Death Notices

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Recent Notices in New Zealand

Death

PRENDERGAST, Peter James

On February 21, 2023, at
St Helena’s Rest Home, Christchurch, aged 76 years. Son of the late James (Jimmy) and Margaret, brother of Maureen, and Irene, father of Mandy. Dear friend of Liz Cassidy and family. An Uncle and Grandfather. Messages
to the Prendergast family,
PO Box 472 Ashburton. A Memorial service for Peter
will be held in Our Chapel,
cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Saturday, February 25, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by an interment of ashes at Ashburton Cemetery. For anyone wishing to view the service online go to www.patersonsfuneralservices.co.nz... ‘Funeral Notices’ and click on Peter’s notice for the link.

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NIELSEN, Harold Samuel

On Thursday February 16th 2023, Harold Samuel Nielsen, Horsham Downs, passed peacefully at his home surrounded by family. He was 94. Beloved husband to Isobel, father to John, Alan and Jin Ling, Susan and Tony, Grandpa to Isabella, Hunter, Linda, Amy and Courtney. Harold was an original Farming Pioneer who loved his bowls and inventions in his shed. A service for Harold will be held on Wednesday 22 February 2023 at 2.00pm at White Rose Chapel, 75 Cook Street, Hamilton. Parking available at rear of building.

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MILLWARD, Frank

On Thursday, February 16, 2023, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital after a brief illness, surrounded by his loved ones; aged 77 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Betty, much loved father and father-in-law of the late Carole, the late Didey, Rodger and Megan, Jodie and Al, Tracy and Dean, and Robyn, loved grandad and great-grandad of all his grandchildren, loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Messages to the Millward family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A Celebration of Frank’s life will be held in the Harewood Crematorium Chapel, Wilkinsons Rd (via Gardiners Road), on Wednesday, February 22, at 1.30pm.

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TOKO, Kevin Desmond

Passed away peacefully at Waikato Hospital on Thursday 16 February 2023, aged 54 years. Much loved and loving husband of Claire for 34 years. Loved son of the late Mike and Lil Bowater. Cherished and respected brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to his 12 siblings and their families. Kevin will be missed by his large group of friends and church community. A celebration of Kevin’s life will be held at Activate Church, North Campus, 79 North City Road, Hamilton, on Tuesday 21 February at 2.00pm.

Death

MACKAY, Paul John (Mac)

Passed peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital on Monday 13th of February 2023, just 2 hours short of his 76th birthday. Loved Son of the Ngaere & Ian. Cherished Brother of the late Dale, and David Eynon, Jan & Phillip Ratihi. Loved father figure of Claire and Tony Edgcombe. Adored Uncle of his nephews and nieces. A private service will be held on Tuesday 21st February, followed by a private cremation.

Death

COOKSON, Will Hardy

Treasured son, brother, and friend.
Forever in our hearts,
forever in our mountains.
A farewell for Will is being held at the family farm, Hororata, on Monday, February 20 at 1.00pm. Messages to the Cookson family, c/- P.O. Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443.

Death

HARRINGTON, Maree

Peacefully at the Observatory Village, Oamaru on Thursday, February 16, 2023, aged 67 years. Dearly loved wife of Alistair. Loved mum and mother-in-law of Fiona and Kevin Hurst, Kelly MacKenzie, Robyn and Hayden Williams, and loved step mother of Ross and Louise Harrington, David and Coby Harrington. Loved grandma Re of her 8 grandchildren. Loved sister and sister-in-law of the Paterson and Harrington families. A graveside service for Maree will be held at the Waikaka Cemetery on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at 1.30pm.

Death

THOMAS, David Royce

Passed away with family at his side after a long and courageous battle that he fought to the end, on Thursday, February 16, 2023, aged 75 years. Adored husband of Gail, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Dan, Kyle and Rochelle, Nathan and Ana, Katrina and Howard Jessop. Loved Grandad of Harry, Jack; Ashton, Addy, James, Monique; Caleb, Tegan and Justin. Loved son of the late George and Mary, loved brother of Daphne, Heather, Rosemary, Julie and the late Carol. Messages can be sent c/- The Thomas Family, 164 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson 7011 or left online at www.shoneandshirley.com....
“Life is not a destination,
it’s a journey.”
A funeral will be held at the Shone and Shirley Chapel, 164 Tahunanui Drive, Tahunanui at 10.00am on Tuesday, February 21, 2023.

Death

GUTSCHLAG, Shane Patrick

26.11.1966 — 08.02.2023
Shane passed away peacefully at the St Andrew’s Hospital Brisbane aged 56, with his loving mother and loved wife at his side. Eldest and loved son of Trish and the late Stewart Gutschlag (Gore). Loved brother and brother-in-law of Richard and Rachael Gutschlag (Gore), and Michele and Francis Bastiaansen (Alexandra). Much loved uncle, cousin, nephew and friend to many. Loved husband of Katrina Gutschlag and Step-Dad of Bri and Maddy, Gladstone Australia. A graveside service will be held Friday, February 24, at 1.00pm, Port Curtis Cemetery, Gladstone, Australia. A delayed video coverage of the service will be available through a link on gladstonevalleyfunerals.com.au. A service to celebrate Shane’s life will be held in Gore NZ at a later date.

Death

ARMSTRONG, Barbara Dorothy

On 16th February 2023 at Masterton. Aged 69 years. Much loved partner and special friend of Campbell Speedy. Very special mother of William (Havelock North), Simon Mitchell (Te Anau) and Louise Toki (Palmerston North). Wonderful gran or grandma of Khairan, Neihana, Isaac, Brennah, Harvey, Quinn and Hazel. Sister of David, Bill, Pete, Bruce, Margaret and Morris. Messages to C. Speedy, 8 Shooting Butts Rd, RD 4, Martinborough 5784. A service to celebrate Barbara’s life will be held at Waihinga Centre, Martinborough Town Hall, 8 Texas Street, Martinborough, on Monday 20th February at 1.00pm, followed by private cremation.

Death

BAIN, Lesley Anne

Peacefully at Timaru Hospital, on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, aged 84 years. Loved partner and best mate of Dave. Loved mum of Tuni, Jo and Spongy, Jennifer and the late Ronnie, Kerry, John and Melissa, Ricky, Jason and Nicky, Rob and Sam, and Angela. Nana of Philip, JJ and Ari, Zania, Tasha, Hayden, Mark and Mel, Breanna and Nathan, Cameron, Liam, Murray, Brenden, Lisa, and Katie. Gran of James, Jahri, Bodhi, Keely, Amelia, Nixon, Chevy, Mackai, Mady, Kash, Lucus, Jacob, Caiden, Lockie, Tessa, Catlyn, and Tua of Tumatauenga. Also a friend of Davina, Burnetta and families. A service for Lesley will be held at Betts Funeral Services, 33 North Street, on Wednesday, February 22 at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation. Messages to the Bain family, c/- PO Box 772, Timaru 7940.

Death

ERAMIHA, Mark Kiri

Passed away on Thursday, February 16, 2023; aged 65 years. The Best father and father-in-law of Shinee Young and Brandon, and Campbell Ward, loving Grandfather of Jax, Zoe, Ryland, Jordan, and Eviana. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Steve, Hana, Pouri and Gary, Vincent and Heather, loved uncle to his many nieces and nephews. Mark’s family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Bupa Longwood for the care shown to Mark. A service to celebrate Mark’s life will be held at 110 Palmerston Street, Riverton, on Sunday, February 19, at 11.00am. Messages to 35 Milton Street Riverton 9822.

Death

MICCIO, Raffaele

Passed away peacefully in Nelson, with Cristina by his side, on February 14, 2023, aged 83 years. Loving husband of Cristina. Beloved father of Francis, Angela, and Aldo; father in-law of Kim, and Anthony. Cherished Nonno to Janna, Cataldo, Raffaella, Francesco, Lewis, Claudia, and Isabella. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Raffaele at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Manuka Street, Nelson, on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at 1.00pm. A Rosary will be recited at St Mary’s Wednesday, February 22, at 7.00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Alzheimer’s Association Nelson would be gratefully received and can be made at the service.

Death

MUNDELL, Esme (formerly Alston)

Esme passed away peacefully on Thursday, 16th February 2023 at Chalmers Rest Home, surrounded by those who loved and cared for her, aged 97 years. Loved wife of the late Ron Mundell and formerly the late Norman Alston; treasured mother of Maggie, Suzee and Jane, mother-in-law of Paul and Eddie; grandmother of Emerald, Tahra, Jeremy and Skye, David and Kate, Patrick and Val, and Myra; great-grandmother to Finn, Molly, Tova, Hollie, Sonny and Beau. Special thanks go to Chalmers Rest Home for going the extra mile for Esme. All messages to S Freeman, 49 Jans Tce, Oakura, Taranaki. A service for Esme will be held at St James Presbyterian Church, Lawry Street, Moturoa on Tuesday, 21st February 2023 at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation.

Death

ROBERTS, Rhys Emlyn

Of Porirua and Te Horo Beach. Passed away peacefully in the presence of family at Wellington Hospital on February 16th, at age 46. Loved son of Verna and Noel (deceased), brother of Vaughn, Gareth, brother-in-law of Weiling, uncle of Jarrod and Alicia. In lieu of flowers please kindly donate to the Cancer Society. A funeral service will be held in Gee and Hickton’s Guardian Chapel, Auty Lane Porirua on Friday the 24th of February at 11.00am.
Gee & Hickton - Porirua
www.geeandhickton.co.nz...
Tel. (04) 237 5332 FDANZ

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