CHRISTIANSEN, Eileen Mary (nee Garaway)
Passed away peacefully at home, in the presence of her family, on Sunday 26th February 2023, in her 87th year. Loved wife of the late Wilf Christiansen. Loved mother of Edna, Karen, Ian, and David. Much loved grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother of her many grandchildren.
Sadly missed but never forgotten.
All correspondence to 20 Weka Street, Frankton, Hamilton 3204.
ROCHE, William Edward (Bill)
On February 20, 2023, peacefully at Bainlea House, Rangiora, aged 93. Loved husband of the late Rita, missed by family and friends. Special thanks to Bainswood House and Bainlea House for the outstanding care and kindness they showed Bill. In accordance with Bill’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to Bill’s family can be sent C/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440.
KAY, Stephen Albert (Steve)
On February 25, 2023, at Ashburton Hospital, aged 64 years. Loved son of the late Merle and Albie. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Mike and Sally, Darryl, the late Sharon, and Ian. Loved by all his nieces and nephews. Much loved friend of Julie and her family. Messages to the Kay family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Stephen’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Friday, March 3, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.
PICKERING, David Alexander
Of Karori, formerly of Timaru, aged 81. Passed away peacefully at home 23 February 2023. Dearly loved partner of Lois Walker. Father of Andrew, Matthew, and Simon Pickering. Grandfather of Austin, Louis, Arlo, and Asher. Messages to the family may be left in David’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz.... Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend David’s funeral at St Ninian’s Centre, Karori Road, Karori, Wellington, on Saturday 4 March 2023 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation.
MARTIN, Rosemary Victoria (nee Maule)
On 25th February 2023, peacefully in the presence of her family, at Malvina Major Hospital, in her 89th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Donald Simpson and the late John Martin. Dearly loved and adored mother and mother-in-law of Fraser; Christine and Kevin; and Sarah and Christopher. Cherished Nana Rosie of Chloe and Harrison. Loved sister of Alastair (dec), Heather (dec), Fiona and Hamish. Much loved by Trina, Richard, Meredith, James and Jono. Special thanks to Dr Linda Mellor, Dr Shane Dunphy and the staff at Malvina hospital for their loving care of Rosemary. In lieu of flowers, donations to Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated and may be made online at www.wfa.org.nz... Messages for Rosemary’s family may be left in her online tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or may be posted c/-4 Moorefield Rd, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037. A Funeral Service to celebrate Rosemary’s life will be held at the Khandallah Presbyterian Church, 33 Ganges Rd, Khandallah, at 11am on Monday 6th March 2023 and followed by private cremation.
BELSHAW, Sheila Margaret
25 February 1925 —
14 February 2023
Passed away peacefully at Radius Hampton Court, aged 97. Loved wife of the late Thomas Belshaw. Deeply loved mother and mother-in-law of David Hall (deceased), Anthony and Soo Hall. Grandmother of Sarah and Tim Savage, Adam and Cleo Hall. Great-grandmother of Bethany and Toby Hall, Jack and Ted Savage. A special thanks to all the staff at Radius Hampton Court for your love and care of Sheila. A service for Sheila will be held at the Waiapu Cathedral, 28 Browning Street, Napier, on Saturday 4th March 2023 at 10am followed by burial at Western Hills cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cyclone Gabrielle relief fund at www.civildefence.govt.nz.... Messages to the Hall family can be sent c/o PO Box 8424, Havelock North 4157.
RUSSELL, Prudence Dorothy (Prue)
Formerly of Taihape and Rongotea. Passed away peacefully at Woodlands of Feilding on Sunday 26 February 2023, in her 99th year. Cherished wife of the late David. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Roz (deceased), Philippa and Helen, Nicki and Murray, Andy and Barbara. Much loved Granny Prue of Hamish, and Rebecca; Samuel, Thomas, and Amelia; Tim, Jason, and Caitlin; Scott, Peter, and Katie. Special Granny to
her 14-and-a-half great-grandchildren. Treasured sister of Philson. Messages for Prue’s family can be left via www.beauchamp.co.nz.... A service for Prue will be held in the St Simon and St Jude Anglican Church, Ouse Street, Rongotea, on Monday 6 March 2023, at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation.
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BRITT, Neville Charles
Passed away peacefully at St Albans Retirement Village, on Saturday, February 25, 2023, aged 95 years. Cherished and devoted husband of the late Ethel Britt. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Terry and Owen, Vicki and Dave, Greg and Sue, Andrew and Shelley, and their families. Special thanks to the staff at St Albans Retirement Village for their outstanding care. Messages to Britt family, C/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. In accordance with Neville’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place. A celebration of Neville’s life will be held at the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at 10.00am.
SCHAARE, Maxine Grace
Passed away 21st February 2023. Dearly loved third daughter of the late Jean and Norm Schaare, and loved sister of Jennifer, John (deceased), April, and Robert. Mother of 3 and grandmother of 5. A private cremation has been held. A Memorial Service to celebrate Maxine’s life will be held at Waihi RSA, on Thursday 9th March, at 2.00pm.
STEWART, Josephine (Jo)
Passed peacefully on 21st February 2023, aged 77 years. Loved wife of Gary. A memorial service to farewell and remember Jo will be held at 2.00pm, on Monday 13th March, at Legacy Funerals Tauranga, 383 Pyes Pa Road, Tauranga. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Waipuna Hospice via https
CROW, Graeme Bryce
Passed away on 28th February 2023, aged 77 years. Loved husband of Diane. Cherished father of Renee and Brett, Danelle and Richard. Adored grandad of Courtney, Cullen, Mia and Fletcher. As per Graeme’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place.
Te Awamutu Funeral Services, FDANZ.
MEEK, Robert Edward
On 27 February 2023, aged 81 years. Special thank you to the Team at Roselea Care Home for their love and care of Robert.
He will be sadly missed.
Correspondence C/- PO Box 439, Hamilton 3240.
DOWELL, Jason Frederick
On Thursday, February 23, 2023 at St Helier, Jersey, aged 51. Loved father of Keri, Neave, Liam and Eryn, and partner of Sian. Loved son of Mary and the late Ray, and brother of Jeff. A big presence and friend to many. Memorial Service to be held at a later date.
MORRIS, John Lionel
Passed away peacefully at Charles Upham Retirement Village, on Sunday, February 26, 2023, aged 80 years. Adored father and father-in-law of Tim and Gendie, and Ed and Mona. Loved grandfather of Oliver, Sam and Ida. Loved brother of Rodney and Janet, Lyndon and Barbara, Marion and Peter, and Glenda and Arch. A service to celebrate John’s life will be held at Northbrook Chapel and Rossburn Reception, Spark Lane, Rangiora, on Thursday, March 2, at 1.00pm. Messages to John’s family C/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7400.
WARNER, Rosanne (Roz)
Peacefully at home on February 7, 2023, aged 76 years, surrounded by family and close friends. A superb cook, Roz did things her way with great style and aplombto the end. Roz may be gone but her brilliant one liners and life stories will be remembered with love and laughter. A private cremation and celebration of her life has taken place. Messages to 7 McCallum Street, Springlands, Blenheim 7201.
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