Death Notices

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Recent Notices in New Zealand

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SCOTT, Terence Stanley (Terry)

Peacefully on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Oxford Court Rest Home, with Maureen by his side; aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband for 62 years of his beloved wife Maureen, loved father of seven, loved grandad of twelve, and loved great-grandad of six.
R.I.P.
Requiem Mass will be celebrated in St Patrick’s Basilica, 40 Macandrew Road, Dunedin at 11.00am, on Friday, January 13, the funeral then leaving for Dunedin Cemetery. Terry will be at rest at 20 Coleridge Street, Kaikorai Valley until 5.00pm on Thursday, January 12. Messages to 20 Coleridge Street, Kaikorai Valley, Dunedin 9010 or on Terry’s page at www.tributes.co.nz... where the live stream of the Mass may also be viewed.

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GLOVER, Patricia Edith (Pat)

On Wednesday, 4th January 2023 at Hutt Hospital, aged 81 years. Loved wife of John and loved Mum, Nana and Great-Nana of all her family. A private service has been held.

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CROUCH, William Alfred (Bill)

Formerly of Marton and Wellington. Left us peacefully on Saturday 7 January 2023, aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband and long-standing companion of the late Julia. Loved, admired and honoured by his children Stephen and Peggy, and their families in New Zealand and England.
A man of God.
Bill will be sadly missedby his family and friends.
Messages for Bill’s family can be sent to Beauchamp Funeral Home, 18 Morris Street, Marton, or left onlineat www.beauchamp.co.nz.... A private burial has taken place.
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KOPPERT, Heather(Shirley Ann Heather)

On January 4, 2023 suddenly at Tuamarina, aged 83 years. Loved partner of Peter Hutchison (deceased). Mother and mother-in-law of David Smaill and Wendy Somerville, Graham Smaill, Nicola Smaill, Leanne and Trevor Harris, Julie and Alister Neal. Grandmother of Jaimee, Jasmine, Emma, Daniel, Janice, Jacob, Jennifer, Elizabeth, Stephanie, Chay, Mansyn, Breanna, Dean, Jessica, Stephanie and Luke. Great-Grandma, friend, confidant to many. Messages to PO Box 79, Tuamarina. Private Cremation has already taken place. Your passing has a left big hole in many lives. Love you double xoxo

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LOCKYER, Jean Howard

Passed away peacefully with family by her side at Christchurch Hospital on Saturday, January 7, 2023, aged 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Harry. Dearly loved mother of Helen and Sarah, and the late Karl. Loved mother-in-law of John. Much loved Granny of Alexander. Loved sister-in-law of John and Nancy. Will be sadly missed by her many friends. Many thanks to the staff
at Avon Lifecare and Christchurch Hospital for all their loving care of Jean. A Requiem Mass for Jean will be celebrated at St Michael and All Angels Anglican Church, 95/99 Oxford Terrace, on Friday, January 13, 2023, at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation.

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WINDERS, Kevin John (Johnny)

Passed away peacefully at Waikato Hospital on Sunday, 8th January 2023. Aged 57 years. Loved father of Gemma Fraser. Very much loved son of Shirley and the late Bede. Awesome brother and brother-in-law to Martin, Jan & Geoff, Denise & Roger, Tony & Jodie, Sue & Dick, and Brendan & Laura. Loved and respected uncle to all his nephews and nieces. Special thanks to the Waikato Hospital ICU Team for the wonderful care shown to Johnny over the past 2 weeks. At Kevin’s request a private cremation has taken place. All communications to The Winders Family, c/-262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800.

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UNSWORTH, Coral Leith

14.10.1943 — 7.1.2023
Passed away peacefully at Taradale Masonic Rest Home, Napier. Dearly loved daughter of the late Alfred and Gladys Unsworth of Wellington. Cherished sister and sister-in-law of Lynette and John Graham, Robert (deceased) and Naomi (deceased). Step-sister to the late George Unsworth. Loved and respected Aunty of Robert and Karin, Graham and Catherine, Andrew and Arlene, Marie (deceased), Linda, and Gale. Great-Aunt of five. Thanks to the staff at the Masonic Hospital and Rest Home for their special care of Coral. In accordance with Coral’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to the Unsworth Family, C/- PO Box 439, Napier 4140.

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DUNN, Judith Helen

On Saturday 7 January 2023 at Gladstone, Queensland. Dearly loved partner of Damon Jones, dearly loved daughter of Helen and Greg Dunn, loved sister of Alistair, sister-in-law of Kelly, and aunty of Ashley and Jasmine, Sydney NSW. A beautiful young woman taken far too soon, now peacefully at rest. Thanks to the medical and Palliative Care teams in Gladstone, and especially to Damon for his compassion and care these last few years. A private cremation will be held. No flowers please. We would appreciate donations being made to your local Cancer Society.

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LONGDEN, Robert Marshall (Bob)

Service # 508037 Dog Troop 162, 16th Field Regt, Korea. Peacefully at Hillview Home and Hospital, Te Kuiti, on Sunday 8th January 2023. Aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband of Jan for 47 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Jane and Bryce, Steph and Rich. Adored grandad to Morgan, Paige, Courtney, Lucy, Hannah and Sam. Great-grandad to Jacob. A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at St David’s Presbyterian Church, Otorohanga, on Friday 13th January at 1.00pm, followed by interment at Te Kuiti Cemetery. All communications to Longden Family, c/- PO Box 241, Te Kuiti 3941.
In the care of
V J Williams & Sons
Funeral Directors Association of NZ

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COLEMAN, Lynette (Lyn)

On January 7, 2023 in Brisbane, after a short illness. Dearly loved partner of Fred. much loved Mother of Karen,partner Jason, and Nana of Sawyer. loved Sister and sister-in-law of Pete Coleman (dec), Joan and Raynor Henson, Bruce (dec) and Heather Coleman, Doreen (dec) and John Packham, and loved Aunty Lyn of all her nieces and nephews.

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DUNCAN, Lynette Anne (Lyn)

Passed away peacefully on Friday 6th January 2023, aged 69 years. Dearly loved wife of Neil. Loved Nonna of Adam, Andrea, Allie, Hunter, and Matthew, Stella, Maddie and Evie. Loving sister of the late Karen, Sandra, Robyn, and Andrew, and all her nieces and nephews. All messages to the Duncan family, c/- 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North. In accordance with Lyn’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, Lyn wished for donations to The Hospice.
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BUXTON, Joan Elizabeth

Passed away peacefully at Rosewood Rest Home on January 6, 2023, aged 81 Beloved wife of the late Warwick. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Karen and the late Roy, Jeff, Steph, Maree and Mark. Much loved Nana to Kamil, Shakeal, Ashleigh-Jo, Mackenzie, Sanae and Danya. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Peggy and John, Lindsay and Roz, Nev and Helen, Malcolm, Noel (deceased) and Rowan. Will be sadly missed by her extended family and friends. A big thanks to the staff at Rosewood and Brookhaven Rest Homes for their care of Mum for the last 3.5 years. A very special thanks to Saara, Jocelyn, Hollie and Jill for the love and care of Mum in her final hours. Joan’s memorial service will be held at Parklands Baptist Community Church, 180 Queenspark Drive, Parklands, Christchurch on Friday, January 13, 2023 at 10.30am.

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SHEPHARD, Dennis James

Born 2nd February 1943. Passed away at Avonlea Home & Hospital, Taumarunui on Sunday, 8th January 2023 in his 80th year. Loved brother of Bruce and Heather and uncle of Fiona and Iain, Warren and Maree. Great-uncle of Daniel, Jessica and Amber. A Service for Dennis will be held at Taumarunui Funeral Services Chapel, 34 Huia St Friday, 13th January at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Taumarunui Cemetery. Communications to C/- PO Box 198, Taumarunui 3946.
Taumarunui Funeral Services
Members of the Funeral Directors Association of NZ

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HOPGOOD, Owen William

Peacefully, and in the loving care of the staff at Yvette Williams Retirement Village, Dunedin, on Saturday, January 7, 2023. Beloved son of Ida Winifred and Henry Arthur Hopgood. Loved brother and brother-in-law of the late Rees, Lloyd, Eric and Christy, Lorraine, Merle and Graham Bayne. A loving uncle to all his nieces and nephews. A service for Owen will be held in the Wanaka Community Hub, 34 McDougall Street, Wanaka, on Friday, January 13, 2023 at 11.00am. Livestream at www.affinityfunerals.co.nz.... Messages to 41 Meadowstone Drive, Wanaka 9305.
Rest in Peace

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WIELAARD, Helena (née van Buren)

Passed peacefully at Hospice Southland on January 4, 2023, aged 84. Dearly loved wife of Jacobus (Koos) Wielaard, dearly loved mum of Bob and Jackie, Roy and Tanya, and Sue Wielaard. Loved Oma of Jacob, Brigitte and Taylar, Holly, Macey and Callen. Dearly loved Great-Oma of Cooper, Ziggy, and Lotti. Loved Sister of Henk and the late Marion van Buren. Loved daughter of the late Johan and Arentje van Buren. A special thanks to the staff of Hospice Southland and Southland Hospital. A Private family service has been held. Messages to Wielaard Family, 20 Clifton Street, Invercargill 9810.

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