TE TAU, Wikitoria Keita (Wiki)
Surrounded by her loving whanau and close friends, on Monday, March 27, 2023, in her 63rd year. Loved daughter of the late Wi Te Huki Te Tau, and Marnie and Papa John Finlay, loved wife and soulmate of Bill Patterson, Mum to Damion Taiawhio Te Tau, loved Taua of Odin Roderique, Keita Taimana Te Huna Te Tau, Seddon Te Whaituiapti Te Huna Te Tau, sister of Bill (deceased), Miria, Richard, Ken and Pita, and a much loved Aunty, cousin and friend. Wiki will be lying at her home until her service, all those wishing to pay their respects are welcome to attend the house (see below address). A service to celebrate Wiki’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill, on Friday, March 31 at 10.00am, private cremation to follow. You are invited to join the service via livestream by going to the Avenal Park website Obituaries page and click on the link on Wiki’s page. Messages to 214 Bain Street, Invercargill 9812.
PRASHAR, Vasu
With great sadness we announce the early loss of Vasu Prashar, as the result of an accident on Sunday 26 March 2023, aged 23 years. Beloved son of Ravinder (Ravi) & Shikha Sharma, dear brother of Aadi Prashar, nephew of Suman & Pankaj Kaushik, Sahil & Bhavna Sharma, loving cousin to Aditi, Arya & Gauri, and not withholding family and dear ones outside of NZ. A service for Vasu will be held at the Whenua Tapu Crematorium Chapel, Airlie Road, Pukerua Bay, on Friday 31 March 2023 commencing at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation in the presence of family and close friends at 2.30pm.
CHILDS, Emily Rose
On March 24, 2023, unexpectedly passed away due to a medical condition, aged 41 years. Dearly loved daughter of Maxine Cooper and Tony Childs, sister of Anna and Heidi Childs, stepdaughter of Richard Cooper and Jeanette Childs. The Memorial Service to Celebrate Emily’s life will be held at Omarino Estate, 638 Harewood Road, on Monday, April 3, 2023, at 2.00pm.
MORSINK, Leonarda (Leonie) Maria
Peacefully and surrounded by her loving family, our most precious and treasured Wife, Mum, Nana and Old Nana passed away on Monday, March 27, 2023; aged 97 years. Treasured soulmate and best friend of the late Herman. Precious Mother and Mother-in-law of Graham and Barb, Jen and David, young Herman and Chrissie, Pete and Kay, and the late Peter. Most loved Nana of Bryleigh and Matt, Mark, Jenna and Paul, Greg and Yvette, Steve and Becky, Nikki and Ivan, Lauren and Brad, Georgia and Taine, the late Wade, and the late Bradley. Wonderful Old Nana of Georgia, Meila and Evie, Nina, Esme and Miles, Arthur and Louis, Alice and Brooke, Tommy and Leo, Willa, Ada and Elliott.
R.I.P
“Goede Reis Nana,
until we meet again.”
A Requiem Mass to celebrate Leonie’s life will be held at St Mary’s Basilica, Tyne Street Invercargill on Friday, March 31 at 10.30am, interment to follow at the Eastern Cemetery. Messages to 64 Vyner Road, Otatara RD9 Invercargill 9879.
WILSON, Anna Claire
An inspiration and a huge influence on the lives of our family and her large group of close friends. Anna passed away on the night of March 26, 2023, at Nurse Maude Hospice after a valiant battle. Much loved daughter of Steve and Jane, loved sister of Simon and Alaina, and Matt and Laura, much loved aunt and guardian angel of Leo, Angus, Chester, Bailey and Otto. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Anna Wilson, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St George’s Cancer Centre and can be made online at
KEENAN, Louise
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday 28th March 2023. Loved dearly by her devoted husband Mark, her children Erin, Matthew, Simon and Patrick. Much loved grandmother to Caitlin, Ciara, Rebecca, Cameron, Clementine, Gabby and Isaiah. The service to celebrate Louise’s life will be held at St Michael’s Church, Lake Road, Rotorua, on Friday 31st March at 10am. All communications to Keenan family, c/o 1358 Eruera Street, Rotorua 3010.
Collingwood Funeral Home Rotorua
HARVEY, Hazel Evelyn (nee Elliott)
Passed away peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital, on Tuesday 28 March 2023, in her 90th year. Dearly loved wife of John who passed only two months ago to the day. Loved mother of Mike and Wayne. Loved nana of Helena and Cameron, Cory and Alix, and great-nana of Roman. Messages to tributes@vospers.co.nz. A farewell for Hazel will be held at Vospers Chapel, 257 Devon Street East, New Plymouth, on Friday 31 March 2023, at 5.00pm.
HOLDER, Neil Glenn
On Monday, March 27, 2023, in Christchurch, in his 90th year. Dearly loved husband of Kathleen for 63 years, loved father of Louise, and Miles, and loved by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Special thanks to all the staff at the Nurse Maude Hospital for their care during his illness. Messages can be addressed to the family of the late Neil Holder, c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. A celebration of Neil’s life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entrance from London and Whitmore Streets, on Saturday, April 1, at 1.00pm.
FINDLAY, Jared Alexander
(Formerly of Invercargill) Peacefully at Lakes District Hospital, Queenstown, surrounded by his family, on Monday, March 27, 2023, aged 35 years. Much loved son of John and Fiona, adored little brother and brother-in-law of Alana and Jacob Grace, loved uncle of Israel and friend of Herbert (woof), loved grandson of the late Milton and Margarett Herrick, much loved nephew and cousin of all the extended family. A special thanks to all those people that have touched Jared’s life over the years. A service for Jared will be held at Avenal Park Funeral Home, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill, 1.30pm, Saturday, April 1. You are invited to join the service via livestream by going to the Avenal Park website, Obituaries pages and clicking on the link on Jared’s page. Messages to 30 Hosking Drive, Cromwell 9130.
THIAN, Albert Noel (Sam)
On March 27, 2023, peacefully at Ellesmere Hospital, aged 82 years. Beloved husband of Lenore, much loved Dad of Donna and Wayne, Tracey and Greg, and Anna and David. Devoted Pop of Tom and Dee, and Bid and Will, and adored Poppa Sam of Charlie, and Lilly. Special thanks to Ellesmere Hospital staff for their amazing care of Sam through his final journey. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Noel (Sam) Thian, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Friends of Ellesmere Hospital would be appreciated and may be made to bank account 02-0860-0077462-00. The Funeral Service for Noel (Sam) will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Saturday, April 1, at 10.00am, private cremation thereafter.
WEBB, Peter John (Pete)
Loved son of the late Robbie and Dot. Loved brother of Barry & Jean (Bell Block), Shirley (Melbourne), Glenyss and Farley (Midhirst), and Murray & Tracie (Matamata). Loved uncle of his nieces and nephews.
VERITY, John Wilson Kelland
On Monday, March 27, 2023, at Merivale Retirement Village, with his family by his side, in his 90th year. Dearly loved husband of Leonie, much loved father and father-in-law of David (deceased), Catherine and Richard, Jeremy and Caron, and Annabel and Sam, and adored grandfather of Tom, Harry, Lucille, and Freddy. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late John Verity, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service for John will be held in All Souls Anglican Church, 30 Church Lane, Merivale, on Monday, April 3, at 2.00pm.
THOMPSON, Cynthia Mary (nee Blyth)
Of Titahi Bay. Passed away peacefully, after a short illness in hospital, with loving family by her side, on 12th March 2023, aged 84 years. Dearly loved wife of Miha (Tamihana dec.), much loved Mum of Ngaire and Wayne, and mother-in-law of Richard, cherished and loved Neni of Chloe, Jonah, and Ruben, and Great-Neni of Hailey. Loved sister-in-law of Tahi Takao and loved Aunt of her many nieces and nephews. Cynthia’s family give their deep thanks to the very close neighbours, friends, and members of the Titahi Bay Tennis Club for their loving support, particularly during the past 5 years. Cynthia was farewelled at the Makara Natural Burial Cemetery on the 15th of March 2023.
GATWARD, Peter Henry
Of Auckland and Bluff. Passed peacefully on Monday, March 27, 2023. Adored father and father-in-law of Jacqui and Victor, and Esther and Toshi. Loved grandfather of Havana and Carlos; Daniel and Sofia. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Brian and Colleen, and loved uncle of Mark and Susan. A service to celebrate Peter’s life will be held in Southland Crematorium Chapel, 111 Rockdale Road, Invercargill, on Thursday, March 30, at 10.30am. Messages can be sent to 236 Marine Parade, Bluff 9814, or to Peter’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
BILBY, David Francis
Of Marton, formerly of Raumati Beach. Passed away peacefully on Saturday 25 March 2023, aged 77 years. Much loved son of the late Charles and Elsie. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Jim and Mary-Ann, and the late Fred, George, Ron, and Walter. Messages for David’s family can be left via www.beauchamp.co.nz.... A service to celebrate David’s life will be held in the Cobham Chapel, 18 Morris Street, Marton, on Friday 31 March 2023, at 11.00am, followed by private cremation.
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