THOMPSON, Olive May (May) (nee Longden)
Passed away on Friday, 19th February 2021, with family by her side at Rangiura Rest home, Putaruru, aged 96 years. Loved wife of the late Norm. Treasured Mum and Mum-In-Law of Trevor (Auckland), Brett and Anna (Tokoroa), Robin (deceased) and Margaret (Tirau). Adored Nana of Sarndra, Kerrie, Aaron, Matthew and Patrick. Great-Nana to 6 and Great-Great-Nana to 1. Cherished sister and sister-in-law of Harry (deceased), Avalon (deceased), Bob and Jan Longden (Otorohanga).
“ Your presence, love
and kindness will forever
be with us.
Rest In Peace”.
A service to celebrate the life of May will be held in Tirau Community Church, Main Rd, Tirau, at 1.30pm, Wednesday, the 24th of February, followed by the burial at Tirau Cemetery. All communications c/- the Thompson family to 6 Tamihana St, Matamata.
SHADWELL, William John (Bill)
Peacefully in the care of Rowena Jackson Retirement Home on Saturday, 20 February, 2021, aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Bernice. Loved Dad of Claire and Craig, and Dawn. Loved Grandad of Eloise, Portia, Oriana, and Saffron. A service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Wednesday, 24 February at 11.00am. Messages to 14 Albert Street, Invercargill 9810.
NEAL, Janet May
On the 17th February 2021 in her 95th year. Loved wife of the late Wilfrid. Mother and mother-in-law of Cilla & Bruce, Spence & Jude, the late Andrew, and Philip & Krys. Loved Grandmother of Josh, Shannon & Dylan, Lewis, Hanah & Fraser, and Brendan & Alecia. Great-Grandmother to 15. Mum/Janet was very special to her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and will be sadly missed. A private family service has been held.
LANGRIDGE, Sheila Elliot
Peacefully on February 18, 2021, at Bob Scott Retirement Village. Much loved wife of the late Don. Beloved mother of Mark and Tona, Phil and Kerry, Alyson, Steve and Merran. Devoted Gran of Max, Rachel, Luke, Zac, Eva, Thomas, Kirsty, Scott, and Josh. Special thanks to all the staff and residents of Bob Scott Retirement Village. In lieu of flowers donations to Te Omanga Hospice at www.teomanga.org.nz... would be appreciated. A private cremation will take place; and a memorial service celebrating Sheila’s life will be held at Harbour City Funeral Home, 665 High Street, Lower Hutt at 1.00pm, on Friday, February 26, 2021.
McLEAN, Barrie Norman
Peacefully at Nelson Hospital, on Saturday, February 20, 2021, surrounded by his loving family, aged 77 years. Cherished husband and best friend of Shona; much loved father and father-in-law of Robyn McLean and Peter Versey, John and Jolene McLean (Perth); special Grandad of Grace, Beth, Cameron, Emily, Matthew, Scarlett, and Sam; loved brother-in-law of Heather and Trevor Crew (Christchurch), Ian and Karen Davidson (Nelson), Allan and Margaret Davidson (Auckland); much loved nephew of Elva Flintoft (Motueka); loved brother of the late Norma Rothwell, and Ian McLean; brother-in-law of Mary McLean; much loved friend of Jo and Quentin Harwood, Stephen Hawke and Sue Callaghan and Nicky and Robert Wesney.
An active community man, nurse and all round good bloke with a huge heart.
A legend.
No flowers by request but any donations to Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated, and these can also be made at the service. A celebration of Barrie’s life will be held at Marsden House Funeral Home, 41 Nile Street East, Nelson, on Thursday, February 25, at 2.00pm.
RASMUSSEN, Theodore Reuben (Theo)
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, at Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village, on Thursday, February 18, 2021, in his 89th year. Adored husband of Noeline for 67 years, cherished father and father-in-law of Paul, Lyn (deceased), David, Caryl and Grant, Mary and Dave. Loved Pop of Jeffrey and Connor, Kelly and Gareth, and Chantalle, and four great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the staff at Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village for their compassionate care. Messages may be sent to The Rasmussen Family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Alzheimers Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to c/- 8 Wither Road, Blenheim 7201, would be appreciated. A celebration of Theo’s life will be held at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Henry Street, at 2.00pm on Tuesday, March 2.
ALLISON, David
A dearly loved family member and friend who passed away peacefully on Thursday 18 February 2021. Sadly missed by Kieran and Jenny, Adrienne and Rex, Maria and Andrew, Colleen and Paul, Helen and Paul, and all his nieces and nephews.
Always in our hearts
CLEMENTS, Lionel Barry
Peacefully on Saturday, February 20, 2021 at Greengables, aged 93 years. Loved husband of the late Shirley; much loved Dad of Linda, Barry, Geoff, Shelley, Diana and their partners; caring and thoughtful grandfather of Alex, Lawrie, Cole, Rosa, Liam, Sam, Darla, Jess, Abby, and Jaydee; loving great-grandad of all his great-grandchildren. A big thankyou to all the staff at Greengables, especially Tracey, Claire, and Jackie. The funeral service to celebrate Lionel’s life will be held at Marsden House Funeral Home, 41 Nile Street East, Nelson on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 11.00am.
CARRUTHERS, James (Jim)
Born in Dumfries, Scotland, on 12 July 1932 ~ died peacefully on 20 February 2021. Much loved husband of Valerie, father of Bob and Paul, adopted father of Zahid and Jess, and grandfather of Emma and Jake.
‘Thank you for the gift of
your presence and for
the gift of life Dad.
May you rest in peace, and may God grant you the wings you so richly deserve’.
A service for Jim will be held at Wesley Methodist Church, 100 13th Avenue, Tauranga, on Wednesday 24th February at 1.00pm, followed by a private interment. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Alzheimer’s Society and can be left at the service. All communications to Carruthers Family, c/- 25 Ninth Avenue, Tauranga 3110.
HAZELDINE, Mary Isabel
On February 18, 2021, dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Graeme and Maree, cherished Nan of Cameron, Simon, and Anna, and great-Nana of Damien, Lucas, Caleb, and Ashton.
Always in our hearts
HORNE, Dianne Maude (nee Pasco)
Passed away unexpectedly in Timaru Hospital, on Saturday, February 20, 2021, with loving family by her side. Loved Mother, Sister and Friend.
Di will be sadly missed
by so many people she welcomed into her life.
“She will be caring for somebody.”
In lieu of flowers, donations to the SPCA would be greatly appreciated and may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Di’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox St, Invercargill, on Friday, February 26 at 2.00pm, followed by interment at the Eastern Cemetery. Messages to 246 Dunns Road, Otatara 9879.
“Rest In Peace”
STEEL, Gillies Ronald
Peacefully at home on Friday 19th February 2021, surrounded by family, aged 67. Loved husband of Shelly. Loved father of Troy, Holley and Cameron. Loved step dad of James and Chris. A celebration of Gillies life will be held in the Matata Rugby Clubrooms, 12 Division Street, Matata on Tuesday 23rd February at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation. Communications to the Steel family, C/- PO Box 2070 Whakatane, 3159 or online at willettsfuneralservices.co.nz.
THOMPSON, Peter Tinirau
Passed away on Friday, February 19, 2021. Most dearly loved and cherished husband of Kathy (nee Reed), and loved and treasured Dad of Narisha, Rewi, and Moana and their families. Funeral service at 11.00am on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at Te Rauparaha Arena, Porirua.
STOKES, Mary Eva
Passed away peacefully in Richmond on February 20, 2021, in her 83rd year. Dearly loved wife of Cecil; adored mother of Susan and Hans, Rick and Sue, Joanna and Peter, and Shelley; and treasured grandma of all her grandchildren. The Funeral service to celebrate Mary’s life will be held in the St John’s Worship Centre, Edward Street, Wakefield on Thursday, February 25, at 3.00pm.
TUITE, Sister Marie Joan rsj
(Joan Elizabeth)
On February 19, 2021, peacefully at Auckland Hospital, much loved member of the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart, and a loved daughter of the late John and Annie Tuite, and loved aunt of her many nieces and nephews and their families.
May Joan be at peace
Requiem Mass will be celebrated at the Mary MacKillop Centre Chapel, on Thursday, February 25, at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Waikaraka Cemetery. A Vigil service will be held at the above Chapel, on Wednesday, February 24, at 6.00pm.
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