SECKER, Tania Maree
Peacefully, on December 31, 2022, at Nurse Maude Hospice in Merivale, Christchurch, with family by her side, aged 52 years. Cherished daughter of Maureen Dawn Secker and the late Barry William Secker. Much loved sister and sister-in-law of Melinda and Dean McGregor. Proud and loving aunty of Georgia Stettler, Jenny McGregor, and Rose McGregor, and a much loved niece, cousin and friend. Adored furbaby-mother of Nahla and Nelson Horatio Secker. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude would be welcomed and may be made directly online at nursemaude.org.nz/donate/. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Tania Secker, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.
A Memorial Service for Tania will be held in our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Thursday, January 12, at 10.30am, followed by Interment of her ashes at Kaiapoi Cemetery, 75 Adderley Terrace, Kaiapoi. To watch a livestream of the service, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in Tania’s obituary.
THOMAS, Desmond William Lionel (Des)
Passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. Aged 93. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Lorna (deceased). Loved father of Grant (deceased), Heather and Rex, Robin and Andrea. Much loved Grandad of Jazmaine; Shane; (deceased), Brooke, and great-grandad of Jacob. Messages for Des’ family may be posted to the Thomas Family, C/- 26 King Street, Temuka. At Des’ request, a private service will be held.
PARKER, Alan Wayne
Born Denniston on 11.8.1954, passed recently after battling melanoma. Father to Kelly Jane and James Bentleigh Parker. Granddad to Braxton, Cole, and Ayla. Succeeded by Sara Wagstaff, partner for
18 years and rock for the
final months. No service, donations to NZ Arboricultural Association Sempervirens Trust
MILLER, Margaret Rose(nee Douglas)
On January 4, 2023 peacefully at the Home of Compassion, Upper Hutt; aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Dusty. Much loved mother of Michael and Caroline. Devoted Nana of Daniel, Krystal, and Christina, and Great-Grandma of Dustin, Keira, Keesha, Jaya, Evie and Demi. In lieu of flowers, donations to Home of Compassion would be appreciated and may left at the service or online at https
FARRELL, Beverley(formerly Muschamp)(nee Cutler)
Passed away at Waikato Hospital, after a short illness, on 3 January 2023, aged 86 years. Much loved wife of Gary, mother and mother-in-law of Jacqui and Mickey (UK), Anne and Colin (both deceased), Leigh and Milson (Christchurch). Adored Grandmother of four and Great-Grandmother of eight. In accordance with Bev’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place. Messages to 67/2 Seales Road, Morrinsville 3300.
FARRELL, Beverley (formerly Muschamp) (nee Cutler)
Passed away at Waikato Hospital after a short illness on 3 January 2023, aged 86 years. Much loved wife of Gary, mother and mother-in-law of Jacqui and Mickey (UK), Anne and Colin (both deceased), Leigh and Milson (Christchurch). Adored Grandmother of four and Great-Grandmother of eight. In accordance with Bev’s wishes a private cremation has taken place. Messages to 67/2 Seales Road, Morrinsville 3300.
TYNE, John William
Passed away peacefully on December 30, 2022, surrounded by his loving family, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of Pam, and loving and devoted father to his children, and Granddad Johnny to his grandchildren.
Many happy memories shared.
A private cremation has been held. Thanks to Janet and the caring staff at Highfield Rest Home where Johnny spent his final months. Our family appreciates the love and respect that they showed to Johnny.
EVERSON, Warren Glen (Wal)
On Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by family, aged 60 years. Loved Dad of Justin; Matthew and Sarcha; Troy; Cody and Jess; and Tyler. Loved Poppa of Brooklyn, Kanan, Tali, Emilio, and Meilah. Messages to the Everson Famiy, c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145. A celebration of Wal’s life will be held in the Ferry Park Chapel, 297 Ferry Road, on Monday, January 9, 2023 at 1.00pm. Private cremation thereafter.
JOHNSTON, Maureen Dawn (née Marson)
(late of ‘Pataka’) On January 3, 2023, peacefully at Burwood Hospital, in her 84th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Murray for 63 years, loved mother and mother-in-law of Andrew, Ian and Margaret, Kirsten and Philip Mably, loved and adored Gran of Matthew, Rachel and Shaun, Alisha and Cameron; Callum and Natalie, James and Greer, and Stella; Great-Gran of Sophia, Pippa, and Otis. Special thanks to the staff of Ward B1, Burwood Hospital, for their care and attention. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Maureen Johnston, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Playcentre would be appreciated and may be made online at
HASTINGS, Allen James
On December 22, 2022, passed away peacefully at home, aged 89 years. Devoted and loved husband of the late Mary, dearly loved father of Cecil, Warren, Jennifer and Angela, much loved father-in-law, grandfather and great-grandfather. Will be sadly missed. Messages may be address to The Family of the late Allen Hastings, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In memory of Allen the family request that any donations may be made to St John Ambulance. A private Funeral Service and burial has been held.
RYAN, Christine Margaret (nee Walls)
11.03.1949 — 3.01.2023
Chris died on the 3rd January surrounded by family, after a long illness., she is now at peace. Chris was the beloved wife of Terry and loving mother of Kelly and Patrick and son in-law Craig. She was the proud grandmother of Jack, Maddison, Leroy, Beau, Willow, Archie and Louie, and Chrissie to Shannon and Ashleigh and the late Travis. The family is most grateful for the support and care Chris received from Staff at Kensington Court Rest Home. Stoke. A memorial service will be held in Foxton at a date yet to be determined, further details to follow. In lieu of flowers the family would be grateful for donations to be made to Alzheimers Manawatu. All messages to be addressed to family of Chris Ryan, c/- PO Box 7103, Nelson 7040.
FEEKERY, Kay (nee Peters)
Of Palmerston North. On Thursday 5th January 2023 peacefully at Chiswick Park Lifecare. Aged 82. Dearly loved and loving wife of the late Kevin. Much loved Mum and mother-in-law of Scott and Angela. Treasured Nana Kay of Blake, and Jared. Loved daughter of the late George and Kathleen Peters. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Shirley, John (deceased) and Sue. Beloved aunty of all her nieces and nephews. Messages to the Feekery family, c/- PO Box 5191, Palmerston North 4441. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Motor Neuron Disease Association online at mnd.org.nz A farewell service for Kay will be held in the Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Friday 13th January 2023, at 1.00pm.
WRIGHT, Jane
Passed away peacefully at Waipuna Hospice Tauranga on January 1, 2023, after a life full of family, travel and adventure. Jane was the much-loved wife of Stewart, Mother of Susan, Phillipa, Andrew and Anna. Mother-in-law of Stephen, Grant, Jonny and Sherryn. Nan of Hannah, Daniel, Olivia, William, Solomon, James, Richard, Felix and Caitlin. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Waipuna Hospice for their loving care of Jane and family. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Waipuna Hospice via https
REES, Rosaleen Emma (Rose) (nee McNabb)
Born in Akaroa October 28, 1947, died in Christchurch January 2, 2023, after a short battle with lung cancer, aged 75 years. Beloved only daughter of Michael Joseph (Bob) and Maureen Berchmans Heffron McNabb (both deceased), late of Rakaia. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Michael and Beverly, Frank (dec.), Julian (Terry) and Cheryl, and Bernie and Kathryn, and a loved aunt and great-aunt.
A kind and caring lady
who will be greatly missed.
MILNE, Mary
On 2nd January 2023 aged 93 passed away peacefully to be with the Lord. Cherished wife of the late Jack Milne. Dearly loved and adored mother to Cath, Carol and Bram, cherished and treasured grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunty and a friend to many. A service to celebrate Mary’s life will be held in the Hutt City Church, 22 Marsden Street, Lower Hutt, on Tuesday 10th January 2023 at 11.00am, followed by a burial at Taita Cemetery.
He Restoreth My Soul
Psalm 23
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