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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AYTO, Helen May (nee Kerr)

28.7.1938 — 25.2.2023
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at the Croft Rest Home, aged 84 years. Deeply cherished wife of the late Ken. Loved and treasured mum of Lynne and Hasan, Justine and Daryl, Diane and Ian, Janine and Grant. Deeply loved nana of Renae, and Chani, Daniel, and Thomas, Kayla, Jordon, and Samantha and great-nana to Jackson, and Crew. Daughter of the late Hector and Mavis. Loved sister of Norm and Bruce (deceased) and Noeleen and Warren, and a favourite aunty to many.
A gentle, elegant,
fun loving mum.
A beautiful lady to the end.
A private funeral has been held. Messages to 5 Apsley Street, Timaru 7910.

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LAMBIE, Nathalie Grace Heads

It is with great sadness we must tell you of Nathalie’s passing on February 20, 2023, aged 37 years. Loved forever by Alex and Harry, Hannah and Stephanie, and Jane
and Tony, and a much loved granddaughter, niece, cousin, and friend to so many. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Nathalie Lambie, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A private Funeral Service has been held.

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COURTNEY, Elwyn

Unexpectedly, at home, on Saturday 25 February 2023, aged 79 years. Dearly loved wife of the late John. Loved Mum of Paul and the late Mark. Nana Elwyn of Cullen, Bree and Mya. All messages to ‘The Courtney family’, c/- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth. Elwyn’s family invite you to a service to be held in the Chapel of W. Abraham, 366 Devon Street East, New Plymouth, on Tuesday, March 7, at 10.30am. Private cremation.

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COTTON, Leonard James(Len)

in his 96th year passed peacefully on 27.2.2023. Len you were an amazing man who didn’t waste a minute and lived life to the fullest. The world was a better place with you sharing it as were our lives. You will be greatly missed by Gaz, Bruce, myself and all of our street Whanau. Rest easy my friend
"love ya and see you tomorrow"

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MURRAY, George

(formerly of Tai Tapu) Passed away on February 28, 2023, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 93 years, surrounded by his family. Dearly loved husband of Valerie, loved father and father-in-law of Lynda and Bill, Heather and Kevin, Allan and Marivic, Maryanne and Brett, loved Gramps of Reuben, Ariana, Naomi, Maria, and Vaughan. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late George Murray, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A private family funeral will be held to celebrate his life.

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McGREGOR, Colin Stanly

Passed away on February 28, 2023. Dearly loved father of Kirstine and Richard, grandfather of Kieran, Liam and Lachlan, father-in-law to Francis and Ian.
‘‘Tenacitas Per Aspera’’
A memorial service to celebrate Colin’s life will be held at Kirstine’s private home, on Friday, March 10, 2023 at 5.30pm. Please advise the family directly of your attendance. All communications to McGregor Family, C/- 1358 Eruera Street, Rotorua 3010.
Collingwood Funeral Home Rotorua

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KIDD, Reginald John (Reg)

Christchurch. Passed away peacefully aged 86 at Christchurch Hospital early on Saturday, February 25, 2023. Dearly loved husband of Colleen, father of Vanessa and Virginia, and Grandfather of Olivia. An interment service will be held Wednesday, March 8, 2.30pm at St Peter’s Church, Church Corner.

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PELLOW, Margaret Catherine

Passed away peacefully Wednesday 1st March 2023. Aged 98 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Gordon. Dearly loved Mother and mother-in-law of Wendy
and Keiron Guinness, Ross and Trina Pellow. Adored Grandmother of Amanda, Matthew, Tiffany and Courtney, and great-grandmother of Jackson and Briana. A service will be held at Hamilton Park Chapel, 395 Morrinsville Road, Hamilton, on Tuesday 7th March at 1.00pm.

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JENNINGS, Isobel Maria

Loved daughter of the late Cecil and Tommy Hammond. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Noelean and Gordon (dec) Patrick, Marie and Lloyd Anderson, Gordon and Gayle Hammond, Raymond (dec) Hammond, Douglas (dec) Hammond, Rhonda and Ray Milne, Susan and Wayne Phillipson, Ian (dec) and Helen Jennings, Trevor (dec) and Ngaire Jennings, Raymond (dec) and Anne Jennings, Shirley and Peter Dawson. Much loved aunty of all her nieces and nephews.

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WILLIAMSON, Graham John

Passed away at the Rhodes on Cashmere Retirement Village on Sunday, February 12, 2023, aged 94. Dearly loved husband of the late Sylvia Williamson (nee Roberts). Loved father and father-in-law of Nicola, Chris and Jill, Jeff, Colin and Leigh. Much loved Grandfather/GG of his six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank the staff at Rhodes and his doctor for the care given to Graham, especially in the last few weeks of his life. The family has held a private service for Graham as he requested. Messages to the family sent to 141 Infinity Drive, Pegasus 7612.

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JONES, Kenneth Oswald (Ken)

On March 2, 2023, aged 79. Dearly loved husband of the late Rosemary. Treasured father and father-in-law of Sharlene, Marcia and Andrew. Much loved Pop Pop of Jessica, Xander and Ava. Greatly loved brother and brother-in-law, and loved by all his nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. Messages may be addressed to the family of the late Ken Jones, c/- Hope Funerals, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042. The celebration of Ken’s life will be held at Life Church La Vida, 34a Hansons Lane, Upper Riccarton, on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation.

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LOMAS, Betty Lorna

Died peacefully on 2 March 2023 at Waikanae Lodge, in her 97th year. Loved wife of the late Bernard Patrick Neale (Mick) Lomas. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Diane and Gerry (Dec) Mathews,
Viv and David Rogers, and Ross and Lesley Lomas. Loved grandmother of Alex, Elizabeth, Grace and Georgia. As per Betty’s wishes a private cremation has been held. A family gathering will be held at a later date. Messages to the family c/- PO Box 300, Waikanae 5250.

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CORNELIUS, Pamela Page(Pam)

Passed away at home, on February 28, 2023, in her 83rd year. Dearly loved wife of the late Jack. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Shayne and Gretel, and Ryan and Crystal. Adored Nan of Jasmine and Daniel, and Luke and Mathew, and her great-grandchildren Felicity and Anneka. Messages to 231 King Street, Temuka 7920. The Service to Celebrate Pam’s life will be held at Geraldine Funeral Services Chapel, 186 Talbot Street, Geraldine, on Tuesday, March 7, at 10.00am.

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WILLIAMSON, Alfred James Henry (Jim)

1.4.1943 — 25.2.2023
Son of Jim and Laurie; Kerrytown. Great mate, Dad, and Father-in-law to Leanne and Mark, Donna and Craig, James and Thea, and John; and Grandad Jim to Alex and Oscar. Thank you to his mates that regularly called and visited and a special thank you to all the people who have cared for Jim over the last 3 years. A private cremation was held on Monday at Jim’s request. No flowers please. Messages
to 2 Guinness St, Highfield, Timaru 7910.

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CUMMINS, Neil Falconer

On Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 92 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Rebe. Much loved father and father-in-law of Nigel and Maree, Murray and Bec (Victoria) and much loved grandad of Bronwyn. Youngest brother of Jack (deceased), Avril Chapman (deceased), Barry, and Betty Strong. Our special thanks to the staff of Diana Isaac Retirement Village. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Neil Cummins, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be made directly online at stjohn.org.nz. A Memorial Service for Neil will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Thursday, March 9, at 10.00am.

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