THOMPSON, Judith Elizabeth
Sadly Judy passed away quietly at Waireka Rest Home on Monday 22nd May 2023. Loved sister of Madeline (deceased), Thora (deceased), Dorothy, Peggy, and Robert. Loved by all her nieces and nephews. According to Judy’s wishes a private cremation has taken place. Messages to palmyherberts@gmail.com or PO Box 20018, Summerhill, Palmerston North.
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OLD, Janice (Hammonds)
1938 — 18.5.2023
In Australia. Greatly loved Mum of Valma, Bradley (dec), Mark (dec), Julie (dec), and Peter, loved by her grandchildren and 6 grandies. Much loved by her sister Heather, Shirley (dec), and brother Douglas. She will be deeply missed by all of her family and friends she made as she travelled the world, because she could.
— Heather
KOOLEN, Maria Anna Ursula (nee van den Berg)
Aged 87 – preferably known as Ria or Riet, Mum or Oma, passed away quickly and peacefully on Sunday, May 14, 2023 after a brief stay at the Dementia Care Facility, Charles Upham Retirement Village. Beloved wife of Henri of 60 years, treasured mother and mother-in-law to Jude and Russell, New Plymouth, Brandon and Dale, Christchurch, Marcus and Allanah, Australia, adored Oma to Thomas, Henry, Bradley, Paris, Brieana, Nathan and their partners, very much loved and always missed by her Nederlandse family. Thank you to all the caring staff at Burwood Hospital and Charles Upham Dementia Care Facility.
Ria, Mum, Oma
GREENER, Janet Susan
Adored mother to Nick and Jenny, and doted Nana to Hannah and Zoe. Much loved daughter to Bill and Rita Munden, cherished sister of Dave, Carol, Adrian and Helen. In accordance with Janet’s wishes, a private family service has been held. All messages to The Greener Family, C/- 19 Garvin Glenn, Pyes Pa, Tauranga 3112.
ROBERTSON, Caroline May (Carol)
Peacefully at Woburn Home and Hospital, on 21 May 2023. Much loved wife John. Her funeral service will be held in Cornwall Manor, cnr Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt, on Monday 29 May, at 10.00am, followed by interment at Akatarawa Cemetery.
KIRK, Patricia
Pat (until recently living in Otaki) passed away peacefully in her 96th year on 21 May 2023 in Wellington. Dearly loved wife of the late Ron. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Sue and John (Wellington) and Robin and Margaret (USA). Much loved by her grandchildren Chloe and Leigh (NZ), and Gigi and Robben (USA). Loved by her great-grandchildren in USA. Heartfelt thanks to all those who supported Pat over the last few years. In lieu of flowers a donation to Blind Low Vision NZ would be appreciated. Messages to the family may be left in Pat’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... Contact The Wilson Funeral Home for details of Pat’s celebration of life ceremony.
McNAUGHTEN, Adrian Peter
Passed peacefully on Tuesday, 23rd May 2023 at Arohanui Hospice, Palmerston North. Husband to Serena. Son of Barry and Maureen. Father to Emma, Debbie, and Ty. Brother to Donna, Greg, and Sean. Poppa to Caiden. Brother-in-law and uncle to many. In lieu of flowers, donations to Arohanui Hospice would be welcomed. A Funeral service for Adrian is to be held at Beauchamp Crematorium Chapel, 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North, on Tuesday 30th May 2023 at 10.30am.
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TULLOCH, John Malcolm Christopher (Jack)
041818 LCpl 2nd NZEF WW2 of Mosgiel, formerly of St Andrews Hill, Christchurch and Greymouth. Peacefully on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at Birchleigh Residential Care Centre; aged 101 years. He enjoyed great support from Birchleigh staff over the last 3 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Veta, much loved father and father-in-law of Andrew (Andy) and Evelyn (Dunedin), loved grandad of Steven, Kathryn, and Craig and Kristin. A good life well lived. A service for Jack will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 2.00pm, on Tuesday, May 30, followed by private cremation. The service will be live-streamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz.... Messages to the Tulloch Family, c/- PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053.
HIGHET, David Stephen
1953 — 2023
Pareora and Waimate. Much loved son of the late Rev. Malcolm and Margaret Highet (latterly of Geraldine), and brother of John (London), Mac (New York), Alan (New York), Dr Ruth (Wanaka), and Bill Highet (Auckland). A resident of Pareora for the last 20 years, David had travelled extensively, loved the outdoors, was passionate about music and enjoyed meeting new people and learning about lifestyles and religions. Having suffered from schizophrenia and a recurring brain tumour for many years, David passed away at Lister Home in Waimate on May 20. David will be sorely missed by family and friends and remembered for his laugh and his interest in others even during his toughest days. A private burial has been held in Geraldine and donations may be made in David’s name to the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand (donate.mentalhealth.org.nz).
GRIEVE, Candace Jane (nee Blair)
05.09.1948 — 23.05.2023
Soulmate and wife of Crosbie; clever and inspiring mum and mother-in-law to Amanda and Boyd, Kristy and Jonathan; and adored Nan of Leo, Anya, Zara, Ryder and Fritha. Our cherished Candace died peacefully, with dignity and grace, at home in the late afternoon sun surrounded by her whanau. We’ll miss you so much and will remember you with your hands in the dirt, your head in the sun and your heart in the garden. A huge heartfelt thanks for the unwavering care and support from her medical team and the angels from Hospice and Southland District Nursing. In lieu of flowers Candace’s wishes are for those who are able to, to make a donation to Hospice Southland. A private cremation has been held. Messages to
HAY, StuartJames
January 11, 1941 –
May 24, 2023
Following a long illness Stuart died peacefully at Totara Hospice alongside his forever-loving wife Lorraine. Soulmate and much-loved husband of Lorraine, father to Michael and the late Matthew, Poppa to his grandson Harry and mother Natalie, father-in-law to Stephanie, Lucy, and Chelsea. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a donation made to the dedicated people at Totara Hospice Totara Hospice https
BRIGGS, Rickey John
Passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023. Much loved son of Sharon Stenton and the late Richard Briggs, and loved brother of Joshua. Beloved grandson of Brian and the late Glenda Stenton; Wilfred and Leonie Briggs, much loved Uncle, nephew, and cousin of all his family.
‘Now at peace with Dad’
A memorial service to celebrate Rickey’s life will be held at Southern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, on Monday, May 29, at 2.00pm. Messages to 69B Kitchener Street, Gore 9710.
SMITH, Julie Ann (nee Armstrong)
Of Tawa. Peacefully at Wellington Hospital on 24 May 2023. Loved wife of Russell for 56 years. Cherished mother of Gregory, Melinda and Rebecca. Grandmother of Ruby, Jasmin, Max, Rory, Hunter, Beatrice, and Isabella. Great-grandmother of Ryder. Messages for ‘The family of Julie Smith’ may be sent c/- PO Box 50-347, Porirua 5240. A service for Julie will be held in the Church of Our Lady of Fatima, corner Main Road and Lyndhurst Road, Tawa, Wellington, on Tuesday 30 May 2023 at 11.00am.
MUNCASTER, Donald Michael (Mike)
1943 - 2023
Loved husband of Glenis. Cherished father to Maree, Stephanie, Sean, Blair and Michaela. Grandad of Mackenzie, Aidan, Eleanor, Jon, Cassey and Bailey. After a long illness Mike passed peacefully at The Gardens Rest Home, with his family in attendance, on Thursday 18 May 2023. As requested by Mike a private ceremony was held on Tuesday 23 May 2023. Messages to the Muncaster Family, C/- PO Box 461, Rotorua 3040.
MUIRHEAD, Craig David Chilcott
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 24 May 2023, aged 56 years. Dearly loved husband of Sandra. Loved Father of Emma, and Mel. Beloved son of Matt and the late Margaret. A service to celebrate Craig’s life will be held in Kapiti Coast Funeral Home Chapel, 9-11 Hinemoa Street, Paraparaumu, on Tuesday, 30 May 2023, at 11.00am, followed by interment at Otaki Natural Burial Cemetery.
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