DODDS, Clive Gordon Alexander
On November 16, 2022, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband of Alison (nee Barker). Son of Gilbert and Gwen Dodds (dec), brother of Norman, Peter and Anthony (all dec). Loved brother-in-law of Tony (dec) and Lyn Barker (Auckland), Lindsay and Averill Barker (Lincoln), John and Jane Barker (Feilding), Glenys and Dan Ralph (Woodend) and Kay Barker (Denver, Colorado) (dec), and all his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the staff at Christchurch Hospital. Messages may be addressed to the Family of the late Clive Dodds c/- Hope Funerals, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042. The memorial service for Clive will be held at the Cornerstone Church, Rolleston Community Centre, 94 Rolleston Drive, Rolleston, on November 24 at 2.00pm.
CONNOLLY, Frances Agnes
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 15th November 2022 at Charles Fleming Retirement Village; aged 94. Beloved wife of both the late Ted Connolly and Norm Porter. Dearly loved mother of Andrea, Gary, Michael, Paul, Jennifer (deceased), Philip, Richard and Anthony. Loved mother-in-law of Andrea, Gaye, Minerva, Julie, Lynne and Sharon. Cherished Grandmother and Great-Grandmother of 14 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Will be dearly missed by her extended family in Southland. A Requiem Mass will be held at Cedarwood, 17 Parata Street, Waikanae, on Tuesday 22nd November at 11.00am. Livestream is available by contacting info@wfhome.co.nz
HOWARTH, Lois Melva
On November 15, 2022, peacefully, surrounded by her loving family after a long illness, aged 77 years. A forever loved and cherished wife and soulmate of David. A much loved and treasured mother of Simon, Andrew and Katherine and a mother-in-law of Nichola and Jason. A special Nana to Isabel; Thomas and Olivia; Harrison and Samuel. A dearly loved sister of Lindsay and sister-in-law of Catherine Grenfell.
Rest in Peace
Remembered with love
Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Lois Howarth, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. Many thanks to the dedicated staff at Ilam Lifecare for their exceptional care of Lois and their support to David. In lieu of flowers, donations to the NZ Brain Research Institute would be appreciated and can be made at
BASTIAMPILLAI, AloysiusMerlyn St Neot (Bobby)
On 17th November 2022, peacefully at Longview Home, aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of Gloria. Loved father of Rathy, Usha, Meera, Shashi, Satheesh and Abi, and father-in-law of Felix, Suba, Tanuja and Neela. Much loved grandfather and grandfather-in-law of Rachel & Ranjith, Rebecca, Wikash & Harriet, Vikram, Milan, Priya and Maya. Fondly loved great-grandfather of Miri and Nikita. Loved brother and brother-in-law of (all deceased), Mary & Nadarajah, Francis & Tharudam, Anton, Helen & Sabaratnam, Bertram & Ranji, Alex & Marji, Lohini & Devaraja. Loved by his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the Cashmere and Longview Homes’ staff who cared for Bobby over the past few years. Your support has been greatly appreciated. Messages to the Bastiampillai family may be left in Bobby’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted c/- 4 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville 6037. Bobby’s funeral service will be held at the Guardian Funeral Home Chapel, 4 Moorefield Rd, Johnsonville, on Tuesday 22nd November at 11.30am, and followed by a burial service at Whenua Tapu Cemetery at 3.00pm. Family will receive friends at the Guardian Funeral Home, Johnsonville, between 5.30 -7.00pm on Sunday.
WEBBY, Graham Charles
14652 LRO RNZN Korea.
Sgt (Rtd) NZ Police.
Formerly of Nelson.
Suddenly at home in Lower Hutt on November 15, 2022; Aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of Olwyn (dec), father and father-in-law of Christine & Brian Lines. Cherished and loved Grandad of Nicole & Dan, Anita & Leon, Adam & Nat. Great-Grandad of Isla, Mclane & Eli. Brother of Douglas (Richmond, Nelson). Close and cherished friend of Joan. A very special man who will be missed by family and friends. A service for Graham will be held in Cornwall Manor, Cnr Knights Rd & Cornwall St, Lower Hutt, on Wednesday 23rd November at 10.30am, followed by a private cremation. The service will also be live-streamed, please contact Gee & Hickton for the link. All messages to “the Webby family”, c/- PO Box 30-127, Lower Hutt 5040.
ROOK, Johan Ernst (John)
Passed away suddenly at home on Wednesday 16th November 2022, in his 82nd year. Dearly loved husband of Lynette (Lyn) for 55 years. Loved father and father-in-law of John & Sharon, and Gillian & Todd. Loved Opa of Logan, Max and Sophie. Loved brother of Marrie (dec) & Sier, Corrie, Johnny & Heather, and Wilhe & Steve. John will be dearly missed by all his family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at https
TOWNSEND-CASSIDY, Patricia Ellen (Trish)
Gracefully passed away, at Nurse Maude Hospice, surrounded by her loved ones, on November 16, 2022, aged 65 years. Devoted wife of the late Chris, loved and treasured mum of Claudia and her partner Paulo, dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Christine and Steve Smith, Lynne (deceased) and Dave Terry, a much-loved cousin, aunt, great-aunt, and friend to many.
“A gift to our lives”
Heartfelt thanks to the staff at Christchurch Hospital Oncology Ward, St George’s Cancer Care, and the team at Nurse Maude Hospice, for all their support and care of Mum. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Trish Townsend-Cassidy, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In memory of Trish donations to The Nurse Maude Hospice, Christchurch, would be appreciated and can be made directly online at
HOOPER, Jill
Deeply respected Life Member of Hawera Repertory Society. Remembered always for her dedication and service. Repertory members are asked to form a guard of honour at the end of Jill’s celebration of life.
CONNOLLY, Dawn Celia (nee McIntosh)
Passed away peacefully on 16 November 2022 in Pohlen Hospital. Dearly loved wife of Steve. Much loved mum and mother-in-law of Debbie and Grant, Gav and Mandy, Jo and Dave, and Karen. A service for Dawn will be held at Matamata Bible Church, at 10.00am on Tuesday 22nd November.
Passed into the presence
of the Lord.
Messages to the Connolly family, C/- Broadway Funeral Home, 10 Short St, Matamata 3400.
KING, Yvonne Christine
1951 — 2022
Passed away peacefully in Dunedin Hospital after a short battle with cancer and many complications from the operations. Much loved Mum, Nana, and friend who will be dearly missed by all, but forever in our hearts.
Rest in Peace
Messages can be left on Yvonne’s tribute page at www.distinctfunerals.co.nz... As per Yvonne’s wishes, a private service will be held. Yvonne’s ashes will be interred in Auckland where a small service will take place. Dates to be advised.
CHRISTENSEN, Helen Lesley (nee Whitwell)
Passed away peacefully on November 3, 2022 at Chatswood, after a short illness. Daughter of the late David and Lesley Whitwell, loved sister of Lynda and Murray. Helen had a wide circle of friends and they will all miss her loving and lively presence in their lives. Helen requested there be no funeral, and that her ashes be interred with her beloved parents.
PARFITT, Frederick Keith
Royal NZ Airforce 75751
NZ Police 5530
Peacefully passed away on November 16, 2022. Much loved husband of Elizabeth, and father and father-in-law of Michael and Ann-Maree, Karl and Margaret, Jane and Paul. Much loved Poppa of Sean and Mark, David, Anna, Meg and Kate and Callum and Bronwyn. Loved Great-Poppa of Rio and Freddie. A private family service followed by cremation was held on November 17, 2022.
LINTON, Roger Austin
On November 14, 2022, Roger peacefully left us. Dearly loved husband of Susan. Loved father of Jeremy and father-in-law of Sarah. Much loved grandad of Taylor, Payton, River, and Bodhi, and loved brother of Garry. Many thanks to the staff at St Albans Retirement Village for all their care and support. Messages may be addressed to The Family of late Roger Linton, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A private family funeral has been held.
LAWN, Stanlea Jack (Stan)
Born 9 November 1929, died peacefully at Bupa Parklands Christchurch, on 17 November 2022, aged 93 years. Loved husband of the late Jeannette. Loved father and father-in-law of Geoff and Marilyn, Penny (deceased), Nicky and Gerard, Al and Kaye, and Jonathan (deceased). Adored Grandpa of Ashleigh and Jessica, Lisa and Karen, Sam, Emily and Tim. Great-Grandpa of Ellie, Ella and Sienna. Loved and respected friend of many. The family would like to thank the amazing staff at Bupa Parklands for their love and care of Stan during his time there. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Stan Lawn, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers donation to World Vision would be appreciated, and may be made directly online at
DOUST, Margaret Annette
On November 17, 2022, peacefully at home, surrounded by loving family, aged 69 years. Dearly loved wife of Tony, loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law to Jo and Matt, Teresa, Melissa and Scott, Brad and Kylee, and Erica and Luke. Treasured Nana of Levi, Kelsey, Matthew, Jayden, Caleb, Zoe, Angus, Nerrisa, Ethan, and Harper. Loved aunty, sister, and friend of many.
Aroha mai, Aroha atu
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Leukaemia Foundation NZ would be appreciated and may be made online only at bit.ly... A service to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held in the Harewood Crematorium Chapel, Wilkinsons Road (off Gardiners Road), on Thursday, November 24, at 1.30pm.
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