BROWNE, Desmond Alexander (Des)
On April 26, 2023, aged 89 years. Husband of Lois, father and father-in-law of Kevin and Cherry, Joanne and Chris, Greg (deceased), and Mike and Linda, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather to his many grandchildren. A special thanks to all the staff at Essie Summers for all their care of Des. In accordance with Des’ wishes a private cremation and farewell has been held.
POLLOCK, Frank
Loved son of Jim and Frances (Pixie) Pollock (dec). Much loved brother of Coralie Mooney (dec), Gordon (dec), Eunice (New Plymouth), Neville (dec) and Marlene (Hawera), Thelma Hendrick (dec), Nola (dec), Vera and Tony Madgwick (dec), Robert and Kathy (Hastings), Phillip and Teresa (Takapuna), Eric and Susan (Hawera), Maureen (dec) and George Stannard (Hawera), and Janice and David “Blue” Mills (Martinborough). Very much loved uncle Frank of all his nieces and nephews and their families.
ARMSTRONG, Selwyn Norman
Peacefully, after a courageous battle, Selwyn passed away on April 9, 2023 at Rowena Jackson Retirement Village, Invercargill, aged 81. Very Much loved Husband of Denise for 52 years. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Keith and Marie, Loved father of Glenn and Gregg, loved father-in-law of Katie and Sarah. Loved Granddad of Wylie, Sam, Isla, Jacob and Gabriel. Loved brother-in-law of Barbara, Doug and Jennifer and uncle of Peter and Faye (UK). Loved uncle of Megan and Hayley. Many thanks to the kind staff of Rowena Jackson Retirement Village for their care of Selwyn over the last two years. A memorial to celebrate Selwyn’s life will be held on Friday, May 5, at 2.00pm in the Mararoa and Whitestone rooms at the Ascot Park Hotel. Messages to 115 Salford Street, Invercargill.
BEATSON, Simon
We will be celebrating Simon’s life and mourn his passing at The Boathouse in Nelson on Saturday, May 6, from 2.00pm. Please advise attendance by text to Andy 021 223 9170.
COUSINS, Peter Charles
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Pete, peacefully at home on the 25th April 2023, aged 64 years. Cherished husband of Helen, loved son of Anne and the late Ian, and brother of Greig. Loving father of Sarah and Alice and Poppa of Tate and Tayah. Many thanks to the people who supported Pete and his family during his illness. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Arohanui Hospice. A celebration of Pete’s life will be held at the Beauchamp Chapel, 167 John F Kennedy Dr, Palmerston North, on Monday 1 May at 2.00pm.
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WARNOCK, Joan Shirley (Bev)
95 years. Loved wife of the late Maurice Charles Warnock. Loved mum of Raymond, Ann, Ken, Christine and Alan. Nana to Kerry, Stephen, Kenneth, Sarah, Chase, Keely and Jason & 7 great-grandchildren. A service to celebrate Bev’s life will be held at the Matamata Bible Chapel, 11 Meura Street, on Tuesday 2nd May at 1.00pm. All messages to the family care of Broadway Funeral Home, 10 Short Street, Matamata.
ADAMS, Cavin Ashley Christopher
On April 25, 2023 at St Vincent’s Hospital, Melbourne, dearly beloved only son of Shelley and the late Christopher Adams. Loved nephew of Edward and Theresa, John and Jan, and Amanda, and Allen and Lynda, and loved cousin of Bryan, Louise, Nikki, Philippa, Michael, Rebecca, Charlotte and Rowan.
A brave warrior to the end.
Rest in peace.
A Memorial Service will be held for Cavin at a later date TBA.
WILSON, Maud (nee Maltby)
Passed away peacefully at Essie Summers Retirement Village, surrounded by her family, on April 24, 2023, aged 97 years. Loved wife of the late Raymond. Much loved mother of Karen; grandmother of Belinda and Victoria; and great-grandmother of Connor, Alex and Evelyn-Rose. Loved sister of Beryl and loving sister of her brothers and sisters.
“Faithful and sincere servant to God. May she rest in his arms forever.”
Special thanks to all the staff of Essie Summers for their exceptional care of Maud. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance and may be made online at https
O’DONNELL, Joan Grace (nee Millard)
2 April 1931 —23 April 2023
It is with saddened hearts that Maree and Stuart; Blair and Kate, Max, and Leo; Chloe and Campbell, Evelyn, and Lucia; announce the passing of their much-loved Mum, Nana, and Great-Nan. Joan was wife to the late Erlwyn, sister to the late Peg and Fred, sister-in-law, aunty, and friend to many. Our heartfelt thanks go to Rowena Jackson staff who have all given wonderful care over the years she lived there. Our special thanks to the staff in the O’Byrne Wing who gave exceptionally kind and compassionate care to Joan in her final tough battle. Thanks particularly to Dawn Acker. To Nigel and the staff at Avenal Park, we appreciate your kind and respectful care of Joan and our family at this time. Thank you also to Ann McDowall for taking Joan’s service. A private funeral was held at Joan’s request.
PALMER, William Robert (Bob, Bobby)
On April 25, 2023, peacefully at Masterton Hospital, in his 95th year. Loving husband to the late Helen Daisy (nee Gaskin). Treasured Dad to Geoffrey and Leslie, Blair and Betty, Nelson and Rosemary, and Elizabeth and Patrick. Loved grandad and great-grandad, brother, cousin, uncle, and a great friend to all. A private cremation has been held. A memorial service to celebrate Bob’s life will be held at a later date.
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TAYLOR, Warren Thomas
18 August 1927 —
22 April 2023
Warren passed away peacefully at George Manning Rest Home on Saturday evening; in his 96th year. The most loved husband of the late Nancy. Awesome Dad and father-in-law of Pru and Martyn, Murray and Derryn, and a very treasured and funny Pa of Henri and Claudia, Millie and Lewis and partners, and great-grandad of Freddy and Olly. Warren was born in Everard Street, Spreydon (as he’d say, born at Auntie’s) but spent most of his younger years on Huntsbury Hill. He attended Technical College before embarking on a lengthy career in menswear or the Rag Trade as he called it. Nance and Warren retired to Greta Valley where they lived life to the fullest and made many friends. School holidays with Granny and Pa were always fun creating many fond memories for the grandkids. Warren was one of life’s true gentlemen - a racing, rugby and beer bloke with a whisky chaser - you can’t fly on one wing! He would tell the most wonderful stories with many a witty ditty to boot but the Tote has finally closed. Thank you to the lovely staff at George Manning who cared for Warren in his later years. Messages to the Taylor family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A private cremation has been held.
EDWARDS, John ‘Garth’
On Sunday, April 23, 2023, in Nelson, in his 82nd year. Adored soulmate to Margaret, cherished by his children Charles, Meredith and son-in-law Karl. Much loved brother to Patricia, and Gary. Loved for his warmth and sense of fun, especially as Grandpop to grandsons Garth, Zack, Samuel, and Ethan. Will be hugely missed for the love, kindness, generosity and spirit he brought into this world.
A true gentleman and friend to many.
A private family celebration of his life has been held.
JONES, Clayton Robert
July 3, 1940
Peacefully hung up his nail bag for the final time on Monday, April 17, 2023 in the presence of family. Devoted partner of the late Beverley Evans and friend for life to the mother of "his boys" Elvera (nee Frye). Loving and loved father and father-in-law, and continual font of wisdom and knowledge, to Darryl and Helen, Brendon, and Craig and Claire. Adored southern grandad and kite flying king to Sebastian, Brooke, Jake, Kathryn, and Jacqui. Son of the late Mabel and Robert, and legendary prank playing brother and brother-in-law to Russell (Trussy Boy) and Valerie, and to siblings Kay and Ray (both deceased). And, an endless source of "family yarns" to his nieces and nephews. As per his wishes, Clayton was cremated privately and will be celebrated with a family memorial service. The family wish to thank the staff of Clare House and the Southland Hospice for their care and support. Messages may be sent to PO Box 428, Alexandra 9340.
LEWER, Rosalie Patricia (Rose) (nee Eder)
Of Feilding, passed away peacefully on Tuesday 25th April 2023, in her 82nd year. Dearly loved wife for just shy of 60 years to Peter. Loving mother of Tanya, Nathan and Kelly. Dearly loved foster mother of many, a loving and adored Nana to Jasmine, George, Helena, Darnesha, Jessica and Jayden, Max, Theo, Noah, and Kristen. A much loved Great-Nana to her 8 great-grandchildren, and a treasured sister, aunty and sister-in-law. A service for Rose will be held at Feilding Funeral Chapel, 282 Kimbolton Rd, Feilding, on Monday 1st May 2023 at 2.00pm.
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PARK, John Henry (Jack)
25.06.1926 — 22.04.2023
It is with great sadness we advise that our beloved father, Jack, passed away at home, aged 96 years. He joins his beloved late wife Lois on their 73rd wedding anniversary. Much loved eldest son of the late Robert and Gladys Park (deceased), brother of Laurie and Bruce (both deceased), and Jeanette Papps. Much loved father of Ricky, Peter (deceased), Dene Edwards, Mary-Anne Mead, and Robyn (deceased). Loved Grandad to his 12 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. A celebration of Jack’s life will be held on Wednesday, May 3, at 1.00pm, at the Pohara Boat Club, Golden Bay. Friends and family are welcome.
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