Death Notices

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

Recent Notices in New Zealand

Death

DIVAN, William Wallace (Wally)

Peacefully at Margaret Wilson Rest Home, Timaru, on Sunday, December 4, 2022, in his 95th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Chrystal, much loved father of the late Marilyn, Jill, and Carol. Loved granddad of Scott; Sonya, and Mark; Ben, and Tyson, and loved great-granddad of all his great-grandchildren. Dearly loved special friend of Denise. Donations to St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service for Wally will be held at Betts Funeral Services, 33 North Street, Timaru, on Friday, December 16, at 1.00pm, thereafter a private interment. Messages c/- PO Box 109, Omarama 9448.

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CADENHEAD, Norma Myrtle (nee Robinson)

On Sunday, December 4, 2022, unexpectedly at home, aged 85 years. Much loved wife of the late Malcolm, dearly loved mother of Stuart, Iain (deceased), and Tania. Much loved mother-in-law of Heather, and Peter Goulden (deceased). Cherished grandmother (Narma) of Olivia, and Emily Cadenhead, of Jackson, and Amberley Goulden, close family friend of Christopher Duffy.

She will be sadly missed
by family and friends.

Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Norma Cadenhead, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Funeral Service will be held in the Harewood Crematorium Chapel, Wilkinsons Road, Harewood, on Monday, December 12, at 2.00pm.

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SCHULTZE, Frederick Albert Loyala (Fred)

Reg No F803303, Major, RNZAEME. Passed away peacefully on 29 November 2022, aged 86. Dearly loved husband of Shirley and father of Lynette, Wendy, and Warren. Grandfather of three and Great-grandfather of five. In accordance with Fred’s wishes a private cremation has been held. Messages can be sent to Shirley, Masonic Court, 13 Clausen Street, Palmerston North 4412.

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PEARCE, Audrey Hazel (nee Claridge)

On 5 December 2022 at Hutt Hospital, aged 83, after a short illness. Dearly loved wife of the late Les. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Jennifer, Barry, Margaret, Greg and Ginnie. Loving Grandma to Hana and Xanthe. Loved sister, sister-in-law and aunt to her extended family. In line with Audrey’s wishes, a private family ceremony will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations to Diabetes New Zealand are appreciated. Messages to the Pearce family may be placed in Audrey’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted C/- PO Box 44-176, Lower Hutt. Thank you to the staff of Hutt Hospital CCU and the hospital unit at Shona McFarlane Retirement Village for their care of Mum over the last two months.

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TERRINONI, Alessandro

10.09.1937 — 04.12.2022
Aged 85 years. A much loved husband of the late Joan and a loved father of Paul and Jane. A treasured grandad of Trinity (Poppet), Sam and Callum, Daniel and Maddy, and Aimee. Best friend of Sharyn Pryde. A celebration of Alessandro’s life will take place in Harewood Crematorium Chapel, Wilkinsons Road, Harewood, on Thursday, December 8, at 11.00am.

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MACKIE, Craig Boyd

On 4th December 2022 in the garden that he loved, suddenly and far too soon. Beloved father and brother. Cherished Poppa and Leonie’s man. We will remember you always and will celebrate your time with us with a service to be held for family and friends at the Putaruru Timber Museum, SH1, on Friday 9th December at 11.00am. Followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations for Putaruru St John Ambulance would be greatly appreciated for all their support, and may be left at the service.
South Waikato Funeral Services Ltd, FDANZ
PO Box 459, Tokoroa 3444

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GRAHAM, Dawn

Dawn died peacefully on December 6, 2022 surrounded by her loved ones. A much loved partner of Max Rogers and wife of the late Ash Graham. Adored mother of Sandy and Liz, Kay and Vern, Mark and Susanne. Loved Grandma of all her grandchildren. Special thanks to Ann for everything, and to all the amazing people who helped Dawn through her illness. Dawn didn’t want any fuss and has been privately cremated. In the New Year we will hold a “final round” to celebrate and remember all that was so wonderful about our Dawnie.

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ARMS, David George

SSC - Columban Missionary Priest
On 6th December 2022. Peacefully at the Fergusson Rest Home in his 84th year. Dearly loved son of the late George & Agnes. Loved nephew of the late Eileen Duggan and all of his uncles & aunts and their families. Beloved brother & brother-in-law of John & the late Nelva, and Judith & Tony Wilton, and loved uncle of all his nieces,nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. Messages can be posted to PO Box 44-176, Lower Hutt 5040 or placed in Fr David’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... where you can also join the service via livestream. No flowers by request, but please donate to the St Columban Mission Society - www.columban.org.nz... Requiem Mass will be celebrated in the church of Ss Peter & Paul, 60 Knights Rd, Lower Hutt, on Friday 9th December 2022 at 1.30pm, thereafter interment at Taita Cemetery. The Vigil will be held in the chapel at Ss Peter & Paul on Thursday evening at 7.30pm.

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DUNSEATH, Kevin Craig

Passed away peacefully on Sunday 4th December. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Rodney and Diane. Loved Uncle of Natasha (dec), Shayne, Chani, Ria and Macy. Kurt, Casey, Cooper, Oliver and Imogen. A courageous battle fought.
You are now at peace.
Go Soar with the wind Kevin.

Death

MUIR, Pauline Mary

Passed away peacefully at Burwood Hospital, Christchurch, with loving family by her side, on December 5, 2022, aged 90. Dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Dave, loved eldest daughter of the late William and Jane Kennedy, loved sister and sister-in-law of Alan and Carole, and the late Diane, Beverley and George Waters, David and Marua, Peter (deceased) and Laura, Joan (deceased) and Pat Blair, and the late Bill and Kathleen, and Lorraine, a loved member of the Muir family, a cherished aunty, cousin, and a friend of many. Donations to the Greymouth Cancer Society would be appreciated and can be made online at cancer.org.nz or at the church. Messages to 21 Westvale Drive, Greymouth 7805. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St Patrick’s Catholic Church, High Street, Greymouth, on Friday at 11.00am. Pauline will then be laid to rest with her late husband Dave at the Memorial Park Cemetery, Gladstone. Recitation of the Rosary will be held in the William Sampson Memorial Chapel, Tainui Street, Greymouth, on Thursday at 7.00pm.

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MISKIMMIN, Sara Helen

On November 10, 2022, passed away suddenly while on holiday overseas, aged 64 years. Loved daughter of the late Bob and Noeline Miskimmin, dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Edna and Alister, Irene and the late Martin, Andrew and Elaine, John and Lesley and the late Pat. Aunt and Great-Aunt of Vince and Lyndsay, Karina and Kelvin, Krystal and Evan, and the late Robbie, Sydonie and Kane, Dani and Wez, Nick, Quinn, Zoe, Cory, Rocky, Ryder and Lyrah.
"Forever in our hearts"
Messages may be addressed to the family of the late Sara Miskimmin, c/- 19 London St, Richmond, Christchurch 8013.

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GRAHAM, Lorene June

On December 4, 2022, peacefully at Oxford Hospital, aged 100 years. Loved wife of the late Charlie, loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul and Robyn, and Gay and Tony, cherished Gran of Melanie, Jared, Elise, Louise, and David; Jeremy, Bevan, and Ramon, and also of her many great-grandchildren. Heartfelt thanks to the attentive staff of Oxford Hospital for their care. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Lorene Graham, c/- P O Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service to Celebrate Lorene’s life will be held in St Andrew’s Anglican Church, 195 High Street, Oxford, on December 19, at 11.00am.

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CHIRNSIDE, John

(QSM, JP)
On Saturday, 3 December, 2022, aged 87 years, the family acknowledge the passing of John a man who dedicated his life to serving the needs of the community. Dad to Mark, Tracy, and Neal. Father-in-law figure to Tanya, Tony and Fon. Grandad to Bradley, Dylan, Emily, and Olivia, and special to their partners. GG John to Gabby, and Rylan. Justice of the Peace, lifetime Labour Party member, former employee of Air New Zealand engine workshop, and former national delegate of the Engineers Union. Founding board member at Unimed, and former president of the New Brighton Bowling Club. Join us in a service recognising John’s life at AvonPark Chapel, Cnr Kerrs and Pages Roads, Friday, 9 December at 10

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MURRAY, Lorraine Frances (nee Darroch)

Passed away at New Plymouth, peacefully and surrounded by the love of
her family on Monday, 5th December 2022. Dearly loved wife of the late Bruce. Loved Mother of Andrew and Benita, Duncan and Alesha, Philippa and Tony, and Elizabeth and Jamie. Loved Nana of Jorja and Livie; Charlotte; Lucinda, Max and Henry; Robert and Jonathan. All messages to 14 Karamea St, New Plymouth 4310. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Taranaki would be appreciated and may be left online or at the service. Requiem Mass for Lorraine will be celebrated at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Powderham St, New Plymouth, on Friday 9th December 2022 at 10.00am. Thereafter to the Awanui Cemetery. Rosary will be recited at the church on Thursday at 5.30pm.
R.I.P.

Death

GRAHAM, Ivy Elizabeth (Lil)

Passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday 5 December 2022. Loved wife and soulmate of the late John, and mother and mother-in-law of Denis & Faye and Anne & Geoff Spooner. Much loved Nan of Emma and David. Special friend of Ian and Deb Brooks and family, and Dean and Carl. Lil’s service will be livestreamed, please contact Seddon Park Funeral Home for the link. A celebration of Lil’s life will be held on Thursday 8 December, at 1.30pm, in the Seddon Park Chapel, cnr of Seddon Road and Somerset Street, Frankton, Hamilton.
‘She was a precious,
spirited lady.’
All communications to the Graham family, C/- PO Box 5523, Frankton, Hamilton 3242.

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