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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THOMPSON, Johanna Josephina (Annie) (nee Doorne)

Passed away 14 February 2023, aged 76. Beloved wife of the late Steven. Treasured mum to Rachel, Dean and Nicole. Proud sister of the late Hank, Tony and John. Cherished Oma to Anthony and Olivia. Loved Auntie Annie, Mrs T and friend to many. A service for Annie will be held at 10.30am on Tuesday 21 February, in The North Harbour Chapel of Dil’s Funeral Services, 185 Schnapper Rock Rd, Albany.

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HARRE, Dr John Norman

(C.N.Z.M)
A Memorial Service for John will be held at 2.00pm on Sunday, February 26 at the Pt Chevalier Bowling Club, 25 Dignan Street, Pt Chevalier, Auckland.
State of Grace
0800 764 722

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EVANS, Juliette Sarah Margaret

It is with great sadness we announce the loss of Juliette. She passed away surrounded by her loving family on February 11, 2023. Beloved wife of Chris. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Melina and Callum, Karen and Rick, and Ben and Sam. Cherished grandma of Tane, Kahu, Michael, Emily, Quinton, Chrystal, Grace, Hayley, Leo, Mia, Charlie and one on the way. Loving daughter of the late Charles and Alwyn Stocker, and survived by her sister Lyndall Mason. A private service has been held and her family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to St George’s Cancer Institute (account number
06-0801-0643073-00).
We know that we can’t have you, but we’re happy knowing that the Angels have finally got you back. Goodbye to
a beautiful, kind, and wonderful woman.

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NEWSAM, Margaret Don

Granny Don, 98, died peacefully in her bed at Te Hopai Hospital, Wellington, on February 16, 2023. A very fine Mum to Garry, Rory and Rhona, she was an equally impressive "GD" to Angus, Patrick, Finn, Tara and Abby - along with Lan, Anna, Liz and Royce. Don was also a proud "Great GD" to Olive, Henry and Izzie. A huge thanks to all the Enliven, Waiapu and Te Hopai staff for their care and support in recent years. A private family cremation next week will be followed later this year by a celebration in Hawkes Bay of Don’s rich Northern Irish spirit. In lieu of flowers, donations to Te Hopai Hospital are welcomed.
Private Cremations Limited

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HARFORD, Micheal Wayne (Mike)

Passed suddenly on Wednesday 15th February 2023, aged
47 years. Dearly loved partner of Gabrielle. Loved Dad of Charlotte, Naomi, and Cooper. Loved son of Chris and the late Sue and brother of Mervyn, William, Gene (dec), and Carey (dec). Messages may be sent to ’The Harford Family’, c/- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth 4340, or online at wabraham.co.nz/notices A celebration of Mike’s life will be held in The Chapel Of W. Abraham, 366 Devon St East, New Plymouth on Tuesday 21st February at 10.30am.

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KITTELTY, Lorrie

On February 15, 2023, at Ashburton, aged 88 years. Dearly loved father of Mathew, Robert, Aaron, and Tainamate, and loved by all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Family and friends are welcome to view Lorrie at 48 Mackworth Street, Christchurch. A service for Lorrie will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 81 Ashgrove Terrace, Somerfield, Christchurch, on Tuesday February 21, commencing at 10.00am, followed by interment at the Ruru Lawn Cemetery.

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GIBLIN, Trudi Victoria (Gertrude) (nee Rushton)

Born 21 November 1930. Passed away on 17 February 2023, aged 92. Cherished wife and companion of Ian for 69 years; dearly loved mother of Brian (dec) and Eunice, Heather, Christine and Nick, Murray and Christine; adored grandmother of Philippa, Hayden, Cameron, Tessa and Anna; and great-grandmother of Jack, Luca and Cooper.
At home with the Lord.
A service for Trudi will be held at Milford Baptist Church, Dodson Ave, Milford, on Friday 24 February 2023 at 1.00pm.

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O’CONNELL, Kevin Thomas

After a huge battle, Kevin passed away peacefully, at Dunedin Hospital, on Friday, February 17, 2023, aged 63 years. Cherished husband and friend of the late Genny, dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Kathryn and Les, Brian and Barb, Red and Susan, the late Peter, Terry and Jules, Chris and Vikki, Teresa, Joe and Victoria, Damien and Kay, and a much loved colourful and entertaining Uncle of his nephews and nieces. Funeral to be held in Queenstown, details to follow.

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HISHON, Jocelyn Ann

Of Cromwell. Passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on February 17, 2023, aged 62. Dearly loved wife of Gerry. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Patrick; Nick and Nadine; William; Chris; Alice; and Gemma and Chris. Much loved Granny J to Joseph, Daniel, Naomi and Peter. A much loved sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend. Requiem mass will be celebrated for Jocelyn in St John the Baptist Catholic Church, 3 Killarney Street, Alexandra, at 11.00am, on Thursday, February 23, followed by interment in the Cromwell Cemetery. A family evening prayer will be held at 11 Scott Terrace, Cromwell, at 7.30pm, on Wednesday, February 22. In lieu of flowers, donations to Otago Community Hospice are welcome and may be left at the service. Messages to 11 Scott Terrace, Cromwell 9310.
“Rest in Peace”

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PRINCE, John Graham

MNZM
On February 14, 2023, John passed away peacefully after a short illness. He was the dearly loved husband of Sue, loved and respected father of Nick and Mel, and Jonathan, and adored Grandpa of Mikaela, Matthew and Henry. A private family farewell has been held, with a memorial service to be held at a later date to celebrate John’s life. Messages may be posted to - The Prince Family, C/- PO Box 200, Waipukurau 4242.
C.H.B. Funeral Services Ltd
FDANZ, Waipukurau

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FEVER, Fredrick Rex (Rex)

Passed on at Cashmere View Retirement Village Christchurch, on Thursday, February 16, 2023, aged 91 years. Loved husband of the late Betty, father and father-in-law of Suzanne and Mark, Ian, and Bruce and Nah.
“Fiordland will always be
close to his heart”.
Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Rex Fever, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In accordance with the family’s wishes, a private cremation will take place.

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RIMMER, Richard (Rick)

After a stoic 3 year battle with cancer, Rick is now at peace. He passed away at home on 16 February 2023. Loving son of Zita and Percy, brother of Jim (dec) and sister Lindy. Husband of Debby, father of Daniel and Evan, stepdad of Thomas, Rachel, Edward and Brit, and grandad of Alex. His full and rich life will be remembered with great admiration by his many friends and family. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Waipuna Hospice waipunahospice.org.nz/donate/. Thank you so much Anne, you are an angel. A service will be held at Elliotts Chapel, 414 Cameron Rd, Tauranga, on Monday 20 February at 2.00pm.

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VALENTINE, Trevor Archibald

Peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, aged 91 years. Loved and Loving father and father-in-law of Michael and Heather (Brisbane), Nigel (Brisbane), Jason (Brisbane). A Loved Grandad of Carl, Dale and Ashleigh, Melodie and Holly. An Adored GG of Skye and Hayden.
Will be sadly missed by all.

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JOHNSON, Judy

Passed away 16 February, 2023 at her home. Much loved wife of the late Frank, and dearly loved mum and granny of Deborah and Daniel who will both miss Judy enormously. In lieu of flowers donations to The Wellington Free Ambulance or Mary Potter Hospice would be welcomed. A service to celebrate the life of Judy will be held at St Aidan’s Anglican Church, 89 Miramar Ave, Miramar, Wellington on Thursday 23rd February at 2.00pm, thereafter private cremation.

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FRENCH, Annette Velma (Ann)

Your wisdom and your friendship will be sadly missed.

Love you, Dot.

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