VAN DINGENEN, Maria Theresia Catharina (Stoddart)
Born March 22, 1956, died peacefully of cancer at home in Wharewerawera (Long Beach) Dunedin on the morning of December 14, 2022, as the sun rose and the birds sang. Sister of Jack and Peter van Dingenen. Wife of the late Craig Stoddart, mother of Lewis, Angie, and Joseph Stoddart. Nanny to Dawn, Helen, Isaac, Dylan, and Leo Stoddart. Whaea to many. Donations in lieu of koha to Otago Community Hospice, 0800 682 464.
BERG, Brian William (Bergie)
Passed away peacefully on December 14. Beloved and cherished big brother to Bronnie, David and Michelle.
“Forever in our hearts, be at peace now with Mum and Dad our brother, love you always”.
DAVIES, Geraldine Heritage
In the wonderful care of Lady Wigram staff on Thursday, December 15, 2022, following a brief illness, aged 73 years. Beloved wife of Richard and loved mother and mother-in-law of Sara and Andrew, Guy, Hugh and Emily, and Charles and Holly. Loved grandmother to Willie and Sahed, Henri, Jimmy, Eloise and Harriet. A loved sister, sister-in-law and aunt. A private cremation has been held.
NORLING, June (nee Baker)
On Thursday 15th December at Charles Fleming Retirement Village, aged 94 years. A peaceful end to a very eventful life. Precious daughter of Madeline Lucy and Stanley Clifford Baker (both deceased). Much loved Mum and MIL of Annette & Jamie, and Julie and Gordon. Unique Nanna of Joanna, David, Marcus and Briar, and Great-Grandmother of Marli and Kaio. A NZ champion roller skater, a wonderful old-time dancer and a granny marcher. She served on many committees over the years. Dancing again in the arms of her sweetheart and soulmate, Gordon. Many thanks to Kim and all of the carers who took superb care of Mum. As requested by June a private cremation has been held. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wellington Free ambulance would be appreciated.
WILKINS, Valma Inglis (nee Conradi)
Valma passed away peacefully under the wonderful care of Kaiapoi Lodge Hospital, aged 96. Loving wife to the late James Wallace Wilkins (Wal). Cherished mother and mother-in-law to Richard, John and Wendy, Catherine and Alan (Rawsthorn), and Andrew and Louise. Much loved Grandma to Janaya, Emily, Summah, Poppy, Caitlin, and Sadie. Great-Grandmother to Alexander, Margaux, and Charlotte. A service to celebrate Valma’s life will be held at Northbrook Chapel and Rossburn Receptions, Spark Lane, Rangiora, on Wednesday, December 21, at 1.00pm. Messages to the Wilkins family, C/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440.
FRAME, Allen George (Al)
Passed away after a courageous battle, on Friday, December 16, 2022, with family by his side, aged 83 years. Cherished husband of Margaret (nee Philbrick) for 61 years. Treasured dad of Jill and Stephen, Anne and Nathan, Helen and Michael, Mark and Donna, and a special family member of Jason and Nic. Much loved grandad, great-grandad, and friend to many. Many thanks to Dr. Hammond Williamson and the staff at Bupa Parkstone for their respectful love and care of Al.
Rest in peace Cobber
A celebration of Al’s life will be held at the Halswell League clubrooms, Halswell Domain, Tuesday, December 20, at 11.00am. Messages c/- PO Box 192, Tai Tapu 7645.
GIBSON, Andrew Beattie
Aged 62 years, passed away in Wellington Hospital on 15.12.2022. Beloved husband and soul mate of Anne, adored papa of Louis, Elle and Paige. Dearly loved son of Eric and Esther Gibson (deceased), and son-in-law of Peter and Robin Berryman. Much loved brother of Richard, Ralph, Ruth, Paul, Deborah, and the late Peter, and brother-in-law of Stephen, James and Lizzy, and their spouses. Treasured uncle of his many nieces and nephews and their families. Also known as ‘Gibbo’ to his wide group of friends who shared his love for life and adventure. A humble man that greatly loved his family and friends and was much loved in return. The service for Andrew will to be held at Old St Paul’s, 34 Mulgrave Street, Pipitea, Wellington, on 22 December 2022 at 1pm to be followed by private burial. The service will be live streamed and can be viewed on the following link https
CLARK, Vernon Raymond
ONZM
Reg. No. 448599, NZA (SGT), Reg. No. 4511579, RNZAF (LAC); Bledisloe Medal.
Peacefully in his sleep in his 100th year. Deeply cherished husband of the late Thelma, and much loved and respected father and father-in-law of Kingsley and Christine, Richard and Anne. Treasured Papa of Stuart and Bela, Phillip and Melaney; Victoria and Olivia, great-grandfather of William and Adelaide, devoted mate of Patch. Loved brother and brother-in-law of David and Joan, Beryl and Brian (deceased), Elaine and Eric (deceased), Alex (deceased) and Ngaire, and a loved cousin of Janice Jones. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Vernon Clark, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service to Celebrate Vern’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Thursday, December 22, at 2.00pm. Private Cremation thereafter.
TOAKLEY, Daphne Maria (nee Graham)
(Eldest daughter of the late Austin and Isabel Graham of Roseneath, Waipiata) on December 15, 2022 at Sydney, Australia, in her 91st year and a short time after the death of her husband the late Professor Ray Toakley. Much loved sister of Vera Grant (Dunedin), and Frances Irving (Timaru), and loved aunt to her New Zealand nephews and nieces. Any messages please to 51 Bay View Road, South Dunedin 9012.
ASKEY, Eunice Ngaire (nee Bailey)
Passed away peacefully on December 15, 2022; in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of Peter of 68 years. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Jenny, Howard and Anne, Stewart (dec.) and Mary, and Adele and Derek. Adored grandma of Erin, Andrea, Nick, Craig, Nathan, Chelsea, and Sarah, and “GG” to her nine great-grandchildren.
“Forever in our hearts”
Sincere thanks to all the staff of Elmswood Rest Home for their exceptional care of Ngaire; and the Avonhead Baptist Church for their support and friendship. In lieu of flowers, donations to Alzheimers New Zealand and would be appreciated by following the link bit.ly... Messages may be addressed to ‘The Askey Family’ C/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. A Celebration of Ngaire’s life will be held at the Avonhead Baptist Church, 102 Avonhead Road, Avonhead, Christchurch, on Monday, December 19, at 1.30pm. Private cremation thereafter.
SOLE, John Ernest
John left us suddenly on Thursday 15th December 2022, just three days before his 79th birthday. Much loved partner and best friend for 38 years of Tony Barnes. Treasured brother and brother-in-law of Jude and Mike Hansen. Loved uncle of Scott, Wade, and Todd Alsweiler, and great-uncle of Taine, Tneja, Daniel, and Kayden. In lieu of flowers, donations to Heart Foundation would be appreciated and may be left at the service. In accordance with John’s and the family’s wishes a private cremation has been held. All messages may be sent to ‘The Sole Family’, c/- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth 4340, or online at wabraham.co.nz/notices. A memorial service for John will be held in The Chapel of W. Abraham, 366 Devon Street East, New Plymouth, on Wednesday 21st December 2022, at 10.30am.
TE WHARE, Robert
Passed away on Thursday 15th December 2022. Much loved brother of Phyllis and Louis and cherished uncle/koro of all his nephews, nieces and mokopuna. Robert will lay in state, 72 Happy Valley Road, owhiro Bay, Poneke from 12.30pm Saturday 17th December. Nehu will be held on Tuesday 20th December 11.00am. For further information please contact the whanau directly.
E te papa hoki atu ra ki tua o te arai.. kia au te moe.
SWAIN, Frederick William George
Peacefully died with family at home on Sunday, December 11, 2022. Loved husband of Leigh, father to Chris, Nat and Nick, and father-in-law to Ricky, Cindy and Saskia. Bilbil to Sumer, Charlize, Ejay, Jasper, George, Frankie, Pepper, Oscar, Arlo, and Rupert. Much loved brother of Linda Taylor, Anita Waters, Ron, Tom, Sam and Bruce Swain. A celebration for Frederick will be held on Monday, December 19 at 2.00pm at the Napier War Memorial Centre, 48 Marine Parade, Napier. A special thank you to the wonderful doctors, nurses and staff at Villa 6 Hastings, Ward 23 Palmerston North, and Cranford Hospice. Messages can be sent via www.dunstalls.co.nz... or C/- PO Box 1055, Napier 4140.
WHITE, Eileen Mary
Formerly of Taihape, passed away peacefully on Friday 16th December 2022, at Julia Wallace Retirement Village, Palmerston North. Aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of Austin (deceased). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Graham (Feilding), Bruce and Sue (Wellington), Kevin and Rangi (Palmerston North), Heather and Ewen (Masterton). Mother-in-law of Mary (Palmerston North). Loved grandmother of ten, and great-grandmother of four. Sister of Jean Howard (deceased). Thank you to the teams at the Ranfurly (Feilding) and Julia Wallace retirement homes for their care over the past few years, especially to the SCU at Julia Wallace recently. A service to celebrate the life of Eileen will be held at Saint David’s Presbyterian Church, 19 Huia Street Taihape on Tuesday 20 th December 2022 at 1.00pm Tuesday. Messages to 61 Titoki Street, Masterton.
Bennetts Taihape
Funeral Services
06 3880452
AMOR, Barbara Anne (Anne) (nee Williams)
Peacefully on Friday, December 16, 2022, in Auckland, formerly of Canterbury. Beloved wife of the late Murray. Mother of Richard, Karen and the late Alison. Mother-in-law of Mary-Liz and Stefan. Grandmother of Johnny, Abby and Noah. She was the daughter of the late Thomas Charles and Barbara Williams (Christchurch). Sister of Betty, Russell and the late David. A service to celebrate Anne’s life will be held at a later time, date to be advised. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to
Nurse Maude, PO Box 36126, Merivale, Christchurch. All communications to
kamor01@gmail.com
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