ALDERSON, Kenneth John
Passed peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, December 29, 2022, aged 84. Adored husband and soulmate of Helen (nee Shatford) for 61 glorious years. Cherished father and father-in-law of Debra and Peter Hyde and Sharon and Warren Briden. Proud granddad of Samuel, Thomas, Oliver, Kelsey, Christopher, Kelly, James and Julie and great-granddad of his eight great-grandchildren. Loved and respected brother and brother-in-law to Heather and David Leigh (dec), Isabel and the late Alan Mills, and the Shatford family.
“The checkered flag has saluted a quiet and
modest man.”
Messages may be sent to the Alderson Family, PO Box 263, Kaiapoi 7644. A Service to Celebrate Ken’s life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, Richmond, Christchurch, on Thursday, January 5, at 10.00am.
JOLICOEUR, Dorothy Lynette(nee King)
Lynette, Parker, Grungy died peacefully in Auckland on 29 December 2022, aged 95. Loved sister of Jenny, Adrienne, Graeme, Miles and Stephen. Loved mother of Paul, Karen and Robert and grandmother to Tom, Ellie, Joseph and Mietta. At her request, no funeral will be held. No flowers please.
ANSTICE, Peter Keith
Passed peacefully on Friday, December 30, 2022; aged 78 years. Dearly loved husband of Phoebe, adored father of Jonathan, Timothy, and Gillian, cherished Grandad of Samantha, and Eleanor. Loved brother of Colin and uncle to Sheila and Phillip. Special thanks to those involved in Peter’s care. Service details to be advised. Messages to 16 Sycamore Place, Invercargill 9810.
AICKEN, John David
On Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at Lady Wigram Retirement Village, aged 80 years. Loved husband of the late Shona, loved father and father-in-law of Stephen and Tracy, Kelvin and Andrea, and Darren, loved Grandad of Ben and Anita, Kodie, Dylan and Jacob. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late John Aicken, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The Memorial Service in celebration of John’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on January 11, 2023, at 2.00pm.
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.
KNIGHT, Donna Lee
Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital on Friday, December 30, 2022 surrounded by her family. Dearly loved wife of George, cherished mum of Jason and Vanessa, and Charlene, and special grandmother of Eli. Messages to
RAWLINSON, Joan Winifred
With great sadness we confirm the passing of Joan, (known to her grandchildren as Marnie), on Monday 26th December 2022 at Hospice Waikato. Aged 72 years. She will be greatly missed by her husband Keith, four children, eight grandchildren, and numerous other family members who were all so dear to her heart. Facing illness with the same courage and strength she demonstrated through her love for us, Mum fought hard and we are all so proud of her. We were blessed to have her in our lives, but it gives us comfort to know that she is now at peace.
‘Until we meet again, Mum, you remain forever a part
of us all.’
We have held a a private service for immediate family, however, as Mum would have wanted, we will look to celebrate her life during a memorial event in the near future. All communications to the Rawlinson Family, c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434.
DE LA MARE, Roger Anthony
Peacefully at Christchurch Hospital after a brief illness, on Thursday, December, 29, 2022, aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of Annette for 63 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Donna and Mike Shine, Lynette, Carolyn, Andrew and Karen. Adored grandpa of Holly, and Courtenay; Emma, Thomas, and Alice; Dion, and Ethan. Loved grandpa the great of Charlie, George, Ollie, and Freddi. The family would like to thank the staff of Ward 24 at Christchurch Hospital for their care given to Roger. A private cremation will take place, followed by a Memorial Service the date to be advised. Messages may be addressed to the De La Mare Family, c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145 or dmshine.ds@gmail.com.
SMITH, Mary (nee Meek)
Loved sister of Nessie and Wilf Ingram (both dec), Bill (dec), and Margaret Meek, Margaret and Bob Stringer (both dec), and Alison and Wayne Lilley. Loved Aunty of all her nieces and nephews and their families.
“Lots of lovely
Mokihinui memories,
Rest in Peace now Mary.”
FARQUHAR, Leola Gwendoline
Passed away peacefully on Thursday 29th December 2022. Aged 101 years. Beloved wife of the late Ken. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Gary and Kathleen, Pam and John Entwisle, Karen and the late Paul Coughey. Treasured grandma, great-grandma, and great-great-grandma. A service for Leola will be held at Chartwell Cooperating Church, 126 Comries Road, Chartwell, Hamilton on Thursday, 5th January, at 11.00am. All correspondence c/- Farquhar family, PO Box 276, Hamilton 3240.
CLARK, Robert Allen (Rob)
Died peacefully at home after a protracted illness, on Friday, December 30, 2022, aged 75. Beloved husband of Rosa, and treasured stepfather of Tui; son of the late Dot and Geoff Clark (Auckland); adored brother of Meryl (Canada), and brother Don (dec, Australia) and wife Sue; fond uncle of Leigh and Marion, and loving father of Hester and Seth (Hamilton). Private cremation. Please address messages to Rosa & Tui Shiels and Meryl Clark, c/- Geards Funeral Home, Kaitaia
PARKER, Joan Elizabeth(nee Pinfold)
We are deeply saddened by the death of our mother in Dunedin on 29 December 2022. Born in Palmerston North on 14 October 1934, Joan was the daughter of the late Bill and Grace, sister of Don (dec), Cecily (dec), and Judy. Cherished mother of Fiona & the late Barry; David & Barbara; Christine & David; Louise & Max. Granny to Sam & Zoe; Ruby, Oscar & Molly; Madeline & Annabel; Zac, Leo & Evie. Great-Granny of Aika. Joan died peacefully in her sleep, surrounded by her family, with the concert programme playing. Joan left school at 15 but along the way earned her B.Ed, LTCL, ATCL and DipTchg. She lived a spirited life as a violinist, soprano soloist, an activist for ALRANZ and many other causes. A keen gardener, home renovator, and traveller. Our loving and remarkable Mum is being cremated in private, as was her wish. A celebration of her life will follow at a date to be advised. Messages to 34 Pacific Street, Roslyn, Dunedin 9010.
WATSON, Winifred (Win)
Passed away peacefully in her sleep at The Steele Park Home, Hamilton, on Monday, 26th December 2022. Aged 96 Years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ron. Much loved mother and mother-in-law to Diane & the late Brian, Gary & Catherine, David & Suzanne, Dawn & the Late Stuart. Cherished nana and great-nana to all her grandchildren. At Win’s request a private burial has taken place. All communications to The Watson Family, 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434.
BUNN, Lindsay Robin
Passed away peacefully at home in Taumarunui on December 28, 2022, after a long illness. Loved husband of Dianne, dad and father-in-law of Nathalie, Stuart and Aimee, and Grandad of Sienna. Brother of Colleen, Kathleen, Wayne and Lois, and his deceased brothers Kelvin, Ted and Jack. He will be taken to Taupo Crematorium on Saturday 31st with a service at the small chapel at 1.00pm for close family and friends.
Taumarunui Funeral Services
Members of the Funeral Directors Association of NZ
WIBERG, Margaret Janet(nee Rosevear)
Suddenly at her home, on Tuesday, December 27, 2022. Loved wife of the late Colin. Dearly loved and devoted mother and mother-in-law of Christopher, and Nicola and Dean Fahey. Loved and adored nana of Jacob, and Kate Fahey. A service to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held at Aoraki Funeral Services Chapel, 160 Mountain View Road, Timaru, on Friday, January 6, 2023 at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation. A livestream of the service is available, please email office@aoraki.kiwi.nz or phone 03 6862148. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance would be greatly appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to
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