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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WARD, Daniel Albert

Died tragically at his home in Masterton on 17 January 2023. Aged 46 years. Dearly beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin and nephew to Graeme & Susie; Sophie & JD, Simone and Gemma; Clifton & Gladys, Xavier; Jacqui, Dylan and Ashton; Jamie; Marc & Mary, Thomas; Michael & Heather, Kelly; a special close friend Annette. A service will be held at Whenua Tapu Crematorium, Airlie Road, Pukerua Bay on Wednesday 25 January 2023 at 11.00am. Informal, please dress comfortably as we meet to farewell Dan.

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VAUGHAN-DAWKES, Christine

Of Paraparaumu Beach. Passed away peacefully on Thursday 19 January 2022, at Sevenoaks Hospital, Paraparaumu, after a long illness. Aged 81 years. Loved wife of the late Richard (Dick). Loved mother of Helen and Caroline, and mother-in-law of Peter. Loved great-Aunt of James (UK). In lieu of flowers, donations to Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated and may be made through www.wfa.org.nz... A Service to celebrate Christine’s life will be held in St Paul’s Anglican Church, Kapiti Road, Paraparaumu, on Thursday 26 January at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation.

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CHALMERS, Dawn

Peacefully on 18th January 2023, aged 93. Much loved wife of the late Arnold and loving mother of John, Christine, Michael, Philip and Elisabeth. Dearly loved grandmother of 9 and great grandmother of 5. Much loved by many friends. Huge thanks to all care assistants, nurses and doctors at the Hawkes Bay Hospital. A Service for Dawn will be held at St Peter’s Anglican Church Waipawa, Tuesday January 24th at 1pm, followed by a private cremation. Messages may be left at the service or posted to - The Chalmers Family, C/- PO Box 200, Waipukurau 4242.

C.H.B. Funeral Services Ltd
FDANZ

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WAKEFIELD, SusanMary(formerly Lojkine)

November 25, 1942 —
November 12, 2022
A celebration of Susan’s life will be held at the Isaac Theatre Royal, Gloucester Street, Christchurch, on Friday February 17, 2023 commencing at 2.30pm. Those who knew Susan and would like to share in memories of her life are warmly welcomed to attend. As Susan wished this to be a celebration please dress accordingly - no mourning attire please. If you are able to attend an RSVP to rsvp@lojkine.com would be sincerely appreciated.

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BROOKS, Barbara Joan(nee Boyd)

On 16 January 2023 peacefully at Roseneath Lifecare. Aged 80 years. Loved wife of the late Terry. Loved daughter of the late Terry and Joan Boyd, loved sister and sister-in-law of the late Jo and Bill Bain, Graham and Suzanne. A loved aunty of all her nieces and nephews, and friend to many. Sincere thanks to all the staff at Roseneath for their wonderful care of Barbara over the years. In accordance with Barbara’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to Barbara’s family, C/- PO Box 185, Carterton 5743 or visitwww.tributes.co.nz

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HERRON, Eba (Bub, Bubbles)

On January 14, 2023, aged 90 years, reunited with her dearly loved and devoted husband Ken after 3 weeks apart, they had 62 wonderful years of marriage. Loved and adored mother and mother-in-law of Mark, Tracy and Shane, Fiona and Barry. Much loved Grandmother of Mary, Joseph, Matt and Lauren, Kieran and Casey, Chris and Grace, Katie, Sarah, Tyler and Kian. Proud Great-Grandmother of Oscar, Stella, Finley, Harlow and Darcy. As per Bub’s wishes, a private family farewell and celebration of a precious life has been held. Messages can be addressed to the family via Marsden House, 41 Nile Street East, Nelson 7010.
“We will miss you every day”

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EYES, Joy Ann

Peacefully at Waikato Hospital on Tuesday, 17th January 2023. Loved wife, soulmate and fishing partner to Ian for 51 years. Loved mother of Toni and Jodi, and a treasured Grandma to Caleb and Tia. The Funeral Service for Joy will be held at Taumarunui Funeral Services Chapel, 34 Huia Street, on Saturday, 21st January at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Westpac Helicopter Trust would be appreciated and may be left at the Chapel. Communications to 28 Marsack Road, Taumarunui 3992.
Taumarunui Funeral Services
Members of the Funeral Directors Association of NZ

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RYAN, Beverly Hannah (nee Scott)

Passed away suddenly in her room at Summerset on the Ranges, Nelson, on January 15, 2023. Much loved wife mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunty, sister and friend to so many. A special thanks to the wonderful, caring and loving staff at Summerset. The friends of Beverly are respectfully informed that her Funeral Service will be held This Day (Friday, January 20), at Marsden House Funeral Home, 41 Nile Street East, Nelson, commencing at 1.00pm. Her interment will follow at Marsden Valley Cemetery. Messages to c/- 41 Nile Street East, Nelson 7010.

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NUTTING, Garry Patrick(Nutts)

Passed away unexpectedly on January 14, 2023, aged 68. Dearly loved partner of Allana. Treasured dad of Sindy and Sophie, loved step-dad of Chey (deceased) and Jamey Phipps. Loved brother of Phillipa and Brant. Cherished granddad of Zaylah and Isha Mongan. A Celebration of Garry’s life will be held at Hotel Motueka, Saturday, January 21 at 11.00am.

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PARKES, Else

Truly loved other mum of Coleen (Doo), amazing Nana to Dean and Natalie, Karlie and Chris, great-grandmother to Liam, Katie and Max.
In our hearts always

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NITZ, Barry

NITZ, Jan

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MOAR, Alva Marie

Passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 with her loving family by her side, in her 91st year. Dearly loved wife of the late Ian. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Lynette and Toka, Valerie and Tony, Garry and Raewyn, Warren (dec) and Karen, Ross and Sharon, and her godson Brent and Kim. Loved Gran to her 17 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild. All messages to the Moar family, C/o 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North. Donations to the Leprosy Mission would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service for Alva will be held in St Mary Magdalene Church, 67 Cambridge Avenue, Ashhurst, on Tuesday, 24 January 2023 at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation.
NZIFH

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TAIA, Lucas James

As the result of an accident at Twizel on January 15, 2023. Aged 29 years. Proud father of Kacey May. Much loved son of Carolyn and the late Mal. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Joshua and Hauku, Zac and Amy. Treasured Grandson of Margaret and Alan Davis, and the late Mack and Lorn Taia, and Elizabeth. A loved uncle, cousin and friend. The friends of Lucas are respectfully informed that his Funeral Service will be held at the Dovedale Hall, Dovedale Road, on Sunday, January 22, 2023, commencing at 11.00am, followed by his Interment at the Dovedale Cemetery.

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RATUMAITAVUKI, RoSilo Bakeitoga

30.10.1938 — 16.01.2023
Wife of the late Maciu (Mathew) Gaunavou. Mother to Vula (dec), Nancy (dec), Patty, James (dec), Eunice, and Jesse (dec). Bubu to Mathew, Sam, Niko, Kayla, Jesse, Keanu, Mereana, James, Emily, Edward, Taina, Eli, Isaac, Jacob, Tandia, Breahnna and Jamie. Bubu levu to Matty, Tai, Israel, Axel, Egypt, Ari, Rocky, Noah, Aaliyah, Andre, Ryder and Naoki, Graced the earth for 84 years to bring others to Jesus. Passed away peacefully at home in Palmerston North. Dearly loved and treasured by family and friends. Mums service is on the 20th January at 1pm at Life Church,590 Featherston Street, Palmerston North and then for burial at the Kelvin Grove Cemetery. In lieu of floral tributes please donate to Arohanui Hospice, Palmerston North.

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SIMONSEN, Gloria Joy

Passed away peacefully at Woodlands Lodge on Thursday 12 January 2023, aged 87 years. Loved wife of the late Gordon, and cherished Mum of Carol & Paul, Peter & Kerrie and Barbara & Doug. A much-loved nana to her 9 grandchildren and 11 great- grandchildren. A private service has been held to celebrate Joy’s life.

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