HEWITT, Hamish James
Tragically passed away at Pourerere Beach on 11 February 2023, aged 61 years. Dearly loved husband of Debbie, treasured father of Harry, Jillea and Cilla, respected father-in-law of Joshua, and adored Papa Hom of Freya. Youngest son of the late Stan and June Hewitt, son-in-law of Brian and Clare Peacocke, and brother & brother-in-law of Louise Moorhead, Prue & John Martin, Jane & Rob Hunter, Phil & Margie Hewitt, Susie & Mike Chiera, Guy & Angela Hewitt. Wonderful uncle and friend to many.
“May He Rest in Peace”
A celebration of Hamish’s life will be held at CHB Municipal Theatre, Kenilworth Street, Waipawa, on Saturday 18 February at 11am followed by private burial. Messages may be sent to
GYDE, Sylvia Edith Newton
Passed away on February 14th at Tauranga Hospital. Dearly loved mum of Des and Yvonne. The very best nana of Helen and Dennis, Rosie and Wirimu and Richard and their children, Indie, Lexi and Ava and Zeph, Ollie and Matai.
MOREY, Dell
Passed away peacefully at home on Monday, 13th February 2023. Dearly beloved wife of 60 years to Peter. Very much loved by Craig and Angela, Kevin and Louise, Madeleine, Chanel, Jake and Flynn. A service to celebrate Dell’s life will be held in the Matamata Racing Club, Epsom Lounge, SH27 Matamata, at 2.00pm, on Saturday, 18th February 2023. All communications c/- the Morey family, to 6 Tamihana St, Matamata.
CLOSE, Martin James (Marty)
Peacefully passed away on February 13, 2023, at Christchurch Hospital with family by his side. Marty had a short but valiant battle with cancer. He was a much loved husband of Sharon. A cherished father and father-in-law of Ben and Rachel, and special grandad to Indiana-Rae. Loved son-in-law of Ted and Glenys Holmes. Messages to the Close family, c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. In lieu of flowers a donation to St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be made via the following link
NIMMO, Amy Tremaine
Passed away peacefully at her home in Nelson surrounded by her family on February 13, 2023, aged 87 years. Cherished wife of the late Alan. Dearly loved sister of Molly. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Diane and Keith, Wayne and Kay, Butch and Kwan, Janice and Rick. Beloved grandmother of Jodi, Jason, Mitchell, Natasha, Beau, Lucky, Pam, Jason, and Tania. Much loved sister-in-law of Ian, Valerie and the late Brian. Beloved aunt of Trish, Jackie, Trevor, Suzie, and Joanne Coleman; Mark, Andrew, Joanne Comeron and families. Much loved great-grandmother of all her great-grandchildren. A private family cremation will be held, followed by an open service at Richmond Cemetery, on Friday, February 17, 2023 at 2.00pm.
JENNER, William Robert (Bill)
On February 12, 2023, peacefully at George Manning Lifecare, aged 82 years. Devoted husband of Teresa, much loved father of Christopher, and Sophia (Zosia), loved grandad of Olivia. Special thanks to the staff of George Manning Lifecare and Christchurch Hospital for their care.
Rest in peace
Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Bill Jenner, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ronald McDonald House would be appreciated, and may be made online at
HENDERSON, David Silverthorne
Passed away at Diana Isaac Hospital, age 95. Dearly loved husband of the late Betty Helen. Loved youngest son of the late Arthur Silverthorne and Annie Sarah Henderson. Loved father and father-in-law of Bruce and Liz, Philip and Andrea, Mark and Michelle, and Robyn and Larry Thomas. Loved and adored Grandad of Simon and Lucy, Breana and Shiloh, and Jeremy and Jessica. Many thanks to the Nurses and staff at Diana Isaac Hospital for your care over the last 6 months.
A real gentleman with a wonderful sense of humour, who will be greatly missed.
Flowers respectfully declined but donations may be made to Christchurch City Mission May be made online only at
bit.ly... (memorial gifting website).
A service to celebrate David’s life will be held at John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, Christchurch, on Friday, February 17, 2023, at 10.00am followed by Interment at 2
HOW, Graeme Bruce (Snow)
On 13 February 2023, peacefully in the arms of his beloved wife Noelene of 68 years, and son Garry at his side. Aged 90 years. Much loved Dad of Shona & Jeff Gatenby, Lorraine & Neil Johnson, Garry, and Murray & Rachael. Special Grandad Snow of Kurtis & Michyla, Anna & Lizzie, Joshua & Jane, Joellen, Cormach, Richmin and great-grandad of Kayden, Millie, and Lukas. Loved by Marie & Ivan, Bryan & Laurice, his cousin Martin and all his nieces and nephews. Funeral details to follow. Correspondence to the How Family c/- PO Box 439, Hamilton 3240.
HARPUR, Helen Margaret
Passed away peacefully on Sunday February 11, 2023 in the loving care of Albany House. Dearly loved wife of the late Stan. Treasured mum of Deb, Tony and Andrea and the late Julie, Loved nan of Shane and Roshean, Anna and Jamie, and loved great-nan of Eli (BW) and Carissa (Issa). Loved daughter of the late Jim and June Morton, loved sister and sister-in-law of Marie and Noel Scobie, the late Jeff Morton, loved cousin of John and Claire and much loved Aunty to her nieces and nephews. In accordance with Helen’s wishes, she has been farewelled by family in a private service at Southland Crematorium. Messages to 36 Talbot Street, Gore 9710.
TIMMS, Ina Winifred
Passed away with family by her side at Essie Summers Rest Home on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Russell. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Jennifer and Michael, Dianne and Peter, Nigel, Elizabeth and Andrew. Much loved Nana of Sarah and Craig, Tim and Becki, Andrew and Emma, Matthew and Jane, Justine, Sophie, Talulah, Nicholas, Lucy-Rose and Gregor. Loved Great-Nana of Toby and Ben, Jack and Leo, Flynn and Sienna, Nixie and Elka. A very special aunt to all her nephews and nieces. Loved sister of Margaret. Will be sadly missed by the extended family and many friends. Thank you for the special care given to Ina by the staff at Ilam Lifecare during her time there. Messages to the Timms family, c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. In lieu of flowers donations to St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be made online only at bit.ly... (Memorial gifting website). A Celebration of Ina’s life will be held at the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore streets, on Friday, February 17, 2023, at 4.00pm, followed by a private cremation.
JACK, Amanda (née Blaikie)
On February 14, 2023, aged 68 years. Soulmate of Graham for over 50 years. Loved and loving mother and mother-in-law of Denise and Andrew Jack and Rosemary and Jeremy Annandale, and Meema of Lola-Jean. Sister and friend of Jane and Melville Scott and Aunty to their children Abigail, Hannah, Thaddeus and Harriet. At Amanda’s request, a donation will be made to Nurse Maude Hospice in lieu of a funeral. All messages to amandajackim@gmail.com
BATCHELOR, Shirley Amelia
On February 14, 2023 peacefully at Radius Hawthorne Bryndwr in her 88 year. Beloved wife to Stanley, treasured mother and mother-in-law to David and Jacqui, Andrew and Jackie, and Christine and Phil. Adored “Granny” to Nathan, Glen, Chantal, Charlotte, and Courtney. Admired sister to Joy, John, Anne, Diane, Keith, and Rodney and loved daughter to the late John (Jack) and Florence (Flo) Hitchen. Many thanks to the wonderful staff of Radius Hawthorne Bryndwr, WesleyCare, and Camellia Court Rest homes for their love and care shown to Shirley. Messages may be addressed to the family of Shirley Batchelor, PO Box 4220, Christchurch 8140. A celebration of Shirley’s life will be held at the Harewood Crematorium Chapel, entry via Gardiners and Wilkinsons Roads, Harewood on Friday, February 17, 2023 at 10.00am.
WILSON, David Andrew
Suddenly at home on Monday, February 13, 2023; aged 71 years. Beloved father and father-in-law of Nigel and Ngaire and brother and brother-in-law of Delma and Ernie Sands, dearly loved friend of Lynette Wilson, and a loved uncle of his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate David’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill, on Thursday, February 16, at 2.00pm, interment to follow at the Eastern Cemetery. If you wish to join the service via livestream, go to the Avenal Park website, Obituaries page and click on the link on David’s page. Messages to 53 Glenalmond Crescent, Invercargill 9812.
SMITH, Norma (née Mackay)
27.11.1936 – 13.02.2023
Aged 86 years. Paul, Joanne and family would like to announce the peaceful passing of their darling Mum, Norma, on Monday, 13th February 2023. Cherished youngest daughter of the late Jean and Bill Mackay. Much loved baby sister of the late Chrissy Mackay. Loving wife to the late Arthur Smith. Super Hero Mum to Chrissy (the late), Paul (the ugly) and Jo (the lovely). The best Granny/Nanny ever to Jason, Amanda and Brianna. Fearless mother-in-law to Cath, Steve and Jono. Loved by all of her extended family and friends. Whilst heartbroken, we are truly thankful that Mum is now at peace. Dad (Arthur) will be delighted to once again jive with the love of his life; and Chrissy will relish in the comfort of being in her Mum’s embrace again. Messages to the family may be sent to ‘The Smith Family’, PO Box 10987, Waterloo Quay, Wellington; or left at the service on the message cards provided. The service to honour Norma will be held at St John’s Anglican Church, 18 Bassett Road, Johnsonville, on Thursday, 16th February at 2.30pm. Thereafter, you are welcome to join us for a “cuppa and cake”. A private family cremation will follow.
“Her absence is like the sky … spread over everything”
- C S Lewis
MAINDONALD, Marie Kathleen
On February 13, 2023, died peacefully in her daughter’s arms at Arvida Ilam supported by her sister Val, friend Lynne and the aroha of many. Precious mother of Sarah, cherished Nan of Kamini and Devesh, loved sister of Val, Hassana, Victor, Glen the late Gay (and June), her nieces and nephews and her many friends. A service for Marie will be held in the Academy Funeral Chapel, 65 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton, on Friday, February 17, at 11.00am. Private interment thereafter.
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