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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MINNEE, Thomas Christiaan

On March 2, 2023. Dearly loved son of Diana & Gerald. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Sam & Diana, Natasha & Simon, Casey & Jeremy. Loved uncle and friend of many. A Funeral for Thomas funeral will be held at All Saints Hataitai, 90 Hamilton Rd, Wellington, on Saturday, March 11, at 10.00am. A live stream of the service can be seen here https

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IRVING, Margaret Joan(Joan)(nee Speirs)

Formerly of Wairaki Station, and Blackmount. Peacefully, on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at Dunedin; in her 90th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Hugh Irving, much loved mother of Tony, Sophie, Hugo, Charlotte Young, and step-mother to the late Nicole, much loved mother-in-law of Jason, Suzanne and Sandra, adored grandmother of Felix, Noah, Quinn, Amelia and Emily, and much loved sister and sister-in-law of Anne and the late Jim Smith. The family wish to warmly welcome friends and family to a service to celebrate Joan’s life in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel,
on Tuesday, March 14 at 10.30am, followed by private cremation. Joan’s service will be livestreamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz.... Messages to the Coutts Family, 50 Dukes Road North, Mosgiel 9092, or email

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LAWSON, Helen Irene

Passed away peacefully after a short battle, with her loving family by her side, at Rowena Jackson Rest Home, on Monday, March 6, 2023, aged 80 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Bruce and cherished mum and mother-in-law of Joan* and Sonny*, Tony and Tina, and Melanie and Te Muunu. Adored nan of Michelle and Donna, Takahia and Teri, Tania and Tawhiri, Braydon, Alexs*, Candis and Johnny, and Haimona, and great-grandmother of Peyton, Egypt, Katana, Tilly, and Xzavier. A private family service will be held. Messages to 126 Balmoral Drive, Appleby, Invercargill 9812.
(*denotes deceased)

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PRATT, Tess Caroline

Suddenly and unexpectedly at her home on March 6, 2023. A loved daughter of Rachel and Bryan, a very much loved sister and friend of Olivia, Freya and Valhan. A loved granddaughter of Henry and Carolyn Pratt, (Tauranga). A loved niece, cousin and friend to many. Messages c/- the Pratt family to 78 Brisbane Street, Waltham, Christchurch 8023. A private service (by invitation only) for Tess will be held at the Beckenham School Hall, 71 Sandwich Road, Beckenham on Saturday, March 11 at 1.00pm, thereafter a private cremation.

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CHAN, Elizabeth

Passed away peacefully 7 March 2023, aged 92 years.
Forever in our hearts.
Loved wife of Allan (deceased), dearest Mum and mother-in-law of Judy and Steve, Andrea and Bruce, Lesley, Raewyn, Terry (deceased), Eden and Vanessa. Beloved Grandma (Por Por) and great-Grandma (Buk Buk). A private funeral for family will be held on Friday. Messages of condolences can be sent to the Chan family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North. In lieu of flowers, donations in Elizabeth’s memory can be sent to St John’s Ambulance Palmerston North, c/- Private Bag 14902, Panmure, Auckland 1741.

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KITTO, Aaron David

On 3.3.23 Aaron passed away at the Gold Coast Private Hospital aged 52 after a hard fought three year battle with cancer. Much loved son of Colleen (Waller) and Warren. Loved brother of Cindy (dec) and Mark. Much loved uncle and great uncle. Funeral service on the Gold Coast on Monday March 13th at 12.30pm. Messages to P.O. Box 502, Ashmore City, QLD, 4214 Australia. Live streamed
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TYLER, Henry James (Harry)

On March 6, 2023, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital after a short illness, aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Ngaio, and loved father of Anna, and Harvey. Dearly loved Grandad of Maggie and Molly. Loved brother of Tom; and the late Maria, Margaret, and Anne. A much loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Messages may be addressed to ‘The Tyler Family’ C/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013.
‘A beautiful soul forever in our Hearts’
A Funeral Mass for Harry will be Celebrated at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, Christchurch, on Tuesday, March 14, at 1.30pm. A Vigil Service will be held at Maryville Courts Lounge, 155 Salisbury Street, on Monday, March 13, at 5.00pm.

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LORNIE, Adrienne (nee Shearman)

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at Rhoda Read Hospital, Morrinsville, on 4 March 2023, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Bruce. Loved Mum and mother-in-law of Anne and Don, David (deceased), Peter and Rita. Cherished Nana of 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Adored sister of 10 siblings. A service for Adrienne will be held at Morrinsville Catholic Church, 1 Victoria Avenue, on Thursday, 9 March 2023, at 11.00am. In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to St John Ambulance Association Morrinsville, 113 Anderson Street. All communications to the Lornie family, C/- 358 Thames Street, Morrinsville 3300.

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NICOLL, Josie Eleanor

Passed away after a short illness on 24 February 2023. A private family service and interment took place on Saturday 4 March. Any messages to A Nicoll, P.O. Box 9085, Hamilton 3240.

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ROSE, Charles Henry (Charlie)

Of Porirua. Peacefully at Wellington Hospital on 2 March 2023, after a long illness. At Charlie’s request a private cremation has been held.

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FORDHAM, Rose Anita (nee Brandon)

Died peacefully at Lynde House, Twickenham, London, on February 20, 2023. Loved daughter of the late Philip and Vivienne Brandon. Beloved wife of Jeremy Fordham, mother and grandmother of Hugh and Polly, and their children. Dearly loved sister and aunt of Philippa, Neville, Terry (dec), Bridget and their children. Funeral is to be held in London at 4.00pm, March 13. Webcast and recording of the service will be available.Intial contact Neville Brandon n.brandon@xtra.co.nz

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GRAY, Dawn Margaret(nee Lewis)

Aged 80 years, died peacefully with family by her side on Saturday March 4, 2023. As per Dawn’s wishes, a graveside service will be held with family and invited friends. Messages to 7 Merlin Place, Gore 9710.

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ALLAN, Alexander Robert (Bob)

On March 3, 2023. Peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Betty. Much loved father and father-in-law of Barbara and Barry Pinnell, and Gordon and Maree. Adored Poppa of Kerriann, and Jamie; Melissa and Mike, and Shaun and Jennifer. Messages to the late Bob Allan family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service for Bob will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Friday, March 10, commencing at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

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WHITE, Lawrence David (Truck, Lol, Whitey, Lawrie, Lonely)

Departed from Earth Side, peacefully, on Thursday, March 2, 2023. Loved Husband to the late Annette (nee Roche), dearly loved Dad to Deborah and Alan, Sandra and Tony, Alison and Grant, and Rachel and Bruce, cherished Grandad Lol to Jayden, Brad, Cayleh, Regan, Hannah, Sam, Jack, Luke, Riley, Lydia, and partners. He worshipped you all. Great-Grandad to Frankie, Greta, Alfie, Makani, Fern, Tala, and Fletcher, great friend to many, and special friend to Gordon and the late Jo. Massive thanks to the wonderful nurses and staff at O’Conor Home with special thanks to Dr Vaughan Leigh for all your care and kindness over the past 3 years dad was in your care. A big thanks to Sharon who lead the private service we held for dad on Saturday, March 4. At peace with Nett, resting in love. Flat White, One Sugar, Xtra Hot. XX.
Hagedorns Buller Funeral Services. Funeral Directors Association of NZ.

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TROLOVE, Graeme Bernard

(Reg. No 231323, Sgt. Instructor, 2nd NZEF). On March 3, 2023. Died at Terrace View Retirement Village, Ashburton, aged 101 years. Dearly loved husband of Margaret for 72 years. Loved and respected father and father-in-law of William and Linda, Peter, and Jane. Much loved grandfather of Rosemary, Clare, Caroline, Nicola, Anna and George. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Peter, Derek, John, William, Jocelyn, and Robin Davidson, and loved by his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Dr Wootton for your care of Margaret and Graeme for many years. Messages to the Trolove family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Graeme’s funeral service will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Thursday, March 9, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by private interment. Anyone wishing to view the service online go to www.patersonsfuneralservices.co.nz... , ‘Funeral Notices’ and click on Graeme’s notice for the link.

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