Death Notices

A place to remember and celebrate the lives of those no longer with us

Recent Notices in New Zealand

Death

McELROY, Roger Ian

On December 17, 2022, peacefully at Murray Halberg Private Hospital. Loved son of the late Henry and Eileen. Much loved husband of Shona. Loving father of Brent, Mark (Pam), Guy (Stephanie), and Maria (Lee), and grandfather of Eloise, Sammy, Charlie and Angie. Loved by extended family and friend to many. A memorial service will be held at Grange Manor, 400 Dominion Road, Mt Eden, on Friday, January 20 at 1.30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John’s, Greenpeace or Cancer Society would be appreciated.

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MACKAY, Colin Robert

At Gore Hospital, on Saturday, December 17, 2022. Dearly loved son of *Elizabeth and *Alister Robert, loved brother and brother-in-law of *Elizabeth, *Donald and Isobel (Hamilton), and loved Uncle of all his nieces and nephews.
‘Treasured Memories’


A service to celebrate Colin’s life will be held at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Devon Street, Gore, on Friday, December 23, at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Gore Cemetery. Livestream link available
www.southernfuneralhome.co.nz... Messages to 8 Thomas Square, Mosgiel 9024.
(*denotes deceased)

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MAXWELL, WilliamJames (Jim)

Peacefully passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022, at his home at Oakwoods, Richmond. Jim is dearly loved by his family; Lorna, Brent and Roseanne, Nicola and Anthony, Andrew and Tina, and loved granddad to Curtis, Donata and Ryan. The Maxwell’s are having a private family cremation.

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NITZ, Edgar Barry (Barry)

On December 14, 2022, peacefully at Hospice Marlborough, aged 86 years. A loved husband of the late Janice, and father of Roger and Monique, Sally and Steve, and the late Johanna. A loved Grandad, brother, uncle and friend. In lieu of flowers a donation to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated. Messages to C/- PO Box 9, Blenheim 7240 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz... At Barry’s request a private cremation has taken place with a memorial gathering to be notified and held later in January 2023.

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GUY, Audrey Doreen (nee Davis)

Peacefully at Radius Millstream on December 12, 2022, in her 97th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Thomas. Loved and loving mother of Wendy Doak, mother and mother-in-law of Warren and Diane, and loved grandmother and great grandmother. Sister-in-law of Elaine and the late Colin Smith (Greymouth), and Ellen and the late Tom King (Christchurch). Messages to; The Guy Family, c/- 3 Bennett Place, Ashburton 7700. At Audrey’s request a private family service has been held.
0800 263 6679

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PEARCE, Rene

On December 18, 2022 at Rhoda Read Hospital, Morrinsville, aged 84 years, after a short illness. Dearly loved wife of the late Ron. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Karen and Mark Hoebergen, Robyn and Mike Crowe, Alan and the late Tracey Pearce. Loved Grandmother of Kelly, Steve, Melissa and Dave (Bullmore), and Ashleigh Hoebergen, Dan and Dani (Saunders), and Nicole Crowe. Loved Great-Grandmother of Carrie, Haylee and Charlotte Bullmore, and Isabella and Natalie Saunders. In accordance with Rene’s wishes, a private family service has been held. All communications to the Pearce family, C/- Alan Pearce, 27 Bexley Way, Morrinsville 3300.

Death

MAXWELL, William James(Jim)

Peacefully passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at his home at Oakwoods, Richmond. Jim is dearly loved by his family; Lorna, Brent and Roseanne, Nicola and Anthony, Andrew and Tina, and loved granddad to Curtis, Donata and Ryan. The Maxwell’s are having a private family cremation.

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TAYLOR, Shirley June

8.5.1930 — 18.12.2022
It is with great sadness we announce the death of Shirley, unexpectedly but peacefully at Timaru Hospital on Sunday morning, December 18; aged 92. Dearly loved wife of Gerald (dec) for 57 years. Much loved and treasured mother, mother-in-law and grandmother of Gary and Carline (Wellington), Judi
and Samantha and Leigh (Brisbane), Nicky and Ron, Seth and Neve (Christchurch). Beloved sister to Anni and
the late Warren and Bruce Schrader. Respected and admired by her wider family and friends. We are grateful to have had her in our lives for so long. Much appreciation to doctors and nursing staff at Timaru Hospital, and heartfelt special thanks to the caring staff at Glenwood Home who looked after our dear Mum for the past year. A memorial and celebration of Shirley’s life will be announced at a later date.

Death

SEAMARK, Warwick Owen (Sam)

Passed over peacefully on Monday 19th December 2022 in Rotorua, with Glenda at his side. Youngest son of the late Fred and Doris, brother of the late Fred and Malcolm, dearly loved dad of Murray and Cynthia, Vicki and Warwick, Neil and Jessica, Glenda and Steve, and beloved granddad and great-granddad.
A big man who lived life to the fullest. The long wait to swirl Eva around the dance floor is over Dad. Rest well.

Death

O’NEILL, Geraldine Mary

Died peacefully on 17 December 2022 at Freeling Holt House, Torbay, Auckland. Aged 78 years. Much loved daughter of Cath & Denny; and sister of Margaret, Denis, David, Barbara, Raymond, Christine, Philip, Michael & Gabrielle.
At rest and back with
Mum and Dad.
Many thanks to the staff at Laura Ferguson in NaeNae for the many years they looked after Geraldine.

Death

WHITE, Alistair Graham

Passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, December 14, 2022, aged 89 years. Beloved husband of the late Evelyn. Dearly loved father of Josh and Sarah. Much loved “Dagger White” to Ruby. Loved brother to Fay and her family. Messages to the family of Alistair White, c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. In accordance with Alistair’s wishes a private cremation has taken place. A Memorial service for Alistair will be held in mid January in Lyttelton details to follow.

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JOHNSON, Paul Frederick

On December 16, 2022, peacefully passed away at home, aged 69 years. Loving father and father-in-law of Matt and Jodi, Nicki and Jarrod, Simon and Nic, very proud and loving ‘Boppy’ of Maddie, Mila; Ollie, Sophie; Thea, and ‘baby bump’. Loved son of Fred (deceased) and Eileen, loved brother and brother-in-law of Phil and Tiff, loving uncle of Livvy, and Luke, former husband of Dee, and husband of Andrea. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Paul Johnson, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service to celebrate Paul’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Friday, December 23, at 10.00am.

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EWART, Ian (Ross)

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dearest Rosco on Saturday 17th December 2022. Husband of Maureen for 64 years, soulmate for 71 years. Adored Dad of Jacqueline Davis, Craig Ewart & Lynley Conroy, Dad-in-law of Martin Davis, Susie Carnachan & Chris Conroy. Grandad of Simon Davis, Belinda & Darren Johnston, Jordan & Alisha Ewart, Melissa & Ben Finlayson, Jason Conroy & Sophie Styles & Natalie Conroy & Thomas Hunter. Great-Grandad of Addison Johnston, Blair Finlayson & Indi Conroy. Also loved Brother-in-law & Uncle to Jeanie & Stan Russell & Robyn Ferguson & families, Brother of Mary & Robert (Dec.), and Brother-in-law & Uncle of Lynne Ewart & family. Great Cricketer & Rugby Referee. A service for Ross will be held in Cornwall Manor, corner Cornwall Street and Knights Road, Lower Hutt, TODAY Wednesday 21 December at 2.00pm.

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RYAN, Dorothy Evelyn (nee Evans)

Peacefully at Peacehaven on Sunday, December 18, 2022. Aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Gordon. Loved Mum of Judith and Kevin Bradley, Valda, and Graeme and Michelle. A loved grandmother and great-grandmother. A private cremation with family has been held. A Memorial Service will be held in the New Year with a date to be confirmed. Messages to 596 Kennington - Waimatua Road, RD 11, Invercargill 9877.

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CURNOW, Marion Florence(nee Fraser)

26 September 1929 —
15 December 2022
Passed away peacefully, aged 93 years.Now reunited with her late husband John. Loved mum of Stuart and Jan Curnow, Alan and Sandra Curnow, Judith and Robert Hambrook, Margaret and Mark Cowin. Adored Nanna to her 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. A special lady, aunty and friend to many. Thank you to the staff at Summerset Richmond Ranges for their care of Marion. A private cremation service has been held at Marion’s request.

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