WORLEY, Michael Shane (Lenny)
On March 7, 2023, at Christchurch Hospital, after a tragic accident, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Adored father of Charlotte, and Lucy. Loved son of Carole and the late Leon, loved brother and best friend of Anton, and brother-in-law of Alisa, and loving uncle of Emilia. Dearly loved soulmate of Suz.
“Lenny the Legend was always the loudest laugh in the room” Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Michael Worley, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. Donations to St John would be appreciated, and may be made directly online at
McKENZIE, Geoffrey Robert (Geoff)
Peacefully, surrounded by family, in Christchurch, aged 81 years. Much loved husband of Ann, and loved dad of Dean, and Scott. Adored grandad of James and Dani, and Brayden; and Mikayla and Steve, and a proud great-grandad of Tyler, Cairo, and Tahlia. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Geoff McKenzie, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of Geoff’s life will be held in our AvonPark Chapel, corner of Kerrs and Pages Roads, Linwood, on Wednesday, March 15, at 10.30am, private cremation to follow.
RESTALL, Leonard Joshua
Dr Len Restall of Rangiora, 93 years young, beloved father of Paul and Susan, father-in-law of Brian and Anna, loving husband of the late Rita, cherished grandfather and great-grandfather.
Reunited with his loving wife, forever with the Lord.
A private committal and burial to be held at Rangiora Lawn Cemetery. Messages to Len’s family, C/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440.
BOWLER, Molly Josephine (Jo)
Peacefully in New Plymouth on Thursday 9 March 2023, aged 90. Loved daughter of Thomas & Doris and sister of Mary (all deceased). A very dear friend to so many. Special thanks to the caring healthcare professionals who supported Jo. Messages may be left online at eagars.co.nz/jo where the service will also be livestreamed. A service to remember Jo will be held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel, 174 Lemon Street, New Plymouth, on Thursday 16 March 2023 at 11.00am, followed by her burial at Awanui Cemetery. Rosary will be prayed at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, 106 Powderham Street, New Plymouth, on Wednesday evening at 7.00pm.
A wonderful lady, now at rest.
POLLARD, Jean Kathleen
Slipped away peacefully on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at Nurse Maude Hospice; aged 82 years. Much loved wife and best friend of Jim and treasured mother of John, and Vandy. Jean’s death will be mourned by friends and family in New Zealand, Scotland and England. Jean will be missed by one-time colleagues at Medbury School, Ballantynes and the Persian Rug Gallery and by the many dependent customers of her business at Fendalton Rugs. Messages may be sent to the family of Jean Pollard c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude, at PO Box 36126, Merivale, Christchurch 8146 would be appreciated. A service has been held.
JEFFERIES, Marian (nee Tomlinson)
On 7 March 2023, peacefully, in the loving care of Winara Care Home with family at her side. Aged 91. All the steps are danced; the stitches cast; voyages and travel done; the dogs, the cats, the cavies – cherished and at rest. Our centre, our reason, our Mum, our Gran; independent, articulate, strong, courageous, loyal. Dearly loved by her children – Gail and her husband Paul, Alan and his partner Michelle, Bradford and his wife Vanessa; her grandchildren Jordan, Dylan, Zoe, Cory, Amy and all her friends and extended family. At peace with her mum Patti, her dad George, her younger brother Neville; her lifetime love, Dick; her special friend, Ken. Messages for Marian’s family may be left in her online tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted c/- 4 Moorefield Rd, Johnsonville 6037. A live stream of the service may also be accessed on Marian’s Tribute page. A celebration of Marian’s life will be held at The Whenua Tapu Crematorium Chapel, Airlie Rd, Pukerua Bay South at 11.00am on Tuesday 14th March 2023. Marian loved flowers and a bit of sparkle and we encourage you to dress for the occasion with this in mind.
BYRNE, Marie Joan
On March 8th 2023, peacefully at Alexandra Rest Home. Dearly loved wife of the late Ted; loved mother and mother-in-law of the late Susan Byrne, Peter and Joanne Byrne, Anne and Mark Cordy, Kevin Byrne and Sue Kinge. Much loved Grandma of Siobhan, Liam, Ciaran, Eilis, Charles, Philip, Georgia, and Kate and Great-Grandma of Daniel, Ada, Tobias and Kelly. Messages to the Byrne family may be left in Marie’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted c/- PO Box 14-366, Kilbirnie 6241. Marie’s Funeral Mass will be held at St Francis of Assisi Ohariu Parish Church, 37 Doctor Taylor Tce, Johnsonville, Wellington on Tuesday 14th March 2023 at 11.00am, followed by interment at Makara Cemetery. The Rosary will be recited in Church on Monday evening at 7.00pm. This service can be viewed via the livestream tab on the Tributes website.
HEATH, Marlene Lillian Joy (nee Zander)
Passed away peacefully on 8 March 2023 with her beloved son by her side. Ever loving mother, grandmother, grand nan, sister, aunty and friend.
Forever in our hearts.
A private service will be held on Wednesday 15 March 2023.
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GOODWIN, Kenneth Raymond (Ken)
Passed on Wednesday 8th March 2023 following a long battle with cancer. Aged 68 years. Dearly loved Dad of Kelly, Aleshia, and Courtney; and treasured Grandad of Eli, Natalia, and Aston. Friends are invited to attend a service for Ken to be held at Feilding Funeral Chapel, 282 Kimbolton Road, Feilding, on Thursday 16th March 2023 at 11.00am.
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JOHNS, Audrey Elizabeth
On March 8, 2023, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer, aged 74 years. Dearly loved wife of Bruce, much loved mother of Rebecca, Doug, George, and Anna, a loved mother-in-law, and treasured Nana of her nine grandchildren. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Audrey Johns, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The Funeral Service for Audrey will be held in St Mary’s Anglican Church, 41 Wilkin Street, Rotherham, on Wednesday, March 15, at 1.30pm, private interment thereafter.
RODEN, Leonard Arthur Roy
Passed away this week at 92. Father of Chris and Linda, father-in-law of Sharon, brother to Ivina, grandfather of Jessica, Luca, Georgia and Matthew, and great-grandfather to Penelope, who he adored. Len is remembered for his kind heart and quick wit. A funeral service will be held at Richmond New Life Church on Monday, March 13 at 11.00am. Rather than flowers the family ask that you donate to St John https
HALL, Brian Noel
Passed away on 8 March 2023, aged 64 years. Brian will be sadly missed by his family and friends. A private family farewell is to be held.
MANSFIELD, Anthony Ronald (Ron)
Peacefully at South Canterbury Hospice Timaru on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 in his 83rd year. Dearly loved husband of the late Marilyn. Loved father and father-in-law of Ron and Adam, James and Kate. Loved grandad of Maggie and Michael, Lucy and Morgan, Jack and Mandy, Molly, and Anna. Loved great-grandad of Isla, and Celine. Special thanks to the staff of the Hospice for the loving and kind care of Ron and the family. In lieu of flowers a donation to the South Canterbury Hospice, PO Box 4007, Timaru would be appreciated or may be left at the service. A service for Ron will be held at the Southern Canterbury A & P Showgrounds, 26 Hakataramea Highway, Waimate, on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Waimate Lawn Cemetery.
JULIAN, Teresa Agnes
Passed away peacefully on Thursday 9th March 2023, aged 60 years. Dearly loved daughter of Helena and Pat Julian. Loving mother of Nomie, Zach, Riah and Morgraine Julian. Loved grandmother of Rayne Julian and Eric Carr. A farewell for Teresa will be held in Kapiti Coast Funeral Home, 9-11 Hinemoa Street, Paraparaumu, on Tuesday 14th March 2023, at 2.00pm, followed by an interment at Awa Tapu Cemetery.
MORGAN, Stephen(Stevie)
Passed away at home suddenly on March 8, 2023. Loved partner of Kay. Dearest Dad of Jayde, Haydo, Genea and respected step-dad of Simon, Ronnie, Leigh and Nathan. Koro of all his grandchildren. Messages to Stevie’s family to 25 Allnatt Street, Temuka. Under strict instructions from Stevie, a private cremation will take place.
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