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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PEDERSEN, Ann Rose

26.7.1933 — 30.11.2022
There will be a short Service for Ann at the Lychway Chapel, Roy Street on Friday March 24th at 10.30am followed by interment at Kelvin Grove Cemetery. Those who wish to attend are welcome.
Owen, Robyn, Garry and Tony.

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MORRICE, Kim Sharon

On Sunday, March 12, 2023, at her home in Ross. Born at Forrester Hill, Aberdeen, Scotland, 1969. Devoted and cherished mum on Charlotte and Hamish, dearly loved daughter of Gail and Joe Morrice. Much loved fiancée of Warren. Beloved niece of Sharon, Graham and Irene, loved and remembered by her cousins and her wider family. Messages to 33 Fraser Street, Ross 7812, or may be left on Kim’s tribute page at www.thompsonfd.co.nz... A service to celebrate Kim’s life will be held in the Ross Community Hall, on Tuesday, March 21, commencing at 1.30pm. Following the service, Kim will be laid to rest in the Ross Cemetery.

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ABBOT, Philippa Mary (Phil)

Of Pahiatua, peacefully on Thursday 16th March 2023, aged 66 years. Dearly loved wife of Brian, loving Mum of Tom. Loved step-mother of Jeff, and Naomi. Loved daughter of John (deceased) and Trish Donald. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Joanne, Viv, David and Tracie; and Russell, and Tracy. In lieu of flowers, donations made to Arohanui Hospice, PO Box 5439, Palmerston North, would be appreciated. Messages to Abbot Family, c/- PO Box 23, Pahiatua. A service to celebrate Phil’s life will be held at the Tararua Club, Tararua Street, Pahiatua, on Tuesday 21st March 2023 at 11.00am. Private cremation thereafter.
Monarch Funeral Home
Pahiatua (06) 3766662

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HUSSEY, Bruce Wayne

Died on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, peacefully with family present. Beloved husband of Shirley, and Dad to Scott and Jen, Maree and Rob, Ryan and Sarah, Dick and Kylie. Grandad of Emma and Bridget, Belle and Vivien, Melissa, Laura and Hamish, Jimmy and Kate. Memorial Service to be held at St Mary’s Halswell, on March 28, at 2.00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance. Messages to Shirley, c/- 18/4 Sails Street, Papanui, Christchurch 8053.

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RADFORD, William John (Bill)

On March 15, 2023, at home, aged 79 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Gillian (Jill) Radford, loved father, father-in-law and grandfather of Annabel Saunders, Matthew Radford, Bridget Radford, Guy Radford and their families. The Funeral Service for Bill will be held at St Stephen’s Anglican Church in Lincoln on Wednesday, March 22 at 11.00am. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John’s would be appreciated. Messages may be addressed to the family of the late Bill Radford, c/- Hope Funerals Christchurch, 27 Amyes Rd, Hornby, Christchurch 8042.

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SCHEPERS, Barbara (nee Nelissen)

Passed away peacefully, with family by her side, on March 14, 2023, aged 83 years. Dearly loved wife, for 58 years, of Peter, mother and mother-in-law to Inge and Grant, Nancy and Rob, Frank and Jeanette. Adored oma to Luca. Heartfelt appreciation to all the staff at Tasman Care for their loving and compassionate care. A celebration of Barbara’s life will be held at Hope Gardens of Remembrance Crematorium Chapel, 95 Clover Road East, Hope, at 2.00pm on March 25, 2023. In lieu of flowers, donations to Alzheimers NZ would be appreciated and can be made at the service.

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PRINGLE, Robert (Bob)

Much loved uncle to Katrina, Hamish (Clarke), Sarah and Bradley (Croft), Geoff and Jason (Graham), Lisa, James, Michael (Bracewell). You will be missed by extended family and friends.

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WOODS, James Peter (Jim)

On 11 March 2023 at Wellington Regional Hospital. Aged 95 years. Adored husband of the late Noelean. Much loved father and father-in-law of Richard and Jan, Linda and Alistair, June and Steve (dec), Vincent and Sue, Frances (dec), and Eve. Adored grandfather and grandfather-in-law of Melanie and Greg, Jacob and Shona, Hayden and Ester, Siane, Jacinta, Faith and Matt, Lyle, Eammon and Amanda, Katie, Rory, Esther (dec), Alice (dec), James, Franscesca and Tom, Jarryd, Jordan, Christian and Kartiana, and Olivia, and dearly loved great-grandfather. Messages and tributes can be placed in Jim’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted c/- PO Box 14-366, Kilbirnie 6241. Special thanks to the wonderful caring staff at Wellington Hospital. A private family service has been held.

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PRICE, Jeanette Margaret (Jean)

On March 15, 2023, peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospital. Aged 75 years. Dearly loved wife of Kevin for 51 years. Loved sister of Jill Thompson and sister-in-law of Keith of Te Anau. Loved sister-in-law of Marie (dec) and Darryl Wild, Philip (dec) and Mary Jane, Pauline Ashworth, Michael (dec) and Helen, John and Margie (Dunedin), Patsy and Brian (Akaroa), Tony and Jan. Loved aunty of her nieces and nephews. Flowers respectfully declined. Messages to be addressed to the family of the late Jean Price c/- Hope Funerals Christchurch, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042. At Jean’s request a private cremation has been held.

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KENDERDINE, Hugh Brutton

Passed away peacefully on 14th March, 2023, aged 88. Beloved husband of Dianne, and father of Ruthe and Iain. A funeral service and celebration of Hugh’s life will be held at St Andrew’s Epsom, 100 St Andrews Rd, on Friday 24th March at 11.00am, friends please accept this invitation to the ceremony and following ‘bun fight’ in the Church Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations to ATWC (Anglican Trust for Women & Children) would be appreciated.

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PENTER, Norman Edward

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at The Oaks Retirement Village, in his 102nd year. Dearly loved husband of Joan (dec). Much loved father and father-in-law of Phil, Cheryl and Barry. Loved grandad of Jason, Leanne, Stephanie and Richard, Adam and Chantel, and Kiri, and a loved great-grandad of his five great-grandchildren Riley, James, Jackson, Heath and Charlie. Messages to the Penter family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. The Funeral Service for Norman will be held in the Academy Funeral Services Chapel, 65 Main South Road, on Wednesday, March 22, at 2.00pm. Private cremation thereafter.

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ADAMS, Gregory David (Greg)

Passed away peacefully at home with his family at his side on Wednesday, 15th March 2023. Aged 54 years. Loved husband of Tania. Adored dad of Jade, Sophie, Tara, Josh, Zoe & Matt. A celebration of Greg’s life will be held at The Hamilton Park Chapel, Morrinsville Road, Newstead, Hamilton, on Saturday, 18th March 2023 at 2.00pm. Donations to The Gut Cancer Foundation in Greg’s name would be appreciated and can be made through

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EDWARDS, Kim Maree

Passed peacefully at Jean Sandel Rest Home on Monday, March 13, 2023. Dearly loved wife of Terry. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Mitchel, Chloe and Peter. Loved Nana of Jimmy. In preference to flowers donations please consider a donation to Alzheimers Taranaki. Messages to the Edwards Family may be left on Kim’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/kim A service to celebrate Kim’s life will be held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel, 174 Lemon Street, New Plymouth, on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at 10.30am. For those unable to attend, Kim’s funeral will be livestreamed via her tribute page.

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ALEXANDER, Hilary Anne

OBE
Former Journalist on this paper. Former Fashion Director of The Daily Telegraph, London UK. Died on 5th February 2023, aged 77 years. Much loved sister
of Susan, respected and loved colleague in New Zealand, Australia, Hong Kong and London, enthusiastic supporter of Graduate Fashion Week, Breast Cancer UK and Battersea Dogs and Cats Home. The funeral service will take place at St Mary’s Church, Battersea, London on Tuesday 21st March at 3pm for friends and family, followed by a private family cremation the following day. A Memorial Service will be held at St Bride’s Church, Fleet Street, in June. All enquiries to Leominster Funeralcare at leominster@letsco-operate.com

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SHANKS, Cecily Fanny (née Horn)

On Thursday, March 16, 2023, peacefully at Bethesda Care Home, aged 78 years. Loved wife of Tony for 54 years, loved aunt, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Cecily Shanks, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Kidney Health New Zealand would be appreciated and may be made online at kidney.health.nz. The Funeral Service in celebration of Cecily’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Wednesday, March 22, at 2.00pm.

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