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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NG LIT, Wai Jung

On March 13, 2023, peacefully at Ilam Lifecare, in her 96th year. Devoted wife of the late Yok Che Ng, loving mother of Yin Yee Ng, Hoy Wai Ng (deceased), Po Yee Ng, and Sok Yee Ng. Loving grandmother and great-grandmother. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Wai Jung Ng Lit, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The Funeral Service, will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Saturday, March 18, at 9.00am, followed by an interment at Yaldhurst Cemetery, Buchanans Road, Yaldhurst at 11.00am.

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O’CONNOR, Kevin

Suddenly on Friday our loved brother Herky went to meet our Mum and Dad.
Love you Herky R.I.P.
— Moiz, Erin and Snoz

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McALEES, Ellen Rae (Rae) (nee Larsen)

Peacefully at home in Tauranga on 9th March 2023. Dearly loved and treasured sister and sister-in-law of Arthur and Tina, Ngaire Lawson (dec), Marion Johnson, Tom (dec), David (dec), Eric and Judy, Dorothy Turner, Brian, and Graeme and Leonie.
Will be sadly missed by
all her family

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NAYLOR, HeiletjeMaria (Hayley)

Passed away peacefully on 7 March 2023, aged 69. Loved partner of Larry, mother of Richard, Andrew and Grace, previous spouse of John, and sister of Trudy and Corrie (South Africa). According to Hayley’s wishes, a private service has been held. Many thanks to Arohanui Hospice staff for their compassionate care.
“Rus In Vrede Heiletje”
NZIFH

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RINGROSE, Victoria Elizabeth (Vicki)

Suddenly at home on 9th March 2023, aged 69 years. Loved wife of Bill, Mum of Toni & Jason, and Daphne & Brad, Nana of Kiana, Jaedan, Eva, Kate & Anna. A service to celebrate Vicki’s life will be held in Cornwall Manor, corner Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt, on Friday 17th March at 2.00pm.

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MURPHY, Hazel June

Died 3 March 2023. Loved sister of Lorraine (Auckland) and her many nieces and nephews.

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PAGE, Gordon Harold

On 3rd March 2023 at Mary Potter Hospice, in his 82nd year. Cherished husband and soulmate of Noelene for 56 years, dearly loved dad of Nicola and loved brother of Lynnette Miles and Kevin Page. An awesome uncle to his nieces and nephews. At Gordon’s request a private Cremation and celebration of his life has been held.
Never gone from us,
only from where we are.
Gee & Hickton - Porirua
www.geeandhickton.co.nz...
Tel. (04) 237 5332 FDANZ

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O’HARA-SMITH, Brian

On March 9, 2023 at Summerset Village, Trentham, aged 93. Loved husband of Sally, Loved father and father-in-law of John and Christine, Charlie and Mary and Ron. Loved grandfather of Amy, Alex, Fergus, Megan and Niamh. In accordance with Brian’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

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MULVENA, Noel William

30.12.1938 — 8.3.2023
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, with his daughters by his side. Much loved husband of Marilyn and the late Elizabeth, adorable Dad of Marie, Cathrine, Nicola, Michelle, Suzanne and Roy, much loved Poppa of his many grandchildren and grea- grandchildren. A Memorial service for Noel will be held in the Kurow Memorial Hall, Gordon Street, Kurow, on Friday, March 17, 2023, at 2.00pm. In lieu of flowers donations to Whalan Lodge would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A Live Stream of the service is available by contacting Whitestone Funerals. Messages of condolence can be sent to office@whitestonefunerals.co.nz

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OLORENSHAW, Thelma Doreen

On March 11, 2023, peacefully with her daughter by her side at Amberley Rest Home, aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Dave, loved mother and mother-in-law of Geoff and Belinda, Raewyn and Malcolm Jenkins, and Jim and Jackie, treasured grandmother of Philippa (deceased), Shane, Lisa and Mark, and Tim and Cynthia; Annabel and Rasmus (Denmark), Edward and Sarah, and William; Angela and Tom, Lyndall and Ryan, and Jenni and Dan, an adoring great-grandmother of her 12 great-grandchildren. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Thelma Olorenshaw, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The Funeral Service for Thelma will be held in our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Thursday, March 16, at 10.30am, private cremation thereafter.

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VALERIE, Kay

Passed away peacefully at Te Omanga Hospice, with her sons by her side, on Saturday, 11th March 2023. Much loved mother, grandmother, friend, and colleague.
She will be deeply missed.
Mark, Ben, and Andrew would like to invite all who wish to celebrate Kay’s life to Cornwall Manor, corner Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt, on Thursday 16th March at 10.30am. Please come dressed in brightly coloured clothes. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Te Omanga Hospice at www.teomanga.org.nz... or in a donation box at the funeral.

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PATULSKI, Nancy Theresa

Passed away peacefully on March 12, 2023. Loved wife of the late Ryszard (Pat). Loving mother and mother-in-law of Krisha and Roger, and Jan and Anna. Loved Granny of Daniel, Ruth and Brett, and Lola, and Ned. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Messages can be left at www.dunstalls.co.nz... or posted to the Patulski Family, C/- PO Box 1055, Napier 4140.

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<LOGO> mroses—b</LOGO>O’CONNOR, John Patrick

John passed away peacefully on March 10, 2023 at
Rotorua Hospital. Dearly loved husband of Debbie, loved son of Lorna and the late Jim. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Liz and Ritchie Clark, Margaret and Richard Power, Sharon and Roger Collins, Trudy and Barry Roughan, Karen and Brian Smith, and loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. R.I.P.

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RYAN, Patrick Francis (Paddy)

On Sunday March 12, 2023, Paddy passed away at Nurse Maude Hospital surrounded by his loving family; aged 60 years. Loved and treasured father and father-in-law of Samantha (Sam) and David, Haley and Paul. Loving grandad to Jack and Ivan and former husband of Carey. Loved son of the late Allan and Marie Ryan and cherished brother and brother-in-law of Michael and Karen, John (deceased) and Mia, David (deceased), Felicity and Paul, Anne (deceased) and Julian. He was a loved and cherished uncle and great-uncle to his nephews and nieces. He was cherished and loved by Ammara (Phet) and Emeilee. A very special thank you to the Lung Cancer Specialist and Oncology Teams, Woodham Road Health Centre, Life Pharmacy Riccarton and Nurse Maude for their professional and supported care throughout the past 18 months. In lieu of flowers donations may be given to the New Zealand Cancer Society or Nurse Maude. At Patrick’s request a private cremation has been held. Messages to the Ryan family c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443.

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LAZRUS, Heather MacAulay

Aged 43 years. Died at home lovingly embraced by family and good friends on 26th February. Beloved mother to Forrest Lazrus Kehoe (8 yrs) and wife to Ken Kehoe, adored daughter to Suzanne MacAulay and Allan Lazrus, and treasured sister, aunt, niece, and friend to many. Heather wished for her ashes to be scattered by loved ones in places of significance to her. Some will be scattered in Aotearoa in April. Please see https

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