ARMSTRONG, Denise (nee Clark)
On June 11, 2023, peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospital, aged 80 years. Daughter of the late Alec and Ivy Clark. Sister of the late Alan Clark and June McKay. Loved wife of the late Keith, dearly loved Mum of Andrew and Lorene, and mother-in-law of Alison. Much loved Nana of Hamish, Amelia, Jordan, and Danielle.
‘Will be sadly missed,but never forgotten’
Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Denise Armstrong, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Private Funeral for Denise has been held.
EGERTON, Heather Margaret
Peacefully, after a short illness at home, on Monday, June 12, 2023, aged 75 years. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of Peter for 50 years, much loved mother of Hamish, loved and cherished Nana of Sofia, loved sister and sister-in-law of Lindsey and Sally Strathdee, and loved Aunty of all her nieces and nephews.
‘Lovingly Remembered’
In accordance with Heather’s wishes, a private service will be held. Messages to 22 Ferry Lane, Pisa Moorings, RD3, Cromwell, 9383.
LUKEY, Russell Frederick
Died at Hilda Ross, Hamilton, on 15th June 2023. A Husband to the late Beryl, a father, father-in-law, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and great friend. A small private gathering will be held on 19 June to remember and celebrate Russell’s life.
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DAVOREN, Anthony (Tony)
Passed away peacefully on June 10, 2023, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 70. Much loved son of Joan and the late George. Loved husband of Raewyn Corbett and loved father of Bridget, Sondra and Jeff and father-in-law of Adam Neylon and Annaliese Murrell. Dearly loved grandfather — ‘Big T’ — of Digby and Hank and Georgia and Ada. Much loved brother of Jan and Bill, Sheryl and John and Peter, and their families. Details on a Memorial service to celebrate Tony’s life to follow. Messages to the Davoren family may be sent C/- PO Box 31300, Christchurch.
WILLMOTT, Robert John (Bob)
Passed away peacefully at Waikato Hospital, on Monday, June 12, 2023, aged 76 years. Much loved husband of Elaine, dearly loved Dad of Steve, Charlotte, Scott and Rachel, cherished Poppa/Grampy to Hannah, Hartleigh, Isaac Benny and Maddison. A celebration of Robert’s life will be held at St David’s Church, Te Aroha, with a service on Monday, June 19 at 1.00pm. There will be a live-stream via Facebook for all overseas and South Island family and friends. For the link or any communication, please contact kiwimumm01@hotmail.com
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the RSA.
MITCHELL, Dougal
25.01.1987 – 13.06.2023
Passed away peacefully at Pohlen Hospital on Tuesday, 13 June 2023. Cherished only son of Iain and Anne. Heartfelt thanks to Dougal’s carers, friends, ‘adopted’ brothers, sisters and families for their overwhelming love and support. A celebration of Dougal’s life will be held at UMS Clubrooms, Bedford Park, Matamata, Tuesday 20 June at 11.00am. Dougal’s service will be livestreamed and you can access this at watersonsfuneralservices.co.nz In lieu of flowers, please feel welcome to make a donation to the Dougal Mitchell Health and Hardship Trust, this will be available at the service. All communications to the Mitchell family, c/- 6 Tamihana Street, Matamata.
HIGGINS, Cynthia June (nee Duncan)
Peacefully at Wakefield Homestead on June 8, 2023, 2 days shy of her 90th birthday. Dearly loved wife of the late Cyril. Adored and much loved mother and mother-in-law of Jenny and Dennis O’Brien (Tapawera), Wayne (Foxhill), Marlene and Greg Archibald (Upper Moutere). Loved Nana of Mitchell and Lawson. Loved sister of Alison Neill, Ian (dec), Gary and Lorraine Duncan, and a much loved aunty and great-aunty. Our heartfelt thanks to Dr Pip deHamel, Dr Ben, Brad and the team at the Wakefield Pharmacy, the community hospice nurses, and to Margaret and Hillary and the amazing, kind and loving carers at the Wakefield Homestead for caring for mum over the last few years, and to all her lovely friends at the homestead.
"A patient sufferer now reunited with her much loved Cyril".
In keeping with Cynthia’s wishes, a private burial has taken place.
RATAHI, Trevor Patrick
Suddenly, but peacefully, passed away in Opunake. Fond and loving uncle of Dean and Kirst, Sonya (dec), Lee and Shane, and all his nephews and nieces.
R.I.P
ROGERS, Arnold Blair (Arnie)
Died peacefully at Southland Hospital on the Monday, June 12, 2023. Much loved lifelong companion of Gaynor, and father to the late Lionel. Much loved stepfather to Tyrone, Leonah, Cerise and Aaron, grandfather, and great-grandfather to all their children and his family in Kaitangata. A private Cremation has already been held. The family would like to acknowledge the wonderful care of Arnie from the staff in the Medical Ward, Southland Hospital. Messages to 42 Woodhouse Street, Invercargill.
GWATKIN, Joan(Olive Joan) (nee Craig)
Passed peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, on Saturday, June 10, 2023. Wife of Ken. Much loved mother of Doug, Keely, Paul and Annette. Treasured grandma of Jade, Cai, Sage, Hannah and Jacob, and loved companion to Ninja. Messages may be addressed to the family of the late Joan Gwatkin, C/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch, 8545. At Joan’s wish, a private family service has been held.
THOMAS, Dianne Frederica
Died peacefully with her soulmate John and friends by her side on June 14, 2023. In her 81st year. Much loved mother of Wayne. A loved sister, sister-in-law and aunty. Messages to 34 Otterson Street, Tahunanui, Nelson 7011. According to Dianne’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.
LESLIE, Janet
On September 1, 2020, in Christchurch, aged 73 years. Lovingly remembered and deeply missed wife of the late Graham, beloved mother of Chris, and Aaron, mother-in-law of Jennifer, and Anne Marie, and proud and devoted grandmother of Alexandria, Jacob, Zachary, Lily, and Ezra. Sadly missed by her sister Diane and brother-in-law Selwyn, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Janet Leslie, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Memorial Service for Janet will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on June 30, at 10.00am.
FIRMAN, Barrie Wyndham
On June 15, 2023, died peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 93 years. Much loved husband of Meryl, loving father and father-in-law of Sally and Peter, Marc and Denise, loved ‘Grandpa’ of Haidee and Toby, Dan, Kurt and Emily; Bailey, Harry, and Bella, and great-grandpa of Ruby, Isobel, and Luca.
“A life well lived, with no regrets”.
Messages may be addressed to The late Barrie Firman, c/- PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. In accordance with Barrie’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.
GRIGGS, Kaye Marie
Passed away peacefully on Thursday 8th June 2023. Dearly loved wife of Gary. Much loved mother of Steven and Ainslee. Loved Nan of her six grandchildren. According to Kaye’s wishes, a private family service has been held. Kaye’s family would like to thank all the staff at Brightwater Rest Home for the care and compassion shown to Kaye and the family.
May she rest in peace and love xxxx.
PALMER, Royston John
Royston passed away in the Palmerston North Hospital on Monday 5 June 2023. Much loved husband, soul and team mate of Margaret for 68 years. Inspirational guidance counsellor to daughter Jacqui, son-in-law Robin and granddaughter Steph. Lifelong friend and confidant of Barry, Bev and their children and grandchildren. A man of many parts
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