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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HIND, Ngaire Sutherland

Died peacefully at McKenzie Healthcare, Geraldine, on April 19, 2023. Beloved 3rd daughter of the late Kate and Bill Saunders. Much loved sister and sister-in-law of the late Merle and Jim Park, the late Lorna and Jack Galwey, and Valerie and Adrian Davison (both resident at McKenzie Healthcare). Dearly loved and admired by all of her nieces and nephews.
We all miss her love, wisdom and her fantastic spirit.
Rest peacefully.

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DODSON, Jan

Passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. Aged 85 years. Will be dearly missed by her family and friends. A Memorial Service to follow when the flowers are in bloom. Messages to 111 Princes Drive, Britannia Heights, Nelson 7010.

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WHITFIELD, Christina Winifred (nee Beckett)

Passed away peacefully on May 29, 2023, aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of the late David Alan, much loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Kay and Jeff Suddens, and Pam and Chris Lilley. Cherished Grandmother of Laura, Cameron and Jonathan; Mark, Rachael and Vicki and much loved Gran to her eleven great-grandchildren. Known for her love for Jesus and generous heart, she will be greatly missed. A private Funeral was held on Friday.
“Gone to be with her Lord and Saviour, forever in our memory.”

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KING, Roger Fendall

Passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023, aged 94 years. Loved husband of the late Valerie and loved father of Margaret, Carolyn and Errol. Treasured grandad of Tegan. Adored Poppa to Oliver, Erin and Liliana. Memorial Service will be held at St Paul’s Church, Waimea West Road, Brightwater, on Monday, June 5, at 1.00pm.

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Elizabeth Schluter

Eternal love
Our love for you started at forever and will end at never.
On the 28th May 2023, Elizabeth Schulter "Libby" was welcomed with open arms by Normie, Kathleen and Annabel Schluter in Heaven. We love her deeply and will forever carry her in our hearts.
"Libby" will forever be sister to Michael, Richard, Barbara and Tony; sister in-law to Jean, Mary, Umberto & Eileen; mother to Charlotte; grand-mother to Ana and Anthony; aunt to Phillip, Dean, Daniel, Benjamin, Miranda, Annabel, Olivia, Luisa, Cristina, Robert, Kathy, Kevin, Theresa; great-aunt to many wonderful and cherished great-nephews and great-nieces.
May Normie, Kathleen and Annabel be keeping you safe now, holding your hand when you are scared, comforting you in your sleep and lavishing you with unconditional love.
Love is an eternal flame that burns for all time

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WRIGHT, Pauline Annette (nee Hayman)

Peacefully on May 29, 2023, in the comfort of her own home at Maltworks Villas, Heathcote Valley. Aged 81 years. Loved wife of Alan, mother of Gregory and Justine, mother-in-law of Don, and grandmother of Elise and Alain. Sister and sister-in-law of John and Barbara, Muriel and the late Gordon, and the late Beverley, Pamela, and their families. The family wish to thank all of the Nurse Maude nurses for their care and kindness. A private family cremation has been held.

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MORTON, Ivan John

MStJ
On 31st May 2023, peacefully at Chiswick Park Rest Home, formerly of Tangimoana, aged 95. Loved husband of Marguerite. Loved father of Pauline and Charlie Bethune, Richard and Elizabeth Morton, Jenny and Pete Munn, Thomas, and Vicky Morton. Loved stepfather of Paula and Stephen, and a grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather. Many thanks to the staff at Chiswick Park for their care and attention given to Ivan during his stay there. At Ivan’s request a private cremation has been held.

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PRINT, Richard Graham (Graham)

Passed away peacefully at Waikato Hospital on Tuesday, 30th May 2023, to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of Esther. Much loved father and father-in-law of Ryan & Jeannie, Deryk & Hannah and the late Dayna. Loved Poppa of Pippa, Levi, Alister, Pearce, Talyn, Harvey and Ari. A memorial service for Graham will be held at The Cambridge Baptist Church, Queen Street, Cambridge, on Wednesday, 7th June 2023 at 1.00pm. All communications to the Print Family, c/-3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434.

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WOODWARD, Thomas Hugh (Hugh)

Passed away peacefully on May 30, 2023, at Mayfair Retirement Village, aged 88. Former husband of Norma (deceased). Loved father and father-in-law of Toni and Stephen, and Thomas. Grandad to Mischale and Raoul. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Colin and Pauline, Marie, Anne and Brian. Uncle, great, and great-great-uncle to his nieces and nephews. We want to thank and acknowledge the loving care given to dad by the staff at Mayfair Retirement Village.
Rest in peace DAD
In accordance with Dad’s wishes a private service will be held. Messages can be made to Hope Funeral Christchurch, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042.

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WOODWARD, Hugh (Thomas Hugh)

6.4.1935 — 30.5.2023
Dear and loved friend, companion, sparring partner (verbal only) of Margaret Mills for the past 28 years. We met on the golf course and had numerous trips through NZ at chartered club tournaments; so much fun and satisfying. Hugh was also a stalwart supporter of my family,
Peter and Michelle, Grant (deceased), Lisa and Matt, he really showed he cared. Much gratitude to the staff at Mayfield Retirement Village; they were so kind and caring. They have angel wings hidden in their uniforms. Hugh succumbed to ill-health on Tuesday and he’s now resting in well-deserved peace, love you sweetie. If you wish, messages can be sent to margnhugh@gmail.com. Ph 348 5641 or 131 Wairakei Rd, Bryndwr.

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FLYNN, Kay Sharron

Of Paraparaumu, on 31st May 2023, aged 74. Very dearly loved wife of Laurie; mother of Jeffrey & Amy and Michelle; grandma of Poppy; daughter of the late John Ireland & Joan Solomon; sister of Jill, Richard and Teiringa. Kay will be fondly remembered by her extended family and friends within the community groups she participated in. The family sincerely wish to thank those who have cared for Kay over this time. In lieu of flowers donations to Mary Potter Hospice at www.marypotter.org.nz... would be appreciated. Message to ‘the Flynn’ family may be posted c/- PO Box 723, Paraparaumu or placed on Kay’s tribute page at www.tributes.co.nz... . A service to celebrate Kay’s life will be held in the Harbour City Funeral Home Chapel, 300 Kapiti Road, Paraparaumu, on Thursday 8th June 2023 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation.

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SATHERLEY, Ronald Mark Luke

Kick off was 8 July 1959. Final whistle blew 30 May 2023 on home turf. Beloved husband and soulmate to Suzanne for 40 years. Loving father to Josh, Adrian, Tara and Matt. Playful grandad to Jack, Dean, Blake and Ethan. Brother, uncle, colleague, coach and friend. To celebrate Ron’s life, a service will be held at Haven Falls, 42 Burden Ave, Wainuiomata, on 7 June 2023 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation.

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McCLOY, John Joseph

On May 31, 2023 peacefully at Maniototo Hospital, aged 87 years. Much loved Dad of Maureen McCloy and Mike Flaws (Christchurch), Jennifer McCloy (Melbourne), the late Antony and his partner Peter Tang, Daphne and Ken Millar (Western Australia), Fiona and Dan Arthur (Christchurch), loved Pop of Luke, and Jade, Hugo, Luca, and Eloise, loved special cousin of George and his partner Wil, and former husband of Colleen.
R.I.P.
Special thanks to the staff of Maniototo Hospital for their wonderful care and support. Requiem Mass will be celebrated for John in the Church of the Sacred Heart, 4 Stuart Street, Ranfurly, on Friday, June 9 at 11 00am, followed by interment in the Ranfurly Cemetery. Messages to 24 Thomas Street, Ranfurly 9332.

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BURGESS, Marie Rita

Passed away peacefully on Monday, May 29, 2023, aged 99 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Bill, caring mother, and mother-in-law of Jim (deceased) and Trish, Bill (deceased) and Lynette, Gerald and Kim, and Michael and Gemma. Loved Grandma of Carlene, Max, Jenna (deceased), and Tilly; Lisa, Glen, and Shelly; Hannah, Cameron, Charlotte, Kate, and Bill; Jackson, and Ruby. Very special great-grandmother of her 19 great-grandchildren. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Marie Burgess, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545, or to

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MARSTERS, Margaret Ngaroimata (Maggie)

Unexpectedly, with whanau by her side, at Dunedin Hospital, on Thursday, June 1, 2023, aged 61 years. Dearly loved partner of Jeff, much loved Mum and mother-in-law of Khristal and Tomoana (Kalgoorlie, WA), Jazmyne and Grant (Wellington), Martin (Rotorua), Adrian and Nikita and the late Dyna (Kalgoorlie, WA), Kane and China (Dunedin), Stephanie and Corey (Mossburn), loved Nanna Ma of all her mokopuna. Dearly loved Bub to her brothers and sisters and a loved Aunty of all her nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Maggie’s life will be held at the Mataura Community Centre, 2 McQueen Avenue, on Wednesday, June 7, at 1.00pm, followed by cremation. Livestream link available www.southernfuneralhome.co.nz.... A special thank you to all the ICU staff at Dunedin Hospital for their exceptional care of Maggie and to all her Mataura Whanau. Messages to 31 Albion Street, Mataura 9712.

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