Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

ROSS: William James (Jim)

Passing: 5th August 2021
Funeral: 10th August 2021
Published: 7th August 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

On 5th August 2021 after a brave battle, aged 83 years.

Dearly loved husband of Mary. Much loved father of Alison and Brendon. A loved brother,

brother in law and uncle. Special thanks to the staff of Trinity Rest Home, Hawera and Patea Doctor’s surgery for their care of Jim.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Jim’s life in the Waverley Rugby Club Rooms, Chester Street, Waverley on Tuesday 10th August 2021 at 2.00pm, to be followed by interment in the Waverley Cemetery.

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HADDOCK: Margaret Mary

Passing: 4th August 2021
Funeral: 10th August 2021
Watch Online: Yes
Published: 5th August 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Jane Winstone Retirement Village on Wednesday 4th August 2021, aged 83 years.

Dearly loved wife of Russell for over 60 years.

Much loved and treasured mother and mother in law of Cecilia and Wayne (Melbourne), Kevin, Angela and Pearse, Louise and Alistair, and Monica and Simon (Isle of Mull, Scotland).

Loved Grandma of Emily and Sophie; Jack, Andrew and Sinead; Sacha, Hannah and Josef; and Robin.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated for Margaret in St Mary’s Catholic Church, Guyton St on Tuesday 10th August 2021 at 1.00pm, to be followed by interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

The family extend an invitation to join them for Rosary for Margaret in the Church on Monday evening at 5.30pm.

Margaret’s Service is being webcast and can be viewed on www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz 'Watch Funeral On Line'

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MEEK: Rosemary Martha (Barron)

Passing: 28th July 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 3rd August 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away 28th July 2021, aged 89.

Much loved mother of Craig, (the late) Keith, and Russell.

Mother-in-law of Judy, and Julie, and a loved Nana and Great Nana.

Thank you to the staff of Masonic Court for the wonderful care over the years Mum has been with you.

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

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CORNEY: Elva Gladys

Passing: 1st August 2021
Funeral: Memorial Svce Later
Published: 3rd August 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed peacefully at Whanganui Hospital on 1st August 2021.

loved wife of the late Kevin.

Loved and special Mum of Jennifer, Noeline, John, Colin, David, Philip, Christopher, Michele, Gillian, and their partners. loved Nana to 20 grandchildren, and 20 great grandchildren.

In accordance with Elva’s wishes a private cremation has been held, a memorial service will follow.

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ASHWIN: Allan

Passing: 31st July 2021
Funeral: 4th August 2021
Published: 1st August 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Kowhainui Home, Whanganui on Saturday 31st July 2021, aged 88 years.

Dearly loved husband of the late Iris.

Much loved father and father-in-law of Brian, the late Wayne, Sandra and Alec, and Catherine and Sam.

Much loved brother of Margaret.

Treasured grandfather of Lorraine, Julie and Ed, Craig and Katrina, Jessica, Renee and Hamish, and great-grandfather of Rosemary, Hugh, and Peter.

Allan and Iris's wishes are for friends to join the family at 96a Bell Street, Whanganui from 3.30 - 6.00pm. on Wednesday 4th August 2021 to celebrate his life.

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CUMMINS: Douglas Kimo

Passing: 26th July 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 31st July 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

22.12.1959 – 26.07.2021

Suddenly at home. Loved son of the late Kua and Evelyn Cummins.

A loved brother and brother in law of Deborah Dillon (deceased), David (twin brother, deceased),

and Robson and Karyn.

Treasured uncle of Sean, Renee and Shannen Cummins, and Rebecca and Samuel Dillon.

Douglas is now resting in peace with his best mate.

In accordance with Douglas's wishes a private family service has been held.

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McDOWALL: Kenneth Frederick (Ken)

Passing: 28th July 2021
Funeral: 5th July 2021
Published: 30th July 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Suddenly but peacefully at home on 28th July 2021, aged 80 years.

Dearly loved husband of Prue. Much loved father and father in law of Peter, Wendy and Brendon Somerville, and the late Helen.

A loved Grandpa of Jonty, Marcel, and Finn.

A loved brother and brother in law of Max and Regina, Jean and the late Bryan Ibell, Beth and the late Ramon Pethig, Robert (deceased) and Ainslie, Roger (deceased) and Annie Low.

Loved uncle of his many nieces and nephews.

Ken will be dearly missed by his family and many friends both locally and overseas.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Ken’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Thursday 5th August 2021 at 1.30pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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WATSON: Selwyn McIlroy

Passing: 27th July 2021
Funeral: 2nd August 2021
Published: 28th July 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Selwyn passed away peacefully early Tuesday 27th July 2021.

Beloved husband of Juliet, role model and adored father of Gerald and Bridget, cherished and admired brother of Barry and the late Robin, loved and respected father-in-law of Ronnie and Paula, inspirational Grandad to Emily and Sarah, ingenious ‘Ganda’ to Sammie, legendary uncle to all his nieces and nephews.

Our family would like to thank Dr Sher Khan, and the staff at Whanganui Hospital and Broadview Retirement Village.

Selwyn was a loyal, caring and thoughtful friend to all who knew him.

A funeral service for Selwyn will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Monday 2nd August 2021 at 11:30am.

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McLEOD: Heather (née McFarland)

Passing: 26th July 2021
Funeral: 30th July 2021
Watch Online: Yes
Published: 28th July 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on 26th July 2021 in Wanganui, aged 74 years.

Heather is survived by Kevin, her loving and devoted husband of 44 years. Beloved mother of Steven, and Kelly; and step-mum of Clarke, and Luanne. Mother-in-law of Jennifer, and Paula; Grandmother of Ratu, Evelyn, and Sinead; sister of Bruce, Glenys, and Alister; as well as many loving nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice Whanganui at www.hospicewhanganui.org.nz/donate

A service to celebrate Heather’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Friday 30th July at 10:30am, and will be live streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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EDE: Wendy Edith

Passing: 26th July 2021
Funeral: 30th July 2021
Published: 27th July 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Whanganui Hospital on Monday 26th July 2021, aged 81 years.

Loved wife of the late Ray.

Treasured Mum of Sam and Ruth, Julie (dec), Joanne and Nigel, Denise and Jason, Paul and Vicky, and Bryan.

Much loved Nana and great-nana to all her grand children and great-grand children.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Wendy’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui, on Friday 30th July 2021 at 1.30 p.m, to be followed by a private cremation.

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