SCHOLES, Eric William
On 28 April 2023, at Palmerston North Hospital, aged 90, formerly from Tauranga and Ngakuru. Dearly loved husband of the late Ileene, loved father and father-in-law of Cynthia and Mark Ward (Levin), Sonia and Craig Munro (Flat Bush Manukau). Loved granddad of Alex, Sophie, Otto, Benjamin and Nathanael. Loved brother-in-law of Elinor Elder, the late Winnie Ingram, Doreen Jenkins, and Patty Clow. The family would like to express their thanks and appreciation to Eric’s caregivers in Feilding for their friendship and devotion to his needs over a number of years. A service to celebrate Eric’s life, will be held at the Legacy Funerals Chapel, 383 Pyes Pa Road, Tauranga, at 10.30am on Saturday 6 May, followed by refreshments and burial. Communication to the Scholes family, c/o 30 Ketemaringi Way, RD31 Levin, Horowhenua 5573.
FOOTE, Reverend FatherKevin John
Loved and respected Priest of the Diocese of Christchurch for 47 years. Peacefully at Christchurch on Friday, April 28, 2023, aged 76 years. Son of Kevin and Melville Foote (both RIP). Loved brother and brother-in-law of Suzanne and Spencer, Barry (RIP) and Debbie, Rodney and Sandra (RIP), Carmel and Trevor, Pam and Jim, Terence and Joanne, and adored Uncle Donk to his 22 nieces and nephews, and their children and grandchildren. On Thursday, May 4 from 1.00-4.00pm Fr Kevin will be at the Te Rangimarie Maori Community Centre, 360 Gloucester St, for karakia and waiata. Rosary will be recited at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester St, at 5.45pm. On Friday, May 5 at 1.30pm, the Requiem Mass for Fr Kevin will be celebrated at St Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, followed by burial at Memorial Park Cemetery, corner of Cypress St and Ruru Road.
Takoto mai ra e te Rangatira. Hoki atu ra ki roto ki te mahana o te Atua.
Descanse en Paz – Reposez en Paix – Rest in Peace
Messages to the Foote family can be sent C/- PO Box 31-300, Christchurch.
BOLT, Lady Janice Caroline(formerly Tucker)(nee Peterson)
Passed away peacefully on Friday 28th April 2023, at Hutt Hospital. Loved wife of the late David Tucker, and Sir Richard Bolt. Much loved Mum of Warren (deceased), Grant, and Andrea. Loving Nana to all her grandchildren. All communications to the family can be sent C/- PO Box 30-067, Lower Hutt 5040. A service for Lady Janice will be held in the Church of Ss Peter & Paul, Knights Road, Lower Hutt, on Thursday 4th May 2023 at 11.00am. For those family and friends unable to attend Lady Janice’s service, the live-stream link is https
SAXTON, Grant Kesteven
Passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 29, 2023, aged 76 years, while fishing which he loved. Cherished husband of Lesley and treasured Pa to Dylan and Gabby, Aimee and Shaun, Brad and Philippa, Chrystal, Tiff and Dyl. Adored Grandpa of Jasmine, Charlise, Amelia-Roze, Kaylee, Carter, Tyler, Cody, Casey and Max. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Cynthia and Russell, and Raewyn (Twin) and Les. Much loved brother-in-law to Ronnie (late) and Kathy, Fay and Terry, John (late) and Debbie, Duncan and Linda. Beloved Uncle Grant to his nieces and nephews, and a dear friend to many.
Resting in peace with his beloved Saviour.
A celebration of Grant’s life will be held at Rangiora Baptist Church, 111 East Belt, Rangiora, on Friday, May 5 at 11.00am, followed by interment at Rangiora Cemetery.
HEWLETT, Heather Adele (Adele)
Passed away suddenly at home in Temuka, on Saturday, April 29, 2023. Dearly loved daughter of John and the late Margaret. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Derek and Tania, and loved aunty “cup” of Haley. A cherished niece, loved dearly by all her uncles, aunties and cousins. A treasured and respected Timaru District Library Manager, and a member of Library NZ and Australasia. The Memorial Service celebrating Adele’s life will be held at Aoraki Funeral Services Chapel, 160 Mountain View Road, Timaru, on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to the S.P.C.A or Cancer Society 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
CAMERON, Robert Joseph (Bob)
On April 29th 2023, Bob died peacefully aged 90 years. Loved father of Vivienne, husband of Margaret, grand- father of Cameron, Cliff and Dylan, brother of Jim, Pat and Judith, and a beloved member among the Karori Community. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Mary Potter Hospice and Cancer Foundation would be appreciated online or at the funeral. A memorial service will be held at The Wilson Funeral Home on 375 Adelaide Road, Newtown on Tuesday May 9th at 11.30am.
FORDE, Rosanne Patricia
On April 30, 2023, after a short illness, Rosanne died peacefully in Christchurch, aged 70 years. Deeply loved daughter of the late Noel and Patricia. Loved sister to Genevieve, Lucia, Juliet, Max, Bryan, Gregory, Phillip, Roger, Alistair, and to her extended whanau across NZ, Australia, and France. The family would like to thank all the staff at Nurse Maude Hospice and Chatswood Rest Home for their care in her final days. Rosanne’s wishes were for a Cremation followed by a Memorial Service celebrating her life will be held at the Harewood Crematorium Chapel on Friday, May 5, 2023 at 1.30pm. There will be a livestream if you unable to attend in person https
WOOLFORD, Robin James
Of Palmerston North. Rob died at home on Saturday morning, 29th April, aged 67. He was so loved by his partner Colleen Stanaway, his daughters Wendy Watson, Nicola Wysocki, and Tracey Johns and their husbands Dom, Allan and Allan, his stepsons Chris Thompson and partner Anna Tate, and Evan Thompson, his grandchildren Josh, Brodie and Deanna, Nakita and George, and Kayden, Dylan and Maya, Keira and Bailey, and Pippa. And by his great-granddaughters Ayla and Ariya. A service for Rob will take place at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Thursday 4th May at 2.00pm. Rob’s service will also be livestreamed, please contact the family directly for the link. All messages to the Family C/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North 4440.
McMULLIN, Lady Isobel Margaret (nee Atkinson)
Passed away peacefully on
28 April 2023, aged 91 years. Adored wife of the late Duncan. Dearly loved mother of David and Wendy, Mandy and Dave, Sarah and Stephen, and Hamish and Selena. Much loved grandmother of Alice, Haley, Rebecca, Douglas, Felix, Frances, Isobel and Isla. Great-grandma to Theodore, Ned, Maggie, Lucia and the future Uma. A celebration of Isobel’s life will be held at 11.00am on Friday 5 May at St Aidan’s Anglican Church, 5 Ascot Avenue, Remuera, followed by a private cremation. All communications to the McMullin family, C/- Sibuns Funeral Directors, 582 Remuera Road, Remuera, Auckland 1050.
TAGOMOA, Jack (Tavete)
2.4.1943 — 29.4.2023
Aged 80 years. Husband of Helen. Father of Riki, Tavete, Rodger, and Sara. Loved Grandad of all his grandchildren. A service for Jack will be held in the Avenal Park Funeral Home Chapel, 75 Fox Street on Wednesday, May 3 at 11.30am. Messages to 557 Elles Road, Invercargill 9812.
SHORE, Barbara Lesley (Fergusson)
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Woodrow Grove, on Sunday, April 30, 2023, aged 82. Much loved Mum of Tammy, Maria and Julie. Cherished Nana of Eloise, Nikita, Sineade, Jacob, Lochlan, and Keira. Loved sister of Peter and Joan, and loved aunty to Joanna. Family would like to thank the staff at Woodrow Grove for their amazing care and support given to Barbara over the last 18 months. All messages to the ‘Shore/Fergusson family’ c/o PO Box 4016, New Plymouth 4340, or online at wabraham.co.nz/notices A service for Barbara will be held in The Chapel of W. Abraham, 366 Devon St East, New Plymouth, on Wednesday, May 3 at 2.00pm, followed by a private committal. Please wear something bright or colourful to celebrate Barbara’s life.
CHOIE, Shu Shi
At Christchurch Hospital on Sunday, April 30, 2023, aged 66. Loving husband of Shirley. Loved father and father-in-law of Albert and Fei, Julie and Jordan, and Sam. Adored grandfather of Katie and Mia. Loved brother, uncle and friend of many. Messages to the Choie family, c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145.A celebration of Shu’s life will be held in the Ferry Park Chapel, 297 Ferry Road, on Wednesday, May 3, at 11.00am. Burial at Memorial Park Cemetery thereafter.
MURRAY, Gordon Andrew
Passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, on April 29, 2023, aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of Jocelyn for 58 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Andrew and Linda, Janine and Nicholas, and Richard and Rachael. Much loved Poppa to Rivers, Cedar, Harrison, Navia, Isla, Peyton, Briar and Quinn. Messages may be addressed to the family of the late Gordon Murray, C/- PO Box 31300, Christchurch 8444. A private cremation has been held.
SUTHERLAND, Carole Helen
Passed away peacefully at S.C. Hospice, on Monday, April 24, 2023, in her 76th year. Dearly loved wife and best mate of Ross for 47 years. Treasured mum of Vicki and partner Mark (Chch), and Kent, and fur baby Rosie. Loved daughter and daughter-in-law of the late Jim and Helen Lewis and the late Shirley and Stuart Sutherland. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Barry and Lynne Lewis (Rangiora), Adele and Chris Coleman (Lake Tekapo), and the late Philip. Loved Aunty Carly of all her nieces and nephews. Loved and treasured by all her loyal friends. A special thank to all the staff who cared for Carole over the last few weeks at the SC Hospice, and her GP Jason Kingan. At Carole’s request a private service has been held. Messages to 9 Hurdley Street, Timaru 7910.
‘‘Go the Mighty Broncos’’
HUGHES, Josephine (Jo)
26.02.1958 — 11.04.2023
Suddenly in Dubai travelling
to her beloved England. Everlasting and unconditionally loved partner of Kevin Hart. A much loved and cherished friend to many. Messages to Kevin Hart, PO Box 1147, Blenheim 7240.
We cannot judge a biography by its length or by the number of pages in it; we must judge by the richness of the contents. Sometimes the ‘unfinished’ are among the most beautiful symphonies.
A memorial service for Jo will be held in due course. Details to be advised.
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