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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JOHNSON, Trevor Robert

Passed away peacefully at the Hospice Sth Canterbury, on Friday, October 7, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. A devoted brown eyed boy of his wife Barb, and a caring, loving and supportive father and father in law of Cathy and the late Solopo, Robert and Mellissa, Maree and Mark, and Mike and Debbie. A very much loved grandad of Ben, and Sela; Shane, Josh, and Samantha; Troy, Cody, Hayley and their families. Trevor’s family wish to thank the staff and volunteers at the Hospice for the care and attention given to him during his stay there. In lieu of flowers you are invited to make donations to the Hospice at the service. Messages to PO Box 4041, Highfield, Timaru. A celebration of Trevor’s life will be held at the Salisbury Park Crematorium, Beaconsfield Road, on Wednesday, October 12, at 1.00pm.

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TAYLOR, Dennis Erueti

Of Paraparaumu. On Thursday 6 October 2022, at Eldon Lodge. Dearly loved husband of Miriam. Step-dad to Danny, Neville (dec), Kit and Brad. Much loved father of Nathan, Simon, Denise. Grandad Koro to Fabian, Claire, Michelle, Michael, Tyeesha, and his nieces and nephews. Much loved brother of Rei, Kura Marie, Maurice (dec), Leo, Dawn (dec), and Diane. Messages may be left in Dennis’ tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted C/- PO Box 723, Paraparaumu 5254. A livestream of the service may also be accessed from the tribute page. A service for Dennis will be held at the Harbour City Funeral Home Chapel, 300 Kapiti Road, Paraparaumu, on Wednesday 12 October at 1.00pm. Interment will take place the following day at the Waitara Cemetery at 1.00pm.

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HARWOOD, John Swanley

On October 7, 2022, peacefully and with dignity at home surrounded by his family, aged 75 years. Dearly loved husband of Barb, loved father and father-in-law of Thomas and Lauren, Tim and Aimée, Anna and James. Loved granddad of Georgia, Leah, Cameron, and Daniel; Gemma and Sam; Amelia and Lucy. Sincere thanks to Dr Viv Hancock, Dr Dougal McClean, Gail Nelson and the Nurse Maude Palliative team and Johnny. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late John Harwood, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude Palliative Care would be appreciated and may be made online at nursemaude.org.nz A Service to celebrate John’s life will be held at Christ’s College Chapel, Rolleston Avenue, Christchurch, on Wednesday, October 12 at 2.00pm, thereafter private cremation. To watch a livestream of the service, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in John’s obituary.

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VAN STIPRIAAN LUISCIUS, Lorraine Marion(nee Ireland)

Passed away suddenly on Friday 7 October 2022, aged 71 years. Beloved wife, best friend and travelling companion of John. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Blair and Steph, Aaron and Nic. Cherished Oma to Thomas and Charlotte, Asha and Jakob.
"May angels carry you to the best camp sites to enjoy eternal sunrises and sunsets."
A service to commemorate Lorraine’s life is to be held in the Beauchamp Chapel, 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North, on Friday 14 October 2022, at 2.00pm.
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BURRIDGE, Kathleen (Kath)

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on 7 October 2022. Very much loved wife of the late Maurie, devoted mum to her 6 children, Gma to 19 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Please join us to celebrate her life at the Tawa Bowling Club, 13 Davies St, Tawa, on Thursday 13 October, from 2.00pm.

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GODFREY, Calmar Sophia (Sophy)(aka Monkey Hunkin)

Peacefully on 7 October 2022 with family at her side. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Ingrid-Hilary and Simon, Ian (Evan) and Vicki, Danielle and Nuulopa, Nicola Mary and Shinya, Dominic and Nigel, Carne and Mark, Jessica and Sven, and “More Mummy” to Sara and Pete. Grandmother to Kurt, Lena, Nina, Otto, Imogene, Stella, and Scarlett. Former wife to Michael. Sister to Claire and Lance. Daughter to Henry and Jessie ‘Ulu’ Hunkin. Aunt to Pauga Henry and wife Ianeta. Messages for the family may be left in Sophia’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz.... The service will be live-streamed via a link at the same tributes website. The service to celebrate Sophia’s life will be held at The Wilson Funeral Home Chapel, 375 Adelaide Road, Newtown, Wellington, on Friday, 14 October 2022 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation.

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WAGHORN, Rodney Kenneth (Rod)

Passed away peacefully at home, on Friday, 7 October 2022, aged 65 years. Dearly loved by his soulmate Barb, late father Ken, mother Aileen, and late brother Mark. Much loved Dad and father-in-law of Sarah, Hannah, Ben & Josh. Special Grandad to Harriet, Theo, Arthur, Lottie, Isla & Maia. Cherished uncle and friend to many. As per Rod’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. You are welcome to join the family for a celebration of Rod’s life at the Willowpark Tavern from 2.00pm on Friday, 14 October.

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ALEXANDER, Gloria June (June)

Peacefully on Saturday, October 8, 2022,at Highfield Lifecare, with family by her side; aged 77. Dearly loved mum and mother-in-law of Terry and Gayleen, Mike and Sandy, Brian and Tracy, Diane and Bob Matthews, Roslyn and Barry Clifford, Rachel, and Paula. Treasured Nana to her grandchildren and great-grandchidren. Loved wife of Russell. A service to celebrate June’s life will he held at Aoraki Funeral Services Chapel, 160 Mountain View Road, Timaru, on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to the Foundation for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and Blind Low Vision NZ would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A livestream of the service is available, please email- office@aoraki.kiwi.nz or call on 6862148. Messages to the Alexander family c/- 47B Evans Street, Timaru 7910.

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WILLIAMSON, Sandra Ann (nee Muir)

Passed away peacefully at Bainfield Park, on Friday, October 7, 2022. Dearly loved wife of the late John C. Loved mother of John*, Melissa and Marc. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Bruce and Margaret Muir, Noel and Georgie Williamson, Brian and Faye Williamson. Loved daughter of Megan* and Bert* Muir. Funeral details to follow.
(*denotes deceased)

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MATTHEWS, Pamela Ianthe (Pam)

Passed away peacefully at Kowhainui Home, 6th October 2022. Dearly loved Wife of the late Merv. Adored Mum of Les, Ginnie, Richard and Harry. Much loved Nana Pam to all her 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. In accordance with Pam’s wishes a Private Family Service has been held.
Dempsey & Forrest
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DAVENPORT, Kathleen Rae (Rae)

Passed away at home, with tender and loving care from Mark, and Clair. Loved and admired daughter-in-law of Brian (deceased) and Ngaire (Dallington), loved sister-in-law of Michael and Glenda, and awesome aunty of Lara and Tom, Adam and Nikki, and their children (Australia).

You will be remembered for the love of your garden and your teaching skills.
The brightest rose in heaven.

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WATSON, Ida Laurice (Laurie)

Beloved by her family. Peacefully passed on Thursday 6 October 2022, surrounded by family at Woodlands Rest Home, Palmerston North. Laurie was 89 years of age, and leaves behind her second husband, Richard and his sons, Grant and Bruce. Her children, Agnes, Martha, Heather, Rawiri, Shona and Gordon. Much loved Nana of all her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great, great children. Our loss is tempered with the legacy of love she gave to us all. Laurie’s life will be celebrated at the Beauchamp Chapel, 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North, tomorrow, Tuesday 11 October 2022, at 11.00am. Then on to Kelvin Grove Cemetery, for burial with her first husband, David. In lieu of flowers donations to Alzheimer’s NZ would be appreciated online at www.alzheimers.org.nz... or may be left at the service.
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QUINLAN, Michael (known as Tony)

1.11.1931 — 8.10.2022
Loved husband of Mary, father of Brett and Kerry, father-in-law of Mathew, and Grandad to Bailey, Lily, James, Taylor, Riley and Hayley. A proud Australian, a loyal and loving man with an exceptional mind. Died at home peacefully. Donations, in lieu of flowers, to Mary Potter Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Tony’s life will be held at the Ninness Funeral Home Chapel, 17 Kenepuru Drive, Porirua on Wednesday, October 12, commencing at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation.

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STOREY, Delysse Diane (nee Valk)

Passed peacefully at home on Sunday 9th October 2022, surrounded by family. Much loved wife of Rev. Keith Storey, dearly loved mother of Fraser, Scott, the late Edward, and Kate. Loved mother-in-law of Wendy and Blair. Cherished Nandel of Richard, Elsie and twins, Maddie and Vivi. A private funeral service of farewell and commendation was held at St Paul’s Church, Rangiaowhia. In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated in aid of the re-establishment of a Ngati Apakura Marae adjacent to the early mission site at Rangiaowhia, these can be made to Apakura Runanga Trust, 060441-0206004-00.
Te Awamutu Funeral Services, FDANZ.

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