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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MARSHALL, Edith Esther(Edie) (née Jack)

Peacefully on Sunday, April 2, 2023, aged 87, with her family by her side. Dearly loved wife of Jim. Devoted Mum and Mum-in-law to Juliea and Neville, Fay* and Nelson, Joy and Graeme, and Peter and Kirstie. Dearest Nana to Melanie, Jason, Jamie, Rachel, Michelle, Blair, Karl, Stacey, Alana, Steven, Megan, Daniel, and all their partners. Loved Nana Marshall to her many, many great-grandchildren. A service to celebrate Edie’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill, on Thursday, April 6, at 11.00am, the service will conclude with the interment at the Eastern Cemetery. Edie’s family would like to thank the wonderful staff of Salisbury Wing, Rowena Jackson for their care of Edie. Messages to 188 Coggins Road, Otatara RD9, Invercargill 9879.
(*denotes deceased)

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CAWOOD, Doreen Betty

Formerly of Putaruru. Passed away peacefully at Waikato Hospital on Saturday 1 April 2023, aged 86 years. Much loved and loving wife of the late Jim for 66 years. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Sue (deceased) and Kevin, Shane and Carol, Tracey and Andy. Adored
Nan and Nan-Nan of her 7 grandchildren and their families. Returning to the arms of her much loved wingman, Jim. A celebration of Doreen’s life will be held
at Woodside Estate, 130 Woodside Road, Matangi on Thursday 6 April at 10.00am.

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KING, Leona

Peacefully, on Sunday 2nd April 2023 at home, surrounded by her loving family. Dearly loved sister, daughter, aunty, cousin and friend. A celebration of Leona’s life will be held at home, 127E Main North Road, Otorohanga, on Thursday 6th April at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Hikurangi Urupa, Raakaunui. All communications to King Family, c/- PO Box 241, Te Kuiti 3941.
V J Williams & Sons
FDANZ

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JAINE, Paul David John (Charlie)

Very much loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle to Denise and Murray Ewing; Amy, Zach, Bailey, Kiera and Mila; Stuart and Sarah; Antony; Rose and Henry.
We will all miss our
dear friend Charlie.
Rest in Peace.

Death

WELLS, Monica

Passed away peacefully on Friday 31st March 2023 at Te Omanga Hospice, Lower Hutt. Loved mother to Daylin and the late Donica. Special Nana to Reuben, Tallulah, Jasper & Arlo. A service for Monica will be held at the Croft centennial Chapel, 2 Osborne Place (off Queens Drive), Lower Hutt, on Thursday 6th April 2023 at 11.00am.

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JAINE, Charlie

Dearly loved brother and mate to Mark Jaine, brother-in-law to Jacqui and uncle to Tessa, and Henry.
Will be missed
forever and a day.

Death

HICKS, Mavis Evelyn(née Wilson)

Unexpectedly on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at Charles Upham Village, Rangiora, in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Bob Hicks of Stewart Island; much loved mother of Glenda and Murray and mother-in-law of Sandra (Christchurch); cherished Nanna of Katie and Great-Nanna of Cam and Liam (Healdsburg, California); cherished Nanna of Charlotte and Guy and Great Nanna of Izzy and Henry (West Melton). Loved sister of the late Margaret Holroyd and Lex Wilson (Oteramika, Southland). A service of thanksgiving for Mavis’ life will be held in our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Thursday, April 6, at 10.30am. To watch a live-stream of the service, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in Mavis’ obituary. A memorial service is planned for a later date on Stewart Island. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mavis would be welcome for the Stewart Island Seniors Cottage Trust, and may be made online at https

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SEYMOUR, Ruth Bernice (nee Lockwood)

It is with great sadness that Ruth passed away at Christchurch Hospital, on Sunday, April 2, 2023, at 7.09pm, with her family at her side. Much loved Mum to Jenny and mother-in-law to Grant. Grandmother to Karen and partner Trev. Great-Grandmother to Sofia and Jaden. Grandma Ruth to all the extended family. Special thanks to the management and staff at Summerset on Cavendish for the love and great care you all took of Ruth. Also, to the staff in Ward 14 at Christchurch Hospital. The Funeral Service to Celebrate Ruth’s life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entry from Whitmore and London Streets, Christchurch, on Thursday, April 6, 2023, at 10.00am.Private interment to follow.
A great friend to many.
Will be greatly missed
R.I.P. Mum (Ruth)
Love you heaps.

Death

HARWOOD, Margaret Rose

Peacefully at Te Omanga Hospice on Sunday 2nd April 2023, with her family by her side. Much loved mum of Anthia, Rene and the late Paul. Adored Nana of Megan, Ashleigh, Cameron and Holden, Great-Nana of Elijah and Julian, much loved Aunty and Friend. A private family service will be held. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Te Omanga Hospice at https

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PROWSE, Chris

On Saturday 1 April 2023 at home in Eketahuna, aged 59. Dearly loved husband of Maureen. Loved father and father-in-law of Rebecca and George, Daniel and Dianne, and Melissa and Zane. Devoted Grandad of Elsie and Ella. A service to give thanks for Chris’ life will be held at Rosewood, 415 Queen Street, Masterton, on Saturday 8th April at 2.00pm followed by private cremation.

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HICKS, Mavis Evelyn (née Wilson)

Unexpectedly on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at Charles Upham Village, Rangiora, in her 96th year. Beloved wife of the late Bob Hicks of Stewart Island; much loved mother of Glenda and Murray and mother-in-law of Sandra (Christchurch); cherished Nanna of Katie and Great-Nanna of Cam and Liam (Healdsburg, California); cherished Nanna of Charlotte and Guy and Great Nanna of Izzy and Henry (West Melton). Loved sister of the late Margaret Holroyd and Lex Wilson (Oteramika, Southland). A service of thanksgiving for Mavis’ life will be held in our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora on Thursday, April 6, at 10.30am. To watch a livestream of the service, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in Mavis’ obituary. A memorial service is planned for a later date on Stewart Island. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mavis would be welcome for the Stewart Island Seniors Cottage Trust, and may be made online at https

Death

LANGAN, Robert

Peacefully at Hospice South Canterbury on April 2, 2023, aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of Margaret. Loved father and father-in-law of Robbie (deceased), Lisa and Trevor Wilkinson, Leanne, and Terry (UK). Loved granddad (Gavin) and loved great-granddad. A funeral service for Bob will be held at Salisbury Park Crematorium, Beaconsfield Road, on Thursday, April 6 at 1.00pm. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice South Canterbury would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Messages may be sent to the Langan family, c/- PO Box 772, Timaru 7940.

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CALVERT, Reginald Graham (Graham)

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Graham passed away peacefully on 2nd April 2023, in his apartment at Ryman’s Possum Bourne Retirement Village, Pukekohe, after his big heart gave up during his short battle with dementia. A very much loved and cherished father and father-in-law to Ian and Raewyn, Christine and John, Lee and Grey, and Sandra and Kane. An adored Grandad, Great-Grandad and Great-Great-Grandad to a very large extended family who will miss him terribly. A service to celebrate his amazing life will be held on Saturday 8th April at Grahams Funeral Home Chapel, West Street, Tuakau, at 11.00am, followed by refreshments and then interment in the Heights Park Cemetery, Heights Road, Paerata.

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SNOWDON, Bill(William Ernest)

Passed away peacefully with family at his side, at Jean Sandel Retirement Village, on Sunday, 2 April 2023, in his 95th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Gladys. Loving father and father-in-law of Wendy (deceased), Carrie (Carolyn) and Phil Hanford, Ngaire and Brian Grundy, Paul and Christine, Robyn and James Frost, Peter and Wendy. Loved by his 13 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. To receive the livestream link, please email tributes@vospers.co.nz A celebration of Bill’s life will be held at Equippers Church New Plymouth, 94 Hurlstone Drive, New Plymouth, on Thursday, 6 April 2023 at 1.30pm.

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SENIOR, Kenneth Regan

Tragically taken from us on April 2, 2023; aged 45 years. Deeply loved husband of Angela, cherished father of Ella, Zoe, and Amber. Dearly loved son of Gail and Norman, brother of Brett and Sue, Aaron and Kylie, and Justin. Cherished Uncle Ken. Sadly missed husband and father, gone too soon. Funeral details to be advised.

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