van der VELDT, Josephus (Jos)
Jos passed away peacefully at the Nelson Tasman Hospice on Sunday, June 4, 2023. Dearly loved husband of Jeannie, loved Jos to Marie and Mark, and adored Pa to Jordan and Connor. Loved brother of Emmy and Philip (Netherlands), Jann (Canada), and sisters-in-law and nieces and nephews. A gentle friend and mentor to many. A funeral service for Jos will be held at Whakatu Presbyterian Church, Songer Street, Stoke, on Friday, June 9, at 1.00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nelson Tasman Hospice would be appreciated. Messages to Villa 83, 1 Hill Street North, Richmond 7020.
HEALEY, David Keith (Keith)
Passed away peacefully at Tauranga Hospital on 29th May 2023 after a short illness. Keith will be lovingly remembered by his wife Sandra, children, Terry, Nigel, Stephen, Glenn and their partners, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings and numerous other family members and friends. In accordance with Keith’s wishes, a private family service has been held.
BROWN, John William (Jack)
(Formerly of Granity and Christchurch) On May 26, 2023, peacefully at Christchurch, aged 80 years. Dearly loved son of the late Ella and Bill. Will be sadly missed by his cousins in New Zealand, USA and Australia. A private cremation was held in Christchurch.
SOUTH, Carol Winifred (née Large)
On June 3, 2023, peacefully at Wairau Hospital, aged 78 years. Loved daughter of Vincent and Winifred Large, sister of Beverley, mother of Karin and Rhonda and Nana to Caitlan, James, Cameron, Charlotte, Mathew and Kate. Private cremation, with a close family memorial to be held later in the year.
ATKINSON, Barbara Mary (nee Mace)
Peacefully passed away at Tasman Rest Home on June 6, 2023, in her 78th year. Adored wife of Wallace (Wally). Deeply loved mother of Donna, Dean and Kelvin, mother-in-law of Ian and Sarah, and treasured Nana of Louie and Ailia. Youngest daughter of the late Roy and Mollie Mace. Much loved Aunty and dear friend to many.
We will always love and treasure you. Rest in peace.
A Funeral Service for Barbara will be held at Marsden House Funeral Home, 41 Nile Street, Nelson, on Wednesday, June 14, commencing at 2.00pm. Messages to the Atkinson Family, c/- 41 Nile Street, Nelson 7010.
GRANT, Kenneth Noel (Ken)
On June 6, 2023, passed away peacefully at Springlands Lifestyle Village, Blenheim, aged 80 years. Dearly loved husband of Marie. Much loved father and father-in-law of Campbell Grant and Jonathan Findlay, Treena and Lyndon Smith, and Philippa Grant (Beijing). A treasured Papa of Olive, Fergus, and Louy, brother-in-law, and special uncle. A service to celebrate the life of Ken will be held at the Springlands Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services, 15 Boyce Street, on Tuesday, June 13 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation. For those that can’t attend, the service is being livestreamed and can be viewed on the Cloudy Bay Funeral Services website. Messages to c/- PO Box 9, Blenheim 7240 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz... In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Marlborough Hospice would be appreciated or may be made at the service. Grateful thanks to Springlands Lifestyle Village and District Health Nurses.
McCALLUM, Donald Rudston
On June 6, 2023, peacefully at Ashwood Park Rest Home, aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Janis. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Grant and Sue McCallum, and Roslyn Harris. A treasured Granddad of Thomas, and partner Leanne, Robert, Henry, Edward and late Stuart, Katie and Billy. Messages to RD 4, Riverlands 7274 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz... At Donald’s request, a private cremation has been held.
RUST, Theres Hilda
14.06.1934 — 04.06.2023
Loving sister and sister-in-law of the late Margrit (Gritli) and Rinaldo Rust. Special Aunt to Christine and Trev Savage, Noldy and Bev Rust, Barbara and John Marneth-Rust, Heidi and Paul Fransen, and their children.
Will be remembered with love
MACKENZIE, Wendy Elizabeth
Wendy passed away peacefully at Mary Potter Hospice on 7 June 2023. Loving mother of Marcus, adored daughter of Dr Ron Mackenzie and the late Shirley Mackenzie, much loved sister of Fiona, Alistair, and Andrew. Fabulous aunt of Willie and Nina, and Hannah and Lilly. A celebration of Wendy’s life will be held at The Pines on Monday 12 June at 11.00am, 50 The Esplanade, Houghton Bay, Wellington.
REIHANA, Matthew (Matt)
On June 8, 2023, peacefully surrounded by Whnau, at home, aged 73 years. Much loved father of Marina, and Danny, much loved partner of the late Carol Turner, much loved Koro of his Mokopuna, much loved brother and brother-in-law of all his brothers and sisters, and much loved uncle and friend to many.
Aroha mai, Aroha atu.
A private cremation has been held. Matt’s ashes will be interred in the Piripekapeka Urup at a later date.
BLACKLER, Ross Leonidas
On June 6, 2023, suddenly and unexpectedly, at home, aged 61 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Suzie, proud and loving dad and best mate of Brad, and Grace, and loved by his favourite four-legged best friend Gus. Much loved son of Mike and Nan (both deceased), and stepson of Teressa, and the late Bob, dearly loved brother of Michele, beloved son-in-law of Helen and John Cummings, and a much loved brother-in-law, uncle, and friend to many.
Rest in peace
Thank you to the Emergency Services who attended to Ross and provided care in his final moments. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Ross Blackler, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 70 Spencer Street, Addington, on Tuesday, June 13, at 10.00am. Private cremation thereafter. The recitation of the Rosary will be held in the Church on Monday, June 12, at 7.00pm.
BRUNSDON, Dennis James
Passed away on 4th June 2023. Beloved husband of the late Heather Brunsdon. Loved brother of Gwen, Lois and Lyne. Cherished father of Darren, Todd and Scott. Adored grandfather and great-grandfather. A memorial service will be held at Grahams Funeral Home Chapel, West Street, Tuakau, at 2.00pm on Wednesday 14th June.
May he rest in peace
COKER, Charles Fredrick Barrett (Barry)
On 8 June 2023, peacefully in Hamilton; aged 88 years. Father of Lynette, Grahame, Sharon and their families.
Sadly missed, at peace after a long battle.
A private cremation has been held. A memorial farewell for Barry will be held at a later date in July. Details to follow.
WILCE, Leslie James (Les)
On Saturday, May 27, 2023, peacefully in Whakatane Hospital, surrounded by his family, aged 74. Loved husband of Heather, for nearly 50 years. Loved father and father-in-law of Abbey, and James and Joanna. Caring and enthusiastic Poppa to Ella and Jordan. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Ken and Glenda, Ivan and Jonel, Barbra and Mark Brown. In accordance with Les’ wishes, a private cremation has been held. Communications please to the Wilce family, C/- PO Box 2070, Whakatane or online at
willettsfuneralservices.co.nz
CAHUSAC, Julie Patricia
Passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family and friends, on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Nelson Hospital. Dearly loved wife of the late Nikhil Cahusac. Much loved mother and mother-in-law to Charles and Donna Ryan. Treasured grandmother to Gillian and Thomas Ryan, and loving great-grandmother to the fabulous Rio. Cherished sister of Denie Taylor. Many thanks to the wonderful staff at Coastal View Care and Nelson Hospital. In keeping with the family’s wishes, a private time of remembrance will be held. Messages can be sent to Cahusac family, c/- 164 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson 7011.
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