RAPLEY, Donald Wallace
(former senior lecturer of Christchurch Teachers College). Passed peacefully, with his family at his side, on June 19, 2023, at Christchurch Hospital. Loved eldest son of the late Eldon and Dorothy Rapley, brother and brother-in-law of Lynne and Keith, Ian (dec), Neil (dec), Catherine and Peter, and Marion (dec), proud father and father in-law of Allen and Tracey, and Michelle, and soulmate of Jan Elliott. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Donald Rapley, c/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. The Funeral Service for Don will be held in our Avonpark Chapel, corner Kerrs and Pages Roads, Linwood, on Friday, June 23, at 2.30pm, private cremation thereafter.
CHITTOCK, Allan Leslie (Chubby)
Peacefully, surrounded by family, at Clutha Views Lifecare and Village, Balclutha, on Monday, June 19, 2023. Dearly loved husband of Diane for 55 years, loved Dad of Kelvin (Waikoikoi), Sharon and
Gary Montgomery (Sydney), Lyndon and Jaimee (Waikoikoi), and special Grandad to Taysha and Lydah. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Norma and the late Brian Sherborne (Dunedin). As per Chubby’s wishes private cremation will take place. A service will be held at a later date. Special thanks to the staff at Clutha Views for their great support and care of Chubby. Messages to 56 Frank Street, Gore 9710.
STANDISH, Garth
Passed away peacefully at Palmerston North Hospital on Sunday 18 June 2023, aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband of Olive for 69 years. Respected and loved father and father-in-law of Jane and Stu Greenfield, David and Karen, Glyn and Maureen, Christine and Paul Standish-Currie, Robin and Clifford Ashby, and Jennifer and Murray Nessling. Loved Granddad and great-Granddad of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A service for Garth will be held at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Monday 26 June 2023 at 1.00pm. Thanks to Westella Rest Home and Palmerston North Hospital staff for their loving care of Garth. Messages can be sent to the Standish family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.
SHANNON, David George (Davey, Hoolie)
Of Eketahuna. Davey passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Masteron Hospital on Sunday 18th June 2023. Aged 78 years. Beloved husband of the late Trisha, dearly loved Dad of Catherine, Patsy, Robert and Abegael. Adoring Grandad of Vanessa, David, and Joseph. Loved Daddy of the Grandie Fur babies, Blue, Tara, and Chelsea. Loved brother, brother-in-law, and uncle. A funeral service for David will be held at the Eketahuna Community Hall, Eketahhuna, on Monday 26th June 2023, at 1pm, followed by interment at the Eketahuna Cemetery. All messages to the Shannon Family C/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.
SCHAAPVELD, Elaine May
Passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital on Monday, June 19, 2023, aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Gerry. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul and Robynn, Robin and Jayne, Stephanie, Philip and Leeanne. Much loved Nana of Letitia, Joshua, Jamie, Tayla, Makenzi, Adam, and Ena. Loved great-Nana of Tia, Lola, Ari and Sadie. Loved niece of Trixie. Messages to the Schaapveld family, c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. A Celebration of Elaine’s life will be held at the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, on Friday, June 23, 2023 at 4.00pm, followed by a private cremation.
EVANS, Bernadette Ada (Benny)
Of Feilding. On Sunday 18 June 2023, aged 89 years. Beloved spouse of the late Arthur Leonard Evans for 66 years. Mother to four wonderful sons Bruce, Wayne (deceased), Duncan, and Craig. Mother-in-law to Debra, Dianne, Sonia, Cherie, and Cathy. Grandmother to 11 grandchildren and great-grandmother to 25 great-grandchildren. Sister to the late Colleen and late Kevin, Terry and Phillis, the late Victor and Kate, Paul and Shaaron, Christine, Mark and the late Gail, Janneen and John. A service for Benny will be held at William Cotton & Sons Funeral Chapel, 29 Beattie Street, Feilding, on Friday 23 June 2023 at 1.00pm, followed by interment at Feilding Cemetery. For those unable to attend, the service will be live streamed at www.williamcotton.co.nz...
CHALMERS, Robert (Bruce)
With deep sadness we announce the passing of Bruce on Monday, June 19 2023; aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Loma, much loved father and father-in-law of Don, Noelene and Paul, Heather and Terry Cope, Christopher, and the late Shane, a very much loved Grandad and great-Grandad. Loved son of the late George and Jean, loved brother of Chum, Fergus, the late Jimmy, and the late Geordie, a much loved uncle.
“Will be dearly missed”
A service to celebrate Bruce’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill, on Saturday, June 24 at 11.00am, interment to follow at the Eastern Cemetery. Messages to 76 Dipton Street, Invercargill 9812.
NIEBORG, Janet Michelle
Passed suddenly on Sunday 18th June 2023. Loved wife of Paul, mother of Maia and Tyler. Daughter of Alan and Mary Craig. Sister of Andrea. Sister-in-law of John & Debbie, Kay & Owen, Keith & Donna and Shirley & Phil. Will be deeply missed by all her family. A service for Janet will be held at Harbour City Funeral Home Chapel, 665 High Street, Lower Hutt, on Friday 23rd June, at 11.00am.
CLARKE, Helen Mary (nee Walter)
Peacefully at Hilda Ross on 20 June 2023, aged 77 years. Dearly loved wife of Lloyd for 54 years. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Michelle & Antony, Walter & Fi, Alan & Caroline, Steven & Amanda, and Anita & Tahi. Adored Grandma to her 14 grandchildren. Funeral details to be advised.
OWEN, John Charles
Formerly of Guy Avenue, Palmerston North, on Friday 2nd June 2023, peacefully at Palmerston North Manor, in his 93rd year. Dearly loved husband of Brenda, much loved dad to David and Michael, and father-in-law to Emma and Phillipa. Loved Grandad of Jessica and Great-Grandad to Nathanial, Sebastian, and Genevieve.
May he rest in peace.
A service for John will be held on Thursday 22nd June, 10.30am, at the Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North.
CROSSAN, Jesse Luke
As the result of an accident on Friday, June 16, 2023. Jesse, aged 34 years, was dearly loved, and will be missed by, his partner Hannah McKenzie, mother and father Julia McGrath and Peter Crossan, brother and sisters Daniel, Hannah, Melissa and Sophia, nieces Scarlett and Cleo, and nephew Jack, stepfather Guy Stewart and stepmother Keri Crossan, and to all of those that he was such a good best mate. Please send messages to Jesse’s family, C/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145.In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Jesse, to Dogwatch Sanctuary Trust, account 03-0814-0175483-00 would be appreciated. A service to celebrate Jesse’s life will be held in the Ferry Park Chapel, at 297 Ferry Road, on Friday, June 23, 2023 at 2.30pm. There will be a private cremation afterwards.
FRASER, Jean Irene
Passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023. Aged 93. Dearly loved wife of the late Hector. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Sue and Donald Aubrey. Dearly loved Nana of Phillipa, Robert, Gerald, and David, and her 9 great-grandchildren. The Funeral Service for Jean will be held at St Philips & All Saints Church, 124 Luxmore Road, Timaru, on Monday, June 26, at 1.00pm.
TAIATINI, Rehuata (George)
7 June 1948 — 19 June 2023
Reg no. K396690 Cpl
Bernice Taiatini would like to inform you of the passing of Rehuata ‘George’ Taiatini. Husband, Dad, Koro, uncle, old Koro. A service for George will be held at Foxton RSA, TODAY (Wednesday 21st June) at 9.30am.
At ease soldier, your tour
is complete.
FOSTER, Robin Owen
Unexpectedly at home on Sunday, 18 June 2023, aged 66. Dearly loved husband of Winnie (deceased). Loved Dad of Kylie and Neil, and Tracy and Gargz. Step-dad of Craig, and Kris and Treacy. Adored Grandad of Olivia, Amber, and Duqe. In preference to flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice Taranaki. Messages to the Foster family may be left on Robin’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/robin. A service to celebrate Robin’s life will be held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel, 174 Lemon Street, New Plymouth, on Monday, 26 June 2023, at 10
CHRISTIE, Trevor Alan
Peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on Monday, June 19, 2023. Loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and uncle. A service will be held at the Alive Church, High Street, Motueka, 1.00pm, Friday, June 23, 2023.
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