MANUEL, ‘Kana’ Tuakana Taringaroa Tangipo
On 17th June 2023 peacefully at Kenepuru Hospital, aged 77 years. Son of the late Ihaka and the late Hera Taukamo. Dearly loved brother of Joyce & Valerie, Raiha, David, Mereaira and Titihuia and the late Joey, Hona, Ngawhira, Tangiawha and Percy. Dearly loved husband of the late Janet Ngaia-Koni. Father of Deanne & Steven, Michael, Petera. Cherished Koro of Joshua, Taylah, Chardae, Keanu, Oscar & Jethro. Loved partner of Lorraine Brennan. Messages to the ‘Manuel family’ may be left in Kana’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted c/- PO Box 14-366, Kilbirnie, Wellington 6241. A service for Kana will be held at the Newtown Bowling Club, 303 Mansfield Road, Newtown, on Thursday 22nd June at 11.00am, thereafter a burial at Makara Cemetery at 2.00pm.
SUTHERLAND, Ruth
On 19 June 2023, at Lansdowne Park, Masterton. Aged 79. Dearly loved, treasured wife and soulmate of Rod for 59 years. Adored mother and mother-in-law of Jennifer and Dougall, Elizabeth and Kerry, Rachel and Craig. Much loved Nana Boat of Hamish, Danielle and Jack, and Nana Toot Toot of Nadine, Wade and Roanna. Step-grandmother of Tahuora, and Nana to Mouse. Loved sister of Helen (d), Martin (d), Yvonne, Barbara, Terry, and Beverley. Loved sister-in-law and Aunty to the Millard Ave Sutherland clan. A Service to celebrate Ruth’s life will be held at Rosewood, 415 Queen Street, Masterton on Friday, 23 June at 1
BLACKWELL, James Richard (Jim)
Of Palmerston North. On Friday 16th June 2023 peacefully at his home. Aged 89. Dearly loved and devoted husband of the late Mavis. Loved and treasured father and father-in-law of Christine, Sharyn and Neil, Martin (deceased), Shane and Claire. Much loved Grandad of Mandy, Liam (deceased), Aaron, Alex, and Will. Messages for the Blackwell Family, c/- PO Box 5191, Palmerston North 4441. A service to celebrate Jim’s life will be held in the Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Friday 23rd June 2023, at 1.00pm. Followed by cremation.
CORBETT Robin Lloyd
On June 17, 2023. Peacefully at home, Ashburton, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Joan. Special Godfather to Elspeth and Adam, and grandfather to Ruby (Canada). Loved brother-in-law of Pat and Lesley Deady, and Helen and Leo Moran, and their families. Special friend and cousin of the late Tom Corbett and all the extended family. Messages to Robin’s family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Donations to Ashburton St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Robin’s life will be held at St David’s Union Church, Allens Road, Ashburton, on Saturday, June 24, commencing at 11.30am, followed by interment at the Ashburton Seafield Lawn Cemetery.
WALTON, Barbara Edna (Barb)
Peacefully at home with her family on 18 June 2023, aged 83. She was the most loving and devoted wife to Richard (Dick), as he was husband to her. A gorgeous Mum to Brent, Kim and Brent, and a lovely sister and aunt to Jude, Todd, and Deane. She was a loved aunt to all the Waltons and an adored, fun-loving friend to so many. We extend sincere thanks to Arohanui Hospice, District nurses, Lavender Blue, and the staff of Ward 29 for providing such admirable care. Barbara will be cremated, and her wishes are for a private gathering at a later date. Messages can be sent to 48 Jickell St, Palmerston North.
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WILSON, Robert Scott McGregor(Bob)
Peacefully at Jean Sandel Retirement Village on 18th June 2023, aged 94 years. Dearly loved husband of Lynn (nee Hamlin) and Joyce (nee Coxhead, dec). Loved father and father-in-law of George (Perth), Hugh and Ruth (Inglewood), Jeanne & Paul Veitch (Tauranga), Sue and Ian Fountain (Mt Roskill), Anne & Steve Rose (Waikanae). Much loved Poppa of Lydia, Bethany, Hannah, Jemimah and Bob to Michael & Johanna, Alex & Gabe. Great-granddad of Archie, Molly, Felix, Hendrix, Charlotte, and Jovi. Grateful thanks to Dr Jenkins and the staff at Jean Sandel SCU and hospital for their loving care of Bob. All messages to "The Wilson Family" c/o Lynn Wilson, 76/71 Barrett Road, New Plymouth 4310, or online at wabraham.co.nz/notices In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Alzheimers Taranaki, who supported Lynn and provided so much enjoyment for Bob.
A celebration of Bob’s life will be held in The Chapel of W. Abraham, 366 Devon St East, New Plymouth, on Thursday 22nd June at 11.00am, followed by a private family interment.
SISSON, Shirley May
On June 16, 2023, aged 92 years. Loved wife of the late Richard Sisson, and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Ann and Jack, Sue and Tony, Scott and Jill, Gayle, Dave and Krista, Grant and Steph and Roanna. Loved grandmother and great-grandmother of Holly, Amber, Meg, Bryn, Connor, Monty, Olivia, Ysobelle, Emma, and Reggie. Our thanks to the amazing St John responders and the staff at Christchurch Hospital, for their kind care of Shirley. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Shirley Sisson, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Memorial Service for Shirley will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Saturday, June 24, at 2.00pm. To watch a livestream of
the service, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries and click on the link in Shirley’s obituary.
O’NEILL, Mary Eileen (Molly) (nee Hardy)
Molly passed away at Clare House on Saturday, June 17, 2023. Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Pat* Hardy and Maire* and Jack* Pasco. Sister-in-law of Hugh* and Noeline O’Neill, Pat* and Florence O’Neill, Tiny*, Elaine* and Diana O’Neill, Kevin and Patricia O’Neill, Barney and Margaret* O’Neill, Kate and Dennis Robinson, Jo Sim, Terry and Kathy O’Neill. Loved aunt of her many nieces and nephews.
(*denotes deceased).
O’NEILL, Mary Eileen (Molly)
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Molly at Clare House on Saturday, June 17, 2023, aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Des. Loved Mum and mother-in-law of Lynley and Tony Irvine (Invercargill), Stephanie and the late Gerald Madden (Dunedin). Treasured Gran of Rachael and Brendon; Bridget and Brett; Lauren and Sam; Ben and Lara; and Sam Madden. Loved Great-Granny of Anabelle, Clara, Alex; Oliver; and Maggie. The family would like to sincerely thank the staff from Clare House for their love and care of Molly.
R.I.P
Requiem Mass will be celebrated in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, North Road, Invercargill, at 1.00pm on Thursday, June 22, then leaving for the Eastern Cemetery. Rosary at 7.00pm on Wednesday at the Church. Messages to 56 High Street, Invercargill 9810 or on Molly’s tribute page at fasersfunerals.co.nz
WAIRAMA, Gaynor Caroline (Gay)(nee Ellwood)
Surrounded by her loving family, Gay passed away peacefully at Nazareth House, on Saturday, June 17, 2023. Adored wife and “my Darling” of Joe, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Kim and Errol, Vanessa and James, and Shayne. Loved Nan of Joel, Alaisa, Jordan, Ethan, Bella, Lara, and Jade, and a much loved Nanny of her cherished great-grandchildren. A special thank you to the staff of Nazareth House for their care of Gay. Messages may be addressed to the family of the late Gay Wairama, C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. A service to celebrate Gay’s life will be held at the St Stephen’s Anglican Church, 1 James Street, Lincoln, Christchurch, on Thursday, June 22 at 1.00pm.
LINEHAN, Annette Louise(née McCracken)
Died peacefully at Mercy Hospice on 18 June 2023. The much loved wife of Brian, sister of Gayle, Alan, and the late Peter. Adored mother of Matthew, David, and Rachael; and mother-in-law of George, Bella, and Bob. Treasured Nana of Rupert, Ted, Florence Clemmie, Wilbur, Nellie, and Iris. A celebration of her life will be held at St Michael’s Church, Remuera, on Saturday, 24 June 2023, at 12.00pm. To access the livestream link, please visit https
JEFFERIS, Camilla Ann (Billy)
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Sunday 18 June 2023, aged 52 years. Beloved wife of Steve, and a loving and devoted mother to Ashton, Dylan, and Coco. A dearly loved sister of Daniel and Nikki, aunty of Finn, Blake, Corey, Madison and Brylea, loved by her extended family and a loyal and much-loved friend to many. A bright and colourful celebration of Billy’s life will be held in the Centennial Lounge at Te Rapa Racecourse on Thursday 22 June 2023 at 1.00pm.
LINEHAN, Annette Louise (née McCracken)
Died peacefully at Mercy Hospice on 18 June 2023. The much loved wife of Brian, sister of Gayle, Alan, and the late Peter. Adored mother of Matthew, David, and Rachael; and mother-in-law of George, Bella, and Bob. Treasured Nana of Rupert, Ted, Florence Clemmie, Wilbur, Nellie, and Iris. A celebration of her life will be held at St Michael’s Church, Remuera, on Saturday, 24 June 2023 at 12.00pm. To access the livestream link, please visit https
MERCADO, Remigio Reyes
Peacefully in New Plymouth, on Sunday, 18 June 2023, aged 69. For service details go to Remigio’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/remigio.
FOSTER, Ivor Brian (Brian)
B. London, England 22 August 1936. D. Carterton, NZ 18 June 2023
Loved son of the late Violet and James Foster, and brother of the late Barbara Sturgess (England). Respected uncle of Adrian, Ian and Clive Sturgess (England). An avid glider pilot, instructor and inspector. A gentleman and a gentle man. Fondly remembered by friends and neighbours; ex-students and colleagues from Christchurch Polytech; and Gliding Clubs and Lions Clubs across the country. Thanks to the staff at Carter Court for their excellent care over the last 3 years, and the Wellington Welfare Guardianship Trust for their care. A service for Brian will be held in the Richmond Chapel, Richmond Rd, Carterton on Friday, 23rd June 2023, at 2.00pm. Brian’s service will be livestreamed via his tribute page. Messages to the Foster Family C/- P.O. Box 185, Carterton 5743 or can be left on Brian’s tribute page at www.tributes.co.nz...
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