McATEER, Ian Patrick
Passed away peacefully, after complications from a fall on Monday 14 November 2022, with family by his side, aged 85. Much loved husband of Flo aka "The Duchess", loved dad of Jude and Dave, Jackie and Steve, Patrick and Nics, and Michelle and Ken. Treasured grandfather, great- grandfather, and wonderful friend to many. A service to celebrate Ian’s life will be held in The North Harbour Chapel of Dil’s Funeral Services, 185 Schnapper Rock Rd, Albany on Friday 18 November at 1.30 pm, followed by interment in North Shore Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Royal NZ Pipe Band Association would be gratefully received, with details and the livestream link can be found on Ian’s tribute page https
NGATA, Takarangi (Rangi)
Peacefully at home in Feilding in the presence of family on Monday, November 14, 2022, the lord called you home, aged 87 years. Loved husband of the late Eleanor (nee Jury). Loved Dad of Jock, Maria, Tina, Teura, Tai, Robert, Eileen. Respected and loved father-in-law of Chris, Lisa and Jacob, and a much loved Uncle of Joesph and Rikki. A much loved grandfather. A service to celebrate the life of Rangi will be held at William Cotton and Sons Chapel, 29 Beattie Street, Feilding, on Friday, November 18, 2022 at 11.00am, followed by private cremation. Messages to the Ngata family, c/o 29 Beattie Street, Feilding.
DAVIN, Rachael Mary
18.2.1946 — 12.9.2022
Rachael died peacefully at Wellington Hospital on 12 September 2022 as the result of an accident. She was the devoted partner of Basil Emms for over 30 years and a much loved sister, sister-in-law, aunt and great-aunt to the Davin, Tunnicliffe and Emms families. A private family funeral service was held on Friday 16 September. Basil and the family are now holding a social gathering to celebrate Rachael’s life on Friday, 18 November 2022 at the Shepherd’s Arms, Tinakori Road, Thor ndon, from 1.30pm to 4.00pm. Those who knew her and loved her are welcome to join her family for this event.
LOWE, Desmond Berry
On November 9, 2022, aged 89, at Homestead Rest Home, Christchurch. Loved husband of Margaret Jean (deceased), father and father-in-law of Nigel and Janet, Andrea and Terry, Darren and Alanna. Loved Grandfather of all his grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at Eastern Cemetery, Invercargill, at 3.00pm today Tuesday, November 15, 2022. Family and friends are warmly invited to attend.
WELCH, Robert Thomas (Bob)
Passed away on 11 November 2022. Dearly loved Dad and Father-in-law, Grandad Bob, Great-Grandad Bob and Great-Great-Grandad Bob of Colleen and John Broome, Aaron and Charlene, Adele and Sean, Nikita and Isaac, Kenzie and Machlan, Matix and Ella.
GOLDSWORTHY, Raymond Charles
(90 years) Died peacefully at home. Devoted husband of 67 years to June. Cherished father & father-in-law to Steve & Margie, Alan, Colin & Trish, Christine (dec. June ‘22). In accordance with the family’s wishes a private cremation has already been held. A memorial service will be at the Waihi Beach RSA on Wednesday, November 16, at 3.00pm. Communications to goldsworthysteve55@gmail.com
BARRETT, Wayne Edward
Passed away suddenly on November 3, 2022, aged 52 years. Loving husband of Mandy, loved youngest son of Carol and Peter, awesome youngest brother and brother- in-law of Debra and Des and loved bro of Kevin, loved by all his nieces and nephews. A service has been held in Auckland.
Rest easy Wayne,
taken far too soon.
ROBINSON, R.C. (Mike)
Mike died in Whanganui on November 11, 2022 after a long illness. Dear husband of Jean, and father of Desné, Peter, James, Stephen, Simon, and Paul. In accordance with the family’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place. Please remember him in your own way.
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BLAKE, Katherine Louisa (Kate)
On 10th November 2022, aged 55 years. Very dearly loved mother of Alex and closest friend to many. The family wish to sincerely thank the team from Mary Potter Hospice for their care of Kate during this time. Messages to ‘the Blake family’ may be posted c/- The Wilson Funeral Home, PO Box 7123, Newtown, Wellington, or placed on Kate’s tribute page at www.tributes.co.nz... . In accordance with Kate’s wishes, a private cremation has occurred.
GRAVES-WOOD, Boudica (Smol)
Beautiful daughter of Jackson James Wood and Jessica Graves. Boudica died shortly after her birth at the Royal Women’s Hospital in Melbourne, Australia on Thursday, 10 November 2022. First grandchild of Jo and Rick Wood and niece of Rhiannon Wood.
She will live
on in all our hearts.
BRIER, John Douglas
Our much loved Dad and Grandad passed away peacefully on 12th November 2022 surrounded by the love of his family. Aged 73 years. Dearly loved husband of Anne, Dad to Kelly and Steve Henderson, Gerard and Jeanine, Brendan, Dan and Bronwyn, Rob and Amy, and Veronica and Chris Briggs. Much loved Grandad of Josh, Megan and Chloe Henderson; Ronan, Niamh and Angus Brier; Emily, Sofia, Georgia and Luke Brier; Mia, Grace and Reuben Brier; and Zara, Connor and Jordie Briggs.
Reunited with his cycling buddy.
A Requiem Mass will be held at St Patrick’s Catholic Church, 625 Alexander St, Te Awamutu, on Friday 18th November at 11.30am. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the St Vincent de Paul Society would be appreciated and may be left
at the church. Any correspondence can be directed to Ana-Maria Funeral Services, P.O. Box 439, Hamilton 3240.
BUDGEN, Gloria Kay
On 11th November 2022. Wife of Rob, mother of Damian, grandmother of Brittany, sister of Lyn and Ken, sister-in-law of Bob and Louise, aunty of Michael and Alison, and youngest daughter of the late Kathleen and Bryce. A service for Gloria will be held at St John’s Anglican Church, Seddon St, Waihi, on Friday 18th November at 1.00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Waikato Health Trust.
SCHOFIELD, Myra Grant
On November 11, 2022, Myra passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 91 years old. She was the loved wife of the late David, sister Dawne, daughters Cheryl, Roslyn and Melanie, sons-in-law Larry, Guy and Jamie and Robert, grandchildren Brett, Dion, Abby, Corey, Adam, Luke and Dane, great-grandies Cameron, River, Amelia, Liam, Emily, Shay, Sam, Lexie, Aila-Rose and Harvey. According to Myra’s wishes her final farewell was with her immediate family in the garden at 10b Kaputone Place, Belfast, Christchurch, where messages may be addressed. Our thanks to the lovely friends and staff at Golden Age Rest Home.
Mum, Nana, Granny
Rest in Peace.
MOLLOY, Gerry
A very special, courageous, and generous person – died
peacefully on Sunday, November 13, 2022, surrounded by family and friends. Beloved and loving wife of Michael McHugh. Loving mother to Josh Molloy, Matt Cleland, Lauren McHugh and James McHugh. Big Fierce Sister Rabbit of Sally, Timothy (dec), Patrick, Stephen, Matthew, Joanna and Rachel. Loving and generous aunt to all her nieces and nephews. Many thanks to the staff of the Mary Potter Hospice and Sheila Hart, who have assisted Gerry. The family invite all her friends to Gerry’s farewell party, which will be held in Miramar, Wellington, on Saturday, November 19, starting at 5.30pm. Please email
celebrate.gerrym@gmail.com confirming your numbers attending (or if you would like to be sent a link to watch the event online). A return email will provide further details of the event. Messages to the Molloy Family, PO Box 14-840, Wellington. In lieu of flowers, donations to Mary Potter Hospice may be made at the party or online.
DUNCAN, Henry Watt
Of Paraparaumu. Suddenly at home on Saturday 12 November 2022. Dearly loved husband of Maureen. Loved father of Graeme & Nady. A service to celebrate Henry’s life will be held at the Funeral Home Chapel, 9-11 Hinemoa Street, Paraparaumu, on Friday 18 November 2022 at 2.00pm, to be followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated (www.wellingtonfreeambulance.org.nz).
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