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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FOSTER, James Edward (Jimmy)

Of Queenstown. Passed away peacefully at Lakes District Hospital, on Thursday, March 9, 2023, aged 54. Dearly loved husband of Michelle. Loved father of Renee and stepson Jahvvin. A much loved Grandfather. Brother of Fiona, son of Barbara, brother-in-law of Emily, and a loved friend to many.
“Thank you for nine unforgettable years that I am truly blessed and thankful for. You will always be the one I love who means the world to me, Michelle.”
A Celebration of Jimmy’s life will be held in the Wakatipu Rugby Club, Templeton Way, Queenstown, at 1 30pm on Thursday, March 16, followed by a private cremation. Messages to Affinity Funerals, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra 9320.

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McCURLEY, Valerie Dawn

Peacefully at Shona McFarlane on Saturday 11th March 2023, aged 93. Beloved wife of the late Jimmy, loved mother of Diane, James (Jimmy), and Janice & Bruce. Very much loved Nana, Nana Great and Great-Nana Great. Our appreciation and gratitude to the outstanding team and carer’s at Shona McFarlane, who went above and beyond for the love and care shown to Val.
“Tiny in size, not in manner”

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STEVENS, Anthony Roy (Tony)

Loved son-in-law of *Jim and *Nora Cunningham, late of Winton. Loved brother-in-law of *Noel and *Carmel, Murray and Murray Black, *Jimmy, Marie and *Colin Readman, Christopher and Rosemary, *Barbara and Brendan Fahy, Michael and Marie, John and Donna. Fun loving uncle of all his nephews and nieces.
(*denotes deceased)
“Will be sadly missed”

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FARLAND, Bruce Hill

29 November 1934 —
11 March 2023
Passed away peacefully at home. Dearly loved husband of Elvira. Loved brother of the late Marion and uncle of Terry and Roger. In lieu of flowers, donations to Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at www.wfa.org.nz.... Messages to the family may be left in Bruce’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz.... A service to celebrate Bruce’s life will be held at St Barnabas Anglican Church, Box Hill, Khandallah on Friday 17 March 2023 at 10.00am, followed by burial at Makara Cemetery.

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KINGSTON, Patrick Douglas (Pat)

Passed peacefully at Thornleigh Park Rest Home on Friday 10th March 2023, aged 89 years. Loved by June. Much loved father of Tony, Greg, Karen, Michelle, and Jonny, and father-in-law of Chris, Marineis, Eddie, and Anneli. Loved grandfather of Caleb, Nathanael; Mikayla, Melani; Chloe, Keelan; Joshua, Tyler; Aleisha, Solomon, Chrystal, and great-grandfather of Madison. All messages may be sent to ‘The Kingston Family’, c/- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth 4340, or left online at wabraham.co.nz/notices A service for Pat will be held at New Plymouth Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 41 Saxton Road, New Plymouth, on Thursday 16th March 2023 at 11.00am, followed by interment at Awanui Cemetery at 2.00pm.

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PATTERSON, Jillian Mary(nee Russell)

On March 10, 2023. A woman of unwavering faith. Adored Mum of Nick and Laura, Kate and Andy, Simon and Catherine, and Sarah. Treasured and adventurous Nana to Scarlett, Ezra, Lucia, Adah, Theo, Micah, Sadie, Charlie, Judah, Mila and Hugo. Cherished wife and soulmate of the late Trevor. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. A Memorial Service will be held in the Christchurch Transitional Cathedral, 234 Hereford Street, Christchurch, on Saturday, March 18, at 10.00am.

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JOHNSEN, Esmond Thomas (Johnny)

Rgt # 71064 Lieut 2nd NZEF Pacific, Italy & B.C.O.F Japan. Of ’Fairhaven’ Paraparaumu, formerly of Karori. Passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday 10th March 2023, in his 103rd year. Loved youngest son of William & Victoria. Loved brother of the late Fr. Graham S.M. Loved by his cousins and extended family. A Mass to celebrate his life will be held at Our Lady Of Kapiti Church, Presentation Way, Paraparaumu, on Wednesday 15th March 2023, at 11am. followed by burial at
Paraparaumu Beach Cemetery.

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GILCHRIST, Francis Dominic (Frank)

Following a long illness and surrounded by loved ones, Frank died peacefully at home on 10th March 2023, aged 69. Son of the late Joseph and Maureen Gilchrist. Dearly loved husband of Jenny, father of Daniel and Lisa, Anna and Richard, Rachael and Angel, Matt and Cece, and Genevieve, and Poppa to Amy and Liam, Joss, Alex and Edie, and Lachie and Margot. Funeral will be held at 11.00am on Saturday 18th March 2023 at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Takapuna, followed by burial at North Shore Memorial Park. For those wishing to view the funeral via webcast, please contact the family for the link.

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NGAN, Kathleen

Of Palmerston North. On Saturday 11th March 2023 (peacefully) at Palmerston North Hospital, aged 92. Dearly loved wife of the late Sun. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Carol & Mark Law, Marina & Frank Wilson, Lesley & Kevin Wong, Elaine & Russell Hart and Pat & Jenny Ngan, very much-loved Por Por of Emma & Marc, Nicholas & Pernilla, Timothy & Ariana, Christopher & Krystle, Oliver & Bo Bae, Kaitlin & Brian and Sam, and Ma Ma of Kelly & Michelle. Great-Grandmother of Harry. Loved sister of Pauline, the late Len, Garland, Pam, Margaret & Rowland.
Forever in our Hearts.
Messages to the Ngan family, c/- P.O. Box 5191, Palmerston North 4441. In lieu of flowers a donation to The Gillies McIndoe Research Institute, Wellington, would be appreciated and can be left in the chapel foyer. A service to celebrate Kathleen’s life will be held in the Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Wednesday 15th March 2023 at 10.30am, followed by interment at the Kelvin Grove Lawn Cemetery. This service will be livestreamed. Visit Kathleen’s tribute page at www.robertjcotton... for the livestreaming link.

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CORMACK, Noleen Emily

Peacefully at Margaret Wilson Rest Home on Saturday, March 4, 2023, aged 92 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Frank. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Lyn and Graeme, Dianne, Bruce and Shirley, Andrew and Katrina. Nan of Craig, Karl, Dion, and Callum. Great-grandma of Sarah, Jacob, Katie, William and wee William. A private cremation has been held in accordance with her wishes. Messages to 56a Jellicoe Street, Timaru 7910.

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TOON, William David (Bill)

Passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 2, 2023, aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of Ailsa. Beloved father and father-in-law of Jacqueline, David & Julie, Suzanne & Brent, Peter (dec) & Francesca. Sorely missed by his grandchildren, Samantha & Chirag, Joshua, Christina, Patrick and Emma. A Private Cremation has been held. A memorial service for William will be held in the Funeral Home, 547 Queen Street East, Levin, on Friday, March 17, 2023 at 2.30pm. All messages to the Toon family, C/- 547 Queen St East, Levin.

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WALLACE, Madeleine (Maddy)

Loved and cherished wife of David and wonderful mother to Kayla. The Wallace and Harper families invite friends and family to join them to celebrate Maddy’s life at 2.00pm on Friday 17th March 2023, at Ardsley Stud, Opaki Rd, Masterton. Please RSVP to DavidW@kekelit.co.nz
Gary Pickering Funerals
NZIFH Masterton

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RUTHERFORD, Judith Dawn (Dawn)

Dawn died on Saturday, March 4, 2023, while in the care of the wonderful Otago Community Hospice staff. Dawn died as she lived, determined to maintain control of whatever remained of her life and to establish what processes would follow her death, including not having a funeral service. She was the only daughter of James and Jessie Rutherford. She was the much loved sister and sister-in-law of Jim and Ann, and the much loved aunt of Matthew. Jim, Ann, and Matthew pass on their heartfelt thanks to Dunedin Hospital and Dunedin Hospice staff. The care Dawn received in her final days was truly extraordinary. These thanks are extended to family members and friends who have supported Dawn over the years. A special thanks to Lyla, Ken and Glenn. Messages to 10 Walker Place, Alexandra 9320.

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McDONALD, Dawn Valmai(nee Kelland)

Died peacefully in Dunedin 23 February 2023, aged 82. Beloved sister and sister-in-law of Lynnette and Murray West, Joan and Gary Vincent, the late Nataline and deceased brothers Eddie, Colin, Bruce and Alan. Another link in the Kelland chain broken.
Remembered forever and a day. Until we meet again
Dawn.

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O’NEILL, Pamela Margaret (Pam)

Passed away peacefully at Timaru Hospital on Sunday, March 5, 2023, surrounded by love. An adored mother, mother-in-law, grand and great-grandma, sister and sister-in-law, and friend to many. Messages to 24 Glenmark Drive, Waipara, RD 3, Amberley. At Pam’s request a private cremation has been held.

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