PALMER, William Robert(Bob, Bobby)
On 25 April 2023, peacefully at Masterton Hospital, in his 95th year. Loving husband to the late Helen Daisy (nee Gaskin). Treasured Dad to Geoffrey and Leslie, Blair and Betty, Nelson and Rosemary, and Elizabeth and Patrick. Brother to Pauline and the late Don Grant of Whanganui, and Margaret and Ian McLeod (both deceased) of Raglan. Loved grandad and great-grandad, cousin, uncle, and a great friend to all. A memorial service to celebrate Bob’s life will be held in the Wairarapa Funeral Services Chapel, 35-37 Lincoln Road, Masterton, on Friday 2 June 2023, at 2.00pm.
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HUTTON, William (Bill)
On Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Woodcote Retirement Village; aged 90 years.Passed after a 13 year battle against cancer, and not as a result of being shot by a jealous lover as he wished. Beloved husband of the late Margaret, much loved father of Bill and Fiona and father-in-law of Diane. Dearly loved brother of the late Jean Grasse and brother-in-law of Brian Grasse and Bob and Nan Shearer. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Messages to the Hutton Family, c/- P O Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A Celebration of Bill’s life will be held in the Academy Funeral Services Chapel, 65 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton, on Tuesday, May 30, at 2.00pm.
LITTLEJOHNS, Barbara Ivy
Of Otaki. On 24 May 2023, at Palmerston North Hospital, aged 88 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Donald. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul, and Dawn and Robert Hirschberg. Loving Granny of Andrea, and Hamish. A memorial service to celebrate Barbara’s life will be held at Otaki RSA, Raukawa Street, Otaki, on Tuesday 30 May at 11.00am. In lieu of flowers, donations to Forest and Bird would be appreciated.
BAKER, Gregory Mark (Fluffy)
Peacefully at his sister’s home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, 25th May 2023. Aged 67 Years. Loved husband of Leigh, and loving father to his 5 children, loved oldest brother to all his brother’s and sister’s. All messages to the Baker family can be sent C/- PO Box 218 Stratford 4352. In preference to flowers donations to Hospice Taranaki would be appreciated and may be left at the service or direct to A/C number 15 3948 0365008 80 Ref Baker. Rosary prayers will be prayed at the church on Sunday, 28 May at 7.00pm. Requiem Mass for Fluffy will be celebrated at Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church, 24 Clinton Street, Fitzroy, New Plymouth on Monday, 29th May 2023 at 1.00pm.
PASCO, Doreen Ann
Passed away peacefully, with family by her side, at Linda Jones Retirement Village on Wednesday, 24th May 2023. Aged 80 years. Dearly loved wife of Jim. Loved beautiful mum of David, Guy, and Mark. Treasured grandma of her six grandchildren. Loved mother-in-law of her three daughters-in-law. The Service for Doreen will be held at Woolertons Funeral Home, 8F Railside Pl, Hamilton 3204, on Tuesday 30th May at 11.00am. All correspondence to the Pasco family, c/- PO Box 276, Hamilton 3240.
GALBRAITH, Bruce Benjamin
On May 24, 2023, peacefully at his home in Christchurch, aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Susan, much loved father and father-in-law of Kirk and Rachel, and Jared. A loved grandfather of Hannah and Joshua; and Cassie. Messages for the Galbraith family may be addressed C/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. At Bruce’s request, a private cremation will be held.
TEMPLETON, Eileen Kaye (Kaye)
On Monday, May 15, 2023, peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, aged 77 years. Loved daughter, sister, friend, companion, Mum, and grandmother. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Kaye Templeton, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. As were Kaye’s wishes, a private service and cremation has been held.
GLASS, DoreenCathrine (Dawn)
Passed away peacefully at Currumbin Waters, Gold Coast, Australia, on 25th May 2023. Aged 98. Beloved wife of Bruce (dec), much loved mother of Jude, Craig (dec), Robyn, Grant (dec), Steve, Terry (dec), and Ian. A cherished grandmother of 15 and great-grandmother of 22. An amazingly strong and independent woman, a great life well lived.
"Forever in our hearts"
GLASS, Jill
After a brief illness, on 26th May 2023, aged 84 years. Much loved and cherished life partner of the late David Charles Glass for 64 years. Loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Daryl and Neil, Mandy, Brian and Wendy, grandmother of Hayden, Cassandra, Sarah, Chrissy, Karena, Corey, Alyssa, and seven great-grandchildren. A celebration of Jill’s life will be held at Alexandra House Chapel, 570 Alexandra Street, Te Awamutu, on Wednesday, 31st May at 11.30am, followed by a private family burial at Te Awamutu Cemetery. All communications to the Glass family, PO Box 137, Te Awamutu 3840.
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McKENZIE, Walter Hugh (Wally)
On 24 May 2023, aged 77 years. Beloved and cherished husband of Beverley. Loved step-father of Louisa, and granddaughter Kahurangi. A private family cremation is to be held and a celebration of Wally’s life at a later date to be advised.
SPARKS, Heather (nee Griffith)
Passed away peacefully at home on Monday, May 22, 2023; aged 81 years. Beloved wife of Gavin, mother and mother-in-law of Brent and Julia (Australia), Karyn and Duncan (Nelson). Cherished Nana and Nanny of Brodie, Ethan, and Ella. Sister of Kay, Pam, Neville, Carol, and Denise. A service to celebrate Heather’s life will be held at the Waimea Richmond Funeral Home, 24 Champion Road, Richmond, on Tuesday, May 30 at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to the Nelson Tasman Hospice Trust would be appreciated and may be left at Heather’s service. Messages to the Sparks family, 8 Hugh Brown Pl, Richmond, Nelson 7020.
HARRISON, Russell Robert
On Wednesday, May 24, 2023, peacefully, at home. Husband and companion of Wendy for 57 years, much loved Dad and father-in-law of Kate and Richard, James and Sari, loved Grandad of Mia, Ella, Will, and Ben, loved brother of Jeanne. A great friend to many. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Russell Harrison c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A farewell service for Russell will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Friday, June 2, at 2.00pm.
CRACKETT, Brian James (Yakka)
Brian’s final whistle blew at 0745 on Wednesday 24 May 2023 and he passed away suddenly but peacefully at Radius Kensington, Hamilton. A loved son, brother and family member and friend to many. A memorial service to celebrate Brian’s life will be held at the Ngaruawahia Rugby League (Panthers) Football Club, 19A Whatawhata Avenue, Ngaruawahia on Friday 2 June 2023 at 11.00am. Special thanks to Dr. Faidhi Khadem (Ngaruawahia Medical Centre), Drs. Bahr and Kamali (Rototuna Family Health Centre), Drs Huggan, Phillips and Liew and all the tremendously hardworking nursing and care staff at Waikato Hospital. Yulin and the team at Roselea Specialised Dementia Care for their loving care since 2021 and Nelson and the team at Radius Kensington for all they did for Brian in his final days and for the most moving and beautiful send off on Wednesday. To his home and night carers Angie, Janet, Johnny and Theresa, thank you for all you did to keep Brian at home for as long as possible. All communications to the Crackett family C/- PO Box 5523, Frankton, Hamilton 3242.
HINA, Michelle Anne (nee Guy)
Of Feilding. Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, 24th May 2023, aged 52 years young. Much loved wife of Derek. Mum to Chantel, Trent, and partners. Special adopted Grandmother of Talia and Sasha. Daughter of Judy and Mike Mudgway, John and Christine Guy. Loved sister of Ash, Troy, Nathan, Hayden, Kayne, Mikaela, and their families. Aunty to many. Messages to the Hina family, C/- 280 Kimbolton Road, Feilding 4702. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made online in memory of Michelle to Leukaemia and Blood Cancer New Zealand - https
KANANGHINIS, Nicolas
3rd May 1931 –
24th May 2023
Dearly loved husband of the late Alexandra. Much loved father and father-in-law to John & Anna, and Vasili & Jodie. Adored by his grandchildren Alexandra and husband Aidan, Nicolas and partner Kayla, Philip and partner Jordyn, Catherine, Elizabeth, George, Lucas, Antonia, Christina, David and Michael. Cherished by family and friends. Thanks to the staff of Elderslea Care Centre for their support.
We will always fondly remember the many happy family moments we shared.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Greek Orthodox Cathedral and Wellington Free Ambulance may be left at the service. Messages to ‘the Kananghinis’ family may be left in Nicolas’ tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted c/- 14-366, Kilbirnie, Wellington 6241. A service for Nicolas will be held at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral “O Evangelismos tis Theotokou” (Annunciation of the Birth Giver of God), 2 Hania Street, Mount Victoria, on Tuesday 30th May at 11.00am, thereafter interment at Makara Cemetery.
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