McCORMACK, Hilary Strang
(CNZM)
31.12.1934 — 12.12.2022
A private family funeral has been held for Hilary as she requested. Now we can celebrate this wonderful woman with The Deaf Community, her family and her friends. Join us at The Deaf Society of Canterbury, 80 Fitzgerald Avenue, Christchurch, at 11.00am Saturday, January 28, 2023, where we will share stories, photos and memories without fear of her contradicting us!
HUTCHESON, Mary Frances Rose (aka Frances) (nee McClintock)
Passed away peacefully in her 92nd year on the 19th of January 2023. Loved wife of the late Frank. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Geoff and the late Stephen, Murray and Lolet, Gill and Mark. Treasured Nana to Waru, David, Lorin, Brendon, and Neta. According to the family’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place. Special thanks to the nursing staff at Bob Owen’s Rest Home. Messages may be sent to the Hutcheson family, c/- Hope Family Funerals, 4
Keenan Road, RD 3, Tauranga 3173.
COULTER, Don (aka Denim Don)
Passed away suddenly on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, aged 79 years. Amazing dad to his 7 children, grandfather to 14, and great-grandfather to 14. Affectionately loved brother, mate, friend, and muso to many. A celebration of Don’s life will be held at the Canterbury Chapel, corner Linwood Avenue and Keighleys Road, Christchurch, on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at 10.00am.
DUNWOODIE, Elaine Constance(nee Duncan)
<LOGO> mroses—b</LOGO>Who grew up in Dunedin, but has lived her adult life mainly in Auckland and Wellington, has passed away at 80 years. There will be a service to celebrate her life at St David’s Anglican Church, 3 Seddon Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt, at 11.30am Monday, 23 January. Enquiries contact 0211891558
de CASTRO, Lina (nee Freiman)
Lina passed away peacefully at home in her 95th year on 19th January 2023. Loving wife of the late Noel Desmond (Des) de Castro. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Mary (dec) and Ray Cook (dec), Josef Freiman (dec), Fred (dec) and Margaret Freiman (dec), and Freda and Joe Dowd (dec). Loved aunty of her nieces & nephews and their families. Rosary will be held at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Hawera, on Monday 23rd January, at 5.30pm. A Requiem Mass for Lina will be celebrated at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Victoria St, Hawera, on Tuesday 24th January 2023, at 11.00am. Thereafter to the Okaiawa Cemetery. Messages for family c/- Hardings Funerals, PO Box 605, Hawera 4640. A Livestream of Lina’s service will be on her tribute page at www.hardingsfunerals.co.nz...
LEAMY, Bernard Thomas (Bernie)
Passed away peacefully at Palmerston North Hospital on Wednesday 18th January 2023, aged 81 years. Loved husband of the late Gayle. Cherished father of Chris, Matt, Sean and Ali. A much loved grandad to Ceylan, Koray, Eliza, Lucille and Mya. In accordance with Bernie’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place.
Anderson Funeral Services
Foxton FDANZ
CATH, Ann-Marie (nee Gunn)
On January 16, 2023, after a brief illness, aged 85 years. Much loved wife of the late Eelke (Eric) Gerben Cath. Beloved mother of Tine-Mieke, Gilanne, Adam, and Rachel. Loved mother-in-law of Jean-Pierre, and Annabel. A very loved grandmother of Darcy, Théodore, Philémon, Jolyon, Eelke, and Bodhi. Loved grandmother-in-law of Adeline. Very dear Aunty Fifi to an extended family and wonderful friend to many. Thanks to Bryndwr Medical Rooms, wonderful home help services, palliative care and the staff of Christchurch Hospital who have provided such valued care and attention in her last months.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to Forest and Bird NZ and may be made online at www.forestandbird.org.nz.... After a private family committal, a memorial and celebration of her life will take place on March 2, details to be confirmed. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Ann-Marie Cath, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.
POCKLINGTON, Lynette Fay
Peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, January 20, 2023; aged 76 years. Loved wife and soulmate of the late Bill, much loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Darryl and Leah, Sheree and Dave, Pania, Jamie and Juanita, a loving and caring Nana to all her grandkids.
“Thank you for the wonderful memories”
In accordance with Lynette’s wishes a private service will be held. Messages to 364 Chelmsford Street, Invercargill 9810.
TAYLOR, James Daniel (Jimmy)
Passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital on January 17, 2023 with his much loved wife Dikoi, by his side. Precious father to Nora and Koirai, and beloved brother to Lorraine, Pam and Deborah. A Funeral for Jimmy will be held at Opawa Baptist Church, 285 Wilsons Road, Waltham, on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at 1.00pm.
REES, Ken
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Ashburton Hospital, January 18, 2023, aged 84 years. Loved and adored husband of Lyn, dearly loved father of Glenn, and Donna, much loved Poppa of Oliver, Cameron, Cody, Daniel, Paisley and great-grandfather to Lyric, Jackson, and Willow. Messages to the Rees family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Celebration of Ken’s life will be held at Our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Sts, Ashburton, on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, commencing at 2.00pm. All are welcome.
MARTIN, Kevin Kenneth
Passed away on January 18, 2023, after a long stubborn battle, aged 80 years. Loved husband of Nola. Loved Dad of Amanda, and the late Christopher, Sharon, and Andrei. Loved father-in-law of Keith. Loved Grandad and Pop of Tyler, Isaac, and Alice. A much loved brother, brother-in-law, and a special uncle and friend to many. Messages to the Martin Family, c/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440. At Kevin’s request, a private cremation has been held.
MONTGOMERY, Michael John
Unexpectedly at home on January 18, 2023, aged 62 years. Beloved husband of Pene. Proud and loving Dad of Brendan, Nicholas, James, and Darcy. Grandad to Mila and Sukura. Precious and loved son of John and Lois, and brother to Janette and the late Anne. Loved and respected son-in-law of Pauline and the late Ron Copeland (Cromwell). Loved brother-in-law of Katrina, Fiona, Deidre and families. A celebration of Michael’s life will be held at The Orchard, 20 McLoughlin Drive, Te Puke, on Tuesday, January 24, at 11.00am. In lieu of flowers, please consider an online donation to
littlemiraclestrust.org.nz
For Livestream details, go to www.elliottsfunerals.co.nz...
THURLOW, Valerie Beryl (nee Hughes)
Daughter of Heath* and Ted* Hughes (Invercargill). Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Ray* and Eileen, Cath* and Digger* McKenzie, Don* and June*, Albie* and Zelda*, Thelma and Bob* Busby (all of Invercargill), Heather* and Errol Lewis (Auckland). Treasured Auntie Val of her nieces, nephews and their extended families.
(*denotes deceased)
THURLOW, Valerie Beryl (Val) (nee Hughes)
On January 19, 2023, at Dunedin Hospital. Dearly loved wife of Kevin for 59 years. A very much loved and devoted mother of Kelvin, and Nicola Herbert, loved and cherished mother-in-law of Debbie, and Kerry. Dearest and treasured Nana of Jayden, and Jadana Thurlow, Logan, and Ryan Herbert, and special friend of Leanne and Gordon Pilley (Dunedin). A service to celebrate Val’s life will be held in Hope and Sons Chapel, 523 Andersons Bay Road, Dunedin, at 11.00am on Wednesday, January 25, the funeral then leaving for the Port Chalmers Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations for St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 26 Manuka St, Ravensbourne, Dunedin 9022 or on Val’s page at www.tributes.co.nz... where you can watch the service via livestream.
HOLLOW, Jeffery
Passed away peacefully at home on January 18, 2023, surrounded by friends. We would like to thank all the support workers at NZ Community Living who have cared for Jeffery over the years, Pip Harris a dear friend and advocate, and the Nelson Hospice team for all they have done.
Jeffery will be missed dearly and in our thoughts.
A service to celebrate the life of Jeffery will be held at Christ Church Cathedral, 1 Trafalgar Square, Nelson, on Thursday, January 26, at 10.30am.
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