Death Notices

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

Recent Notices in New Zealand

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HELLYER, John Andrew

Passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at Nelson Tasman Hospice after a courageous battle with Motor Neurone disease, aged 52. Devoted, loved partner and best friend of Mel. Dearly loved son of the late Murray and Diana. Much loved little brother and brother-in-law of Lynda and Barry, Jennifer and Gary. Wonderful Uncle and Great-Uncle of Andrew, Bradley and Nathan, Casey, Hamish and Alicia, and their families. A huge thank you to all of the amazing team at Hospice, John’s Access Carers, DHB Support team and our supportive friends. It is John’s wish that in lieu of flowers, any donations can be made to Nelson Hospice in his memory and can be made at the service. A celebration of John’s life will be held on Saturday, November 26, 2022, at 2.00pm, at Gardens of the World, Clover Road East, Hope. Please send messages to c/- 41 Nile Street East, Nelson 7010.

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DRUMMOND, Teresa Agnes (Terry) (nee Cotterell)

On November 17, 2022, at Cashmere View Care Home, Christchurch; aged 90 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Bill. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Gael and Michael Hansby, Greg Drummond and Karen Lloyd (Wellington). Cherished grandma of Michael (London), Alex, and Ben. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Doreen and Peter Tutty, Noleen Cotterell, and the following deceased family; Mavis and Bob Campbell, Joe and Joy Cotterell, Tony and Betty Cotterell, Sr M Dorothy RSM, Alister and Mary Cotterell, and Denis Cotterell. Loved sister-in-law of the late Keith and Jean Drummond, and the late Dorrie and Harold Raines. A much loved aunty to the Cotterell and Drummond families. Messages may be addressed to the family, c/- 317 Kennedys Bush Road, Christchurch 8025. A Requiem Mass for Teresa will be celebrated at St Peter’s Catholic Church, 11 Fisher Avenue, Beckenham, Christchurch, on Friday, November 25, at 10.30am. Private cremation thereafter.
Forever in Our Hearts.

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DRUMMOND, Teresa Agnes (Terry)(nee Cotterell)

On November 17, 2022 at Cashmere View Care Home, Christchurch; aged 90 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Bill. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Gael and Michael Hansby, Greg Drummond and Karen Lloyd (Wellington). Cherished grandma of Michael (London), Alex, and Ben. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Doreen and Peter Tutty, Noleen Cotterell, and the following deceased family; Mavis and Bob Campbell, Joe and Joy Cotterell, Tony and Betty Cotterell, Sr M Dorothy RSM, Alister and Mary Cotterell, and Denis Cotterell. Loved sister-in-law of the late Keith and Jean Drummond, and the late Dorrie and Harold Raines. A much loved aunty to the Cotterell and Drummond families. Messages may be addressed to the family, c/- 317 Kennedys Bush Road, Christchurch 8025. A Requiem Mass for Teresa will be celebrated at St Peter’s Catholic Church, 11 Fisher Avenue, Beckenham, Christchurch, on Friday, November 25, at 10.30am. Private cremation thereafter.
Forever in Our Hearts

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MA, Lihua

On Friday, 21 October 2022, in Beijing, China. Aged 85 years. Loved mother of Dong Su and Xiaoyan Wang, and Wei Su and Zhan Jun Du, and much loved grandmother of Yu Jia Su, Yutong David Su, Lu Yao and Shu Du. The funeral service was held on 22 November 2022 at Hamilton Park Cemetery Chapel. Communications by email to

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BROGDEN, Robin Heather (nee Ross)

Of Palmerston North. On Sunday 20th November 2022, peacefully at Riverstone. Aged 86. Dearly loved wife of the late Graham. Much loved mother of Dean and Joy, Greg and Vikki, Jan and Tim Smith, and Rosemary and Eric Tomaszewski. Cherished Gran of her 12 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
To live in hearts we leave behind Is not to die
Messages for the Brogden family, c/- PO Box 5191, Palmerston North 4441. A private service will be held.

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WATERMAN, Betty Dawn

On November 20, 2022, peacefully at Wairau Hospital, aged 90 years. Loved mother and step-mother of David, Gordon, Marilyn, Janice, David, Lynda, Allan, Susan, Noel, Beverly and the late Jimmy. Loved Nana to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Messages to 14 Mickell Road, RD3, Motueka 7198, or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz... At Betty’s request, a private cremation has taken place with a Memorial Service to be held at a date to be advised.

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WILLIAMS, Beverly (Bev)

Passed away peacefully on 26th October 2022, aged 84. She will always be Jim’s one and only true love and while no longer here in person, will be with him in spirit now and for eternity. Dearly loved mother to Ross, Steve, Shayne, Aaron and their families. A much loved friend to many including her bestie Gaye, beyond wonderful neighbours Tony & Linda and the amazing Dan. A big thanks to everyone for their support and to the Team at Winara for taking such good care of Bev during her short stay with you. Bev, you will be sadly missed by us all - you were one in a million.
You’re now free of earthly shackles to dance again and ignite the heavens with
your light.
A service to celebrate Bev’s life will be held at Cedarwood, 17 Parata Street, Waikanae, on Thursday 1st December at 11.00am. If you would like to view Bev’s service via livestream please email info@wfhome.co.nz for the link. The service will be followed by a private cremation. Everyone is warmly invited to join the family at the Waikanae Boat Club to raise a toast to Bev.

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ALLOM, Peter Reginald

On November 16, 2022 (suddenly) at Christchurch, aged 72 years. Loved husband of Fran, and much loved father of Emma and Alton, and Clare and Chris, loved Poppa Pete of Maisie, Grace and Georgina; and Charlie and Harry. Loved son of the late Samuel and Dorothy Allom. Loved brother of Barry (deceased), Jill and Noel Cunningham, Paul (deceased), Jackie and the late Warren Cochrane. Loved brother-in-law of Peter and the late Sally Consedine, Wayne and Christine Nelsen, Chris and Lisa Nelsen, Barry and Annette Nelsen. A loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Messages for the Allom family may be sent to Fran Allom (fran.allom@xtra.co.nz) A private cremation has been held.

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FYERS, Ian Buckley (Lee)

Passed away at home on
15th November 2022, aged 82. Adored Husband of Rene. Loved father and father-in-law of Tracy and Dean, John and Joanne, and the late Andrew. Treasured Grandfather of Malcolm, Piripi, David, Tegan, Rhys and Rebeka. Great-Grandfather of Mahina. A Service will be held to celebrate the life of Lee on Wednesday, 23rd November, 12.30pm, at Glen Murray Memorial Hall. All communications to Grahams Funerals 09 236 8919. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Westpac Helicopter Appeal.
Rest in Peace, Lee.

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TRUSCOTT, Dale

Tragically taken on Friday, November 18, 2022. Aged 63. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Claire. Much loved father of Damon, and Rochelle. Loved Grandad of Mason and Lachy; Archie and Levi. Messages for Dale’s family may be posted to the Truscott Family, C/- 186 Talbot Street, Geraldine. The Service to remember Dale will be held at the Woodbury Hall, 538 Woodbury Rd, Woodbury, on Friday, November 25 at 1.30pm.

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TOFIA, Janice Ann(née Davis)

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Passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on Sunday, November 20, 2022. Deeply loved sister and sister-in-law of Kathleen and Kerran Larson (Invercargill). Loved Aunt of Gina and Shaun White, Gareth and Denise, Ben, Hilary and Luke Sherwood. Loved Great-Aunt of Honor, Hope and Sienna.

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HENDERSON, Carol Anne (nee Rowntree)

Briar, CJ and Harry announce the peaceful passing of our Mum on November 21, 2022. A private cremation has been held as was Carol’s request. She asked to be remembered with love, and sends peace and happiness to those left behind.
“See you on the other side, Namaste”.

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BROUGHTON, Gillian Merle

Passed away November 20, 2022 at the Marlborough Hospice surrounded by loving family members. Dearly loved daughter of Zilla and Des (both dec), sister to her treasured twin brother “Ho” Les. Gillian our beautiful and very special sister and sister-in-law will be sadly missed by all her family; Terry and Josie (dec), Stuart “Smiler” (dec) and Violet, along with the late Angela, Patsy Schwabe and Paul (dec), Aly and Aline, Joy and Alistair McGregor, Les and Viv, June and Otis Thomas, along with all her much loved nephews and nieces. Messages to c/- PO Box 9, Blenheim 7240, or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz... Papatuanuku was Gillian’s home for the past 20 years. Many thanks for the wonderful support and patience from the dedicated caregivers at Papatuanuku along with the residents who became Gillian’s second family. Big thanks to the Doctors and medical staff at Wairau Hospital and Hospice for their care and respect. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Marlborough Hospice (Acc. No. 03 1369 036520700 ref

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CARTER, Donald John

Passed away at home peacefully on November 21, 2022, aged 85 years. Incredible and adored husband of Gwen for 56 years. Treasured and dearly loved father of Brian and Jill, Jillian and Doug, and Kathryn and Marty. Much loved D.J. of Sapphire, Jana, Amy, Jasmine and Jemma. Loved great D.J. of his four great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nelson Tasman Hospice would be appreciated and can be made at the service or online https

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BIRCHLER, John Elstin

Of Utuwai. Sadly passed away on November 18, 2022 while working on his farm. Beloved husband of Stephanie, father of Elstin, Rondelle, Selena. Poppa of seven adored grandchildren, and big brother to Colin, Maurice, Kevin, and Allen. A service for John will be held at the William Cotton & Sons Funeral Chapel, 29 Beattie Street, Feilding on Monday November 28, 2022 at 11.00am, followed by private cremation.

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