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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O’BRIEN, Basil Patrick (Bart)

Brother and brother-in-law of Kevin and Pat O’Brien, Monica and the late Brian Hanrahan, Rosie and the late Terry O’Brien; and Christine and the late Matthew O’Brien. Brother-in-law of Tom and Noeline Hone; Frank and the late Bernadine Shand; and the late Agnes Hone. Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews.

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MILES, Winifred Joan

Passed away peacefully at Wanganui Hospital with her loving family by her side on Saturday, January 28, 2023 aged 84 years. Dearly loved Wife of the late Harvey. Loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Grant and Kathryn, Steve and Vhairi, and Lloyd and Sarah. Loved Gran of Grace, Abbey, Alexandra and David, William, and Andrew. A special thanks to the wonderful staff at Wanganui Hospital CCU for their care and kindness. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance Marton would be appreciated and may be left in the Chapel foyer. A memorial service for Joan will be held at The Cobham Chapel, 18 Morris Street Marton, on Saturday, 11 February 2023 at 1.30pm.
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MORINE, Alistair Robert

Al went to be with his Lord and Saviour on Saturday 28th January 2023, aged 67. Treasured and cherished husband of Karen (K). Precious Dad of Nic, Bex and dog Bella. Respected and loved father-in-law of William Isbister and Fraser Craig. Adored Pappy of Billy, Camellia and Rosalie. Loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and dear friend to many. In accordance with Al’s wishes a private burial has been held. Due to Karen undergoing chemotherapy, a celebration of Al’s life will be held at a later date when it is safe to do so. Please register on Al’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/al to be notified of date and time. Our heartfelt thanks and deep appreciation to the lovely, caring staff at Te Rangimarie Hospice and to Al’s doctor, Carey Martin. In lieu of flowers, Al requested that you please consider making a donation to Christians Against Poverty (www.capnz.org).

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HOWELL, Phillip John

Moe mai ra e rangatira. Tino aroha. You will be missed bro.
Valerie, Carole & Herb, Gerry & Alison, Tisa & Grant, Goofy & Faye.

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KAY, Patricia Margaret(nee Ranstead)

Passed away peacefully on 29 January 2023, aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Bevan, dearly loved Mum to Kate, Nikki, Jenny, Jonathan and Richard, and grandmother to her 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. A Service will be held at St John’s Anglican Church, Arawata Street, Te Awamutu, on Thursday, 2nd February at 11.00am. Service will be livestreamed, please email for link to office@teawamutufunerals.co.nz All communications to the Kay family, PO Box 137, Te Awamutu 3840.
Te Awamutu Funeral Services, FDANZ.

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LYNCH, Elva Ruby (nee Higgins)

Our beloved mother died peacefully aged 96 years on 29th January, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Jim Lynch and loved mother and mother-in-law of Anne-Marie and Maurice, Michael and Monica, Cecilia and Susan, Bernard and Kimiko, and Therese and Neil. Cherished nana of 12 – Carmel, Naomi, Liam, Seamus, Brendan, Siobhan, Sasha and Pavel, Liz, Shaun, Stephen and James. And great-nana to fourteen great-grandchildren, Robyn and Hazel, Noah, Harley and Finn, Tiago, Rafa and Luisa, Keat and Honor, Ruaridh and Niamh, Miller and Lennon. Friend to many.
Always loved, never forgotten. Rest in Peace mum.

A celebration of Elva’s life will be held at St Ignatius Catholic Church, 12 Kotiri St, St Heliers, on Thursday 2nd February at 11am.
State of Grace
0800764722

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KIRKLAND, Ian James

Peacefully on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at Dunedin Hospital, aged 78 years. Dearly loved husband of Elaine, much loved father and father-in-law of Teresa and Merv Baker (Queenstown), Justin (Glenorchy), loved Grandad of Noah, and Sarah-Louise. A service to celebrate Ian’s life will be held in the Glenorchy Hall, 31 Mull Street, on Thursday, February 2, at 1.00pm, then leaving for Glenorchy Cemetery. Livestream available on www.southernlakesfunerals.co.nz... Messages to PO Box 100, Glenorchy 9350.

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MITCHELL, Jean Catherine

On January 30, 2023 peacefully at Archer Retirement Village and Rest Home, after a short illness. Dearly loved daughter of the late Jim and Myrtle, loved sister and sister-in-law of Helen and John Ritchie and James and Jenny Mitchell. Loved and respected aunt of Natasha, Katie, Cameron, Emma and loved great aunt of Callum, Madeleine, Klaudia, Reuben, Isabella, Marlie-May and Ilya. Special thanks to the staff at Archer Retirement Village and Rest Home for their love, care and support of Jean and her family during her stay. Flowers respectfully declined, however donations to Breast Cancer Canterbury can be made at her morning tea. A celebration of Jean’s life will be held in the Leisure Centre at Archer Retirement Village, on Wednesday, February 1, at 10.00am.

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MAHONEY, David John

Died peacefully at home in Blenheim, on Thursday, January 26, 2023. Aged 80 years. Dearly loved husband of Alison and father and father-in-law of Hayden and Nicky, and Rochelle and Graeme. Grandfather of Will Mahoney. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Ian and Wendy, Bruce and Trish, Sue Tapuni, and Barbara and Terry Searle. Messages may be sent to 70D McLauchlan Street, Blenheim 7201. A remembrance service for David will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Street, Blenheim at 11.00am on Wednesday, February 1, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

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BELL, Dorothy June

Passed away peacefully at Hospice Marlborough, surrounded by loved ones. Loved wife of the late Laurie, much loved mother of Cynthea (deceased) and Richard. Deeply loved Grammie of Jasmin, Jordan, Aaron, Braden and Georgia. Adored Great-Grammie of her five great-grandchildren. Loved sister of Owen (deceased) and Bruce. A huge thanks to Hospice Marlborough for their care of June in her final days. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Hospice Marlborough (03-1369-0365207-00) Ref

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TITHERIDGE, James Henry

Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Sunday, January 22, 2023, aged 18 years. Amazing and gentle son to his proud parents; Mark and Amanda. Adored grandson of Doris and the late Ross, Anita and the late Raymond Thistoll and his honorary Grandma; Jean MacDonald. Loved nephew of Grant and Vanessa Titheridge, Tony and Sonia Thistoll, and Paul Thistoll. Cousin to Bella and Florence. In keeping with James’s family wishes, a private family service has been held. Messages for the Titheridge family can be sent to PO Box 563, Christchurch 8140.

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DODD, Loma Muriel

Passed away on 19th January 2023, aged 93 years. Wife of the late Stan. Mother to Ashley and Leslie. Mother-in-law to Jean. Loving Grandmother and Great-Grandmother to all of her grandchildren. A Private Cremation has taken place. All communication to Leslie Dodd, 20/15 Koromiko Street, Te Aroha, Waikato 3320.

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SOANES, Marcelle

Passed away on January 24, 2023. Aged 93. An incredible wife to the late Ted for 60 years. An amazing and devoted mother to Kaylene (deceased), Robbie and Glenda, Cherie, Christine, Janine and Rick. A loving mother-in-law, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. Now in the arms of Ted and Kaylene.
Mum will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts.
Mum will be laid to rest with Dad and Kaylene on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 on the Gold Coast, Australia.
SOMERVILLE FUNERALS
(07) 55962233

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FOWLIE, FionaShirley (nee Polglase)

In the arms of the Lord she loved. Passed away 26th January 2023, aged 69. Widow to Wayne. Mum to Matt, Tamsyn, Lorne and Joseph. Grandma to Hannah, Hunter, Isla, Rylan, Theo, Fairah, Bonnie, Kenna, Rayna and James.
She had love for so many.
Service for Fiona is Wednesday 1st February at 11.00am at the Hamilton Bible Church, Hamilton East. Viewing is Tuesday 31st January at Simply Cremations from 12.00pm.

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McCALLUM, Erica Mary

After a courageous journey Erica passed away peacefully at Hospice Southland, surrounded by her loving family, on Friday, January 27, 2023, aged 68. Dearly loved wife and best friend of Ray for 51 years. Most precious mother and mother-in-law of Tanya and Neal, and David and Tracey. Loved Nana of Caleb, Ella and Zayden; Jackson and Maggie, Ethan and Amy, and Flynn. Erica was a loved sister, sister-in-law and Aunty. Special friend of Jill. Family would like to sincerely thank Rebecca and the wonderful staff at Hospice Southland for their love and care of Erica. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Southland would be greatly appreciated. As per Erica’s wishes a private service will be held. Messages to 27 Willis Street, Invercargill, or to Erica’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

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