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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COWLING, Rosaline Joyce (nee Martin)

Passed away peacefully on 5th October 2022 at Matamata Country Lodge, aged 89 years. Beloved wife of Glen Cowling (deceased). Loved by family and friends. She was vibrant, committed to any task, a kinder soul you could not find. We will miss her funny, infectious humour. In accordance with Joyce’s wishes a private service has been held. All messages to the family C/- Broadway Funeral Home, 10 Short Street, Matamata 3400.

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HARDY, Deryck George Albert

Passed away peacefully on Friday 14th October 2022, aged 91 years. Much loved husband for 69 years, of Elsie; loved father of Bruce, John, Wayne and Karla, and Donna, and father-in-law of Sherryn; poppa of the late Alyssa, and Fenella and great poppa of Thatcher and Oliver. In accordance with Deryck’s wishes a private cremation has been held. A big thank you to Maida Vale Retirement Village caring for Deryck these last few months and our thanks to all for the condolences and food. Messages to the family can be sent to Vospers Funeral Services, 257 Devon St East, New Plymouth 4310.

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WALKER, Ivy

Peacefully on Monday 17 October 2022 at New Vista Rest Home Whanganui, aged 95 years. Much loved wife of the late Jack. Much loved Mum and mother-in-law of Kevin and Su, Eion and Catherine, and Colleen. Loved Nana to Kate, Lauren, and Sam; Matt and Alicia; Melanie and Andrea, and Great-Nana to Joshua, Carys, Charlie, and Conner; Neve; William; Isabella, and Asha. The family wish to express their sincere thanks and gratitude to all the staff at New Vista Rest Home for their exceptional care of Ivy. In accordance with Ivy’s wishes a private family farewell has been held.
Dempsey & Forrest
Locally owned

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KENNEDY, David William

Sadly passed away at home, on Saturday, October 15, 2022. Dearly loved husband of Julienne, much loved father of Sarah and Nicholas, and grandad of Kameron, Stella, Tyler and Jackson. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Roslyn and Rod Miller, and the late John, and son of the late William and Jean Kennedy. Loved by his extended family, Michael, Margaret, Maxine, Kathryn, Anthony, Jacinta, Steve, and Nicky. Loved uncle and great-uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Access Community Health for their wonderful support. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late David Kennedy, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A private family service for David has been held.

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DOWN, Fay Pauline

Passed away on October 16, 2022, aged 95 years. Loved wife of the late Mel, loved mother and mother-in-law of Graham and Kaye, Stephen and Helen, and Susan and Andrew Fox, dearly loved grandmother and great-grandmother. Many thanks to the staff of Elmswood and Fendalton Retirement Villages for their care of Fay. A private service has been held.

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COOKSLEY, Joan Lorraine (formerly Harvey)(nee McRae)

On October 18, 2022, peacefully at Nelson Hospital with family, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of Jim for 41 wonderful years. Awesome mother and mother-in-law of David and Kim, Ken and Nane, Ruth and Keith, Cate and Clayton, Bruce and Sue. Best Grandma ever to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Much loved by all her family in NZ, Australia and Raro. As per Joan’s wishes a private cremation has taken place.

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MOULTON, Brian Francis (Grumps)

Life member of the Timaru South Cosmopolitan Club passed away peacefully at Glenwood Rest Home, on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. A generous, funloving and much loved father and father-in-law of Linda and Stan, Jodi and Richard, and a devoted and cherished Poppy of Eleanor, and Fletcher.
“A great mentor and
friend to many”
Brian’s family wish to sincerely thank the wonderful staff at the Hospice Sth Canterbury and Glenwood Home for the consideration, dignity and respect shown to him while in their care. Messages to PO Box 34, Cave 7957. A Memorial Service and celebration of Brian’s wonderful life will be held in the Westend Bowling Club, 9a Maltby Ave, on Friday, October 28, at 1.00pm.

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McKENZIE, Robert Jon

On October 9, 2022, peacefully at home, aged 59 years. Dearly loved son of Robert and Margaret (Peg), both deceased, loving brother of Kay, and loved cousin of Stuart and Lynley, and the McKenzie family. Much loved friend of Simon and Duncan. Sadly missed. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Robert McKenzie, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A private cremation has been held. A Memorial Service for Rob will be held at a later date to be advised.

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ROBERTSON, Colleen Pearl

On 16th October, 2022, peacefully at Birchleigh Rest Home, Dunedin. Loved wife of the late Frank, loved and respected step-mother of Peter and Kirsty, David and Jane, Kathryn and Philip, Felicity and John and seven grandchildren. At Colleen’s request a private farewell will be held. In lieu of flowers donations to Medical Research would be appreciated and may be sent to www.mirnz.ac.nz... Messages to Colleen’s Family, C/- PO Box 5013, Dunedin 9054.

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BINT, Rosa Jean

Passed away on September 24, 2022. Wife of the late Ian Bint. Mother of Alex, and Lain. Grandmother of Jack, Amber, and Mathew. Partner of Tony. In keeping with Rosa’s wishes, a private family service has been held. Thanks to Hospice and St John’s Access.

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CHAPLIN, David Warwick

Passed away peacefully at Cook Street Nursing Centre on Sunday 16 October 2022, aged 76 years. Dearly loved father of Helen & Michael and Kathryn, and Grandfather of Ella and Josh. All messages to the Chaplin family, C/o 35 Clearview Drive, Palmerston North. According to Warwick’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.
NZIFH

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NANKIVELL, Betty Stewart

On October 17, 2022, passed away peacefully in her sleep, aged 93 years. Much loved aunt, great-aunt, and wonderful friend. Messages of condolences may be sent to PO Box 24368, Wellington 6143. A private cremation has been held.

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MASTERS, Lilian Ruth (nee Lind) (Ruth)

Peacefully in the presence of family at the Woodland Retirement Village, Feilding, on Wednesday 19th October 2022, aged 81 years. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Wayne and Vicki, Lianne and Ewan, Vicki and Darryn. A very proud grandmother of Sam, Ben, Corey, Billy, Ryan, Kirsty and Jesse, and Great-Grannan of Zeth and Brooklyn.
“Very much loved and
will be missed”
A service to celebrate Ruth’s life will be held at William Cotton & Sons Funeral Chapel, 29 Beattie Street, Feilding, on Tuesday 25 October 2022, at 11.00am, followed by private interment. Messages to the Masters’ family, c/- 29 Beattie Street, Feilding 4702.

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ROSS, Mervyn Francis

Passed away, Saturday, October 15, 2022, aged 70. Much loved father of Nicola, Dale, and Ashleigh (Christchurch). Proud Pops of Elizabeth, Jacob, Jordan, and Isaac. Loved brother to Don, Evelyn (Auckland), and Walter (Australia). Respected friend to Sally. Friends to many at Alliance Group Lorneville Plant. Special thanks to those in the Lumsden community who supported Merv over recent years. A private cremation has been held. Messages to 57 Frank Street, Papanui, Christchurch 8053, or to Mervyn’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz

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WEIR, Judith Kaye (Judy)

Of Paraparaumu. Peacefully at Wellington Hospital on 10 October 2022, aged 70 years. Dearly loved wife of John. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Grant(dec), and Lisa & Justin. Adored nana to Blair and Emma. A much loved sister, sister-in-law, aunty and friend to many. At Judy’s request, a private family service has taken place. Messages to jweirs52@gmail.com

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