BRADLEY, Jillian Margaret
Born 30th July 1949, passed away overnight on the 13th June, in her home. Beloved daughter of Rex (dec) and Val (dec) of Gisborne, special sister to Wendy, Morris and Michelle (dec). Jill (aged 73) has lived life to the full, touched many hearts, and is known locally in Paeroa as "Nana Jill". Jill is greatly loved and will be dearly missed by her best friend and husband Keith; her children Kerry; Kim; Tane and wife Clare; Liam and Lauren; her many moko’s and great-moko’s, along with loved nieces and nephews. Jill is lying at rest at home. On Friday afternoon, 16th June, we will take Jill to AgriSea 7446 State Highway 2, Paeroa where she will lay in state overnight. A Service to Celebrate Jill’s life will be held at 1.00pm Saturday, 17th June, at AgriSea, followed by her burial at the Paeroa Cemetery. At Jill’s request please wear bright colours if you can and be ready to celebrate her incredible life. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Pataka Kai Paeroa – Contact Patakakai@hauraki.refuge.co.nz All communication c/- Valley Funerals.
“Keep your face towards
the sun and the shadows
will fall behind you.”
WILSON, Kenneth Walter (Ken)
Died peacefully at home on 13 June 2023, aged 75. Dearly loved husband of Shirley Wilson; father and father-in-law of Hayden and Jacinda, and Frank and Iain; grandfather of James, Lachie and Gussie; son-in-law of Hayden and Myrtle Smith; and brother-in-law of Nigel and Karen Smith, Bev and Steve Hildred, and Jenny and Jon Dowman; uncle of Sonya, Del, Lee-Ann, David, Paul, Tony and Stacey. Special thanks to Mary Potter Hospice, the home carers and ambos for their care. In lieu of flowers, donations to Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated and made online at https
PRESTON, Roger Neill
Peacefully at Clare House on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. Aged 95 years. Loved husband of Patricia. Loved father and father-in-law of Russell and Sheree, Donald and Jenny, Graham and Andrea, Jan and Dave, Neil and Marilou, Roger and Kirsty. Loved Grandad of his 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Loved brother and brother-in-law of John* and Eileen, Gillian* and Neville*, Christopher* and Jill*, Alwyn* and Bill*, Ruth* and Harry, Kathleen and John*, Judy and Colin. Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A private cremation has been held. A memorial service to celebrate Roger’s life will be held with details to follow. Messages to 825A Winton - Wreys Bush Highway, RD 3 Winton 9783 or to Roger’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
WILSON, Kenneth Walter
(Kia ora Ken)
Died peacefully at home on 13 June 2023, aged 75. Dearly loved husband of Shirley; father and father-in-law of Hayden and Jacinda, and Frank and Iain; grandfather of James, Lachie and Gussie; brother of Neil and Lorraine of Marton. Special thanks to Mary Potter Hospice, the home carers and ambos for their care. In lieu of flowers, donations to Wellington Free Ambulance would be appreciated and made online at https
MACKIE, Noeline Helen
On June 12, 2023, peacefully after a short illness at Lady Wigram Retirement Village, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of Ian, loved and respected mother and mother-in-law of Bruce and Kate, Chris and Pete, Liz and Dave, Bev, Pete and Carolyn, much loved Nana of Kirstin, Kelly, Jeff, Mike, Simon, Kate and Scott, and Great-Nana of 9. Special thanks to the Lady Wigram staff who cared for Noeline over the past couple of years. In lieu of flowers, donations to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Messages may be addressed to the family of the Late Noeline Mackie, c/o Hope Funerals Christchurch, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042. A memorial service to celebrate Noeline’s life will be held at Hope Presbyterian Church, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, on Monday, June 19, at 10.00am.
ROSS, Annie (Tot)
Passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at Parata Residence, Gore, aged 101 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Samuel, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Neil and Robyn (Te Tipua), Julie and Barry Crawford (Waikaka Valley), much loved Nana of Catherine Ross (Melbourne), Fiona and William Leith (Mosgiel), Nicola and Ashley Muir, Lisa and Roy Gibson (Waikaka Valley), and a special great-Nana to Charlotte and Emma Leith, Max and Taylor Muir. A celebration service for Annie’s life will be held in Southern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, on Monday, June 19, at 1.00pm, then leaving for Charlton
Park Cemetery. Livestream link available
www.southernfuneralhome.co.nz...
Messages to 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore 9710.
BUCHANAN, William James (Willy)
It is with deep sadness that our family want to inform
you that Willy passed unexpectedly on Monday, June 12, 2023, at home. Dearly loved son of Tony and Anne. Much cherished dad of Sophie, and Michael and loyal and loved brother and brother-in-law of Sharon and Fraser Hampton, Jason and Kelly and dear friend of Amanda. Awesome uncle of Holly, Elise; Blake, and Alexi and buddy to Daisy. Willy was an amazing and loyal mate to many. A service to celebrate Willy’s life will be held at
J Fraser & Son’s Chapel, Corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, on Monday, June 19, at 1.30pm. Messages to 103 Otatara Road, Invercargill 9879, 86 Te Anau - Mossburn Highway, RD 1, Te Anau 9679, or on Willy’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz where a livestream link can be found.
BLY, Donald William (Bill)
Loved brother of Kevin, Robin, Denise and Colleen (dec), Louis (dec), Pat (dec), and Jack (dec).
PERSSON, Ronald Alfred (Ronnie)
Of Palmerston North. Aged 86 years, on Saturday 10th June 2023, peacefully passed away surrounded by family at Palmerston North Hospital. Dearly loved husband of Josephine (Jo); loved brother to Neville, Arnold, Colin, Rosalie & Geoff. Cherished and loved Dad to Gerald, Warren, Sonya, Caroline, and partners. Treasured Grandad to 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. A service for Ron to celebrate his life will be held on Tuesday 20th June 2023 at 1.00pm in the Terracehaven Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North. For those who wish to view the service online, you can go to Ron’s tribute page at https
CORBETT, Pauline May
Died peacefully in Christchurch on Sunday, June 11, 2023, aged 80 years. Beloved mother to Stefan, Adam, and Trish. Loved mother-in-law to Sarah, and Nana Pauline to Gabrielle
and Ingrid. Pauline will
be remembered for her mischievous sense of humour, love of nature and animals. In lieu of flowers, donations to the SPCA may be made directly online to https
CAPILL, Gwendoline Elizabeth (Gwen)(née Nicolle)
Peacefully, on June 10, 2023 at Cashmere View Rest Home, aged 103 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Ray (d. 1973), dearly loved mother of Lorraine, Garry (deceased), and Ross, dearly loved mother-in-law of Ross Gray, a much loved aunt, and a loved friend of many. The family wishes to express its deep gratitude to Mona, Nina, Sajitha, and the entire nursing and caring staff of Cashmere View Care Home, especially the Ashgrove wing, for their dedicated and loving care of Gwen; also the reception staff, nurses and doctors of The Doctors, Christchurch South; the pharmacists of The Pharmacy, Christchurch South; Sonja, Joanne, Stephanie, the District Nurses and Health Care NZ carers, the staff at Cashmere View Retirement Village and Gwen’s many wonderful neighbours and friends. Very special thanks to Dr Clare Botha-Reid for her extraordinary care and support. According to Gwen’s wishes, a private cremation ceremony has been held. Gwen’s long, vibrant life – a life of great courage, energy, determination, loyalty and good humour – was spent in the service of her family, friends and community. Messages may be sent to The Family of the late Gwen Capill, c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. A celebration of her life will be held later, date to be advised.
ROSS, Gillian Alison
Passed away at home, aged 67 years. Dearly loved daughter of Ann and the late Allan. Loved sister of James, Tony and Robin. Cherished Aunt and Great-Aunt. A service to celebrate the life of Gillian will be held at Cedarwood, 17 Parata Street, Waikanae, on Friday, 16th June 2023 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation.
JOHNSTON, Ross Douglas (Sam)
We will be celebrating Ross’ life one year from his passing at Toad Hall, Motueka, on Saturday, June 24, at 2.00pm. Please advise attendance by text to Salli 027 5725545.
LOCK, John Stuart
Passed away peacefully on the 9th June 2023, aged 84. Dearly loved husband of Joy. Loved father & father-in-law of Darryl and Rochelle. Adored grandad of Ariana, Henry and Jack. Loved brother of Graeme, Murray and the late Russel. As per John’s wishes, a private cremation will be held. All communications to the Lock family, C/- PO Box 5523, Frankton, Hamilton 3242.
PAHL, Rosalie Glynis(nee Merritt)
Passed away suddenly at Nelson Hospital, on Thursday, June 8, 2023, aged 80 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Robbie, very much loved mother of Grant and Georgina, and Doug. Loved Nana to Sophie, Matthew and Liam. A much loved sister and sister-in-law of Julie and Phil, the late Neil, Helen and Tony, and aunty to all her nieces and nephews. Heartfelt thanks to all the staff and residents at Summerset Richmond Ranges. Grant, Georgina and Doug warmly invite close family and friends to a celebration of Rosalie’s life, at Gardens of the World, Cnr of Patons Rd & Clover Rd, Hope, on Thursday, June 15, at 1.00pm.
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