ROSS, Howard Roy
(Formerly of Auckland). Passed away peacefully on Friday, February 17, 2023 after a battle with cancer, aged 71 years. Loved son of Trevor (deceased) and Evelyn (deceased), brother of Rosemary and brother-in-law of Stephen. Uncle of Tarsh and Sam. Dear friend of Lyn and a friend to many. A private cremation has been held. Messages may be addressed to the Ross Family, C/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013.
MITCHELL, Vera May (nee Thompsett)
Aged 97 years, died peacefully in her sleep at Summerset Rototuna, Hamilton, on February 18, 2023. Dearly loved wife of the late Robert (Bob), much loved mother and mother-in-law of Jill & Rob (Hamilton), John & Diana (Paraparaumu), Robert & Bronwyn (Auckland). Much loved nana of Paul, Richard & Mingli, Stephen & Megan, Dave & Liz, Sarah & Andrew, Anthony & Lizzy, Fiona & Matt and Darren & Harriet, and great-grandmother of Kaitlin, Zoe, Flynn, Jack, Angus, Hugo, Rupert, Chloe, Luke, Emily & Evie. Messages of condolences can be addressed to 416 Telephone Rd, Puketaha, RD 1, Hamilton 3281. A private service has been held.
ROWLAND, Clyde Raymond
Of Longburn. Died peacefully at home on Monday 20 February 2023. Loved husband of Janet. Loved and adored Dad of Clair (Wellington), and Helen and Brent Thompson (Whitby). Treasured Grandad of Layla. Loved brother of Coralie and Kevin Francis, and Averill and Les Walbridge. Much loved by his extended family and friends. At Clyde’s request, a family service has been held. Message to the Rowland family C/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.
COGLE, Louise Ann (nan nan)
On February 21, 2023, peacefully, at Cashmere
View, in her 90th year. Dearly loved and treasured wife
of the late Maurice (Mo). Dearly loved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunty. The family acknowledge the wonderful love and care shown to Louise, by the staff and carers at Cashmere View. Messages to the family of the late Louise Cogle, c/- PO Box 26112, Christchurch 8148. At Louise’s request, a private cremation has been held.
PAGE, Roland (aka Rex)
26.08.1933 — 19.02.2023
Rex passed away peacefully at Nelson Hospital after a short illness with family at his side. Dearly loved husband of Lesley, loving father and father-in-law to John (dec), Julie and Tony, Sharon and Brent. Cherished Grandad to Taryn, Morgan, Kymberley, Sinead, Kyle and Caleb. Treasured Great-Grandad to Tully, Isla, Joshua, Mason and Ashton. Loved brother and uncle. To honour Rex’s wishes a private cremation has been held. A memorial service will be held for Rex on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 1.30pm, at Rototai Cemetery, Takaka. Messages to
KNIGHT, Carole Ann
Peacefully at Te Hopai Home & Hospital on 21st February 2023, aged 87 years. Loved and cherished by all her
family she was kind, witty, adventurous and fiercely independent. Special thanks to the staff of Te Hopai Home for their wonderful care of Carole over the last four years. Messages and tributes for Carole’s family can be left in her tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz.... At Carole’s request a private cremation has been held.
CRACKNELL, Rosina Elvira (Rose)
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, aged 82 years. Loving wife of Alan for 63 years. Cherished Mum and mother-in-law of Annette and David, Peter and Mary. Loved Granny of Josh, Ryan, Sarah, Shane and Kersti. Loved sister of Erin, Kathy, Mary, David and their families. A funeral for Rose will be held at the Harewood Crematorium Chapel, entry via Gardiners and Wilkinsons Rds, Harewood, on Monday, February 27 at 10.30am.
DORGAN, Annette Jessie
Passed away peacefully at The Croft on Saturday, February 18, 2023, surrounded by family. A cherished mother, sister, auntie, grandmother and friend who will be missed by all.
“Although your hair no longer blows in the wind, we will not forget the tenderness that laid within.
As you now chase the shooting star, just remember we will not be afar. Our past kin will be waiting for you, we are sure you will join them with their perfect view.”
A private service has been held. Messages to
COGLE, Louise Ann
On Tuesday February 21, 2023, aged 89 years, at her resthome in Christchurch. Dearly loved and treasured Mum, Nannan and Great Nannan to Cheryl and Tony (Oxford), Aliece, Lauren and Brett, Dom, Skyla, Declan, Aliyanah and the late wee Hunter.
We will forever carry you
in our hearts.
CALDERWOOD, Elaine Margaret
On February 21, 2023, peacefully at Summerset at Avonhead. Dearest wife of the late Ross, much loved mother of Amanda, Findlay, Hamish and Campbell, greatly loved grandmother of Alex, Kate, Morwenna, Ruairidh, Lachlann, Arabella, Fergus, Keeley and Beau, treasured sister of Adrienne. In accordance with Elaine’s wishes a private cremation has been held.
CRABBE, Thomas Murray
On February 16, 2023, passed away peacefully at Addington Gardens, in his 102nd year. Much loved husband of the late Ngaire, treasured father and father-in-law of Estelle and Maurice (Christchurch), Peter and Susie (Sydney), and Jill (Dunedin), loved pa to Whenua, Bede, and Ya’nan; Simon, and Malinda; Henry, Eliza and Lucy, adored great-grand pa of Zachary, James, Sophie, Mia, Fraser and Holly, much loved brother and brother-in-law of Alice (dec) and Bill; Lynn and Heather (dec); Mavis and Jim (dec), and Graeme and Eileen (dec). Uncle Murray’s many nieces and nephews will have very happy memories of time spent with him ‘on the farm’ in Cromwell…. He delighted in ‘playing tricks’ and ‘pulling legs’, as his grandchildren will also attest to. Special thanks to the nursing staff at Addington Gardens, your care and attention was always appreciated. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Murray Crabbe, c/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. In accordance with Murray’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place.
“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed, forever dear.”
EDMUNDS, Alan Robert (Dr)
OBE
Passed away on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at Christchurch Hospital, just short of his 94th birthday. Dearly loved husband of Myrna for 70 years. Much loved Dad and father-in-law of Bruce and Pauline, and the late Anne. Loved Pa of Sophie and Sean, and Sam and Erina, and Great-Pa of Ziggy. Alan will be sadly missed by his extended family. A special “Thank You” to Nurse Maude Palliative Team, and support workers for all their wonderful care of Alan. Messages to the Edmunds family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443.
“Rest in peace.
Alan was a much loved wonderful, caring,
and gentle man”
At Alan’s request a private family service has been held.
DONALD, Brendon Raymond
With great sadness we announce the loss of our dear father, Brendon Raymond Donald. Passed away peacefully Thursday 16 February 2023 at Palmerston North Hospital surrounded byhis family. Beloved husband of the late Margaret Joyce Donald. Dearly loved father to James & Maria, and Kelly & Dave. Adored Granddad of Holly, Charlotte, Sam, Lily and Jett. Big brother to Helen & Sefton (both dec), Alan & Bonnie, Heather & Alan, and Laurie & Veronica, along with being a dear and sincere friend to many others, especially Ross & June O’Reilly. A private service has been undertaken. Messages can be sent to the Donald family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.
PINNELL, Murry
On 20 February 2023, passed away with family present. Beloved husband of June for 66 years, and dearly loved father of Chris & Monique, Karen, Mike & Bernadette, Patrick & Colette, Daniel & Angeline. Proud grandad of Scott (dec.) Karl & Kayla, Andrew, Samantha & Mike, Joshua, Ella, Ryan, Laura, Quinn, Saige. Brother-in-law of Ben Brenton. Grateful thanks to Mary Potter Hospice for their extraordinary care of Murry and his family. A private family funeral has been held as Murry wished. Capt. USMC (Ret). Messages to the “Pinnell family” may be placed in Murry’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted C/- PO Box 723, Paraparaumu.
MILNE, Barbara Ann (formerly Ruff) (nee Lee)
Wife of the late Mervyn Milne and the late Des Ruff, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2023, aged 91 years. Beloved mother of Allan, Marjorie, Barry, David, Leanne and the late Ian. Mother-in-law of Don, Barbara and Stephen, also step-mother to Bruce, Pauline and Wendy. Loved Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Special thanks to the staff of both Woodcote and Essie Summers Rest Homes for their care of our Mum. In lieu of flowers, donations to the “Key” Outreach for Seniors, a ministry of Beckenham Baptist Church, would be appreciated. A Memorial Service for Barbara will be held on Monday, February 27, 2023 at 2.00pm, in the Beckenham Baptist Church Hall, 146 Colombo Street, Sydenham (carpark access also via 7a Percival Street).
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