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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WILLIAMS, Lilian Margaret (nee Clark)

On March 10, 2023, peacefully at Elms Court; aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of Peter, loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul and Mary-Ann, Fiona and Gary, Michelle (deceased) and Steve, and Tracy. Cherished nana of Ben, Laura, Josh; Shannon, Jacob, Caleb, Jordan; Luke, and Danielle, and a loved great-nana of Carter; Jonty; River; Chase and Haze. Special thanks to Elms Court for their care and support. Messages to the Williams family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A private cremation has been held.

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SMAILL, Dorothea Beatrice (Debbie)

Dearly loved wife and companion of John for 65 years. Debbie passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, aged 91. Loved Mum and Mum-in-law of Graeme (deceased), Robyn and Michael Harte, Alan and Linda, Stephen. Loved Nana of Andrew and Diane, Chris and Michelle, Erin and Matt, Alissa, Dylan, Danielle. And much loved Great Nana of Ben and Sam, Theo, Maddie and Felix.
She will be hugely missed
As Debbie wished, a private cremation service has been held.

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WHITE, Rikki

4.6.1932 — 9.3.2023
Loved by her family. Mother and mother-in-law of Sheila and Frank, and Tony. Gran of Janette and Dan, and Tim and Manda. Great-Gran of Poppy and Elobea, and Joley and Jude.
Sadly missed.
A multi-talented loving mother now at rest.

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CURTIS, Christine Elsie

On March 12, 2023, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Nicola and Scott, Tanya and Adam, much loved ‘grand-mammie’ of Ella, and Patrick; Charlie, Freddie, and Emme, loved sister of Diane, loved aunty of her nieces and nephews. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Christine Curtis, c/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. No flowers by request, however donations to Sweet Louise would be appreciated and may be made online at www.sweetlouise.co.nz... In accordance with Christine’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

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MONASTRA, Paul Salvatore

With deep sadness, Gael and families, announce the passing of Paul. If you would like to honour Paul’s life, a donation to Arohanui Hospice in his memory would be appreciated. A private cremation has taken place.

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KLUGER, Rolf Rafael

Passed away peacefully on March 9, 2023 at Hutt Hospital. Loved and respected husband of Lois, and father of Carolyn, Linda, David and Adam. Grandfather of Richard, Alicia (dec), Bianca, Nicholas, and Aaron. Great-grandfather of eight great-grandchildren. A private family gathering will be held.
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SIBBE, Ronald

97 years on 22 February 2023 of Stokes Valley, Dunedin and Auckland. Dearly loved husband of the late Mirie. Father of Susan and David Wright, Paul and Helen, Rosemarie and Bill Jennings. Grandfather of Corey, Brendon and Andrea; Jolene, Liana and Hayden; Michael and Hayley; and 13 great-grandchildren.
Fondly remembered by all.
Thanks to the wonderful team at Burt Sutcliffe Village. A private service has been held.

Death

DALLAS, Margaret Jean (nee Seddon)

Passed peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family. Soulmate and best friend of Roger. Loving and supportive Mum to Terri, Louise, and Michaela & Mark. Fun loving Nana to Kayla, Jared, Ty, Queree, Holly, Elsie, Sharni, and Cam.
Those we love, do not
go away
They walk beside us
every day.
A private farewell has been held.

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REA, Elizabeth Joy (Liz) (formerly Eriwata, Dagger) (nee Hughes)

Passed peacefully at home surrounded by family, after a short battle, on Saturday 11th March 2023, aged 66 years. Dearly loved companion of Don. Dearly loved Mum of Juanita and Chad, Nathan and Jodie, Jake and Jacinda, and Rachel. Treasured Nana to all her grandchildren. All messages may be sent to ‘Liz’s Family’, c/-PO Box 4016, New Plymouth 4340, or left online at wabraham.co.nz/notices In accordance with Liz’s wishes a private family burial has been held. A memorial service will be held in the near future. Details to follow.

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MARETT, Russell John

On Monday, March 6, 2023, near Bethlehem, South Africa, as a result of an air accident. Dearly loved husband of Janice (Durban, S.A.), and loved father and father-in-law of Jeff and Kath (Timaru), and Kathryn and partner Mark (Durban). Loved son of the late Allan and Eunice Marett. Loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle of Gay and Allan Gillespie (Timaru); Keith and Margaret (Timaru); Lois and Harvey King (Timaru); and families. Russell has been farewelled in Bethlehem, South Africa.
Fly high Russ.

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TAYLOR, Ian Chester

(Dip. VFM)
Of Waikanae. Left us peacefully on Friday 10th March 2023 at Charles Fleming Retirement Village. Aged 87 years. Treasured brother of Merle and Annetta, beloved husband of Judith Taylor, and cherished father of Helen, Martin, and David. He also embraced Joanne, Katrina, and Renee as his stepdaughters. He adored his nine grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. Ian had a passion for farming, deerstalking, rafting, skydiving, rugby, and road cycling. He also enjoyed being on stage in theatre productions, singing with his beautiful voice, listening to the bagpipes, savouring his porridge every morning, and reading voraciously. He was a true gentleman who touched many lives with his kindness. We will miss him dearly and keep him in our hearts forever.

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KENNEDY, Catherine Ann

On Tuesday, March 14, 2023, peacefully at Wesley Care, with Don by her side, in her 80th year. Dearly loved wife of Don, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Antony and Jo, Chris and Katie, Liz and Meryl, Richard and Moragh, loved Nan/Hanna of Amanda, Ellie; Joshua, Samuel; Sian, Emma; Danielle, loved sister and sister-in-law of Patricia and Simon, Michael and Annette, beloved sister and sister-in-law of her extended family. In lieu of flowers, donations to Save The Children would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Messages to the Kennedy Family, c/- P O Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A Celebration of Catherine’s life will be held in the Academy Funeral Services Chapel, 65 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch, on Tuesday, March 21, at 2.00pm.

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WINCHESTER, Dianne Margaret

Suddenly on March 11, 2023 at Bunbury, Perth, Australia, aged 69 years. Dearly loved partner of Andrew Smith, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Craig and Shelley Heney, and loved Grandma of Nicholas. Cherished daughter of the late Jack and the late Hilda Winchester, much loved sister and sister in-law of John and Jillian Winchester, and the late Kevin Winchester, and loved Aunty to her nieces and nephew. There will be a live- stream of the service held in Bunbury Crematorium Chapel on Friday, March 24 at 6.00pm NZ time, held at 79 Northpark Road, Ashburton. Any enquiries please call 0273085667.

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LITTLE, Robert McGregor ‘Roy’

Aged 75 years. Much loved husband, father & grandfather. A service to celebrate Roy will be held on Monday 20th March at 2.00pm at the family home.

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DIXON, Yvonne Rendell (Vonny)

On March 13, 2023, peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Dearly loved wife of the late Keith. Much loved mum of Gary and Wendy, Stephen and Vicky, Vicki and the late Lynda. Dearly loved Nana of Michael and Sarah, Nicole and James, Nathan and Laci, and Amy, and great-Nan of Quinn, Maeve and Edie. Vonny was a loved sister of Betty and her four late brothers, and a dear aunty. A special thanks to Nurse Maude, and Fenwicks Pharmacy. Messages may be sent to the Dixon family, c/- PO Box 263, Kaiapoi 7466. A private family gathering has been held.

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