WALKER, Robert William (Bob)
Passed away peacefully at Bethedsa Rest Home on May 10, 2023, in Christchurch, aged 82. A loved son of the late Betty Fraser and Malcolm Walker. Brother and brother-in-law of Graeme and Lynne and Les Hibbard. Father of Stacey, Scott and Dean (Australia). A fond uncle of Kim, Kerry, Maree and Chase and grand-uncle of Ryker, Aidynn, Abby, Caleb and Corey, and best mate of Paul Rawson. Messages c/- the Hibbard family to 78 Brisbane Street, Waltham, Christchurch 8023.
“Rest in peace Bob”.
At Robert’s request, a private cremation has been held.
BEAUMONT, Paul Harold
11.02.1931 — 16.05.2023
Husband of the late Joan for 65 years, Paul peacefully passed on from his home to permanently reside with his loving spiritual Father God. Paul was an active Methodist, a Boys’ Brigade member for 83 years, fire protection engineer, and an ingenious problem solver and campsite builder. Paul was a caring father and father-in-law of Fern and James Wakefield, Sam Beaumont, Heather and Mike Wingfield, Ben and Katharine Beaumont and Tui Rose Beaumont. Grandfather to Rosa and Hamish, Beth and Chris, Cathie and Murray, Sacha, Geoffrey and Holly, William, Grace, Thomas, and great-grandfather of Theo and Millie, Timothy and Andrew, Harry, and Joan. Son of Huia and Rosa, brother of Pamela, Rosemary and Hamish Roake and Meriel and Jim Cropp. Messages may be addressed to ’The Beaumont Family’, C/- 19 London St, Richmond, Christchurch. A celebration
of Paul’s life will be held
at the Beckenham Methodist Church, 83 Malcolm Ave, Beckenham, Christchurch, on Saturday, May 27, at 2.30pm. For those wishing to view Paul’s farewell online can do so by following the link below tinyurl.com/phbeaumont
KENNINGTON Marie
On May 16, 2023, peacefully at Coldstream Lifecare, Ashburton, aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late George, and the late Fred Latue. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of the late Doug Latue, Sue and Brian King (Timaru), the late Kay, Char and Paul Dunstan (Timaru), and Paul Latue (Timaru). Treasured Nana of the late Kyle, and Angela (Brisbane), Charloe, and Courtney and Sam; and Corey. Loved great-Nana Marie of Kyla (Brisbane), and Kennedy. Adored by her surviving sisters Nell Ellis, and Lesley Turnbull. Messages to Marie’s family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Marie’s life will be held at St David’s Union Church, Allens Road, Ashburton, on Monday, May 22, commencing at 11.00am, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.
BALL, Danny Kenneth
Passed away peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital on Wednesday, 17 May 2023, aged 72 years. Beloved husband of Jan, much loved father of Adrienne, father-in-law of Harley, treasured Granddad of Tristen, Zane and Leo. As per Danny’s wishes a private farewell has been held.
BENNETT, Edward Noel “Noel”
Passed peacefully after a short illness at Hawera Hospital on Thursday 18th May 2023, aged 87 years. Cherished and loved soulmate of Jean for 67 years. Much loved father of Robyn & Josef, Doug & Sharon, and Michael & Patricia. Adored poppa of Nick, Rebecca, Hannah; Tim, Sam; Joseph, Karl, and Bede. Loved great-poppa of Tyler; Max, and Harry. A Requiem Mass for Noel will be held at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Victoria Street, Hawera, on Monday 22nd May 2023, commencing at 10.30am. Mass will be followed by Noel’s committal at the Hawera Cemetery. A delayed recording will be available later that day on Noel’s tribute page at www.hardingsfunerals.co.nz....
CONDON, Sylvia Jean
September 22, 1937 – May 15, 2023. Loving wife of Jack Martin Condon (deceased). Devoted mother to Michelle, Gavin and Nicole. Beloved Grandmother to Melanie, Jonathan, Lydia, William, Michael and Eden. Great-Grandmother to Cameron, Josh, Mykaela, Logan, Kiedin, Jade, Sylvia, Gabriella, Ariah, Korbyn, Taira, Mia, Cooper and Darcy. At Sylvia’s request a private family service has been held.
ANDERSON, Fay Valmae (nee Clarke)
Passed away after a long illness at Diana Isaac Retirement Village on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, aged 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Morris. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Bruce and Marg, and Dawn (prior), and Stewart. Much loved Nana of Karyn and Phil Lynch, and Corey. Great-Nana to Olivia and James. Loved aunty to all her nieces and nephews. Many thanks to the staff at Diana Isaac for all their loving care of Fay. Messages to the Anderson Family, c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. A Funeral Service for Fay will be held at the John Rhind Chapel on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation.
MARTIN, Louise Victoria(née Simmons)
Born Toronto, of Christchurch passed away peacefully in London May 2, 2023, after a 5 year battle with cancer, age 62. Much cherished wife of Stephen, loving mother of Rima and Maya. Always loved elder daughter of Peb and Aldren (deceased), dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Virginia, Matthew, Benjamin (deceased) and Mark and Linda. Loved aunt of Hannah, Olivia Abigail and Nicholas; Franca, Xavier and Gabriel; Annabella and Clara. Huge thanks for the tender care for Louise by the medical staff at Guy’s Hospital and St Christopher’s Hospice, London. To watch-again webcast of funeral from 18 May see website https
BITOSSI, Angelo Dominic
Suddenly on 13 May 2023. Aged 43. Treasured son of Barry and the late Connie. Dearly loved father of Ashley, Sidney and Angelo. Adored GD of Indy and Kobe. Loving partner of Oksana. Loved brother, uncle and friend at all. A private service has been held. Messages to the Bitossi Family, c/- PO Box 185, Carterton 5743. or visit Angelo’s tribute page at
www.tributes.co.nz...
KAWHE, Royal George
It is with deep sadness that we advise that our dearest beloved brother Royal Kawhe, aged 78, passed away whilst sleeping on Tuesday, 16th May 2023 at Gracelands Hospital, Hastings. He is the last of our brothers leaving Mary, Pearl and Kuini/Loretta. Tears and laughter flow as we recall happy memories of our beloved brother as well as uncle, cousin and friend who was loved by so many. Royal was Cab157 in Wellington as an Owner Taxi Driver (retired) and is now at rest. We look forward to the time when death will be no more. (Rev 21
FEATHER, Matthew Lindsay (Matt)
Passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023, aged 20 years. Dearly loved dad of Theo, treasured son of Chris and Kristine, cherished older brother of Kaitlin. Much loved grandson of Gary and Heather Laplanche, and Lindsay and Rose Feather, an adored nephew and cousin. In lieu of flowers, donations to the The Mental Health Foundation in memory of Matt would be appreciated, and may be made online at
PETTY, Stephen Trevor
Beloved father of Jo (Hawkes Bay) and Andrew (Wellington), and loved brother of Sharon (Chch). Died unexpectedly while doing what he loved, walking the Port Hills on Friday, May 12, 2023. At his request, Steve was buried at Yaldhurst Cemetery in a private family ceremony.
THOMAS, Michael Aidan (Aidan)
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 16 May 2023, aged 76 years. Dearly loved Husband of Sharon. Loved Father of Adele, Jamie and Bindi. All messages to the Thomas family, C/- 282 Kimbolton Road, Feilding. In lieu of flowers, donations to Arohanui Hospice would be appreciated. Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Brigid’s Catholic Church, 4 Monmouth Street, Feilding, on Tuesday 23 May 2023, at 11.00am. Followed by light refreshments at Feilding Golf Club. A private cremation will be held the following day.
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LABRUM, Roy Stanley
Passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital on Thursday, May 18, 2023. Dearly loved husband of the late Shirley, loved father and father-in-law of Rosalie and Murray, Roy and Faye, Sharron and Malcolm, Michael and Susie, and Lesley and Paul. A loved grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather. Messages for the Labrum family may be sent to PO Box 26112, Christchurch, 8148. In keeping with Roy’s wishes a simple time to say goodbye will be held at the Canterbury Crematorium Chapel, Cnr Linwood Avenue and Keighleys Roads, on Monday, May 22, at 3.00pm
ROBERTSON, Judith Rose (Jude) (nee Matthews)
On May 16, 2023, peacefully at Cashmere View Care Home. Loved Mother and Mum Jude of Peter and Kirsty, David and Jane, Kate and Phil, and Flick and John. Loved Grandmother of Jacob, Frankie, Caspar, Noah, Mia, Charlie, Solomon, and Jack. Loved sister of Rod and Cathie Matthews.
‘Mum, we love youand will miss you.’
Heartfelt thanks to the team at Cashmere View Barrington Wing for their exceptional kind and loving care of Jude in the past 2 years as Dementia robbed her of herself. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Judith Robertson, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Dementia Canterbury, for the work they do to support sufferers and their families. Jude’s life will be celebrated in St Barnabas Anglican Church, 145 Fendalton Road, Fendalton, on Friday, May 26 at 2.00pm.
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