BILLINGS, Gary James
Peacefully passed away at Hilda Ross Retirement Home on Friday, 26th May 2023. Aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband of Joan. Much loved father and father-in-law to Christine & Andrew, and John & Xiao Hui. Loved Popa to Lauren & Gareth, Jack, and Sam. A memorial service for Gary will be held at Finlay Park Chapel, Finlay Park Camp, 117 Finlay Rd, Maungatautari, on Friday, the 2nd of June 2023 at 11.00am. All communications to the , 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434.
MYLES, Peter John (Pete, Pedro)
On Saturday, May 27, 2023, peacefully at Hospice Marlborough, with family at his side. Aged 76 years. Cherished father of Deon, Darlene, Blair and Steven. Much loved father-in-law of Lynne, Denis, Sarah and Mindy. Adored grandad and ‘Baldy’ to his 11 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Adored brother and uncle, special friend to Del, and absolute legend to many, including his nightly hedgehog buddies. He will be dearly missed. Messages may be sent to 4 Laird Street, Blenheim 7201, or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz.... Special thanks to the staff at Hospice Marlborough for the loving care shown, and provided to dad. A celebration of Peter’s life will be held at the Springlands Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services, 15 Boyce Street, Blenheim, on Wednesday, May 31 at 10.00am, followed by a private family interment. This service will be livestreamed on the Cloudy Bay Funeral Services website.
WRIGHT, Heather May
On May 23, 2023, passed peacefully at Arvida Parklane, Addington, aged 76. Loving daughter of the late Walter and Martha Wright. Former partner to Ron and Karen. Dearly loved mother of Dean, Natalie, Justine, Juliet, Robert and Kathleen. Loved sister of the late Joy and Judy. Loved sister of Bob, Linda, Shirley, Alan and sister in-law Leonie. Awesome Nana to Phillip, Scott, Emily, Natasha, Elizabeth, Charlotte, Erik, Bjorn and Liam. She is loved by her aunties, uncles, nieces, nephews, wider family and friends. Special thanks to the palliative care staff at Arvida Parklane (Addington) over the past few months, your support has been greatly appreciated. In lieu of flowers, online donations to The Cancer Society would be appreciated. Messages maybe addressed to the family of the late Heather May Wright, c/- Hope Funerals Christchurch, 27 Aymes Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042. The funeral service for Heather will be held at Hope Chapel, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 1.00pm. A private cremation has been held.
HANA, James Peter
Passed suddenly on Friday 26th May. Youngest son of Charles (dec) and Grace (dec). Much loved brother, Uncle, companion and friend. His funeral will be held
on Wednesday 31 May at 11.00am at his home on Reid Ave.
He will be missed.
GRAHAM, Jean Joyce (Joyce) (nee Syme)
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 26, 2023. Treasured mother of Derek and Mary, Stephen and Leanne, Joyce and Robbie. Loved nana of Aaron, Vance, Katia, Rosie, Isla, Kian and partners. Special great-nana to her precious great-grandchildren. A service for Joyce will be held at the Greenwood Chapel, Morrinsville Road, Newstead, Hamilton, on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at 3.00pm. All communications to the Graham family c/- PO Box 5523, Frankton, Hamilton 3242.
FULTON, Alexander Owen (Alex)
Of Marshlands Road. On May 27, 2023, suddenly but peacefully, in his sleep at home, aged 76 years. Loving husband of Doreen, loved father of Ben, Robyn, Rebecca, and Michelle, loved grandad of all his grandchildren.
Born Free, Keep those motors revving, at Kerbside Dealers.
Messages to c/- The Alex Fulton family PO Box 263, Kaiapoi 7644. A service to Celebrate Alex’s Life will be held at Alex’s home 625 Marshlands Road on Wednesday, May 31 at 1.30pm.
HILLMAN, Christine Anne (nee Crossan)
Peacefully on Saturday, May 27, 2023, aged 70 years. Dearly loved wife of Keith. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Andrea and Cameron Neale, Aaron and Chrissy, Theresa Hoskins and partner Ben. Loved nanny of Brooklyn. The family wish to thank the staff of Rimu Wing at Rosewood Lifecare. A service to celebrate Christine’s life will be held in the Ferry Park Chapel, 297 Ferry Road, Christchurch, on Thursday, June 1, 2023, at 10.30am. Messages may be addressed to The Hillman Family, c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145.
“RIP sweetheart, love you forever.”
CROSBY, Colin Raymond
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 27, 2023. Aged 77 years. Loved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. A Service for Colin will be held at Woolertons Funeral Home, 8 Railside Place, Frankton, Hamilton, on Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 11.00am. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. All correspondence for the Crosby family, c/- PO Box 276, Hamilton 3240.
BARNARD, Kenneth Philip
Passed away in his home at Loafer’s Lodge on 16 May 2023, aged 67. Beloved brother of Kate, Tim and Helen, beloved uncle of eight nieces and nephews.
“A funny little kid, he was.”
A service to celebrate Kenneth’s life will be held in Lychgate Funerals Chapel, 306 Willis Street, on Tuesday 30 May at 2.30pm. To request the livestreaming link please contact Lychgate Funerals. Messages for the family can be sent c/- Lychgate Funerals, 306 Willis St, Wellington.
Lychgate Funerals
FDANZ 04 385 0745
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SCHULTE, Janice Edna (Jan)
Passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving family at Christchurch Hospital, on May 26, 2023, aged 80 years. Loved wife of the late Gerry, loved mum of Helen and Tony, Andrew and Sarah, Catherine and Martin, precious Nan of Cormac, Molly, Emily, Seamus, Beth, Willem, and Oscar, beloved sister, sister-in-law, extended family member, and forever friend to many.
“Despite the challenges she faced, she made it to 80, with grace and fortitude.”
Special thanks to the staff at Diana Isaac Retirement Village and Christchurch Hospital for their loving care. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Jan Schulte c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Stroke Foundation would be appreciated and may be made online at stroke.org.nz, or at the Service. A Rosary will be held for Jan on Tuesday, May 30, at 7.00pm, at 407A Papanui Road, followed by a Service at the same residence on Wednesday, May 31, at 1.00pm. Parking limited, please allow time, and stay clear of the bus lane. Cremation to follow at the Christchurch Crematorium, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram at 5.00pm. All welcome.
RAIL, Tracey Maree (nee Conner)
23.10.1977 — 27.5.2023
Peacefully at Hospice Southland, surrounded by family, along with best friends Ange and Kimmie. Beloved wife of Craig. Beloved mother of Damian, beloved stepmother of Benjamin Rail. Beloved daughter of Ian and Jean, beloved sister and sister-in-law of Brett and Lynn Conner, the late Paul Conner, Aaron and Lee-Ann Conner, and beloved Aunty of Daniel and Kirsten. Thank you to all of the hospice staff. A private interment will be held. All messages please to Tracey’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
JOLLY, Richard FrancisRidout (Dick)
Passed away on 25th May 2023 at Waikato Hospital, in his 95th year. Much loved husband of Barbara for 67 years, and loving father of Richard, Prue, Megan, and the late Tom. Much loved and respected grandfather of Robert, Andrew and the late Emma; James, Matt and Nico; Romelli and Gretta, and Papa of Petrus, Sandy, Sylas and Charlotte. At Dick’s request, a private family service has been held.
Te Awamutu Funeral Services, FDANZ.
McSHANE, Cecilie Anne
01.09.1936 — 24.05.2023
Passed peacefully at Radius Glaisdale. Loved mother of Kristine and Rachel, grandmother of Ryan, Jasmine, and Julian. Favourite aunt to Andrew, Kathy, and Sue. Mother-in-law of Tony and Mark. A service for Cecilie will be held at 1.00pm on Tuesday 30th May at Simply Funerals, 388 Wairere Drive, Te Rapa, Hamilton. In lieu of flowers, donations to Tokoroa Animal Rescue are preferred.
DOBBS, Kevin Patrick
On May 26, 2023, passed away at Christchurch Hospital, aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Margaret Veronica Wood Dobbs (nee Toal), loved son of the late Claude and Grace Dobbs. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Gerard and Helen (currently overseas), Chris and Creanna, Peter and Lesley, Sandra and Keith, Brendon, Kate and Adrian, and Jenny. Treasured grandfather of Samuel, Alex, Thomas and Autumn, James, Joseph, Elyse and Matt, Kahlia and Jordan, Courtney and Sam, Lily, Max, and Lucas. Much loved great-grandfather of Ivy, Kaia, Roman, and Marlowe. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Margaret and George Lynch (both deceased), Barry (deceased) and Mira, and Jennifer and Tony Rogers.
Rest in peace.
Special thanks to the staff of the Ashley Suites at Russley Village and Christchurch Hospital for all the love and care given to Kevin in recent years. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Kevin Dobbs, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be made directly online at stjohn.org.nz. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated in St Gregory’s Catholic Church, 26 Cotswold Avenue, Bishopdale, on Wednesday, May 31, at 11.00am, private interment thereafter. Recitation of the Rosary will be held in the Church, Tomorrow (Tuesday) at 6.00pm.
CLOKE, Alan Lewis
JP
Peacefully passed away at home on Sunday 28 May 2023, in his 74th year. Dearly loved husband and best friend of the late Janet. Treasured father of Steve & Debbie, Craig & Debbie and Tracey & Jerome. Much loved Pop to his 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Loved brother (Ted) & uncle, and good friend to many.
He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered.
A celebration of Alan’s life will be held at the Baptist Centre, Keepa Road, Whakatane, on Tuesday 30 May at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation. Communications please to the Cloke family, C/- PO Box 2070, Whakatane or online at willettsfuneralservices.co.nz
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