Death Notices

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

Recent Notices in New Zealand

Death

ANDERSON, James (Jim)

On November 29, 2022, peacefully at Marlborough Hospice, aged 79. Much loved husband of Judy. Loved father and father-in-law of Malcolm, Bruce and Julie, Stephanie and Maurice, and Jeanette. Loved Grandpa of Molly, Emily, Charlotte and Lusia. The family would like to thank the district nurses and Marlborough Hospice for all their support. Messages to 6 Moran Street, Blenheim 7201 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz... At Jim’s request, a private family cremation has taken place.

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HANNAN, Julie Elizabeth (nee Burn)

24.10.1949 — 29.11.2022
(Aged 73 years) peacefully passed away. Dearly loved wife for 51 years of Mike. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Trudy and James, Katie and Steve. Adored Nana of Zara and Isla. Beloved sister of Tony, Warwick and Chris.
Much loved and sadly missed.
Special thanks to the Oncology Unit at Auckland Hospital and Harbour Hospice Takapuna for their love and care. In lieu of flowers, donations to Harbour Hospice, 7 Shea Terrace, Takapuna, would be greatly appreciated. A service for Julie will be held at Holy Trinity Devonport, 20 Church Street, on Tuesday 6 December at 11.00am. Private cremation will follow. In memory of Julie please wear a touch of pink.

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HAMILTON, Paul Eldon

On November 27, 2022, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 63 years - just shy of his 64th birthday. Special friend of Gerald. Son of the late Eldon and Ann Hamilton. Brother of Craig and Jenny, Phillip and Robyn, Jo-Ann and Matthew. Special uncle of Lance and Nadine (Perth), Lauren and Benjamin (USA), Bradley and Amelia, Gabrielle, James, Anna and Mark, and Scott. Dearly loved great-uncle of Liam, the apple of Paul’s eye. Loved by all his aunties, uncles and cousins, especially his aunty Shirley. Paul was exceptionally brave and fought a courageous battle. He was determined to live and had a great sense of humour. Now he is at rest and free from pain. Special thanks to the staff at Ward 5B, Christchurch Public Hospital, for their care of Paul over the last four weeks. Your support has been greatly appreciated. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Paul Hamilton, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Private Funeral has been held.

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HUTCHESON, John Avon

Peacefully at Iona Enliven Care Home on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, aged 88 years. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Colleen and Blair, Bruce and Grace, Winnie and Lindsay (deceased), Tui and Peter (both deceased), Janice and Bill (deceased), Eaulali and Alan, Sally and Barry, Roy and Claire, Paul and Zoe. A loved uncle of his nieces and nephews. A service for John will be held in Eveline Presbyterian Church, 424 Thames Highway, Oamaru, on Monday, December 5, 2022 at 11.00am.

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LAURENCE, Lynette Kathleen (Lyn)

Passed away suddenly, amongst friends on 30 November 2022, aged 85 years. Loved wife of the late Don Loved mother and mother-in-law to Rowan, Scott & Lisa, Merrill & Robbie, Adrian & Tracey. Much loved Nana to Emma, Jina; Kirsten, Amanda; Jess, Matthew, Andrew; Jacob, Shae, Aimee, Kristie; Special Nana to
her great-grandchildren Rylee, Brodey, Kylah, Colten, Hunter, Indie, Acre, and Mihi.
She will be missed.
In accordance with Lyn’s wishes, a private cremation will be held. Communications to Ro, 027 427 7774.

Death

DEARSLEY, Peter John (Pete)

Passed away November 29, 2022, aged 78 years. Dearly loved partner of Pauline Gibbs. Loved father of Paul, Liam and Catherine. Loved grandfather of Tamara, Janjila, Sangdow and Noah. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Anne (deceased), Mike (deceased) and Judy, David and Toni, Sue and Francis and Tim and Jo. Loved uncle and great-uncle of many. Fondly thought of and respected by all of Pauline’s extended family. A lovely man of integrity, he will be greatly missed. Special thanks to Tim and all involved with Pete’s welfare at Russley Village Hospital Care. Messages may be addressed to the family of the late Peter Dearsley, c/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. A service to celebrate Pete’s life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entrance from London and Whitmore Streets, on Monday, December 5, at 10.00am. Private interment thereafter.

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MULLIN, Patrick Charles (Pat)

On Wednesday, 30th November 2022, peacefully in Palmerston North after a long illness, aged 80 years. Loved husband and friend of Helen, loving Dad of David, Andrew, Michael, and Stephen. Fond father-in-law to their spouses and partners. Proud Grand-Pat of his nine grandchildren. Youngest brother of Frances and Brian, John, Tony and Carmel, and Bill and Maureen. Godfather to Marion and caring uncle to all the Mullin and Kinney families. A funeral Mass for Pat will be held at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Palmerston North, at 11.00am on Monday, 5th December 2022, followed by a private cremation. All messages to the Mullin Family, c/- PO Box 5191, Palmerston North 4441. In lieu of flowers, a donation in Pat’s memory can be made to St John Ambulance https

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PEPPERELL, Marie(Anne Marie)

Passed away 30th November 2022 at her favourite place, Ledhaven. Inseparable partner of Murray Blue (and his brother Duncan). Much loved mum of Tonchi, and sister of John (deceased); Faye; Iza; Ian; Sue and Terence. A private gathering of family and friends will be held in the garden at Ledhaven.

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PAGE, Michael Robert

29.11.1951 – 30.11.2022
Passed away after a long courageous battle, surrounded by family and his favourite music, in Taupo. Much loved father and father-in-law of Michael and Monique, Janenne and Piers. Treasured husband of Dara. Poppa to Will, Nayshion and Cole. Loved brother of Dennis, Charmaine, Sharon, Gary and Maureen, and son of Beverley and Mick, and Robert. Special friend to Amanda. A service will be held at the Founders Lounge Chapel, 117 Rickit Street, Taupo, on Tuesday 6 December 2022 at 11.00am.
Taupo Funeral Services Ltd
Member of the Funeral Directors Assn of NZ

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ROBERTS, Richard Michael

29.2.1968 — 29.11.2022
Adored father of Troy, step-dad of Aimee. Most precious son of Maureen McLachlan (Himatangi Beach). Dearly loved brother of Rosemary, Nancy, Nicholas and Joshua. Richard will be at home from Saturday, 35 Ruanui Street, followed by celebration at Himatangi Hall on Monday.

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WALKER, Gwenneth Margaret

Passed away peacefully on November 25, 2022, at Te Hopai Home & Hospital, Wellington. The loved wife of the late Brian Charles Walker, her family (Melanie, Gerard, Miranda, Mark and Steve), would like to acknowledge the incredible caregivers who supported her both in Golden Bay and later Wellington, and in particular the staff at Te Hopai for their loving care of Gwen over the last three years. We are so grateful. Many people will remember Gwen from her long and distinguished teaching career at Tawa College, where she held the role of Associate Principal at her retirement in 1994. A private ceremony for her immediate family was held in Wellington earlier this week. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Te Hopai Home and Hospital, 51 Hospital Rd, Newtown, Wellington 6021 or https

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JONES, Clive Adrian

Passed away peacefully after a short period of illness, aged 81. Married to Gwen for 55 years. Father to three, twenty-two grandchildren and two great-granddaughters.
At Peace.
A celebration of his life will be held at Woodside Estate, 132 Woodside Road, Tamahere, Hamilton, on Thursday 8 December at 11.30am.

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ZIMMERMAN, Santina Mary

8 June 1936 —
30 November 2022
"Adored by all"
Daughter of Baden and Santina Lane. Beloved wife of Mick Zimmerman. Cherished mother, mother-in-law and Nana Beach of Leonard and Kerry;
Maree, Carolyn and Sandy; Chris and Vicky; and her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Special mention to the staff at Trinity Nursing Home, Hawera, for their devotion and support to mum. A funeral service will be held at the Catholic Church, St Francis de Sales, Waverley, at 11.00am on Saturday 3rd December.

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WATSON, Anne

Peacefully on November 30, 2022, aged 83. Loved wife of the late Neill, loved mother and mother-in-law of Dinah and Tom, Jim and Michelle, and Matt, loved Nana of Hugh and Paula, Lorna and Luke, and Joseph; Tom and Sophie, Ben and Chanel, Hannah and Lauchie, Jacob and Ola, and Tori, and her great-grandson Edwin, much loved friend and companion of Ron and a loved sister and sister-in-law of Peter (deceased) and Rita. A Requiem Mass for Anne will be celebrated at St Thomas’ Church, Mountain View Rd, on Saturday, December 3, at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Timaru Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice S.C. would be appreciated. Messages to the Watson family, C/- PO Box 772, Timaru 7940.

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LOBBAN, Murray Mark

Passed away November 22, 2022, in his 71st year. Loved son of the late Bert and Daphne, and loved brother to Gordon and Fay. A private cremation has been held. Messages to 23 Avon Road, Invercargill 9812.

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