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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WILSON, Cedric Shannon (Rick)

Passed away peacefully on 15th February surrounded by his family. He will be sadly missed by Tayla, Lucas, Brock, Frankie, Nikau and his beloved wife Sharon. Farewell to our true blue Aussie legend. We love you forever.
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PORTERFIELD, Marie Annette (nee Gamblin)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of our beloved Marie, who passed away at home on February 17, 2023, aged 70 years. Daughter of the late Vera and Bill, sister and sister-in-law of Myra and Richard, Patricia, Richard, John and Margaret, Judith, Gary (deceased), Heather, and the late Steven, Wayne, and Graham and a loved aunt to all her nieces and nephews. A special thank you to Marie’s caregiver Margaret Gempton (Our Angel). For those attending, a colourful flower to be placed on Marie’s casket would be appreciated. A Celebration of Marie’s life will be held at South West Baptist Church, 244 Lyttelton Street, Spreydon, on Friday, February 24, at 11.00am, with a private cremation to follow.

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WINDLE, Michael

(late of Auckland) Died at Woodlands Palmerston North on 17 February 2023. Father of Alan (Horseman’s Cafè, Shannon). Active uncle of Terry (deceased), Graeme and Brent McCarty (all of Auckland). Long time friend of Lorna King. At Michael’s request a cremation has taken place.

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MAHONEY, Ursula (née Dowdall)

Aged 93, died peacefully at Christchurch Hospital in the company of her family after a brief illness. Loved wife of the late John Richard, loved mother of the late Paul and Bede, loved mother and mother-in-law to Rosemary and Paul, Christine and Neil, John and Kiko. Beloved and precious Granny to her grandchildren Wendy, Jennifer, Sarah, David, Metua, David (DJ) and Cameron, and Nana to Lucy, Anna and Mouraad. Loved Great-Granny to the Alexander, Chapman, Assen, Lyons, Gallagher, Brooks and Comins children.
R.I.P.
Requiem Mass will be celebrated in Sacred Heart Catholic Church 70 Spencer Street Addington on Friday, February 24, at 11.00am, followed by private Cremation.
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HAM, Anthonius Leonardus Petrus (Ton)

Passed away peacefully at home on 17th February 2023. Dearly loved husband of the late Leonarda (Lea). Loved father of Paul, Henri and Anthony, and father in-law of Kathryn, Ilene and Rochelle. Cherished Opa to Monique, Beatrix and Isobel and great-Opa to Oskar and the late Emily. A vigil service will be held at 5.00pm on Thursday 24th February and a Requiem Mass at 1.00pm on Friday 25th February, both at Sacred Heart Church, 425 Heretaunga Street East, Hastings.

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REIHANA, Nita

Of Feilding. Sadly passed away on February 18, 2023. Loved daughter, mother, sister, partner, aunty and friend to many. A service for Nita will be held at Aorangi Marae, Waughs Road, Feilding, tomorrow, Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 11.00am.

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VERRAN, Daphne Alison

Passed away peacefully on Friday 17 February 2023, at Crofton Downs Care Home. Dearly loved wife of the late John Verran. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Mark and Diane, Max and Janice, Jan and Mike, Clare and Albie, Rhys and Kathy. Cherished grandmother of her 13 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank the staff of Harbourview Rest Home, Porirua and Crofton Downs Care Home for the wonderful care of Daphne and the support of her family, especially during the last week. A service to celebrate Daphne’s life will be held at the Whenua Tapu Crematorium Chapel, Airlie Road, Pukerua Bay, on Friday 24 February 2023, commencing at 1.00pm. All messages may be sent to “The Family of Daphne Verran” c/- PO Box 50347, Porirua 5240.

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ELLIOTT, Ann Veronica (nee Long)

Passed peacefully at home, on February 19, 2023 aged 84. Dearly loved wife of the late Frank. NZPO TSO and Welfare Officer. Beloved mother of David, Catharine and Mark and her ’Daughter of the Heart’ Leeanne. Loved sister, grandmother, aunt and friend. Private cremation has been arranged. An invitation only memorial in celebration of Ann’s life is planned for a later date.

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ZAGROBELNY, Edward

Of Wellington. Died 19th February 2023, aged 88. Born in Sarney Poland. A Child of the Paihiatua Polish Childrens Camp. Son of Stanislav and Yanina Zagrobelny. Husband to Moanaroa (deceased). Brother to Krysia Muru (deceased) & Danuta Bertos, brother-in-law to Taki Bertos, Uncle to Nina and Viky. Father to Ewa Zagrobelna & Krysia Zagrobelna (deceased), father-in-law to Greg, Mike, Sheldon, William. Grandfather to Kerimei, Kristy, Jessie. Great-Grandfather to Sienna, Rose, Hunter, Edward, Annaliese, and Faye. And much loved to many in the wider Family. Dad you didn’t accept the accolades in your lifetime for your achievements but you have been deservedly acknowledged and honoured in your Death.
Wieczne odpoczywanie racz Mu da´c Panie, a ´swiatlo´s´c wiekuista niechaj Mu ´swieci na wieki wieków.
Niech odpoczywa w pokoju.
Eternal rest grant unto him,
O Lord, and let perpetual
light shine upon him.
May he rest in peace.
Love you always Dad.
Your Daughter Ewa.

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KNIGHT, Jocelyn Fay

Passed away on February 9, 2023, at Ashwood Park Retirement Village, aged 71 years. Loved mother of Natasha and Paula, and recent grandmother of twins. Loved sister and sister-in-law. Special thanks to the caring staff at Ashwood Park. Messages to c/- PO Box 9, Blenheim 7240, or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz... A private cremation has taken place with a Memorial Service for Jocelyn to be held at a later date to be notified.

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McLAUCHLAN, Ian McKenzie

Due to the tragic flood in Napier. Dearly loved husband of the late Lucie. Loved father of Kirsten (dec), and Ryan (San Francisco). Cherished brother and brother-in-law of Mary (dec) and John, Murray and Christine, Susie and Colin (dec), and Graham (dec) and Vivie. A private cremation has taken place. Messages to the ‘McLauchlan Family’, c/- PO Box 7001, Taradale 4141.

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TULLETT, Euan Edwin

Of Newlands, Wellington. Peacefully at home on Tuesday 14 February 2023. Dearly loved son of the late John and Noeline Tullett, and dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Julie, Angela, Ralph, Gina, Zella-Marie and Luigi. Loved nephew of Gay, Ron, Ishbel and the late Joy, Betty, Ron, Anne, David, Mary, Ernie and David. Loved by his nieces Alessandra, Helena, Luisa and his cousins.
Forever in our hearts.
Special thanks to medical staff and emergency services. Donations in lieu of flowers to the Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at the Mass. A Requiem Mass to celebrate Euan’s life will be held in St Patrick’s Catholic Church, 3 Childers Terrace, Kilbirnie on Wednesday 1 March at 11.00am, followed by interment at Makara Cemetery. The Rosary will be prayed in the same Church on Tuesday 28 February at 7.00pm. Messages may be sent to "The Family of Euan Tullett", c/- PO Box 50347, Porirua 5240 or via email

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WARD, Ashley Gavin

Passed away with family by his side after a courageous battle on Saturday 18 February 2023 at Logan Hospital, Brisbane. Aged 69. Dearly loved son of Eva and Ken (deceased), much loved brother of Dallas and long time friend of Colleen and family. A valued member of the New Plymouth Hot Rod Club. A service will be held in Brisbane, Wednesday 22 February 2023 and a memorial in New Plymouth at a later date.

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DODDS, Margaret Helen

Born August 11, 1940, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 20, 2023. Loved wife of John, mother of Brian and Linda, grandmother to Patrick, Rosie, Ben and Sam. A small family service for Margaret will be held at Cedarwood, Waikanae Funeral Home, 17 Parata Street, Waikanae, on Friday, February 24 at 3.00pm. Messages to the Dodds family, c/- 11 Iti Grove, Waikanae. Donations to the Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.

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HALL, Susan Louise (nee Whale)

A celebration of Susan’s life will be held in the St Andrew’s College Memorial Chapel on Sunday, February 26, at 1.00pm. Susan passed on December 13, at Dianna Isaac Retirement Home, aged 72 years. Treasured and much loved wife of Bill, loving and devoted mother to Will, Sarah and Jenny. Mother-in-law to Sarah, Brett and Ross. Loved sister of Judith, Debbie-Lee, Gary and Lynette. Loved grandma to Freddie, Jed, Jack, Benjamin, Danielle, Isaac, Sophie and Emily. The family appreciated the exceptional care Susan received at Dianna Isaac Retirement Home. Susan is missed by her extended family and her many friends. In lieu of flowers donations to Dementia Canterbury would be appreciated.

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