SISLEY, Murray Noel
Died 16 November 2022. Dearly Loved husband of Denise. Much Loved father of Leisa and Troy. Stepfather to Justin, Jared & Harrison and loved grandfather of Jake & Lucy, James & Ellie-Marie, Summer, Olivia & Flynn, Georgia, Charlie & Harry, Valerie & Alena. He will be sadly missed by many. At Murray’s request, a private family farewell has been held. Communications to the Sisley Family, c/- PO Box 3136, Tauranga 3142.
LEWIS, Moira
Quiet in manner, Moira was a softly spoken, gentle lady with a lovely smile. As a wife, mother and nurse you gave so much to others, asking for little in return. It is time to hand the mantle to the next generation. Tainui residents and staff extend their condolences to Moira’s family.
MURRAY, Joan
On 20 November 2022, cherished and devoted wife of Michael for 62 years. Dearly loved and respected mother and mother-in-law of Anne and Tim Macindoe, Judith and Les Bergman, and Ian and Diane Murray. Adored grandmother of Sarah, Jessica, Teresa, Justin, Rebecca, Joanna, Eva, Lewis and Callum, and great-grandmother of Heidi and Addison. A service to celebrate Joan’s life will be held at 10.30am on Saturday 26 November at Woolertons’ Funeral Home Chapel, 8 Railside Place, Hamilton. In lieu of flowers, donations to Blind Low Vision NZ would
be appreciated and can be
left at the service. All correspondence to the Murray family, c/- Woolertons Funeral Home, PO Box 276, Waikato Mail Centre, Hamilton 3240. To request a livestream link, please email
info@woolertons.co.nz
McLEOD, Estelle May (Estelle)
Passed away peacefully at Wilson Carlile Retirement Village, on Wednesday, 16th November 2022, aged 85 years. Beloved wife of Kevin for 63 years, proud mother and mother-in-law of Michelle, Terry and Rhonda, Christopher and Kim. Grandmother of Brad, Craig, Stacey & Sarah. At Estelle’s request, she wished to have a private service and cremation with close family which took place on 19th November at Simply Funerals. All communications, please, to Simply Funerals, PO Box 10356, Te Rapa, Hamilton.
SMITH, Makitae Tangi
Peacefully passed away at Waikato Hospital on Saturday, November 19, 2022, with family at her side, aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ken. Much loved mother and mother-in-law to Poko, Vicki and Allan, Tony, Michael and Tracy, Piri and the late Vaipo. Loved nan to Evelyn, Theresa, Ruta, Louisa, Marie, Joshua, Makki, Orion, Joash, Turi, Khalib, Patrick, Connor-Lee, Mikayla, and loved great-nan to 19 great-grandchildren. A celebration of Maki’s life will be held at Rosenvale, 363 Parklands Road, Te Awamutu on Friday, November 25, 2022 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation. All communications to the Smith Family, c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800.
GOVENLOCK, Terence Edmund (Terry)
Passed away peacefully on Saturday 19th November 2022 at Waikanae Lodge. Beloved husband of the late Pauline. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Wayne & Rhiannon; Lyn & Barry; and Bruce & Stephanie. Loved grandfather of Jason & Kimmie; Lana & Duncan; Leigh; Claire and Gareth and great-grandfather of Lexie. A private service will be held to celebrate Terry’s life on Friday 25th November 2022.
VANDER BYL, Peggy Membry
10.3.1933 — 18.11.2022
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Loving wife of the late Pieter. Treasured Mum of Steven and Jean, Len and Hannah (deceased), Dixie, Paul and Valerie, Maryann and Roger, Jay (deceased). A loved grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother to many. A service to celebrate Peggy’s life will be held at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Tuesday 22 November 2022, at 1.00pm. In lieu of flowers a donation to Arohanui Hospice, PO Box 5349, Palmerston North would be appreciated or can also be left at the service.
THOMAS, Christopher (Chris)
Unexpectedly at his home in Carterton. Aged 70 years. Dearly loved son of the late Elizabeth and Ian Thomas. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Steve and Ruth, Jane and Ash Fitchett, Jenny and Tony Lee, and Vicki and Mark Connolly. Loved uncle and friend. In accordance with Chris’ wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to the Thomas family, C/- P.O. Box 185, Carterton 5743.
SMEATON, Gladys Agnes
Of Palmerston North, formerly of Wanganui and Nottingham, England. On Friday, November 18, 2022, peacefully at Arohanui Hospice. Aged 95. Dearly loved wife of the late David. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Alan, Susan and Peter Martin. Much loved Gamma of Harriette. Loved sister of Ruth and her family. Messages for the Smeaton family, c/- PO Box 5191, Palmerston North 4441. No flowers please. Donations may be made to Arohanui Hospice at arohanuihospice.org.nz/helping-us/make-a-donation/ A service for Gladys will be held in the Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Friday, November 25, 2022, at 1.00pm.
STAPP, Graham (Opa)
of Wainuiomata. Passed peacefully surrounded by family and loved ones at Hutt Hospital on Thursday 17th November. Loved husband of 52 years to Pam (Oma), father to Bronwyn, Jason, Melanie, Miriam, and Andrea. Opa to Francis, Chenae, Carson, Callum, Gracien, Elek, and Karyn. A hard working man who always provided for his family with a sense of humour and a keen gardener. The funeral will be held at Haven Falls - Wainuiomata, 11am on Thursday the 24th November. Our thanks to Te Omanga Hospice and the staff and Hutt Hospital for your care and support. Please bring a flower to place on the coffin, donations to Te Omanga.
EDMONDS, Mansell Akonga (Akonga)
Of Marton. Passed away peacefully at Arohanui Hospice on Sunday November 20th 2022 surrounded by his family. Aged 83 years. Loved husband of Sally for 60 years. Father of 5, Grandad of 12 and Great Grandad of 7.5. Akonga will be at Muriaroha (413 Wellington Road, Marton) until Tuesday night. A service for Akonga will be held at Korohe Marae, Korohe Road, Turangi on Thursday November 24th 2022 at 11.00am. Followed by burial at Korohe Urupa.
NZIFH
JOHNSTON, Neil Kerr
2.7.1936 — 19.11.2022
Unexpectedly but peacefully in Invercargill. Devoted and much loved husband of the late Edna. Wonderful father, father-in-law and mentor of Dianne and Murray, Yvonne and Peter. Loved and respected grandfather of Tim, Sally (Mount Maunganui), Bell, Viv (Christchurch), Olivia, Luke (Christchurch), Charlotte, Matt (Brisbane), and a loved great-grandfather of Lily, Olly, Niko, Marcus, Zach, and Lachie. Adored foster-father of June Chamberlain (Sydney). Loved big brother of Ken and Judy (Arrowtown) and Flora and Bruce Kernohan (Hikurangi). Loved and respected uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Special big-brother and friend of John and Arieta Kerr and their family
JENNER (GILMOUR), Vanessa Joy (Nessy)
After a brave battle at Hospice Southland on Sunday, November 20, 2022. Aged 49 years. Beloved daughter of Robyn and George Leaman, Russell* and Barbara Gilmour. Loved and proud mum of Bradley, Adam, and Ollie. Loved sister of Jacqui and Adrian, Mandy and Gerald, Paul and Ashley, Judith*, Denise and Greg, Renee and Alister. Adored Aunty of all her nieces and nephews. Special friend to Sonya, Andrew and family. Partner of Mason Thomas and his son Jordan.
‘Sadly taken too soon
but forever and always
in our hearts.’
A service to celebrate Nessy’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, at 10.30am, on Thursday, November 24. Private cremation to follow. In lieu
of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland may be left at the service. Messages to 143 Salford Street, Invercargill and tributes may be left on Nessy’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a live stream of the service will also be available.
(*denotes deceased)
McDERMOTT, TJ
Passed away peacefully on Friday, 18 November 2022. Dearly loved husband of the late Sonia. Loved Dad of Terrence, Kim, Kirk and the late Shane. Grandad of Caleb, Carlos and Baden. Very much loved partner of Lyn and family. A service to celebrate the life of Terry will be held in the Matamata RSA, Ngaio Street, on Thursday, 24 November 2022, at 1.00pm. All communications to the McDermott family, c/- 6 Tamihana Street, Matamata.
STEWART, Shirley Beverley(nee Solomon)
Peacefully passed on November 19, 2022 in Tauranga surrounded by family and so much love. Aged 80 years. Dearly loved wife and best friend of Bob. Loved mum of Di, Marie and Murray, and Peter and Katrina. Very special Nanma of Jason and Krista, Matthew and Emilie, Eric and Micaela, Samara, and Jordan and Tui. Treasured great-Nanma of Courtney, Caleb, Olivia, Josiah, Demi, Layla and Mila.
“Love You More”.
Following a private family burial, a celebration of Shirley’s life will be held at Worlds End Bar and Restaurant, Fraser Cove, Fraser Street, Tauranga, on Thursday, November 24 at 1.00pm. All communications to Stewart Family, c/- 25 Ninth Avenue, Tauranga 3110.
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