RIDDELL, Ruth Elizabeth (nee Thomson)
Passed away peacefully after a brief illness at Enliven Care Home, Wanaka, in her 93rd year (formerly of Queenstown). Dearly loved wife of the late Les Riddell, much loved mother of Karen, Bruce and Sarah, Heather and Andrea. Much loved grandmother to Vera, Mark, Adam, Naomi, Michael, Reuben, Benjamin, Jessica, Elizabeth, Hannah, Matthew, Rebecca, Jeane, Nina, Tui, Jack, Tom, Seth, and partners, and her 11 great-grandchildren. A private cremation will be held, followed by a memorial service on Thursday, January 12, 2023, at 1.00pm, St Margaret’s Church, Frankton. All welcome. Messages can be sent to 45 Robertson Street, Frankton, Queenstown 9300.
DAVEY, Michelle Karen (Sheldy)
Unexpectedly at home with her dogs Lewie and Kupa by her side. Dearly loved and precious daughter of Alistair and Joan. Loved sister of Sharyn and partner Terry (Brisbane). Dearly loved granddaughter of Tom and Reita Peebles and the late Vic and Leah Davey. Treasured niece of all her uncles, auntys and cousins. Best friend of all the teachers and parents at BestStart Opihi, Temuka. A service to celebrate Michelle’s life will be held at Aoraki Funeral Services Chapel, 160 Mountain View Road, Timaru, on Saturday, December 24, 2022 at 11.00am. Special thanks to Bob Katene from Temuka Police Station. Messages to
POTTS, Eric John (Ricca)
Peacefully passed at Elizabeth R Lifecare and Village, Stratford on Tuesday, 20th December 2022. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of the late Hilton (Inky), Ian (Rusty) and Eileen; Doreen and the late Snow. Loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Heartfelt thanks to the staff of Elizabeth R Lifecare and Village, Stratford. In accordance with Ricca’s wishes a private cremation has taken place.
HOFFMANN, Frederick Joseph (Fred)
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, December 20, 2022. Dearly loved and loving husband of Lesley (Ginna), father to Jenny, and Liz, father-in-law to Roger and the late David. Pop to Sarah, Emma, Rebekah, and Mitchell. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Fred Hoffmann, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Private family funeral for Fred will be held.
A true gentleman to the end
SMITH, Mary Florence (née Ambler)
Passed away peacefully in the care of Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, on Monday, December 19, 2022, in her 91st year. Dearly loved wife of the late Ken Smith. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Jillian and Peter George, Christine and the late Dougal Moore, Richard Smith and Louise Green. Treasured Nana and Nana Mary of of Nicholas, Cheyenne, Jayden, William and Charlotte; Hamish, Courtney and Harry; James, Laura, Jack, Annabel and Daisy; Tori, Jamie, Jakob, Liam and Zac; Jaclyn, Jonny and Olivia; Sam; Matt and Esther; and Maddie and Kate. Thank you to the staff at Rosebank for the loving care they have given Mary over the past 4 years. Messages to the Smith family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Mary will be farewelled by her family this week. A memorial service and celebration of her life will be held in late January at a date to advised.
WRIGHT, Hadley John
78 years of age. On 19th December 2022 peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his loving family. Dearest husband of Lorraine for 55 years. Proud father of Janine, Craig, Carolyn and loved poppa of Hayley, Amy, Sarah, Hayden and Ethan.
It’s hard to forget someone who gave us so much to remember.
A celebration of Hadley’s life will be held on the 19th January 2023, 1-3.00pm, at the Outram Hall, 478 Beach Road, Murrays Bay, Auckland.
TAKARANGI, Hannah Maraea
It is with the most heaviest of heart ache that we David Kumar (Husband), Mark Garner (Partner), Joshua Takarangi, Gerrard Takarangi, Vincent Kumar and Edward Kumar along with her many Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren announce the passing of a loving Partner, Mother, and Grandmother. Hannah Maraea Takarangi peacefully at home on Monday 19th December 2022.Funeral arrangements are as follows. She will be laying at her homestead of 448 Heads Road, Castlecliff, Wanganui, until Friday 23rd December 2022 to then be taken to her final resting place Ranana (Tonga-Iti) at 11
OSBORNE, Brian Geoffrey
On December 11, 2022, at home; aged 94 years. Much loved and sweetheart of Elizabeth (Betty) for 70 years. A loved and wonderful Dad to Paul, Janet, Simon and wife Wendy. Loved Poppa of his
8 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Special thanks to Te Omanga Hospice. Brian’s wish was for a family farewell which we gave him with love.
KEENAN, Lewis Hall
5.8.1957 — 16.12.2022
Passed away on Friday, December 16, 2022, at his residence in Christchurch. Dearly loved brother of Valerie and loved uncle of Constance.
Sadly missed
BURNETT, Paul Dennis
Of Paraparaumu. Died 18th December 2022, aged 78 years. Dearly loved by Christine; Scott, Rachel, and Kahu; Glen and Kirsti. Messages to “the Burnett family” may be placed in Paul’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted C/- PO Box 723, Paraparaumu. In accordance with Paul’s wishes, a private service has been held.
THESSMAN, Warren Richard
Passed away 15 December 2022 aged 86. Much loved husband of Eunice, loved father of Murray, Michael, Amanda and loved by his 11 grandchildren. Messages can be sent c/o P.O Box 30412, Lower Hutt 5040.
McNABB, Bruce Albert
Peacefully at home on December 18, 2022. Dearly loved husband soulmate and rock of Sue.
Now at rest after a brave fight.
Bruce will be dearly missed by Sue and all the family. At Bruce’s request, a private cremation has been held.
BARRY, Maryanne Patricia
Maryanne passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Cranford Hospice, Hastings, on 14 December 2022, at the age of 58. Much loved wife of Peter Goss and mother of Chris and Molly; Nicole; and Hannah and Nadine. Loved daughter of Audrey and the late Pat, and sister of the late Martin and Jo; Phil and Michelle; and John and Kim. Maryanne’s family are deeply appreciative of the care provided over the past three years by the teams at Villa 6 and Cranford Hospice, and request donations to Cranford in lieu of flowers. A private cremation has been held, and a public celebration of Maryanne’s life will follow in the early New Year in Wellington. Tributes or messages regarding Maryanne can be posted to www.dunstalls.co.nz... or sent to The Barry/Goss Family, C/- PO Box 1055, Napier 4140.
KEENAN, Lewis Hall (Lou)
Peacefully on December 16, 2022, in Christchurch, aged 65 years. Dearly beloved husband, soulmate and best friend of Kathy. Father of Scott, Sam, and Ashley. A very special and loving stepdad of Anna and Charlotte. Loved brother of Valerie McTurk. Loved brother-in-law, workmate, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to ‘The family of the late Lou Keenan’, C/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. At Lou’s request a private funeral has been held.
RUSSELL, Janet Catherine (nee Christie)
02.12.1930 — 16.12.2022
Wife of the late Douglas; Mother of Craig and Kay; Nana of Lawsyn, Finn and Rosie. Passed away peacefully at the Te Aroha Community Hospital on 16th December 2022. Thank you to the staff for all their care and support. A private cremation has been held with a celebration of Jan’s life to be held at the Te Aroha Golf Club on January 4th at 2.00pm.
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