MURRAY, Ross Cheyne
Passed away at Parklands Hospital, on April 5, 2023, aged 89 years. Much loved husband of the late Adrienne, cherished father and father-in-law of Catherine and Joe, Vivienne and Antony, and the late Duncan, treasured Pop of Ben, Anna, Sam, Diana, Richard, and Michael.
The Golf Ball
If it goes right, it’s a slice.
If it goes left, it’s a hook.
If it goes straight, it’s a miracle!
Special thanks to the staff at Camellia Court, and Parklands Hospital for their care of Ross. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Ross Murray c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A private service to celebrate Ross’ life will be held.
BEROS, Russell John
Died peacefully on April 4 2023 at Waikato Hospital. Dearly loved son of Mate (deceased) and Merle. Beloved brother of Peter and wife Kerry. Uncle of Mate and Anna.In accordance with Russell’s wishes a private farewell has been held. All communications to the Beros Family, C/- PO Box 241, Te Kuiti 3941.
In the care of
V J Williams & Sons
FDANZ
CODY, Patricia Margaret
Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. Loved sister of Eleanor Graham (nee Kearney) and the late Michael Kearney. Loved Aunt of Anne and Mark, Nicola and Mike, Gerard and Amy, and families.
At Peace.
GAFFANEY, Aeleen Frances
Peacefully at the Croft Rest Home, Timaru, surrounded by family, on Monday, April 10, 2023, aged 74. Dearly loved wife of the late Joe. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Sarah and Geoff, Amanda and Andrew, Simon and Kim, Julian and Kate. Adored nana of Sam and Angus; Jack, James, Toby, and Luke; Tristan, and Neve. A special thanks to all the staff at the Croft Rest Home for their care. A service in celebration of Aeleen’s life will be held at Aoraki Funeral Services Chapel, 160 Mountainview Road, Timaru, on Friday, April 14, at 11.00am. A livestream of the service is available, please email - office@aoraki.kiwi.nz or call on 6862148. Messages to
HAYWARD, Ronald William (Ron)
Passed away peacefully at Maryann Rest Home on Monday 10th April 2023. Beloved husband of the late Margaret. Father of Heather, Eric and Ian. Grandad of his seven grandchildren and his nine great-grandchildren. All messages to the Hayward family can be sent to C/- P.O. Box 218, Stratford 4352. A service for Ron will be held at the Mary Alice Chapel, 119 Regan Street, Stratford, on Saturday 15th April 2023 at 10.00am, followed by his burial at the Kopuatama Cemetery, Stratford.
McKIBBIN, Robert Arthur (Rob)
Peacefully at Fergusson Care Home on 11th April 2023. Loved father of Adrian and Jeremy. Loved father in-law of Leeanne and Susan. Adored Pa of Leitesha, Chelsea, Lincoln and Courtney. Much loved Great-Grandad of Kyah, Irie, Nesta, Cyprus and Westlyn. Loved brother of Joan and Allan. Special thanks to the staff at Fergusson for the care they have given Dad over the last 3 years. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at the service or made online www.wfa.org.nz.... A celebration of Rob’s life will be held in Cornwall Manor, corner Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt, on Friday, April 14, 2023 at 10.30am, followed by private cremation.
ARMSTRONG, Selwyn Norman
Peacefully, after a courageous battle, Selwyn passed away on April 9, 2023, at Rowena Jackson Retirement Village, Invercargill, aged 81. Very much loved husband of Denise for 52 years. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Keith and Marie. Loved father of Glenn and Gregg, Loved father-in-law of Katie and Sarah. Loved Granddad of Wylie, Sam, Isla, Jacob and Gabriel. Loved brother-in-law of Barbara, Doug and Jennifer and uncle of Peter and Faye (UK). Loved uncle of Megan and Hayley. Many thanks to the kind staff of Rowena Jackson Retirement Village for their care of Selwyn over the last two years. A memorial to celebrate Selwyn’s life will be held, date and time to be confirmed. Messages to 115 Salford Street, Invercargill.
BYNG, PamelaRosalie (nee Dakins)
20 March 1941 — 1 April 2023
Passed away peacefully at Duart Hospital, Havelock North. Much loved mum of Michelle and Simon, grandma of Remy, Serge, Harper and Ester, sister and sister-in-law of Dianne and Bill Lishman, and Paul and Denise, and aunty and friend of many. As per Pam’s wishes, a family celebration of her life has been held. Messages to family c/o 2B Tripoli Street, Onekawa, Napier.
BENNER, Jeanette Alison
Passed away peacefully on March 26th, 2023 at Lower Hutt Hospital, aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife and soul mate of the late Arnold “Nol” Bastiaan Melchior. Loved and respected mother and mother-in-law of Peter and Kerry. Nana of Samantha and Matt, Michael and Simone. Great-Nana to Sophie. Special thanks to the staff and caregivers at the Lower Hutt Hospital Medical Ward. A service for Jeanette will be held in Kingswood, cr of King and Cairo Streets, Upper Hutt on Friday April 14, 2023 at 3.00pm.
HICKEY, Michael John
Peacefully passed away on Monday, 10 April 2023, aged 60 years. Loved partner of Janet Kelland, cherished son of Kevin (deceased) & Beverley Hickey (Te Awamutu), loved brother and brother-in-law of Michael & Sue McCrystal (Auckland), Maurice & Sue Hickey (Australia), Graeme & Mel Hickey (Hamilton), loved Uncle to Richard, Danny, Sam & Kate (Auckland), and Sean & Shania (Australia).
“Your soul now at rest.”
BIGGAR, Janice Kay (Jan)
Passed peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday 9 April 2023, aged 74 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Bryan. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Sheree and Rikki, and Aaron and Nic. Devoted Nana of Felix, Luci, and Alex and special friend of Kyle and Holland. Messages may be sent to ‘The Biggar Family’, c/- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth 4340, or online at wabraham.co.nz/notices A celebration of Jan’s life will be held in The Chapel of W. Abraham, 366 Devon Street East, New Plymouth, on Friday 14 April 2023 at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation.
POOK, Hazel Louisa
On April 11th, 2023, at Palmerston North. Dearly loved wife of the late Brian. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Vicki and Rob McCaskie, Debra and Glen Round. Treasured Nana of Cameron, Jamie, Michael, and Kristin and Great-nana to Nico. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Colin and Maureen Wilson.
‘Hazel will be sadly missed, and will always have a special place in our hearts’
At Hazel’s request a private service has been held.
HUNT, Brenda
Of Ashburton (formerly the UK). Passed away peacefully in Ashburton Hospital on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, aged 95 years. Beloved wife and soulmate of the late Edward (Ted), treasured Gran of Shaun and Dennis Philip, and dear grandmother-in-law to Kelly. Loved grandmother (Gran) to Sam, Ollie, Jessie-Leigh, Jamie (and Nathan), and great-great-grandmother (Gran) to Remy and Enzo. We are comforted to know Gran will now rest in the loving arms of her husband Ted. We are especially thankful for the kindness, love and expert care given to our Gran by Ward 2, Ashburton Hospital. Brenda was also a very special friend to her group of companions. She will be sadly missed. A Memorial Service will be held to celebrate Brenda’s life (details to be advised).
VAUGHAN, Lindsay William
Passed away peacefully at home on April 5, 2023, aged 76. Dearly loved husband to the late Catherine. Much loved father and father-in-law to Jacqueline and Eddy; Jeff and Fay; Michael and Jackie. Adventurous Grandad to Madison; Timothy and Ruth; and Riley. Loved brother of Dennis and Rodney, and a loved and respected friend to many. Messages c/- PO Box 7103, Nelson 7040. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nelson Tasman Region Hospice would be appreciated and may be made at the service. A celebration of Lindsay’s life will be held at Headingly Centre, Headingly Lane, Richmond, on Monday, April 17, 2023 at 1.30pm.
GRAY, John William
Of Tawa. Peacefully on 9 April 2023, aged 78 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Veronica (Roni) (nee Moody). Much loved father and father-in-law of Tracy and Brent, Rachelle and David, Vanessa and Andrew. Treasured grandad of Emily and William. Respected and loved by family and friends. Requiem Mass will be celebrated for John in the Church of Our Lady of Fatima, corner Main and Lyndhurst Roads, Tawa on Friday 14 April, commencing at 1.00pm. Thereafter private cremation.
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