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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FLEMING, Faith (Clara)

On January 18, 2023, peacefully at Diana Isaac Retirement Village; aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Maurice, loved mother and mother-in-law of Wayne and Jo, Ross and Janet, Brent and Elizabeth, and Chris and Lucy. Much loved Nan of Richard; William, Kate, Meg; Annalisa, Matthew; Sam, Charlotte and Freddie. Special thanks to all the staff at Margaret Stoddart and Diana Isaac Retirement Villages
for their care and support. Messages to the Fleming family c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. Funeral details to be advised.

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WHEELER, Allan Morris

On January 25, 2023, peacefully at Bethesda Care Home, aged 93 years. Dearly loved husband of Valma and loved father and father-in-law of Kenneth and Janice (Moeraki), Wayne and Michael (Fremantle, WA), and Sallyann (Claremont, WA). Messages to the Wheeler family, c/- P O Box 10345, Christchurch 8145. A celebration of Allan’s life will be held in the Ferry Park Chapel, 297 Ferry Road, on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at 2.00pm. Private cremation thereafter.

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TILLIER, Ian

On January 25, 2023, at his home in Christchurch, surrounded by his loving family, aged 73 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Kay, much loved father of Jolene, Bridget, and their partners Luke and Jesse. Much loved Pop of Izzy and Hazel. In lieu of flowers donations to Nurse Maude would be appreciated and maybe made directly to them online at nursemaude.org.nz/donate/ A private cremation has been held. A Memorial Service for Ian will be held at The John Rhind Chapel, entry from London or Whitmore Sts, Christchurch, on Friday, February 3, 2023, at 1.00pm.

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BURGESS, Joan

It is with our deepest and most sincere condolences for John, and the entire Burgess family, that the Inglewood Golf Club acknowledge the passing of our long time Life Member, and Patroness. Joan has been a stalwart of the club for many years and has been involved in all aspects of Golf. Loved by everyone who knew her, she will be dearly missed. End of Twilight will not be the same without Joan’s famous truffles.

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PEETERS, HendrikusGerardus Antonius (Harry)

On 25 January 2023, aged 91. Dearly loved husband of the late Catharina "Toos", dearly loved father and father-in-law of Grace and Paul, Toni, Harry and Colette, Richard and Kylie. Loved Opa of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Requiem Mass for Harry will be celebrated at St Mary Immaculate Catholic Church, cnr Elizabeth Street and Cameron Road, Tauranga, on Wednesday 1 February at 12.00pm, followed by private cremation. All messages to the Peeters Family, C/- PO Box 650, Tauranga 3144.

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HALL, Arnold

A softball legend passed away on January 23, 2023 in Christchurch Hospital. Loving husband to the late Shirley Hall. Children

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SANDERS, Frankie

63 years old. After 23 years of fierce determination and guts battling cancer, she died peacefully at home on January 25, 2023. Awesome mother to Abby, Sam and Sophie, wife to Kim, and amazing Grankie to Maize, Elvis, Izzy, Wilco and Zac.
“She will be sorely missed.”
Messages for the Sanders Family may be sent to PO Box 26112, Richmond, Christchurch 8148. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Society NZ would be appreciated and may be made online at https

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WILLAN, Paul Raymond

Passed away peacefully, on January 22, 2023, happy at home, aged 82 years. Beloved husband of Nanette, dearly loved father of Sandra, and Suzanne, loved grandad of four grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren, respected father-in-law of J.C, and Ken, loved extended family member and friend, and a fond companion of Peni the Pug. A lifetime of challenge, adventure, achievement, and love. Indomitable work ethic, and sense of fair play.
Life is a gift to be treasured and enjoyed.
Heartfelt thanks to Nurse Maude, and the nurses and doctors at Diamond Harbour Medical Centre. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Paul Willan, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In accordance with Paul’s wishes, a family farewell has been held.

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GORDON, Maureen Ruth

10.10.1935 — 25.1.2023
87 years old. Passed away peacefully in Levin. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Glenis & Russell Davenport and Sonia & Eric Jensen. Dearly loved and respected Nana of Debbie, Tracy, Nigel and Charlotte; Luke, Melanie and Vanessa. Adored special Great-Grandma of Nakita, Ben, Lily, Jai, Josiah and Amari; Talan, Lakoda, Soul, Phoenix, Quinn and Eden. A service to celebrate Maureen’s life will be held in the Morrinsville Presbyterian Church, Tuesday 7th February at 1.30pm. Messages can be sent to the Davenport Family, P.O. Box 1175, Levin 5540.

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HAYWARD, Raymond (Ross)

Passed away on Friday 20th January 2023, aged 85 years. Devoted husband of Shirley. Much loved father and father-in-law of Cary and Sarah, Sandra and Damian, Bryce and Kelly. Grandfather of Joshua, Chandima, Morgan and Zack, Lara and Mattie, Kyle, and Amelia. A private service to celebrate Ross’s life was attended by very close family. All messages to the ‘Hayward family’, C/- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth 4340 or online at wabraham.co.nz/notices. Sincere thanks to Hospice and Maida Vale Retirement Village staff for their dedicated care.

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GORMAN, Doreen Harramena (nee Barrett)

On January 26, 2023, peacefully at Lady Wigram Village with family at her side; aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Patrick, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Sharon and Paul Cunningham, Maree and Brian Fletcher, Kathryn and John Ferguson, Lynette and John Parker, Jo and Ian Snowball. Dearly loved gran of Simon and Emily, Amber and Javier; Jason, Megan and Jamie, Nicole and Steven, Brent and Jane, Amy and Daniel; Michael, Jacob and Beth; Daniel and Liv, Karl and Steph, and Blair. Loved great-gran of her twelve great-grandchildren. R.I.P. Special thanks to the staff at Lady Wigram for their wonderful care of Doreen. Messages to the Gorman family, c/- P.O. Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated in Our Lady of Victories Catholic Church, 106 Main South Road, Sockburn, on Monday, January 30 at 11.00am, followed by interment in the Yaldhurst Cemetery.

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McMILLAN, Lorraine Kathleen(née Perrin)

Passed away peacefully on 25 January 2023 at Bupa Hospital Crofton Downs. Aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late George, loved mother and mother-in-law of Ross and Jude, and Claire and Ian Matthews. Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of the late Norma and Brian Bremner. Lorraine was a loving Grandma to Richard, Julia, Ailsa, Greg and Liz, and Great-Grannie to Charlotte, Jonah, Theo, Leo, Evie and Georgia. A funeral service for Lorraine will be held on Saturday 4th February 2023 at 11.00am in Gee and Hickton’s Guardian Chapel, 6 Norrie Street, Porirua. Special thanks to Summerset Aotea Rest Home for the past 5 years care of Lorraine, and to Nurses and Carers at Bupa Hospital Crofton Downs who provided loving care to her in her final 3 months. In lieu of flowers, donations to Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated. Messages c/o Gee and Hickton, PO Box 50-514, Porirua, or email claire1bear1matthews@gmail.com.
Gee & Hickton - Porirua
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Tel. (04) 237 5332 FDANZ

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DAY, Dawne Dewey (nee Cramond)

Born December 22, 1934. Passed away on January 25, 2023, in Wellington, formerly Te Atatu Peninsula, Auckland. Loving wife to the late Frank Day. Mother to Frances, Greg, Ian, Geoff, Catherine and Randall. Beloved grandmother and great-grandmother to nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A service for Dawn will be held in the Main Chapel of the Morrison Funeral Home, 220 Universal Drive, Henderson, on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at 12.30pm.

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ALPE, Lynda (nee Burch)

On 25 January 2023 at Hutt Hospital, aged 88 years. Lynda passed away peacefully with family around her. Much loved wife of the late Frank, sister and sister-in law of Hazel and Barry Clevely, the late Barbara and Bill Aldridge, and sister of her late twin brother John Burch. Daughter and step-daughter of the late Dorothy and Hugh Burch, and Stanley Dyason (Poppa). Loved step-mother of Jan Hill and Paul Alpe. Wonderful aunt and great-aunt, and loyal and loving friend to those who were lucky enough to know her. A service to celebrate Lynda’s life will be held in the Harbour City Funeral Home Chapel, cnr Ward Street and Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt, on Thursday, 2 February 2023 at 11.30am, followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to the Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated and may be made at www.wfa.org.nz.... Messages may be left on Lynda’s tribute page at www.tributes.co.nz... or sent c/- PO Box 44-176, Lower Hutt 5040. A livestream is available via Lynda’s tribute page.

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CLARKE, Leonard Arthur (Len)

On January 24, 2023, at Lady Wigram Retirement Village, after a long, brave battle, in his 83rd year. Loving husband of Janice, much loved father of Felicity and partner Julian, and the late Andrew, dearly loved grandad of Bridget, and Megan. Loved and loving brother and brother-in-law of Ellen and Jack Smith (deceased), Joan and Tony Fitzgerald (both deceased), Bev and Alan Eathorne (both deceased), Marie Huston (deceased), Marg (deceased) and Avon Hyde, and much loved brother-in-law of Pam and Graeme Aldridge, Barbara Milner, and Rodger and Lois Chapman. Loving uncle to all his nephews and nieces.
Will be missed by all
Special thanks to the staff at Lady Wigram for their care and support. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Len Clarke, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A service to Celebrate Len’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, on Saturday (next week), February 4, at 2.00pm. Burial to follow at Lincoln Cemetery.

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