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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HAY, Marilyn Ruth(nee Crawford)

On Monday 5 June 2023. Dearly loved daughter of Jean and Leslie Crawford (both deceased), wife of Bryan, mother of Matthew and Alexander, and mother-in-law of Ann and Paula. Loving grandmother of Sarah, James and Olivia. A service to celebrate Marilyn’s life will be held at the Whenua Tapu Chapel, 293 Airlie Road, Pukerua Bay, Porirua, on Tuesday 13 June, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the adjoining cemetery. Messages may be sent to “The Family of Marilyn Hay” c/- PO Box 50-347, Porirua 5240. The help of all health services were much appreciated. In lieu of flowers, donations to Mary Potter Hospice would be appreciated and can be made online at marypotter.org.nz

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EVANS, Russell William

On 1st June 2023 at Hutt Hospital, aged 76 years. Sadly missed by all who knew him. For Russ’ Memorial Service details please go to his tribute page at www.tributes.co.nz....

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CRAZE, Andrea Louise Caroline (Andy)

On June 3, 2023, peacefully at her home at The Village Palms. Deeply loved and treasured eldest daughter of Noeline and the late Ronald Craze. Cherished sister and sister-in-law of Janine and the late Warwick Sherwood, Louise and Geoff Smith, Sarah and Brent Long, the late Matthew, and Olivia Craze. Much loved aunty and friend of Hamish, Duncan, and Phillip Smith, and all her nieces and nephews.
‘With God, which is better’
Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Andrea Craze, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The recitation of the rosary will be held in St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester Street, on Thursday, June 15, at 5.00pm. Andy’s family will be holding a private funeral.

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WATT, John Trevor

With sadness, the family wish to announce the passing of Trevor, aged 98, on June 5, 2023. Dearly loved husband of the late Esther. Treasured and loved dad and father-in-law of Sherryl and Rob Ellis, June and Brian Slow, Christine Axcell, Lorraine and Tony Fuller, Heather and Tony Gilligan. Adored by his 11 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. A celebration of Trevor’s life will be held at a later date. All communication to Watt Family, 58 St Andrews Dr, Bethlehem 3110.

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MAWSON, Janice Hilary (Jan)(nee Reid)

On June 3, 2023, peacefully at Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village, aged 84 years. Much loved wife of the late Andrew, loving mother and mother-in-law of Daniel, Brad and Lea, Hilary and Craig, and Louise and Andy, much loved Granjan of Samuel, Joseph and Jordie. Many thanks to the staff of Ngaio Marsh for their wonderful care of Jan. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Janice Mawson, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. At Jan’s request, a private service has been held.

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BRETTELL, John Findlay

Passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2023, at Nurse Maude Hospice, aged 77. Much loved husband of Linda, and cherished father of Jay, Kahu, William, Nicholas, and Anna. A funeral for immediate family was held on Friday.

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JOHNSON, Kim Leanne Cecily (Kimmy)

Suddenly and unexpectedly on 7th June 2023 at Waikato Hospital. Aged 33 years. Dearly loved Mum of Oscar. Much loved daughter of Ken and Karen. Treasured sister and sister-in-law of Sarah and Royce, Erin. Beloved Aunty of Dré, Willow and Ashlee. Loved granddaughter of the late Cyril and Cecily Johnson, Marguerite and Brian Pyers, and the late Sheila Ellemore. A cherished niece and friend to many.
"Forever Loved"
A Service for Kimmy will be held at the NZ Timber Museum, SH1 Putaruru, on Thursday, 15th June at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation.
South Waikato Funeral Services Ltd, FDANZ
PO Box 459, Tokoroa.

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BEDFORD, Jessie Ivy

Passed away peacefully at Ultimate Care Rose Court on June 5, 2023, aged 95 years. Jessie was a loved mother of Julie and Malcolm, and mother-in-law to Lyn and Pete. Loved Grandmother of Penny, Tammy and Luke who live in Australia also. Great-Grandmother to their seven children. Jessie was also a loved Aunty to Jackie, Christine, and Sharon, and Great-Aunt to their seven children. Jessie was also a loved sister to Pat, Brenda, June, Irene, Roy, and Brian. The family would like to acknowledge all the wonderful staff of Rose Court for their love and care shown to Jessie and the family. In lieu of flowers, donations to Blind Low Vision would be appreciated and can be made online at blindlowvision.org.nz.Messages may be addressed to ‘The Bedford Family’, C/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch. A celebration of Jessie’s life will be held at the Beckenham Methodist Church, 83 Malcolm Ave, Beckenham, Christchurch, on Thursday, June 15, at 1.30pm.

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SKERTEN, Trevor David (Trev)

Peacefully at Annaliese Haven Rest Home, Kaiapoi. Devoted husband of the late Liz. Father and father in-law of Robbie, David and Pru, and Catherine (Miffy) and Chris. Father in-law of Luke. Beloved Grandad of Üna, Paddy, Ollie, Nic, Marley and Poppy. Dear friend of John and Eve. Sincere thanks to the nurses in Ward 25 at Christchurch Public Hospital, and an extra special thanks to the staff at Annaliese Haven. A service to Celebrate Trevor’s life will be held at Northbrook Chapel, Spark Lane, Rangiora, on Thursday, June 15, 2023 at 11.00am. Messages to the Skerten family, C/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440.

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WINTER, Maureen Ethel (nee Robinson)

On June 3, 2023, in Sydney. Loved daughter of the late Min and Harry Robinson (Warepa). Much loved respected sister and sister-in-law of the late Irene and Tom Muir, the late Gibson and Phyllis Robinson, the late Ayson and Noleen Robinson, the late Bill Robinson, Margaret and the late Doug Robinson (Invercargill), twin sister of Fairy and the late Ian Horton (Invercargill), Pat and Terry McTamney, Gaye and the late Curly Edwards. A much-loved Aunty to all her nieces and nephews.
Our treasured memories of Maureen will last forever.

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GAUDION, Yvette Marie

Unexpectedly, at home, on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, aged 39 years. Dearly loved and cherished daughter of Warren and Pauline (nee Donnelly) (Mataura), loved sister and sister-in-law of Larissa and Paul Cusack, adored Aunty of Jayden, Hope and Freyja; Devon and Ryleigh. Loved niece of Sue and the late Alister Gray, Jenny and Ian Eddy, and Brian Donnelly, much loved cousin, and special friend of Linda and to all who knew Yvette.
RIP
‘Just Gone Fishing’
Rosary will be held in the Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Ardwick Street, Gore, on Monday, June 12, at 7.00pm. Private Requiem Mass will be held. Special thank you to the Gore and supporting Police, Mataura and supporting Fire Brigades, Hokonui St John, and Lea from Southern Funeral Home for their professional care of Yvette. Messages to 10 Durham Street, Mataura 9712.

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BAUMANN, John (Hansrudolf)

Passed away peacefully at home on the farm on Thursday 8 June 2023. Aged 73 years. Loved son of Friedrich and Mina (both deceased). Loved husband of Keren. Cherished father and father-in-law of Lydia and Clinton Ballandis, Daniel and Bec, Heidi and Kris Herbert, and Paul. Special Papa of Millie and Henri; Felix, Fabian and Enzo; Bren and Ivy. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Ursula and Ernst. In lieu of flowers a donation to support the work of the Cancer Society, Taranaki, may be made online a/c TSB 1539 42000 2505 00. A service in memory of John’s life will be held at the Plymouth International, 220 Courtenay Street, New Plymouth on Tuesday 13 June 2023 at 12.30pm, followed by private burial.

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PARKER, Alan Leslie (Les)

Passed away on 7 June 2023, suddenly at home, aged 93 years. Dearly loved husband of Mary for 68 years. Much loved by his extended family and friends. A Service to celebrate Les’ life will be held at the Chapel of Memories,
32 William Street, Huntly, on Monday 12 June at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation. All communications to the Parker Family, C/- PO Box 147, Huntly 3740.

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McLEOD, Marion Ida

Passed away to be with Jesus on June 8, 2023, aged 91 years. Much loved mother of Bruce, Jean, Helen, and Peter. Mother-in-law of Carolyn, Don, Brett, and Raewyn. Grandmother to 6, and great-grandmother to 3. A celebration of Marion’s life will be at Stoke Baptist Church, Main Road, Stoke, on Monday, June 12, at 11.00am.

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JUDD, Walter George

30.5.1931 — 13.5.2023
Walter’s family would like to sincerely thank the staff and residents at Rahiri Care Home, who cared for Walter over the last 5 years, firstly at Day Care and then as a resident. The love, the care and the attention you gave to all of our family will never be forgotten. Thank you to all who supported us with gifts of food, baking, cards and visits. Also to those who joined with us to celebrate Walter’s life and say their good byes we sincerely thank you all. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement.

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