COLES, Sharon Lynnette
On May 28, 2023, suddenly but peacefully at home. Much loved partner of Graeme, and cherished mother of Chris, and Jarrod. Loved by Jerrod, Corina, and Jess, and loved Shanna to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loved sister of Peter, Tony, and Kayla, and a loved mother-in-law, sister-in-law and aunt. Messages to “The family of Sharon Coles”, c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. A celebration of Sharon’s life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, on Friday, June 2, commencing at 4.00pm.
HARVEY, Hamish Anthony John (Ham)
On May 29, 2023, unexpectedly at home, aged 32 years. Loved and cherished partner of Katrina (Kiki). Loved and devoted dad of Dominik and Jethro. Dearly loved son and son-in-law of the late Mike, Nicky and Bryan, and Lesley. Much loved brother of Michelle and Sam, and Jamie and Karl. Cherished uncle and friend to so many.
“Dearly loved and missed greatly.”
Messages may be addressed to The Family of Ham Harvey, c/- PO Box 26112, Christchurch 8148. A Celebration of Ham’s life will be held at the Harewood Memorial Chapel, Wilkinsons Road, Christchurch, on Saturday, June 3, at 11.30am.
BEHRENT, Kelvin John
Kelvin passed away peacefully in his 60th year at Hawera Hospital on Tuesday 30th May 2023, with his loving wife Denise by his side. Cherished dad of Shannon and Ben Drought, and Jason. Adored fun loving pop of Breckyn, Jaylah, Mclayne, Maddyn; Taylen, and Pippa. Communications may be made c/- The Behrent Family, PO Box 605, Hawera 4640. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of Kelvin’s life on Saturday 3rd June 2023 at Tairoa Lodge, Puawai Street, Hawera, commencing at 11.00am, after which the funeral will move to the Hawera Cemetery where Kelvin will be laid to rest.
POTTER, Donald James (Don)
Died peacefully with family by his side, at Elloughton Gardens, Timaru, on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, aged 91. Dearly loved husband of Margaret for 70 years. Treasured father and father-in-law of Greg and Pen, Dallas, Janet and John, and Chrissy and Rob. Beloved grandad Pottsy to Kelly, Sara, Julian, Bella, Molly and Madeline. Great-grandad to Finn and Olly. Special thanks to the nurses and staff at Elloughton Gardens, and the fantastic ‘at home’ carers who looked after Don over the years. At Don’s request, a private service will be held. Messages to the Potter family, c/- PO Box 772, Timaru 7940.
ALDRIDGE, Leslie James (Jim)
On May 29, 2023, peacefully, in his sleep, at Ashburton, aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Betty. Much loved father of Rodney, Lesley, and Jeffrey. Loved Pop of James, Dylan, Karl, Amelia, Kyle, and Leyton, and great-grandfather of Kalyn, Cody, Jack, and Luka. Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Messages to the Aldridge family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Jim’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Friday, June 2, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.
RIDDICK, Rita Margaret
Passed away at Thornleigh Rest Home on Monday 29th May 2023, aged 91. Dearly loved wife of the late Ted and treasured mother of Marilyn and the late Alan Kirk, Sheryll and John Lamb, Lynette Gee and Bruce Black and Allan Riddick and Tracey Mitchell. Very special Nana of Paula, Nicholas, Philippa, Michael, Yvette, Leteisha, Jesscynta, Amelia and Meghan. Loving great-nana of Katie, Jacob, Zachariah, Inali and Avery. Special friend of Bronwyn McCurdy. Our special thanks go to the staff at Thornleigh Rest Home and Dr Kathy Gadd for the love and care they have given Rita. A service will be held at the Te Henui Chapel on Saturday 3rd June at 10.30am, 174 Lemon Street, New Plymouth. Private cremation will follow.
WILLIAMS, Michael John
On May 28, 2023, peacefully passed away, aged 54 years. Much loved and caring dad of Grace. Cherished son of Pamela and the late John Williams, devoted brother of John, Kim, Tony and the late Penny, brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle of the large Williams clan. A service to celebrate Michael’s life will held on Friday, June 2, 2023. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Michael Williams, c/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545.
PHILPS, Mary Anne (nee Smith)
Born in Waimate on September 15, 1933, passed away peacefully at Yvette Williams Retirement Village, Dunedin, on May 28, 2023; in her 90th year. Beloved daughter of the late James and Bessie Smith, formerly of Waimate and then Dunedin. Beloved mother of Duncan (Auckland), and the late Alastair, dearest sister and sister-in-law of Michael and Jennifer Smith (Auckland), adored aunt of Holly and Ryan, Summer, and Derwin, great-aunt of Rosa, Archie, Otis, Floyd, and Etta (all of Auckland). Special friend and confidante of many during her long life of service in the nursing profession and the community in Dunedin, Melbourne and elsewhere. Friends are invited to a celebration of Mary’s life in Hope and Sons Chapel, 523
Andersons Bay Road, Dunedin, at 9.00am on Saturday, June 3, followed by burial in the Waimate Cemetery, arriving at 2.00pm on Saturday, June 3. Messages for the Philps
and Smith families can be sent to PO Box 46 136, Herne Bay, Auckland 1147 or email dphilps@gmail.com.
BOYD, Shaun David (Stretch)
On May 29, 2023, aged 55 years. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Clayton (dec), Darryl and Lorraine, Kerry and Betty, Warren and Lyn, Candy and Dave Palmer, Dean and Sue, Lanae and Bruce Hill, Marisa, and Rod (dec) Eder, Brent and Megan, Tania and Craig Walker, Paula, Dean Gilbert, loved uncle and great-uncle of all his nieces and nephews,
Will be Sadly Missed
CARSON, Jennifer Eveline (Jenny)
Peacefully at Oxford on Sunday, May 28, 2023, aged 86 years. Loved wife of the late Peter, loved Mum of David, Wendy, Renee, and Julian, and much loved Nana and Great-Nana. She will be greatly missed. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Jenny Carson, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service for Jenny will be held in our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Saturday, June 3, at 10.30am.
LUNN, Eleanor Lynn (Lynn)
On May 29, 2023, peacefully at home at Bainlea House, aged 81years. Adored mother and mother-in-law of Sandra and Adam Jacks, Raymond and Rhonda, Vickie and Steve Miller, Brian and Pauline, and Tad and Riah, much love grandma and GG to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loved sister of Gail (deceased), Sandy, and Grainger. A special thanks to the staff at Bainlea House for their wonderful care of Lynn. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Lynn Lunn, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of Lynn’s life will be held in the Hanmer Springs Golf Club, 133 Argelins Road, on Wednesday, June 7, at 12.00pm.
BOYD, Shaun David(Stretch)
On May 29, 2023, unexpectedly, aged 55 years. Dearly loved soulmate of Sara. Much loved father, father-in-law and friend of Olivia and Rae Allen, and Henry (dec), loved Pop of Theo, Noah and Melissa, loved son and son-in-law of Ivy, and Jim (dec) Boyd, Liz, and Bruce (dec) Mason. Messages to the Boyd Family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In memory of Stretch donations to South Canterbury Cancer Society would be appreciate and may be left at the service. A celebration of Stretch’s life will be held in the Woodbury Hall on Friday, June 2, commencing at 2.00pm, followed by interment at the Woodbury Cemetery.
MILLER, Jacqueline Anne
Passed away suddenly but peacefully at Waikato Hospital on Monday, 29th May 2023. Aged 82 years. Much loved wife of the late John. Loved mother and mother-in-law to David & Heather, Ian & Julie, Norman &Tina, Trevor & Gina, Rosanna & Aaron and the late Daphne. Loved gran and great-gran to all her grandchildren. Special thanks to Ria and May, and the Good Companions Dance Group for their continued support and friendship over the past years. A celebration of Jacqui’s life will be held at Woodside Estate, 130 Woodside Road, Tamahere, Hamilton, on Friday, 2nd June 2023 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation. Please be well dressed in bright and cheerful clothing. All communications to the Miller Family, c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434.
SPITTAL, Johanna Mary
Peacefully, surrounded by her family, on 30th May 2023. Aged 71 years. Dearly loved wife of John. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Matthew & Rebecca, Gabrielle & Stefan, and Paul & Jacqui. Loved Granny of Jessica, Lily, Jameson and Abbey. Loved sister of Frances, Henry, Paul and Shelia, and a special Aunty to her many nieces and nephews. Donations, in lieu of flowers, to The Open Home Foundation International www.ohfi.org.nz... in memory of Jo would be appreciated. Messages to the Spittal family may be left in Jo’s Tribute Book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted c/-4 Moorefield Rd, Johnsonville 6037. Our heartfelt thanks to the Wellington Hospital staff who cared for Jo with love and compassion.
“Jo, you will always be remembered for your amazing spirit, your sense of humour and your love for your family.”
Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Francis of Assisi Parish, Ohariu, Dr Taylor Tce, Johnsonville, at 11.00am on Friday 2nd June 2023, thereafter followed by private cremation. The Rosary will be recited at the above church at 6.00pm on Thursday 1st June 2023.
MASON, Bruce
Peacefully on May 29, 2023. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Gail and Gary Martin, Malcolm and Paula Mason, Merle and Paul Williams, Gerald, and Heather (dec) Price, Helen and Maurice Lees, Ann Price, Ian and Andrea Price. Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews.
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