BIRSE, Jessie Isobel
Peacefully on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at Calvary Hospital, Invercargill, in her 99th Year. Beloved wife of the late Cliff. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Neil and Dawn, Keith and Margaret, the late Janice, Jill and Geoff Burns. Loved nana of all her grand, great-grand, and great-great-grandchildren. Loved daughter of Johnanna* and John* Henry. A loved sister of Ina*, Molly*, Bob*, Betty*, Edith*, and Joan*. A loved aunty and great-aunty to all her nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews. A special thanks to friends and relatives for your visits and your support, and also to the kind staff at Calvary Hospital. A Service to celebrate Jessie‘s life will be held in the St Andrews Church, Elles Road, Invercargill, on Monday, June 12, 2023 at 1.00pm, followed by an interment at The Eastern Cemetery, Invercargill. Messages to “Birse family” at PO Box 632, Invercargill or leave a message on Jessie‘s tribute page or view the livestream at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/jessie
*Denotes deceased.
MORRESEY, Ben Patrick
Tragically as a result of a vehicle accident, out doing what he loved in the Hunter Hills, on June 3, 2023, aged 16 years. Dearly loved son of Greg and Ali, adored brother of Alexa, loved grandson of Tony and Sue Morresey and Ian and Janet McGregor and a much-loved nephew and fun-loving cousin. A service for Ben will be held at the Waimate A&P Pavilion, 26 Hakataramea Highway, Waimate, on Sunday, June 11 at 1.30pm, thereafter private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to The Morresey Family, C/- PO Box 772, Timaru 7940.
We love you Ben. We are forever proud of you and all that you achieved alongside your mates in your action-packed 16 years x
ARNOLD, Trevor John
Passed away peacefully in his 86th year. Loved son of David and Margarita. Much loved husband of Diane Adele Eades. Loved father and father-in-law of Andre, Angela, Rochelle and Stephen, and grandfather of Tahlia and Jean-Luc; Kaan; Caleb and Ethan; and great-grandfather of Leo and Sasha. Loved brother of David, Brian, Marjorie, Maureen, Shirley, Colleen, Ronald, Desmond, Lorraine, Terrance, Beverley and Derek. A Requiem Mass to celebrate Trevor’s life will be held at St Michaels Catholic Church, 8 Beatrice’s Place, Remuera, on Saturday 10th, June at 1.00pm followed by private cremation. All contact through Davis Funeral Care 09 638 9026.
BAIRD, Mary WinifredSister Mary Anna
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Peacefully, in the loving care of the Cedar Unit staff at St Andrews Rest Home, Dunedin on June 6, 2023. Dearly loved Sister of the New Zealand Dominican Sisters, in the 58th year of her Religious Profession. Loved daughter of William* and Mollie* Baird, cherished sister and sister-in-law of Bill* and Kelly, Philip* and Aileen, Annie Small*, Stephen and Marg*, treasured aunt of her nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Dr Marie Neilan, Dr Joel Papak and all the staff at Ward 7A Dunedin Public Hospital for their care of Mary Anna. Funeral arrangements to come.
*Denotes deceased.
Gillions Funeral Services Ltd
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STOKDIJK, Gerritdina
Passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2023, at Lady Diana Isaac Rest Home after a long illness, to be safe with her Lord. Loving wife to Nicolaas Pluem. Much loved mother of the late Jane and the late Meredith. Messages for Gerritdina may be posted to the Stokdijk Family, C/- PO Box 31300, Christchurch 8444. A Graveside Service to celebrate Gerritdina’s life and faith will be held in The Springston Public Cemetery, Weedons Road, Lincoln, on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 2.00pm.
TAUEKI, William Barney
Passed away on 5th June 2023 at Arohanui Hospice, Palmerston North. Loving husband of Waipuarangi Jean (dec). Son of Wiremu Pehi Katene and Henni Kiri Ka Taueki. Big Tuakana of all his sisters and brothers. Loved father of Diane (Levin), William Barney and Deann (America), Daedre and Tony (Australia), Heeni Kiri Kaa (dec), Niel Nirai (Paraparaumu). Loved by his mokos Charlene Hera Taueki, Winiata and Awhina, Aly and Garth, Angela and Daniel, Mona and Pete, Travis and Jashana, Teresa and Ene, Chiquita and John, Alex and Stephanie, Sylvia and Jess, Billene and Levi, Ngahuia and his great and great-great-mokopuna. A Service for William will be held on Wednesday 7th June (TODAY), at 2.30pm, at The Avenue Crematorium, Avenue North, Levin, followed by ashes interment on Friday 9th June at Amahua Urupa, Gladstone, Wairarapa.
WOODILL, Ian David
Unexpectedly, at home in Takamatua, on June 3, 2023, aged 77 years. Much loved dad of Shane, and Lara, loved step-father of Stephanie, a proud and amazing Grandad of Aidan, and Jade, and a special friend of Ruth. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Ian Woodill, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Funeral Service for Ian will be held at St Peter’s Anglican Church, 10 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa, on Friday, June 9, 2023, at 12.30pm, followed by burial at Akaroa Anglican Cemetery.
CARTER, Carmel Margaret (nee Orange)
Formerly Sister Mary Peter of the Sisters of St Joseph Wanganui. Passed away peacefully in Browns Bay on Friday 2nd June, aged 90. Beloved wife of the late Nick Carter. Dearly missed by siblings; twin sister Cecile, Dorothy, Peter, the late Trisha, Lillian, the late Gael, Richard, Brian, Graeme and Joan.
A life of Faith,
Service and Love.
A service for Carmel is being held at St John the Baptist Catholic Church, 87 Hastings Road, Mairangi Bay on Friday 9th June at 11.00am, followed by private cremation.
ROBINSON, Allan Geoffrey
Loved eldest son of the late Les and Effie (née Carter), brother of Paul (Australia) and of the late David (Australia), former husband of Daniela, lifelong friend to many. Dedicated RNZ Concert listener, keen reader, interested in ideas and world events till the end, passed away peacefully on Sunday June 4, 2023. Funeral at Holy Trinity Avonside Friday June 9, 11am, garden flowers only. Donations to Christian World Service (cws.org.nz). Memories or messages to PO Box 32134, Christchurch.
McBAIN, Ronald Lindsay
Peacefully with his family by his side at Peacehaven Rest Home on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, in his 89th year. Loved husband of Colleen, and a loved father, father-in-law, Grandad and Great-Grandad. A private cremation has been held. Messages to 77 Dunlop Street, Wallacetown 9816.
JURGENS, Dorothy Helen (Dot)
Late of Marton. Passed away peacefully at Julia Wallace Retirement Village on Monday, 5th June 2023. Aged 95 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ted. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Denise and Chris Satherley (Linton), Butch and Chrissie (Palmerston North), and Christine and Ian Cochrane (Auckland). Much loved Grandma Dot to her 8 grandchildren and 17 great-great-grandchildren.
"At home with her Lord"
A service for Dot will be held at St Luke’s Lutheran Church, 250 Church Street, Palmerston North, on Friday 9th June 2023, at 11am. Followed by interment at Marton Lutheran Cemetery, Pukepapa Road, Marton, at approx 2pm.
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SPACKMAN, Peter Geoffrey (Spacky)
Set sail on Sunday, June 4, 2023 at Holly Lea Village, Christchurch, surrounded by his family and friends, aged 70 years. Dearly loved husband of Kate. Loved and cherished father and father-in-law of Tim and Laura (Midland, Texas); and Sally. Loved Grandad of Hailey (Midland, Texas). Special thanks to the wonderful caring staff at Holly Lea Village for Peter’s exceptional care. Messages to the Spackman family, c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145. In memory of Peter, donations to the Braintree Wellness Centre would be appreciated and may be made directly via https
KURESA, Tuimaseve Poliko Matua
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at Christchurch Hospital on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, aged 61 years. Loved husband of Tumema Kuresa, dedicated father of Marina and Rev. Samuelu Lene, Jade and Wikitoria, Pu’apu’a and Alex, Lagi and Mani, and Fogafu and Junior, loving granddad and papa of all his grandchildren. Loved son of the late Valuniu Uesiliana and Fogaafu Kuresa, brother of Matua Tafia and Vikili, Lagi, the late Matavao Atina’e, Wes and Tia, Conley and Jazz, and Nesa and Carlos, loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Tuimaseve Poliko’s life will be held at ILT Stadium Southland, Isabella Street, Invercargill, on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at 9.30am, followed by interment at the Eastern Cemetery. The family wishes to acknowledge the doctors and nurses at Te Whatu Ora, Southern (Emergency Department), the helicopter service staff, and the doctors and nurses at Te Whatu Ora, Waitaha (ICU Department). Messages to 23 Lothian Crescent, Invercargill or to his tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where there is also a livestream link to the service.
COOPER, Graham
Passed away at Nurse Maude Hospital on Friday, June 2, 2023, after a prolonged illness, aged 82 years. Dearly loved life time partner of Nancy. Father to Marie, Richard, Sheridan, Tracy and Gina. Father-in-law to Alan. Loved Grandad to Benjamin, Georgia, Jonny, Jordan, Finn, Harry, Connor, and Joseph. Loved youngest son of the late Rita and Albert Cooper and younger brother of Bert Cooper. Our family would like to thank the nurses, doctors and staff at Burwood Hospital and latterly at Nurse Maude Hospital. No words can express our appreciation to both hospitals as the care and attention from everyone has helped us through the worst time. No flowers please but donations to St John would be much appreciated and made online https
ALDRIDGE, Gloria Jean (Lucky)
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday 4 June 2023 at 11.11pm, aged 76 years. Loved Mum of Lorraine, Sharon, and Wayne. Cherished Nan/Nana of Stan, Amanda, Megan, Ben, Justin, Crystal, and the late Michael. Beloved G-Nan to all of her great-grandchildren. All messages to the Aldridge family, C/- 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North. A service for Gloria will be held at Beauchamp Chapel, 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North on Friday 9 June 2023 at 11.11am.
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