Death Notices

A place to remember and celebrate the lives of those no longer with us

Recent Notices in New Zealand

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INGLIS, Margaret Dickson

Passed away suddenly on Monday, April 17, 2023.In her 91st year. Dearly loved wife of the late Charlie. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Lorraine Osborne and Denis McEntyre (Bannackburn), Sandra and the late Roger Inglis (Geraldine), Chris (Geraldine) and Steve and Karen Inglis (Cromwell). Adored Nana, great and great-great-Nana to all of her grandchildren. Messages for Margaret’s family may be posted to the Inglis family C/-186 Talbot Street, Geraldine 7930. The Service for Margaret will be held at St Andrews Presbyterian Church, Geraldine on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 1.30pm.

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BRIDGE, Peter John

On April 16, 2023, peacefully at Riverleigh Care Centre, Lower Hutt; Aged 78 years. Husband of Sue. Father of Dan and Sam. Grandad to 4 girls. A service to celebrate Peter’s life will be held in Cornwall Manor, Cnr of Knights Rd and Cornwall St, Lower Hutt, on Thursday, April 20 at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation. All messages to the “Bridge family”, C/- PO Box 30-127, Lower Hutt 5040.

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RIGG, Alan

On April 17, 2023, passed peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 82 years. Much loved Dad and father-in-law of Tracey and Eugen, and Lloyd and Ange. Loved Grandad of Danyell and Jake, Olivia, and Cody, and great-Grandad of Kailani and Azariah, dearly loved by siblings and family in England, and a great friend to many. Messages can be forwarded to the Rigg family, c/- PO Box 263, Kaiapoi 7644. A Memorial Service to celebrate Alan’s life will be held in the Harewood Crematorium Chapel, Wilkinsons Road, off Gardiners Road, on Friday, April 21, at 2.30pm.

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WATSON, Andrew Bruce Kemley (Andy)

On Saturday, April 15, 2023, unexpectedly in Blenheim. Aged 80 years. Much loved brother of Ruth Bell and the late Marion Norrie. Loved and respected uncle of his many neices and nephews. Messages may be sent to the Watson Family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 57240. A farewell service for Andy will be held at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 5 Henry Street, Blenheim, on Friday, April 21, at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.

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CANNELL, William David (David)

Passed away peacefully at Atawhai Assisi, Matangi, on 18 April 2023, aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Erin. Much loved father of Kevin & Diane, Sharon & Craig Donnelly, Denise Cannell. Treasured Poppa of Daniel & Sara-Jane, Gregory, Lauren & Mitchell, and great-Poppa of Madeleine and Zach. Thank you to the staff at Assisi for their awesome love and care of David. A Requiem Mass for David will be celebrated at the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Grey Street, Hamilton East, on Saturday 22nd April at 11.00am, followed by burial at Hamilton Park Cemetery, Newstead.

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McALLISTER, Jason Matthew (Jase)

Unexpectedly, due to a medical event, on April 14, 2023. Dearly loved son of Matthew and Kerry. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Stacey and Damien. Adored uncle of Jacob and Toby. A service to celebrate Jase’s life will be held at Aoraki Funeral Services Chapel, 160 Mountain View Road, Timaru, on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation. A livestream of the service is available, please email - office@aoraki.kiwi.nz or call on 6862148. In lieu of flowers, donations to Cardiac Kids Mid and South Canterbury would be greatly appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to

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ENGLISH, Tui Virginia

On April 17, 2023, peacefully at Kaikoura Hospital surrounded by her family, aged 97 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Lance and formerly the late Douglas. Much loved Mum of Helen Roddick, Gael Watson and the late Greg English. Loved Nana of Maria, David, Jo, Jason, Richard, Kathryn, Renee and Daniel. Loved Great-Nan and Great-Great-Nan. Messages to c/- PO Box 9, Blenheim 7240 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz.... In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Kaikoura Hospital Fund would be appreciated or may be made at the service. A Funeral Service for Tui will be held at the Harvest Life Church, Nelson Street, Blenheim on Friday, April 21 at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Fairhall Cemetery. The service will be recorded and may be viewed on the Cloudy Bay Funeral Services website.

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REID, Judith Ellen (Judy)

Sadly, passed away 15th April 2023. Dearly loved mum of the late Tony, Sean, Frankie, Judith and Keith. Dearly loved nana of Davina and Kelvin, Jarrod and Natalie, Corinne and Brad, Naylene, Teresa and Jefferey, Briana and Josh. Dearly loved great-nana of 13.
Rest in love.
Funeral service will take place at the Baptist Church, Wainuiomata Road, on Friday 21st April at 11.00am, followed by private cremation.

Haven Falls Funeral Home
Wellington
0800 428 365

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WAREHAM, Tony David

Peacefully in the presence of family at Palmerston North Hospital on Monday 17 April 2023, aged 55 years. Dearly loved soulmate of Leonie. Much loved Dad of Julia, Jessy and Meadow. Loved son of Nancy and the late Dave. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Shane and Ange, Paul, Nigel and Andrea. A much-loved Uncle to many and a mate to all. A service to celebrate Tony’s life will be held in William Cotton and Sons Funeral Chapel, 29 Beattie Street, Feilding, on Thursday 20 April 2023 at 11.00am, followed by interment at Rongopai Urupa, Rongopai Road (Pa Road), Awahuri, Feilding. Messages for the Wareham family may be left in Tony’s Tribute page

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BRETHERTON, Barry Ian

Sadly passed away on Saturday, after a long illness. Dearly loved son of the late Paul and Ethel. Much loved eldest brother of Pauline (dec), Philip, Janet (dec), and Judy. Loved uncle of his many nieces and nephews.
Always remembered, may he finally rest in peace.

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VAN EYK, Aaltje (Alie)

On April 18, 2023, passed away at Bupa Bethesda Care Home, after a courageous battle, with loved ones by her side, aged 69 years. Dearly loved wife of Cor. Special mum to Brenda. Special thanks to all the staff and management at Bethesda for the wonderful love, care and compassion given to Alie.
In lieu of flowers donations to NZ Spinal Trust would be appreciated and may be made online at

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FISHER, Martin James

20.3.1961 — 14.4.2023
Father of James, Henry, Harriet, Rosie and the late Margaret. A musician who could play anything, an ornithologist who could name any bird and a dendrophile who planted countless trees. Everyone’s perfect friend, our publican and our princess, he is deeply missed. All communications to Simply Funerals, PO Box 10356, Te Rapa, Hamilton 3242, New Zealand.

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O’SHEA, Barry Peter (Bazz)

Peacefully at Radius St Helena’s Care Home, Christchurch on Monday, April 17, 2023. Father of Dan, Jess, Elyse, Jodie, and Kaitlyn. Grandad to Reilly, and Lochlain. Brother of Dale, David, and Jackie. Grateful thanks to the staff at St Helena’s Care Centre for the care given to Bazz over the past months. In Accordance with Bazz’s wishes a private cremation will take place on Thursday. For anyone wishing to say farewell to Bazz, please contact Bell, Lamb & Trotter, Bazz will be available for visits Today (Wednesday) only. Messages may be addressed to the O’Shea Family, C/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145.

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BARNES, Doris Annette

On April 11, 2023, suddenly at home, aged 85. Devoted wife of the late Gavin, loved mother and mother-in-law of Lachlan and Barbara, BeverleyAnne and Mervyn Berry, treasured nana of Theresa, Shane, and Jeremy, great-nana of Jaxon, Thomas, Bethany, Ava, and Oliver and a loved sister and sister-in-law of Jim and Winsome Vass and the late Selwyn Vass. Special thanks to S.C. Hospice and Tracey (Forward Care). At mum’s request, a private family service has been held. Messages to 45 Morgans Rd, Timaru 7910.

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REAY, Shirley Ellen (nee Hooker)

Unexpectedly and peacefully at Coombrae Retirement Village, Feilding, on Friday 7 April 2023, aged 86 years. Loved wife of the late John. Much loved Mum and mother-in-law of John and Ruth, Sheryl and Terry, David and Brenda, Brent and Lynette. Loved by all her grandchildren John, Michael, Nicol, Tyler and Levi. According to Shirley’s wishes a private service has been held. Messages may be left on Shirley’s tribute page www.williamcotton.co.nz...

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