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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TURNER, Morris Charles (Morry)

On March 6, 2023, at Christchurch. Dearly loved husband of the late Ol (Olive) and much loved father of Charles, and Marise and Jeremy Gold; and a love grandfather of Miles; Tyler, and Jacson. Loved by his extended family. Messages to ‘The Turner Family’ C/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8014. A Graveside Service for Morry was held in the St Peters Churchyard, Gebbes Pass, Teddington.

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LAWRY, RichardFrancis (Dick)

Wing Commander
(Retired) R.N.Z.A.F Fighter Pilot,
Died peacefully 8th March 2023. Cherished husband of Patricia. Devoted and loved father of Rachel, Chris and Maria, and their partners David, Margaret and Jon. Adored Grandpa of Vera, Mabel, Leni, Fred, Dylan, Georgina and Luc.
A man of the skies
and the land.
He was so loved.
The funeral will be held on Friday 24th March 2023 at the chapel of Taupo Funeral Services, followed by a private family burial.

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McMEEKING, Robert David

(K Force 208514) Passed peacefully on March 11, 2023, due to natural causes aged 95 years. Beloved husband of the late Brenda, father and father-in-law to Windsor and Jocelyn, Bill and Anna, Duncan and the late Sharon. Grandfather to Joanne, Michelle and Brett, Corey, Kimberlee and Larissa, Georgia. Great-Granddad to his 11 great-grandies. Heartfelt appreciation to the staff at both Oakwoods Rest Home and Care facilities Richmond for the care and affection given over the past nine years. A private cremation service has been held and Bob will be jointly interred with Brenda at the War Veterans Cemetery in Dunedin at a future date. Any messages of condolence to 37 Chapman Street, Leeston, Selwyn 7632.

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KOTZE, Johannes

On 10th March 2023, peacefully at Molly Ryan Rest Home, 89 years. Beloved husband of Yvonne (deceased), loved father of Kevin and Lesley (both deceased), father-in-law of Linda; much beloved Oupa of Melissa, Nicola, Andrea and Graham and his 9 great-grandchildren. A memorial service to celebrate Joe’s life will be held at the Brooklands Co-operating Church, Bideford Street, New Plymouth, Monday 20 March 2023, at 11.00am.
a simple cremation
& burials

Ph 0800 236 236

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SCHWIETERS, Rita Elizabeth (Betty)

Treasured Aunty of Dennis and Lesley Batty (Scotland), Gaye and the late Allan Samuel (Inglewood). Treated like a mother after our mother Nina Batty passed nearly 40 years ago. Great-Aunt to our children Nic, Nina and Eden, and Phoebe.
You will be fondly remembered and sadly missed.

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WILSON, Evelyn Margaret (Lyn)

Peacefully at home with family by her side. Beloved wife of George*. Loved Mum and mother-in-law of George (Jnr)*, Barbara and Max*, Kim, Alan, Carla and Chris. A loved Gran and GG to her 6 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. At Lyn’s request a private service has been held. Messages to "Wilson Family”, PO Box 632, Invercargill, or on Lyn’s tribute page

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McKINLEY, Denise Letitia(née Robertson)

On Friday, March 10, 2023, at Ashwood Park Retirement Village, Aged 77 years. Loved wife of Terry (Joe), mother of Stephanie (Sharyn) and Vicki, loved sister of Andrew, Lorraine and Caroline, and a loved aunty. Special thanks to the staff at Hospice Marlborough, Nurse Maude and Ashwood Park Retirement Village for their love and care of Denise. Messages may be sent to the McKinley Family, 194 Redwood Street, Blenheim 7201. In accordance with Denise’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place.

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THOMSON, Pamela June

3 December 1940 –
9 March 2023
Very dearly loved wife of Haig for 62 years. Much loved and devoted mother of Jonathan, Andrew, Hamish and the late Hayley Jane. Grandmother of her 10 grandchildren and great-grandmother of her 19 great-grandchildren. After much struggle Pamela died peacefully at the Palmerston North Hospital. Our heartfelt thanks to the doctors and nurses of Opal ward for their kindly care of Pamela over a number of weeks. In keeping with Pamela’s wishes a family farewell was held on Monday 13 March 2023.
NZIFH

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JAMES, Curly (Trevor)

Suddenly, on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at Buller Hospital Westport. Curly’s Funeral service will be held at Club Buller, Russell St, Westport, Tomorrow (Thursday), March 16, at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Orowaiti Cemetery. Messages and livestream will be available at www.hagedorns.co.nz....
Hagedorns Buller Funeral Services. Funeral Directors Association of NZ.

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O’CONNOR, Kevin Brian (Herk)

Sad sudden passing of Herk at Home on Friday, March 10, 2023. Loved husband of Jenny. Cherished and respected dad to Ellie and Stephen, Rory and Melissa, and Regan. Treasured Pop of Declan, and Ethan, and the fur babies Lollie, Charlie and Freddie. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the New Zealand Heart Foundation. A service to celebrate Herks life will be held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel on Friday, March 17, 2023, at 2.00pm, 172 Lemon Street, New Plymouth. As Herk would have wished please come brightly attired.

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JENNINGS, Patricia (Pat)

Pat passed away peacefully aged 80 years on March 11, 2023 at Aldwins House. Daughter of the late George and Violet, sister to Arthur (deceased), Marianne, and Faye (deceased). Mum to Warwick, Deborah and Bevan, and Nana to Aimee, Emma, Amanda, Matthew (deceased), Sarah, Mark, Ben and Georgia. And a great-Nana to Ezekiel and Olivia. As per Pat’s wishes there is going to be a private cremation and ceremony, as well as a memorial morning tea at her beloved Parklands Baptist Church.

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TANSEY, Cryil John (John)

On March 13, 2023, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital. Dearly loved husband of the late Helen. Much loved dad and father-in-law of Peter and Jo, Paul and Vanessa, Michael and Carolyn and Di. Loved Grandad and GG of his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Anita and the late Ray Wild, Jan and the late Dick Caroll, Ray and Annette Tansey and Adrienne and Len Biddington, and loved brother-in-law of the Johnson Family. Messages can be forwarded to the Tansey family, c/- PO Box 263, Kaiapoi 7644. A service to celebrate John’s life will be held in the Harewood Crematorium Chapel, Wilkinsons Road (off Gardiners Road), Tomorrow (Thursday), March 16, at 2.00pm.

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WEST, Paul Dean

Of Palmerston North. Passed away peacefully on March 11, 2023 aged 54 years. Loving son of Jennifer and Selby West, much loved father of Dean Junior West, loving grandad of Ryleigh, brother
of Wendy, Shane and Carl. Loved uncle of Lisa, Jonathan, Caleb, Kelly and Chloe. As per Paul’s request, a private service has been held.

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EMMS, Lorna Vivian (nee Penberthy)

Passed away on Monday 13 March 2023, aged 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Maurice. Loving mother of Bruce, and Grant. Cherished sister of Jill. An adventurous and kind soul who respected everyone. Lorna will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A service to celebrate Lorna’s life will be held in The North Harbour Chapel of Dil’s Funeral Services, 185 Schnapper Rock Road, Albany, on Thursday 23 March at 10.30am, followed by private cremation.

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HAORA, Hamiora Jason (Hami)

21.06.2000 — 11.03.2023
Sadly passed away on March 11, 2023. Beloved son of Ronnie Wepa and Nicole Haora. Beloved brother of Te Ataroa and partner Robbie, RJ and partner Lily, Jah-dae, (late) Matenga, (late) Dontay. Dearly loved partner of Maraea Wilson and beloved, cherished father of Kahurangi. Loved mokopuna, uncle, cousin, nephew and friend. Hami will lay at 67 Sinclair Avenue, Nightcaps for anyone to come visit. A service for Hami will be held on Thursday, March 16, at 11.00am, which will take place at the Ohai Hall, 10 Richmond Street, Ohai. We will lay Hami to rest at the Wairio/Nightcaps Urupa. We welcome everyone to come join us to say your final farewell to Hami and join us at the urupa, followed by the Hakari (kai) at the Nightcaps Hall, 13 Johnston Road, Nightcaps. Ronnie, Nicole, Maraea and Whnau.
Love, light and blessings
to all.

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