuits Centre, Gladstone Valley Rd, Levin, on Monday 24th April 2023 at 1.00pm. Parking is limited. A bus will depart at 12.30pm from the gravel pit at the new bridge, on the new road. Please call 0210425533 to reserve a seat on the bus which will return at 3.30pm.
HENDERSON, Beverley Mary (nee Sutherland)
After a full, marvellous life our wonderful Mum slipped away to be with Dad on Thursday 20 April 2023, aged 95. Loved wife of the late Len. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Valerie (deceased) and Neville Rapley, Jill Corbett, and Ruth and Terry Olliver. Cherished Nan of Paul, Steve and Robyn, and Tony and Carol Burton; Shaan and Jennie, and Ryan Corbett; Karl and Anna, and Trent and Pip Olliver. Adored great and great-great-Nana Hen of many. Special friend of Katrina Corbett, and Lucille and Brian Burton. For those who would like to visit, Mum will be at home on Sunday. Messages to the Henderson family may be left on Bev’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/bev. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Bev’s life at St Paul’s Co-Operating Church, 41 Tasman Street, Opunake on Monday 24 April 2023, at 1.00pm. For those unable to attend, Bev’s funeral will be livestreamed via her tribute page.
BOLTON, Mathew Ian Hindmarsh
Aged 47. Adored partner of Nikita Vincent. It is with deep sadness we announce the unexpected passing of our cherished Matt. Dearly loved son of David & Pauline and loved brother of Suzy & Nick. Cherished Dad of Emma, Charlotte and Sam. Matt’s funeral will be held at the Beauchamp Crematorium Chapel, 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North, on Wednesday 26th April at 2.30pm. Private cremation to follow.
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RYAN, Hamish
Adored son of the late Bruce and Evette, loved brother and brother-in-law of Pip and Sharron, Nicki and Tim Moffatt, Mike and Des, respected uncle of all his nieces and nephews.
TAYLOR, June Rosemary (nee Hadley)
May 27, 1929 – April 19, 2023
Passed away peacefully in Hamilton. Wife of the late Stanley. Loved mother of Martin, Robert, Howard, Kendall and Shelley. Cherished mother-in-law, grandmother of 11 and great-grandmother of 9. Companion of the late Mohan. Many thanks to the kind staff of Radius Kensington, Hamilton. Country Policeman’s Wife, Retired Registered District Nurse and Matron of Te Aroha Hospital.
Very much loved and missed by her family and friends.
Treasured in our hearts forever.
Funeral Service 11am May 1, 2023, Te Aroha St Marks Church Hall, 7 Kenrick Street, Te Aroha. Messages to H Taylor, 201 Kowhai Avenue, RD 2, Whitianga 3592.
DIMERY, Janette (nee Hadley)
It is with heartfelt sadness the combined Dimery families announce the passing of Janette, on April 14, 2023, in her 87th year. Beloved ‘‘Chick’’ to the late Peter Allan Dimery. Loved mum to Paul and Wendy, mother-in-law to Isobel, and Richard; Nanna to Mia, and William. She may have only been "4ft 11 and a half’ but she made a giant contribution to family, friends, communities and charitable organisations. A celebration of Janette’s life will be held at Stoke Methodist Church, Neale Avenue, Stoke, Nelson, on Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at 11.00am. In lieu of flowers, donations are greatly appreciated and can be made directly to Make A Wish Foundation or NZ Surf Rescue. A livestream of Janette’s service will be available, please contact
support@marsdenhouse.co.nz or phone 035482770 for details.
CRESSWELL, Alister Graham
(formerly of Blenheim, Mt Maunganui, and Timaru) On Saturday, April 15, 2023, peacefully at home in Lyttelton, surrounded by his shipping memorabilia, and beloved cats.
“…and when we go back to the sea, whether it is to sail or to watch it, we are going back from whence we came.”
Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Alister Cresswell, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. You are welcome to spend time with Alister at our AvonPark Chapel, corner Pages and Kerrs Roads, Linwood, on Monday, April 24, between 11.00am and 1.00pm, following this, you are invited to join us for a celebration of Alister’s life at Te Runanga O Nga Maata Waka, 250 Pages Road, Wainoni.
LEE, John Thomas
(born Wellington, 9 March 1943) Has died. His favourite saying - "let common sense prevail". His favourite TV character - Victor Mildrew from One Foot in the Grave. His favourite meal - bloody mac and cheese. Loved beyond measure by family and friends, John provided wit, wisdom and guidance in often excessive quantities to even unwilling ears - but it was always appreciated. We love you John, We love you so much and your loss is deeply and profoundly felt by all of us and that pain will never go away. God we miss you. We miss you so much. Love Donna, Julian Stephanie and your beautiful family. A memorial will be held at the Kolmar Sports Centre, 295 Great South Road, Papatoetoe, on 18th May 2023 at 3.00pm. Messages may be addressed to the family of the Late John Lee, c/- Hope Funerals Christchurch, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042.
FRANCIS, Robin Peter
On Wednesday, April 19, 2023, aged 57 years. Dearly loved life long soulmate of Eric. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Jill and Mike, Greg and Debbie. Adored uncle of Eilish, Louie, Jess, Jean, Amy, Chris, and Rhys.
Love you Rob
Always loved, Always remembered
A private service has been held. Messages to the Francis Family, PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145.
LOCKE, Jeanie Renfrew Whitela
Peacefully in Te Kuiti, in her 83rd year. Loved wife of Graham. Dear mother to Linda and the late Danny Van Selm, Brian and Christine Kenny, Fiona (dec), and Step-Mother to Malcolm and Warwick. Adored grandmother to Reuben, Georgina, Kyle, Emma, Jamie and Greer. A Service for Jeanie will be held at V J Williams and Sons Chapel on Thursday, 27th April 2023 at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation. All communications to Locke Family, c/- PO Box 241, Te Kuiti 3941.
In the care of
VJ Williams & Sons, Funeral Directors Association of NZ.
GRIFFITHS, Russell Rex
On Tuesday, April 18, 2023, in Christchurch. Loved husband of the late Raema. Loved and cherished father and father-in-law of Siobhan and Tony, Marnie and Shaun, Brant, Kylie and Scott and Tristan (dec). Adored Grandad of Oliver, Ellie and Tristan, Rosa, Lia, Madison, Charlotte and Finnegan, Jack and Ethan.
So dearly loved, so sadly missed.
Messages may be addressed to the family of the late Russell Griffiths, c/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. A service to celebrate Russell’s life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entrance from London and Whitmore Streets, Christchurch, on Friday, April 28 at 1.00pm.
GORDON, Mary Helen
Died peacefully in Christchurch, aged 98 years. Dearly loved daughter of Keith and Dorothy Caldwell. Much loved wife of Geoff, loved mother of Johnnie, Sal, Roger and Simon. Loved mother-in-law of John and Susie. A fun and loving Mere to Ruby, Bridie, Louis, Tyne, Jack, Sam and Anna. Great-grandmother of Fin, Max, Alice and Freddie. A Funeral for Mary will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic
Church; Gray’s Lane, Kaikoura, on Monday, April 24, at 2.00pm.
HEARSEY, Stephanie Moira
At her home on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. Loved daughter of the late Moira and Frederick Hearsey, loved sister and sister-in-law of Bruce and Pauline. In keeping with Steph’s wishes, a private cremation will be held. Messages to the Hearsey family, c/- PO Box 772, Timaru 7940.
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