Death Notices

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Recent Notices in New Zealand

Death

KING, Peter Laurence

Passed away peacefully on Saturday 10th December 2022. Aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of Helen. Loved father and father-in-law of Leonie and Darryl, Rob and Sally, Steve and Jo, and Richard and Erin. Treasured grandad of Ben, Brooke Luke, Phoenix, Jetson, Saskia, and Max. The Service for Peter will be held at Woolertons Funeral Home, 8 Railside Place, Hamilton, on Thursday 15th December at 10.30am. Donations to Waikato Hospice would be appreciated and may be made online or left at the service. All correspondence for the King family, c/- Woolertons Funeral Home, PO Box 276, Hamilton 3240.

Death

TAHU, Hemi Rameka

Died at home peacefully on Friday 9 December 2022 at the age of 53. Dearly loved life partner of Leigh Thornett, adored father of Jaxon, treasured son of Hana Hair and the late Rodney Tahu and beloved step-son of Colin Hair. Cherished brother of Hami Tahu and brother-in-law of Kate Whareaitu. Much loved Uncle to Hami (Junior) and Te Arai. Loved step-brother to Braden Hair. Much loved by his ‘in-laws’ Judy Thornett, Tracey and Carl, Shane and Chris, Carl and Amy, and families. The farewell to Hemi will be held on Wednesday 14 December at 2.00pm at 90 Omori Road, Omori, Turangi.
Hemi, you were taken too soon - a humble, beautiful, talented man
- We love you forever Darlin.

Death

TYLER, Felicity (nee Tait)

On 10 December 2022 unexpectedly at Wellington Hospital; aged 60 years. Loved wife of Richard. Loved Mum of Randall and Curtis. In lieu of flowers donations to Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated and can be made online at www.wfa.org.nz... or left at the service.
A service for Felicity will be held in Heretaunga Christian Centre, 51 Lane Street,
Upper Hutt, on Thursday
15 December 2022, at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation. Messages to the “Tyler Family” c/- PO Box 30-127, Lower Hutt.

Death

O’BRIEN, Michael Hugh

3 July 1950 —11 December 2022
Much loved husband of Joy, father of Katherine, stepdad of Tania (deceased), grandfather of Kriss, Courtny and Ava, great-grandfather of Isla. Brother of Peter (deceased) and Terry (Turangi), son of Hugh and Lorna (both deceased), son-in-law of Mac and Shirley Turnbull (both deceased), brother-in-law of Janice and Trevor (deceased) McKeown. A man who faced great adversity with courage and patience is finally at peace
and pain free.
No flowers please, donations to Wish4fish www.wish4fish.co.nz... on behalf of Mike O’Brien. A funeral service for Mike will be held at Tauranga Park, 383 Pyes Pa Rd, Tauranga, on Friday 16 December at 2.00pm. For livestream link, please contact don@legacyfunerals.co.nz A memorial service will be held in Masterton at a future date. Communication to the Mike O’Brien Family, c/- PO Box 3136, Greerton, Tauranga 3142.

Death

FOSTER, Michael Richard

(1972-2022) in Auckland. Dearly loved son of Virginia Pennell and the late Richard Foster. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Caroline Foster and Robert Stock. Michael’s funeral has been held. All messages C/- Davis Funeral Care, PO Box 56013, Auckland 1446.

Death

NOBLE, Jennifer Ann (Chimo)

Born 26 September 1963 suddenly passed on 10 December 2022, aged 59 years old. Beloved daughter of the late John Te Parahe and Rkei Noble. Cherished and loved sister of Veronica, Christine, Nesta, Edie (dec), Elaine, John Jnr (dec), Daisy (dec), Lawrence (dec), George (dec), Derek (dec), Rex (dec), Lynette, Aroha, Anthony (dec). Chimo was returned to Te Khanga Reo o Te Ramanui o Te Atua where she will
lay overnight surrounded by family. Chimo will then move over to Kanihi-Mawhitiwhiti
P to lie in state until her burial. A service for Chimo
will be held at Kanihi- Mwhitiwhiti P on Wednesday, 14 December 2022 at 11.00am before her burial at Waitoto Urup, Hastings Road, kaiawa.
Moe mai r ki runga i te atua e chims!

Death

HUBRICK, Cheryl Gail Therese

On December 8, 2022, suddenly but peacefully at home. Extremely beloved wife and soulmate of the late Carl for 56 years. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Wade and Lisa, Jared and Diane, Kieron and Kal, and Matthew and Minako. Much loved grandma of Liam and Nicole; Samara, Alexsia, and Jacob; Lilli and Ava-Cherry, and a loved sister, sister-in-law and aunty.
Forever missed and
loved by all.
Messages to be addressed to C/- The Hubrick Family, 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. A celebration of Cheryl’s life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, on Saturday, December 17 at 10.00am, followed by private cremation. For those unable to attend, the service may be viewed via the following link

Death

TURKINGTON, Kathleen Daisy

Of Kapiti, formerly of Plimmerton. On Saturday, 10 December 2022, peacefully at Metlifecare Coastal Villas, Paraparaumu. Aged 102 years. Loved wife of the late Mervyn Turkington, and then loved partner of the late Colin Christie. Treasured Mum of John & Annie, and Bruce & Susie, and special friend of Lynne. Beloved Gra of Sarah and Haley, and Grandma of Neil, David, Emma, Cruz, Isaac, Summer-Breeze, and BJ, and all her great-grandchildren. Beloved Aunty Kath of her many nieces and nephews. Special thanks to all staff of Metlifecare Coastal Villas for their loving care and support. A service to celebrate Kath’s life will be held at Kapiti Coast Funeral Home Chapel, 9-11 Hinemoa Street, Paraparaumu, at 1.00pm, Tomorrow (Wednesday, 14 December), to be followed by a private cremation. The service can be watched via livestream, at www.kcfh.stream... (choose “Chapel” option).

Death

RUTHERFORD, Colin Clifford

Of Bunnythorpe on Saturday 10th December 2022 peacefully with family at his side, aged 86 years. Loved and adored husband of the late Margaret for 60 years, much loved father of John and Marie, Paul and Lynne, Noel and Alison, loved Grandad of all his grandchildren. A loved brother, brother-in-law, and uncle.
“Forever in our Hearts”.
Messages to the Rutherford family c/- PO Box 5191, Terrace End, Palmerston North 4441. A service for Colin will be held in the Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North on Friday 16th December 2022 at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Bunnythorpe Cemetery.

Death

SAMUELS, Tania Ann

Passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, December 10, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer; aged 54 years. Loved partner of Vaughan Moloney. Loved mum of Amber and Aidan Horne. Cherished by loving family and friends. Heartfelt thanks to all people involved throughout Tania’s journey. A service celebrating Tania’s life will be held at Aoraki Funeral Services Chapel, 160 Mountain View Road, Timaru on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 2.00pm. A livestream of the service is available, please email - office@aoraki.kiwi.nz or call on 6862148. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Society would be gratefully accepted and may be left at the service. Messages

Death

DYER, Malcolm Wilson (Dr)

Of Raumati. Peacefully at Mary Potter Hospice after a short illness on Thursday 8th December 2022. Aged 52 years. Dearly loved husband of Sarah. Loved father of Naomi, Isaac, Gideon, and Joshua. A service of celebration will be held at Grace Hall, Kapiti Impact Church, 6 Tongariro Street, Paraparaumu, on Saturday 17th December at 10.00am.

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OWEN, Janet Irene (née Bailey)

Peacefully at Bupa Ascot Care Home, Invercargill, on Monday, December 12, 2022, aged 79 years. Dearly loved wife of Peter. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Bruce and Julie (Waimate), Dale and Nicky, and Ross and Leanne. Adored Grandma of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Cherished daughter of the late Bill and Myrtle Bailey. Loved sister and sister-in-law of George (dec) and Beth, Robin (dec) and Gaye, Alan (dec), and Murray, and loved aunt of all her nieces and nephews. A private family funeral service will be held. Messages to 203 Wilton Street, Rosedale, Invercargill 9810.

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THOMAS, Anthony Richard (Tony)

WWII J Force RNZAF 71830. Passed away on December 4, 2022, at the Christchurch Hospital, aged 97. A dearly loved husband of the late Valerie, a much loved father and father-in-law of Les and Katie, Philippa, Christine (deceased) and Ken, Brien (deceased) and Shona. A loved grandad and great-grandad. Volunteered in the Airforce Museum for 23 years. Messages c/- the Thomas family to 78 Brisbane Street, Waltham, Christchurch 8023. A Requiem Mass for Tony will be held at the St Anne’s Catholic Church, 739 Ferry Road, Woolston, on Thursday, December 15 at 11.00am, thereafter Interment at the Ruru Lawn Cemetery.

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HAYES, Marion Eirona (Eirona)

On 10th December 2022, peacefully at Raglan Home and Hospital; aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Lindsay. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Stewart & Amanda, and Bronwyn & Dean. Loved Nana of Michelle, Rhys, Lindsay, and Jacob. A service to celebrate Eirona’s life will be held in the Raglan Congregational Church, 1 Stewart Street, Raglan on Wednesday 14th December 2022 at 11.00am. Followed by a burial in Te Mata Cemetery. All correspondence to the ‘Hayes Family’, C/- 717 Grey Street, Claudelands, Hamilton 3216.

Death

FERGUSON, Robert Andrew (Rob)

At home with his family on Thursday, 8th December 2022, aged 73 years. Cherished soulmate of Dawn. Loving Dad of Michael, Joanne, Fiona, Beth, Megan, and their partners. A proud Grandad of his 10 grandchildren. Much loved son-in-law and a treasured friend. With Rob’s love of the bush, please feel free to bring a sprig of greenery. A service to celebrate Rob’s life will be held in Trinity Methodist Church, Wicksteed Street, Whanganui, on Thursday, 15th December 2022, at 1.30pm, and will
be live-streamed on
www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz... (channel 2).

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