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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CASE, Sandra Violet

On Sunday, May 28, 2023, in her 73rd year. Dearly loved wife and best friend of Richard for 54 years. Adored mother and mother-in-law of Shane and Connie, and Kelvin. Much loved sister of Carol Sowerby, and loved Aunty of Nadine, Sean, and Jeffrey. In keeping with Sandra’s wishes, a private service will be held. Messages can be sent to the Case family, c/- 164 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson 7011.

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BEVERIDGE, Keith Joseph

Passed away peacefully, on May 28, 2023, in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Annette, loved father and father-in-law of Stephen and Tania, Shaun and Yvette, treasured grandad of Eden, Jordan, Cody; Matthew, Sophie; and Harrison. Brother and brother-in-law of Noel and Christine, Brian and Val, and Olga and Derry. Son of the late Joseph and Theresa. Special thanks to the staff at Radius Hawthorne, for their care and compassion. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Keith Beveridge, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The Funeral Service for Keith will be held in Lamb and Hayward’s Wigram Chapel, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram, on Friday, June 2, at 10.30am, followed by a burial at St Saviour’s Churchyard, Templeton.

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McEWING, George Cameron (Cam)

Passed away on 26th May 2023, aged 94. Dearly loved husband of the late Pamela. Much loved father of John and Sandra and in-laws Carolann and Mike. Cherished Grandad of Tessa, Alan and Sean. A private celebration will be held for family and close friends.

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SCARF, Althea Edith (nee Quinn)

Passed away peacefully at Timaru Hospital on Sunday, May 28, 2023; aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of Frank for 65 years. Loved mum and mother-in-law of Grant and Dorothy, and Donna and Neil Hitchcox. Adored grandma/nana of Matthew, Jacob, Jonathan, Daniel, Jack, and Kimberley. Great-grandmother of Isabelle, and Piper. A service to celebrate Althea’s life will be held at Aoraki Funeral Services Chapel, 160 Mountain View Road, Timaru, on Friday, June 2, 2023 at 11.00am. Messages to

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CLEAVE, John Frederick

Passed away doing what he loved on his farm at home on 28 May 2023, aged 85. Husband, soulmate and workmate for 66 years to Rose, Dad to Wayne, Kym, Warwick, Brendon and their partners, Grandad John to 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. The Cleave family Kauri has fallen. A private cremation has been held. Correspondence to 323 Maungatawhiri Road, RD1, Raglan 3295.

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PO-CHING, David Ellice

A gentle, loving man
now at rest.
Passed peacefully surrounded by his whanau. Loving and devoted husband of Lyn, and loving father of Darlene, Davina and Steve, Jade and Keepa. A loving friend to all. David will be lying at Puniho Pa from Tuesday 30th May at 4.00pm. Service at Puniho Pa on Thursday 1st June at 10.30am. All are welcome.

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MASON, Walter Neville (Neville)

On May 28, 2023, peacefully and unexpectedly with family at his side, aged 80 years. A much admired husband and soulmate of Trish for 59 years, a dearly loved and cherished father and father-in-law of Sharon (deceased), Shane and Tracey, Michelle and Stephen, and a treasured ‘Poppy’ of Amy, Melissa, Hollie; Cullen, Shania; Casey and Chloe (London). A dearly loved brother of Shirley, Beverley (deceased), Allison (deceased), Barbara (deceased), Glenys, Ronald, and Raylene.
“Now flying high”
If you would like to spend some time with Neville, he will be at home on Thursday. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Neville Mason, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service to Celebrate Neville’s life will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Saturday, June 3, at 10.00am, burial to follow at Yaldhurst Cemetery. To watch a livestream of the service, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in Neville’s obituary.

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BULL, Mark Hamish (Uncle Mark)

Peacefully on May 28, 2023, aged 84 years. A much loved brother of Biddy, and Miles (deceased). A best mate of Richard and Joanna, and their four children Maggie, Max, Patrick, and Henry. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Mark Bull, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of Mark’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Friday, June 2, at 10.00am.

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CARTER, Lynette Marguerite (Lyn) (née Maddock)

On Friday, May 26, 2023, unexpectedly, but peacefully at home, aged 64 years. Loved partner and best mate of Andy, loved sister of Wayne, Kevin, and Jo, loved Mum of Hannah, Min, Malcolm, Margaret, Melissa, Nick, and Justin, loved sister-in-law, mother-in-law, Nannie Lynnie, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Lyn Carter c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Breast Cancer Foundation - a cause she supported passionately, would be appreciated, and may be made online at breastcancerfoundation.org.nz. The celebration of Lyn’s life will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Friday, June 2, at 10.30am. To watch a livestream of the service, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in Lyn’s obituary.

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McKENZIE, RichardAlexander (Dick)

Passed away peacefully on May 21, 2023, at Nazareth House, aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Shirley. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Alex, Kathy and Jim Tabak, and Andrew and Margot. Dearly loved stepfather of Wayne and the late Judith Woodward, Pauline and Stephen Mitchell, Gary and Karen, Tony and Julie, and Darrell Woodward, also loved by Faye and Bevan, and Joan and Peter. Much loved and respected grandfather ‘‘Grandy’’ to all of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dearly loved best friend of Pauline Condick. As per Dick’s wishes, a private family graveside service has been held.
Will always be loved
Rest in peace

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RUSH, Jocelyn Elsie (nee Clarkson)

Passed away peacefully at Wellington Hospital, aged 86 years. Loving wife of Arthur Eric (deceased). Loving Mother to Murray and Sheryl. Mother-in-law to Vivien, Kevin and Danny (Deceased). Loving Nana to Jessica, Loren and William, Michael and Holland. Nana Gran to Elouise. A service to celebrate Jocelyn’s life will be held at Coast Community Church, 57 Hinemoa Street, Paraparaumu at 2.00pm, on Friday 2nd June 2023. Followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers a donation to Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated. Wfa.org.nz

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HUGHES, David Edwin

Our beloved David passed away on Sunday 28th May 2023 as the result of a tragic accident. Aged 28 years. Very loved and precious son of Barry and Jeanette. The best brother you could ever have to Emma, Harley and Alice. Cherished brother-in-law to Sam and Skye, and fun loving uncle to Harper, Isla and Darcy. A much loved grandson by his grandparents. A loyal friend who was always there for everyone.
“David was one of the best, outrageous, full of life and will be deeply missed.”
David will be resting at his family home, 93 Te Rehunga North Road, Dannevirke, until the day of his service and the family welcome all who wish to come and say goodbye. A service for David will be held at ‘The Hub’, entrance off Allardice Street, Dannevirke, on Saturday 3rd June at 11.30am, followed by a private cremation.

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CARTER, Lynette Marguerite (Lyn)(née Maddock)

On Friday, May 26, 2023, unexpectedly, but peacefully at home, aged 64 years. Loved partner and best mate of Andy, loved sister of Wayne, Kevin, and Jo, loved Mum of Hannah, Min, Malcolm, Margaret, Melissa, Nick, and Justin, loved sister-in-law, mother-in-law, Nannie Lynnie, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Lyn Carter c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Breast Cancer Foundation - a cause she supported passionately, would be appreciated, and may be made online at breastcancerfoundation.org.nz. The celebration of Lyn’s life will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, Christchurch, on Friday, June 2, at 10.30am. To watch a livestream of the service, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in Lyn’s obituary.

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McKIBBIN, Vivienne (Viv)

Our dear Mumsy and Nana. Passed away too soon, in her sleep aged 70.
“You will be dearly missed”
A service will be held at the Richmond Church of Christ, Crn of Croucher and Darcy St, Richmond. On Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 11.30am.

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WATSON, Win

Peacefully at Riverleigh Care Centre, surrounded by her family on 29 May 2023, aged 88 years. Loved wife of the late Phil; mother of Pauline and the late Mark; grandmother of Hamish, Stefan, Andrea and Bruce. Special thanks to the staff at Riveleigh for their loving care. A funeral service for Win will be held in St Patrick’s Catholic Church, cnr Main Road & Stanley Street, Wainuiomata on Thursday 1 June at 2.00pm and thereafter private cremation. All messages to “The Watson family”, c/- PO Box 30 127, Lower Hutt 5040.

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