LONG, Janette (nee Innes)
On 23rd February 2023, peacefully after a short illness, aged 74 years. Loved wife of Murray. Amazing mother and mother-in-law of Marissa & Brian Morris, Jason & Pip, Angie & Regan. Adored Nana of Emersyn & Lucky, Keegan, Robson, Edie, Willa & Arlo. Great-nana of the late Theo. Sister of Ian Innes. Loved by all her extended family and friends. A celebration of Janette’s life will be held at Zenders, 44 Hopkins Road, Newstead, Hamilton, on Friday 3rd March at 2.00pm. A private family cremation has been held.
WALTER, George Murray
Died 23 February 2023, suddenly at home, in his 89th year. Dearly loved husband of Lorraine for 60 years; loving father of Jacquelene (dec.), Catherine and Blair; Gramps of Georgia, Neive & Howard; father-in-law of Sarah and Rick; much loved brother of Irma and brother-in-law John. Following Murray’s wishes
a private cremation and gathering has been held.
Don’t just fly Murray,
soar high.
GRACEY, Peter James
Passed away 24th February 2023 at Star 4 Hospital, Levin; aged 83. Much loved husband of Alison. Proud father and father-in-law of Steve and Allison, Andy and Emma, Cam and Jo. Proud Grandad of Ben, Bec, Annabelle, Lizzie, Katie and Iona. A big thank you to the medical teams for the care and dedication they gave him. We will be celebrating Peter’s life on Friday 3rd March at 1.00pm at Harvey’s Chapel, 284 Oxford Street, Levin. No flowers, by request. Messages please to Gracey family, C/- 284 Oxford Street, Levin 5510. Livestream link available on request.
KING, Br Lawrence (Richard)
Baptised Richard, Br Lawrence, aged 79, died early on Ash Wednesday, 22nd February, after more than 62 years as a De La Salle Brother. He was the dearly loved son of Walter and Agnes King (both deceased). The Brothers would like to thank especially the staff of Cabrini Palliative Care, Noel Miller House (Mecwacare) and O’Brien House (VMHC) for their quality care of Lawrence during the last years of his life. Requiem mass for Br Lawrence will be celebrated in St Joseph’s Church, 47 Stanhope Street, Malvern, on Monday 6th March at 11.00am. A private interment will take place later in Sydney.Tobin Brothers Funerals
147-149 Park Road Cheltenham 3192
WICHT, Harry
Passed away peacefully at home, on Saturday, 25th February 2023. Aged 92. Loved husband for 62 years of the late Pauline. Loving father and father-in-law of Alan, Peter, Colin and Aynsley, Roy and Amy, and Ian. Loved grandfather of his grandchildren.
“He will be well missed”
A service to celebrate Harry’s life will be held in the Rosa Chapel, Tamihana Street, Matamata, on Friday, 3rd March at 11.00am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Cancer Society NZ online at www.cancer.org.nz... or may be left at the service. All communications to the Wicht family, c/- 6 Tamihana Street, Matamata.
WESCOTT, Peter Richard
Suddenly at home, after an illness on 25 February 2023. Beloved husband of Jill; father and father-in-law of Michelle and Gareth, Stephen and Andrea; grandad of Sophia and Isla, Levon and Vinnie; great-grandad of Lyra. In lieu of flowers, donations to Te Omanga Hospice would be appreciated. A service to celebrate his life will be held in the Stokes Valley Uniting Church, 346 Stokes Valley Road, Stokes Valley on Friday 3 March at 11.00am. Jill would like people who attend to wear bright clothing please.
TOMSETT, Frank
Passed away peacefully at home, with family on Saturday 25th February 2023. Dearly loved husband of Fay for 65 years. Loving Father of Norman, Lance, Darryl and Adrian. Respected Father-in-law and special Pop/Poppy of all his grandchildren. As per Frank’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Fay and the family invite those that would like, to join them
in a celebration of Frank’s
life on Saturday 4th March from 2.00pm – 4.00pm at
the Morrinsville RSA, 27 Studholme Street. All communications to the Tomsett family, C/- PO Box 358, Thames Street, Morrinsville 3300.
LUGTON, Shirley Anne (née Nash)
19 February 1948 —27 February 2023
Passed away peacefully after a short illness. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Simon & Jayne, and Claire. treasured Nana to Nate, Olive and Emily. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Waikato would be appreciated. A special thanks to the kind and caring staff at hospice. A service to celebrate Shirley’s life will be held in the Park Chapel of Hamilton Park Cemetery, Morrinsville Road, Newstead, on Thursday 2nd March 2023 at 10.30am. All correspondence to the ‘Lugton Family’, c/- 717 Grey Street, Claudelands, Hamilton 3216.
JANSEN, Joyce Harriet (nee De Cleene)
Passed away peacefully on Friday 24th February 2023. Aged 91 years. Dearly loved Mother of Ken (Deceased), Colin, Ivan, Peter John (Deceased), Andrew, Marianne, Max, and partners. Adored Granny and Great Granny. Sincere thanks to Lavender Blue and Cook Street Nursing Care Centre for their wonderful care of Joyce. Family and Friends are invited to a memorial service for Joyce which will be held at St Andrews Presbyterian Church, Turakina, on Friday 3rd March 2023 at 11.00am.
NZIFH
MEEHAN, Robin James
Slipped away peacefully at Waikato Hospital on Sunday, 26th February 2023. Aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of Glenise. Much loved father and father-in-law of Stuart & Bridget, and the late Gill. Cherished popa to Lloyd, Karl, Ava, Hamish and great-popa to Taine, Aubrey and Mabel, and fur baby Chaz.
‘A loving, kind gentleman,
will be sadly missed.’
A celebration of Robin’s life will be held at St Andrews Anglican Church, Hamilton Road, Cambridge, on Thursday, 2nd March 2023 at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation. All communications to The Meehan Family, c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434.
WALKER, Gary James Dunbar
Suddenly at his home. Dearest friend and husband of Aileen. Loved father and father-in-law of Chris and Prue, Jeff and Wendy, and Dale. Loved Grandad of Sage, Lilly, Faith, and Natasha; Hamish and Hannah; and Jorhum. Loved great- grandfather of Ryker and Athena. A private cremation has been held. Messages to 733 Tweed Street, Invercargill 9812 or to Gary’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
THOMAS, Russell Douglas
02.09.1960 — 25.02.2023
With great sadness, we wish to advise that Russell passed away peacefully at home after a short illness, with Karen his dearly loved best friend, soulmate, and wife by his side. He was 62 years old. Loved Dad of Kurt, Matty, and Step-dad of Matthew. Loved son of Kathy* and Red* and favourite son-in-law of Pat and Colin Sinclair. Cherished younger brother and brother-in-law of Margie and Dave Stenton, David, Michael, Mark, Judi* and Tony Emmerson, Lindsay, Cindy and Peter Kennedy. Treasured brother-in-law of Chris and Louise Sinclair, and much loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A Bluffy admired and loved by so many.
“It is what it is”
A service to celebrate Russell’s life will be held on Friday, March 3, 2023, at the Invercargill Christian Centre, Leet Street, Invercargill, commencing at 1.00pm. Interment to follow at Greenpoint Cemetery. Messages to 252 Marine Parade, Bluff or can be left on Russell’s tribute page at www.distinctfunerals.co.nz...
(*denotes deceased)
MARTIN, Ivan (aka Hank)
15th July 1966 —
22nd February 2023
’Our Gentle Giant
– F# Teddy Bear’
Much loved son of Gordon and Joan. Loved bro to his siblings, forever loved old man to his hanklings, Poppa Hank to his granklings, uncle Hank to little teddy bear, rip, shit and bust, and great friend to many people far and wide. As promised we said goodbye over the weekend. In lieu of flowers we ask for you to plant something yourself.
WAFER, Sister Audrey RSMAudrey Madeleine
On February 26, 2023 at Nazareth House, Christchurch, supported by her Mercy community, family and staff. Dearly loved member of Nga Whaea Atawhai o Aotearoa Sisters of Mercy New Zealand in the 69th year of her religious profession, aged 88 years. Dearly loved daughter of Tessa and Paddy, much loved sister and sister-in-law of Maureen and Bill Kennedy, Patrick and Iris, Noel and Joyce, Teresa and Ray Phelan, John and Patricia, James, and Clare and Darcy Lucas (all deceased); much loved aunty of all her nieces and nephews. Special thanks to staff of Nazareth House and Mercy carers. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, on Thursday, March 2, at 1.30pm, followed by interment at Waimairi Cemetery, Grahams Road. Vigil prayers at Te Manawa Atawhai Catherine McAuley Centre, 21 Peer Street, on Wednesday, March 1, at 7.00pm. Livestream link
BORROWS, Chester (Kerry James)
After a courageous battle with cancer, Chester passed away at home on Monday 27th February 2023, aged 65 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Ella (nee Amosa). Much loved dad to Zac, Abi and Katy, their wonderful partners Kristina, Andrew and Corey and Pop to Jimmy, Benny and Jonah the best grandchildren in the world. Brother to Debbie and Michael Player (Papakwhai) and John and Jen Amosa (Wakefield). Uncle Ches to Mark and Jess Player, James and Kanitha Player, Julia and John Robinson, Tani, Riana and Isla Amosa. In lieu of flowers donations will be welcomed for Ozanam House, Palmerston North, or Te Rangimarie Hospice, New Plymouth and may be left at the service. Chester will be at St Mary’s Anglican Church Princes Street, Hawera for people to pay their respects between the hours of 1.00pm - 4.00pm, Tuesday 28th February and Wednesday 1st March 2023. A service of celebration for Chester’s life will be held at the TSB Hub, Camberwell Road, Hawera, on Thursday 2 March 2023,
at 1.00pm, with a private interment to follow.
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