TOPP, Patrick Archibald
On January 3, 2023, peacefully at Bainlea House, aged 77 years, after a short illness. Treasured soulmate of Gloria, adored father and best mate of Nicholas, Shane and Andrew, loved father-in-law of Jemma and Colette, and Grandad of Luna, Ashely, Max, Jackson, Regan, Kaiza and Jahmal. Much loved brother, brother in-law, and friend of many. Special thanks to the staff at Bainlea House for their wonderful care and support. Messages may be addressed to
WATSON, Natalie Maria (nee Pink)
Natalie passed away at Pohlen Hospital, Matamata, on Monday, January 2, 2023, aged 73 years. Much loved wife of Henry. Loved and devoted mother to Charlene, Alan, Kim and Harry. Loved grandma of 8 grandchildren and great-grandma of 7 great-grandchildren.
“Have a nice day and make somebody happy.”
A service to celebrate the life of Natalie will be held in the Matamata Club, Rawhiti Rm, Rawhiti Ave, Matamata, on Monday, January 9, at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to Pohlen Foundation Trust, would be much appreciated and these can be left here at the service. Natalie’s service will be livestreamed, please refer to watersonsfuneralservices.co.nz for the link under funeral recordings. All communications c/- the Watson family to 6 Tamihana St, Matamata.
APPS, Dora Gladys(previously Dora Knights)
Passed away peacefully at 7.55am on 1 January 2023, aged 101 years. She was dearly loved and will be missed by all, particularly Jennifer, her daughter and the Cox family and Graham, her son and the Knights family. A good life by a godly woman of great love and service. You will be missed by everyone, God bless. Her funeral will be at St John’s Anglican Church, Upper Hutt, at 11.00am on Thursday 5 January.
DAVIES, Marie Ellen (nee Connell)
6.11.1927 — 2.1.2023
Beloved wife of the late Harold. Loved step-mother and step-mother-in-law of Lyall and Lyn. Loved nana of Angela, Olivia, and Cameron and great-nana of Thomas, George, and Cooper. A Requiem Mass for Marie will be celebrated at St Patrick’s Catholic Basilica, 3 Timaru Road, Waimate, on Saturday January 7, 2023, at 11.00am, followed by interment at Waimate Public Cemetery. A Rosary will be recited at the church on Friday at 7.00pm. Garden flowers only by request. Thank you to Lister Home for the special care given in these past few weeks. Messages to the Davies family, c/- PO Box 4091, Highfield, Timaru 7942.
SWITZER, Pamela Sylvia
17.1.1941 — 31.12.2022
Passed away suddenly after a courageous battle. Dearly loved wife of Bob for 61 years. Loved mother and mother-in-law to Andrea and Eddie, Craig and Lili and Sharyn and Paul. Adored Nana to her loved grandchildren and great-grandchild. A service will be held to celebrate Pam’s life at the Founders Chapel of Remembrance, 117 Rickit Street, Taupo, on Thursday 5th January 2023.
Taupo Funeral Services Ltd
Members of the Funeral Directors Assn of NZ
CULLEN, Ruth Evelyn
Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday 2nd January 2023, aged 90 years. Beloved wife of Garth and loved mother and mother-in-law of Stephen & Judith, Barry & Yvonne, Tim and Alan & Pat. Blessed Grandma to her 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. A celebration of Ruth’s life will be held at the Methodist Parish Church, 261 Bank Street, Te Awamutu on Monday, 9th January at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation. At Ruth’s request, please wear bright coloured clothing. All communications to The Cullen Family, c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800.
CHRISTENSEN, Jean Mary
On 2 January 2023, peacefully, at Tainui Village Rest Home, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of David, much loved by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jean was a valued member of both the NZMCA and the Taranaki Caravan Club. A service to celebrate Jean’s life will be held at Vospers Chapel, 257 Devon Street East, New Plymouth, on Friday, 6 January 2023, at 12 noon.
BROWN, Roger James (Spadge)
Peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital, surrounded by family, on Monday, January 2, 2023. Husband of Jill for 59 years. Father and father-in-law of Peter and Angela, Trevor and Vanessa, and Rodney and Kristen. Grandad of Jayden, Liam, Paris, Marcus, Lucy, and Macy. Brother of Denis, Janet (dec), and Joy. Brother-in-law of Cliff. In preference to flowers, please consider a donation to Taranaki Rescue Helicopter Trust. Messages to the Brown Family may be left on Roger’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/roger A service to celebrate Roger’s life will be held at Tukapa Rugby and Sports Club, Gladstone Road, New Plymouth, on Friday January 6, 2023 at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation.
“We will miss your uniqueness, wisdom, and legendary
story telling”
RADOVANOVIC, Froso
On January 2, 2023 peacefully at Hutt Hospital; aged 82 years. Much loved wife of Steve. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Nickolas, Liza & Shane. Adored Yiayia of Isabella, Ashley, Olivia, Georgia, Alexander, and Dino. Loved sister of George and the late Ilias. In lieu of flowers donations to the Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at the service or made online www.wfa.org.nz.... Special thanks to all the staff at Hutt Hospital and the Wellington Free Ambulance. A service for Froso will be held in Cornwall Manor, corner Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt, on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at 2.00pm. In accordance with Froso’s wishes a private cremation will take place.
MILNE, Joanna
Of Raumati Beach. On Tuesday, 3rd January 2023, after a long illness. Aged 68 years. Partner of Grant. Loved Mum of Paul & Jess, and Mel & Greg. Beloved Grandma of Samson, Ardie, Juneau, and Cruze. Loved sister of Tony, Robyn, Simon, Michael, and the late Robyn and Paula. Wife of the late John Gilbert, stepmother to Paul, Ian, and Chris, and sister-in-law to Jane. A service to celebrate Jo’s life will be held at Kapiti Coast Funeral Home Chapel, 9–11 Hinemoa Street, Paraparaumu, at 11.00am, on Saturday, 7 January 2023. Messages for the Milne family may be sent c/- PO Box 119, Paraparaumu 5254.
BARRETT, Valda Stanford
Passed away at Lakes District Hospital, Frankton, on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. Dearly loved wife of the late Maurie, beloved mother and mother-in-law of Craig and Gayl, Sandra and Paul, dearly loved Nana and great-Nana of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A service to celebrate Valda’s life will be held in St Margaret’s Presbyterian Church, Ross Street, Frankton, on Saturday, January 7, at 2.00pm, private cremation to follow. Messages to Unit 10 / 32 McBride Street, Frankton 9300.
FOX, Ida Gertrude (nee O’Connell)
On December 31, 2022, New Years Eve. Loved wife of the late Henry Fox, with heavy hearts and family by her side, we farewell a loved and cherished mother of Pat, Kevin (deceased), Helen and Ann. A wonderful grandmother of Nick, Becky and Mike; Emma and Josh. Treasured by her extended family and friends. Messages may be addressed to the family of the late Ida Fox, c/- 19 London Street, Richmond Christchurch 8013. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St Anne’s Catholic Church, 739 Ferry Road Woolston, Christchurch, on Tuesday 11, 2022, at 1.00pm, interment to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.
BURROWS, William Fraser (Bill)
Sunrise 21.1.1944
Sunset 31.12.2022
Sadly passed away after a brief illness, fought a good battle, gone to annoy Bonnie. Loved Father of Donna, Wendy, and Bud. Loved grandfather and great-grandfather.
‘Will sadly be missed’
A Celebration of Bill’s life will be held at Alexandra House Chapel, 570 Alexandra St, Te Awamutu, on Wednesday, 4th January at 11am followed by a private cremation. All communications to the Burrows family, PO Box 137, Te Awamutu 3840.
Te Awamutu Funeral Services, FDANZ.
BROSNAN, Carla Ann
Peacefully at home on Thursday 29th December 2022, with her loving mother at her side. Loved daughter of Peter and Colleen. Cherished sister and sister-in-law of Justin and Rachel. Loved aunty to Kelsey, Xanthe and Evie.
‘Will Always Be Missed’.
A memorial celebration of Carla’s life will be held at the Otorohanga Club Southern Lounge on Thursday 5th January 2023 at 2.00pm. All communications to Brosnan Family c/- PO Box 241, Te Kuiti 3941.
VJ Williams & Sons
Funeral Directors Association of NZ
DOUCH, Gordon Arthur
19.11.1952 — 30.12.2022
We are very sad to announce the death of our dear Touche – Gordon Arthur Douch.
Cherished always. Rest peacefully with all our love.
A farewell will be held 11am,Thursday 5th January at The TreeChurch and Gardens, 119 West Road, ohaupo. We wish to thank all the people that cared for Touche over the past years, with special thanks to the Renal and H.D.U teams at Waikato Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gordon’s name to Cancer Society NZ would be appreciated. All communications to the Douch family, C/- PO Box 5523, Frankton, Hamilton 3242.
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