Death Notices

A place to remember and celebrate the lives of those no longer with us

Recent Notices in New Zealand

Death

WORBOYS, Lois Myra May

Lois passed away peacefully on Saturday 4th March 2023. Loved wife of the late Lester, Mum and mother-in-law of Carol and the late Murray Webb and Christopher and Karen Worboys. Loved Nana of 6 grandchildren and their partners, and 2 great-grandchildren. A service to honour Lois’ life will be held at the Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Tuesday 7th March 2023 at 1.30pm. The family wish to acknowledge heartfelt thanks to the St John’s Ambulance staff and Palmerston North Hospital staff for their exemplary compassionate care of Lois. Messages to the Worboys family, c/- PO Box 5191, Terrace End, Palmerston North 4441.

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MULLANEY, Jay Patrick

Passed away as the result of an accident on Sunday, March 5, 2023, aged 25 years. Dearly loved son of Sonya and Des. Loved brother and best friend of Dylan and Courtney, and ‘crazy uncle’ of Mackenzie.
“Our wild child was taken away from us doing what he loved doing.”
A celebration of Jay’s life will be held at Woolertons Funeral Home Chapel, 8 Railside Place, Frankton, Hamilton 3204 on Friday, March 10 at 1.00pm. All correspondence for the Mullaney family, c/- PO Box 276, Hamilton 3240.

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PHILLIPS, Denise Gwendoline

“I’ve arrived Kid”
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Friday, March 3, 2023, in Waimate. Beloved wife of John (deceased). Much loved and treasured mum and mother-in-law of Ellen and John, and Martin and Angela #bestmumever. A much loved granny of her 6 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. The Service celebrating Denise’s life will be held at Aoraki Funeral Services Chapel Waimate, 11 John Street, Waimate, on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at 1.00pm. Messages to

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MORTON-JONES, Beverly Joan

03.07.1939 — 03.03.2023
Cherished mother of Shaun and Blair. Loved grandmother of Laura, William, Regan and Ella.
She will be dearly missed.
Her Funeral will be held at Waimea Richmond Home, Champion Rd, Richmond, on Wednesday, March 8, at 11.00am.

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BRAY, Stephen Joseph

Ko Waitaha na Tangata; Ko Kawe ki te ngakau. On March 4, 2023 peacefully at Palmerston North Hospital surrounded by his friends and family. Loved dad of David, Hannah, Vicky, Steven, Heavenlee and the late Debbie. Proud grandfather of all his mokopuna. A service for Stephen will be held at William Cotton & Sons Funeral Chapel, 29 Beattie Street, Feilding on Wednesday March 8, 2023 at 11.00am.
“Pride of the south
for 77 years”

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HAVILL, Christopher George (Chris)

(RNZAF 76864). On Saturday, March 4, 2023, peacefully at Lady Wigram Retirement Village, aged 88 years. Loved husband of Janice for 61 years, loved Dad of Michael and Suzanne, loved Grandad of Katie and Robbie, loved family member of Ang and Willie, loved and respected uncle, father-in-law, brother-in-law, colleague, neighbour, and friend to many. A special thanks to the residents and staff at Lady Wigram for their wonderful care and friendship. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Chris Havill, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. John would be appreciated and may be made online at stjohn.org.nz. The Funeral Service in celebration of Chris’ life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Wednesday, March 8, at 10.00am.

Death

MACLARN, Ray

22.12.1952 — 1.3.2023
Passed away suddenly at home. Much loved son of the late June and Des Maclarn. Treasured brother and brother-in-law of Roselei & John, Brett (dec), Gaye & Robin, Kathy & John (Aus.), Max, Ian (dec), Lynne, Merv.
A good man with a cheeky sense of humour, he was always ready to lend a hand.
He will be missed by all.

Death

WOOLSTON, Dorothy Jean (Jean)

Jean was taken from us peacefully on 3 March 2023 while surrounded by her loving family. Wife of Stan, Mother of Sandra & Brenton, Tony & Judith and Scott & Sharlene. Loving Grandmother of Israel, Ethan, George, Oscar, Luca, Milo, Javed, Luis, Marley and Melody.
“Seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness and all these things will
be added unto you.”
Matthew 6

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PANKHURST, Harry Michael Edward

On March 3, 2023, peacefully at home surrounded by love, aged 33. Forever loved husband of Vicky, and adored by his son Freddie. Dearly loved son of Linda and Peter, much loved brother of Jane, and Lucy. A loved grandson, nephew, cousin, son-in-law, brother-in-law, and friend to many. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all those involved in supporting Harry. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Harry Pankhurst, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service for Harry will be held at his home, on Thursday, March 9, at 4.00pm.

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ROBINSON, Esme Marion

The loveliest, most mischievous Mum and Grandma in the world, peacefully passed away at Taurima Rest Home, New Plymouth, on the morning of Friday, March 3, 2023, aged 88 years. Mum had family with her in her final hours.
We will miss our gorgeous Mum, the twinkle in her eye and her gorgeous smile. Travel safe Mum. XX
Dearly loved wife of the late Jim. Treasured Mum of Frances, the late Derek, Judy, Linda, Philip, and mother-in-law of Paula. Beloved Grandma of the late Kimberley, Andrew, Joshua, Liam, Aden and Danielle. All messages to ‘The Robinson Family’, c/- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth 4340, or online at wabraham.co.nz/notices A service for Esme will be held in The Chapel of W. Abraham, 366 Devon St East, New Plymouth, on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at 2.00pm, thereafter to The Remembrance Chapel and Crematorium.

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WALKER, Jonas

Passed away peacefully on March 4, 2023, aged 39 years, with Kerry by his side. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Kerry; adored and treasured father of Mckenzie, Chloe, and Pippa.
Will be dearly missed, and
in our hearts forever.
Special thanks for the outstanding care received from Dr David Pilbrow, Dr Julia and the Nurse Maude Hospice team. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude Hospice would be greatly appreciated and may be made online at nursemaude.org.nz/donate/. To celebrate Jonas’ life, a Service will be held in our AvonPark Chapel, cnr Kerrs and Pages Roads, Linwood, on Thursday, March 9, at 2.30pm, private cremation thereafter.

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BIRRELL, Barbara Burnett

Passed away peacefully on Thursday 23rd February 2023 at Aroha Care Centre, Lower Hutt. Barbara will be sadly missed by all her family. The family would like to express their gratitude to Aroha Care Centre for the care they have given Barbara over the last few years and for the information, guidance and support they have shown the family in the last couple of weeks. In accordance with Barbara’s wishes a private cremation has taken place.

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BOYD, Clarence Richard (Dick)

Of Otaki. Peacefully at Palmerston North Hospital on Friday 24 February 2023. Aged 78 years. Dearly loved husband of Maureen. Loved father and father-in-law of Richard & Jess, and Wendy & Craig. Grandfather to Charlotte, Grace, Meaghan and Alice. Dear friend of Nicky & Simon, Graham & Aileen, Liz, and Lorraine. In accordance with Dick’s wishes, a private gathering has taken place. Donations in Dick’s memory to the St John’s Ambulance are appreciated.

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DUMBLE, Jon

27.11.1936 — 13.2.2023
Family and friends are warmly invited to attend a Memorial Service to be held at Skyline, Queenstown on Sunday, March 26, 2023, at 12.00pm. RSVP to functions@skyline.co.nz before March 20. Other messages to waderay730@outlook.com. In lieu of flowers please make a donation in Jon’s honour to the SPCA or Happiness House.

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BOWATER, Margaret Constance

On February 24th 2023 peacefully at Metlifecare Karori. Aged 97 years. Dearly love wife of the late Stanley James Bowater; Loved mother of David, and Helen and their partners Shirley, and Andy. Much loved Grandmother of Gabriel, Rachel, and Esther and Great-Grandmother of Eve, and Tilly. Loved sister of the late John, Sylvia, Philip, Richard, Joyce, and Christopher. Messages to “the Bowater family” may be placed in Margaret’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted C/- PO Box 723, Paraparaumu. In accordance with Margaret’s wishes a private family service has been held.

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