AVERILL, Colin Ernest Walter
On Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of Val for 61 years, loved father and father-in-law of Kate, Sally, Mark and Jules, loved Grandad of Will, Annie, and George, Alice, Sarah, and Sam, loved uncle, respected colleague, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Colin Averill, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Laura Fergusson Brain Injury Trust would be appreciated and may be made online at lfbit.co.nz. The Funeral Service and celebration of Colin’s life will be held in Christ’s College Chapel, Rolleston Avenue, on January 16, at 1.00pm.
SALMOND, Lawrence Jeremy Elder (Jem, Jeremy)
Peacefully, at Harbour Hospice, Auckland, on January 3, 2023, one day after his 79th birthday. Loved second eldest son of George* and Dorothy* Salmond. Dearly loved husband of Anne, and father of Amy, Steve and Tim. Much loved brother of David* and Jan, Michael, Peter, Geoffrey and Deirdre, Louise and Wendy. A true gentleman, modest, and with a warped and finely developed sense of humour.
He’s away to redesign the Pearly Gates.
(*denotes deceased)
SAMSON, Kathryn Margaret
Wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed on December 25, 2022. Her ashes will be scattered at a later date.
DORE, Brian Guthrie
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, aged 85 years. Dearly loved and devoted husband of Lorraine, adored father of Jeff, Carolyn and much loved Grandad of Louis and Max. A private cremation has been held. A memorial service for Brian will be held on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at 2.00pm at Sopheze on the Bay, Caroline Bay, Timaru. Messages to the Dore family, C/- PO Box 772, Timaru 7940.
IACCARINO, Carmela (nee Costa)
Died peacefully in her sleep at Village at the Park in Wellington on Wednesday 4th January 2023. Beloved wife to the late Giuseppe (22.02.09). Loved and revered mother and mother-in-law to Cataldo & Shareen, and Orazio & Monia, and much loved grandmother to Daniella, Giuseppe and Matteo. Carmela was also the much loved sister, aunt and great-aunt to a very large family in Italy.
“Per sempre nei nostri
cuori e nei nostri ricordi, riposa in pace”
Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Carmela in the Church of St Francis de Sales, Clyde Street, Island Bay, on Tuesday 10 January 2023 at 11.00am, followed by interment with her husband at Makara Cemetery. The Rosary will be prayed in the same Church on Monday 9 January at 7.00pm. Donations, in lieu of flowers, to Alzheimer’s New Zealand would be appreciated and can be made online at https
KELLY, Peter Frederick
Passed away peacefully on January 2, 2023, aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of Moira, loved father of Janice, Lynne, Helen, and David, loved father-in-law, grandad, great-grandad, and friend to many. Messages to the Kelly family, C/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440. A Memorial service for Peter will be held at Northbrook Chapel, Spark Lane (off Northbrook Road), Rangiora, on Wednesday, January 11, at 1.00pm.
SUTTON, Pauline Elizabeth (Libby)
Passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital on January 4, 2023. Dearly loved wife of the late Doug, Dad to Lisa and Craig, and Nanny to Sophia and Ciana. Much loved sister and sister-in-law to the late Jenny and her husband Rod (Clibborn). Loved by her in-laws, nephews and nieces. Messages may be addressed to The family of the late Pauline Sutton, C/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. A celebration of Pauline’s life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entrance from London and Whitmore Streets, on Wednesday, January 18, at 1.00pm.
DOWNEY, Michael John
Passed away on Tuesday 3 January 2023, aged 95 years. Beloved husband of Rona for 66 years. Loved father of Alastair (Christchurch) and Jo, and grandfather of Kate and Tom. A celebration of Michael’s life will be held at Chartwell Cooperating Church, Belmont St, at 2.00pm on Friday 13 January. In lieu of flowers, you are invited to send donations to Outward Bound. All communications to the Downey family, C/- PO Box 5523, Frankton, Hamilton 3242.
BURGESS, James Sidney (Jim)
b. Christchurch 1946, d. Canberra, 4 January 2023. Loved son of Marie and Bill (dec) and brother of Bill (dec), Gerald and Mike, of Christchurch. Much loved and loving husband of Trish, and loved father and father-in-law of Carlene and Andrew Bourandanis, Max Burgess, Jenna (dec) and Tilly Michell. Proud and loving grandfather to Alannah, Angelo, Callista and Aristos; Juno and Jesse; and Percy and Milton. Jim died peacefully in Canberra Hospital and is now pain free. Thanks to caring staff in ICU. As Jim wished he will be privately cremated. A memorial gathering will be held at a date to be advised. Messages to 44 Union Street, Christchurch 8061.
THOMPSON, Karen Evelyn Anne
Passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at her home in Hawera, on Wednesday 4th January 2023, aged 67 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Butch. Treasured mother and mother-in-law of Daphnee and Paul, James and Shelley, Linda and Dom, and Suzy and Derrick. Nanny and Grandma High Five to Shicaela and Jackson, Blake, Braxton, and Caprice. Cherished sister of the late John and Fred.
A service to celebrate Karen’s life will be held in the South Taranaki Funeral Services Chapel, 268 High St, Hawera, on Wednesday 11th January at 11.00am, followed by private cremation. Those wishing to attend the funeral by webcast Can do so at www.southtaranakifunerals.co.nz.... In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Karen to the Gumboot Friday initiative are appreciated and can be made online at www.gumbootfriday.org.nz... , you can donate $3 By texting BOOTS to 469 or by using the donation box at the service. All communications addressed to the family of Karen Thompson, C/- PO Box 522, Hawera 4640.
BLACK, Donald Andrew (Doug)
On Monday, December 26, 2022, peacefully at the Amberley Rest Home, in his 96th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Ieleen (nee Fleming) for 68 years. Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Sue and Ian Pluck (Rangiora), Alison and Robert Sloss (Omihi), Dave and Marie (Hawarden), and Jan and Brent Draper (Amberley). Loved grandad of his 9 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. The Family would like to thank the Amberley Rest Home for their kindness and care of Doug. Messages to the family may be sent C/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440. At Doug’s request, a private family service has been held.
WILLIAMS, Kevin John
Passed away peacefully on Friday 30th December 2022, aged 75 years. Dearly loved Son, Father, Brother, Uncle, Grandfather, and friend to many. Kevin’s Funeral will be held on Tuesday 10th January at 11.00am at Harvey’s Chapel, 284 Oxford Street, Levin.
BROMLEY, Shirley Jocelyn
05.03.1944 — 01.03.2022
BROMLEY, James Hayden
KAY, John
Loved son of the late Vera and George Kay. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Lyn Mallia (Levin), Bruce & Margaret Kay (Melbourne), Helen & Bruce Marsden (Matamata), and Carol & John Mahar (Melbourne). Loved Uncle John to all his nieces and nephews.
Rest in Peace John
COWDREY, Maurice Frank
Peacefully at Elderslea Rest Home on 4th January 2023. Beloved husband of Maureen (dec). Much loved dad of David & Denise, Merrill, Claire & Dave, and Keren & Michael. Much loved poppa and big poppa to his 6 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Messages to the Cowdrey family may be placed in Maurice’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted to c/- PO Box 44-176, Lower Hutt. A service to celebrate Maurice’s life will be held at 1.00pm on Tuesday 10th January at Aflame Church, 870 High Street, Boulcott, Lower Hutt.
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