DICKIE, Eric Edward
Passed away peacefully at Nelson Hospital on May 22, 2023, aged 83. Dearly loved husband of Lesley. Much loved father and father-in-law of Steve, Janine, Kane, Kate and Craig. Loved Pop of Eugene, Ataleya and Sasha. At Eric’s wishes a private cremation has been held. The family would like to thank all those involved in the care of Eric. In lieu of flowers, donations to Starship Hospital would be appreciated and can be made online at https
CUMMINS, Anita Elizabeth
Sadly, after a tough battle with cancer, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Nurse Maude Hospice, aged 53 years. Loved wife of Rob, proud and caring mother of Cameron, and Koral, and loved and missed by her wider family and friends. Many thanks to the staff of Nurse Maude and Christchurch Hospital, especially to the staff at the Oncology Ward. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Anita Cummins, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of Anita’s life will be held at our AvonPark Chapel, corner of Kerrs and Pages Roads, Linwood, on Friday, May 26, at 2.00pm, followed by interment at Ruru Lawn Cemetery.
SHAW, Pamela
Of Nelson. Our beautiful and amazing mother, Pamela Shaw, passed away on May 17, 2023, whilst tap dancing, which was her life-long passion. Pam was a rare, lovely and caring mother whom we adored. She was a cherished, devoted parent and precious friend; a shining light, full of joy, and a true inspiration, being active and full of life into her remarkable 90th year.
Her joyous sense of humour was a delight, her warm, sunny smile lit up the room. She was intrinsically motivated, possessing a gift to see
the goodness in people and had a heart of gold. Her gentle unconditional love, kind compassion for people, endeared her to so many. Pam’s vibrancy, positive energy, pure pleasure and fulfillment while sharing her talents, was awe-inspiring. She profoundly touched and uplifted people in
ORMOND, Cyril Joseph
Passed away peacefully at his home in Wairoa on Monday, May 22, 2023. Dearly loved husband of Bernadette (nee Esplin). Loving father of Cyril Jnr, Peter and the late Haimoana. Loved brother-in-law of Diane and Owen Allison (Gore), Patricia and Ian Hardy (Auckland), Linda and Paul Hitchens (Gore). Cyril loved life and was a friend to many.
He will be sadly missed.
WATKIN, Brian Edward
Passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, 21 May 2023, after a brave battle with cancer. Cherished partner of Raewyn. Loved Dad and mate to Aaron and Jasmine, Shane and Sarah. Proud and loved Grandad to Henry, Alice, Arlo and Luca. Loved by Karen. A private service has been held. All communications to the Watkin family c/- 6 Tamihana St, Matamata.
HAWKE, Brian Leonard
Passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Friday, May 19, 2023, at the age of 91. Much loved husband of the late Valda, father and father-in-law of Tim and Dinah, Sue and Peter, Bev and the late Hamish, Ken and Marlene, KC and Bruce. Adored Grandpop of his 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 2, 11.00am, at Northbrook Chapel, Spark Lane, Rangiora. Messages to the family C/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440.
SCOTT, Ursula Mary (nee Fieldsend)
Sadly passed away unexpectedly at her home in Waikanae on Saturday 20th May 2023, aged 75 years, with her husband of 55 years at her side. Much loved wife and soulmate of Ian Malcolm Scott. Cherished mother of Malcolm, Tony and Jeanette, and mother-in-law of Amy and Bridget. Proud grandmother to Tom, Grace, Rose, Liam and Zach. Little sister to the late Anne Waddell and Mary Fieldsend. Adored owner of little dog Fritz. A service for Ursula will be held at Cedarwood, 17 Parata Street, Waikanae on Monday 29th May 2023 at 2.00pm, followed by a private family cremation.
A terrible loss that weighs heavily, she will always
be in our hearts.
Rest in peace dear Ursula.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to HUHA (Helping You, Helping Animals) would be preferred https
PERRY, Derek Hugh
Peacefully on Monday 22nd May 2023, aged 76, at Woodfall Lodge. Son of Owen and Prudence Perry (both deceased). Loved father to Simon and Katie, grandfather to Matthew and Rebecca, and the Perich children. All messages to the Perry Family, 102 Arapata Rd, Feilding 4779.
HOBBS, Graham Leslie
A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered. Please join us to mourn the passing of Graham Leslie Hobbs who succumbed to a long illness at Nurse Maude Hospital on Sunday, May 21, 2023, aged 77 years. Loving Husband to Gurdeep Hobbs. Much loved father and father-in-law to Gareth and Deeanne, Matthew and Kim, and Janine Weir and Jeremy Dunn. Caring step-father to Pereen and Harveen. Loving grandfather to Tristan, Jackson, Violet, and Brieanna. Messages for Graham’s family may be posted to the Hobbs Family, C\- PO Box 31300, Ilam, Christchurch 8444. The Funeral Service for Graham will be held at Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, 160 Main Street, Methven 7730, on Friday, May 26, 2023 at 1.00pm, followed by burial at Methven Cemetery.
CLIFTON, Stuart Bryson
Passed away at home with family on Sunday 21 May 2023. Aged 85 years. Treasured husband of Nora. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Greg and Petrena, Tania and Terry, and Andrew and Naomi. Guiding figure to Shane and Liam. Cherished Stu to Jaimey, Olivia, Oliver, Jessica, Cohen, and Keeliarn. Special friend to Meegan, Mark, George, Oscar, and Addison. A service to celebrate Stuart’s life will be held at the Feilding Funeral Chapel, 282 Kimbolton Road, Feilding, on Friday 26 May 2023 at 2.00pm. For those unable to attend, a livestream will be available on Stuart’s tribute page at www.beauchamp.co.nz...
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HEALD, Murray Philip
Aged 75, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023, while on holiday in Broadbeach QLD, with his beloved partner Bev by his side. Loved and respected father of Rachel, Graeme, Ginny, Kaz, and Steph. Father-in-law of Chris, Rachael, and Ange. Beloved Grandfather of Grace, Annabelle, Baxter, and extended family. Remembered fondly by his dearest friends from home and abroad. He will be greatly missed and, in our thoughts, forever. Strong and determined till the end - big in stature, big in character, big in heart. Messages to the Heald family c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. Murray’s life will be celebrated in the Academy Funeral Services Chapel, 65 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton on Thursday June 1, at 1.00pm.
GREENWOOD DEW, Stella
Passed away peacefully at Tauranga Hospital on Monday 22nd May 2023; aged 87 years. Much loved mother to Clarke and his partner Deborah, and grandmother to Max and Plum.
"A dedicated teacher and friend to all who knew her. Now at peace with her dear sister Muriel".
A Service will be held in St Peter’s Anglican Church, 2 Carisbrooke Street, Katikati, on Saturday 27th May 2023, at 3.00pm.
KNOWLES, Allen (Tussock)
Caring and kind brother-in-law for 53 years of his extended Batt family; Daphne and Allan Batt, Lynda and Royce Brazier, Jan and Wayne Batt, Jacqui and Ken Leatham, George Batt, Cheryl Batt, Sharon and Neil Batt, and all his nieces and nephews.
A life well lived.
He will be missed.
TELFER, Samuel John (Sam)
We are devastated by our Sam’s unexpected death, aged 39 years. Dearly loved son of Linda and the late David, a much loved and respected brother and brother-in-law of Tom and Hazel, Patrick and Laura. Cherished uncle of Allie, and Bailey. Sam will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by his numerous family and friends. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Sam Telfer, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The Funeral Service for Sam will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Thursday, May 25, at 10.00am. Followed by a burial at Yaldhurst Cemetery. To watch a livestream of the service, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in Sam’s obituary.
“Rest in Peace”
BATCHELOR, Joy (nee Brown)
Peacefully on May 21, 2023, in Dunedin Hospital with Kaye by her side; aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of the late Frank, beloved sister of the late Jean and Ron Strang (Balclutha), loved daughter of the late John and Ena Brown (Wairuna), beloved mother and best friend of Kaye (Wellington), much loved sister-in-law of the Batchelor Family (Timaru). Joy was the former post-mistress at Brockville, receptionist at Television New Zealand, grew up in South Otago, and she lived in Clinton prior to moving to Dunedin. A Celebration of Joy’s life will be held in Hope and Sons Kennedy Lounge, entrance off Oxford Street, on Friday, May 26, at 11.00am. Messages to 2B Renfrew Street, Balaclava, Dunedin 9011.
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