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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SCOTT, Barbara Valerie

Of Waikanae, on 20th May 2023, aged 88 years. Very dearly loved and treasured wife of Owen for 60 years; mother & mother-in-law of Robert & Charmaine and David; Grandmother of Natasha and Sarah. Many thanks to the team from Parkwood Retirement Village at Waikanae and Seven Oaks Retirement Village, Paraparaumu for their gentle kindness during this time. In lieu of flowers donations to The Fred Hallows Foundation online at www.hollows.org.nz... would be appreciated. Messages to ‘the Scott family’ may be posted c/- PO Box 723 Paraparaumu or placed on Barbara’s tribute page at www.tributes.co.nz... A livestream link is available on Barbara’s tribute page also. A service to celebrate Barbara’s life will be held in the Harbour City Funeral Home Chapel, 300 Kapiti Road, Paraparaumu on Friday 2nd June 2023 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation.

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TORRANCE, Louie May

Died peacefully at her home in Rangiora, on Sunday, May 14, 2023, aged 97 years. Louie was a hard working woman of the land, a loving mother and a good friend. In accordance with Louie’s wishes a private cremation has taken place. In recognition of Louie’s much loved father who was a WW1 veteran, donations in her name can be made to the Rangiora RSA Services Association 01 0877 0117168 00. Messages to the Torrance Family c/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440.

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CLOUGH, Katherine Patricia

Our beautiful, loving sister passed away peacefully in Australia on Sunday 21st May 2023. Loved wife of Bob, devoted mother of Andrew and Fiona (sadly both deceased). Dearly loved daughter of Pat and Phil Walsh (both dec), much loved sister of Coleen and Trevor, Joce and Graham (dec), Margie and Phil, Paddy and Tracey, Anne and Mike, Mike and Julie, and John and Kerry. Kathy will be farewelled at 3.00pm, Thursday 25th May. For livestream details contact Joce on 027 471 5301.

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JAMES, Denis Joseph

On Friday, May 19, 2023, peacefully at Summerset Wigram, after a long illness. Aged 60 years. Loved son of the late Patricia and Denis James, and brother and brother-in-law of Annemarie and Kerry, Gill, Mary and Greg, Michael and Kate, and Tim and Tracey. Loved uncle of all his nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews, and special friend of Lani and Carmel. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Summerset for their care and kindness over the past 4 years. A private family cremation has been held. A memorial gathering and interment of ashes will be held in July. Please contact the family for details.

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LAWSON, Beverley Maxwell

On May 20, 2023 peacefully at Shona McFarlane Retirement Village; aged 91 years. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Lyn & Ted (dec), and Shirley (dec). Much loved Aunty of Angela. Special thanks to the Serviced Apartment and Hospital staff at Shona McFarlane Village for all their wonderful care. A service to celebrate Beverley will be held in Knox Presbyterian Church, 574 High Street, Lower Hutt on Monday, May 29, 2023 at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation. All messages to ‘The Lawson Family’, c/- P.O. Box 30-127, Lower Hutt.
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04 566 3103

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OWERS, Marjorie Isobel

On May 19, 2023, passed peacefully at Lady Wigram Care Home. Dearly loved wife of the late Bruce, much loved mum and mother-in-law of Deborah and John, and Craig and Dee. Loved grandma of Nicola, Duncan and Alana, and treasured great-grandma of Scarlet, Humphrey, and Alfie. Messages to the Owers family, c/- PO Box 263, Kaiapoi 7644. A private family gathering will be held.

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ROMBOUTS, Hans

On May 20, 2023, Hans passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family. Rosi’s true love, and much loved father of Harry. Adored uncle of Lettie and Kezia, and treasured cousin of Irene and Marlo. A wonderful friend to many, and much admired brother-in-law.
You have raced your last lap,
Walked your last Park Run,
And conjugated your last verb...
Welterusten my darling.
The family wish to thank Cranford Hospice whose dedication, care and support, allowed Hans to enjoy his last days at home. In lieu of flowers, donations to Cranford Hospice would be appreciated and can be made online at www.cranfordhospice.org.nz... A celebration of Hans’ life will be held at East Pier, 50 Nelson Quay, Ahuriri, Napier, on Friday, June 2, 2023, at 2.00pm.

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RUSSELL, Jean Lorna (nee Gibson)

7.12.1932 —21.5.2023
Loved daughter of *Henry and *Winifred Gibson. Jean is the cherished and treasured mother, mother-in-law, and best friend of Bruce and Ailsa, Julia and Darryl Jenkins and Jacque. Perfect Grandmother of *Mathew and Kristen Meagher and Alex Baker (London), Lily and Victoria Jane McDowall, Lachlan and Méabh Russell. Former wife of *Norman Russell and much loved companion of *John Healey. Loved sister of *Dorothy, *John, *Erin, *Clair, Bill, Alex, *David and Diane, and valued Aunt of her nieces and nephews. Our grateful thanks to the Ripponburn Home and Hospital staff for their compassion and care and to those who have supported us over the years Mum has been unwell. In accordance with her wishes, a private service will be held with a memorial service to take place at a later date.
(*denotes deceased)

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SHAW, Barry (Douglas Barry)

Passed away peacefully on May 21, 2023, aged 88 years. Loved father of Chris and Geoff and cherished by respective partners Sandra and Vicki, and loved Poppa of Emily and Maya. Loved partner of the late Maureen, son of Archie and Lil and brother of Bob and Archie. Barry’s life will be celebrated with a bright and Scottish themed gathering, held at home at a date to be advised to family. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude would be appreciated. Messages may be addressed to the family via email to chrisgrahamshaw@gmail.com

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LOUSICH, Brett Tony

On May 20, 2023 quietly slipped away at Wellington Hospital; aged 49 years. Much loved Dad of Charlotte and Kyle. Beloved son of Andy & Robyn. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Cindy, Brenda & Paul (dec), Joanne & Roger. Loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wellington Cancer Society would be appreciated and can be made online or left at the service. Special thanks to all the caring staff at Wellington Hospital. A Service to celebrate and remember Brett will be held in Cornwall Manor, Cnr Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt on Monday, May 29, 2023 at 2

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COLLINS, Jennifer Janet

Peacefully at Woburn Home on 17 May 2023, aged 74. Loved mother of the late Matthew, mother-in-law of Fiona and granny of Bianca (deceased), Bradley and Kaitlyn. Cherished daughter, sister, aunt and friend. A special thanks to the wonderful team at Woburn Home for all their care over the years. As per her wishes a private service will take place in the near future.
Finally at peace now with Monty and Floyd.

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EGGLETON, Quintin Mark

On May 20, 2023, peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, aged 49 years. Cherished, kind, loving husband of Taciana, and loved and adored father of Karsten and Rycker. Loved and respected son-in-law of Gilvania. Much loved younger son of Wayne and Jeannette. Loved brother of Nathan and uncle of Zane, Tayla, Blake, and Hayden. Special thanks to Pastor Pat and the Connect Church, the Vector Metering team, the children’s teachers at Haeata and Ferndale Schools and all who cared for Quintin and his family over recent months. Messages may be addressed to the Family of the late Quintin Eggleton, c/- Hope Funerals Christchurch, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042. The celebration service for Quintin’s life will be held at Connect Church, 53 Brisbane Street, Sydenham, on Friday, May 26, at 2.00pm.

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HARTLAND, Tania Marjorie

Died peacefully with family by her side on May 21, 2023, in Christchurch; aged 84 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ian, and more recently dearly loved partner of Russell Brown. A very much loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul and Julie; Blair and Nicki; Royce and Shelley; and Vaughan and Fiona. Cherished Grandma of Jono, Kate, Victoria, Emma, Tessa, Ben, Frank, Sylvia, Nelly, Ivy, Ciara, Ruben, and Jed. Beloved sister and sister-in-law of Colin and Sue, Maurice and Devon, Jennifer and the late Allan, Neil and Pat, and Murray and Trish. The family wish to acknowledge the tender care extended to Tania by her caregiver Simone, her GP Dr Susan Bargh, and the staff at Diana Isaac Retirement Village. In lieu of flowers, donations to Dementia Canterbury would be appreciated and can be made at the service or online at dementiacanterbury.org.nz. Messages to the Hartland family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A Celebration of Tania’s life will be held in the Harewood Crematorium Chapel, Wilkinsons Road, Harewood, on Monday, May 29, at 11.30am.

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WOODHEAD, Owen Trevor (Nick)

Of Palmerston North. Passed away suddenly, but peacefully, on 22nd May 2023 at Summerhill Care Centre. Aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Gillian (Gill). Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Jan and Vai Teikamata, Gael and Gordon Whitlock, Paul and Darlene Woodhead. Loved grandfather of Emma, Sarah, Sam, Rose, James, Hannah, Amelia, Molly and Matt, and great-grandfather of Lachie and Ruby. The family would like to offer their heartfelt thanks for the exceptional and loving care that Nick received from the staff at Summerhill Care Centre. In accordance with Nick’s wishes a private cremation will take place.

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TUFFERY, Beverley Joan (Joan)

Joan passed away peacefully in the Christchurch Hospital after a short illness on May 21, 2023. Much loved wife of the late Robert John Tuffery (Bob). Beloved Mother and Mother-in-law to Geoffrey and Brenda Tuffery, David Tuffery, and Bobbie Tuffery. A special Nana and Great-Nana to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Cherished Sister of Barry, Murray, Robyn and Daphne. Loved Aunty to her nieces and nephews. Joan will be missed by all her friends and family.

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