JOHNS, Rodger Clive
Passed on Sunday, February 19, 2023, aged 64 years. Dearly loved son of Gil and Nola (both deceased). Special brother and brother-in-law of Les and Lorna, Vicki, Janice (dec), Dennise and Neil, Ronald (dec), and Heather and Tim. Very much adored Funcle of all his nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews. Faaavourite god-father to Leanne (Australia). In Lieu of flowers donations to NZ Heart Foundation would be appreciated and can be left at the service. All messages to the Johns family, c/o- PO Box 4016 New Plymouth 4340, or online at wabraham.co.nz/notices A service for Rodger will be held in The Chapel Of W. Abraham, 366 Devon St East, New Plymouth on Friday, February 24 at 2.00pm.
GATES, Sandra Joye
Passed away peacefully at home; aged 59 years, surrounded by her loved
ones, after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. Much loved mum of Miriama. Loved daughter of Barrie Gates (Motueka) and the late Beverley Prasad (Picton). Beloved sister of Nicola, Kimberley, Janeen, and Aunt to Melanie, Ellen, Anabelle, Shannon and Kayley. Sister-in-law of James Fong (Carterton) and Wayne Wife (Blenheim). Special friend of/to many - you all know who you are. Special thanks to Rosalie and David, Rae, Kirsten and her pals at NZDEF. In lieu of flowers, donations to “Fensham Reserve” (text 021 060 4775 for details). A celebration of Sandra’s life will be held in Kingswood, Cnr King & Cairo Street, Upper Hutt on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation. Please dress in something bright. Messages may be sent to “the Gates family”, C/- PO Box 30 127, Lower Hutt 5040.
WILDBORE, Elizabeth Faber (Fay)
On February 19, 2023, peacefully at Lady Wigram hospital after a short illness, aged 82 years. Devoted wife of the late Cecil and mother of Jennifer (Kay), Ross and Andrew. Adored Nana to all her grandchildren. Eldest child of Lionel and Bess (both deceased), and sister to Estelle and Alan (both deceased). Cherished niece, cousin, sister-in-law and aunt. Respected mother-in-law. Valued colleague and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Faber Wildbore, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. Flowers respectfully declined. Private cremation
at Faber’s request. The Family wish to thank everyone who attended Faber’s 80th birthday in 2020, and cherish the happy memories it brought us all.
FREW, Mervyn Norman
It is with deep sadness Mervyn died tragically on Monday, Febuary 20, 2023, aged 78 years young. Deeply loved husband and best friend of Marie. Mervyn was the most devoted, charismatic, loyal Dad to Kris, Brett and Leticia, Dan and Steph. And the centre of his families world. Much loved and adored Pop to Asher, and Ryder; Luiza, and Emily; Charlee, Lexie, and Harriet. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Stewart Frew, Margaret Barron, John and Lynn Frew and the wider Russell family and all of Mervyn’s nieces and nephews. Mervyn will be deeply missed by his many friends. A great mate and genuine legend, taken too soon. A service to celebrate Mervyn’s life will be held at 1.30pm, Saturday, February 25 at J Fraser and Son’s Chapel corner of Esk and Doon Street, Invercargill. Followed by a private cremation. Messages to 247 Otapiri Gorge Road, RD 2, Winton 9782 or to his tribute page at
frasersfunerals/tributes
FOOT, Kevin James (Kev)
Passed away at Christchurch Hospital on Sunday, February 19, 2023, aged 42 years. Dearly loved son of Allie and the late Colin, loved Dad of Joshua and Thomas, loved brother of Andrew, Cam, and Malc, and a much loved grandson, uncle, nephew, and cousin. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Kev Foot, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In accordance with the family’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service to Celebrate Kev’s life will be held in the Christchurch Crematorium Chapel, 65 Vickery’s Road, Wigram, on Friday, February 24, at 2.00pm.
SKUDDER, Arthur Lawrence
Peacefully at Southland Hospital on Sunday, February 19, 2023, aged 57. Dearly loved husband of Kirsty. Much loved Dad of Ollie. Loved Son, Son-in-law, Brother, Brother-in-law, Uncle, Cousin, Friend and Colleague.
A life cut short much too soon.
A service to celebrate Arthur’s life will be held at 10.30am, on Friday, February 24, 2023, J Fraser and Sons Chapel, Corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill. Messages to c/- Skudder Family, PO Box 1380, Invercargill, or to Arthur’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
WALSH, Michael John (Mike, Walshy)
On February 18, 2023, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital with family at his side; aged 76 years. Much love husband of Sandra, much loved dad of Angelica, Sean and Penny, Sarah, Emma and Phil. Adored grandad of Hermione, and Willamina; Libby, and Molly-Mae; Neihana, Temuera, and Sadie; Alexander, Claire, and Lilliana; and great-grandad of Guinny. Messages to the Walsh family c/o P. O. Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A service to celebrate Walshy’s life will be held in the Academy Funeral Chapel, 65 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton, on Friday, February 24 at 2.00pm.
ROBERTS, Mary Imelda
Of Palmerston North. Passed
away peacefully at Palmerston North Hospital on 31st January 2023, aged 85 years. Mary will be dearly missed
but remembered with love by all those she surrounded herself with. A memorial service to celebrate Mary’s
life will be held at The Cathedral of the Holy Spirit on Broadway Avenue Tuesday 28th February at 1
CARRUTHERS, Margaret (née McLeod)
Died at Huntleigh Home on
13 February 2023, aged 83 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Walter (Jock) Carruthers. Grandmother of Stella and Haakon. Stepmother of Mark. Mother-in-law and friend of Shona and Jeremy. Loved sister of Agnes. Special aunt of John and family. Loved and missed by all her family and friends in New Zealand and Scotland. Messages may be left in Margaret’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted to c/- PO Box 7123, Wellington 6242. At Margaret’s request, a private cremation has been held.
SICH, John Anthony (Hodge)
Passed away peacefully with family at his side, on February 17, 2023, aged 92. A wonderful husband and friend to Mary for 67 years. Much loved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather to Julia (Tauranga), John and Laura (Sydney), Ian and Malene (Aarhus), Catherine and David Dewes (Hamilton), Alexandra and Peter Dewes (Hamilton), 14 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. A private cremation has been held. Messages may be sent to the Sich family, c/- Hope Family Funerals, 4 Keenan Road, RD 3, Tauranga 3173.
HENDRIKS, Johanna Maria Cornelia Agnes (nee Smolders)
Annie passed away peacefully on February 17, 2023, at the Nurse Maude Hospice, aged 85. A dearly loved wife of the late Klaas. A much loved mother and mother-in-law of Eddy and Janice, Michael and Simone and Robert. Loved granny Annie of Jacinta and David, Tayla and Rohan, Abigail, Maya and loved great-oma of Amelia. Messages c/- the Hendriks/Smolders family, to 78 Brisbane Street, Waltham, Christchurch 8023. A memorial service for Annie will be held at Dignity with Sincerity’s Funeral Centre, 78 Brisbane Street, Waltham on Thursday, February 23, at 11.00am.
TAUROA, Andrew Wai
After a long courageous battle, he passed away with family by his side on Friday 17 February 2023, in his 70th year. Loved husband of Wendy for 49 years. Loved dad of Marc and Darlene Ladbrook. Loved Poppa of Jordan, and Angel and friend of Joseph. A much loved son, son-in-law, brother, brother-in-law and uncle to all his whanau. In lieu of flowers family would appreciate any donations to the support our community for either Hospice Taranaki 15-3948-0365008-080 or Inglewood District Health Trust 15 3946 0357071 00 REF
NEELY, William James (Bill)
Passed away 15th February 2023. Loved dad of Paula, Brett and Linda. Special cherished friend of Jet. Poppa of Miceala and Elle and Great-Poppa of Senna and Shia. Will be sadly missed.
"The Matangi boy is finally
at peace"
KOVACS, Susan Elizabeth
Died peacefully 16 February 2023 at Wellington Hospital, aged 90 years. Loved wife of the late Joe. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Stefan and Caryn. Adored Nana to Jack and Ella and Auntie to Liane and Vanessa. In accordance with Sue’s wishes a private family service will be held, with a celebration of her life to be held at Wilton Bowling Club on a date to be advised. In lieu of flowers, donations to Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated. Messages for the family can be sent care of Lychgate Funerals, 306 Willis Street, Aro Valley, Wellington 6011.
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NICHOLSON, Malcolm Leo (Leo)
On Saturday 18th February 2023 peacefully at Palmerston North Hospital. Aged 76. Dearly loved husband of Pauline. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Fay and Brendan Drysdale, Brett and Adrianne, Caryn and Alan Broad. Treasured Pop/Poppy of Jessica; Ashley and Abraham, Amanda and Elijah, and Hayden and Rebekah; Jodie, and Bailey, and Great Grandpop of Marcus, and Jasmine. Favourite son-in-law to Ada Pike. Dearly loved by his brothers, sister, brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws and their families. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to St. John. Messages for the Nicholson family, c/- PO Box 5191, Palmerston North 4441. A service for Leo will be held in the Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Thursday 23rd February 2023, at 10.30am. Followed by interment at the Kelvin Grove Cemetery.
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