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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BROUGHTON, DavidWilbur (Dave)

On 7 November 2022 passed away suddenly, but peacefully, into the Lord’s presence. Deeply loved husband and soulmate to Simone for 44 years. Dearly loved father, father-in-law and grandad to Stephen and Katherine, Samuel, Benjamin, Natalya and Timothy; Paul and Sharon, Aurora, Lexi and Solomon; Mark and Sarah-Jane, Adelle, Zoe, Zach and Ezra; Daniel and Karen. Loved brother and brother-in-law to Anne and Maurice, Peter and Robyn, Liz and Alan, Paul and Pam, and Les and Amanda. Loved by all his nieces and nephews. A faithful servant unto the Lord. He will be dearly missed by many. In lieu of flowers, please feel free to bring a plate of food to share at Dave’s memorial service to be held at Rutland Street Church, 12 Rutland Street, St Albans, Christchurch 8014, on Tuesday 15 November 2022 at 2.00pm. Messages may be addressed to the family of Dave, c/- Hope Funerals Christchurch, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042.

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HART, Kevin Patrick

Passed away peacefully at home on 7th November 2022, aged 75 years. Dearly loved husband of Sally. Much loved Dad and father-in-law of Rachael & Willy, Ben & Mary-Jane. Adored Grandad to Jonty, Gabi, Matilda, Harry and Ruby.
He touched the lives of everyone with special love and kindness.
A service for Kevin will be held at the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Grey Street, Hamilton East, on Monday 14th November at 1.00pm, followed by private cremation. The service will be live-streamed, contact Rachael on 021 488 247 for the link.

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PARISH, Graham Raymond

Passed away peacefully at Summerset in the Vines on Monday 7 November 2022. Dearly loved husband of Val, father of Mike and Dave, father-in-law of Kylie, and grandfather of Ben and Charlie. A service to remember Graham will be held at 2.00pm on Thursday 10 November at St Columba’s Presbyterian Church, Havelock North. Many thanks to the wonderful supportive team at Summerset. No flowers please, but donations to St John Ambulance Service welcome and may be left at the service. All messages posted to the Parish family, C/o PO Box 8424, Havelock North 4157.

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FRASER, Myrtle Evelyn

Of Otaki Beach. Peacefully on Monday 7th November 2022, aged 93 years. Loved wife of the late Cameron. Loved sister of Ray and the late
Pat, and Bob. Loved Aunt of all her nieces and nephews. A service will be held at All Saints Church, 47 Te Rauparaha Street, Otaki, on Friday 11 November at 11.00am, followed by burial at the Otaki Cemetery.

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DAVISON, Michael Fred

Passed away peacefully on Sunday 6 November 2022, aged 85 years. Much loved Dad of Jo. Grandad of Clare, Edmund and Hamish, and great-grandad of Esme and Kon. A celebration of Mike’s life will be held at Woodside Estate, 130 Woodside Road, Matangi, on Wednesday 16 November at 2.30pm.

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HOLMES, Margaret Theresa

Loved sister of Neville O’Leary (New Plymouth), Marie Barrett (New Plymouth), Janice O’Leary (Hamilton), and Kevin O’Leary (Opunake). You are the first to leave us Margaret . There is a hole in our hearts, a very loved sister gone to be with her beloved Mike.
Gone too soon but forever part of our lives. We will always love and miss you.

"May God Bless You"

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GALLAGHER, Shirley

Passed away on November 6, 2022, at Bainlea House, Rangiora, aged 86 years. Much loved wife of the late John, Mum of Sherrie, and Stephen. Loved Nana of Quinn, and Jono. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Shirley Gallagher, c/- PO Box 258, Rangiora 7440. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John would be appreciated and may be made online at
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BOSWELL, Kevin

It is with broken hearts we share news of the loss of Kevin on 4 November 2022. Loving Husband of Lee, Father of Courtney and Clarke and loved by many more. A service will be held at Cockburn Street Chapel, Kilbirnie, on Friday 11th November at 1.30pm for more details go to tributes.co.nz

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FLETCHER, Nicky

Cherished wife of Adrian and mother of Jakob and Caleb, much loved daughter-in-law of Brian and Kay Fletcher. Fun loving sister-in-law of Russell and Amy (Perth), Craig and Fee, Leah, and Aunty to Jack, Levi and Tobias.

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ROYDHOUSE, David Francis

Passed away peacefully, in Australia, after a battle with dementia, on Saturday November 5, 2022. Dearly loved husband of Kathy, for 53 year’s. Loved father and friend of Greg & Kelly, Kyla & Gareth. Loved Grandpa of Matthew, Mitchell and Jake and special "papa" to Emma. Private cremation has been held. Messages can be sent to roynhousekathy@gmail.com

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BOYES, Shirley

Passed away peacefully on 6 November 2022. Much loved and respected sister and sister-in-law of Ruth and Neale, and aunty to Lee, who we will miss greatly.
"Rest In Peace"

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CROWTHER, Raewyn Anne

Unexpectedly on November 7, 2022, aged 64 years. Cherished soulmate of Colin, and a much loved mother and mother-in-law of Antony, Jennifer and Mason. Loved sister of Bill Wright (deceased) and Alison Smith. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Raewyn Crowther, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service to celebrate Raewyn’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Tuesday, November 15, at 2.00pm. Private cremation thereafter. To watch a livestream of the service, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in Raewyn’s obituary.

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DAVIDSON, Margaret Leckie (Lexie)

Peacefully at Elloughton Gardens Rest Home, Timaru on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Eric, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Brian and Vicki, and Linda (Lou). Special loved nana of Thomas, Sam and Pip, Josh and Mel, Jesse and Jen, loved great-nana of Braxton, and Cole, extra nana of Shane, and Libby (Australia). Special thanks to Elloughton Gardens for her care over the past 5 years. A service for Lexie will be held at Salisbury Park Crematorium, Beaconsfield Road on Thursday, November 10 at 11.00am. Messages c/- 710 Fairview Road, RD2, Timaru 7972.

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MORGAN, Maggie (Margaret Lee)

On November 7th 2022 peacefully at home, Masterton. Aged 73 years. Much loved wife of the late Dave. One and only mum of Jenny, loved nana to Teohomaiana and loved great-nanny of Ayla.Much loved big sister of Arthur, Ron, Helen and Andy.
“Koro will be
dancing with Nan”
Messages to the family may be posted to c/- PO Box 2055, Masterton 5842. A service for Maggie will be held at Rosewood, 415 Queen St, Masterton on Saturday 12th November at 1.00pm, followed by cremation.

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GATFIELD, Lawrence Arthur (Laurie)

Passed away peacefully
on Saturday 5 November 2022, in his 98th year. Much loved husband of Phyl for 67 years. Adored father of Janet, Jenny and the late Lynne. Respected father-in-law ofGreg. Treasured Grandad of Donna and Jarrod, and great-grandad to Ethan and Isaac. A celebration of Laurie’s life will be held at St Andrews Church, 85 Hamilton Road, Cambridge on Tuesday 15 November at 12.30pm.

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