SMITH (Bank), Sophie Malinda
On June 2, 2023, peacefully at Te Omanga Hospice with her family at her side, aged 44 years. Dearly loved wife of Neil. Much loved mother of Charlotte, and step-mother of Blake and Ryker, treasured daughter of John and Christine, daughter-in-law of Malcolm & Susan, sister and sister-in-law to Amanda & Matt, Jeremy & Tash, Andy & Nicky, Kath & John, & Craig & Stephanie, adored aunt of Josh, Levi, Lulu, Fin, Meg, Hadley, Caleb, Molly, Siena, Ivy, George, Greta, and James. Special thanks to the staff at Te Omanga Hospice for their loving care shown to Sophie and family. In lieu of flowers, donations to Te Omanga Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service or via https
ALLTREE, Robert Edward
Aged 62 years. Passed away suddenly. Much loved son of Graeme & Margaret, brother of Helenmary & Alan & Suzanne. Father of Scott, Jessica & Kate. Grandad Bob to Penelope & George and friend to many. A private family service will be held, followed by a celebration of his life, at the Rose & Crown on Wednesday 7 June 2023 from 2.00pm onwards.
DAVIS, Shanthi
Peacefully at home with her family by her side on the 31st May 2023. Much loved wife of the late Chandra, loved mother of Anil and the late Nirmal and the late Sathish, Loved Nana of Teesh and Lakshmi. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Cancer Research Trust NZ. A service to celebrate Shanthi’s life will be at St Mark’s Wesley Uniting Church, 58 Woburn Road, Woburn on Thursday 8th June 2023 at 11.00am.
RUBEN, Jack
Peacefully at Te Hopai on 31st May 2023. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A celebration of Jack’s life will be held at the Wellington Club, 88 The Terrace, on Thursday 8th June at 3.30pm - 4.00pm. Our heartfelt thanks to the team at Te Hopai Hospital for their great skills, dedication and kindness in caring for Jack.
WILLIAMS, Pamela Rose (Pam)
Died peacefully at Christchurch Hospital after a short illness on Wednesday May 31 2023, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Gordon, cherished mum and mother-in-law of Jenny and Phil, adored Nana of Lila and Evie, treasured sister of David, Rosie and Neil, an amazing aunt and sister-in-law to their families and a loving and supportive friend to so many. Messages may be addressed to the family of the late Pam Williams, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations in Pam’s memory to a charity of your choice. A celebration of Pam’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside Christchurch, on Thursday June 8 at 10.00am.
McLENNAN, Malcolm James
Died May 11, 2023, aged 82 years. Dearly loved eldest son of the late Len and Nora McLennan. Adored brother and brother-in-law of Eleanor and John, Bruce and Shirley, Ray and Elizabeth, Mark and LeRoy. A much loved uncle and nephew. His funeral service has been held and he is buried in the RSA section of the Waitara Cemetery. Messages for his siblings may be sent to PO Box 22300, Christchurch 8140.
ADAMS, Beatrice Margaret (Margaret)
At Essie Summers Retirement Village, on Thursday, June 1, 2023, aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Walter, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Yvonne and Robin, and Geoff and Stephanie. Cherished Nanna of Andrew and Emma, Abbey and Sean, Frazer and Georgina, Leo and Em, and American honorary granddaughter Heather. Great-Nanna of Zoe, and Hunter. In lieu of flowers, donations to Dementia Canterbury would be appreciated and may be made directly online at
TUTAKI, Nancy
Peacefully on the 2nd of June 2023 at Eventhorpe Care Facility. Loved mother of Tania, and Mack Rata. Registered nurse of over 40 plus years. A service for Nancy will be held on 3 June 2023 at the Seddon Park Funeral Home Chapel, cnr Seddon Road and Somerset Street, Frankton, Hamilton. 11.00am – 1.00pm followed by burial at Hamilton Park Cemetery, Newstead at 1.30pm. All communications to the Tutaki family C/- PO Box 5523, Frankton, Hamilton 3242.
BERRYMAN, Lesley Anne (nee Mitchinson)
Peacefully at Hutt Hospital on 1 June 2023, aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of the late John (JB); mother and mother-in-law of Lindsay (Levin), Stephen and Susan (Wellington), Alison and Mike (Blenheim), and Hilary (Wellington); special Gran to Rachel and Emma, Sarah and Jack. Thank you to the teams at Bob Scott and Hutt Hospital for their care. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated via wfa.org.nz or may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Lesley’s life will be held at Gee & Hickton, Cornwall Manor, corner Knights Rd & Cornwall St, Lower Hutt, on Thursday 8th June 2023 at 2.30pm, followed by private cremation. All messages to “The Berryman Family”, C/- PO Box 30127, Lower Hutt. The service will be live-streamed, please contact Gee & Hickton for details.
Gee & Hickton, FDANZ www.geeandhickton.co.nz04... 528 2331.
CASEY, Martin Robert
In his 94th year, hung up his overalls for the last time, dying peacefully at Waikari Hospital on June 1, 2023. Much loved husband of the late Anne and father and father-in-law to Colin and Jeanette, Dennis, Chris and Mike, and Leonie. Loved brother and brother-in-law to Frank (dec), Pauline and Robert (dec), Trish, Gerald and Shirley, and Des and Angela. Beloved Pa to 8 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Thank you to the wonderful staff at Waikari Hospital and thank you to Jeanette, for the care you gave Marty in his final years. A celebration of Martin’s life will be held at the Waipara Hall, 1.00pm, Wednesday, June 7, followed by a private interment.
Forever in our hearts.
HARRIS, Graham Miles
On Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at Windsorcare Hospital, Christchurch, aged 89 years. Devoted husband of Muriel, cherished father of Lynne and Robyn, father-in-law of Denis, much loved Poppa of Yasmin, India and Emir. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude may be made online by following the link nursemaude.org.nz Special thanks to the staff at Windsor for their loving care of Graham. Messages to the Harris family, c/- 19 London St, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. A farewell to celebrate Graham’s life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, on Friday, June 9, at 10.00am, entry from London or Whitmore Sts, Christchurch.
COUTTS, Sophia Pringle Penman (nee Thompson) (Tuppy)
On Thursday, June 1, 2023, at Peacehaven, Invercargill, in her 96th year. Dearly loved wife of Robert*, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Dawne Pagan, Sharyn and Howard* Bailey (Rolleston), Neville and Noelene, Phillip and Joanne; dearly loved Nana of her 10 grandchildren, her 14 great-grandchildren and her 3 great-great-grandchildren. A service to celebrate Tuppy’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill, on Tuesday, June 6 at 1.00pm. Interment to follow at the Eastern Cemetery. You are invited to join the service via livestream by going to the Avenal Park website, obituaries page and clicking on the link on Tuppy’s page. Messages to Cottage 36, 498 Tweed Street, Invercargill 9812.
(*denotes deceased)
VINCENT, Harrison (Harry)
On May 31, 2023, passed peacefully at The Oaks Care Centre and Village, in his 93rd year. Much loved husband of the late Mavis, loved father and father-in-law of John and Catherine, and the late Allison. Much loved poppa of Damien-J, Grace, Annaleze, and friend to Joshua. Thank you to the staff at The Oaks for their kindness and support. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Harry Vincent, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service to Celebrate Harry’s life will be held in Lincoln Union Church, 20 James Street, Lincoln, on Wednesday, June 7, at 1.00pm. Private cremation thereafter.
BEGG, Charles Murray
On June 1, 2023, peacefully at Lady Wigram Retirement Village, surrounded by his loving family; in his 99th year. Dearly loved husband of the late (Mary) May, loved father and father-in-law of David and Vicki, John and Annette, and Graeme and Megan. Cherished grandad of Amy, Sarah, Emma, Lee, Iain, Kelly, Darryl, Rachel, and a loved great-grandad of Logan, Jackson, Ben, Emily, Isla, Lachlan, Harriet, William, Sasha, Eleanor, Everett, Hunter and Zach. Thank you to all the staff at Lady Wigram for their care and support. Messages to the Begg family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A private cremation will be held and a Memorial Celebration will be held in St Mark’s, 150 Withells Road, Avonhead, on Friday, June 30, at 2.00pm.
SPARKS, Joy
It is with great great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Joy Sparks on Tuesday 30 May. Treasured and dearly loved partner of Bruce Sparks. Precious and dearly loved mum and mum-in-law to Samantha and Olivier Lacoua, Simon Skelton and Lisa Cox. Loved sister of Liz. Adored step-mum to Wendy and Sandra Sparks. Loved Nanny of Ophelie and Gena-Lee Lacoua and Jamie Skelton. Long life friend of John Skelton. A dancing partner to many in the Happy Feet dancing group of Levin.
Those who touch our lives, stay in our hearts forever.
She will be sorely missed.
A celebration of Joy’s life will be held at The Funeral Home, 545 Queen St., Levin on Tuesday 6 June 2023 at 11.00am.
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