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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FEHSENFELD, Diana Mae (nee Krisjanous)

Peacefully on Wednesday 8 February 2023. Loved mother of Renee and Matt, Andrea and Cameron, David and Amanda, Alexander and Begum. Grandmother of Heidi, Emily, Efe, Leith and Winter. Sister of Jayne and Marc, and former wife of Brian. Diana will be sadly missed and forever in our hearts. Special thanks to the staff of Mary Potter Hospice for their care and support. In lieu of flowers, donations to Mary Potter Hospice would
be appreciated and may be left at www.marypotter.org.nz.... Messages to the family may be left in Diana’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz.... The service will be live-streamed via a link at the same tributes website. A service to celebrate Diana’s life will be held at The Wilson Funeral Home Chapel, 375 Adelaide Road, Newtown, Wellington, on Wednesday 15 February 2023 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation.

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TUNUPOPO-PRATTLEY, Ngametuakore-Pae-Ariki (NgamiPrattley)

22.7.1960 – 9.2.2023
Our mighty Ttara has fallen in the great forest of Tne. After a courageous 7 year battle, Ngami passed away, surrounded by her family, on Thursday, February 9, 2023. Loved wife of Allan, cherished mother of Rebekah, Khrystina, Daniel-Wayde, Rhuebyn and Michaela, Pehni, Wylson, and Jysse, adored grandmother of Elliott; Arthur, and Myles. A celebration of Ngami’s life will be held at the Gore Town and Country Club, Bury Street, on Tuesday, February 14 at 5.00pm - her request is that everyone wears colour to honour her vibrant life. Livestream available
www.southernfuneralhome.co.nz... In lieu of flowers, Ngami requests that donations are made to Hospice Southland or Starship Hospital. Surrounded by love, Ngami will be resting at home until Tuesday. Messages to 42 Elizabeth Street, Gore 9710.

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LIOLIS, Irene (Rena)

On 5th February 2023 peacefully at Alexandra Rest Home, aged 81 years. Born in Kandila, Greece. Loved wife of the late Fred, loving mother of Chris, Costa and the late Peter. Special thanks to the staff of Alexandra Home for their care and support of Irene. In lieu of flowers donations to the Greek Orthodox Cathedral or Wellington Free Ambulance may be left at the service. A service for Irene will be held at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Mt Victoria, on Monday 13th February at 11.00am.

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ROIL, Alfred Charles

Of Marton. Peacefully at Ultimate Care Aroha, Palmerston North, on 9 February 2023. Aged 94 years. Much loved nephew of Amy and Patrick Ormond (dec). Son of Charles and Ruby Roil. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Doreen and Ken Percy (dec), Ernest Roil, and Eileen and Ray Huntley (dec). Loved uncle of Robyn Fraser (dec), Kevin and Annette Huntley, Kevin Percy, Allan and Jenny Percy, and Maree and Stuart McLaren. Special thanks to Ultimate Care Aroha Palmerston North and Marton St John Ambulance and Shuttle. Friends are invited to farewell Alfie at an interment service at Wharerangi Cemetery, Cato Road, Napier, on Tuesday 14 February 2023 at 11.00am.

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IRELAND, Johnny Noel

Passed away unexpectedly on 7 February 2023 at Wellington Hospital. Aged 54 years. Dearly loved soul-mate and best friend of Mandy. Much loved dad and pop-pop of Matthew, Michael, Joanna, Jackson, and Olivia. Loved son of John and Lillian and brother of Anthony, Timothy, and Genniveve. A service for Johnny will be held at the Feilding Funeral Chapel, 282 Kimbolton Road, Feilding, on Saturday 11 February 2023 at 1.00pm. The service will be live streamed at www.beauchamp.co.nz...
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BOLTON, Colin Francis

Passed away peacefully on Sunday 5th February 2023, aged 75 years. Loved husband of the late Sandra. Best mate and partner of Pam. Loved father and father-in-law of Todd and Jacqui, Shane and Natalie. Adored Poppa to Holly and Finn; Sophie and Taleia. Respected Master of Dogs and Horses. A service to celebrate Colin’s life will be held at Founders Chapel of Remembrance, 117 Rickit Street, Taupo, on Wednesday 15th February at 2.00pm. Messages c/o PO Box 940, Taupo.
Taupo Funeral Services Ltd
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McDOUGALL, John Edwin

Died at home, in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Alison, Much loved father of Jared and Jason, and loving Grandad to Aria. Loved brother of Alastair, Gordon and Graham and his many nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Palliative Care team at Motueka. A private funeral and cremation has been held.

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SPRAGGS, Joy Isobel (nee Berryman)

Born in Waihi on 2 December 1938, and passed away peacefully on 6th February 2023 after a long illness. Beloved mother of Leanne and Phillip Morgan, John and Denise Spraggs, and David and Bev Spraggs. Nan to her 10 grandchildren - each a delight to her eyes, and 13 great-grandchildren who she always smiled about. A Memorial Service for Joy will be held in the St John’s Anglican Church, Arawata St, Te Awamutu, on Monday 13 February 2023, at 11.00am. All communications to the Spraggs Family, C/- Elliotts Funerals, 25 Ninth Ave, Tauranga 3110.

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GALLIERS, William John (Bill)

Passed away doing what he loved, Pottering around on the farm. Aged 75 years. Dearly loved husband, best mate, and sparring partner of Carol. Beloved dad of his many dogs.
A service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held in the South Taranaki Funeral Services Chapel, 268 High Street, Hawera, on Saturday 11th February at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation. For those wishing to attend the service by webcast can do so at www.southtaranakifunerals.co.nz.... All communications addressed to the family of Bill Galliers, c/- P.O. Box 183, Hawera 4640.

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BAILEY, David Lindsay

OBE. Colonel. Royal Marines
Died 5th February. Dearly loved husband of Heather and loved father of sons Richard and Nicholas and daughter Catherine (deceased). Grandfather of two and great-grandfather of six. Funeral to be held on Tuesday 14th February at 1.30pm in St Peter’s Cathedral, Victoria Street, Hamilton. Communications to the Bailey family, C/- James R Hill Funeral Directors. FDANZ

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ENDRES, Mary Ellen (Molly)

Passed away peacefully on Friday, 3rd February 2023, aged 85 years. Devoted and dearly loved wife of the late Bernard. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Christine and John, Jo, and Bernard and Virginia. Loved and cherished Nana of Deborah and Mitch, Stephen and Christina, Brendan; and Alexandria. Loving Great-nana of Nate. After thirty-five years, reunited with her beloved Bernard. Treasured memories. In accordance with Mum’s wishes, a private family farewell has been held. All correspondence please to the Endres family, c/- Box 439, Hamilton 3240.

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HEALY, Daphne (nee Haines)

Passed away peacefully at Carter Court Rest Home on 6th February 2023. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Trevor and Jenni, and Terrie. Loved nana to Elese, Tessa, Jacob, Ben and Amelia, and great-nana to Allie and Indy. Thank you to the team at Carter Court and friends for their amazing care and love they gave to Daphne. In accordance with Daphne’s wishes, a private family farewell will be held. Messages to Daphne’s family, PO Box 1, Carterton 5743.

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McKAY, Larry

Passed away peacefully at 4.20am on Saturday, February 4, 2023. Adored husband of Chrissy and loving father to Pieta and Reece, step-dad to Corey and Roisin. Loved by so many and will be greatly missed. A very special thank you to the staff at Admatha Lodge. A celebration of Larry’s life will be at the Cashmere Club, Thursday, February 16, from 2-6.00pm.

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BATT, Elza Violet Elizabeth

Elza passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side at Rowena Jackson Retirement Village, on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. Elza was a much loved wife of Bill*, and loved Mum and mother-in-law of Bill and Judy (Cromwell), Pauline and Lex* Dawson, and Noelene and Steven Mitchell, and much loved Nana and Great-Nana. Elza was the daughter of John* and Merle* Cooke, and a daughter-in-law of Bill* and Mary* Batt. Elza was a much loved sister, sister-in-law, and a loved aunty of all her nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the staff of Edinburgh and Donovan Wings at Rowena Jackson Retirement Village and Dr Ewan Adam. As per Elza’s wishes, a private family service has been held. Messages to 6 Lumsden Drive, Invercargill 9810.
(*denotes deceased)

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WRIGHT, Edith Mavis

Passed away on 5 February 2023, in her 93rd year. Loved wife of the late George. Loved mother of Merv and the late Susan. Grandmother of Jamie and Rachel, Beven and Stacey, and her 8 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the staff of Kingswood Rest Home, Morrinsville. As per Mum’s wishes her cremation has taken place.

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