COOMBES, Neill William (Spotty)
Peacefully at home on March 6, 2023, in his 78th year. Incredibly loved husband of Eleanor, devoted father and father-in-law to Douglas and Gloria, Darrin and Tracey, Sharyn and Deane, Janeece and Prudy. Adored grandad and great-grandad, uncle, brother and beloved friend. As per Spotty’s request a private celebration will be held at a later date. Flowers respectfully declined, donations to order
to St John’s Balclutha. Messages to 67C Charlotte street, Balclutha. Special thanks to Balclutha St John’s and Balclutha Fire service.
YOUNG, Geoffrey Alexander (Geoff)
On February 24, 2023 at Auckland City Hospital, after a brief illness but very long battle. Aged 66. Adored husband and lifelong soulmate of Patrice (Gaffaney) and an equally adored dad to our daughter Meg. Brother of Rose, Robert, Judy and Alistair and loved uncle and great uncle. Geoff was farewelled at a service on Friday, March 3, for family and close friends, such were his wishes (“Don’t want any fuss, Trice.”)
One of life’s good ones
has left us. Messages to 18 Burnley Terrace, Mt Eden, Auckland, 1024. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
ROVERS, Robert
Died peacefully at home on March 1, 2023, his 86th birthday. Beloved father and father-in-law of Michael and Marina, and grandfather of Anton, Daniel, Max and Helena. Father of Liz.
He will be sadly missed.
Special thanks to the staff of Te Korowai Te Aroha and to Catherine from Hospice Waikato for their care and support. A memorial gathering will take place at the Te Aroha RSA (67 Rewi St, Te Aroha) on Saturday, March 11 at 1.00pm. All communications to the family C/- Broadway Funeral Home, 10 Short Street, Matamata.
MacDONALD, Max Hare "Sonny"
Passed away peacefully on Sunday 5th March 2023 at Waikato Hospital, surrounded by his loving wife Marlene, son Daron and his wife Ceri, and Moko’s. Sonny’s funeral proceedings will begin at 11.00am at Temple View Stake Centre, followed by Newstead Cemetery at 2.00pm.
BACON, William Stewart (Bill)
On March 6, 2023, suddenly, at Archer Village, aged 70 years. Loved elder son of Katie and Ivan Bacon. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Penny and Alan Crosby, Roger Bacon, and Margie and Nick Maeder. Loved uncle of Emma Parkes, Louisa Crosby, and Jonathan Crosby. Also, a loved great-uncle. Special thanks to the staff and carers at Pkeko Blue, Braithwaite St and Coull St, for their care over the past 11 years. Thanks also to the staff at Archer Village for their care during William’s last four days. Messages may be addressed to the family of the late William Bacon, c/- Hope Funerals Christchurch, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, Christchurch. The memorial service for William will be held at Hope Chapel, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, on Saturday, March 11 at 2.00pm.
YOUNG, Adrian Carlyle
Aged 66. Passed away peacefully at Pohlen Hospital, Matamata, after a short battle with cancer, on 5th March 2023, surrounded by his family. Dearly loved husband of Sue, and much loved father and father-in-law of Paul & Charlotte, and Michelle & Kendric. Loved Poppa of Alesha, Neikyla, Freddie & Charlie.
A gentle, kind, loving soul taken too soon, who will be sadly missed by all.
The family wishes to especially thank Dr Kelly Brennan and the Pohlen Hospital staff who treated Adrian with great care and kindness. A celebration of Adrian’s life will be held at 11.00am on Friday 10 March at the Matamata Baptist Church, 26 Tower Road, Matamata, and thereafter refreshments at the Matamata RSA in Ngaio Street. All communications to the Young family, C/- Broadway Funeral Home, 10 Short Street, Matamata.
FRANCE, Karen Lesley
Born July 19, 1961, passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023, at the age of 61 years. She was the deeply loved wife of Neil, beloved sister and sister-in-law of Kaye and Lindsay Cook, cherished mother and mother-in-law of Melanie and David, and Nathan and Alicia, adored Nana to Hunter, Logan and Austin, and Bennett and Adeline. She was a treasured auntie, cousin, teacher, neighbour, and friend to many. Karen taught at various primary schools around Christchurch and devoted the last few years teaching at Hoon Hay Primary School. She will be profoundly
missed, but we live in
the hope of being reunited
with her in heaven.
In lieu of flowers, donations to KidsCan Charity, which helps feed hungry school students in NZ, can be made to https
TE HUIA, Hully
With great sadness we announce the passing of Hully, late of Timaru. Beloved husband of Judy, much loved father and father-in-law of Nathan, Shannon, David, Danii, Tim and Wynette. Cherished grandfather to all his grandchildren.
Forever in our hearts.
A Memorial Service to be
held in Timaru in November. jnh—tehuia@bigpond.com
RILEY, Ethel Lilian (Lilian)
Born Granity November 28, 1922, passed away Wellington 6th March 2023. Much loved wife of Gordon (dec), mother and mother-in-law of Christine (dec), Alison, Doug and Annabel. Loved Gran of Cameron and Rachel, Fraser and Scott. Loved Great-Gran of Ellie and Fletcher. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Lilian may be made online to the Mary Potter Hospice Wellington at www.marypotter.org.nz... A service for Lilian will be held at The Johnsonville Uniting Church, 18 Dr Taylor Terrace, Johnsonville, Wellington, at 11.00am, on Friday, March 10, 2023.
JOHANSON, Karen Margaret
Of Pahiatua. Passed away Friday 3 March 2023. Aged 69 years. Loved wife of Kevin, married for 54 years and loving Mum to Mathew, Melissa, Lincoln (deceased) and Jo, Candice and Paul and Ashleigh and Liam. Nan to Brittany, Taylor, Marc, Liam, Ava and Serena.
‘Remember when you
were young, you shone
like the sun.
Shine on you crazy diamond.’
A service will be held for Karen at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Saturday 11 March 2023, at 11.00am. Messages to the Johanson family, C/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North 4440.
ANSELMI, Kathleen (nee Mortenson)
Passed away peacefully at Te Kuiti Hospital on 6 March 2023 surrounded by her loving family. Cherished wife of the late Brian (BJ). Loving mother of John, Paul, and the late Janine. Devoted Grandmother of Llara, Kent, Blair, Colette, Marika; Thomas & Ella, Joshua & Hannah and great-grandmother of 20. Heartfelt thanks to all the staff at Hillview Rest Home and Te Kuiti Hospital for their loving support and care. A Celebration of Kathleen’s life will be held at the Anselmi Lodge, Piopio Cemetery on Monday, 13th March at 12noon. Service will be livestreamed please email office@teawamutufunerals.co.nz for link.
Te Awamutu Funeral Services, FDANZ.
TAYLOR, Warren Trevor
On March 5, 2023, passed away suddenly, aged 61 years. Dearly loved husband of Whiti, much loved father and father-in-law of Cilla and Dave, and Samuel, much loved poppa of Noah, Tama, and Manakore.
“Always in our hearts”
Special thanks to Warren’s nightshift crew, who did all they could for him. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Warren Taylor, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service to Celebrate Warren’s life will be held in our Avonpark Chapel, cnr Kerrs and Pages Road, Linwood, on Saturday, March 11, at 10.30am, thereafter private cremation.
RIPPON, Ralph Everest
On 4 March 2023. Passed away peacefully at Atawhai Care Centre, Taradale, aged 96 years. Dearly loved husband of June (deceased), father and father-in-law of Heather and Dan, Trevor and Vera, Dianne and Garry, Vivienne and David. Much loved Grandad to his 10 grandchildren, Sam, Sarah, David, Russell, Annette, Chris, Holly, Don, Melissa, Mark; Grandad Ralph to his 23 great and great-great grandchildren. The family would like to acknowledge and thank the staff at Atawhai for their care and support of Ralph over
the past few years. A service for Ralph will be held at Crestwood Chapel, 615 Heretaunga St E, Hastings, on Friday March 10 at 2.00pm. Messages to The Rippon Family can be made online at www.tnphb.co.nz... or posted to PO Box 967, Hastings 4156.
THOMAS, Yvonne (nee Tait)
At Mary Potter Hospice on Sunday, 5 March 2023, aged 85 years. Loved mother of David, Deborah, Nigel and Christopher, grandmother to her 7 grandchildren and loved sister of Jill. Messages may be left in Yvonne’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or sent C/- PO Box 723, Paraparaumu 5254. A Service for Yvonne will be held at the Harbour City Funeral Home Chapel, 300 Kapiti Road, Paraparaumu, on Thursday 9 March 2023, at 11.00am, followed by private interment.
FLYNN, John Anthony
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, 4 March 2023, aged 76 years. Loved brother to Pat Roatz (dec), and Paul Flynn. Treasured uncle and great-uncle to all his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate John’s life will be held in Our Lady Of Kapiti Catholic Church, 1 Presentation Way Paraparaumu, on Monday, 13 March 2023 at 11.00am. Followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to Mary Potter hospice would be appreciated and can be made online at www.marypotter.org.nz...
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