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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McNAUGHTON, Launa Elizabeth

Unexpectedly at Dunstan Hospital, Clyde on Sunday, June 11, 2023, aged 74 years. Dearly loved wife and best friend of the late Ernie, adored Mum of Brant and Cathy, Nicola and Geoff, and Anna, treasured Nunu of Isabella, and William. Loved sister, sister-in-law and Aunty of the Gray, Webster, and McNaughton families, and a very dear friend of many. A service to celebrate Launa’s life will be held in Central Otago Funeral Chapel, 16 Ennis Street, Alexandra on Friday, June 16 at 11.00am, followed by interment at Clyde Cemetery. Livestream available at www.centralotagofunerals.co.nz... . In lieu of flowers, donations kindly accepted for Lions Club of Clyde and Districts. Messages to 91 Newcastle Street, Clyde 9330 or anna@workandplay.co.nz .

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GRIBBEN, Andrea (Lee) (nee Stratton)

On 12 June 2023, it is with a heavy heart and great sadness, that Colin, Kane, Eden and Cathy, announce the passing of their wonderful wife, mother and mother-in-law. Lee was a sister of Larry (Wales) and the late Lester, aunty of Rob (Ireland). Thank you to all who supported Lee during her final months. A service for Lee, will be held at Hillsdene Chapel, 143 13th Ave, Tauranga, on Friday 16 June at 11.00am, followed by private cremation. Communication to the Gribben Family, c/- PO Box 650, Tauranga 3144.

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KENNY, Patricia Miriam(nee Pearce)

October 1938 — June 2023
Passed on suddenly. Beloved wife of Tom Kenny. Adored mother of Sharon (deceased), Jan, Lynne (deceased) and Leigh. Adored grandmother to Toni, Ryan, Shaun, Chantal, Troy, Renee, Rhiana, Grace and Tayla. Proud great-grandmother to Escher, Katana, Akira, Aaliyah, CJ (Te Rarua), Payton, Te Arumana. Blessed our lives with the most unconditional love, cheeky wit, warm memories and the best mushroom sauce. Many thanks to our loved ones, friends and neighbours for all the love and support at this time.
She will be greatly missed.
Funeral to be held on Wednesday 14th June at 10.30am at Dil’s Funeral Services, 185 Schnapper Rock, Albany, Auckland.

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JUFER, Stella Kehi (Kehi)

Passed away peacefully, holding the hands of treasured husband Markus and loved son Tony on the evening of Thursday, June 8, 2023 .Kehi was the dearly loved wife of Markus and treasured mother of Amy, and Tony, special daughter-in-law of Elspeth and Hermann Arbucklie, and Mario and Nicole Jufer. The family would like to express their gratitude to the wonderful group of friends who visited and cared for Kehi untiringly every day. Messages to 44 Allen Street, Methven. Kehi’s life will be celebrated and remembered on Friday, June 16, at All Saints Anglican Church, Methven, at 1.30pm, followed by interment at the Methven Cemetery.

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RINGROSE, William James (Bill)

Peacefully at Hutt Hospital, with his family by his side, on 9th June 2023, aged 77. Much loved husband of the late Vicki; Dad of Toni & Jason and Daphne & Brad; Pa of Kiana, Jaedan, Eva, Kate & Anna. A service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held in Cornwall Manor, corner Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt on Friday, 16th June at 2.00pm.

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COOK, Nigel

Architect of houses for the New Zealand environment, urban activist for our cities, good friend, lover of books. Died 11th June 2023. Much loved father of Rolf, Damon & Noriko, Megan, Hera, and Allen. A service to celebrate his life will be held at 4 Moncrieff St, Wellington on Friday, 16th June 2023 at 2.30pm.

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COOK, Terrence Thomas (Terry)

Passed peacefully, with Kay by his side, aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of Kay, and the late Kate. Loved and respected Dad and Terry of Tania & Paul, Val & Bob, Wayne (deceased) & Elaine and Dean & Michelle. Loved grandad of 12 and great-grandad of 3. Loved and respected friend of Phil & Tracey, Jeremy & Amanda and Chris & Msa. A celebration of Terry’s life will be held at The Boatshed, 21 Amber Lane, Karapiro, Cambridge, at 1

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GOUDIE, David John

Died suddenly on 10 June 2023 at Hutt Hospital, in his 83rd year. Dearly beloved son of the late Mick and Norrie Goudie. Dearly beloved brother and brother-in-law of Susan and the late Gavin Muir, Judy and Henare Tihema. Also much loved by Julia Zhu, his adopted daughter and her husband Albert and their daughters, Tina and Ellen. Loving Uncle to his nieces and nephews. David will be known to many in Hutt City for owning two businesses, The Bees Knees café in Dudley Street and lastly the Community Print Shop. The family would like to acknowledge the care given to David by the staff at Hutt Hospital and Elderslea Dementia Unit where he had been a resident since November 2022. Messages to the Goudie family may be placed in David’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... this is also where you will find a link to the livestream. A Celebration of David’s life will be held at Harbour City Funeral Home, 665 High Street, Lower Hutt, on Thursday, 15th June at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation at Karori Crematorium.

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SOM, Helen

Passed away peacefully at Rosewood Rest Home on Sunday, June 11, 2023, aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Tony. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Sue and Duncan, Jim and the late Ann. Much loved Omama of Tina and Dion (deceased), and Mike; Jasmine and Jarohn. Loved Great Omama of Lachlan, Jackson and Connor; and Raine. Will be sadly missed by the extended family and friends. Many thanks to the staff at Rosewood for all their loving care of Helen. Messages to the Som family c/- 19 London Christchurch 8013. A funeral service for Helen will be held at the Canterbury Crematorium Chapel, Corner Linwood Avenue and Keighleys Road on Friday, June 16, 2023 at 10.00am.

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ELWORTHY, Charles Herbert

In England at Sobell Hospice with family surrounding him on June 8, 2023. Aged 61. Dearly loved husband of Nui and beloved father of Bini. Loved son of Peter and Fiona, loved son-in-law of Kritt and Nitsri Vaidyanuvatti, brother-in-law of Nat and Noon in Thailand. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Forbes and Bridget, Josephine and Nick, Eve and Marcus. Loved uncle of Austin and Felix, George, Violet and Somers, Edward and Pia. A worker for International Peace and a friend to many. A family funeral service and cremation will be held in England. Messages by mail to The Peter Elworthy Family, 21 Grange Close, Timaru 7910, or by email to forbes@craigmore.com.

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WHAKATIHI, Hepi Rima

It is with great sadness that we share with you the sudden passing of Hepi Whakatihi (aka Sarge), in Turangi. Loved husband of Sharron, father of Sonia & Mike, Edward & BJ, Eru & Nicole. Grandad (Koro) of Ryan & Tui, Kahnyae, Nevaeh, Jahvarn, Grayson, Haka, Lennox and great-grandad of Tylah. Loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle to many. Hepi will remain at his home with Whanau until Thursday the 15th of June. Service will be held at 11.00am Thursday 15th June 2023 at Salvation Army Centre, 11 Durham street Levin.
Hepi will be greatly missed
by all his whanau, friends and his beloved four-legged security guards.

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BRADDICK, John Arthur

Born February 12, 1959, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 10, 2023. Lovingly cared for in John’s battle with cancer, by Rona and Jade, father of the late Shane, survived by his grandson Jacob and sister Ann, family, friends and good mates. A celebration of John’s life will be held at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 16 Wilmhurst Street, Temuka, on Friday, June 16, at 11.00am, followed by his burial at Temuka Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to SC Hospice or the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to PO Box 21, Timaru 7940.

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FLOWERS, Joan Edith

PIANIST
Unexpectedly on Saturday 10 June 2023, at home, in her 79th year. Cherished wife and soulmate for 53 years of the late Rex. Dearly loved Mum of Greg & Brenda, Adam & Nadia. Adored Nan to Kyra, Macey, Ella & Amelie. Treasured daughter of the late Harold and Gertrude Parish. Much loved sister-in-law, aunty, cousin and special friend to many. In accordance with Joan’s wishes, a private cremation will be held. A celebration of Joan’s life will be held on Friday 16th June, at 2.00pm, at Mana Cruising Club, 5 Pascoe Ave, Mana.
Gee & Hickton - Porirua
www.geeandhickton.co.nz...
Tel. (04) 237 5332 FDANZ

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RUTZ, Hermann Josef Anton (Tony)

Passed away at home on Sunday 11 June 2023, aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of Marlene. Much loved father and father-in-law Tony & Kim, Steve & Helen, Mike & Suzie, and Malcolm. Loved Grandad of Simon, Matthew and Abbey; George; Josef and Lucy; and Dylan. A service for Tony will be held in the Park Chapel at Hamilton Park Crematorium, Morrinsville Road, Newstead, on Thursday 15 June at 1.30pm.

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WHITE, Geoffrey Archibald (Geoff)

Peacefully in New Plymouth on Monday 12 June 2023, aged 88. Dearly loved husband of Judy for 61 years. Loved Dad of Louise, and Marcelle. Respected Grandad of 9 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Messages to the White family may be left on Geoff’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/geoff. A service to celebrate Geoff’s life will be held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel, 174 Lemon Street, New Plymouth on Thursday 15 June 2023, at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation. For those unable to attend, the service will be live streamed to Geoff’s tribute page.

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