Past Funeral Notices
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Louise Margaret Payne
1950 - 2025PAYNE, Louise Margaret. Passed away peacefully at Hawke’s Bay Regional Hospital on Monday, 7 July 2025. Dearly loved wife of the late Barry. Treasured Mum of Aaron and Cath. A celebration of Louise’s life will be held in the Beth Shan Chapel, 157 Georges Drive, Napier on Saturday, 12 July at 11.00am. No flower...WHEN
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Raymond (Ray) Wiig
1947 - 2025WIIG, Raymond (Ray).
Passed away peacefully on 6 July 2025, aged 77 years.
Son of Ernie and Edna Wiig (both deceased). Loving partner to Noeline. Loving father to Damon, Ben and Jared and loving Grandad to Calum, Sam, Rosie, Amber, Nate, Ashlyn and Isaac. Poppa Ray to Amy, Caleb, Lucy, William, Lara and Daniel. Special br...
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Alison Joan Evans
1933 - 2025EVANS, Alison Joan.
(Formerly of Dannevirke).
Passed away peacefully at Princess Alexandra on Sunday 6 July 2025, aged 92 years.
Dearly loved wife of Graeme, and cherished mother of Lynette and Kevin Knox, Murray and Vi, and Stuart. A loved Gran/Grandma of her seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
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Kevin Little
1949 - 2025If anyone is wishing to watch Kevin’s service it can be viewed via Napier Elim Church Facebook page.
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Maureen Cooch
1949 - 2025COOCH, Maureen.
8 July 1949 – 8 July 2025
Thanks to the End of Life Choice Act 2021, Maureen selected her own time after a 5 year cancer journey.
Peacefully, surrounded by family at home. 50 years of love and companionship with husband Mike.
Loved mother of Michael and Fiona, and cherished by all her grandch...
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Mateo Carlos Deveraturda
2014 - 2025DEVERATURDA, Mateo Carlos.
Aged 11 years.
Unexpectedly taken on 25 June 2025 at Starship Hospital. Dearly loved and treasured son of Brian and Janeth. Best friend and fun-loving brother of Miguel and Montiel. In lieu of flowers, donations to Mateo’s Give-A-Little page can be made online at
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Penelope Mary Isherwood
1943 - 2025ISHERWOOD, Penelope Mary.
Passed away peacefully at Cranford Hospice, Hastings on Sunday, 22 June 2025, aged 82 years. Loved wife of the late Keith. Loved Mum of Colin, Davey, and Jenny. In lieu of flowers, donations to Cranford Hospice can be made at the service or online at View details →
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Violet (Vi) Cassin
1924 - 2025CASSIN, Violet Blanche (Vi) nee Avison.
Vi passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family on Friday, 20 June 2025 in her 101st year. Loved wife of the late Paddy. Vi was a well-loved, respected, adored, talented, treasured and incredible mother and mother-in-law of Brian and Lyne, Kevin and Jolie,...
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Diane Carol Rigby
1963 - 2025RIGBY, Diane Carol (Di).
Diane passed away peacefully aged 62 years after a well fought battle, on 18 June 2025 at Cranford Hospice.
Soulmate and best friend of Tony.
Cherished and loved Mum of Janine, Tyler and his partner Tori.
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Marie Bradleigh
1938 - 2025BRADLEIGH, Marie Margaret.
Sadly, Marie the beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, sister-in-law and friend passed away peacefully on Thursday, 19 June 2025, surrounded by her family.
Marie will be resting at Paul’s home until Monday.
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John Albert Shadbolt
1942 - 2025SHADBOLT, John Albert (Shad).
Our deeply loved John (Shad) Shadbolt, husband of Isobel, father of Janine, father-in-law of Simon Hayward, twin brother of Margaret Ogilvie, younger brother of Michael (deceased) and devoted godfather of Elliot Francois, died peacefully at Cranford Hospice, Hastings on 13 June 2025, aged 82 years. ...
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Mary Isobel Andersen
1930 - 2025ANDERSEN, Mary Isobel.
Passed away peacefully at HB Regional Hospital on 1 June 2025, aged 94 years. Devoted Mum to Christine and Forbes Cameron, Kevin and Carol-Lee, John and Felicity, and Juliet and Greg Allen. Cherished Nana to 19 grandchildren, and Nana Mary to 31 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren.
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Bai Yuan Zhou
1947 - 2025Bai Yuan Zhou
Passed away on 2 June 2025, surrounded by family.
Dearly loved husband of Sue King.
Much loved father and father-in-law of Evelyn, Shaun and Liye.
Cherished grandfather of Emma, Marsden, Samantha, and Annie.
Treasured brother, uncle, and friend to many.
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John Joseph Ryan
1931 - 2025RYAN, John Joseph.
Aged 93 years, John passed away peacefully on Monday, 9 June 2025. Devoted and loving husband of Adele (deceased). Loved father and father-in-law of Stephen, Philip and Paula, Angela and Bob, and Christopher. Adored grandfather of Sarah, Melissa, Emma, Sam and Jack, and great-grandfather of 10. Good friend of ...
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Agnes Marshall McKenzie -Nancy- Gilberston
1941 - 2025GILBERTSON, Agnes Marshall McKenzie (Nancy).
Born in Leith, Scotland 14 April 1941, and passed away at Wellington Hospital on Saturday, 7 June 2025, in her 85th year, with family at her side. Beloved wife of the late John (JBG) for 63 years. Nancy was our matriarch and the heart of the Gilbertson family. A much-loved mother to S...
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Norma Pearl Long
1941 - 2025LONG, Norma Pearl.
Passed away peacefully at Colwyn House on 5 June 2025, aged 84 years.
Loved wife of the late Neville. Much loved mother of Peter (deceased), Murray, Martyn, and Brendon (deceased). Cherished Nana to her grandchildren and loved sister-in-law of Elaine and Jim.
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Rodney Douglas Webb
1939 - 2025WEBB, Rodney Douglas.
Passed away peacefully at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital, Hastings on 8 June 2025, aged 86.
Dearly loved father of Ashley and Larisa. Rodney will be remembered for his love of a good yarn and classical music, and being a passionate reader.
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Glenys Agnes Pittar
1942 - 2025PITTAR, Glenys Agnes (nee McLaren).
Passed away peacefully on 1 June 2025, aged 82 years.
Beloved wife of the late Parke. Adored Mum of Tracey and Grant, and Lisa and Darryn. Loved sister of Lynne (deceased), Dawn, Julie, and Andrew. Nana of Jaimee, Kieran and Kaleb and all her great-grandchildren. A special thanks to the...
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Hugh Alexander Robertson
1944 - 2025ROBERTSON, Hugh Alexander.
21.12.1944 – 30.05.2025
Passed away peacefully at home in Tauranga on Friday, 30 May 2025, aged 80 years. Dearly loved husband of Jenny. Cherished father of Kimberley, Siobhan, and the late Campbell. Much-loved brother of Andrew and the late Colleen, Peggy, and Janet. Treasured P...WHEN
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Greta Burton
1925 - 2025BURTON, Greta Dorothy.
RNZAF WAAF, S/No. 75295.
Greta passed away peacefully at Radius Hampton Court on Sunday, 25 May 2025, aged 99.5 years.
Treasured wife of the late Richard (Dick). A much loved Mum of Kim, and Ross and an amazing Grandma to Katherine and Sophie, Jaimee...
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Jenny Sue Nichols
1965 - 2025NICHOLS, Jenny Sue.
Passed away peacefully at Bryant House, Taradale on 20 May 2025, aged 60 years.
Beloved wife of Bryan and loved mother of Kymberlee and Holly.
Cherished daughter of David and Frances, and sister of Jules and Jason.
Special thanks to the staff and management at Bryant House.
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Janice Willoughby
1950 - 2025WILLOUGHBY, Elizabeth Janice (Janice).
Passed away peacefully with family by her side at Bryant House, Taradale on 13 May 2025, aged 74 years.
Loved daughter of the late James and Agnes Willoughby. Loved sister of Katrina and treasured aunt of Adam and Helen, and Susannah. Fur Mum of Sophie and Cloud. Special thanks to th...
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Brian William King
1938 - 2025KING, Brian William.
Sunrise 27.05.1938
Sunset 08.05.2025
Aged 86 years, Brian passed away peacefully surrounded by whānau. Dearly loved husband of Beverly for 65 years.
Loved and respected Dad of Trevor, John and Christina, Shane, and Corinne and Wal.
Much adored Gra...
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Travis Le Comte
1974 - 2025LE COMTE, Travis Ben.
Died suddenly at home on 3 May 2025, aged 47.
Dearly loved husband of Gretchen Paape. Treasured father of Jonte and Beau, and precious son of April and the late Geoff. Loved brother of Summer and the late Paige, and brother-in-law of George. A most loved uncle Big Te Le to Posey, Eddie and Oscar. Lov...
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Jean Audrey Blaker
1934 - 2025BLAKER, Jean Audrey.
03.10.1934 – 28.04.2025
Passed away peacefully at Princess Alexandra Rest Home. Cherished wife of the late Moe.
Dearly loved mother of Jackie and Tony, and Angela and Richard. Much loved Nanny of Melissa, Sarah and Denise.
Loved Nan of her great-grandchildren Lucas, Rive...
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Derek Squires
1935 - 2025SQUIRES, Derek Allon.
Passed away suddenly and peacefully on Wednesday, 30 April 2025.
Dearly loved husband of Elaine Squires for 66 years. Father and father-in-law of Judith and Leo, Kevin and Melanie, Jillaine and Lee. Loved Grandad and Great-Grampy.
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Graeme James Lister
1950 - 2025LISTER, Graeme James.
It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, uncle, and friend on Friday, 25 April 2025, aged 74 years. Dearly loved brother of Christine, Patricia (deceased) and Michael (deceased). An inspiring teacher, cherished uncle and dear friend to many.Graeme will be remembere...
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Jan McKinnon
1936 - 2025McKINNON, Janice Wells (Jan) (nee Reid).
Peacefully at Hastings Hospital on Friday, 18 April 2025, aged 88 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Hamish. Loving mother to Angus and Judy, and Duncan and Sue. Treasured Granny of Olivia and Phoebe; Braydon, Jake, Georgia and Hannah. Her energy and enthusiasm for life will be missed.<...
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Annabella Molenaar
1936 - 2025MOLENAAR, Annabella Heather.
10.10.1936 – 18.04.2025
Passed away at Hawke’s Bay Hospital after a short illness. Wife of the late Paul. Loved Mum of the late Joe, the late Jan, Charlie, Hans and Pieter. Loved grandmother of her many grandchildren, especially remembered, the late Juddy (Juliaan).
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Mark Neil Stonehouse
1957 - 2025STONEHOUSE, Mark Neil.
Passed away peacefully in Napier on Saturday, 19 April 2025, aged 67 years. Dearly loved husband of Kathryn (nee Murphy) for 34 years. Adored father of Emily and Alice. Much loved son of Mary and Ray. Loved brother of Wayne and Renate, and Julie and Blue. Treasured friend of Mark and Sandra Hayes. A specia...
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Deborah Joy Richardson
1958 - 2025RICHARDSON, Deborah Joy.
Died peacefully on 18 April 2025, aged 66 years. Beloved wife of Barry. Devoted mother to Tim, Tessa and Anna and their partners, Amy, Zack and Luke. Beloved grandmother to Oscar.
Daughter of the late Norm and Joy, and youngest sister to Jenny, Chris, Sue and Cathy.
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Lindsay Eaton
1949 - 2025EATON, Lindsay Susan.
Passed away on Tuesday, 15 April 2025 in her 76th year, after a brief unexpected illness.
Adored Mum of Rick Reed. Loved sister of Sara and Jeff, and aunty of Storm, Elly, Nick, Diana, Jaime and Sean.
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Charlotte Helen Liggins
1952 - 2025LIGGINS, Charlotte Helen.
Passed away peacefully at Waiapu House, Havelock North on Monday, 14 April 2025, aged 72 years.
Loved and respected wife of the late Russell Liggins, and the late Clarence Salisbury (Joe).
Loved Mum of Patrick, Andy, and Jane. Loved grandmother to her five grandchildren and loved baby sist...
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William Frederick (Bill) Liddy
1942 - 2025LIDDY, William Frederick (Bill).
Aged 83 years, Bill passed away peacefully on 3 April 2025.
Loved son of the late Annie-Agnes and William. Loved brother of Merle and Emma (both deceased), and a loved uncle, great-uncle, great-great-uncle and friend to many.
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Judith Boxall
1952 - 2025BOXALL, Judith Angela.
Passed away peacefully at Cranford Hospice on 8 April 2025, aged 73 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Brian.
Loved Mum and mother-in-law of Janine and David, Debbie and Chris, and John and Naomi. Cherished Nana to Niamh, Kieran, Isobella, Harrison, Hazel and Eloise.
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John Frederick Atkins
1937 - 2025ATKINS, John Frederick.
Passed away peacefully, after a brief illness in his 88th year on March 19, 2025. Loving husband of the late Carole, and much loved father and father-in-law of Debbie and David, Dean and Lisa. Treasured Poppa of Michelle, Heath, and Nick. Great-Poppa John to Justin, Jack and Lucy. Son of Keith ...
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Janet Sue Levingston
1960 - 2025LEVINGSTON, Janet Sue.
Passed from this life on 19 March 2025 at Cranford Hospice, aged 64 years.
Loved sister of Alison (Sydney, Australia) and aunt to Kathryn (Christchurch).
A graveside service for Janet will be held at the Western Hills Cemetery, 73 Clyde Jeffery Drive, Napier on Saturday, 22 March at 10.30am. ...
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Dale Spencer Wilkinson
1941 - 2025WILKINSON, Dale Spencer.
26.01.1941 – 15.03.2025
Passed suddenly after a short illness, with his wife present. Much loved husband of Cora (Sue). Father of Phillip, Fiona, and Bruce, and father-in-law of Angela, and Brent. Grandfather to Abbey, Ruby and William.
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Richard Rawston
1949 - 2025RAWSTON, Richard Stephen (Dickie).
Passed away unexpectedly at Palmerston North Hospital on 13 March 2025, aged 75 years.
Much loved Dad of Tracey, Renee, Mathew, Brendon, and Cheryl.
Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Dickie’s life at the Napier Sailing Club,
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Kim Bracken Crysell
1960 - 2025CRYSELL, Kim Bracken OStJ.
After a long-fought battle, Kim passed away peacefully at HB Hospital on 15 March 2025, aged 64 years. Loved husband of Karen. Proud and much-loved Dad and father-in-law of Amy and Nathan, and James and Anouschka. Doting and adored Grandpop of Lilly and Della. A huge thank you to all the hospital staff...
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Lloyd Donald Bryant
1938 - 2025BRYANT, Lloyd Donald.
Passed away peacefully on March 15 2025, aged 87 years. Loved brother and Uncle. Long term employee of Barry Bros Transport.
A service for Lloyd will be held in the Beth Shan Chapel, 157 Georges Drive, Napier on Thursday, March 20 at 11:00am. Messages to the Bryant Family, C/- PO Box 439, Napier 4110...
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Katie Ann Old
1944 - 2025OLD, Kathleen Ann.
01.10.1944 – 02.01.2025
On 2 January 2025 at Gracelands Rest Home after a short illness, aged 80 years.
Loved wife of Trevor Old (deceased) and Robert Hall (deceased). Treasured Mum of Angela Hall (Sydney). Dearly loved oldest daughter of Win and Doug Shilton (deceased). Loved bi...
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Juliet Hedley
1945 - 2025HEDLEY, Juliet.
Passed away peacefully on 2 March 2025, at Princess Alexandra. Aged 79 years.
Dearly loved wife of John. Treasured Mum of Colin and Megan, Maz and Steve, Kristine, and Paula. A loved Nan to all her grandchildren. Loved sister of Doreen, Val, Trevor, and Lloyd.
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Barbie Hill
1947 - 2025HILL, Barbara Lenore (Barbie).
Passed away peacefully on 20 February 2025 after a long illness at Princess Alexandra. Aged 77 years.
Dearly loved wife of Richard for 53 years. Much loved mother of Alistair, Emily, Caroline, and her fur baby Petra. Adored Barbie of her grandchildren Cameron, Oscar, Monty, Harriet, and Guth...
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Penny Pearce
1964 - 2025PEARCE, Penelope Jane (Penny).
Passed away peacefully at home on 21 February 2025 surrounded by her loving family, aged 60 years.
Loved wife of John. Cherished Mum of Jordan and Grace. Beloved daughter of Ray (deceased) and Barbara Living. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Chrissie and Nigel, Campbell and Ita.
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Pearl Kate (Kitty) Brenchley
1942 - 2025BRENCHLEY, Pearl Kate (Kitty).
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by aroha on 20 February 2025, aged 82 years.
Dearly loved wife of Roy for 58 years. Treasured Mum of Derek, Johanna, Aylene and Stuart. Devoted Nan to Stephanie, and all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
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Patrick Arthur (Pat) Rennie-Hynes
1954 - 2025HYNES, Pat (Patrick Arthur Rennie-Hynes).
Pat passed at Gracelands Rest Home, Hastings surrounded by family on Saturday, February 15, 2025 aged 70 years.
Pat was a loving husband & soulmate to Ingrid.
Caring Dad & Grandad to Simone & Paul, Nicky & Ronnie, Shannon, Libby, Chelsea, Jackson & Jorja...
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Erica Bell-Hutchinson
1948 - 2025BELL-HUTCHINSON, Erica Anne.
28.11.1948 – 27.01.2025
Passed peacefully at Hastings Hospital with family at her side. Devoted to her partner Peter. Cherished Mum of Rachel and Bryan, Timothy and Jennifer. Step-mum to Shane, Glen, and Rochelle. Beloved Nana of Eden, and Eli, and step Nana to Nicole, Sage, a...
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Varian Wilson
1924 - 2025WILSON, Varian Leslie (Vern).
Aged 101 years.
22nd Battalion, J Force, Sgt 622258.
Vern passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 28 January 2025.
Dearly loved husband of the late Valerie. Much loved father of David and Dee, Carol and Jeremy, Cr...
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Colleen Downing
1931 - 2025DOWNING, Colleen Frances.
In her 94th year. Beloved wife of James (Jim) Percy and Michael (Jim) Downing (both deceased). Most treasured mother of Gregor (deceased) and Christine Percy, Roger and Gail (deceased) Percy, Janet Titter, Judith and Wayne Jater, Ray and Jan Downing, and Christopher Downing. Precious Nana to ...
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Vernon Green
1956 - 2025GREEN, Vernon John.
24.07.1956 – 17.01.2025
Loved partner of Angel. Son of Myra and John Green (deceased). Brother and brother-in-law of Fiona Green (deceased), and Vanessa and Scott Wylie. Uncle of Jason, Kelsi, Callum and Declan, and great-uncle of Jack, Ben, Reid and Cole.
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Garry John Lord
1945 - 2025LORD, Garry John.
Passed away unexpectedly on 15 January 2025 surrounded by family, aged 79 years.
Dearly loved soulmate for 64 years of Toots. A treasured Dad and Poppa to many.
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Paul Anthony Exeter
1938 - 2025EXETER, Paul Anthony.
Died peacefully at home aged 86 years. Loved husband of the late Marilyn. The very best Dad and Dad-in-law to Jackie and Peter, Gary, Lisa and Grant. Special Pops and Great-pops. Legendary brother and brother-in-law. No flowers please, instead donations can be made to Cranford Hospice and may be left at the...
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Sue McCarthy
1951 - 2025McCARTHY, Susan Margaret (Sue).
Passed away peacefully with the love and affection of her family on January 11, 2025 at Hawke’s Bay Regional Hospital, aged 73 years.
Dearly loved wife and best friend of Brian for 54 years. Loved and treasured Mum of Scott and Gill, Darren and Marion and Tracey and Chris. Adored Nana of Ge...
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William Robinson
1946 - 2025ROBINSON, William (Billy).
Passed away peacefully on 9 January 2025 after a short illness, surrounded by aroha.
Aged 78 years.
Dearly loved soulmate of Lillian. Cherished stepdad of Charmaine, Nathan (deceased),
and Leon and Rachel.
Loved and adored Pop of Marcia, Nathan, Dallas, Justise, Emanuel, and...
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Germaine Meeuws
1966 - 2025MEEUWS, Germaine (Mainy).
Unexpectedly taken on Sunday, 5 January 2025.
Dearly loved wife of Trevor, and a much-loved sister, Grandma and Aunty.
Family and friends are invited to a farewell celebration of Germaine’s life to be held in the Beth Shan Chapel, 157 Georges Drive, Napier on Saturday, 11 ...
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Alan 'Parksey' Parkes
1953 - 2024PARKES, Alan James (Parksey).
On 6 January 2025 peacefully at Hastings Hospital.
Much loved husband of Jane. Brother of Les and Judy, and brother-in-law of Alan and Graeme. Most special uncle to his nieces and nephews, and a cousin, mentor, good friend and mate to many. Will be missed by all. Special thanks to the nursing...
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Audrey Bolstad
1936 - 2025BOLSTAD, Audrey (nee Trevelyan).
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Audrey on January 2, 2025, peacefully at home, aged 88 years. Dearly loved wife of John (deceased). Much loved mother of Judith, Richard and Fay, and mother-in-law of Carina and Paul. Loved Nan to Tara, Sean, Kelly...
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Lorraine Winter
1950 - 2025WINTER, Lorraine Janice (nee Flewellen).
Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 4, 2025, aged 74 years. Beloved wife of John.
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Lynnette Thompson
1947 - 2025THOMPSON, Lynnette Anne (Lynny).
Passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025, surrounded by family. Cherished wife of the late Graham Thompson.
Mother of Deidre and Lance, and Shaun and Fern. Nana of Lesley, Corbin and Emma, Hope, Amy, Jordan and Tamu, and Shelby,
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Lisa Ratahi
1966 - 2024RATAHI, Lisa Maria.
Kua hinga te toki o aituā ki runga i to mātau taonga.
Sunrise: 10.11.1966 – Sunset: 31.12.2024
Forever in our hearts. Soulmate of 44 years to Basil Pomana. Loved by all her whānau, friends, strays, wider community, and her fur babies.
Lisa will lie at Pukemokimoki Marae, Maraenui ki Napie...
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Geoffrey Whitehead
1934 - 2024WHITEHEAD, Geoffrey Frederick.
Died on 24 December 2024, aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband and sweetheart of Faith Barber. Father of Jane, Hazel and Ben. Grandfather of Alex and Joe. Loved brother of Yanna (Jan).
A farewell for Geoffrey will be held in the Beth Shan Chapel, 371 Gloucester Street, Taradale, Napie...
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Robert Bruce Spence
1963 - 2024SPENCE, Robert Bruce (Bobby)
Passed away surrounded by aroha on 21st December 2024, aged 61 years. Dearly loved soulmate of Loretta.
Loved Dad of Caeleigh and Conlan. Respected and loved brother, uncle and friend.
A celebration of Bobby’s life will be held in the Beth Shan Cha...
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John Robert McMillin
1935 - 2024McMILLIN, John Robert.
17.10.1935 – 18.12.2024
In his 90th year. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Maureen (Hinton) for 65 years. Loved and treasured Dad and father-in-law of Raewyn and Max Goodall, Lyndy Bass, Ashley, Allison and Mark Bakon. A loved and proud Grandad to Jenna, Kieran, Dayna, Ella and Jor...
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May Ferris
1935 - 2024FERRIS, May (nee Cunniffe).
Passed away peacefully at Atawhai Rest Home on Monday, December 9, 2024 in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Mervyn Ferris.
Adored Mum of David, Mum and best friend of Angie. Cherished Nan to her only grandchild, Gabriel. Reunited with her late sister Trish, and late brother Gar...WHEN
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Gillian Margaret (Gill) Cottrell
1960 - 2024COTTRELL, Gillian Margaret (Gill)
Passed away at home surrounded by her whanau on 11 December 2024, aged 64 years. Soulmate and wife of the late Stephen. Adored mother and mother-in-law of Ivana and Mark, Tipene and Krysten, Wiremu and Laura, Mihiana and Danny, Mere and Brock. Loved Nana of Tyla, Josh, Acacia,...
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David Gordon Waugh
1948 - 2024WAUGH, David Gordon (Dave)
Died 12th December 2024. Loved husband of Lynn, father and father-in-law of Anna and Jay, Lewis and Anne; grandad and great-grandad of Samantha, Chloe, Bradley, Emma, Harry, Molly, Theo; brother of Annette and Jan. No flowers. Donations to MND NZ.
Funeral on Saturday 14th December 2024 at...
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Marion Peterson
1944 - 2024PETERSON, Marion Jean (nee Hopping).
12.12.1944 – 6.12.2024.
Almost made it to her 80th birthday!
Treasured wife of Brian. Loving mother and grandmother to Steven, Rachel, Shaun, Baby, Matt, Dem, Sabriah, Hannah, Seth, Hamish and Isaiah. Cherished member of a wide and extended family.
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Paul Wildermoth
1947 - 2024WILDERMOTH, Paul Joseph (Cods).
Passed away peacefully after a long-fought battle at home on Saturday, 7th December 2024. He will be forever loved by his whole family. A much-loved son, brother, uncle, great-uncle, and great friend to many.
In accordance with Paul’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place. ...
Vivienne (Viv) Strong
1965 - 2024STRONG, Vivienne (nee May).
Passed away 28 November 2024 after a short illness at Hastings Hospital, aged 59 years. Much-loved daughter of Michael May, Gillian Edwards and stepfather Harry (deceased). Loved sister of Michele, Deborah, John, and Ruth, and stepsister to Sharon, Gregory and Christina. Loving aunt and great-aunt to ...
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Fri 6th December 2024 at 10:30 amWHERE
Dawn Strachan
1927 - 2024STRACHAN, Dawn Elizabeth Frances.
Passed away peacefully in her 98th year, November 30, 2024. Much loved wife of the late Jack.
Loved mother and mother-in-law of Alan, Kay and Brian, Lesley and Kevin, Glenda and Tim, John (deceased) and Karen, Gregory and Lotta. Much loved Nana of her grandchildren and great gr...
Peter Schmid
1943 - 2024SCHMID, Peter (Pierre).
Passed away peacefully on December 3, 2024, aged 81. Dearly loved husband of Diana, cherished father of Tanya, Marc, Stephanie, and father-in-law of Fiona. Grandpapa to Maya, Charlie, Josh, Kate and Alexa. Remembered with love by his brother Jörg and nephew Yvan in Switzerland. A special thanks to the st...
Fay Rosalie Hunter
1938 - 2024HUNTER, Fay Rosalie.
Passed away peacefully on 28 November 2024, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of Bill for 65 years. Treasured Mum to Kerry; Karen and Trevor. Loved Nana to Niccola and John; Mark and Tanya.
Thanks to the staff at Hampton Court for their care of Fay.
In accordance wit...
Derek Moore
1936 - 2024MOORE, Derek.
Peacefully passed away at Elmwood Home and Hospital in Napier on 27 November 2024, aged 88.
He has gone to join his wife, Mary. He was a father to Antony, Terry, Claire, Amanda, Helen, Owen, Jenny, Oliver, Erolini and John. Derek loved and was loved by many grandchildren and many m...
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Pauline McLay
1933 - 2024McLAY, Pauline Mary.
Died peacefully in Hastings Hospital on 26 November 2024. Pauline was 91 years old.
Beloved wife of the late David John McLay, and devoted mother to her children, Brigid and Andrew. Adored by her grandchildren, Alexandra, Patrick, Thomas, and Flynn. Lived to be “Granny” to her great-grandchildren Lola...
Deborah Kaye Medhurst (Melody)
1962 - 2024MEDHURST (MELODY), DEBORAH KAYE
Of Waipukurau, formerly of Palmerston North. Passed away on Tuesday 19 November 2024, aged 62 years. Cherished mother of Vanessa, a mother-in-law and dearly loved sister, aunty and treasured ‘Nanny Granny’ to Amelia and Wyatt.
A service will be held in the Beth Shan Chapel, 157 Georges D...
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Mon 25th November 2024 at 1:30 pmWHERE
Mei Hirita Te Kuraroa Whaitiri
1938 - 2024WHAITIRI, Mei.
Aged 86 years. Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving whanau on November 21, 2024.
Dearly loved wife of the late Bill. Treasured Mum of Joanne, Robert, Dion, Meka and Jason.
Adored Nan and Nanny Ma to all her mokopuna.
Mei will be laying at Kohupatiki...
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Jean Cornes
1924 - 2024CORNES, Jean Eudora.
Passed away peacefully on 19 November 2024 at the Masonic Rest Home Taradale, aged 100 years.
Dearly loved wife of the late Harry. Loved mother of the late Kevin; and Lynette and Ronald Bryan. Treasured Nana of Tania and Kaylene and cherished Great Nan Nan of Ashleigh, Cayde, Connor and Joshua. Great-...
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Fri 22nd November 2024 at 11:00 amWHERE
Geoffrey David Orr
1950 - 2024ORR, Geoffrey David (Geoff)
Passed away on 11th November 2024 at Hawke’s Bay Hospital, aged 74 years.
Dearly loved partner of Trish. Loved brother of four siblings, and cherished uncle of many.
A sincere thanks to the staff at Cranford Hospice and ward B2 at Hawke’s Bay Hospital for their care of Geoff.<...
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Betty Smiley
1941 - 2024SMILEY, Betty Ethel.
Passed away surrounded by her large, loving family on Sunday, 10th November 2024, aged 83 years.
A celebration of Betty’s life will be held in the Equippers Church, 24 York Avenue, Tamatea on Wednesday 13th November at 1.30pm.
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Richard Spencer (Dick) Hilton
1951 - 2024Hilton, Richard Spencer (Dick)
Passed away peacefully on 04 November 2024. Treasured husband of Irene, Dad to Nigel, Odele and Annette and Poppa to Ollie, Hannah, Isla and Beau. Dick will be laying at Waiohiki Marae in Taradale, Napier from 2pm Wednesday and will stay until Friday 10am.
Family and friends are invited to...
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Fri 8th November 2024 at 11:00 amWHERE
Robert (Bob/Ginger) Kuru
1939 - 2024KURU, Robert (Bob/Ginger).
Passed away peacefully at home on 29 October 2024, aged 85 years.
Dearly loved husband of the late Lee. Devoted and loving Dad of Kath, Tina, Marina, Boydie, and Te Muera, and adored stepdad of Karen, Dean, Shane, and Leanne. A treasured koro and great koro to all his mokopuna.
Bob will b...
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Raymond John (Ray) Merchant
1952 - 2024MERCHANT, Raymond John (Dr).
Geologist, Inventor and master of inappropriate wit, Dr Ray Merchant’s ninth life expired on 30 October 2024 at Hastings Hospital, aged 72. Loving husband of Raema.
Loving brother of Judy and John Robertson, and loving father, grandfather and whānau of Anna, Noa, and Kayty; Marilyn; Lauren, Ta...
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Leigh Gordon Armer Cameron
1951 - 2024CAMERON, Leigh Gordon Armer.
On October 29, 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family, aged 73.
Dearly loved and loving husband of Maree. Much loved father and father-in-law of Bryce and Tessa, Janelle and Hayden, and Trudi and Liam. Loving Poppa to Hunter, Mila, Finn, Ryleigh, Ruby, Lane and Kenzie.
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Anne Mary Hoare
1937 - 2024HOARE, Anne Mary.
Passed away unexpectedly on 16 October 2024, aged 86 years.
Beloved wife of the late Norman. Fun loving Mum of Kevin, Nigel, Susan, Darryl, Brendon and their partners.
A treasured Nan/Gran to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Society ...
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Wed 23rd October 2024 at 1:00 pmWHERE
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