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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STEWART, Anthony John (Tony)

On June 14, 2023, at home with family; aged 73 years. Dearly loved husband of Mary Seelye, much loved father of Sarah, and Lauren, cherished Popa to Ella, Olivia, Caitlin, and Zoe. Special thanks to family and friends and the amazing MND team for their love and support over the last year. A farewell for Tony will be held in Hope and Sons Chapel, 523 Andersons Bay Road, Dunedin, at 11.00am, on Tuesday, June 20, followed by private cremation. Messages to the Stewart Family, c/- PO Box 5013, Dunedin 9054.

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SAVIGNY, Carol Elizabeth

Passed peacefully in Dunedin Hospital, on June 13, 2023, after a long illness; aged 76 years. Dearly loved wife of Ernie, for 58 years, loving Mother, Aunty and Grandma to all who needed her, cherished sister and sister-in-law of Bill and Ethel, Phil and Kerry, James and Jenny, and Valerie and Tom. Special thanks to the nursing staff of Dunedin Hospital, ICU and all of the emergency staff for their care. Carol’s wishes were for a private cremation.

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WESTMERLAND, Joseph Alan Patrick (Alan)

Peacefully, on Thursday, June 15, 2023, in Christchurch, aged 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Judy, much loved father and father-in-law of John and Dawn, Ryan, and Andrea and Simon. Doting grandfather of Jake, Madelaine, Samuel, Isobel, Theo, Caitlin, and Violet, and great-grandfather of Archie. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Alan Westmerland, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers donations to Nurse Maude would be appreciated and may be made directly online at

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O’NEILL, Anthony Arnold (Tubby)

Peacefully, at Lister Home, Waimate, on Friday, June 16, 2023. Dearly loved son of the late Arnold (Arnie) and Noeline. Loved brother of Greg, Les, Jenny (dec), and Pat (dec). Adored uncle of Sonja, Barry, Alan, Carla, Nigel, Dylan, Harley, and Kitty. Special thanks for the staff at Lister Home, Waimate. A service celebrating Tubby’s life will be held at Waimate A&P Showgrounds Pavillion, 26 Hakataramea Highway, Waimate, on Thursday, June 22, 2023 at 1.30pm. A delayed stream of the service will be available, please email- office@aoraki.kiwi.nz or call 6862148. In lieu of flowers, donations to Lister Home would be gratefully accepted and may be left at the service. Messages to

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TERRILL, Pauline Heather

Suddenly and unexpectedly passed away at home on Tuesday 13 June 2023. Dearly loved and treasured wife and companion of Gordon for 48 years. Loved and precious Mum and Mum-in-law of Paula, Donna & Graham, Matthew & Anne. Devoted Nana of Ella, Maxwell, Isla, Harper & Oliver.
Cherished sister of Lynne (deceased), Gill (Australia) & Murray.
An irreplaceable part of our family, always remembered and forever loved.
In preference to flowers, please consider a donation to St John Ambulance. Messages to the Terrill Family may be left on Pauline’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/pauline. A service to celebrate Pauline’s life will be held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel, 174 Lemon Street, New Plymouth, on Tuesday 20 June 2023 at 10.30am. For those unable to attend, Pauline’s funeral will be livestreamed via her tribute page.

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ASHMORE, Colin Thomas

After a courageous, quiet battle with cancer, on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, aged 74 years. Husband of Jude*, loved father and father-in-law of Andrea, Tim and Selina, and baby Ashmore*, cherished Poppa of his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Son of Mary and Aussie* Millard, adored brother and brother-in-law of Steve and Shirley Millard, Anne and Owen Smith, and stepfather of Richard, Rebecca, and Lance Higgie.
‘Happy hunting old man’
At Colin’s request, private cremation has been held, A memorial service will follow at a later date. Messages to 4 Carrick Place, Cromwell 9310.
(*denotes deceased)

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MITCHELL, Allan John

Passed away peacefully on 15th June 2023. Treasured son of Joe (dec) and Hazel. Beloved brother and brother-in-law of Michael, Colin and Denise, Raewyne and Graeme Gardiner, Sharon and Eddie Smith. Devoted Uncle to all his nieces and nephews. He fought a brave and courageous fight so lovingly supported by Vicki, Hayley, Mathew and Steph.
Will be sadly missed by us all.
All communications to the Mitchell family, PO Box 5523, Frankton, Hamilton 3242.

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McCLELLAND, Arthur Robert

Surrounded by love on June 15, 2023, our kind and gentle Dad and Grandad passed away. Aged 84 years and 11 months. Loved husband of the late Eleanor. Much loved father of Fiona, Jan and Sandy, and Grandad of Kirsten, Josh and Emily; William Adam and Molly. Loved brother and brother-in-law of George* and Bev, Arnold* and Joyce, Etta, Morris and Netta*, Keith and Kathy*, and Myra and Michael* and the McColl clan family. Special thanks to the staff of Hospice Southland, donations would be greatly appreciated and can be left at the service. A Celebration of Arthur’s life will be held at “The Church”, 201 Ness Street, on Monday, June 19 at 11.00am. Until then Arthur will be hanging out in his workshop at 52 Herriot Street, Invercargill. Feel free to pop in and have a drink with him. Messages to 52 Herriot Street, Invercargill or to Arthur’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
(*denotes deceased)

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AITKEN, Lewis Kerry

Passed away peacefully at the SC Hospice, on June 15, 2023, after a short illness. Beloved son of the late Norma and Ian Aitken, much loved brother, brother-in-law and awesome friend of Dallas and Linda Aitken and Stephanie Dore. Loved uncle and great-uncle of Nicholas Aitken and Emma Harris, and Indi; Leigh and Jason Varcoe, Mia, and Georgia; Jenna Dore and Aaron Shears, Mikayla and Braxton; Morgan Dore and Stephanie Forde. A private cremation has been held, with a celebration of Lewis’ life to follow. Messages to 18a Harborough Street, Timaru 7910.

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TAYLOR, Ian Robert

Passed away peacefully in Kenepuru Hospital in the early hours of Thursday 15 June 2023. Dearly loved husband of Sharon for 61 years. Greatest father and father-in-law to Brent (dec.), Graeme and Gail, and Chris. Cherished grandfather of Chelsea and Sam. Favourite older brother to Ann, Lynnette and Vivienne. He was loved unconditionally by all who knew him and never failed to put a smile on anyone’s face. The family would like to extend a massive ’thank you’ to the outstanding staff in Ward 4, Kenepuru Hospital. A private gathering will be held at home with family and close friends. Please no flowers by request (cards are welcomed).

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FAMULARO, Salvatore

On Friday 16th June 2023, peacefully in Masterton. Dearly beloved husband of the late Maria Laura. Loved and cherished father and father-in-law of Michael and and the late Roslynd Famularo, Maria and Don MacKay, Anita and John Henry, Angela Belcher and partner Dirk, David Famularo, Peter and Vicki Famularo, Paul and Janece Famularo. Devoted and amazing grandfather and grandfather-in-law of Aimee, Sophie, Cameron and Connor, Andrea and Daniel, Matthew and Tania, Laura and Shane, Ben and Christina, Ocean and Nicholas, Sally and Matt, Dominic and Tim, Rachel and Ryan. Cherished great-grandfather of Lucas and Oliver, Charlotte and Thomas, Gia and Cleo, Nixon, Nia, Nivaeh, Nikau and Noah, Tui and Dusky, Bryce and Jemima. We would like to thank the staff at Lansdowne Park and Dr John Gordon, for their dedicated care. A requiem mass to give thanks for the life of Salve will be held at St Patrick’s Church, Cnr of Queen and Russell Streets, Masterton, on Monday, 19th June, at 11.00am, followed by burial at Riverside Cemetery.

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HENDERSON, Beverly Margaret

Peacefully on June 15, 2023; under the care of Hospice Southland. Aged 84 years. Much loved wife of Nick, stepmother to Alan (Wellington) and Robyn (Melbourne). Beverly was the daughter of Bonar and Lena Fraser, late of Invercargill, and she was a helper and a friend to many Southlanders. A Memorial Service will be held for Beverly at J Fraser and Sons’ Chapel, Cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, at 2.00pm on Wednesday, June 21. Please go to Beverly’s tribute page at www.frasersfunerals.co.nz... for information about sending a tribute message and for a link to a livestream view of the service. Messages can also be sent to 77 Gala Street, Invercargill 9810.

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SALISBURY, Joan Winifred

On June 15, 2023, peacefully at her home in Upper Hutt; aged 92 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Hudson. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Trevor & Viv, Raewyn & Paul, and Colin. Special Grandma of her 6 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Treasured sister and sister-in-law of Jack & Valda Lloyd. A Service to celebrate Joan’s life will be held in Lane Park Church, 22 Lane Street, Upper Hutt, on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 11.00am, followed by interment at Akatarawa Cemetery.

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McALEVEY, Catherine Teresa (nee Harrison)

On June 15, 2023, peacefully at Dunedin Hospital; aged 70 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Kevin, much loved mum and mother-in-law of Brendon, Karen and Milo Wink, Teresa and Kane Shaw, loving grandma to Katie, and Sarah; Cody, and Jacob.
R.I.P.
Requiem Mass will be celebrated in St Patrick’s Basilica, Macandew Road, South Dunedin, at 11.00am, on Wednesday, June 21, the funeral then leaving for the Green Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations for St Vincent De Paul would be appreciated and may be left
at the Mass. Messages to 27 Orr Street, Concord, Dunedin 9018 or on Catherine’s page at www.tributes.co.nz... where you can watch the Mass on livestream.

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STROUD, Alastair Thomas

On Thursday, June 15, 2023, peacefully at Elms Court Village, aged 82 years. Loved partner of Judith, loved Dad of Andrew and the late Maryanne, loved Grandad Chuff of Nico, Darcy, Malachi, and Joshua, loved brother of Brian and Joyce Stroud, respected friend from Southland Boys High School. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Alastair Stroud, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. As were his wishes, a private service will be held.

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