MARSH, Shirley
Peacefully at home with her family on Sunday 16 April 2023. Dearly loved wife of Bill for 64 years. Very much loved Mum of Philip and Sue, Anthea and Phil Roberts, Paul and Sharon, and Jo and Warren Garrett. Treasured Nana of Simon, Adam and Nicole; Lauren and Simon; Luke and Courtney, Ben and Sarah; Carl, Monique and Matt; and great-grandchildren Carter; and Brodie. In preference to flowers please consider a donation to NP Citizens Advice Bureau (account number
15-3953-0505116-02 reference S Marsh). Messages for Shirley’s family may be sent c/- 172 Lemon Street, Strandon, New Plymouth. According to Shirley’s wishes a private farewell has been held.
EAST, Robyn Leslie (previously Bell) (nee Fox)
On April 15, 2023, peacefully in Wellington, aged 77 years. A Cantabrian at heart. Dearly loved sister of Stuart Fox and Chris Fox, and sister-in-law of Sue Fox. Adored mother of Pamela Bell and James (Jimmy) Bell, and mother-in-law of Rachel Campbell. Much loved Nana to Sophie, Tessa, Lucas and Amelia. In lieu of flowers, donations to Dementia Wellington, PO Box 39393, Wellington Mail Centre, Lower Hutt 5045. Special thanks to Dr Jill Shepherd, Dementia Wellington, and the caring staff at Rita Angus.
SMITH, Kay Frances (nee Caldwell)
On Friday, February 5, 2023, in Australia. Kay died aged 86. She leaves behind husband Harry and daughter Victoria. Kay was the second daughter of Marj and Larry Caldwell, and was a sister to Julie and Maxine. A funeral was held in Australia on February 20, and on Anzac Day, Kay’s ashes will join her parents in the columbarium at St Martin’s Church, 50 Lincoln Road at 2.00pm. Messages to Maxine at 03 942-9956.
BERKETT, Heather (nee Hawken)
Passed away at Woodlands on April 17, 2023. Loved mother of Rachel and Greg Kerr, Stuart (dec) and Colleen, Christine, Wendy and Mark Scholfield. Grandma to Joss, Lily, Jacob and Imogen. Sister of Mary (dec), Iain, Claire (dec) and Ray. At Heather’s request no funeral service will be held. A private cremation has taken place.
MOSELY, Edward George (Ted)
WW2 Naval Veteran 1941-1945
Atlantic/Pacific Theatres
On April 18, 2023, aged 101 years. Dearly loved husband for 70 years of the late Joyce, loved father and father-in-law of the late Patricia Bainbridge, Pauline and David Bennison (Canberra), and Judy. Dear surviving brother of Ian, and sisters-in-law Bev, and Lorraine. Loved granddad of Paul and Janine Mills, Angela Mills, Andrew (Willie) and Karyn Bainbridge, Victoria and Keith Langley, Jock Bennison (Canberra), Nancy Bennison and Edward Eyers (Canberra), and Jessie and Peter Bakker (New York). Loved Grandad of his great-grandchildren Aimee, and Claudia Mills; Millie, Thomas, and Flynn Bainbridge; Ben, and Ruby Langley; and James, Oscar, and Louis Eyers. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Ted Mosely, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. Ted’s Funeral Service will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Monday, April 24, at 10.00am, private cremation thereafter.
BALLANCE, Queenie Amy
QSM
Life member of Nelson Branch of National Council of Women. Recipient of Old Blue Award from Forest and Bird. Died April 16, 2023. Much loved wife of the late Peter Ballance. Greatly missed by her children and partners
FOWLER, Seniele Selena (Sally)
On April 15, 2023, died suddenly at her home, aged 76 years. Loved wife of Barry, and remembered by her many friends. Messages to 13 Hospital Road, Blenheim 7201, or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz... A graveside gathering for Sally will be held at the Omaka Cemetery on Monday, April 24, at 10.00am.
NEWPORT, Norman Charles (Charlie)
231601, LCPL, 1RNZIR.
At home on April 16, 2023. Loved and loving husband of Jan, father of Sandie, and Angela (Brisbane). Grandfather of Emma, Ashleigh, Jakob and Logan Bennett; Grace and Louis Tobin (Brisbane); also great-grandfather of Isla and Harlan.
A businessman, power boater, classic bike rider, classic car driver, and rabbit breeder now at rest.
A Memorial Service for Charlie will be held at “Stonehaven” Chapel, 10 Peel St, Waipukurau, on Monday, April 24 at 11.00am. No flowers (or bike bits) by request, but bikers please wear leathers. For livestream details please email funeral@chbfs.co.nz Messages may be sent to
MAXWELL, Graham Thomas (Bones)
3.3.1956 — 16.4.2023
Graham passed away surrounded by love at Timaru Hospital on Sunday, April 16, 2023. Dearly loved son of May and the late Ian Maxwell. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Ronnie and Mary, Carolyn, Stephen and Helen, Allan, Dianne and Adam, and Heather (dec). Lovingly and fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews and their families. A Memorial Service will be held at 11.00am at the Southland Tavern, Ellis Road, Invercargill, on Sunday, April 23.
WATT, Valmai Jean
On April 18, 2023, aged 85 years. Loved wife of the late Gordon. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Mark, Michelle and David, Christopher and Lynn, Cherie and Jason and adored Nana to Svar, Rosa, Kristika, Logan and Kaysha. Treasured sister and aunty of the Neilson family, a very special lady. In accordance with Valmai’s wishes, a private cremation and family gathering will take place.
CONNELL, Robert David (Bob)
On 19 April 2023, peacefully at home in Te Puke. Dearly loved partner of Janis, and much loved son of Gilbert (dec) and Marion, and father to Michael and James. Loved grandad of his 4 grandchildren, and his brothers David and Bruce, and sisters Jocelyn and Diane. Adored uncle of his many nephews and nieces. In accordance with Bob’s wishes, a private cremation is to be held. A celebration of Bob’s life will be held Saturday 6 May at his home in Te Puke from 1.00pm. Communications to the Robert Connell Family, C/- PO Box 3136, Tauranga 3142.
KENNETH, Pattrick McNatty (Ken)
8th September 1944
- 9th April 2023
Beloved husband of Rosemary, father of Dan, Shannon, Alan and Matthew and brother of Colin and Merv. Scholar, climber, runner and adventurer. Passed away doing what he loved walking the Camino in Spain. A celebration of his life will be held on Monday the 24th of April at 1
MORRISS, Herbert St Clair (Herb)
Died on April 17, 2023, at Arvida St Albans Retirement Village, in his 90th year. Dearly loved husband of Jan for 64 years, much loved father and father-in-law of Lynda and the late Keith, Judy and Alan, Steph and Brend. Special Pop of Simon (deceased), and Kate; Anna and Lachie, Andrew and Brooke. Loving brother of Shirl, Barb, and Art (all deceased), Pam, and Richard (both of Blenheim).
Now peacefully at rest.
Special thanks to the staff at Christchurch Hospital, and St Albans Retirement Village for their thoughtful care and support. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Herbert Morriss, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Christchurch City Mission would be appreciated, and may be made online at www.citymission.org.nz.... A Celebration of Herb’s life will be held in St Albans Uniting Parish, 36 Nancy Avenue (off Innes Road), on Wednesday, April 26, at 2.00pm. Private cremation thereafter.
JOHNSTON, Richard Daniel (Hickey)
On April 19, 2023, peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband of Janet. Much loved father and father-in-law of Dianne and Peter Woodward (Feilding) and Lyn (Lynette) and Mike Hurst. Treasured Poppa of Chris, Ben, Tim and Olivia, and David; Bradley and Madi, Hayden and Grace, and Joshua, and great-Poppa to Lylah, Archie, and Henry. Messages to the Johnston family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A special thank you to Princes Court and Ashburton Hospital for their loving kind care they gave our Dad. A service to celebrate Richard’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Monday, April 24, commencing at 2.00pm, followed by interment at the Seafield Lawn Ashburton Cemetery.
JAY, Margaret (Margy)
On April 19, 2023, Margy passed away peacefully at Atawhai Rest Home, Taradale, Napier. Dearly loved wife of the late Arthur. Cherished Mum of Margy and the late Tom, Jenny and Dennis, and Nigel. Adored Nan to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A celebration of Margy’s life will be held in the Salvation Army Citadel, 56 Tait Drive, Greenmeadows, Napier, on Monday, April 24 at 11.00am. Messages to the Jay Family, C/- PO Box 439, Napier 4140.
“Always loved, never forgotten.”
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