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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PARK, John William

Passed away peacefully on 16 June 2023 at Foxbridge Resthome, Hamilton, aged 96 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Betty Park, cherished father of Gaylene, Julee, Mark, and Mareese. Adored granddad of Mathew, Ghislaine, Brianna, Courtney & Lachlan, great-grandfather of Violet, Sonny, Moe, Betty & Alessia. The Service for John will be held at Simply Funerals Waikato on Saturday, 24th June 2023 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation. All communications, please, to Simply Funerals, PO Box 10356, Te Rapa, Hamilton 3242.

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HARTLEY, Mary

20.7.1930 — 17.06.2023
Left this world peacefully, in her 92nd year. Mother of Allan, and grandmother to Preston and Tayla.
You are back with dad now mum.
Deep condolences from her sister Pat in the UK, separated by time and distance. Sincere thanks to the wonderful staff at Rhapsody.
Rest in peace mum.
a simple cremation & burials
Ph 0800 236 236

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DURANTE, Stefano Wayne

Of Foxton. Passed away at Palmerston North Hospital on Wednesday 14th June 2023, aged 69 years. Dearly loved son of Lorenzo and Doreen (deceased). Brother of Denis, Allan and Tracey (deceased). Uncle to Georgina, Leticia, Scarlett and Harley. A service to celebrate Stefano’s life will be held at The Funeral Home, 545 Queen Street East, Levin, on Thursday 22nd June at 12.30pm. Any messages can be sent to info@icmark.co.nz

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WHITE, Derrick William

Passed away peacefully at Gracelands Hospital Care Retirement Centre on Saturday 17th June 2023, aged 96 years. Dearly loved and devoted husband of Gwen for 71 years. Adored father of Murray and Sian (Hastings), Alison and Rob Green (Palmerston North), Graeme and Alison (Nelson) and Susan and Kaz Hosokawa (Napier). A very much-loved grandfather of 10 and great-grandfather to 13. Loved son of Doug and May White, and brother to Bev (dec), Doug (dec), Pam (dec), Jill, Lenore (dec), Anne, Robin and Brian. A service for Derrick will be held at St. Francis Church, Ferry Rd, Clive, at 2.00pm on Thursday 22nd June 2023. A special thanks to the staff at Gracelands for their care of Derrick. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St John’s Ambulance or Lowe Corporation Rescue Helicopter.

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DICKINSON, Leslie Grant (Les)

(1931 — 2023)
Passed away on Sunday morning 18 June 2023, at St Kilda Care Home. Aged 91. Loved husband of the late Desma. Much loved by his children Andrea, David & Kathrine, and grandsons Jack, George and Harry. All are welcome to attend the service to celebrate the life of Les, on Friday, 23 June, at 11.00am in the Matamata Club, Rawhiti Rm, Rawhiti Ave. Followed by a private cremation for Les and his pipe. For those unable to attend, the service will be live streamed, please to refer to Watersons web site for the link. All communications c/- the Dickinson family 6 Tamihana St, Matamata.

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SIMPSON, William (Len)

Peacefully at Hilda Ross on 19 June 2023, surrounded by family, aged 73 years. A dearly loved father, grandfather, and brother.
Old plumbers never die...
they just go down the drain.
All messages to the Simpson Family, c/- PO Box 4449, Hamilton 3247. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of Len’s life to be held at Hamilton Park Chapel, 395 Morrinsville Road, Newstead, on Friday 23 June 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by his burial in the Oak Lawn.

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MACKEY, Glynne Margaret(nee Tunnicliffe)

On June 18, 2023, peacefully at home, aged 71 years. Dearly loved wife of Oscar Alpers, and adored mother and mother-in-law of Joanne and Michael, Patria and Fraser, Kathryn and Tom, treasured Grandma of Harriet, Dylan, Max, Hugo, George and Charlie, and beloved sister and sister-in-law of Kay, Malcolm, Ron and the late Lindsey.
Always so loving, thoughtful and kind, what beautiful memories you leave behind.
In lieu of flowers, donations to either KidsCan or UNICEF are appreciated. Messages to the family may be addressed to Glynne Mackey, c/- Hope Funerals Christchurch, 27 Amyes Rd, Hornby, Christchurch 8042. Glynne’s Funeral Service will be held at the Hope Chapel, 27 Amyes Road, on Thursday, June 22, at 1.00pm.

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JAMIESON, PatriciaLorne (Patsy) (nee Kerr)

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Patsy on June 17, 2023, at Ashburton. Much loved wife of the late Jimpy. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Colin and Christa, and Russell. Dearly loved and devoted Nana to Charlotte, and Hannah. Sister and sister-in-law to John and Kate, Denise, Maxine and Eddie, Bev, Pam and Chris, Lindsay (dec) and Paddy, Allie and Murray (dec), and Denise and Hugh. Loving aunt and great-aunt to all her nieces and nephews and their families, and dear friend and cousin to many.
Sadly missed and so fondly remembered.
Messages to the Jamieson family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be left at the service. For those wishing to attend, the interment will be at Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery on Friday, June 23, commencing at 10.00am, followed by a memorial service to celebrate Patsy’s life to be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, commencing at 11.00am.

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HARRIS, Tania Elaine

Passed away suddenly on 15th June 2023 at home after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by her family. Cherished & adored best friend and wife of Geoff Gilfedder, much loved youngest daughter of John & Barbara. Dearly loved sister, aunty & friend to all.
May you rest in peace.
A celebration of Tania’s life will be held Saturday, 24th June 2023, at Pemberton, 210 Tosswill Road, Prebbleton at 3pm followed by refreshments. In line with Tania’s generous nature & in lieu of flowers, donations will be collected for Tania’s favourite charities. All welcome, dress in bright colours!

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RILEY, Vilma Dorothy

Born 4 June 1927 in Plymouth, UK, passed away peacefully at Paraparaumu on 16 June 2023, aged 96. Loved wife of James (dec) and dearest mother and mother-in-law of Paul and Sue. Sister to Leslie, Barry, Terry (all dec) and sister-in-law of Pat and Nancy. Loved aunty and great-aunt. Enormous thanks to the wonderful staff at Toe Toe Ward, Millvale Lodge, Lindale, who cared for her during her last months. Vilma emigrated to NZ at the age of 80 and enjoyed her new friends, families and this country. A service for Vilma will be held at the Kapiti Crematorium Chapel, Valley Road, Paraparaumu, on Thursday 22 June 2023. Those wishing to attend please contact Paul for details on 021 026 12700 or email besidetheseaside5@gmail.com

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WELLWOOD, Danielle

Passed away peacefully on 17th June 2023 surrounded by loved ones. She was a loving Mum to Luca, daughter of Steve and Joyce, partner of Jamie, beloved sister of Kim and Jessica, and granddaughter to Maureen. A celebration of Danielle’s life will be held at the Karori Cemetery Main Chapel on Thursday 22nd June at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation. An afternoon tea will be held at Zealandia at 2.45pm. She will be dearly missed by us all.
Lychgate Funerals
FDANZ 04 385 0745
www.lychgate.co.nz...

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LASH, RichardJohn (Dick)

Of Foxton. Passed away 17 June 2023, aged 82 years. Loved father and Pop of Cushla & Craig, Melissa & Zachary; Phillip & Katie, Mason, Miller & Pippa; Kelly, Samara & Bella; Rebecca & Dwayne, Luke, Kaity & Mitchell. Son of Harold & Muriel Lash (both deceased). Brother to Nancy & Wally (both deceased), Elaine (deceased) & John and Neville & Liz. A service will be held for Dick at 10.00am, on Friday 23 June 2023, at The Funeral Home, 545 Queen Street, Levin. Donations to the Cancer Society, in lieu of flowers.

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BRAITHWAITE, Graham George

Peacefully at home on Sunday, June 18, 2023, aged 85 years. Beloved husband of Muriel for 63 years. Loved father of Allen and Robyn, and Ian. Loved Grandad of Josie and Ethan, Matthew and Libby, Zoe and Richard, George, Jack and Tessa and Great-Grandad of Thomas. Loved oldest son of the late George and Hazel Braithwaite. Loved brother of Robert*, Coral*, Lorraine, Ngaire, Noeline, Douglas*, John, Glenys, and Gordon* and loved brother-in-law of Sylvia. A service to celebrate Graham’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, on Friday, June 23, at 1.00pm, the service will conclude with the interment
at the Eastern Cemetery. Messages to 40 White Street, Newfield, Invercargill 9812.

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FOWLER, David Anthony

Died peacefully on June 18th, 2023, at the Hilda Ross Retirement Village, Hamilton; Aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of Juliet for 56 happy years. Much loved father of Alana, father-in-law of Ray and grandfather of Jasper and Ruben. All correspondence to the ‘Fowler Family’ C/- 717 Grey Street, Claudelands, Hamilton 3216. A private farewell will be held.

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BEADLE, Donald Vernon (Don)

Of Feilding. Passed away unexpectedly at home on 18th June 2023, in his 84th year. Beloved husband of the late Polly. Much loved father of David (Puku) and Monica, Linda and Rangi Rata, and Shayne. Much loved grandad of Stacey, and Mere; Christall, Jacob (dec), Hannah, and David; Whitney, Dan, Brianna, Mayghan, and Mitchell, and his many adored great-mokopuna. A friend to all. A service for Don will be held at William Cotton & Sons Funeral Chapel, 29 Beattie Street, Feilding, on Saturday 24th June 2023 at 11.00am. For those unable to attend, the service will be livestreamed at www.williamcotton.co.nz... Messages to the Beadle family, c/o 29 Beattie Street, Feilding 4702.

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