Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

BURKETT: Robert John (Bob)

Passing: 27th April 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 6th May 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

On 27th April 2022, peacefully in Wanganui Hospital.

Treasured husband of Valerie.

Loved father and father-in-law of Murray & Barbara, Cathie and Jason.

In accordance with Bob’s wishes a private family service has been held.

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MURRAY: Hannah

Passing: 2nd May 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 5th May 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 2nd May 2022, aged 72 years.

Much loved wife of Robert, and Mother of Pamela.

A loved Grandmother and Great Grandmother.

In accordance with the families wishes a private farewell will be held.

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DAVEY: Anthony Edward (Tony)

Passing: 2nd May 2022
Funeral: 7th May 2022 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 3rd May 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on Monday 2nd May 2022, after a short illness, aged 58 years.

Loved son of the late Edward and Emily Davey.

Treasured father of Benjamin and Daniel.

Loved Poppa Tony of Hunter, Chester, and Georgia.

Cherished younger brother of Margaret, Christine, Lindy, and Vicky.

Special and loyal friend to many.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Tony’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Saturday 7th May 2022 at 1.30pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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PUNCH: Locheen Jeanette (nee McGregor)

Passing: 2nd May 2022
Funeral: 6th May 2022 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 3rd May 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Wanganui Hospital on Monday 2nd May 2022, rising 79.

Loved wife of the late Tom Punch.

Loved Mum of Hadyn and Zoe, and Sarah.

Loved Grandma Loch to Jackson.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Locheen’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui, on Friday 6th May 2022 at 2.00pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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REYNOLDS: Larry James

Passing: 28th April 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 2nd May 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

On Thursday 28th April 2022, aged 85 years.

Loved son of the late Jack and Mavis, father of Roanne, and Julienne, and grandfather.

Brother of Dennis, Diane, Maureen and, Bill, uncle and friend.

A private cremation has been held.

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SUTHERLAND: Mary Elizabeth

Passing:
Funeral: 6th May 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
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Published: 1st May 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Passed away peacefully in her 80th year.

Daughter of the late Brian and Gladys McLean.

Wife of the late Donald Sutherland.

Loved mother of Tina and Murray

Fond sister in law of Lewanna McLean, Spin and Joan Sutherland.

The family sincerely wishes to thank all the staff at Lady Joy Rest Home for their love and care of Mary.

A service for Mary will be held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Friday 6th May 2022 at 11.00am.

Mary’s service can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘Watch a Funeral Online’ link.

All messages to the Sutherland Family, PO Box 341, Whanganui.

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CHRISTODOULAKI: Athena

Passing: 28th April 2022
Funeral: 2nd May 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 1st May 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Left this world peacefully at home on Thursday 28th April 2022.

She was surrounded by family and loved ones.

Much loved and respected Mum and Mother-in-Law to Michele and Richard Christie and Nick and Susan Olney. Cherished Yia Yia to Helena, and Monique.

A collector of people, who could light up any room and will forever be in our hearts.

Athena will be resting at home until the celebration of her life, which friends and family are invited to attend on Monday 2nd May 2022 at 11.00am in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui, followed by cremation.

As it’s a celebration of her life, the family will be in bright cheerful colours; feel free to join them in this tribute.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Hospice Whanganui. Athena’s service can be viewed online at www. dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘Watch a Funeral Online' Link.

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MIST: Geoffrey Harold (Geoff)

Passing: 20th April 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 1st May 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

On the 20th April 2022, peacefully in Whanganui Hospital, aged 82 years.

Geoff will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

In accordance with the Families wishes a private cremation has been held.

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ASHTON: Patricia (Pat)

Passing: 15th April 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 1st May 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 15th April 2022 at Masonic Court Rest Home, aged 96 years.

Loved Wife of the late Angus (Joe).

Dearly loved Mum and Mother in Law of Carol and John Smyth, Lynette Ashton-Smith and Steve, Paul and Janene, David and Jacquie, and the late Greg.

A much loved Nana and Great Nana of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A loved Aunt of Diana Morgan, and Elaine Tyson and their families.

In accordance with Pat’s wishes a private family service has been held.

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KING: Nancy Alice (Nan)

Passing: 28th April 2022
Funeral: 3rd May 2022 at 11:30 a.m.
Published: 30th April 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

On 28th April 2022, peacefully at home, aged 87 years.

Dearly loved Wife of the late John.

Much loved Mum and Mother-In-law of Wendy and Bruce McGhie, Bryan and Cheryl.

Loved Nanna of Kyla, Mel, and Lyndon. Loved Gran of her 8 Great Grandchildren.

Friends are invited to attend a service to celebrate Nan’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Tuesday 3rd May 2022 at 1.30pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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