TE KOETI, Leonard George Russell (Len)
10.05.1930 — 11.01.2023
On January 11, 2023, peacefully at St Allisa Rest Home, with family by his side; in his 93rd year. Dearly loved husband of Denise, and the late Dorothy Te Koeti; loved and treasured father of Brian, Heather, Dorothy, and Hazel; loved and adored step-father of Jacqui and Mark Fraser, Gary Smith, and Suellen and Andrew Robb. Adored and cherished grandad of Cameron and Courtney, Sam and Cassidy, Mitchell, Luke and Emma, and Zack. Precious great-grandad of Knox. A much loved brother, uncle, grandfather and friend to many.
"A life of many parts."
The family wish to express their sincere thanks to the staff at St Allisa for their undivided care and support of Len during his time there. In accordance with Len’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to the family of Len Te Koeti can be sent c/- PO Box 26112, Christchurch 8148.
WATSON, Peter Marshall
Peacefully on December 24, 2022, at Ngaio Marsh. Dearly loved younger son of Marlene and the late Bruce. Loved brother of Douglas and Gerrie, Robert and Jackie, John and Jennifer, and Uncle Pete to Erokose.
Forever in our hearts.
Many thanks to all the people who came to his service.
SMITH, Robert Stuart (aka RS and Stu)
(Reg. No. 14554 RNZN). On January 10, 2023, peacefully at home surrounded by family, aged 86 years. Dearly loved and cherished husband of Gaylene and the late Hilda. Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Garry, Debbie, Coralanne, Steve, Wayne, Joanne, Paul, Faith, Aaron, Melissa, Mat, Murray and the late Rosemary. Much loved and respected grandfather, great-grandfather, shipmate and friend to many. Special thanks to GP, Simon and the team and to the Nurse Maude staff who provided exceptional care. In lieu of flowers, donations to the St John’s Ambulance would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Messages may be addressed to the family at PO Box 19714, Woolston 8241. A celebration of Stu’s life will
be held at the Papanui RSA, 55 Bellvue Ave, on Monday, January 16, at 1.00pm, followed by an interment
in the Waimairi Cemetery, Grahams Rd, Christchurch.
DOODY, Lynette Ann(Lyn)(nee Gilmer)
Passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday 11th January 2023, aged 60 years. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Kylie (dec), Daniel and Rachel, Jess and Steve, and Paul. Much loved Nana to Summer, Elliot, and Hudson. Messages may be sent to ’The Doody Family’, c/- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth 4340, or left online at wabraham.co.nz/notices A service for Lyn will be held at The Chapel of W. Abraham, 366 Devon Street East, New Plymouth, on Monday 16th January 2023 at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation.
SELLWOOD, Nolene (Shelley)
Passed away peacefully with her two boys at her side in Hutt Hospital, on Sunday, January 8, 2023, aged 51 years. Dearly loved Mum of Troy and Corban, loved daughter of the late Douglas (Snow) and Barbara Hodgson, loved sister of the late Robert Hodgson, and a loved friend. Messages can be sent to 98 Reynolds Street Taita, Lower Hutt 5011. Shelley has had a private service and burial at Marsden Valley Cemetery, Nelson, with her parents and brother.
McGREGOR, Kay Barbara
Passed away peacefully at McKenzie Healthcare, Geraldine, on Thursday, January 12, 2023, surrounded by love. A dearly loved and devoted friend of Barbara. Kay wanted to acknowledge and sincerely thank Dr Diana Scott, the wonderful staff at McKenzie Healthcare for their respect and care over the past 10 months, and the devoted team at Hospice Sth Canterbury. Messages to 12A McKenzie Street, Geraldine 7930. At Kay’s request, a private cremation has been held.
CHRISTENSEN, Jennifer Anne (Jenny)
Our beloved Ma slipped away peacefully in the early hours of Wednesday, 4 January 2023 at Upper Hutt. Loved Ma of Bernadette, Christine, and the late Patrick; Oma of James, Micky, Morgan, Carter, Sam and Isaac; Great-Oma of Griffin, Mason, Max, Isaiah, Lochie, Zion and Pearl. Loved mother-in-law of Noeline and Iaponi. Ma knitted her way into many hearts and spent her life in the service of others. A Requiem Mass for Jenny will be celebrated in St Joseph’s Catholic Church, cnr Main Street and Pine Avenue, Upper Hutt, on Wednesday, 25 January 2025 at 1.00pm, followed by private cremation. Messages to ”The Christensen Family” may be left on Jenny’s tribute page at www.tributes.co.nz.... A special thanks to all of those who have been part of "Team Jenny", sharing love and support through her journey. Ka nui te aroha Mâmâ.
McKEOWN, Shirley Rena (nee Young)
Died peacefully on January 11, 2023, aged 90. Adored wife of Albert McKeown for nearly 70 years. Beloved mother of Natischa and Peter Kelliher, and Barry (deceased). Gran of Daniel, Catherine and Andrew, and Great-Gran of Ella, Marlee, Ruby, Caydee, and Deakon. Many thanks to the staff at Cashmere View for their care of Shirley over the last few years. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance are appreciated and may be made online at bit.ly... Messages to the McKeown Family, c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145. A celebration of Shirley’s life will be held in our Ferry Park Chapel, 297 Ferry Road, Phillipstown, Christchurch, on Monday, January 16, at 2.00pm.
SANDERS, Joyce Dawn (Dawn)
As a result of an accident on January 9, 2023, aged 92 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Jim. Loved mother of Kathryn, and James. Loved nana of Gabby, Alister, Patrick, and Hugo. Special thanks to Police and Emergency Services for their help and support. Messages may be addressed to ‘The Sanders Family’ c/- PO Box 80, Woodend 7641. A Funeral Service for Dawn will be held in the Woodend Methodist Church, 86 Main North Road, Woodend, on Tuesday, January 17, at 2.00pm.
TAYLOR, June
Passed away at Summerset on Cavendish, on January 10, 2023. Loved wife of the late Ian, together for 57 years. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Gael and Neville, Duncan and Jo, Pamela and Milton, Campbell and Andrea, Morag and Peter, Fraser, Angus and Suzi, Katherine and Tim. Grandma June of Richard, Belinda, Annabelle, Joshua, Joseph, George, Hamish, Andrew, Alexander, Oliver, Douglas, Katrina, Jack, Charlie, Molly, Robin, and great-grandmother of Matilda. A special thank you is extended to the nurses and carers at Summerset on Cavendish for their care of June. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late June Taylor, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A family gathering has been held to farewell June.
McDERMOTT, Geoffrey Thomas (Geoff)
On January 7, 2023, peacefully at Burlington Village; aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Joan, loved father and father-in-law of Janine and Gerald Shelton-Agar, and Craig and Mary. Loved grandad of Sarah and Josh, and Timothy, loved great-grandad of Noah, and Harry, and a loved partner of Patricia (Trish) Kime. Messages to the McDermott family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A Funeral Service for Geoff will be held in the Academy Funeral Services Chapel, 65 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton, on Tuesday, January 17, at 1.30pm.
‘Forever a Highlander fan’
DENNISON, Prudence Ross (Rossie)
Passed peacefully at Windsorcare, on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, aged 89 years. Loved wife of the late Ivan, much loved Mum and mother-in-law of Polly and Tim, Roger and Michelle, and Karen. Grandmother of Freddie, Tommy, Eliza, Oscar and Harvey, and great-grandmother of Eloise. The family would like to thank the staff at Windsorcare and Lakewood Rest Home for the kindness and care shown to Rossie. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Rossie Dennison c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. At the wishes of Rossie and the family, a private service will be held.
BAYLISS, Margaret Dale (Dale)
On January 11, 2023, at Anthony Wilding Hospital, aged 74 years. Dearly loved wife of Paul, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Adrian and Sandra, and Lyal and Kelly, treasured Nana and “Mrs B” of Connor, Joseph, Brooklyn, Rylee, Aiden, and Jodana. Beloved sister and sister-in-law of Jocelyn and Michael, and Nevil and Anne. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Margaret Bayliss, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The Memorial Service will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Wednesday, January 18, at 2.00pm.
FOWLER, Roger Lindsay
Suddenly on January 8, 2023. Aged 79 years. Dearly loved husband of Liz. Much loved father and father-in-law of Dave and Sonja, Geoff and Kadek, Maree and Mark. Proud Poppa of Celia, Eli, Cody, Emma, Dylan. Much loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle of all his extended family. As per Roger’s wishes a Private Celebration of his life will be held.
SIMPSON, Colleen Audrey(nee Smythe)
Passed away peacefully at Heatherlea Rest Home on Sunday 8th January 2023, aged 89 years. Loved wife of the late Donald Francis Simpson (Don), who passed away 1999. Treasured Mum of Julie (Nelson) and Paul (New Plymouth). Sister and sister-in-law of Betty (dec) and Reg (dec) Thorne, Nola (dec) and Ray (dec) Wooding, Jean (dec) and Jack (dec) Close, Shirley and David (dec) Livingstone (New Plymouth), Zena and Merv (dec) Shore (New Plymouth). A very big thank you to Alzheimer’s Taranaki, TDHB Community Support Services, and Omahanui Home Care Services to enable Mum to live at home for as long as possible. All messages to ’The Simpson Family’, c/- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth 4340, or online at wabraham.co.nz/notices
In accordance with Colleen’s wishes, a private family cremation has been held. In lieu of flowers, donations to Alzheimer’s Taranaki would be appreciated.
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