DAVIES, Bryan
Of Paraparaumu. Suddenly, but peacefully, on 15 February 2023, aged 85 years. Most dearly loved father and father-in-law of Stephen and Susan, Cheryl and Warwick, and Carl. Precious Grandad of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Will be dearly missed.
A funeral service has already been held.
WILKINSON, Karin Elizabeth (nee Van Dam)
Passed away peacefully on 3 March 2023, aged 55 years, after a long illness. Dearly loved wife and mother of Shane, Amy, Lisa, and Matthew Loved daughter of the late Arie and the late Klaasje. Adored sister, sister in-law, aunty and great-aunty to many.
“Ride your bike into the sunset. Look forward,
don’t look back”
A gathering for Karin will be held at Seddon Park Funeral Home Chapel, cnr Seddon Road & Somerset Street, Hamilton, on Wednesday, 8 March 2023 at 2.00pm. In lieu of flowers donations preferred to National Heart Foundation, PO Box 19155, Hamilton 3244. All communications to the Wilkinson family C/- PO Box 5523, Frankton, Hamilton 3242.
GARDENER, Marie Amelia
Peacefully at Essie Summers Retirement Village, on March 2, 2023, aged 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Thomas. Dearly loved oldest daughter of Norma and Jack Crowe. Much loved sister and sister-in-law of Beryl (deceased) and David (deceased) Cartwright, Colleen and John (deceased) Waine. Cherished mother and mother-in-law to Suzette and Peter (Nelson), Gillian and Ron (deceased), Paul, Dean, Deborah and Nigel (deceased). Loving Nana to Jason and Rosemary, Jasmine and Shane, Kerry, Hayden and Kat, Jerimiah and Steph, Obadiah, Keziah and Troy, Petra and Joe, Alivia, James and Alana, Thomas and Chayla, Daniel and Jessica. Great-Nana to 22 adoring great-grandchildren.
R.I.P.
Our family would like to thank all the wonderful staff at Essie Summers Retirement Village for the great care they all gave to Marie. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the Late Marie Gardener, C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch, 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to St Vincent de Paul would be appreciated and may be made online only at www.svdpchch.co.nz.... A Requiem Mass for Marie will be celebrated at St Peter’s Church, 11 Fisher Ave, on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at 11.00am. Private burial thereafter.
DYER, Beverley Irene (nee Anderson)
On March 1, 2023, peacefully at St Helenas Rest Home, aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Harold, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Warren (deceased) and Meryll, Graham and Sue, Robin, Barry and Michelle, Sharon and Drew. Much loved nana of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, beloved aunt of her nieces and their families, loved friend and nana to her extended family and friends. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Beverley Dyer, c/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers donations to Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ would be appreciated, and can be made online at
CUNNINGHAM, Sonya
Peacefully after a short illness, at Hospice Southland on Friday, March 3, 2023. Loved mother of Ben. Loved daughter of Joseph*. Daughter of Glenis. Loved sister, sister-in-law and Aunty of Michael, Amanda, Alice, George. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Max and Jibba. Loved friend to many, you know who you are.
“She will be greatly
missed by many.”
Messages to “Cunningham Family” PO Box 632, Invercargill, or you can go to Sonya’s tribute page at
GREENWOOD, Nicolas James (Nic)
On February 27, 2023. Beloved husband and best friend of Liz, devoted and adored father of Harry, and Lily. Treasured son of Jan and Jim, loved brother and brother-in-law of Pip and David, Simon and Leah, and uncle of Rachel, Joshua, Kate, and Lucy, and a friend to many.
‘Our lives are so much richer for having had Nic in it. He will be missed by many.’
Heartfelt thanks to all the friends, family and healthcare workers who supported us throughout. We extend special thanks to all the Haematology staff at Christchurch Hospital for your care of Nic, and to Nurse Maude and Hospice staff who enabled Nic to be at home with us till the end. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Nic Greenwood, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers and in memory of Nic, donations can be made to Leukaemia and Blood Cancer Research at www.leukaemia.org.nz.... A Celebration of Nic’s life will be held in St Barnabas Anglican Church, 145 Fendalton Road, Fendalton, on Tuesday, March 7, at 1.00pm, private interment thereafter.
HAYWARD, Mark Allington
Peacefully at Ranfurly Residential Care Centre, Feilding, on Monday 27 February 2023, aged 77 years. Loved by Lesley, much loved Dad of Matthew and Kristyn, and Granddad of Cormac and Roman. Messages to the Hayward Family, c/- 29 Beattie Street, Feilding 4702. Funeral details to be advised.
JACOBS, Joan Valerie
It is with great sorrow that we announce the death of Joan on 28 February 2023. Joan peacefully slipped away in Palmerston North Hospital after a short battle with cancer. Aged 93 years. Wife of the late Rex. She will be missed by her son Stuart, daughter Bronwyn, and her treasured granddaughters Olivia, Georgia, Gabriella and Estee. The family would like to extend their thanks and gratitude to the doctors, nurses and support staff in both ward 25 of the Palmerston North Hospital and the Palmerston North Manor. The family wish to advise that they are going to have a close family/friend funeral at the request of Joan.
Rest in peace
Mum and Nana.
NZIFH
HAND, Peter Joseph
On Thursday, March 2, 2023, peacefully at Hospice Marlborough, aged 83 years. Loved husband of Aileen. Loved Dad to Trish and the late Brian; Father-in-law to Richard and Jo; Grandad to Bradley and Jess, and Jacinda, and Great-Grandad to Jade and Kane. In lieu of flowers a donation to Hospice Marlborough, Blenheim (A/c 03 1369 0365207 00 Ref
JUDD, William Francis (Bill)
Peacefully on 28 February 2023 at his home. Surrounded by his loving family. Dearly loved husband of the late Ada. Loving and caring father of Frances, Merna, William (late), Colin (late), Faye, Marita, Adrian, Russell, Patricia, Tania and their partners. The best Grandad to his 249 grandchildren over 5 generations. The family invites you to join them and celebrate the life that Bill loved and cherished until his passing. Special thanks to the teams at hospice, healthcare, Lavender Blue and West End Medical, for their care and support of our dear dad and grandad. You are awesome. A celebration of Bill’s life will held at Beauchamps Funeral Home, John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North, on Saturday 4 March 2023 at 10.30am, followed by burial at the Kelvin Grove Cemetery, Palmerston North.
FRANICEVIC, Wendy Jane
Passed away 27 February 2023. Dearly loved daughter of Helen and Peter, sister of Joanne (deceased) and Jan-Maree, sister-in-law to Bruce, and Mum to Macson. Friend to all and loved by many.
A shining light
extinguished too early.
May she rest in peace and love. Soul free - now you fly.
TOPP, Michael John(Mike)
On February 28, 2023, suddenly in Queenstown, aged 45 years. Loving husband of Kristy, and loving father to Jack. Loved son of Jack and Sue Topp ( Kaiapoi), adored brother and brother-in-law of Tracey and Richard, loved uncle of Olivia, and Alexandra, and committed and loyal friend to many.
Forever in our hearts,
will be sadly missed.
Now at peace.
Messages to c/- the Mike Topp family, PO Box 263, Kaiapoi 7644. A service to celebrate Mike’s life will be held at 316 Mill Road Ohoka, on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 11.00am (parking provided onsite), followed by Interment in the Balcairn Cemetery at 3.00pm.
BROWNELL, Rona Olive
Of Pahiatua, on Thursday 2 March 2023, (peacefully) at Waireka, Pahiatua, aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Monty Jackson (1967) and Maurice Brownell (2005). Treasured Mum of Brian (deceased) and Brenda, Trevor and Jo-Anne (deceased) , and Leigh and Kirsty. Adored Nana of Craig, Gareth, and Kate; Lisa, Kristen, and Erin; and Clare, Hugh, and Marika. Loved great-Nana to her 10 great-grandchildren. Rona will be sadly missed by the Brownell family, Alan and Trish, Lynette and Mark, and Viv; and their families. No flowers please. Messages to Rona’s family c/- PO Box 23 Pahiatua. A service to celebrate Rona’s life will be held at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Albert Street, Pahiatua, on Monday 6 March 2023, at 1.30pm. Private cremation thereafter.
Monarch Funeral Home
Pahiatua (06) 3766662
JEFFCOTE, John William
Passed away peacefully at home on 27 February 2023. Dearly loved husband of Ally, father and father-in-law of Robbie and Kerri, Jo and Andy, Nikki and Ephraim, and grandad of Riley, Millan, Devyn, Mackenzie, Jackson, and Kiara. A celebration for Johnny will be held at Hamilton Park Crematorium, Newstead, Hamilton, on Monday 6 March at 11.00am.
de MALMANCHE, Clifford Job (Cliff)
At the Nelson Tasman Hospice on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, aged 68 years, surrounded by family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Son of the late Job and Ethel. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Heather. Beloved father and father-in-law of Teresa (Melbourne), Kylie and Mike Howard (Wellington), Jobe and Angela (Mataura), Lance and Amber (Christchurch), Nerissa and Zach Robertson (Nelson), Shinae and Josh Boyd (Nelson). Adored Grandad of Natalie, Maddison, Portia, John, Luke, Andre, Caitlin, Logan, Liam, Charlotte, Cooper, Jaymee, Indee, Aurora, Zed, Maddox, Norah Jean and Hazel. In recognition of the amazingly compassionate care given by all staff at Nelson Tasman Hospice, donations to the Hospice in lieu of flowers will be much appreciated. A service to celebrate Cliff’s life will be held at Shone and Shirley Funeral Home, 164 Tahunanui Drive, Tahunanui, Nelson, Monday, March 6, at 10.00am.
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