ELLIS, Russell James (Russ)
Passed away 31/12/2022. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Stuart and Colleen, special uncle to Darren and Hayley, Kylie and Richard, Fiona and Glen.
McKENZIE, Kenneth Dale (Ken)
Peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, 1st January 2023, aged 61 years. Much loved friend and husband to Julie for 45 amazing years. Loved dad to Sam & Susie, and Sean.
Ken has been warmly welcomed into the arms of his saviour.
For those wishing to pay their final respects to Ken, he will be available for viewing from 9.30am in the Kawhai Lounge at Raleigh Street Christian Centre, Raleigh Street, Leamington, Cambridge, on Friday, 6th January 2023. This will be followed be a celebration of his life at 11.00am in the auditorium. At Ken’s request, please wear something bright and colourful. All communications to the McKenzie Family, c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434
YELASH, Stephen Peter
Passed away peacefully at home, on Wednesday, 28th December 2022, at Hamilton, aged 74 years. Loved husband of Bronwyn and Loved father of Nathan. As per Stephen’s request there is no funeral service. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Waikato are greatly appreciated. All communications, please, to Simply Funerals, PO Box 10356, Te Rapa, Hamilton 3242.
GILMORE, Ruby Elizabeth Daphne
On Sunday, December 25, 2022 at Wairau Hospital, Blenheim, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family. Aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Norman, much loved mother of Trevor and Bernadette, Annette Nelson and Bill Bush, Doris (Doll) and Joey Baker, Bary (deceased), and James. Loved Nana and Great-Nana of Bary, Becky, Harry, and Freddie; James, Courtney, and Luka. Messages may be sent to the Gilmore Family, 21 Burleigh Road, Redwoodtown, Blenheim 7201. To all of Ruby’s friends, a heartfelt thank you. In accordance with Ruby’s wishes, a private family farewell has been held.
GIDDY, Rosalind Mary (Rose)
Passed away on Friday, December 23, 2022. Aged 86 years. Loving wife of the late Horton (Bob). Loving mother of Stephen (deceased), Colin, Michael, Norah and Deborah, and loving Grandmother of
6 grandchildren and Great-Grandmother of Zac, Milly
and Evie. Special thanks to Access, Hospice and Hospital staff for their care of Rose. Messages may be sent to the Giddy Family at 14 Holdaway St, Riversdale, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be made at the service or to a/c 06-0601-0044826-00 Ref GIDDY. A Requiem Mass for Rose will be celebrated at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Maxwell Road, Blenheim,
at 2.00pm on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, followed
by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.
NORMAN, Darryl Neil
23.3.1964 — 28.12.2022
Passed peacefully in his sleep surrounded and held by his loving family. So very loved and cherished by his wife and soulmate Cecilia (Ces) and his sons Matt and Josh. Beloved son of Neil and Gaynor, and treasured brother of Karlene and step son of Renee (dec). Loved father-in-law and Grandad to Amanda, Emma, Regan, Jaxon, Karter, Ashton and Emelia. Also a very special step brother to Tracy, Brony and Glen and a loved brother-in-law. Darryl was so loved by so many and will leave a print on our hearts forever. His greatest legacy is his loving family and friends who thought he was nothing short of a legend! Special thanks to the amazing District Nurses who provided invaluable help during Darryl’s final days and also to Raj Kumar and the teams at Mercy Hospital and Hospice who were always on call during Darryl’s journey over the last year. There will be a celebration of Darryl’s life in the Lowburn Community Hall, 58 Lowburn Valley Road, Cromwell, at 1.00pm on Wednesday, January 4, followed by private cremation. Live streaming at
www.affinityfunerals.co.nz... In lieu of flowers donations to the Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 102 Hall Road, Bannockburn, Cromwell 9384.
YARDLEY, Monica Mary
14 Nov 1942 — 29 Dec 2022
Sadly Monica passed away at home on Thursday 29th December 22, 2022. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Ian (dec) and Ann, Frances (dec), Danny (dec) and Heather, Stuart and Marilyn (dec), Sydney and Vera (dec). Caring nieces Debbie & Anne O’Keefe, and special caring friend’s Barbara, Claudia, Des and families for their love and support. Treasured and much loved Aunty of Debbie, Michael & Shaun Yardley. Loved mummy of Milo and Jess. A private family service has been held.
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SMITH, Mary Alison(nee Meek)
Passed away peacefully on December 24, 2022, in her 87th year. Dearly loved wife of Tony, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Terry and Karyn, Ramon and Theresa, and Kirstine and Jason. Treasured Nenny of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A very special thanks to all who have cared for Mary over the past year. Messages may be sent to The Smith Family, 163 Beach Road, Kaikoura 7300. A private cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service to celebrate Mary’s life will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at St Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Kaikoura, at 11.00am.
LIGHTWOOD, Nyra Ellen
Passed peacefully at home on Wednesday, December 27, 2022, in her 96th year. Much loved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Great-Great-Grandmother. Finally reunited with Alan. Messages to the Lightwood family can be sent via PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. A service to celebrate the life of Nyra will be held at St Christopher’s Anglican Church, 92 Weld Street, Redwoodtown, Blenheim, on Thursday, January 5, 2023 at 10.30am, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.
CHALLIES, Margaret (nee Collins)
Passed away on October 2, 2021. Family and friends are respectfully informed that a Memorial Service to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held at Marsden House Funeral Home, 41 Nile Street, Nelson, on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 11.00am. All welcome.
GROCOTT, Janey Downie (nee Taylor)
25.05.1953 — 18.12.2022
Late of Brisbane. Dearly loved wife of Guy, dearly loved mother of Pippa, Samantha and Timothy, and mother-in-law of Dave and Adeline, and grandmother to Ella, Paige, Anita and Arwyn.
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SIMMONS, James Armstrong (Jim)
Comfortably, and surrounded by family, on Wednesday, December 21, 2022; aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of Bett. Much loved father and father-in-law of Mark and Janet (London), and Ian and Marta (San Francisco). Treasured Pop to Vivian. According to Jim’s wishes a private service will be held. Messages to the Simmons family C/- PO Box 650, Tauranga 3144.
ADAMS, Alison Evelyn
Passed away peacefully with family by her side at Burwood Hospital on Thursday, December 22, 2022, aged 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Laurie Adams. Dearly loved mother of Karen, Malcolm and Nigel. Loved mother-in-law of Scott Johnson. Much loved and adored grandmother of Lance Johnson, Alison and Galau Piilua, Richard and Chloe Johnson. Great-grandmother to Jacarta, Kavahn and Ezekai Piilua; Hugo and Olive Johnson. Many thanks to the staff at Burwood Hospital for all their care of Alison. Messages to the family of Alison Adams c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. In accordance with Alison’s wishes a private funeral has been held.
SAUNDERS, Evan Frederick Alfred
(1936 —2022)
Of Temuka and Winchester, passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at Timaru Hospital. Much loved and treasured son of Frances and Alfred, and equally loved brother of Catherine, the late Alexander, and Myfanwy. A great deal of thanks to both staff and other residents of McKenzie HealthCare of Geraldine for your faultless care and ongoing love for Evan. Messages to 131 Dunbars Road, Halswell Christchurch 8025. A private cremation has been held.
WRIGLEY, Heather Margaret
Passed away peacefully at Annie Brydon Life Care, Hawera on 24th December 2022, aged 85 years. Dear wife of George. Loved mother of Margaret (Dec), Christine, Greg, Dennis, Diane, Judy, Kelvin, Ellen and their partners. A devoted grandmother and great-grandmother. Loved sister of Janice, Shona and Carol. In accordance with family wishes a private family service has been held.
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