Death Notices

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Recent Notices in New Zealand

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WATERS, Euan John

On Thursday, November 24, 2022, passed away at home, aged 77 years. Loved husband of Shirley, loved father and father-in-law of Bronwyn and Tim, Nathan and Annette, loved Grandad of Caleb and Briar, Lorrin and Ava, loved brother and brother-in-law, uncle, and friend to many. A Funeral Service in celebration of Euan‘s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Tuesday, November 29, at 10.00am.

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McGREGOR, Jane Vickery (Jean)

On November 22, 2022, passed away peacefully at Charles Upham Retirement Village, aged 104 years. Dearly loved wife of the late John Robert (Jack), much loved mother and mother-in-law of Barbara and Alan (Blenheim), Ian and Vicki, and Rob and Jan, much loved gran to her seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
“Rest in peace,
always in our hearts”
Special thanks to all the staff at Charles Upham for the wonderful care and attention given to Jean. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Jean McGregor, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service to Celebrate Jean’s life will be held in the Northbrook Chapel, Rossburn, Spark Lane, Rangiora, on Friday, December 2, commencing at 1.04pm (to commemorate Jean’s 104 years), thereafter interment in the Ruru Lawn Cemetery.

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LELIEVRE, Trevier John (John)

Of Palmerston North. Passed away at Palmerston North Hospital on Friday 25 November 2022, aged 71 years. Dearly loved partner to Kui. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Christine; Suzanne and Murray; and Michele and Ken. Greatly loved and respected uncle to all his nephews and nieces, and a great friend to all who knew him. A Requiem Mass for John will be celebrated at The Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, 197 Broadway Avenue, Palmerston North, on Friday 2 December 2022 at 1.30pm, followed by interment at Kelvin Grove Lawn Cemetery.
Requiescat in Pace.
Messages can be sent to John’s family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.

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PEARSON, Elizabeth Ann (Ann) (née Carleton)

Of Paremata. Passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday 22 November 2022, surrounded by her loving family, aged 92 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Loris (Snow) Pearson. Much loved Mum of Suzanne, Robert, Wayne, Craig and Shane. Loved grandmother to her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Donations in lieu of flowers to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Ann’s life will be held in the Ninness Funeral Home Chapel, 17 Kenepuru Drive, Porirua, on Tuesday 29 November, commencing at 11.00am, thereafter to the Paraparaumu Beach Cemetery. Messages may be sent to “The family of Ann Pearson” c/- PO Box 50347, Porirua 5240. Livestream link details are available by emailing info@ninness.co.nz

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LIDDELL, Adrian Rex

On Thursday, November 24, 2022 at Invercargill, 5 days short of his 94th birthday the old electrician’s light flickered and dimmed then slowly faded into darkness. Dearly loved and loving husband of the late Val (Valerie) and loved and respected Dad, Grandad, and Great-Grandad of Kay and Ross Tangney, Ricki and Leanne Tangney, Paula Tangney, Christy and Ramon Zeestraten, Hunter B, Hunter P, Deakon, Ruby, Pippa, Saedy, Arlo, and Emmie. Loved special Dad of Vanessa Ross. Loved son of William* and Annie* Liddell and loved brother of Iris*, Neville*, Mervyn*, and Hyacinth*, much loved by all his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Adrian’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street Invercargill, on Tuesday, November 29 at 1.30pm, private cremation to follow. You are welcome to join the service via livestream by going to the Avenal Park website, obituaries page and click on the link on Adrian’s page. Messages to 113 Ball Street Invercargill 9812.
(*denotes deceased)

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MAGUIRE, Margaret (Minty)(nee Revell)

Passed away on November 22, 2022 in Christchurch Hospital as the result of a massive stroke. Much loved by her soulmate and husband of 51 years, Graham, her daughter Catherine, and her son and daughter-in-law David and Monica, also her grandchildren Willoughby, Alannah, Callum and Hamish. She will also be missed by her sister and brother in London

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MASON, Winifred Mary (Wyn) (nee Felstead)

Formerly of Tikao Bay. On November 25, 2022, in her 88th year. Peacefully, after a short illness at Christchurch Hospital. Dearly loved wife of the late Keith for 61 years, treasured and respected mother and mother-in-law of Peter and Sue, Colin and Justine, and Sandy and Gavin Buick, loved and adored grandmother of Laura, Sarah, Carey, Alex, Caleb, Ryan and Charlotte, and great-grandmother of her 7 great-grandchildren.
“Wyn held a special place
in many people’s lives and
will be remembered in
our hearts forever”
Messages for the Mason family may be sent to PO Box 26112, Christchurch 8148. Our special thanks to the team at Essie Summers for their care of Wyn over the last 2 years and the team at Christchurch Hospital. A private cremation will be held and a fitting celebration of Wyn’s life will be advised in the new year (it is going to take us some time to organise that!)

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WELSH, Alan (Batman)

Died at home peacefully on November 24, 2022, aged 62. A much loved partner of Tiffany. Loved father and father-in-law of Angela and Eoin; Darrell and Amy. Adored by Codie and Isla. Dearly loved son of the late Audrey and Les, loved brother of Diane, Bruce and Glenys and Graham and the late Angela and loved uncle of his nieces and nephews. Message c/- PO Box 7103, Nelson 7040. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Nelson Tasman Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A celebration of Alan’s life will be held at Beachside Conference Centre, Beach Road, Tahunanui, on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at 2.00pm. All Welcome.

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STEWART, Annmarie

Peacefully at Anthony Wilding Village on November 25, 2022. Dearly loved partner to Craig and daughter of Lorna and the late Ray (Chick). Dearly loved mother to Kaylie and Jaden. Sister to Raymond. Loved aunty to her nieces and nephews. Dearly loved by her many friends. Thanks to all who cared for Annmarie during her illness. A service to celebrate Annmarie’s life will be held at Hope Presbyterian Church, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, Christchurch at 1.30pm on Wednesday, November 30. Messages can be sent to the family c/- Hope Funerals, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042. Donations can be made at the service to the SPCA.

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BENNINGTON, Alan James

23.10.1941 — 22.11.2022
Passed away at Golden View Care Centre, Cromwell. Now at peace. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Joan and Tony Ruston, and all his nieces and nephews. A valued contributor to science education in Otago. A memorial service celebrating Alan’s life will be held at Hope and Sons Chapel, 523 Anderson Bay Road, Dunedin, at 2.00pm on Thursday, December 1, 2022. Messages to Villa 22, 1 Pages Road, Timaru.

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GRAY, Peter John

On 23rd November 2022, surrounded by his family at Wellington Regional Hospital, aged 65 years. Dearly loved husband of Sharon. Loving father of Vanessa and Rebecca. Much loved brother of Robin, brother-in-law of Keith, Tracey-Maree and Ross Jones. Special thanks to all the staff of Ward 5, ICU and the Haematology team for their care of Pete over the many years. Messages to the ‘Gray Family’ may be left in Peter’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted c/- PO Box 14-366, Kilbirnie, Wellington 6241. A service for Peter will be held at The Pines, 50 The Esplanade, Wellington 6023, on Wednesday 30th November at 11.00am, thereafter private cremation.

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TAIT, Ivan Lester (Lester)

12.06.1937 — 24.11.2022
Dearly loved husband to Janice Tait, father to Stephen Tait and father-in-law to Stacey Tait. Grandad to Sophie and Harrison. Died peacefully after a fight with cancer, aged 85 years.
He will be dearly missed
Rest easy xx
A service to celebrate Lester’s life will be held at Northbrook Chapel and Rossburn Receptions, Spark Lane, Rangiora, on Thursday, December 1 at 2.00pm. Messages to the Tait family, C/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440.

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COCKER, Cynthia Jean (nee Reddish)

It is with great sadness that we announce Cynthia was Promoted To Glory on 23rd November 2022, aged 71 years, from Hutt Hospital after suffering a stroke. Dearly loved wife of Joseph. Adored Mum of Bronwyn and Jo, and mother-in-law of Mark. Treasured Grandma of Regan and Gemma. Younger sister of Neil and Graeme. A funeral service will be held at The Salvation Army, Wellington South Corps, 4 Normanby Street, Newtown, at 10.30am on Wednesday 30th November, followed by a burial at Akatarawa Cemetery. Link for live-streaming via the Wellington South Corps Facebook page https

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WHITE, Tanya Jane

Passed away peacefully with her family at her side on November 21, 2022; in her 52nd year. Cherished daughter of Trish and Michael; treasured sister of Lee-Anne, Reuben, and Nicola; loved aunt of Jonty, Ethan, Sienna and Matteo; and much loved niece, cousin and friend. The family sincerely acknowledge all the wonderful people who have supported Tanya during her life journey. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance and would be appreciated by following the link bit.ly... Messages may be addressed to ‘The White Family’ C/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. A Celebration of Tan’s life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entrance from London and Whitmore Sts, Richmond, Christchurch, on Wednesday, November 30, at 10.00am. Please wear bright colours and nail polish.

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WALKER, Bruce

Peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital on Thursday, 24 November 2022. Loved son of the late Eva and Jim Walker. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Fred (dec) and Sherry (Whangarei), the late Ann and Ray Cummings, Lorraine and Bernard (dec), Bill (dec), and Kath and John Yandle. Treasured Uncle to his many nieces and nephews. A special thank you to the nurses in Ward 3B and Dr Georgina. In preference to flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice Taranaki. Messages to the Walker Family may be left on Bruce’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/bruce A service to celebrate Bruce’s life will be held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel, 174 Lemon Street, New Plymouth, on Wednesday, 30 November 2022 at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation.

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