Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

HUIJS: William Francis

Passing: 9th October 2024
Funeral: 12th October 2024 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 10th October 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Starship Hospital on 9th October 2024, aged 11 years.

Beautiful Wee Man of Glenn and Jemma, special Big Brother of Sadie-Grace.

Beloved Grandson of Willy and Sue, and Craig and Megan Smith, and their families.

A service to celebrate William's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Saturday 12th October 2024 at 10:30am.

Please wear bright colours.

William’s service will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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EVANS: Norman

Passing: 26th September 2024
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 1st October 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully in Whanganui Hospital on 26th September 2024, aged 94 years.

In accordance with Norman’s wishes, a private cremation will take place.

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GRANT: Gaelyn Mary

Passing: 20th September 2024
Funeral: 28th September 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 24th September 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Unexpectedly at home on 20th September 2024.

Forever loving Mum and Nan of Narelle, Cameron, and Blair; and Phoebe.

Devoted daughter of the late Keith and Ngaire Grant.

Loving sister to her brothers and sister; doting Aunty Gaelee of all her nephews, nieces, and great nephew.

A genuine and selfless friend.

A service to celebrate Gaelyn’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Saturday 28th September 2024 at 2.00pm, and will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz.

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WATT: James Robert (Rob) JP

Passing: 16th September 2024
Funeral: 21st September 2024 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 17th September 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

It is with great sadness we share the news of Rob’s passing at Springvale Manor Rest Home, on Monday 16th September 2024, aged 81 years.

One of life’s true Gentlemen”

Much loved Husband of Carol and loved by Kim and Dion.

Poppa of Isobel, Hamish, and Cooper.

A loved Brother of the late Hannah, Margaret, Ron, and David.

Loved Uncle Robbie of all his Nieces and Nephews.

Rob’s service can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz “watch services online”.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Rob’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Saturday 21st September 2024 at 1.30pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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SCHIERNY: Patricia (Bunny), nee Dower

Passing: 11th September 2024
Funeral: 14th September 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 12th September 2024

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Passed peacefully at home on the 11th September, aged 74.

Mum to Coral and Kelly, Nana of Justine, Chontelle, Sienna, Zak, and Beth.

Sister of Terry, Karlene and Kevin.

Mum will be at the Crematorium Chapel on Saturday the 14th September at 11.00am.

All welcome to come and share memories and say goodbye.

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KIDDIE: Ngarongo Kaumoana (Mona)

Passing: 5th September 2024
Funeral: 9th September 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 6th September 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully at home on Thursday 5th September 2024, in her 93rd year.

Dearly loved wife of the late Les.

A much loved Mum; treasured Nan / Kui of all her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren; a loved sister and aunty.

Sadly missed by all her whanau.

Mum is at home, 15B Hood Street, Whanganui.

Her funeral will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, on Monday 9th September at 11.00am, and live streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz.

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GRESHAM: Peter John Hon ONZM JP

Passing: 31st August 2024
Funeral: 5th September 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 1st September 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at the Jane Winstone Retirement Village, surrounded by love, on Saturday 31st August 2024, aged 91 years.

Beloved husband of the late Margot.

Much loved father and father-in-law of Anna and Lachie, Jane and Graeme, Toby and Jo, Simon and Heather, Adam and Rachael and Guy and Jodi.

An adored Grandfather to Lucy, Angus and Sarah; Hugo, Freddie and Lily; Elliot and Rosa; Isaac, Rosie, Oscar and Sam; Jonty and Greer; Gibson and Waverley and Great Grandfather to Ellie and Harriet.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Peter’s life at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Guyton Street, Whanganui on Thursday 5th September 2024, at 2.00pm.

Peter’s service can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘Watch Services online’ link.

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VINCENT: Eileen

Passing: 16th August 2024
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 25th August 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully passed away 16th August 2024, at New Vista Rest Home.

Much loved Mum to Christine, Karen, Denise, & Darryl.

Loved Nana & Nana Eileen to all her Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren.

At peace with John.

In accordance with Eileen’s wishes a private Family Service has been held.

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SPENCER: James Alexander Walton (Jim)

Passing: 19th August 2024
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 25th August 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Dad passed away peacefully on 19th August 2024 at Whanganui Hospital, aged 91 years.

Dearly loved Husband of the late Jan.

A much loved & respected Dad of Lynn, Joanne, & Mark & Sons-in-law David & Michael.

An adored, doting & fun Grandad of Emma, Josie, Martin & their partners Patrick, Nik & Libby.

Best Great Grandad to James, Poppy, Jack, & Esther.

As per Dad’s wishes a private celebration of his life has been held & he is now resting with our loved Mum.

In lieu of flowers if you would like to make a donation to KidsCan or the Make A Wish Foundation, Dad would appreciate it as he loved children.

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NEILSON: Phyllis Anne (Phyl) nee Avison

Passing: 22nd August 2024
Funeral: 24th August 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 22nd August 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at home on 22nd August 2024, aged 81 years.

Much loved Mum and Mother-in-Law of Deborah and Ian, and Janine and the late Dave.

Loving Nana of 6 Grandchildren and 8 Great Grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Whanganui would be appreciated and can be left at the chapel.

Friends are invited to a service for Phyl in the Aramoho Crematorium Chapel, McNeill St, Whanganui

on Saturday 24th August 2024 at 11.00am.

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