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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SOLOMON, Vivienne Louise

Passed away suddenly at home on February 28, 2023, aged 77 years. Beloved wife of the late Graeme for over 55 years. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Greg and Barb Solomon, Michelle and Todd Demarco, and Julie Walker. Cherished Nana of Hannah, Joel, Gabrielle and Isaac. Great-grandmother of Emmett. Beloved sister of Richard (deceased), Judy, and John. A memorial service to celebrate Viv’s life is to be held in the Napier Christian Fellowship Church, 96 Meeanee Road, Taradale, Napier, on Tuesday, March 7, at 1.30pm. Messages to the Solomon Family, C/- PO Box 439, Napier 4140.
You will be greatly missed by us all Mum.
Now resting in Jesus.
Give Dad a hug for us.

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FORBES, Bruce John

On Monday, February 27, 2023, peacefully at Kaiapoi Lodge; aged 90 years. Loved husband of Maureen, loved Dad and father-in-law of Neil and Michelle, Ross and Karen, Lynnette and Shaun, respected Grandad of Andrew and Hannah, Sarah and Rachel, Josh and Connor. A special thanks to the staff at Kaiapoi Lodge for their wonderful care and support. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Bruce Forbes, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The celebration of Bruce’s life will be held in Waiau Community Hall, 3 Cheviot Street, Waiau, on Monday, March 6, at 1.00pm.

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GREENWOOD, Nicholas 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.

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ROMERO, Sandra Clare

Peacefully at Southland Hospital on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, aged 63 years. Dearly loved Mum and Mother-in-law of Simon and Tammy, Chris and Sandy, and Katy. Adored Nan-Nan of Joshua, Jeremy, Moriah, Isabella, Jason, and Matthew. A service to celebrate Sandra’s life will be held in the St. David’s on Regent Church, Regent Street on Friday, March 3, at 2.00pm, a private cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers donations to Sweet Louise (Breast Cancer) would be appreciated and may be left at the service. If you wish to view the service via livestream go to the Avenal Park website, obituaries page and click on the link on Sandra’s page. Messages C/- Romero Family, PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840.

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HAYNE, Jennifer Dorothy

Passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday 28 February 2023. Beloved wife of Roger (deceased). Loving mother of Phillip and Debbie, Robyn and Dave, Chris and Lorraine. Special Nana to her 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
“She will be forever remembered and sorely missed”
A service will held at “Stonehaven” Chapel, 10 Peel St, Waipukurau, on Saturday 4 March, at 1.00pm. Messages to

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HOGWOOD, Mary Louisa (nee Watts)

Passed peacefully on Wednesday 1 March 2023, aged 79 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Rex. Loved and cherished Mum and mother-in-law of Adrian and Zara, Ngaire, and Rosemary and Jeremy. Adored Grandma of Max, Sam, and Jenna. All messages to ‘The Hogwood Family’, c/- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth 4340, or left online at wabraham.co.nz/notices In lieu of flowers, donations to Ozanam House Trust would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service for Mary will be held in The Chapel of W. Abraham, 366 Devon Street East, New Plymouth, on Monday 6 March 2023 at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation.

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ELLISON, Jennifer Mary (nee Aslin)

Passed away suddenly, on Tuesday, 28th February 2023. Dearly loved wife of Jamie. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Natasha & Aldon Pearson, Heidi, and Douglas Kursteiner, and Jacinta Ellison-Burnell. Cherished Grandma to Danny Kursteiner, Tyreace Kerr Ellison, Kierra and Zoey Pearson, and Aliyah Kursteiner. A service for Jenny will be held at 5 He Awa Crescent, Waikanae, on Friday 3rd March 2023 at 11.30am, followed by a private cremation. All messages to the Ellison/Kursteiner family, C/o PO Box 119, Paraparaumu.

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NEILSEN, Beverley Ann

It is with deep sadness we advise that Beverley Ann Neilsen died peacefully at Enliven Aspiring Care Centre in Wanaka on Tuesday, February 28, 2023; in her 80th year. Beverley was born in Sydney in 1943 and spent the last 55 years living in New Zealand which she adored. Beloved wife of William David (Bill) Neilsen (dec) and loved Mum to Johanna. Beloved sister to Barbara and sister-in-law to David, Beverley and Bob, and Aunt to Geoffrey, Cathleen and Nathan.
May she now rest forever in peace.
Our deepest thanks to the Enliven Aspiring Care Centre for their care of Beverley over her final years. Beverley’s funeral service will be held in St John Anglican Church, 67 Queen Street, Westport, at 1.30pm, on Friday, March 10, followed by an interment at Orowaiti Cemetery.

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WILSON, Barry Ashley

J.P.
On February 28, 2023, at home with his family. Aged 76 years. Loved and cherished husband of Judy, much loved father and father-in-law of Anthony and Kathleen, Gene and Kirsty, a loved and adored Pop of Jessica, Braden, Aston and Seth, and great-grandpop of Max, Heath and Lincoln. Loved brother of Russell and Loraine (both deceased), Naomi and his step-brother, Clive. A much loved uncle, cousin, and friend to many. Messages to the Wilson Family, 32 Bonar Drive, Hokitika 7810, or may be left on Barry’s tribute page at www.thompsonfd.co.nz.... Flowers respectfully declined, but donations to Ranui House would be appreciated and may be made at the service. A service to celebrate Barry’s life will be held at the Seaview Hall, Seaview Terrace, Hokitika, on Saturday, March 4, commencing at 1.30pm. Following the service, Barry will be laid to rest in the Lawn Section of the Hokitika Cemetery.

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PUTTICK, Graeme

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our son Graeme Cecil Puttick, on Tuesday February 28, 2023, aged 58 years, at The Hospice South Canterbury. He was the treasured and dearly loved youngest son of Ron and Joy Puttick (Waimate). Adored Bro of Sandra and Geoff Feron, Richard and Jean, Kathy Graham and Richard Liddicoat, Katrina and Ken Chamberlain. Fun loving Uncle of Aaron, Alana, Tessa, Tahnee, Blair and Leah. Teasing Great Uncle of Forrest, Mihi, Rylee, Archie, Evie and Henry. Graeme’s life celebration will be held at Waimate A&P showgrounds. 26 Hakataramea Highway, Waimate, on Monday March 6, 2023 at 1pm. Followed by private cremation. Live stream available, please contact office@aoraki.kiwi.nz for information. Messages to R and J Puttick Family PO BOX 4091 Highfield, Timaru, 7924.

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BROWN, Peter Francis

On 28th February 2023, at Summerset Care Centre in Upper Hutt, with his family at his side; aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of Claire (dec) and much loved father and father-in-law of Carmel and Richard, Steve and Nicky, Helen and James, Pauline and Tama. Beloved Pop of Leah, Aaron, Sarah, Terry, Georgia, Jacob, Ella, Meg, Abby, Greta and Ollie. So loved by all of his extended family. Many thanks to the caring Summerset staff for their love and respect shown to dad over this time. We are forever grateful. All messages to “ The Brown Family”, c/o PO Box 30-127, Lower Hutt. Mass to celebrate the life of Peter will be held at Our Lady of Grace, 5 Palmer Crescent, Heretaunga, at 1.00pm on Saturday, 4th March, followed by an afternoon tea.

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ALLAN, Raewyn Ann (nee Eichler)

Passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at Palmerston North Hospital surrounded by family, on Wednesday 1 March 2023. Aged 60 years. Dearly loved wife of Mark for 31 years. Beloved sister and sister-in-law of Tony (dec) and Suzanne, Sue and Rob Miers, and Kim and Harry Allan-Harrison. A loved Aunty to her nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers donations to the Children’s Ward at Palmerston North Hospital would be appreciated and may be left in the chapel foyer. Messages to the Allan family c/- 280 Kimbolton Road, Feilding. Friends are invited to attend a service for Raewyn at the Feilding Funeral Chapel, 282 Kimbolton Road, Feilding, on Wednesday 8 March 2023, at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Feilding Cemetery.
NZIFH

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HOWARD, Anna Megan

Our beautiful Anna passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023. Adored and cherished wife of Hayden. A devoted and loving Mum to Meg, George, Jack, and Will. Precious and loving daughter of Joe and Barbara Ronald and daughter-in-law of Tony and Margaret Howard. A soul sister and sister-in-law of Kate and Robbie Watkinson, Mark Ronald and Craig and Alex Howard. A loved aunty of Ruby, Milly and Jimmy Watkinson; Oliver and Charlotte Howard.
"A good friend to so many"
Funeral details to follow. Messages to 177 Centre Bush - Otapiri Road, RD 2, Winton 9782 or to Anna’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

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DINSDALE, Devereau Kipling (Dev)

Passed away peacefully on February 11, 2023, aged 75 years. Beloved husband of Diana. Cherished Dad of Stephen, Mark, Adam, Johanna, Morgan, Fiona, Neil and David. Loved Grandad and Great-Grandad of many. Much loved brother of Beverly Charlton. A celebration of Dev’s life will be held in the Beth Shan Chapel, 401 Maraekakaho Road, Hastings, on Saturday, 4 March at 11.00am. Messages to the Dinsdale Family, c/o PO Box 439, Napier 4140.

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McCONNELL, Florence Daphne

Passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. Aged 95. Dearly loved wife of the late James and remembered fondly by all of her family. A private service has been held.

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