Death Notices

A place to remember and celebrate the lives of those no longer with us

Recent Notices in New Zealand

Death

FAGG, Michael Innes

Peacefully at home, surrounded by family on Monday 6 February 2023, aged 78. Dearly loved husband of Heather. Much loved father and father-in-law of Cameron & Samantha (Eng), Antony, Katie, and Anna. Poppa of Isabella, Matilda, and Alfie. Brother of Jacque, Stephen, and Prue. Best mate of Lucy (dog). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Arohanui Hospice via https

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MATHIESON, Roy Winston

Loved son of the late Jock and Christina (of Ringway). Loved brother and brother-in-law of Marion* and Robbie*, Les* and Pearl*, Dorothy* and Ron*, Raymond* and Liz, Elaine and Ken*, Jock and Susan, Eddie, Gwen, Mavis and Maurice* and Rod Schwamm (Melbourne). Much loved and respected Uncle of all his niece’s and nephews.
Away Hunting
(*denotes deceased)

Death

WEEDA, Willem Cornelis

Peacefully at Summerset Down the Lane, on Wednesday 8 February 2023, aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband of Louise. Much loved father and father-in-law of Gerri & Paul, Helen & Ed, Diana & Gerald, Raymond & Jeannette, and Coralie & Stephen. Loved Opa of his 16 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren. All correspondence to the Weeda Family, c/- PO Box 4449, Hamilton 3247. A livestream is available at Reformed Church of Hamilton - YouTube for all those unwell or who have had contact with Covid. A funeral service for Willem will be held at the Reformed Church of Hamilton, 11 Aberdeen Drive Dinsdale, on Friday 17 February 2023, at 1.00pm.

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DOOLAN, Doreen Joan (née Good)

Born in Linwood 1935, passed away peacefully in Melbourne on February 8, 2023. Beloved mum to Nicola, Lynda and Kieran. Devoted grandmother, aunt and sister.
Loved by many
and will be dearly missed.

Death

AITKEN, Novena Joy (Joy)

Loving memories of a precious, adored Aunty Joy of Paul (deceased) and Alison Bithell, John and Sandra Bithell, Julie and Jim Fry, Cheryl Alexander and families.

Death

BREINGAN, Narita Dawne

On 3rd February 2023. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Joe & Rhona, Jeff & Chelley and Wendy & Dave. Cherished Grandmother of Laura, Keri, Jesse, Vanessa, and Samuel. Loved mother of her little toy poodle Charlie. Special thanks to the staff of Wellington Hospital and all those who cared for her over the past year. Keeping with Narita’s wishes a private cremation has been held.
Private Cremations Limited

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TREGONING, Patricia Ann (nee Woodfield)

Pat passed away peacefully at Aldwins House on February 8, 2023, aged 83 years. Beloved wife of the late Arnold. Treasured mother and mother-in-law of Murray and Laureen, and Kim and Brad. Dearly loved grandmother to Andrew, Paige, Mark, Denise, and Melissa, and great-grandmother to Destiny, Sherlila, Danika, Lucas, Phillip, and Ava, and a great-great-grandmother to Kayden, and Ayla. Special friend of the Fogden family, and much loved Nana Pat to many. Special thanks to Avon Lifecare, Deans Ward staff for all their care. Messages may be addressed to the family of the late Pat Tregoning, c/- P.O. Box 15048, Aranui 8063. The funeral service for Pat will be held in the Canterbury Crematorium Chapel, corner of Linwood Avenue and Keighleys Road, on Tuesday, February 14 at 10.00am.

Death

McKELVEY, David Allen

RNZE 719806 Sapper, 1RNZIR A Coy, Indonesian Confrontation. Passed away peacefully on
8th February 2023 at Waikato Hospital. Beloved husband of Patricia, treasured father of Natalie, Cheryl and Arron O’Hagan (Auckland), and dearly loved grandad of Aidan and Emily. A service to celebrate David’s life will be held at Seddon Park Funeral Home Chapel on Monday 13th February 2023 at 1.30pm, followed by a private cremation. All communications to the McKelvey family, PO Box 5523, Frankton, Hamilton.

Death

HARRé, Dr John Norman

(C.N.Z.M)
Due to the cyclone scheduled on Monday, the funeral service for John has been postponed. A memorial service will take place on Sunday 26th February 2023, time and location to be advised.
State of Grace
0800 764 722

Death

GUNDESEN, Keith

Beloved uncle and mate of Helen and Jock Good, Shaun, Michelle, Amaya and Arlo, & Kate and George Good. Thanks for the stories, memories and love, they’re never forgotten.

Death

McLEAN, Alexander Robert(Rob)

In his 102nd year. Service No. 139764. Very dearly loved husband of Margaret (married 71 years). Much loved Dad of Ian and Dianna, Faye and Peter Greenwood, Alan and Cathy, Alison and Malcolm Bishop. Dearly loved Grandad of Matthew and Julianna, Nicola (deceased) and Michelle (deceased), Michael and Simone, Amy and Derek Wright, Rachel and Peter Dowdle. Dearly loved Great-Grandad of Micah and Ida. Thank you for all the support that we have received over the years from family and friends. Thank you to the staff of George Manning for their loving care of Rob in his last 3 years. Messages to the Family of Rob McLean, c/- George Manning Lifecare Village, 1 Hennessy Place, Spreydon, Christchurch 8024. In lieu of flowers donations to Blind Low Vision NZ would be appreciated and may be made online only at bit.ly... (Memorial gifting website). A celebration of Rob’s life will be held at St Martin’s Presbyterian Church, 43 St Martins Road, on Monday, February 13, 2023, at 10.00am, followed by a private cremation.

Death

MASON, Winifred (Wyn)

In Memory of Wyn who passed away on November 25, 2022. We invite you to join us to pay tribute to Wyn at the Hornby Working Men’s Club, on Friday, February 24, 2023, at 3.00pm.

Death

BISHOP, Trevor Ronald Henry

Passed away suddenly on 26th January 2023 at home, aged 78 years. Loved husband of Shirley. Loved father and father-in-law of Brent and Michele, Janelle, Clinton and Angela. Adored Pop of Jess and Tor, Lachlan and Keelee, Blake and Hayley, Nadia and Leightan, Rylee, Reid, Brock, and Moss. Trevor was farewelled with a family service this week. Messages C/- 12 Riverpoint Glade, Flagstaff, Hamilton 3210.

Death

EVANS, Donald

(formerly of Windsor Hotel, Christchurch) On Wednesday, February 8, 2023, peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, in Christchurch, aged 78 years. Dearly loved son of Vera and Jim (both deceased), and brother and brother-in-law of Brian (deceased) and Heather. A life-long friend, and trusted partner of Carol and Murray. Adored father figure and confidant to Keri, and Michael, their children and grandchildren. He will be sadly missed by the wider Windsor family and friends, and the New Zealand business community. He touched the lives of many. Heartfelt thanks to the caring teams at Nurse Maude Hospice, and Cancer Care. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Donald Evans, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Funeral Service for Donald will be held in The Anglican Parish of St Michael and All Angels Church, 95 – 99 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch Central, on Friday, February 17, at 11.00am, followed by a private interment.

Death

Officers and Members are requested to attend

the Memorial Service
for our late sister
Valerie Violet ROWE (PDGM)
to be held at Rossburn Receptions, Spark Lane, Rangiora, on Saturday,
February 11, 2023, at 1.00pm.
Regalia to be worn.
Carla Weber
Fraternal Administrator
Loyal Rangiora Lodge

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