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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BELL, Nuella Ann

On Thursday, June 15, 2023, at Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village, Christchurch, aged 85. Beloved wife of the late Donald, dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Timothy and Judith (Christchurch), and Vivienne and Michael (New York). Treasured grandmother of Michael, Andrew (Christchurch), and Maximus (New York), and great-grandmother of Alexander. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Marilyn and Ralph, Jen, Aileen and the late John. A funeral service will be held at St Christopher’s Anglican Church, 244 Avonhead Road, Christchurch, on Friday, June 23, at 1.00pm.

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RUTHERFORD, David George

Aged 70, passed peacefully at Christchurch Hospital surrounded by family. A loved Son, Father, Brother and Grandfather. Private Cremation. Messages to k.r.nz@hotmail.com
(Man of steel)

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RIDDER, Frederick Ronald (Fred)

On June 16, 2023 (aged 62). Fred’s family would like to let everyone know that his wheels finally stopped turning, his work is done, he’s finally retired and hung up his tools. Beloved soul mate of Raywyn, loved father and father-in-law of Rick and Robyn, Amy and Jason, Krissy and Greg, Carmen and John, Glen and Kirsty. Granddad to all his special grandchildren.
He will be deeply missed.
A Special thank you to all the love and care Fred received from the Otago Community Hospice. Let’s celebrate Fred’s ‘This is your Life’ at the Alexandra District Club, 35 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, on Wednesday, June 21, arrive at 12noon grab a drink and his celebration of his life will start at 1.00pm. In Lieu of flowers donations to the Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 2 Quail Close, Alexandra 9320.

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McGREGOR, Debra Jayne

Peacefully on 16 June 2023 at Mary Potter Hospice. Debra was a loved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunty, and friend. Special thanks to the staff of Mary Potter Hospice for their care of Debra. Many thanks to Kate Clarke and her oncology team of Wellington Hospital. Messages to the family may be left in Debra’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz.... A service to celebrate Debra’s life will be held at Old St Paul’s, Mulgrave Street, Thorndon, Wellington, on Tuesday 20 June 2023 at 11.00am, followed by private cremation.

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ORMSBY, Elizabeth Ann

Passed away peacefully on Friday, 16th June 2023, Aged 67 years. Daughter of Reg and Kahutaiki. Dearly loved Mother of Paki and Susie. Devoted Grandmother to Roman and Pia. Beloved big sister of Wendy, Debbie, and David. Adored Aunty of all her nieces and nephews. A Tangi for Elizabeth will be held at Poupatate Marae, Halcombe, on Monday, 19th June 2023 at 11.00am. Followed by cremation at Beauchamp Crematorium, 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North.

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GLOVER, John Richard

On 15th June 2023 at Fergusson Rest Home, Upper Hutt. Aged 87 years. John is loved and will be sadly missed by all his family. For funeral details please go to John’s tribute page at www.tributes.co.nz....

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GORDON, James Brackenridge

On Thursday, June 15, 2023, at Park Lane Retirement Village, Christchurch, after a short illness, surrounded by his loving family, in his 93rd year. Dearly loved husband of the late Grace. Loved father and father-in-law of Nick and Andrea, Graeme and Gail, John and Margaret, Sally and Bruce, treasured grandfather of Kate, James, Sebastian, Rebecca, Sarah, Billy, Rosie, Jessie, Carina, and Ella, and great-grandfather of Cody. A celebration of Jim’s life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entrance from London and Whitmore Sts, on Thursday, June 22 at 10.00am, followed by interment at Ruru Lawn Cemetery.

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RANDELL, Rosemary Jean (Rosie)

Passed away unexpectedly at Wellington Hospital on Thursday 15 June 2023. Aged 58 years. Loved daughter of Kathy and the late John. Immensely loved by her husband Tama. The best mum to Kylie-Ann, Benjamin, and Maia. Friends are invited to attend a service for Rosie at the Beauchamp Crematorium Chapel, 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North, on Tuesday 20 June 2023 at 2.00pm.
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WILLIAMS, Brian Henry

02.02.1938 — 15.06.2023
Dearly loved husband of Joyce, father of David, and Leane and husband Alex. Cherished Grandad of Dylan, Kelly, Aimee and Juliette; Great-Grandad of Rowan and Arthur. Brother and brother-in-law of Doug and Liz, Ian and Joan, Carol and Bill, Ken and Kay; also Eileen and Alex, Anne and Bob, Joan and
Alex. Cherished and respected by all of his extended family, special friends and former work colleagues. A service to celebrate his life will be held in J Fraser and Sons’ Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, on Tuesday,
June 20, at 1.00pm, followed by a final farewell at
Edendale Cemetery arriving
approximately 3.30pm. Special thanks to all who have showed dedicated support and care to Brian over the past 11 years, including District Nursing team, care-giving teams, St John Ambulance service, all followed by the genuine loving kindness of staff at Rowena Jackson, Salisbury Wing. Messages to 192 Moana Street, Invercargill 9810 or to Brian’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where there will be a livestream link to the service.

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BARTLEY, Merle (née McBurney)

Born April 18, 1933. Passed away June 15, 2023 peacefully with family by her side at Bupa Hillsborough Care Home. Dearly loved wife of the late John Bartley. Loved mother to her children Trevor, Graeme, Anne, Neville, Gordon, and their partners. Loved nana and great-nana to her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to attend a service to celebrate her life, to be held at Grange Manor, 400 Dominion Road, Auckland, on Thursday, June 22, at 10.30am.

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WESTMERLAND, Joseph Alan (Al)

Died peacefully at Cashmere View Hospital on Thursday, June 15, 2023. Beloved father, father-in-law and grandfather of John, Dawn, Samuel and Isobel.
Will be sadly missed

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PARKER, Michael James

Peacefully, surrounded by family, after a long battle with leukaemia at Nurse Maude Hospice Christchurch, on Thursday, June 15, 2023; aged 61 years. Dearly loved husband of Gillian, loved step-dad of Jess, Jared and Maddy. Loved son of Gordon and Val (both deceased). Cherished son-in-law of Barbara and Don (deceased). Adored Grandad Michael of Tai, Charlie and Harry. Beloved brother and brother-in-law of Vickie and Ian, Dale and Jynette, Deb and McNair, Eleanor and Al, Jo and Rickie, Greg (deceased) and Steph. A service to celebrate the life of Michael will be held at Aoraki Funeral Services Chapel, 160 Mountain View Rd, Timaru, on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 2.00pm. In lieu of flowers donations to Presbyterian Support South Canterbury would be greatly appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to

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WESTRUPP, Riki John

10.8.1964 — 4.6.2023
Your ticket to meet your maker has been clipped. Dad to Chantelle, Levi, Corvette and Gammin. Pop to 8 babes. Son of Monty and the late Heather. Bro of Lynne Kane.
Known by many, Respected by some,
Understood by few, Selfless
to all,
Authentic always!!! ED
A private service has been held.

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KINRAID, Brian Forbes

Aged 80, died in Wellington on February 6, 2023. Formerly of Nelson, later Australia, and the Philippines. Brian was the youngest son of Irvine and Ella Kinraid. Brother to Jackson, Murray and Graham. Always remembered by his family Denyse, Nicholas and Julian, and grandchildren Matilda, Willa and Hugo. Brian has been cremated and will be interred with his parents at a later private ceremony.

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RICHARDS, Neil Robert

Passed away suddenly at his home in Picton, on Saturday, June 10, 2023, in his 60th year. Loved son of the late Bernice and Jack Richards, brother of Jill, uncle to Emma and Steven.
RIP Neil, fly high
with the angels
A private cremation has been held. Messages may be sent to “The Family of Neil Richards” c/- PO Box 50-347, Porirua 5240.

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