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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COOK, Pamela Jane (nee Newcombe)

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Died after a short illness at Woburn Rest Home, on Good Friday, 7 April 2023, aged 90 years. Loved wife of the late Ashton Cook, mother of Helen and Stephen Jacobi; and the late Megan. Beloved grandmother of Hannah and Shane Adams (Singapore); Miryam Jacobi and Jack Barry (Hamilton). Loved sister of Dawn and the late Brian Houston (Auckland), Reg and Annette Newcombe (Auckland), and Jenny and Hugh Robertson (Napier), aunt and friend to many. All communications to the family can be sent C/- PO Box 30-067 Lower Hutt 5040 or maybe left on Pamela’s tribute page at www.tributes.co.nz... Donations in lieu of flowers are invited to the St James’ Church Hall Refurbishment Fund https

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NAYLOR, David Charles

Passed away at Wellington Hospital on Saturday, 8 April 2023, aged 62. Loved Dad of Jessica and Rachel. Treasured Grandad of Jayden, Jake, Shontae, Jesse, Kohl, Paige and Chace. A service to celebrate David’s life will be held at Kapiti Coast Funeral Home Chapel, 9-11 Hinemoa Street, Paraparaumu on Wednesday, 12 April 2023 at 10.30am.

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COX, Elizabeth Raymonde (nee Maunsell)

of Tinui. On Saturday 8th April 2023 at Carter Court Rest Home. Married to Bart Senior, a relationship of travel and adventure through which they built an amazing home at Horokiwi and raised their two children, Bart and Caroline. The most loving and adored mother and mother-in-law of Bart and Izzy and Caroline and Mike and proud Ga of Josh, Katey and Emily. A service for Elizabeth will be held at St Peters By The Sea, Jetty Road, Castlepoint, on Saturday 15th April 2023, at 11.00am, followed by private cremation. Messages to the Cox Family C/- PO Box 185, Carterton 5743. Or visit Elizabeth’s tribute page at www.tributes.co.nz...

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THOMSON, Irene Hamilton

On Sunday 9th April 2023 at Palmerston North Hospital. Aged 89. Dearly loved daughter of the late Andrew and Mary Thomson. Much loved sister and sister-in-law of Ellen and Earle Jourdain, and the late Harley and John Thomson. Loved Auntie of all her nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Irene’s
life will be held in the Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Thursday 13th April 2023 at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Kelvin Grove Cemetery.

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CLARKE, Bruce Paterson

Passed away on Easter Sunday, 9 April 2023. Dearly loved husband of Michelle for more than 38 years and loving father of Sean and Daniel and their partners Josie and Lorraine. Brother of Christine and Heather. A private family funeral will be held. It is with deep gratitude that we thank the ICU unit at Wellington Hospital for their care of Bruce.
Lychgate Funerals
FDANZ 385 0745
www.lychgate.co.nz...

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NUNNS, Gerard Richard

Gerard passed away peacefully at home on April 7, 2023; aged 76. Dearly loved husband of Denia, loved Father of Deana, the late Julian, Jamie and Mel. Cherished brother of Patricia and the late John. Grandfather to Brandon, George, Archer and Patrick. A celebration of Gerard’s life will be held at St Anthony’s Church, 66 Falkirk Avenue, Seatoun, Wellington on Friday, April 14, at 11.00am and burial to take place at Karori cemetery. No flowers by request, donations are invited to the Heart Foundation.
Lychgate Funerals
FDANZ 385 0745
www.lychgate.co.nz...

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LELIEVELD, Arthur Cornelis

Passed away at home where he wanted to be, on 9th April 2023, aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband of Maria. Precious father and father-in-law of Mieke & Nigel, Pam & Les, Gerard & Linda. Adored Opa to his 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
He was a fighter to
the very end.
A farewell for Arthur will be held at the Netherville Community Hall, 4 Admiral Crescent, Flagstaff, Hamilton, on Thursday 13th April, at 10.30am.

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BEEHAN, Pamela May

Died peacefully at daybreak on Good Friday, April 7, 2023, surrounded by her beloved husband Patrick and children Christopher, Brigid and Susannah. Her seven grandchildren will deeply miss their loved Pom. A service to celebrate Pamela’s life will be held at the Waikato Cathedral Church of St Peter, 51 Victoria Street, Hamilton, on Friday, April 14, at 2.00pm followed by a private burial. Correspondence to the Beehan Family c/- PO Box 23, Tairua 3544.

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JONES, JoyceLetitia (Joy)

It is with a heavy heart that we have to inform you of the peaceful passing of Joy (Joyce) Letitia Jones on 6 April 2023 at Wellington Hospital surrounded by her 3 daughters and family. Much loved wife of the late Lester Jones and mother to Karen Jones, Raelene and Philip Did-dell, Gavin Jones, Debbie Jones and Rick Grant (deceased). An exceptional grandmother and great-grandmother to Annette and Brendan Kendall, Haylee and Simon Wrenn, Ken Jones, Tim and Julie Did-Dell, Stacey and David Flowerday, Micah Did-dell, Campbell Jones, George; Olivia and Alex Wrenn, Cameron Kendall, Isaac and Jacob Flowerday. It was Joy’s wish to be cremated and for a private family service to be held. In lieu of flowers the family wish for donations to the Dannevirke St John Health Shuttle, and can sent via Tararua Funerals, 51 Denmark Street, Dannevirke.
You are now back in the arms of your beloved Lester. Rest in peace our little lady.

Death

JONES, Joyce Letitia (Joy)

It is with a heavy heart that we have to inform you of the peaceful passing of Joy (Joyce) Letitia Jones on 6 April 2023 at Wellington Hospital surrounded by her 3 daughters and family. Much loved wife of the late Lester Jones and mother to Karen Jones, Raelene and Philip Did-dell, Gavin Jones, Debbie Jones and Rick Grant (deceased). An exceptional grandmother and great-grandmother to Annette and Brendan Kendall, Haylee and Simon Wrenn, Ken Jones, Tim and Julie Did-Dell, Stacey and David Flowerday, Micah Did-dell, Campbell Jones, George; Olivia and Alex Wrenn, Cameron Kendall, Isaac and Jacob Flowerday. It was Joy’s wish to be cremated and for a private family service to be held. Joy was loved by so many and the family would love you to join them for afternoon tea where you can share your memories on Saturday 6 May, between 3-5.00pm, at Sugar and Salt Café, High Street, Dannevirke. In lieu of flowers the family wish for donations to the Dannevirke St John Health Shuttle, and can be left at the gathering.
You are now back in the arms of your beloved Lester.
Rest in peace our little lady.

Death

CRAW, Murray Alvyn Weston

of Port Levy died peacefully on April 8, 2023, aged 89 years. He was the loved husband of Carolyn (nee Howse), loved father of Janna Gresham, Michael (deceased), Jane Miles and John, father-in-law of Andrew Gresham, Gerard Miles and Sally McIver Craw. Loved grandfather and step-grandfather of Laurence and George Gresham, James and Emma Miles, Finn and Darcy McMillan, Stella McIver and Edith Craw. The family would like to thank all the staff of Ilam Arvida. A private celebration of Murray’s life will be held at a later date.

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GILL, Tony

Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family
on Saturday April 8th 2023 after a brave battle with Motor Neuron Disease, aged 62 years. Beloved father of Eden and Callum, great friend of Kiri, dearly loved son of the late Margaret and Derek Gill, precious brother and brother-in-law of Helen and Paul Bangerter, and Jane and Nick Eynon-Richards, loved uncle of Nicky, Luke, Tom, Henry and Meg.
“Your smile will live with us forever”.
The service to Celebrate Tony’s life will be held at the Sir Howard Morrison Centre, Fenton Street, Rotorua, on Thursday, 13 April at 1.00pm and will be livestreamed via www.collingwoodfuneralhome....
co.nz. Communications please to “Gill Family” C/- 1358 Eruera Street, Rotorua 3010.

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STEPHENS, Thelma Marjorie (Marg)(nee Gibbs)

Dearly loved wife of the late Johnny. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Glenda and Richard, Bruce and Jude. Loved grandmother of Jorg, and Nico, loved great-grandmother of Sequoria, Salvadoray, Phoenix, Kauri, and Sullivan.
In her words
“Finally off the planet”
Messages to 29 Queens Drive, Richmond, Invercargill 9810.

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LOADER, Veronica Margaret (Ronnie) (V)

Peacefully at Wairarapa Village, Masterton on April 7, 2023. Aged 72 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Vaughan. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Kevin and Tracy, Anna and David Reid (Dannevirke). Cherished Nana of Chayden and Emily, Tyla and Chris, Jesslyn, and Grace and of her great-grandson Oliver (Ollie). Special thanks to the team at Wairarapa Village for your love and care of Ronnie. Friends and family are invited to attend a celebration of Ronnie’s life in the Village Chapel 4 – 6 High Street, Kuripuni, Masterton, on Wednesday, April 12, at 1.00pm.
Gary Pickering Funerals
NZIFH Masterton

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KEOWN, Josephine (née Murrell)

Died peacefully on April 4, 2023, at the Marlborough Hospice, aged 78 years. Dearly loved wife of Cameron. Much loved mother of Lachlan, Islay and Hamish. Treasured Nana to Ruby, Archer, Cameron, Robert, Augustus, Violet and Valentina. Messages to 81 Pauls Road, RD 3, Blenheim 7273 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz... In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Marlborough Hospice (Acc. No. 03 1369 0365207 00 Ref

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