SELBY, Peter Richard
14.7.1941 — 2.4.2023
Sadly, beautiful Peter has died at our home in Timaru. Peter was much loved by all who knew him, especially his wife of 52 years, Claire, and his step-siblings Pip, Mark, Robert and John. Appreciative thanks to the many carers who helped Peter with skilled kindness over the last five years. They came from the agencies of Nurse Maude, Presbyterian Support, Health Vision and Healthcare NZ. A private burial has taken place at Lake Tekapo Cemetery. Messages please to 2B Richmond Street, Timaru.
SHARON, Patrick Edward
14 May 1931 - 6 April 2023
Much loved husband of Pam, father of Cindy, father-in-law of Mike and grandfather to Zak, Jordan and Samara. Special thanks to Heritage Lifecare (Home of Compassion) for their wonderful care. In accordance with Pat’s wishes a private cremation has taken place.
OTT, Jocelyn Sandra (Sandra)
On Thursday, April 6, 2023, surrounded by her loving husband and family, in Christchurch, in her 97th year. Much loved wife of Bruce, dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Hamish and Margot, Janine and Richie, David and Anne, Duncan and Lorraine, Richard and Jackie. Proud Grandma of her 13 grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Grateful thanks to the wonderful team at Nazareth House. Messages may be sent to PO Box 5617, Papanui, Christchurch 8542. According to Sandra’s wishes, a private service has been held.
GRANT, Helen Ruth
Passed away on 20th March 2023. Much loved wife of the late Allister Grant. Dearly loved mother of Michael, Eileen and the late Philip. Cherished grandmother and friend. Will be missed by so many who knew her. In keeping with Helen’s wishes a private cremation has been held. Messages to the family, c/- PO Box 300, Waikanae 5250.
CARTER, Nicholas John (Nick)
Peacefully at Elloughton Gardens, on Sunday, April 9, 2023, aged 85 years. Formerly of Te Aroha. Loved father of David, and Julie. Loved granddad of Joshua, Zachary, Cheyanne, and Jared, and great-granddad of Andre, Mason, Jordan, and Hunter. Life member of Te Aroha Country Music Club. In keeping with Nick’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to the Carter family, c/- PO Box 772, Timaru 7940.
HOLMES, Paul Desmond
On April 10, 2023, passed away peacefully, aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband of Robyn, and much loved father of Deirdre, Richard, David, and Michael. Our grateful thanks for the wonderful care of Paul by the staff at Burlington Care Centre. A Requiem Mass for Paul has already been celebrated. Messages may be addressed to The Family of Paul Holmes, c/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013.
CRAIG, Peter Barry
On Tuesday, April 11, 2023, suddenly at home while gardening; aged 67 years. Dearly loved husband of Catharine, respected friend of Catharine’s sons and daughter-in-law, loved brother and brother-in-law of Alan and Vicky, Brian, Phillip and Carolyne, loving uncle of all his nephews and nieces. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Heart Foundation would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Messages to the Craig Family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A Celebration of Peter’s life will be held in the Academy Funeral Services Chapel, 65 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton, on Tuesday, April 18, at 1.00pm.
OSWALD, Joseph Strachan
On April 6th 2023 aged 87 years. Loved Father of Joanne, Dean and Philip, and Grandad of Jake, Axel, Oscar, Jethro, Sophie, Katie and Anna. A celebration of Joe’s life will be held at 2pm Saturday 29th April at the Tararua Cub, 15 Tararua Street, Pahiatua.
WANG, Helen Huaiyu
Of Lower Hutt, passed away peacefully on 6th April 2023. Dearly loved wife of Ming, mother of Zheng, Po Po to Henry, and mother-in-law to John-Daniel. A private service has been held.
Helen, rest in peace.
STEWART, Denise Patricia
Passed away peacefully with family in Christchurch, on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, aged 84 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late John. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Michelle and Graeme, Kim and Lorraine, Tony and Janine. Loved Nana of Dean, Melanie and Mike, Cory, Jared and Krystie, Laura and Clint, Charlotte and Justin. Great-Nana of Caleb and Braxton, Mia, Nathan and Connor, Brieana and Shayla. Many thanks to Dr Sarah Marr and the Health Care NZ team for all their loving care of Denise. Messages to the Stewart family, c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be made online only at www.stjohn.org.nz... A Funeral Service for Denise will be held at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Spencer Street, Addington, on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 10.30am, followed by interment in Akaroa Catholic Cemetery at 3.00pm.
CARMODY, Bernice Aileen
Born in Wanganui on February 11, 1941, passed away peacefully in Christchurch on April 9, 2023. Dearly loved wife of the late Notley for 61 years. Treasured mother and mother-in-law of Leigh and Paul; Erin and Bert; Russ and Penny, and Scott and Larna. Adored grandmother of Ethan, Ryan, Jordan and Tristan and partners; Ben; Isabella and Samuel, great-grandmother of Parker and Maxwell, and step-grandmother of Bejay and Isaac, and Tom and Madi. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Pat and the late Jim Beleski; Kerry and the late Gay Nind, John and Moira Pinnock, and Natalie and Pat Collins. The family would like to express their gratitude and appreciation for the loving, kind and excellent care shown to Bernice by the staff of Christchurch Hospital’s Ward 14 and ICU. Messages to ‘The Carmody Family’ C/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance. In accordance with Bernice’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.
RUSSELL, John Robert
Died peacefully on 5 April 2023. Dearly loved husband of Annette. Loved step-father of Vanessa and Russell Smith, and Kathryn Clausen. Loved Johnboy of Hamish and Hannah, Oliver and Katie and Emily Smith. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Rosemary and Paul Woolley, Richard and Diane, Philip and Michele, Sandra and Robert Honeybone. Loved son of Rebecca and Bill and step-son of Lynn.
Home in the Valley he loved.
A private cremation has been held. Messages to the Russell family can be sent C/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440.
THIN, Terence James (Terry)
The family sadly announce Terry peacefully departed this life on April 1, 2023. In accordance with Terry’s last wishes he has been cremated.
BRUCE, Marion Davidson
On April 11, 2023, peacefully at Rosewood Rest Home, aged 97 years. Loved wife of John Bruce, cherished mother and mother-in-law of Alan and Sue, Margaret and John, and Nana of Alex, Emily, Jono, and Janie. Many thanks to the kind staff at Rosewood Rest Home, for their care of Marion. Messages may be addressed to The Family of Marion Bruce, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A private cremation has been held.
MEHRTENS, Terence Leslie (Terry)
Died peacefully on April 9, 2023 at Burwood Hospital, aged 78 years. Dearly loved husband and friend of Sandra, loved father and father-in-law of Andrew and Shauna, Kate and Reuben Thorne, Richard and Josie, loved grandad (Tez) of Sam, George, and Ivy Mehrtens; Angus, Lucy, and Honor Thorne; Henry, and Fred Mehrtens; also loved by Shauna’s 2 girls Rio, and Morgan. Messages to the Mehrtens Family, c/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440. A Celebration of Terry’s life will be held at Northbrook Chapel, Spark Lane (off Northbrook Road), Rangiora, on Tuesday, April 18, at 10.30am.
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