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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McKENZIE, Yvonne Joy

Passed away suddenly, in her 75th year, on January 13, 2023. Beloved wife of Neil. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Ross and Carol Herrett (Christchurch), Allanor and Gordon Plunkett (Kaiteriteri), Shane and Catherine Blummont (Christchurch), and Cyril Shirley (Christchurch). Loved aunt to all her nieces and nephews. As Yvonne wished, a private family burial has taken place. Donations to The Southland Hospice would be appreciated https

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HAWKER, Barry Michael (Touse)

Passed away peacefully with his daughter by his side on January 18, 2023. Aged 85. Much loved father of Karen and Pete, and Paul. Loved Grandad to Josh and Rylee. As per Dad’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.

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WILLIAMS, Lynne Christine

On January 17, 2023, passed away surrounded by her loving whanau, aged 73 years. Loving and devoted wife of the late Ronnie, supportive and loving mother and mother-in-law of Tristan and Paula, Clinton and Michelle, and a loved Nana of Tane, Jorja; Mia, and Ari. A special thank you to Dr Ben Hudson, Wendy Horan, and the staff at Chatswood Rest Home for their care and support. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Lynne Williams, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A private cremation has taken place.

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CRAWFORD, Vida

Born 9 September 1927, died 18 January 2023 peacefully at Summerset on the Coast. Loved mother of Roslyn, Ann, Murray, Eleanor, Alice, and Barbara. Loved grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. A private cremation has been held. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Salvation Army. Many thanks to the wonderful staff of Summerset on the Coast who provided care and support to Vida in the last years of her life.

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SCOTT, Florence Isabel

Passed away peacefully on January 20, 2023, aged 98 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ian. Dearly loved mum and mum-in-law of Pam and Phillip, Alan and Janita. Dearly loved Ma of Michael and Layla, Anne, Karen; Shelley, Teresa, Nicola, and Jess. Treasured great-Ma of Molly, Brylee, Austin; Ruby, Stella, Lily; Noa; Shayden, Rain; Anthea; and Cohen. Our family would like to thank the amazing staff at both Bainswood on King Street and Bainswood on Victoria for their loving care of Florence. Messages to the Scott Family, c/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440. A Funeral Service for Florence will be held in St James’ Anglican Church, 1750 Cust Road, Cust, on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at 12 noon.
Close to our hearts
you will always stay,
Loved and remembered
every day.

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RAUHIHI, Boomy (Harry)

Of Marton. Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, 21 January 2023, surrounded by his family. Much loved and treasured father of Jason, Melz and Ronald, Ramari and Kenneth. Beloved Dootz of Tyna, Jada, Tayven, Whenua, Cain, Rangi, and Hawaiki. A cherished baby brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to many. Boomy is at home, 28 Grey Street, Marton, and his service will be held in the Cobham Chapel, 18 Morris Street, Marton, on Wednesday, 25 January 2023, at 11.30am, followed by private cremation.
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BRUCE, Lynette Ann (Lyn)

Peacefully at Hospice Southland, on Friday, January 20, 2023. Aged 73 years. In loving memory of a wonderful lady. Adoring wify of Grumpy (Bill). Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Geordie and Kelly, Aaron and Kristy, Jared*, and Jolene and Derek Ballantine. Cherished Nan of Brinn, Ailie, Lochlan, Jayden, Isobel, and Emily. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Ron* and Betty Clark, Bob and Gail* Clark, Brian and Judy* Clark. Loved sister-in-law of Elsie and Fred Shepard (UK). Loved aunt of her nieces and nephews. Special thanks to District Nurses and Hospice Southland for their care of Lyn. Please wear colourful clothing to Lyn’s celebration of her life held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, at 1.30pm on Wednesday, January 25. Private cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland may be left at the service. Tributes may be left on Lyn’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a live-stream of the service will also be available.
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RUNGARUNGA, Iciss Kartiala (Ice)

Passed away peacefully and surrounded by loving whnau on Saturday 21 January 2023, after a courageous battle. Dearly loved daughter of Toni and Dale, Nikki and Mel. Much loved sister of Akiva, Indiana, and Amity. A special granddaughter, cousin, niece and friend. Messages for Ice’s whnau can be left via www.beauchamp.co.nz.... In lieu of flowers, donations to Arohanui Hospice via www.arohanuihospice.org.nz... would be much appreciated and may also be left at the service. A service for Ice will be held in the Beauchamp Chapel, 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North, on Tuesday 24 January 2023, at 1.00pm. Private interment thereafter.
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SMITH, Lloyd Keith

Passed away at Althorp Resthome, Tauranga on January 21, 2023; in his 80th year. A service for Lloyd will be held at Hillsdene Chapel, 143 13th Ave, Tauranga on Friday, January 27, at 10.30am.

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HARTE, Betty Agnes

4.2.1930 — 20.1.2023
Surrounded by her family, the care givers and residence of Julia Wallace, danced her last dance and slipped into the sunset. Wild and free she now joins her husband David. She was cherished and loved by her 9 kids and extended whanau. We will celebrate Betty’s life with a requiem mass at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit Broadway Ave Palmerston North at 1.30pm on Wednesday 25th January. All who loved Betty are welcome. There will also be a live stream of service for those who can not attend.

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WOODGATE, Norma Anne

Passed away peacefully at home in Greymouth, with loving family by her side, on January 19, 2023, aged 80. Dearly loved wife for 58 years of Mel, cherished and loving Mum and mother-in-law of Ross, and Neil and Tena, kind and much loved Grandma of Alecia, and Katie, dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Helen and the late Brian Mitchell, John Shepherd, Margaret and the late Barney Murray, and Brian Shepherd (deceased) and Lanita Adams, a loved sister-in-law of Violet and John Wood-Oliff and the late Kelvin Wood, Len (deceased) and Joy Woodgate, and Marion Meads, and Vernon (deceased) and Pamela Woodgate and the late Norma Woodgate, a loved aunty, cousin, and a friend of many. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and can be made online at cancer.org.nz or at the Service. Messages to 70D Shakespeare Street, Greymouth 7805. A Funeral Service to celebrate Norma’s life will be held in the William Sampson Memorial Chapel , Tainui Street, Greymouth, on Thursday at 11.00am, followed by cremation on the Coast at the Westland Crematorium.

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HELMAN, Donald (Don)

Born Manchester, England 1936, died Blenheim, New Zealand 2023. Precious husband of Maureen for 61 years. Much loved father of Alison and Glenn Vile, Jonathan, and Lisa and Chris. Treasured GranDon to Nathan, Jules, Dylan, Morgan, James and Tori. Messages to C/- PO Box 9, Blenheim, or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz... Private family funeral.

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McKEOWN, Joan Mary (nee Carr)

Passed away peacefully at Summerset Richmond Ranges on January 20, 2023. In her 80th year. Dearly loved wife of Chris. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Brent and Kerry, Anna and Stuart, Kate and Darrin. Wonderful Nana to Dion; Jessica, Liam; Josh, Abbey and Ben. Will be dearly missed by all her extended family and her many friends. Special thanks to the staff at Summerset Richmond Ranges for their love and care. A funeral service for Joan will be held at St Thomas’ Anglican Church, Woodbury Village, on Saturday, January 28, 2023, commencing at 3.00pm.

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LONGWORTH, Thomas Robert (Tom)

Of Palmerston North, on Thursday 19th January 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Aged 84. Dearly loved husband of Judith. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Marie and Dave Callaghan, Cheryl and Dion Tornquist. Cherished Grandad of Ryan, Olivia, Claudia, Freya, and Regan. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Don and Jeanette Longworth. Messages for the Longworth family, c/- PO Box 5191, Palmerston North 4441. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to Manawatu Cancer Society. A service for Tom will be held in the Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Thursday 26th January 2023, at 1.00pm.

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READER, Anawairihi(née Macdonald)

On Saturday, January 21, 2023, peacefully at home
with her kids. Aged 75 years. Much loved wife of the late Mike. Adored, cherished, loved and salubrious Mum of Sarah, Matthew, Rachel, and Suzie. Loved sister, sister-in-law, and aunty to many. Messages may be sent to the Reader family, c/- 14 Fell Street, Seddon 7210. A celebration for Ana will be held at Epiphany Anglican Church, Foster Street, Seddon, at 1.00pm on Wednesday, January 25, followed by interment at the Awatere Cemetery.

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