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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GIBBONS, Patricia Frances

Born 22.2.1953
Died 9.6.2023
Our bright, vivacous, witty, social Mum Pat has passed away after a short battle with cancer. She was at home surrounded by family. She leaves behind a huge hole in the world of many. A maddening woman whom you couldn’t stay mad at. Mum to Nerissa, Leigh, Rhys and Caitlin. Nana to Alexander, Eli, Orla, Adam, Hope, Ella, Ash, Solomon, Edward and Annabelle. Great-Nana to Isla. A special thanks to all the staff at Masterton Hospital and the Kahukura team. Pat has been cremated and a party to celebrate her life will be held at a later date.

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ROUT, Richard Douglas (Dick)

Passed away at Redwood Lifestyle Care and Village, Blenheim, on Sunday, May 21, 2023. Aged 89 years. Loved and loving husband of Anne, proud and caring father of Nick and Sally, father-in-law of Miranda, grandfather of Miles, Maddie and Darcy, adoring brother of Jan. Tramper, Solicitor, Coroner, Home Brewer and Master of the inappropriate joke. A private funeral has been held. Thank you to the staff at Redwood for his care, and to Sowmans for their kind and professional help.

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COX, Roy Anthony

At home on 13th June 2023, aged 79. Now peacefully resting after his battle with cancer. Loved husband of Sue and father and mentor of Claire & Jim, and Ian & Kathryn. Cherished Poppa to Kelsey & Hemana Harrison, Saskia, Ison, Miki and Rory. Proud Great-Poppa to Tia and Makaia.
“You will remain in our hearts”
A celebration of Roy’s life will be held in the Hutt City for all out Hutt and Wellington Friends. Details will be advised later.

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CALLAHAN, Peter Alfred

QSM
On Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at home surrounded by family. In his 90th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Jocelyn, much loved father and father-in-law of Julie and Clive, Paula and David, Neil and Nicole, and Philip and Karen. Much loved grandfather of Georgia; Brogan, Erin, and Molly; Tyler, and Monica; Benjamin, and Fiona; and great-grandfather of Grayson. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Annette and Terry Sammons. Sincere thanks to Juliet from Hospice Marlborough and Dr Ian Henderson for their care. Messages may be sent to 1 Logan Place, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, a donation to St John Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or to a/c 12-3167-0165142-00 Ref. CALLAHAN. A funeral service for Peter will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim, at 10.30am on Saturday, June 17, 2023.

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DORBECKER, Yvonne (nee Kennedy)

After a long illness, Yvonne died peacefully at the Mary Potter Hospice, on 12 June 2023. Cherished wife and soulmate for 51 years of Klaus. Much loved sister of Sheila and Loraine, sister of late Pip, late Jerry and late Noel; Sister-in-law, aunt, great-aunt and friend to many. Klaus and relatives would like to thank the Mary Potter Hospice staff for their kindness and amazing, loving care of Yvonne. In accordance with Yvonne’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Donations in memory of Yvonne can be made to the Mary Potter Hospice at

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ACHTERBERG, Aloysius Gerardus (Aloys)

26.11.1934 — 11.6.2023
Peacefully at Montecillo Veterans Home and Hospital, Dunedin. Beloved husband of Margaret, loved and respected father and father-in-law of Mieka, Loe, Jacquelin, John, Christine, Stephen, Michael, Jani, Darryl, Andy, and Libby, much loved and cherished Opa to all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, beloved and respected friend to many. Special thanks to the staff of Montecillo for their care and support of Aloysius over the last few months.
R.I.P
Requiem Mass will be celebrated in St. Patrick’s Basilica, 40 Macandrew Road, South Dunedin, at 1.00pm TODAY, Friday, June 16, 2023, followed by private cremation.

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TRIPE, Beryl

On June 14, 2023, peacefully at her home in Koromiko with family at her side, aged 82 years. Much loved wife of Richard. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Jo and Geoff Harrison, Simon and Amanda. Treasured Grandmother of James and Sean; Nick and Jessica. Loved sister, sister-in-law and aunty of all her nieces and nephews. Messages to The family, 73 SH 1 Koromiko, RD3, Blenheim, or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz... In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Marlborough Hospice or the Marlborough Cancer Society would be appreciated and can be made at the service. A Funeral Service for Beryl will be held at the Springlands Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services, 15 Boyce Street, on Tuesday, June 20 at 2.00pm, followed by cremation. The service will be livestreamed and can be viewed on the Cloudy Bay Funeral Services website.

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PEARCE, Patricia Alice (Pat)

On June 12, 2023, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, in her 90th year. Dearly loved wife of Tom for 70 years. Much loved Mum, Nana, Great-Nana and Granna. Sincere thanks to the staff of Ward 4A, Christchurch Hospital for their kind and loving care of Pat. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be made online at stjohn.org.nz. Messages may be addressed to the The Family of the late Pat Pearce, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A private service will be held.

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McLEOD, Audrey Ruth (nee Mitchell)

Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 13th June 2023, aged 91. Loved wife of Norm and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Roger & Diane, Glennis, Geoff, Mark, Linda, Joanne and Sam. Loved Nana of Shelley, Nikki, Kylie and Dylan. Great-Grandmother of Rhian, Khloe, Jack and Fin. A Service for Audrey will be held at Simply Funerals Hamilton 388 Wairere Drive, Te Rapa, Tuesday, 20th June 2023 at 1.00pm. Livestream and Tributes go to www.simplycremations.co.nz...

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PEARSON, Philip Lawrence (Laurie)

Sadly passed away at Jean Sandel Retirement Village, on Wednesday 14th June 2023, aged 93. Loved husband for 68 years of Margaret, father and father-in-law to Philip and Narelle (Australia), Trevor (dec), Monica (New Plymouth) and Julie (New Plymouth). Loved grandfather of Dionne, Erin and Holly. All messages to ’The Pearson family’, c/- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth 4340, or online at wabraham.co.nz/notices In lieu of flowers, donations to North Taranaki SPCA would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service for Laurie will be held in The Chapel Of W. Abraham, 366 Devon St East, New Plymouth, on Saturday 17th June at 2.30pm.

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HULME, Peter Darnton

Passsed away peacefully on Saturday 10th June 2023. Aged 92 years. Most dearly loved husband of Shirley. Loved father of Stephen and father-in-law of Joanna, and cherished grandson Alexander. Special thanks to Dr Will Fullick and Monte Vista Residential Care, Taupo.
Taupo Funeral Services Ltd, Member of Funeral Director’s Assn. of NZ.

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WARD, Christopher William (Chris)

Passed away unexpectedly, with Pauline by his side, on Monday, June 12, 2023, aged 74 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Pauline for 40 years. Much loved father, father-in-law and Grandfather of Jacki and Mark and Kit; Geoff; Andrew and Kasey and Caleb, Elena and Jacob; Jo and Will and Esther. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Judith and Gene, Anthony*, Brian, Eleanor, Leonie and Terry, Shirley and Dave, Stan and Jeanette, Glennis, and Keith. Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Loved son-in-law of Noelene Jones. A Celebration of Chris’ life will be held on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, 1.00pm, at ILT Stadium Southland, Surrey St, Invercargill. Private cremation will follow. Messages to 105 Taiepa Road, Otatara, 9 RD Invercargill 9879 or to Chris’ tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where his livestream link is available.
(*denotes deceased)

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SEATTER, George Cyril

Peacefully on Tuesday 13th June 2023, in his 85th year. Much loved husband of Judy for 60 years. Loving father and father- in-law to Deb and Tony Mansill, Michael and Megan, Gail and Dave. Loved ‘George’ to his grandchildren, Cody, Kellie, Clare and Amy. A special thank you to the staff at Millvale House, Levin, for the care of George over the last few months. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to Alzheimers NZ and these may be left at the service. A service for George will be held at St John the Baptist Anglican Church, High Street, Dannevirke, on Monday 19th June at 1.30pm, followed by interment at the Mangatera Lawn Cemetery.

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ARMSTRONG, Robyn Estelle

Passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Bert. The best Mum to Alan, Steven, Kerry, and Kath. Loved mother-in-law to Christine, Julianne, and Eddie. Treasured G/Ma, Nana, and Great-Nana to 16 grandchildren. At Robyn’s request a private cremation will take place. If you wish to attend Robyn’s memorial service, which will take place at a later date, please contact Kath.

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RAVENSCROFT, Hilary Anne

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Hil. Hilary Anne Ravenscroft passed away Wednesday morning in the arms of close family. Loving mother of Jess and Tom, life partner to Darryl, Nonna to Toby and Lili, and friend to so many more. We would like to acknowledge and extend our deepest gratitude to all those that cared for Hilary and held her in their hearts at this time.
Hil, we miss you deeply.
We will gather to remember Hil at her home on Sunday, 11 Cholmondeley Lane, Governors Bay, at 2.00pm.

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