RUSBATCH, Barry John
On Saturday, March 25, 2023. Cherished nephew of John and Noelene Quinn. Much loved cousin of Brendan and Sarah, and Chris and Tasmin. Loved so much by Anna, Emma, Georgia, Ellie and Maddy. Loved best mate of Hughie and Sheila Newall, and Jimmy and Nancy Craig (dec), and their families.
Good Buggar - Gone too soon
STANTON, Douglas James
Born February 8, 1931 and passed away on March 22, 2023. We the loving family of Doug wish to announce his passing at Tasman Dementia Care Centre on March 22, 2023, aged 92. A proud and passionate West Coaster, and never one to complain. Doug fought strongly and bravely to his last breath – his big kind heart kept on beating. Doug is survived by his loving wife Nola of almost 70 years, father and father-in-law of Roz and John, Jill and Steven and Wendy. Grandchildren, Kate and James, Carly and Gaby and Nick. Great-grandad Dougie of Jade, Zach and Ziggy. We thank everyone of our friends and family for all your kindness and thoughtfulness during this past year. Enormous appreciation and a huge thanks to all the staff at Tasman Dementia Care Centre for their devoted care. A private service was held for Doug last Friday. Messages can be sent to Nola at Villa 89, 357 Lower Queen Street, Richmond, Nelson, 7020. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Tasman Dementia Care Centre would be appreciated.
PROCTOR, Jill
Passed away on 22nd March 2023. Loving wife of Des for 58 years. Wonderful Mum to Glenn, Ross, Kerry, and Kitty Cat. A private cremation has been held for Jill, as per her wishes. Please, no flowers or cards.
ERICSON, June Morita
June Ericson passed away peacefully in her sleep in Lower Hutt on 20 March 2023, aged 95 years. June was the loving wife of the late Fred, and dearly loved and treasured mother and mother-in-law of Deborah and the late Kevin Hislop, and Arlene and Phil Wheelans. She was cherished Grandma Junie to Richard and Juliet, Rebecca and Costa, Meredith and James, Jacqui and Kyle, and Harry and Anna, and adored Great-Grammy Junie to Andrew, Mary, Heidi, George, Sofia, Marcus, Fred, Otto, Rudy and Juno. In accordance with June’s wishes, a private family celebration of her life has been held. The family wish to give special thanks to Ropata Village Lodge and Riverleigh Rest Home for the love and care they gave to June in her final years. All messages to June’s Family, C/- Gee and Hickton, PO Box 30-127, Lower Hutt 5040.
CROW, Naomi Alma
Passed away peacefully on 24th March 2023, in her 92nd year. Loved wife of the late Keith. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Noeline and the late Barry Kennedy, Leonie and Stephen Oates, and Glenda Fioravanti. Cherished Nana to Michelle, Melanie; Sam, Morgan and Lauren; Cara and Matt, great-grandmother to Keilah, Beauden, Lauchlan, and Harper. Heartfelt thanks to Freeman Court and CHT, Te Awamutu for the love and care. A private cremation has been held. All communications please to the Crow family, PO Box 137, Te Awamutu 3840.
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EDLIN, Robert George (Rob)
On Friday, 24th March 2023. Much loved husband of Marilyn, loved father and father-in-law of Mark & Jess, Paul & Dana, Falyn & Pete, Grandfather of Fergus, Finley, Jackson, Bailee & Quinn. Messages may be left in Rob’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or sent C/- PO Box 723, Paraparaumu 5254. A funeral service will be held at Harbour City Funeral Home, 300 Kapiti Road, Paraparaumu, on Friday, 31st March 2023 at 1.00pm, followed by a final cruise from the service around Kapiti to the crematorium in Waikanae for private cremation.
FISHER, Eric Michael
Left us on March 9, 2023 surrounded by family who loved him, aged 71. Dearly loved Dad of Kelly and Lewis. Brother, uncle, and friend to many. A celebration of his life will be held close to his birthday on May 6 in Reefton.
We miss you already and life feels less full without you in it.
DINAMANI, Parameswara
With much sorrow we share that Parameswara Dinamani, husband of Saraswathi Dinamani passed away peacefully on Saturday 25th of March at 5.18am. The private cremation rites will be held with family on Monday 27th of March. Beloved husband of Saraswathi. Loving father of Vidya & Giri. Caring father-in-law to Chris & Meena. Sweet grandfather to Jasmine, Alisha, Vishal, Sam, Sahana.
McEWAN, WilliamKeith (Bill)
Unexpectedly on 24 March 2023. Adored husband of Beverley, beloved father and father-in-law of Anna and Phillip, Laura and Gene and Kurt. Cherished bonus-Dad to Hannah. Treasured Poppa to Vanessa, Caitlyn, Marley, Austin, Willow and Kobe.
“There is only one map to the journey of life and it lives within your heart”
Willie Nelson
A service for Bill will be held at the Hamilton Car Club, 116 Vaile Road, on Friday 3 March at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation. All correspondence to the McEwan Family, C/- Pellows, PO Box 4449, Hamilton 3247.
WICKS, Yvonne Margaret.
On 24th March 2023 at Waihi, peacefully at age 83 years. Dearly loved wife of Graham. Loved mother and mother in-law of Paul and Jane, Michael and TeKrehana, Lynda, and Sharon. Much loved grandmother of thirteen and great-grandmother of fourteen. A service will be held at the Waihi Beach RSA on Tuesday 28th March at 1.30pm to be followed by private cremation.
Kia okioki i runga
i te rangimarie.
Communications to the Wicks family c/- PO Box 48 Waihi Beach.
DICKISON-MARSHALL, Gayle Anne (aka Zohs)
Suddenly, but peacefully, at Taranaki Base Hospital, on 24 March 2023, aged 70 years, with family by her side. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of Michael. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Aaron, Clayton, Kathryn and Ian, Byron, Michelle and Peter, Jonathan and Stephanie. Treasured nana of Khiarn (dec) and Katana; Jaden, Riley, Pearl, Oskar; Noah, Sullivan and Finn. Stepmother to Kenneth and Katrina. All messages to ‘The Dickison Marshall family’, c/o- PO Box 4016, New Plymouth, or online at wabraham.co.nz/notices A service for Gayle will be held in The Chapel of W. Abraham, 366 Devon St East, New Plymouth, on Wednesday 29th March 2023, at 2.00pm. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the New Zealand Dementia Foundation would be appreciated.
DANIELS, June Elizabeth
Passed away peacefully at Wilson Carlile Rest Home Hamilton East, on Friday 24th March 2023. Dearly loved Wife of the late Terry Daniels. Loved Mum & Nanna to all her children and grandchildren. June is laying at her son Dayne’s home. Graveside funeral service to be held at Newstead Cemetery at 1.00pm, Tuesday 28th March. All communications to Dayne please on 0275150109.
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RODGERS, Huia Mahaki (Mahaki)
Suddenly on Thursday, March 23, 2034, doing what he loved, in the company of two great friends. Loved partner of Rachael. Loved son, brother, uncle, grandson, nephew, cousin, great-uncle, and good friend to all. Friends and whanau are welcome anytime to visit with Mahaki at 145 Birchwood Road, Ohai, with his service at the same address, on Wednesday, March 29, at 11.00am, followed by burial at Wairio Cemetery. Messages for whanau to 145 Birchwood Road, Ohai 9635, or you can go to Mahaki’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/mahaki
McEWAN, William Keith (Bill)
Unexpectedly on March 24, 2023. Adored husband of Beverley, beloved father and father-in-law of Anna and Phillip, Laura and Gene and Kurt. Cherished bonus-Dad to Hannah. Treasured Poppa to Vanessa, Caitlyn, Marley, Austin, Willow and Kobe.
“There is only one map to the journey of life and it lives within your heart”
Willie Nelson
A service for Bill will be held at the Hamilton Car Club, 116 Vaile Road, on Friday, March 3 at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation. All correspondence to the McEwan Family, C/- Pellows, PO Box 4449, Hamilton 3247.
TORRENS, Jeffrey Lewis
Wolfe (aka Jeff) passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, 19th March 2023. Beloved partner of Andy (Andrea) Benge, and comrade in arms to Joshua and Jono Benge. He will be missed beyond measure. The world has lost a great, generous, loving man. Adored by many and loved by us. Funeral will be held at Hamilton Park Chapel, 395 Morrinsville Road, on Friday 31st March at 1.00pm. All welcome. Any correspondence to Andy, c/- Pellows Funeral Directors.
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