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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LYMAN, Graham Frank

8.10.1936 — 28.1.2023
Cherished husband of Beth for 62 years. Loving father of Bruce, Rob, Sandra, Frank, Julie, Joanna, Rebecca, Ross. Adoring Pop of 21 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
On Christ the solid rock I stand.
Please refer to our website for Graham’s funeral arrangements.

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WALSH, Janet Penelope

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 29, 2023, with family at her side. Dearly loved wife of the late Alan. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Julia, Alastair and Steve. Beloved grandmother to Darryl, Taryn, Stuart and Dean, and great-grandmother to Evie and Emily.
She will be deeply missed, and always treasured in our hearts.
In accordance with Janet’s wishes, a private cremation will take place. Special thanks to the nursing and care team at Bob Owens Rest Home.

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HINKLEY, Marilyn Patricia (nee Maher)

10.10.1951 — 29.01.2023
Peacefully after a short battle at Nurse Maude Hospital, on Sunday, January 39, 2023, aged 71 years. Dearly loved wife of Trevor, much loved mother of Drewe and mother-in-law of Rebecca, precious nan nan of Jackson and Harrison. Dearly loved sister of Ross and Denise, Gillian, Dale and Rosalie, and loved by all her nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Dr Mark Cohen, Phoebe Chidley, and the Nurse Maude Hospital. Donations to Nurse Maude would be appreciated and can be made by using the link bit.ly... A service to celebrate Marilyn’s life will be held at the Harewood Crematorium Chapel, Wilkinsons Road, Christchurch, on Friday, February 3, at 1.30pm, interment to follow at Belfast Cemetery.

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McQUILKIN, Margaret Rose (nee Were)

At Beattie Home, Otorohanga, on Friday 27th January 2023. Dearly loved wife of the late Donald (Boson). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Val, Allan, Colin and Leslie, Norm, Steve and Jen. Cherished Nana Mac to 12 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Rosary is to be held at 6.00pm on Friday 3rd February at 18 Queen Street, Te Kuiti. A full Requiem Mass for Margaret’s life will be held at St George’s Catholic Church, Te Kuiti, on Saturday 4th February at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Te Kuiti Old Cemetery. Sincere appreciation for the wonderful care Margaret received from staff at Beattie Home. All communications to the McQuilkin Family, c/- PO Box 241, Te Kuiti 3941.
V J Williams & Sons FDANZ

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BURKE, Joan

Peacefully in Christchurch on Sunday, January 29, 2023, aged 96 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Vin and loved mother of Michael, Catherine and Paul*. A dearly loved Grandma. A graveside service to celebrate Joan’s life will be held at the Eastern Cemetery on Wednesday, February 8 at 10.00 am. Messages to Burke Family, PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840.
(*denotes deceased)

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SZADKOWSKI, Zygmunt (Zyggy)

Peacefully on 30 January 2023 at Wellington Hospital, surrounded by family. Zyggy was born in Mylsk, Poland, and arrived in New Zealand in 1944 as part of the Pahiatua Polish Children Refugees. Dearly loved husband of Wiesia for 55 years. Loved father of Sophie, Joe & Halina. Loved father in-law of David, Claire & Allan. Cherished Grandad of Danny, Jake & Lauryn. Loved brother of Gienek (dec), Czesia (dec), Irena, and their children. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Wellington Free Ambulance at www.wfa.org.nz... or in a donation box at the funeral. Requiem Mass will be celebrated in St Martin de Porres Church, 8 Park Avenue, Lower Hutt, on Friday 3 February at 11.00am, followed by interment at Akatarawa Cemetery.

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COPP, Lawrence Melville

Peacefully on 30th January 2023 at Eldon Lodge, Paraparaumu, aged 81. Dearly loved husband of Judy, loved father of Alley, Amanda (dec) and Carolyn. Beloved grandfather of Celeste, Sadie, Mia & Harper. Thanks go to the staff at Eldon Lodge for their care of Lawrence. A memorial service will be held at a later date, details to be advised. Messages to the family c/- PO Box 300, Waikanae 5250.

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AGER, Phyllis Margaret (nee Mills)

Passed peacefully on Sunday, January 29, 2023, at Otumarama Village, aged 94 years. Dearly loved and devoted wife of the late William Laurence Ager. Treasured Mother of 7 Children, Grandmother to 22 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. Loving sister of Olive Andrew and the late Seaton Mills. A private cremation has been held. Messages can be sent to Ager family c/- RD 1, Waikouaiti, Otago 9471.

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WATSON, Frank Wayne (Frankie)

On January 30, 2023, unexpectedly at Christchurch Hospital, aged 68 years. Dearly loved husband of Vonda. Loved dad of Shane and Tracy, Aaron and Vivien, and Megan and Heath. Cherished Pop of Jade, Paigan-Lilly, Kadence, Chase, Tiva, Brevyn, Quinn, and Kora. Messages may be addressed to The Family of Frankie Watson, c/- PO Box 26112, Christchurch 8148.
A Celebration of Frankie’s
life will be held at Riccarton Park, 165 Racecourse Road, Upper Riccarton, on Saturday, February 4, at 2.00pm. Private cremation thereafter.

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MILLER, Wendy (Cheeky)

Passed away at Christchurch Hospital on January 31, 2023. Beloved sister of Angela, Pam, Jackie, Craig, and Rod, loved sister-in-law, aunty, and great-aunty, and dearly loved friend of many. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Cheeky Miller, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of Cheeky’s life will be held in the Belfast Rugby Club, 18 March Place, Belfast, on Saturday, February 4, at 1.00pm.

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KEOWN, Margaret Jessie

On January 29, 2023. Much loved and cherished wife of Graeme. Loving daughter of the late Margaret and Rod McRae. A much loved sister and sister-in-law of Donald* and Madeline McRae, Marian and Peter* Lawson, Ann* and Waihere (Joe) Mason, Joan and Robin Sinclair, Hugh*and Noeline* Keown, Alister* and Jessie Keown, Margaret and Don* Pearce, Alison and Russel McDonald, Roger* and Shona Keown. Margaret was also a loved Aunt and Great-Aunt to her nieces and nephews.
(*denotes deceased)

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CONNOLLY-STONE, Barbara

On January 30, 2023 at Hutt Hospital surrounded by family; aged 76 years. Much loved wife of Brian. Wonderful mum and mother-in-law of Daniel, Kim & John. Sister of Wendy and Roger. Special thanks to all the staff at Hutt Hospital for all their care. A service for Barbara will be held in Cornwall Manor, corner Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt, on Friday, February 3, 2023 at 10.30am, followed by private cremation.

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PURSER, Mary

Dearly loved sister of Hansy (John) Schicker (dec) and Mary Schicker. Loving special swiss aunty of Christine Schicker and Matthew Keig and family, and Jo-Anne and Rex Schlaepfer and family.
She will be sadly missed.
R.I.P.

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McKENZIE, David Campbell

21 June 1940 —
30 January 2023
Dearly loved husband and best friend of Patricia, wonderful father, father-in-law and friend to Sue, Rich, Pip, Jane, Dave, Kate, Simon, Andrew and Jordan and a very special grandad (GDad) to James, Anna, Maddie, Jack, Tom, Henry, Lulu, Gus and Harry. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Peter and Robyn, Michael and Maureen and John and Shirley. Thank you to everyone for all your friendship and care. We all hold him close in our hearts. The family will gather for a private celebration of David’s life. His gorgeous smile and twinkle in his eye will be remembered forever.
RIP Big Dave
Taupo Funeral Services Ltd
Members of the Funeral Directors Assn of NZ

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KING, Robin Ann

Passed away on January 29, 2023, with her family by her side. Beloved wife of Wayne and loved and respected mother of Adrienne (dec), Tracy, Aaron, Karlene and Rean, and treasured Nannie of Moana (dec) and great-Nannie of Olina and Takoda. Remembered as a friend to many. Messages to C/- PO Box 9, Blenheim 7201 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz.... Robin will be at 59 Mowat St, Blenheim, with a farewell service from 2.00 - 4.00pm, today, Wednesday.

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