BELL, Bernice Ann (Ann)
In Auckland on January 15, 2023, aged 88, beloved youngest daughter of Dorothy and Bernard (Jack) Ede, and greatly loved sister of Dorothy Kelsey, Kathleen (Kay) Crampton and the late Margaret Gibb and John Ede. Will be greatly missed.
ATKINS, Pamela Phoebe
Died at home peacefully in her sleep, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, January 15, 2023, aged 89. Precious wife and soulmate of Max, adored mother and mother-in-law of Ian and Sandra; Al and Jo; Catherine; Duncan and Ange; Nicola and Marc. Treasured Nana and Great-nana to all her grandchildren and great-grandchild. Messages for Pamela’s family may be posted to the Atkins Family, C/- 186 Talbot St, Geraldine. The Service to Celebrate Pamela’s life will be held in St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Cox Street, Geraldine, on Friday, January 20, at 11.00am.
GIBBONS, Phillip (Phil)
Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of the late Garry, Ray and Margaret, Tony and Jan, and the late Shirley, Rima, Kevin and Carolyn and Wendy. Loved Uncle Phil of all his nieces and nephews.
You will be so sadly missed and forever in our hearts.
WHITE, Geoffrey Robert
Of Palmerston North. Born 14 June 1959, Geoff passed away unexpectedly on 14 January 2023 at his home in Palmerston North. Dearly loved Dad of Courtney, Ashleigh and partner Michael. Adored brother of Maureen and Joanne and treasured uncle of Alex and Natalie. Much loved brother-in-law of Bruce and Dave. Loved son of Audrey and Harold (both dec). Special friend to many and respected and admired colleague at FMG. A service for Geoff will be held at Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main St, Palmerston North, on Friday 20th January at 1.30pm. Thereafter, private cremation. Messages to Jo White, c/- PO Box 5191, Palmerston North. In lieu of flowers, donations in Geoff’s memory can be made to St John Ambulance Service.
BRORENS, John Hendrik
Passed away peacefully on Monday, January 16, 2023, aged 91 years. Much loved and cherished companion of the late Margaret, loved father and father-in-law of Steve and Emma, Fay, Tony and Janice, Peter and Vivian, Ann and David, loved Opa of Raki; Alisha, John, and Mikayla; Kimberley, Matthew, and Michael; Christopher, and Caitlin; Marcus, and Rose. Great-grandaughter Mila has brought much joy to John in his final years. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late John Brorens, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of John’s life will be held in our AvonPark Chapel, cnr Kerrs and Pages Roads, Linwood, Tomorrow (Thursday), January 19, at 2.00pm, followed by a burial at Ruru Lawn Cemetery.
BAGRIE, Simon James
On January 16, 2023, peacefully at home, Ashburton, surrounded by his loving family. Aged 51 years. Dearly loved husband of Sandra. Adored and loving dad of Matty and Tempany, Ashleigh, and Laura. Loved by his extended family and friends. Messages to the Bagrie family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be made online at bit.ly.... A celebration of Simon’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, on Friday, January 20, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by interment at the Ashburton Cemetery, Seafield Lawn, Seafield Road.
PYE, Trevor William
Passed away peacefully 17th January 2023. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Cherry. Cherished dad of Nicola, Julia, Joshua, and Jesse. Loving step-father to Janine, Khan, and Chelsea. Adored grandpa of Maia, Liberty, Harper, Oscar, Hunter, Monique, Nina, Hinekahu, Matewa, Marly, and Indie. Loved brother to Glenis. Precious and much-loved brother-in-law and uncle of all the Wilson whanau. A service to celebrate Trevor’s life will be held at 11.00am on Friday 20th January 2023 at 5A Paparoa Road, Te Puna, Tauranga.
Moe mai ra e te Rangatira moe mai ra.
Messages may be sent to the Wilson family, c/- Mahia Wilson, 5A Paparoa Road, Te Puna, Tauranga 3174.
USMAR, Anthony Winston (Tony)
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 15, 2023, at his home in Richmond, Nelson. Aged 82 years. Loved husband of the late Marion, and the late Val. Loved father and father-in-law of Lynda and Geoff Siave, Chris Usmar and Maree, Mark and Natalie Kaveney, Pam and Steve Mitchell, Kathryn and Kevin Perry. Much loved “Pop” of Irasa, Eli and Jacob, Tori and James, Connor and Grace, Marc, Sam and Jack, Shaun and Rheannan, and Tom. Great-grandfather of Lochie, Meelah and Carson. Youngest brother of Laurie and Rachel Usmar (both deceased), Charles and Helen Usmar, James and Eva Usmar, Kathleen and Waddie Kamau (both deceased), and Carlyn and Peter (deceased) Ullrich. Brother-in-law of John Boardman. Tony wanted everyone to know how much he loved his family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Nurse Maude or Nelson Tasman Hospice as it is due to their support that Tony was able to spend his last weeks at home. Messages C/- 41 Nile Street, Richmond 7020. A Memorial service for Tony will be held at 2.00pm on Monday, January 23, at the Waimea Richmond Funeral Home Chapel, 24 Champion Road, Richmond, Nelson.
CATER, Trevor Charles
Passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 13, 2023, aged 87 years. Loved and adored husband of the late Josephine. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Helen and Warren, Warren and Debs, Rosalie and Russell. Much loved Poppa of Charlotte, Joshua, Jennifer, Cameron, Dylan and Catrin. Great-Poppa of Zachariah. A special thanks to the Nurse Maude staff for the wonderful care and support shown to Trevor and the family. In lieu of flowers donations to Dementia Canterbury would be appreciated and may be made online only at bit.ly... (Memorial gifting website). Messages to the Cater family c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. A celebration of Trevor’s life will be held at the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, on Monday, January 23, 2023, at 1.00pm, followed by burial at Ruru Lawn Cemetery.
REESE, Ethlene Barbara Nevitt
Died peacefully in her sleep on January 11, 2023, in her 97th year. Much loved mother and mother-in-law to John and Andy, and special Bardy to her grandchildren, Sarah and Frédéric Geffroy (Paris), and Alexander (London), and great-grandmother to petit Marcel.
She will be missed by us all.
The funeral service and celebration of Barbara’s life will be held at St Augustine’s Church, Cracroft Terrace, Cashmere, at 11.00am on Friday, January 20, 2023.
HOPKINSON, Jeremy John
Passed peacefully at Waikato Hospital on Sunday 15 January 2023, aged 36 years. Treasured son of Garry and Vicki. Cherished youngest brother of Teresa and Mike Patu, Julianna, and Phillip and Tania. Messages may be sent to ’The Hopkinson Family’, c/- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth 4340, or online at wabraham.co.nz/notices A transition service for Jeremy will be
held in The Chapel Of W. Abraham, 366 Devon Street East, New Plymouth, on Friday 20 January at 10.30am.
GOLDSWORTHY, June Patricia
(86 years) Died peacefully at Heatherington House Rest Home in Waihi. Devoted wife to Ray (dec Nov 22) for 67 years. Much loved mother and mother-in-law to Steve & Margie, Alan, Colin & Trish, Christine (dec June 22). In accordance with family wishes a private cremation will be held. A Memorial service for all family and friends will be at the Waihi Beach RSA on Monday 23rd January at 3.00pm. Communications to goldsworthysteve55@gmail.com
VAN DER LEE, Ruben Petrus Maria
Passed away peacefully at home on 14 January 2023 after a short illness, aged 56 years. Dearly loved husband of Bernie, and devoted father of Gina. Loved son-in-law of Peter and Margaret Muller, and brother-in-law of Liz and Jim, Tess and Bill, Loretta, and Jo. Cherished uncle of Jack.
You will forever be in our hearts Ruben.
OLIVER, Juliet
Mum passed gently to the other side on January 15, 2023, at home in Carterton surrounded by her three adorable children. Wordsmith, quiet achiever, viking warrior, loved by many. “I’ll just leave you with this. I don’t care how many angels can dance on the head of a pin. It’s enough to know that for some people they exist, and that they dance.”
Fly well Maman.
— Nick, James and Sarah.
In accordance with Juliet’s wishes a private cremation has been held.
FAIRHALL, Laurel Rosalie
Passed away in Nelson on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, after a sudden illness. An irreplaceable lady who was treasured by all who knew her, especially her family to whom she was a constant, generous, and gracious champion. Laurel was a wonderful example of how to embrace life in all its fullness with wit, humour and merriment. She will be greatly missed by many. A private cremation will be held. A memorial service to celebrate Laurel’s life will be held at Simplicity Funerals, 69 Haven Road, Nelson, on Friday, January 20, 2023, commencing at 2.30pm. All welcome. Please call Simplicity Funerals 03 539-0066 for livestream link.
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