Death Notices

A place to remember and celebrate the lives of those no longer with us

Recent Notices in New Zealand

Death

BELL, Ernest Charles (Ernie)

Peacefully on February 25, 2023, at the Otago Community Hospice, with family by his side; aged 74 years. Dearly loved husband of Lorraine, and the late Carol, much loved Dad and father-in-law of Larry and Rachel, Sally and Chris, Emma and Garry, Charlotte, John and Vanessa, and Dallas, step-father of Debiree and Glenn, Candace and James, and Tim, cherished Grandad of Eden; Ben, Devon, Thomas, Duncan, Simon, Lewis, Leela, Alessio, Tristan, Adele, Rosie, and Paige. Loved son of the late Frank and Joyce, loved brother on Bill, Sonny, Peter, Eileen, Ding, and Lance, and their families. Special thanks to the Otago Community Hospice, St John Ambulance, the District Nurses, Dr Fagen and the Oncology Team, and Dr Sonya Peters, for their love and care. A celebration of Ernie’s life will be held in Hope and Sons Chapel, 523 Andersons Bay Road, at 10.00am on Thursday, March 2, followed by private burial. In lieu of flowers donations to the Otago Community Hospice or St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 91 Cavell Street, Tainui, Dunedin 9013.

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BLACK, Heather Dawn

Peacefully passed away, surrounded by her family at Gore Hospital, on Saturday, February 25, 2023. Dearly loved wife of the late Ron for 53 years. Loving mum of Wendy and Gary Weir (Gore), Grant and Tanya (Auckland), Nathan and Sandi (Australia), much loved nana of Nicole and Nathan, Mitchell and Zara; Maddi, and Sophia; and Alyssia, and great-grandmother to baby Freddie. A loved sister and sister-in-law, and auntie of all her nieces and nephews. At Heather’s request, at private cremation will be held. Messages to 32 Huron Street, Gore 9710.

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SCOTT, Keith Andrew

Loved son of Joan and Ross (dec). Passed away on February 22, 2023. Loved brother of Malcolm (dec) and Paul. Dearly loved father of Jessica, also loved dad to Jamie and Lianna, and Grandad Keith to all his grandkids. At Keith’s request, a private cremation has taken place.

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MACE, John Frederick

27.10.1959 — 18.02.2023
Dearly loved son of Len and the late Mavis Mace. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Jenny and Garth, Geoff, Leo and Anna, Gordon and Carolin, Brien and Janine. Loved uncle and great-uncle of his nieces and nephews. John passed away peacefully after a battle with cancer. Reunited with his much loved Mum. In accordance with John’s wishes a private family farewell has been held.

Death

SLOWEY, Ellen Frances

Passed away on 7th February 2023. Dearly loved youngest daughter of Felix and Mollie (dec) and loved sister of Mary and Teresa (dec). Many thanks to the hospital staff of Malvina Major Retirement Village for their care of Ellen during the last weeks of her life. A private service has been held.
Lychgate Funerals
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TILLMAN, Ross Nelson

On February 14, 2023, passed away peacefully at Parklands Hospital, in his 88th year. Dearly loved husband of Pat, much loved father and father-in-law of David and Lynette, Graeme and Katrina, Susanne and Tony, and Sally, loved granddad of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A private family service has been held. The Memorial Service for Ross will be held in The Russley Golf Club, 428 Memorial Avenue, Burnside, on Friday, March 17, at 2.00pm.

Death

WINDERS, Kevin John (Johnny)

Passed away peacefully at Waikato Hospital on Sunday, January 8, 2023. Aged 57 years. Loved father of Gemma Fraser. Very much loved son of Shirley and the late Bede. Awesome brother and brother-in-law of Martin, Jan and Geoff, Denise and Roger, Tony and Jodie, Sue and Dick, and Brendan and Laura. Loved and respected uncle to all his nephews and nieces. A memorial service for John will be held on Saturday, March 4, at 11.00am, at St Thomas’s Catholic Church, Winton. Family and friends welcome.

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BULLIFF, Christine Moana(nee Banks)

Peacefully at Maryann Rest Home on Friday, 17 February 2023, aged 90. Loved wife of Robert. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Robyn (dec), Greg & Jude Keegan, and Michell & Tim Pease. Loved daughter of the late Harry & Cleo. Loved sister & sister-in-law of Clive (dec), Rex & Annie, and Nick & Lindsay. Loved Nana and Aunt of all her many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A private family celebration of Christine’s life has been held.

Death

WING, Barry Errol

28.01.1941 — 19.02.2023

Aged 82. Dearly beloved husband and soulmate of Lynn for 60 years. Loved Dad of Helen (Kerikeri), father and father-in-law of Kevin and Lynette (Morrinsville). Beloved Pop of his four grandsons, Mark, Brett (Kerikeri), Jayden and Ethan (Morrinsville). Born and bred a Kiwi, you were a proud family man who lived his life with strong values, dignity and integrity. As per Barry’s wishes a private cremation has taken place. A celebration of Barry’s life will take place at a date to be arranged.

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CUTTANCE, Stephen Joseph

Passed peacefully on February 20, 2023, at Hawthone Rest Home, Christchurch. Loved son of the late Joy and Joe; brother of Christine (dec), Paul, Martin and Joanne (dec). Messages may be addressed to the family of the late Stephen Cuttance, c/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated for Stephen at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 70 Spencer Street, Addington, Christchurch, on Tuesday, February 28, at 10.30am.

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ROBSON, Ellen Clare (Clare)

Passed away peacefully at Burlington Care Centre on Sunday, February 19, 2023, aged 86 years. Loved only daughter of the late Nellie and Bill Robson. Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Melville (Mel) and Anne Robson. Much loved aunty and great-aunty of Paul and Cathryn, Thomas, Amy, Jack and Toby. The family would like to express their gratitude and appreciation for the loving and excellent care shown to Clare by the staff of Alpine View and Burlington Care Centre over the last ten years. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Clare Robson, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In accordance with Clare’s wishes, a private family cremation has been held.
Rest In Peace dear Clare.

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THOMSON, Shirley Ann

On February 16, 2023, aged 83 years, Shirley started her long journey, surrounded by her loving family. Devoted mother of Sharron (deceased), Carol, Mark and Jackie, and Leonie and Gordon. Much loved grandma of Thomas; Jamie, Andrea; Ryan, Shenae, Blake; and Maddison. Loved great-grandma to Ursula, Freya and Claire. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Shirley Thomson, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In accordance with Shirley’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.

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CLIFFORD, Charles Joseph

Of Christchurch, formerly of Wellington. On Monday, February 20, 2023, peacefully at Radius Hawthorne, Christchurch. Aged 86 years. Loved twin brother of Roger and brother-in-law of Joanna Clifford, and loved brother and brother-in-law of the late Elizabeth (Beep) and Godfrey Goodson. Loved uncle of Angela, Annabel, Catherine, and Charles, and great-uncle of Jock, Ruby, Matilda, Flynn, Oscar, Georgie, and Lily. Thanks to all at Radius Hawthorne for their loving care of Charles. In lieu of flowers, donations for Dementia Canterbury can be made online at www.dementiacanterbury.org.nz.... Messages for the Clifford Family may be sent c/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. Requiem Mass will be celebrated at Christ the King Catholic Church, 90 Greers Road, Burnside, Christchurch, at 11.00am on Friday, March 3, to be followed by interment at Belfast Cemetery.

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POPE, William Robert (Bill)

Passed away peacefully on January 23, 2023, at the age of 86, at the Royal Perth Hospital, Australia. Husband of Rosina (deceased), father of Steve (Cromwell), Peter (deceased), Judith (Australia), Peter, and Elwyn (Christchurch). Bill is survived by his brother Ernest. Bill was cremated in Perth, Australia and his ashes will be interred with his parents, Roy and Oleria (Paddy) Pope in Rakaia. Messages to Steve Pope, 33 Fenwick Crescent, Cromwell, 9310.

Death

SHANKLAND, Joanne Helen

On Wednesday February 15, 2023 in Melbourne, Jo passed away peacefully, surrounded by family. Jo was a much-loved mother of Rachel. Loved daughter of Jim and Gwitha (both deceased) and loved sister of Bryan and Irene Shankland, the late Murray, Julie Burgess and
the late Ray Ramsay, Pat
and Tana Rapana, Lesley and Tim Murdoch, Rosemary and Peter Hemara and Peter and Tania Shankland and the late Rowena.
Jo will be missed by us all
and the wider whanau.

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