Whanganui Funeral Notices

Peacefully at Palmerston North Hospital on Tuesday 23rd March 2021, aged 67 years.

Dearly loved daughter of the late Ivan and Annie and much loved sister and sister in law of Russell and Margaret, the late David and Trudy, Len and the late Barbara (Sydney), the late Margaret and Barry, and Tony. Loved Auntie of all her nieces and nephews.

Requiem Mass will be celebrated at the Holy Family Catholic Church, Tawhero Street, on Friday 26th March at 11.30am, to be followed by interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

The family extend an invitation to join them for Rosary for Kathryn in the Church Chapel on Thursday evening at 5.00pm.

Suddenly on 20th March 2021, as the result of an accident.

Much loved son of Maxine and Michael Te Kura (Australia).

A loved father, koro, brother, brother in law, uncle cousin and friend, who will be sadly missed.

Lewis is lying on Te Puke Marae, Raetihi.

Final Service will be held at the Marae on Friday 26th March at 11.00am, followed by interment at Paraweka Marae Urupa, Pipiriki, Whanganui River Road.

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on the 27th March 2020.

Loved Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather of Darren and Rachel, Lisa, Gavin, Rachel and all the grandies.

Due to lockdown restrictions last year Graham was unable to have a Service.

Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service to celebrate Graham’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Saturday 27th March 2021, at 1.00pm

Today, 23rd March 2021, a gentle spirit left this earth. Our amazing son, husband, father, grandad, brother, brother in law and uncle is no longer here in the flesh. His legacy will live on with our family, who truly love him, forever.

Devoted husband to Dorothy, caring father and father in law to Joanne and Hayden, Martin and Jane, and Greg and Amy.

Proud grandad to Leo, Quinn, Van and Mack, and Dudley and Monty.

Loved eldest son of Iris and the late Alan Burgess. Brother and brother in law to Peter, Mandy, Russell and Sandi, Margaret and the late Jim, Beverly and Dave, and John and Lis.

A loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Ian’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Friday 26th March 2021 at 1.30pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

Passed away surrounded by her loving family on 21st March 2021, aged 80 years.

Loved wife of the late Alan. Dearly loved mother and mother in law of Peter and Julie, Andrew and Jacqui, Sarah and Steve, and her adored dog Tuppence.

Much loved grandma and great grandma.

Loved sister, aunt, cousin and friend to many.

Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Lesley’s life in the Central Baptist church,

Wicksteed Street, Wanganui on Monday 29th March 2021 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private

Cremation.

Suddenly at Whanganui Hospital on Tuesday 16th March 2021, aged 74 years.

Loved partner of Janine.

Loved Dad of Suzzanne, Paul, Justin, Rebecca, James, William, and John.

Loved and cheeky grandad to five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Special friend to Rachel, Belle, Charlotte, Peru, Arlene, and all the Russell Family.

Loved brother of 'The Hill Clan'.

In lieu of flowers donations to Ronald McDonald House would be greatly appreciated and can be left Les's Service.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Les's life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui, on Saturday 20th March at 11.00 a.m, to be followed by a private cremation.

Passed away peacefully at Hospice Whanganui on Tuesday 16th March 2021, aged 57 years, after a short but courageous and dignified battle.

Dearly loved wife and soulmate of Greg. Cherished and adored mum of Reece and Nathan and special new friend to Shania.

A treasured daughter of Leith and Elspeth Shand and much loved little sister to Kristine and Bevan (Aus). Loved sister-in-law to Pete, Rhonda and Wayne (Aus).

A much loved daughter-in-law to Arlene and Chicka (dec)(Aus). The cool and loved aunt to her nieces and nephews Joanna, Phillippa, Shannon, Todd, Joel (dec) and Tate all in Australia. A loved niece and kindred spirit to Patricia (dec).

A special friend to so many wonderful people who are scattered all around the world and can’t be here to farewell Tonia.

Our gratitude goes out to the staff of Palmerston North Hospital and the caring staff at Hospice Whanganui for their loving care of Tonia for her last days. In lieu of flowers a donation to Hospice Whanganui would be greatly appreciated.

The family invite you to join them to celebrate Tonia’s extraordinary life on Monday 22nd March 1.00 pm at Cleveland Funeral Home, followed by a private cremation.

As per Tonia’s wishes please no black just bright colours to brighten the day.

Passed away peacefully in Broadview Rest Home on 16th March 2021.

Loved father to Shawn, Andrew, Shannen, Dijana, and Ethan. Loving grandfather to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Best mate of (Sam) Sandra Rickey and Tony Aitkinson. Father-in-law to Charmaine Willis-Croft.

A service to celebrate Allan’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Friday 19th March 2021 at 1.00pm.

On 17th March 2021, peacefully at home with family by his side, aged 69 years young.

Dearly loved husband of Ann.

Loved Dad and Father-in-law of Angela & Joe, John & Gemma, Brendon & Amanda, Sarah & Miguel.

Loving Grandad of Xavier, Israel, Ruby, Indy, Jed, Chico, Oscar, Koby, and a little one on the way.

Step Grandad to Aynkan, and Ali. Loved brother of Lorraine, the late Jack, and the late Ron.

Rob will be dearly missed by many.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Rob’s life in the Eulogy Lounge at the Wanganui Function Centre, Wanganui Racecourse, Purnell Street, Wanganui on Monday 22nd March 2021 at 1.00pm, to be followed by Interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

Rob’s Service will be Webcast live on www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz watch a Funeral online link.

Suddenly at Whanganui Hospital, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday 14th March 2021, aged 64 years.

Loved daughter of Lesley & the late Merlin George.

Loved wife of Clive.

Cherished Mum of Aland, and Kristal and Nana to her 6 Grandchildren.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Paula’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Friday 19th March 2021 at 11.00am, to be followed by a Private Cremation.

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Suddenly at Whanganui Hospital surrounded by her loving family on Sunday 14th March 2021, aged 64 years.

Loved daughter of Lesley & the late Merlin George.

Dearly loved sister of Shona, Ken, Lorraine, Dawn, Warren, and Joan Hewitt.

Much loved Aunty of all her Nieces & Nephews and special friend of Shirley.