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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REINDERS, Aaltje (Atty)

Called home to be with the Lord on March 17, 2023, at Anthony Wilding Rest Home, at the age of 95 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Wim, loved mother and mother-in-law of Gerald and Marrianne, Andrew (deceased) and Wilma, loved Oma of William, Annelise and Daniel, Jonathan and Laura, Charlotte, Emily; Catherine, Richard, Rebecca, and Julia, and loved Oma-Oma of Amy, Levi, Jasper, and Daisy. Remembered fondly by family in the Netherlands and Canada.
‘‘They who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint’’
(Isaiah 40

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CLARKSON, June Patricia

Passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2023, peacefully, at St Allisa Lifecare. Loved wife of the late Trevor, cherished mother and mother-in-law of David, Vicki and Bruce, and Alan, treasured Nana of Cory, Jessica, and Taylah, and great-grandmother of Brooklyn, and Conner.
"Rest in Peace"
Messages for the Clarkson family may be sent to PO Box 26112, Christchurch 8148. In keeping with June’s wishes a Private Family Service has been held.

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GILLIGAN, Raymond Edwin (Ray)

It is with great sadness that Patricia, Carol, Raymond, Hannah, Dan, William, Lucy, Kane, Elsie, Jake, and A.J advise the passing of their beloved Dad and Pop, on Saturday, March 18, 2023, aged 93 years.
A chapter complete
A life well lived
A rest well earned
A farewell to celebrate Ray’s life will be held. For details please contact crgilligansmith@gmail.com or call Marsden House Funeral Home 035482770. Garden cut flowers only or donations to St John Ambulance are appreciated and can be made at the service.

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GRIERSON, Rev Ian Douglas (Doug)

Died March 17, 2023, at Burwood Hospital, aged 88 years. Now peacefully at rest. Adored father of Kim (England), Erin and Calum. Respected Father-in-law of Andrew Brunton and Chris Wood. Grandad Doug of Jeremy, Meg and Finn. Former husband and special friend of Jill; loved husband of the late Anne, and Robin. Messages may be addressed to the Grierson family, c/ 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. The Service to Celebrate Doug’s life will be at John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, Richmond, Christchurch on Wednesday, March 29, at 6.00pm. For those unable to attend the service it will be available to watch online at www.tinyurl.com...

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CUTTING, Noeline Margaret (Noel) (nee Ward)

On March 17, 2023, at Fergusson Care Home, Upper Hutt; Aged 92 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Victor. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Lynette and the late Phillip, Julie and Merv, and the late Brian. Loved by all of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Loved sister of David Ward and Patricia Lewis and the late Ray Ward. Special thanks to the staff of Fergusson Care Home. In lieu of flowers donations to Te Omanga Hospice would be appreciated and can be left at the service or made via their website https

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LYNE, Desmond Graeme (Des)

Des passed away peacefully on Sunday 19 March 2023, aged 86 years. Devoted and loved husband of Shirley for 65 years. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Gina and Graham (deceased) Christensen, Feilding, Susan and Brett Dymond, Masterton. Loved Grandad of Scott and Charlene, Jason and Ali, Sarah, Matthew and Fran, Fraser and Becky. Loved Des to Parker, MJ, Leah, Blair, Ellie. Our special thanks to the wonderful staff at Lavender Blue, District Nurses, Arohanui Hospice and Julia Wallace Rest Home for their love and care of Des. A service will be held at Beauchamp Funeral Home, 280 Kimbolton Road, Feilding on Saturday 25 March 2023 at 11.00am, followed by interment at Feilding Cemetery.
"Forever in our hearts"


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NICOL, Faye Elizabeth(née Hollows)

(Formerly of Dunsandel). Dearly loved wife of the late Keith, loving daughter of Bob and Nellie, much loved sister of Joyce, Alan, and the late Ray, Doris, Mavis, Joan, Molly, John and Bruce, and a much loved sister-in-law and aunt.

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BRYAN, Eric Douglas

Ret. S/Sgt of Police
9.4.1943 — 20.3.2023
Eric died after a long illness bravely fought. He was the dearly loved and loving husband of Pamela (nee Dahl), loved and respected father and father-in-law of Bruce & Michelle, Alastair, and Kerry & Michelle, loved “Grumpy Grandad” of Jamie & Paige, Jessica & Nick, and Natalie, loved only son of Phyllis & Douglas (both dec), and loved brother of Jacqueline Gillam and Marjorie Anderson (dec). He requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Arohanui Hospice, PO Box 5349, Palmerston North 4441, or www.arohanuihospice.org.nz.... All messages to the Bryan Family, C/- PO Box 5191, Palmerston North 4441.
Eric’s death leaves a gaping hole in our lives, but he is now free from pain and discomfort.
Eric is at home if you would like to spend time with him. A service for Eric will be held at the Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Saturday 25th March 2023, at 11.00am. This service will also be livestreamed, go to Eric’s tribute page at www.robertjcotton.co.nz... for the link.

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BETHUNE, William Henry Lyon (Bill)

Passed away peacefully on Monday 20 March, 2023, aged 97 years. Dearly loved Husband of late Anne. Cherished Father of Helen, Catherine, and Eileen (deceased). Treasured Grandad and Great-Grandad of his family in the UK, Australia and NZ. All messages to the Bethune family, C/- 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North. Helen and Gerald would like to thank the staff of Coombrae Rest Home and Woodlands Rest Home for their respect, care and tenderness given to Dad. A service for Bill will be held at St Brigid’s Catholic Church Feilding, 4 Monmouth Street, Feilding 4702, on Friday, 24 March 2023 at 2.00pm. Followed by a private cremation. Please feel free to join the family for refreshments at Murray’s Bar, Ferguson Street, Feilding after the service.
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CROWE, Anthony William (Tony)

On March 19, 2023, passed away peacefully at Radius Hawthorne, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Anne, much loved and loving dad of Pene and Steve, Helen and Don, and Stephen and Nik. Cherished Grandpa of Jess and Dan, Matt and Taylor, Sophie and Tom, Josh and Hannah; Thomas and Amy, Olivia; Millie, and Ari, treasured great-Grandpa of Alfie and August; Sadie, Ted, and Maggie. Loved brother of Patricia, Mary, Philippa, Michael, Christine, Gregory, and the late Beverley, Anne, Catherine, and Jonathan. Many thanks to the staff of Radius Hawthorne for their compassionate care of Tony. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Tony Crowe, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Dementia Canterbury in memory of Tony would be appreciated and may be made online at dementiacanterbury.org.nz. A Service to celebrate Tony’s life will be held in our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Wednesday, April 5, at 2.30pm, private cremation thereafter.

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TIERNEY, Shirley Grace

Passed away peacefully, at Wairau Hospital surrounded by her family. Aged 80 years. Much loved wife of Des for 63 years. Adored mother and mother-in-law of Catherine and George, Polly and Palmer, Diane and Jim, Rosemary and Steve, Michael and Julia, and Jason and Megan. Much loved nana of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A funeral service for Shirley will be
held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 11.00am, on Friday, March 24, followed by interment at Picton Cemetery.

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GUNDESEN, Ian

Peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital on Thursday, 16 March 2023, aged 86. Beloved husband of the late Marion. Fun-loving Dad of Ross, Grant and Christine. Father-in-law of Elizabeth, Rachel and Kerry. Loved Poppy of Tyson, Leroy and Celeste. Messages to the Gundesen Family may be left on Gunde’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/gunde. A service to celebrate Gunde’s life will be held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel, 174 Lemon Street, New Plymouth, on Friday 24 March 2023, at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation. For those unable to attend, Gunde’s funeral will be livestreamed via his tribute page.

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TOVELL-SOUNDY, Peter Douglas (Pete Soundy)

Passed away with loved ones by his side on March 18, 2023, aged 76 years. Cherished husband of Mary. Loving father and father-in-law, and a doting grandfather and great-grandfather who will be dearly missed by all. Heartfelt gratitude to the Nelson Tasman Hospice and the Doctors and Nurses on Medical Ward at Nelson Hospital for their empathy and care. A celebration of Pete’s life will be held on Friday, March 24, 1.00pm, at Elim Christian Centre, 625 Main Road, Stoke, Nelson. In lieu of flowers, donations to
the Nelson Tasman Hospice are appreciated https

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MORRIS, Margaret Mary

Peacefully at home on Monday 20th March 2023. Dearly loved mother of Olivia and Rosemary. Adored grandmother of Amy-Lee, great-grandmother of Amelia-Jade and Cartel, and beloved special aunty of Esther.
She will be greatly missed, we all love you so much xx
A service to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held in Kingswood, cnr King and Cairo Streets, Upper Hutt on Thursday 23rd March at 10.30am. Margaret has requested we all wear our brightest colourful outfit to celebrate her life. Following the burial, the celebrations will continue at the Upper Hutt Cossie Club, 11 Logan Street, Upper Hutt at 1.00pm.

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BUNTON, Sarah Jasmine Munro

Passed away suddenly at the age of 22 years. Much loved daughter of Kathryn. Cherished granddaughter of the late Roy and Alene. Loved niece of Dave, cousin of Tyla and Nikita. In lieu of flowers donations to "I Am Hope" would be appreciated and can be made online at www.iamhope.org.nz.... Messages to the family, c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. A celebration of Sarah’s life will be held at the Harewood Crematorium Chapel, entry via Gardiners and Wilkinsons Roads, Harewood, on Saturday, March 25 2023 at 2.30pm.

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