Death Notices

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Recent Notices in New Zealand

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COOK, Maurice Desmond

Sadly passed away peacefully at Waikato Hospital on November 8, 2022; aged 91 years. He leaves behind his wife Mary. His loved children; Kathryn, Thelma, Richard, Helen, Mathew, and Daniel. Loved Grandad of 12 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. A Requiem Mass for Maurice is to be held at St Mary Immaculate Catholic Church, 114 Elizabeth St, Tauranga on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at 11.00am. Communications to the Cook family c/- PO Box 3136, Tauranga.

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LANHAM, Margaret Lesley (nee Light)

On November 11, 2022, passed away peacefully at WesleyCare, in her 90th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Jack, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Robyn and Ross Kennedy, and John and Kathryn, treasured Gran of Cameron and Zoe, and Annah and Joel; Jack, and Finn; Paul, and Loren, and Great-Gran of Ruby, and Sam; Chloe, and Blake. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Ken and Lynette, Graeme and Dudu, and the late Doug and Gail. Loved and respected by all the other members of her family. Special thanks to the staff at WesleyCare for the care and support of mum and the family. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Margaret Lanham, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The Funeral Service for Margaret will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Wednesday, November 16, at 2.00pm, private cremation thereafter.

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BREADING, John William

On November 11, 2022, peacefully at Summerset at Avonhead. Aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Neroli. Much loved father and father-in-law of Murray (deceased), Kay and Bruce Herriott. A loving Grandad of Aaron and Sirena, and Megan and Max. Second son of the late Allan and Lillian Breading, brother and brother-in-law of the late Lawrence and Jean, Barry (deceased) and Wilma, Keith (deceased) and Linda, June and Peter Montgomery, and Robert. Uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the staff and Doctors of the care centre at Summerset at Avonhead, for their loving care over the last 15 months. In lieu of flowers donations to Nurse Maude would be appreciated and can be made at the service or online at https

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McNISH, Margaret Ann

On November 11, 2022 at Diana Isaac Hospital, Christchurch. Much loved only daughter of the late Ronald and Cecil McNish, loved sister and sister-in-law of Derek (deceased) and Margaret (Hibiscus Coast), and Ian and Michele (Christchurch). A loved cousin, and a special and much loved aunt and great-aunt of her nieces and nephews. Margaret Ann’s family sincerely thank the Diana Isaac Hospital staff for their wonderful care of Margaret Ann during her lengthy illness. Messages to the McNish Family, c/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013. A Service of Remembrance will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entrance from London and Whitmore Streets, Richmond, Christchurch, on Saturday, November 19, at 2.00pm.

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SCOTT, Ellen Ann Stewart (Ann)

Ann’s long journey with MND ended peacefully on Saturday, November 12, 2022, aged 85 years. Ann was the loved daughter of the late Dick and Nancy Bartlett, and loved wife of the late Bob Scott. Much loved mother of Jeremy and Jill, Sue and Nevin, Roger, Tristram and Tracy. Loved and admired sister of Glenn and Judy, Jim and Lesley, Brian and Elizabeth, Richard and Gwenda. A much adored nana and grandma to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. We are very grateful to mum’s other family, the wonderful staff at Vickery Court, who have cared for mum so well for the past 3 years. A service to celebrate Ann’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill, on Saturday, November 19, at 1.00pm. Private cremation to follow Messages to 62 Grace St, Invercargill 9812.

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JACKSON, Trevor James (Jacko)

Passed away peacefully at Hawera Hospital on Saturday 12th November 2022. Dearly loved husband of Joan, and the late Carole. Much loved father of Dean; Joanne & Kerin Foskin. Beloved Pa of Sandy Ellis, Tracy Tippett, and families. Very much loved grandfather (Pa/Parks) of Dylan; Benjamin, and Kelly-Anne. A service to celebrate the life of Jacko will be held at Annie Brydon’s Community Hall, Wilson Street, Hawera, on Tuesday 15th November 2022, commencing at 1.00pm. Followed by a private cremation. If you are unable to attend, a livestream of Jacko’s service will be on his tribute page at www.hardingsfunerals.co.nz...

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WORBOYS, Neil Colin

It is with great sadness that we advise the passing of Neil - loved husband, Dad and Grandad/Gangang on Saturday 12th November 2022, aged 69 years. Neil’s wishes are to have a private family service at our home. Anyone wanting to say their goodbyes to Neil, can visit him at Beauchamp Funeral Home, Feilding, by arrangement before Thursday. In memory of Neil, and in appreciation of the amazing care by the Arohanui Hospice angels, donations are welcome to www.arohanuihospice.org.nz...
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CONDELL, David Alexander

On 12 November 2022 peacefully at Aparangi Care Unit, Te Kauwhata. Dearly loved husband of the late Daphne. Loved brother of Willy & Dolly, & Erica, and nephews David & Jean, Paul & Sandra, and Roy & Sandra and their families in Dublin. Loved brother-in-law of the late Frank & Betty Storey (Motu), Leon & Marie Storey (Waiterimu), Colin Storey (Hunua), nieces and nephews, late Russell, Ian & Judy (Motu), Jenny & Keith Signal (Owhango), Alison & Ron Phelps (Perth), Kevin & Louanne Storey, Angie Storey & Richard Bond (Hunua), and their families. Many thanks to Dr Robin Baird and staff at Te Kauwhata Medical Centre, Home Caregivers and staff of Aparangi Care Unit, and Wayne & Mary Mickleson for the care for David.

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HAMILTON, Murray David

On November 12, 2022, peacefully with family, aged 66 years. Dearly beloved husband of Lynette. Loved father to Karl and Todd. Cherished grandfather to 6 grandchildren. Loved father-in-law to Shinade. Brother of Norm and Sue, Warren and Laurel, Marie and Alistair, Raewyn and David. Great friend of Neil and Kathy, Chrissie and the late Robert, Ian. Service to be held at Motueka Golf Club, 50 Harbour Road, Motueka on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at 11.00am.
‘Loved Always’

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FAIRGRAY, Craig Alan

On November 9, 2022, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly in Cheviot, aged 62 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Tracey, loved by his fur babies, Wag, and Chloe.
“Always in our hearts”
Special thanks to all the Emergency Services who attended and did everything they could for Craig. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Craig Fairgray, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service to Celebrate Craig’s life will be held in the Cheviot Golf Club, Campbell Road, Cheviot, on Thursday, November 17, at 1.00pm, thereafter private cremation.

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LEWIS, Moira Joan

Peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital, on Saturday 12 November 2022, aged 84 years. Dearly loved and treasured wife of the late Hugh; loving mother of Wendy, Ross and Tracey, and the late Diane; loving Grandma Moira of Nathan and Petra. Thanks to the staff of ICU and Ward 4B for their care of Moira during her short stay. A service to celebrate Moira’s life will be held at the New Plymouth Community Church, 50 Vivian Street, New Plymouth on Thursday 17 November 2022 at 11.00am, followed by interment at Awanui Cemetery. Moira’s service will be livestreamed, please email tributes@vospers.co.nz for the link.

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HODGSON, Patricia Clare(nee Fulton)

19.5.1936 — 24.10.2022
Our darling Clare, Mum, Grandma and Great-Grandma, died at 7.11am, on Monday 24th October, after a sharp southerly wind arrived. Amazing Grace, on the pipes, was playing at full bore. She gently slipped away at home, as she wanted. With much love… Bill, Nicki, John, Clare, Andy, Rats, Jim, Courtney, Georgia, Rose, Daisy, Cal, Carraldo, Mosey, Spike, Bill, Ana, Pete, Will, Michelle and Hugh. Her send off will be on Saturday 19th November, near Dunedin. Please contact Gillions for details, (03) 455-2128 or office@gillions.co.nz
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HODGSON, Patricia Clare (nee Fulton)

19.5.1936 — 24.10.2022
Our darling Clare, Mum, Grandma and Great-Grandma, died at 7.11am on Monday, October 24, 2022, after a sharp southerly wind arrived. Amazing Grace, on the pipes, was playing at full-bore. She gently slipped away at home, as she wanted. With much love… Bill, Nicki, John, Clare, Andy, Rats, Jim, Courtney, Georgia, Rose, Daisy, Cal, Carraldo, Mosey, Spike, Bill, Ana, Pete, Will, Michelle and Hugh. Her send-off will be on Saturday, November 19, near Dunedin. Please contact Gillions for details

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INGHAM-HOULT, Mark(Mark Hoult)

On Tuesday 1st November 2022, peacefully at Arohanui Hospice, Palmerston North. Aged 80 years. Beloved husband of Bernie for 55 years. Father and Father-in-law of James, Emily, Jayne, Sarah, the late Nick, and Aaron. Grandad of Cameron and Benjamin Hoult; Jackson Cree, Emersen and Mackenzie Ingram. Donations in Mark’s memory may be made to Arohanui Hospice, PO Box 5349, Palmerston North or via www.arohanuihospice.org.nz.... Messages may be sent to the family c/- 280 Kimbolton Rd, Feilding 4702. At Mark’s request, a private family service has been held.
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SUMMERS, Leone Frances (nee Goslin)(Formerly Penman, Hobman & Davern)

Passed away 28th October 2022, aged 85 years. Much loved mother of John, Susan, Debbie & Dean. Nana of many. A private service has been held.

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