PENNY, William Norman
Passed away at home with his family by his side, on 10th June 2023, aged 84. Dearest older brother and brother-in-law of
PORTER, Christina Eleanor (Eleanor)
Passed away peacefully on June 8, 2023, one week short of 95 years. A much loved wife of the late Jack. A dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Quinton (deceased), Brent and Lesley, Kerry and Kellie, Shelly and Pat. A loved grandma of Carly, Dionne, Olivia, Bradley, Trent and great-grandma of Ethan, Brooke, Ben, Eli, Thomas and Iris. A loved sister to Peter (Boysie), sister-in-law and aunty. A special thanks to the staff at Parklane Retirement Village for their care shown towards Eleanor and her family. Messages c/- the Porter family to 78 Brisbane Street, Waltham, Christchurch 8023.
“My Peace I Leave You,
My Peace I Give You.”
At Eleanor’s request, a private family service has been held.
ALLEN, Leslie Desmond (Des)
Peacefully, at Sunhaven Rest Home, on Monday, June 12, 2023. Loved husband of Ruth and of the late Heather. Loved father and father-in-law of Terry and Claire, Rex and Jo, Carolyn, Clive and Raewyn, Toni and Pete. Stepfather of Michael and Carolyn. Grandfather and great-grandfather to many. In accordance with Les’ wishes, a private farewell has been held.
JOHNSTON, Morrie
Passed away 16 May 2023.
A celebration of Morrie’s life will be held on Thursday 13 July, 1.30pm, in the Memorial Centre, Tainui St, Matamata.
PEARTON, Valmay Dale
Peacefully, at Rose Lodge, on Monday, June 12, 2023. A loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to many. As to Valmay’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to Pearton Family, C/- PO Box 632, Invercargill 9840, or on Valmay’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/valmay.
McDOUGALL, Dr Ian William
In loving memory of Ian William McDougall, beloved husband of Margaret (nee Ryder) for 65 years. Much loved father of the late David, John, Andrew, and Louise and father-in-law of Jenny, Andrew, and Sonia. He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren Annie, Callum Rei, Kristen, Lauren, Aidan, Rowan, Angus, and Charlie. Ian died peacefully on June 4th, 2023, and a small family funeral was held on Friday, June 9th, at Waikanae Cemetery. Ian was almost 91 years of age and passed away at Malvina Major Retirement Village care centre. We give our grateful thanks to the staff for the lovely care they gave him. In his day, Ian gave generously of his time and skills to the many patients in his care. Messages to the McDougall family, 12 Sutherland Crescent, Melrose, Wellington 6023.
DOUGLAS, John Vincent(JVD/Doug/Dougal)
Passed away peacefully in Papua New Guinea. Dad to Rachel, Juliet & Kate. Grandad to Morgan, Bailey, Austin, Riley, Jussi & Zara.
“Death is but the next great adventure”
HEMBROW, Ronald Leslie (Ron)
Peacefully, on Saturday, June 10, 2023, in Christchurch, aged 91 years. Dearly loved partner of the late Daphne, a much loved father, father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather and a friend to many. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Ron Hembrow, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. Following Ron’s wishes, a private burial has taken place.
SULLIVAN, Daniel Norman
15.05.1932 — 09.06.2023
Retired Makarewa Nurseryman. Well-known in his 61 years of business in Makarewa, Southland. Shared Nursery and Handcraft Supply Business with wife Therese. Passed away peacefully in the loving care of Calvary Rest Home, Invercargill. Now in God’s heavenly nursery. Devoted husband of the late Therese May (nee Bone). Dearly loved father of Veronica, Ricky, Sharon, Nigel, Raewyn, Monique and their partners. A very proud and loving grandfather and great-grandfather. Son of the late Daniel Frances and the late Annie Kathleen Sullivan (nee Nordamann). Loved brother and brother-in-law of the Sullivan and the Bone families. Respected uncle of his nephews and nieces, families and friend in NZ and Australia.
A life well lived.
A private service has been held. Messages to the Sullivan Family, C/- PO Box 632, Invercargill.
CURD, John Thomas (John Boy)
Suddenly on 12th June 2023 at Sunhaven Rest Home, Bell Block. Aged 87. Dearly loved brother of Pauline, Cynthia, Jo and Billy (all late). Son of the late Tui & Joyce Curd. Loved husband to Yvonne for 63 years. Father and father-in-law to Joanne & Bruce Riddick, Kevin & Patricia Curd, Deborah & Scott Henderson, Tracey & Wayne Gill. Grandfather to Brendan & Amber Riddick, Kylie Riddick & Patrick, Kara & Andrew Brown, Bradley Gill, Hamish Hemi-Curd. Great-Grandfather to Cohen, Mikayla & Azaria Riddick, Bentley & Lincoln Brown. Daddy John to Marc Ladbrook. A private Cremation has been held. Messages can be sent to tributes@ascb.co.nz
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ARMITAGE, Aileen Elizabeth
19.3.1934 — 13.6.2023
Dearly loved wife of the late Ian. Loving mother and mother-in-law of David and Susan, Ross and Marnie, Carolyn and Phil Humphreys, a dearly loved grandmother and great grandmother. A much loved sister-in-law, aunty, cousin, and friend to many.
“I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever’
A service to celebrate Aileen’s life will be held in the Tasman Church, 6 William Street, Tasman, on Monday, June 19, at 11.00am.
McARTHUR, Barbara-Ann
November 19, 1958 —
May 28, 2023
Aged 64, at Campbelltown Hospital, Sydney, Australia. Beloved Mother and Grandma of Mitchell, Jen, Ella, Aria and Wills Barker, Deanne, Nick, Ethan and Jake Miller. Beloved sister and sister-in-law of Diane and Lindsay Baird, Otautau, Judy andDick Brown, Jacks Point, Queenstown, and also her nieces and nephews. Barbara-Ann has suffered health problems in the last 25 years so is now at peace.
HANSON, Leonard John (Len)
(RNZAF 82919) Sadly passed away on Monday, June 12, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 74 years. Beloved husband of Betty, loving father of Desiree, and Aleisha. Grandad of Sienna, and Malia, loving brother of Patsy, Elizabeth, Brenda, and the late Peter. Much loved uncle of all his nephews and nieces. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Len Hanson, 42 Beachvale Drive, Kaiapoi 7630. A Service to celebrate Len’s life will be held in our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Monday, June 19, at 2.30pm.
STONE, Diana Heather
Passed away peacefully at The Care Village Ngongotaha on 12th June 2023. Loved dearly by her Husband Gordon and her children Kirsty, Matthew, Rachel and their families. A special thanks to all that cared for Diana and supported her family during her illness. At Diana’s request a private family service has been held. All communications to Stone family, C/- 1358 Eruera Street, Rotorua 3010.
BECKETT, Donald Ian (Ian)
After a courageous battle, Ian passed away peacefully at home, on Friday, June 9, 2023, aged 70 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Graeme and Melissa, grandad of Oakley. Son of the late Albert (Cecil) and Alice. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Beverley, Margaret, Warren, Maureen and Donald, Tommy and the late Annette, Peter, Pat, Ross, Robyn, Susan, Roger, the late Cathy, and the late Grant. A fondly remembered uncle. A dear friend to Ross, Al and Denise, Liz, Mark and Vanya, Sally, Bill, Jack, Phil, Ronnie, Johnny, Jim, Tony, and the late Janet, among others, and beloved dog dad of Speights. In accordance with Ian’s wishes, a private cremation has been held, and a celebration of his life and the scattering of his ashes will be held at his Tinkertown home from 2.00pm on Saturday, July 15, 2023. All welcome. Sincere thanks to Hospice Southland and the District Nurses for their care of Ian over the past two years. Special thanks to Ross for his unwavering support of Ian, and for taking on his beloved dog. May his will to live, even in his final weeks, serve as a reminder to us all to never give up. Messages C/- G. Beckett, PO Box 34, Greymouth 7805 or to Ian’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tribute
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