Death Notices

A place to remember and celebrate the lives of those no longer with us

Recent Notices in New Zealand

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CUNLIFFE, William John (Jack)

Peacefully at Terrace View Rest Home, Ashburton, on Sunday, June 11, 2023, surrounded by family, in his 99th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Margaret. Much loved father and father-in-law of John and Helen, and Elizabeth and Craig Smith. Loved Grandad of Peter, Jessica, Laurabeth and Allan; Joshua and Anna, Daniel, Priscilla and Bradley, Michael, and Ruth and Cody, and great-granddad of Astrid. Messages to

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FULTON, June Marguerite (formerly Butler) (nee Brydon)

Peacefully at Nazareth House, Christchurch, after a long illness, on June 7, 2023, aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Arthur Fulton and the late Eric Butler. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Gillian and Grant. Adored Nana of the late Rebecca, Natalie and Mike, Robbie and Hayley and Nan Nan of Ashley and Everleigh. Special thanks to the staff of Nazareth House for their wonderful care. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late June Fulton, c/- Hope Funerals, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042. A private cremation has been held.

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JONES, David (Murray)

Formerly of Nottington Ave, Palmerston North on Thursday 8th June 2023, peacefully at Summerset Rest Home, in
his 85th year. Dearly loved Husband of the late Lorraine. Lorraine and Murray were a much-loved Nana and Pop. Previously Murray was a printer for 43 years for the Evening Standard and was appropriately nicknamed (Inky). Thank you to the Summerset Rest Home staff for their amazing love and care shown to Murray during his long stay, you became his family. A private service and cremation has been held.

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DUNCAN, Marianne Ruth

Marianne passed away peacefully at The Wood on June 9, 2023 with Colin at her side. Dearly loved Mum of Jo and Hamish, and Ben and Arlene, and much loved Grandma of Fionn and Cadhla (Ireland). A Celebration of Life - Memorial Service will be held at Atawhai Community Church, 5 Todd Bush Road on Friday, June 16 at 2.00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to YWAM Nelson Trust - Particulars "Marianne" - Ref "Fiji" (Bank No 02-0940-0079118-00) or In Time Trust (Bank No 03-0703-0803379-00). These can be made on-line. Thanks to all the wonderful caring staff at St. Luke’s Health Centre and The Wood.

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GILLIGAN, Stephen Peter (Gilly)

Passed away peacefully at home on Monday, 12th June 2023. Aged 58 years. Dearly loved partner of Violet. Much loved father of Zade and Paige. Special thanks to Cambridge Stud for their continuous support over the past 5 months and to Hospice Waikato. A celebration of Gilly’s life will be held at The Hamilton Park Chapel, Newstead, Hamilton, on Monday, 19th June 2023 at 1.00pm. All communications to The Gilligan Family, c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434.

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LOCK, John

On June the 9th at Linda Jones Resthome Hamilton. Loving Uncle to Stephen and Sheree Field. Great-Uncle to Jessica, Courtney, Brittney and Emma.

Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day.
Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear.
Rest in Peace

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MARIU, Paul

On June 11, 2023, passed peacefully at Summerset on Cavendish, Christchurch. Dearly loved husband of Maureen, much loved Dad of Karl and Marcus and their partners, Sonia and Leanne, and dear friend of Kerry, loved Koro of Josh, Nicole, Rhys, and Amy. Paul was a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle and loved friend to many. A special thank you to staff at Summerset on Cavendish. Messages to the Mariu Family, C/- P O Box 263, Kaiapoi 7644. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St Mary and St Francis De Sales Catholic Church, 41 Victoria Street, Rangiora, on Friday, June 16, at 1.00pm. Private thereafter.

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AITKEN, Vida Catherine

On June 9, 2023, at Yvette Williams Retirement Village. Dearly loved wife of the late Lindsay, loved mum and mother-in-law of Donnella (Donna) and Glen, Gina and Martin, and loved Nonna of Jacob. Thank you to the staff at Yvette Williams for their kindness and care of Vida. At Vida’s request a private service has been held. Messages to 21 Highgrove, St Clair, Dunedin 9012, or leave a message on Vida’s page at www.tributes.co.nz...

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KRANENBURG,

Willem Reijer Adrianus
Willem passed suddenly but peacefully on 10 June 2023 at just 67 years old, while doing what he loved. Willem was the loved husband of Joyce. Father of Jeffrey, Shane & Glen. Father-in-law of Tanya & Siobhan. Best Opa ever to Zion, Ethan & Jakob. Willem lived such a diverse life and always cared for and prioritised his family. He was a kind man always there to support anyone who needed it.
“We will miss you Paps, we will cherish your memory.
Wij zullen je nooit vergeten.”
A service to celebrate the life of Willem will be held at West Hamilton Community Church, 27a Rifle Range Road, Dinsdale, Hamilton, on Monday 19 June 2023 at 11.00am.The family requests no flowers. In lieu of flowers, donate to Kidney Kids NZ or the Children’s Autism Foundation charities which have supported his grandchildren.

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HUTCHINSON, Barbara Phyllis (née Cantlon)

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at Wairau Hospital. Aged 82 years. Loved wife of the late Roger (Hutch to all), mother and mother-in-law of Robert and Rachel, Michael and Jane, Elizabeth and Russell. Grandmother of Ashleigh, Emma, Laura, Luke, Robbie and Connor. Special thanks to Ross, Marion and Liz. Messages may be sent to the Hutchinson family, 25 Holdaway Street, Riversdale, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers a donation to MS Society Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made to a/c 02-0600-0149108-000 Ref. HUTCHINSON. In accordance with Barbara’s wishes a private cremation has taken place.

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HOPKINS, Colleen Marguerita

Passed away peacefully at home in the early hours of Monday, June 12, 2023, aged 94. Loving wife of the late Bill Hopkins. Cherished mother of the late Douglas, Lynley, Wanda and Bruce. Much loved nana, great-gran and great-great-gran to all her mokos. The family would like to extend their gratitude to all the many many friends from Stuart Island, Russell, Auckland, Houhora and Kerikeri. Colleen will be lying in state at her home, 64 Mission Road, Kerikeri, until 2.00pm Friday, June 16. All communication to Wanda, 021 070 0035.
‘‘Kind, generous and fun loving to the end’’

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GRIBBIN, Andrea (Lee) (nee Stratton)

On 12 June 2023, it is with a heavy heart and great sadness, that Colin, Kane, Eden and Cathy, announce the passing of their wonderful wife, mother and mother-in-law. Lee was a sister of Larry (Wales) and the late Lester, aunty of Rob (Ireland). Thank you to all who supported Lee during her final months. A service for Lee, will be held at Hillsdene Chapel, 143 13th Ave Tauranga, on Friday 16 June at 11.00am, followed by private cremation. Communication to the Gribbin Family, c/- PO Box 650 Tauranga 3144.

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TIE, Phillipa Hazel(nee Stark)

Passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 10, 2023, aged 96 years. Beloved and devoted wife of the late Vern. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Chris and Ant, Barry and Di, and David and Ali. Much loved Nan and friend of Chon and Jamie, Alastair and Lillemor (Sweden), Mike and Barbs, Jacky and Adam, Misha and Virginia (Germany), and of her great-grandchildren Sam, Quin, Josh, Emma, Zara, Eli, Indy, Archie, Elsie, Ashton, and Malea. Messages to the Tie family, c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145. A service to celebrate Phil’s life will be held in the Ferry Park Chapel, 297 Ferry Road, on Monday, June 19, at 1.30pm.

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MEADE, Bryce Ernest

S682403 WO1 (Rtd). Passed away peacefully on Saturday, 10th June 2023, at home, a day after his 70th birthday. Dearly loved husband of Glen. Cherished father and Poppa, brother and uncle. Loyal friend and veteran and Sapper of the Corps of the Royal NZ Engineers. All messages to the Meade family, C/o 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North. A memorial service for Bryce will be held at the Bulls RSA, 55 High Street, Bulls, on Friday, 16th June 2023 at 11.00am. All welcome.
UBIQUE
NZIFH

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CHRISTIANSEN, Judith Anne

Was Promoted to Glory at Wellington Hospital on 8th June 2023, with her family by her side. Aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Bill. Much loved mother of Janet and Rowen, Yolande and Gareth, Maree and Jim, Mark and Raewyn, John and Trudy, and Sarah and Chad. Grandma of Alexandra and Joel, Kate and Noah, Ian and Esther, Owen, Anna and Xavier, Laura, Emma, James, Christian and Isaac. A private family service and cremation has taken place on 14th June 2023. All messages C/- Waikanae Funeral Home, PO Box 300, Waikanae 5250.

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