JOHNSON, Marion Ann
On April 11, 2023, dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Arthur & Tina, Ngaire Lawson (dec), Tom (dec), Rae McAlees (dec), Eric & Judy, Dorothy Turner, Brian, and Graeme & Leonie.
Will be sadly missed by all her family
FURZE, Beryl Irene (nee Targett)
Passed away peacefully after a short illness on 13 April 2023 at Waikato Hospital, aged 81 years. Loved wife of Fred (deceased), mother to Angela, Rosalie, Lloyd and Vincent (deceased), mother-in-law to Garry and Kevin, adored grandmother to Aron, Ryan Irene, Ethan and Emily, great-grandmother to Benson. Loved and cherished by extended family. Funeral will be held at Alexandra House Chapel, 570 Alexandra Street, Te Awamutu, on Friday, 21 April at 11.00am, followed by burial at the Te Awamutu Cemetery. All communications to the Furze Family, c/- PO Box 137, Te Awamutu 3840.
Te Awamutu Funeral Services, FDANZ.
CARTER, Kaylene Sandra
It is with a broken and heavy heart that we let family and friends know our beautiful mum has passed away, on Thursday, April 13, 2023. Kaylene was a dearly loved wife of Bernie, and much loved mother of Donna, and Daniel, and loved Nan of Kayden, Eleanor and Nathaniel. A service for Kaylene will be held in J Fraser and Sons’ Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, at 1.00pm on Friday, April 21, followed by a private interment. Messages to 56 Kew Road, Invercargill, or to Kaylene’s tribute page at www.frasersfunerals.co.nz...
BALE, Ernest Graham
Passed away peacefully in Waikanae on Wednesday 12th April 2023, aged 94 years. Dearly loved by extended family and friends. A service to celebrate Ernest’s life will be held at Cedarwood, 17 Parata Street, Waikanae on Thursday 27th April 2023 at 11
GAINSFORD, Bryan Kenneth
On Monday, April 10, 2023, peacefully at George Manning Lifecare, aged 97 years. Deeply loved husband of the late Margaret, much loved father of Ruth, Stephen (dec), Joanna (dec) and Megan. Treasured granddad to David, Leith, Stephanie, Alice, Ben, Ruby, Sarah, and Callum. Great-granddad of Eden, Sophie, Max, and Aria. Beloved father-in-law of Ross, Marcus, Michael, Bernie, Annie, Brigid and Marion. Messages to the family of Bryan Gainsford, C/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. A celebration of Bryan’s life will take place at Cashmere Presbyterian Church, 2 MacMillan Ave, Christchurch, on Monday, April 17, 2023 at 11.00am.
WILSON, Evette May
Suddenly on March 26, 2023. Aged 53. Loved daughter of Geoff (Burnham), Evelyn (Winton). Loved partner of Shayne. Loved mother of Eryan, Xavia and Kado. Loved sister of Brett and Donna. Loved friend of Jean. A service has already been held. Evette who had a lovely kind bubbly nature will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.
FORDE, William Francis
Loved son-in-law of Maisie and Bill Reid (Gibston/Cromwell). Brother-in-law of Johnny and Carol Reid (Dunedin). Gladys and Norm Cottrell (Motueka), Kevin* and Marina Reid (Athol). Margie and Frank* Sanders (Timaru). Loved Uncle of all his nieces and nephews.
Sadly, missed by all who knew him.
GLASS, Cohen James
Died April 11, 2023. Much loved son of Jan England and Julian Glass (deceased). Much loved brother of Fletcher, Nelson and Julian.
Rest In Peace Co.
Memorial service to be held at the Papanui Club, Sawyers Arms Road, on Wednesday, April 19 at 2.00pm.
SVENDSEN, Josie Delphene (Jo)
Of Feilding, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2023. Dearly loved wife of the late Alec Svendsen, loved Mum, Granny and great-granny of Paul and Fiona Svendsen, Lynne Connor, Kristin, Logan, Alex, Cathy and Lukas. Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Jo’s life at William Cotton & Sons Funeral Chapel, 29 Beattie Street, Feilding on Tuesday April 18, 2023 at 11.00am, followed by private cremation. Our heartfelt thanks to the staff at Ranfurly Residential Care Centre for their loving care of Jo over the past seven years. For those unable to attend, Jo’s service will be live-streamed on her tribute page at www.williamcotton.co.nz...
WILLIAMSON, Kenneth John
Peacefully passed away at home on April 13, 2023. Aged 64 years. Much loved son of John and the late Barbara. Loved brother of the late Johnny, Dianne, Debbie and Grant. A special thanks to the staff at 159 Milton St for their love and care over the years. A private cremation has been held. Messages to Debbie Sparks, 286 Millmicks Line, RD 2, Palmerston North 4472.
THIBODEAU, Cheryl Ann (nee Peters)
Passed away peacefully after a long battle, at Nelson Hospital, on April 12, 2023, aged 48 years. Loved and cherished fiancee of Mark. Devoted mother of Kaitlyn, and Oliver. Adored daughter of Ngaire, and Bob. Loved sister of Julie, and Karen and granddaughter of Wyn. A much loved aunty and friend who will be missed by many. Special thanks to all the medical personal for the care and support given to Cheryl throughout her journey. In lieu of flowers, donations may be left at the service for Cheryl’s chosen charities. A memorial service to celebrate Cheryl’s life will be held at Hope Gardens of the World, 95 Clover Road East, Hope, on Monday, April 17, at 3.00pm. Messages to the Thibodeau Family, c/- 24 Champion Road, Richmond, Nelson 7020.
CREIGHTON, Helen Isabel (nee Bogie)
On April 12, 2023, peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, with family by her side. Loving and devoted wife of the late Stuart, cherished mum and mother-in-law of Sharyn and Steve, Geoff and Sue, and Andrea and Dave. Loved Nana of Jessica, Alex, Jarrod, Hayden, Jay, Sam, and Megan. Precious sister of Jan and her family in Melbourne, a loved sister-in-law of Carol, and a dearly loved aunt and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Helen Creighton, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers donations to Nurse Maude Hospice would be appreciated and may be made directly online at
HOLDEM, Sharon Margaret(nee Sharpe)
Sharon passed peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family after a short illness, aged 75 years, on April 8, 2023. Loving wife, friend and soulmate of Les for 57 years, and loved mother and mother-in-law of Ricky, Fiona, Lisa, Shayne, Tabitha, and Nathan, loved Grandma of Micayla, Bethany, Briar, Devon, Tegan, Judie, and Jamie, and great-grandmother to 9, and a loyal friend to many. A private family goodbye at Sharon’s request has been held.
SMITH, Eugene Earl
Died suddenly on Sunday, 9 April 2023 at home, aged 55 years. Much loved son of Robert ‘Bob’ Smith (deceased) and Carol & Ross Hamilton. Loved eldest brother and brother-in-law of Jason, Anton & Tristan and Melanie & Peter. Father of Annalise, Daryl and grandad of 3.
"Favourite Uncle to many."
A celebration of Eugene’s life will be held in Cornwall Manor, cnr Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt on Monday, 17 April 2023 at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation.
HORGAN, Maria Frances
Peacefully at Nelson Hospital on April 8, 2023, following a brief illness. Dearly loved daughter of Joan and the late Allan Horgan (Nelson). Much loved respected sister of Jeanette and Barry Robertson, Kay and the late Neil McDowell, Brian and Nicole, and Colleen and Kelvyn Coffey. Loving and proud auntie of all her nieces and nephews. A caring member of her extended family, and loyal and valued friend. A requiem mass will be celebrated at St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Songer St, Stoke on Monday, April 17, 2023 commencing at 12 Midday.
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