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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COGSWELL, Ailsa Craig

Passed away at Timaru Hospital on Wednesday, November 2, 2022; in her 95th year. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Marlene and Brett Martin, Craig and Josie, Alan and Sally. Treasured friend of Marg May. Adored nana and great-nana of all her grandchildren. At Ailsa’s request. a private service has been held. Messages to

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HANSEN, Norman Arthur

Passed away peacefully at Waikato Hospital on Friday, 30th October 2022, aged 59. Dearly son of Iris and the late Rex. Much loved brother to Lance & Sandra. A private family farewell has taken place. All communications to Grinter’s Funeral Home, 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434.

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MARSH, Barry Stephen

On October 31, 2022, suddenly and unexpectedly at his home in Picton, aged 73 years. A loved father and father-in-law of Tanya and Mark Coltman, Stephen Marsh and April Marsh. Messages to PO Box 9, Blenheim 7240, or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz... A private family goodbye and cremation for Barry has been held.

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WILSON, Maureen Fay

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at home on Friday 4th November 2022. Dearly loved daughter of the late Delma and Mathew Duggan. Loved sister to Ken and the late Michael. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law to Megan and Campbell Huston, and Olivia Wilson. Loved grandmother to all her grandchildren and her great-granddaughter.
A service to celebrate Maureen’s life will be held in the South Taranaki Funeral Services Chapel, 268 High Street, on Wednesday 9th November at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Maureen can be made to Hospice Taranaki and can be left at the service. Those wishing to attend the service can do so via webcast at www.southtaranakifunerals.co.nz.... All communications to the family of Maureen Wilson to be addressed to PO Box 183, Hawera 4640.

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KERNICK, Gwendolen Edna

Peacefully at home on November 2, 2022; aged 79 years. Loved daughter of the late Eileen and Keith. Much loved sister and sister-in-law of June and Peter Mackey (Melbourne), and Alan Kernick. Loved aunty of Rebecca, Sarah, Annah, Sarah, Tim, and an adored great-aunty. A service celebrating Gwen’s life will be held at Aoraki Funeral Services Chapel, 160 Mountainview Road, Timaru on Tuesday, November 8, at 1.30pm. Messages to

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HEENAN, David John

On November 4, 2022, peacefully at Annaliese Haven Rest Home, Kaiapoi, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of Wendy, much loved father and father-in-law of Craig and Melissa, Kelly and Sally, much loved grandad and great-grandad. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Annaliese Haven for all their wonderful care of David. A Service to celebrate David’s life will be held in our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Thursday, November 10, at 2.00pm, private cremation thereafter.

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MURDOCH, Enid Frances (nee Simpson)

Peacefully, on November 4, 2022, in Christchurch, aged 87 years. Much loved wife of John for 64 years, loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Susan and Grant, Sally and Rob, Heather and Tim. Devoted Granny of Matthew, Hamish, and Maryanne; Josh, Meg, and Ari; Helena, and Ted, and great-grandmother of Zoe, and Reuben. A loved sister and sister-in-law of John (deceased) and Alison Simpson, Helen and Jeff Paul (both deceased), and a loved aunty. Grateful thanks for the loving and dedicated care shown to Enid by the management and staff of the Ashley Suites at Russley Village. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Enid Murdoch, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of Enid’s life will be held in St Christopher’s Anglican Church, 244 Avonhead Road, Avonhead, Tomorrow (Tuesday), at 1.00pm, private cremation thereafter.

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McCARTHY, Barry John

On November 2, 2022, passed away unexpectedly, out doing what he loved, mountain biking, aged 58 years. Dearly loved husband of Helen, adored father of Abbey, Wills and Dom, cherished brother of Dianne, Paul, and Janine, and their families. Much loved son-in-law of Roger and Beryl Coop. A top bloke who will be missed by all. A Service to celebrate Barry’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Wednesday, November 9 at 6.00pm, private cremation thereafter.

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SCALES, Christine

At Russley Retirement Village, on November 3, 2022. Beloved daughter of the late Ted and Elsie Paul, cherished sister and sister-in-law of Irwin and Lyn Paul, Marianne and the late Bill Scott, and Sue and Bill Greenwood. An adored aunt of her many nieces and nephews.

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LOWE, John Gordon (Gordon)

In his 97th year at Calvary Hospital, on Saturday, November 5, 2022. Loved husband of the late Elsie. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Alan and Raewyn. Loved Granddad of Tineka and Mike, Jolene and Judas, and adored Great-Granddad of Jackson, and Deacon. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 9, at Forest Hill Cemetery, at 10.30am. Messages to 90 MacKenzie St, Winton 9720.

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ROBSON-DEWES, Ariana Marie

On 4th November 2022 at Wellington Hospital. Aged 34. Dearly loved wife of Marc. Dearly loved daughter of Joanna Robson; and the late Mary Lee. Loved stepdaughter of David Lee. Much loved sister of the late Alexia. A loved niece, cousin and friend to many. A service will be held in the Richmond Chapel, Richmond Rd, Carterton, on Tuesday 8th November 2022 at 11am followed by burial at the Clareville Lawn Cemetery. Messages to Ariana’s family, C/- PO Box 185, Carterton 5743, or visit Ariana’s tributes page at www.tributes.co.nz....

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KELLY, Anthony Michael (Tony)

25.04.1961 — 28.10.2022
A life ended too soon, his Irish charm and love of people will be sadly missed. He has friends spreading from Ireland to the many other shores he visited over his life packed with adventure. Loved father of twins Laura and Ryan. Fondly remembered brother and brother-in-law of John and Mary (Ireland); Phil and Sarah (Jersey), and his nieces and nephews.
Tony believed, live every day like it is your last.
Commemorative service to celebrate Tony’s life, Wednesday, November 9, 3.15pm, at Irish Society, 29 Domain Terrace, Spreydon, Christchurch. Mail c/- PO Box 1706, Christchurch 8140.

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GIBBONS, John Whalton

Passed away at Springlands Lifestyle Village, on Friday, November 4, 2022. Aged 88 years. Loved husband of the late Beverley Ann Gibbons. Loved and respected father of Mark (deceased), Steve, and Deb. Beloved Grandad of Scott, Thomas, Katrina, John (deceased), Sam, and Mark. Great-Grandad of Cole, Mia, Shay, and Lilly. Special thanks to The Parkinson’s Society and Springlands Lifestyle Village for their love and care for John. Messages may be sent to the Gibbons Family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to The Parkinson’s Society would be appreciated and may be made at the service or to a/c 03 0502 0727744 00 Ref. (GIBBONS). A service for John will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim, at 1.00pm on Thursday, November 10, followed by interment at Fairhall Cemetery. This service will be live-streamed and may be viewed at https

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BARHAM, Wayne Robert (Burger)

On Saturday, 5th November 2022, in his 71st year. Most dearly loved husband and soulmate of Ina. Dearest father and father-in-law of Scott & Leanne, Kim, Darren & Collette, Lisa & Brian. Adored Koro of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Wayne will be at 7 Maahutaupeke Place, Saint Andrews, Hamilton. A Service for Wayne will be held on Wednesday, 9th November at 11.30am, Ngaruawahia RSA, 4 Market St, Ngâruawâhia, followed by a private cremation.
‘‘A Great Totara Has Fallen.’’

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MEGAW, William Henry (Wesley)

Passed away peacefully 3 November 2022. Dearest husband of the late Phyllis. Loved Father and Father-in-law of Alistair, Josanne, Colin & Kerry, Steven & Jenny, Gillian & Kevin, and Robert. Treasured Grandfather of Jason, Eldon & Rosanne, Jackson, Flynn, Claudia, Daniel & Emily, Kenton, and Great-Grandfather to Beau, Reid, Henry, and Daisy. A funeral service will be held at the Hamilton Cemetery Chapel, 393 Morrinsville Road, Hamilton, on Tuesday 8 November at 2.00pm. All Communications c/- PO Box 582, Drury 2247.
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