Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

HAAKMA: Zechariah John (Zech)

Passing: 23rd October 2020
Funeral: 28th October 2020
Published: 26th October 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On 23rd October 2020 tragically taken from us as the result of an accident, aged 16 years young.

Loving son of John & Rachel.

A wonderful brother and an amazing Uncle.

‘He has been a real blessing to us, thank God for him.’

Thank you to the first responders, especially for praying with Zech. Thank you also to the Emergency Services and Kai Iwi School community for the uncommon and ongoing care and support.

Friends are invited to attend a service to celebrate Zech’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Wednesday 28th October 2020 at 1.30pm, to be followed by Interment at the Maxwell Cemetery.

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

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RANGIRANGI: Pania Wikitoria

Passing: 26th October 2020
Funeral: 29th October 2020
Published: 26th October 2020

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed peacefully in Hospice Whanganui on 26th October 2020.

Loving partner of Jack Hollenback. Loving mother and mother in law of Natasha, Rikkimay, Harley and Stephaine, Ford, and Wikitoria.

A loving grandmother, aunty, sister, and friend to many.

Pania is laying at 35 Carson Street, Whanganui. Her funeral service will be held at the house on Thursday 29th October 2020 at 11.00am, followed by cremation at the Aramoho Crematorium.

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GARNER: James Leslie

Passing: 18th October 2020
Funeral: 4th November 2020
Published: 26th October 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On Sunday 18th October 2020 in Hospice Whanganui, aged 91 years.

Loved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.

Rosary for James will be held on Tuesday 3rd November 2020 at 3pm at Dempsey & Forrest.

A service to celebrate James life will be held at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Guyton Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 4th November 2020 at 1.30pm, followed by interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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

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BARRIE: Monica Roden

Passing: 20th October 2020
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 24th October 2020

Cleveland Funeral Home

Died Wanganui 20th October 2020.

Born Selkirk Scotland.

Dearest wife of the late Adam Barrie.

Beloved mother and mother in law of Kim and Terry (Bill) Kennedy, Leeza and Anton willis, Johnnie Barrie, and Scott Barrie. Adored Granny and friend of Aysha, Amy, Leia, Calum, Zen, Marek, Jayden, and Taylor. Great Gran of 12. Loving Aunt of Frances Innes (Selkirk, Scotland)

In accordance with Mum’s wishes a private family service has been held. ‘Rest In Peace our Bonnie Lass’

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PAYNE: Pam

Passing: 20th October 2020
Funeral: 27th October 2020
Published: 21st October 2020

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed peacefully on Tuesday 20th October 2020 in Whanganui.

Beloved mother of Ginny, Rob, Andrew, and Chris, grandmother, great grandmother and even great great grandmother (yes we know she was amazing) to too many to list here. She has joined her late husband Tom in the great hereafter.

Thank you to the lovely staff at St John's Healthcare who made her last days comfortable.

Rest In Peace.

Love always.

A Memorial Service to celebrate Pam’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre St, Whanganui on Tuesday 27th October at 3pm.

In Memory of Pam, Donations to Canteen would be appreciated.

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SPRINGER: Margaret Helen

Passing: 20th October 2020
Funeral: 23rd October 2020
Published: 21st October 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

Suddenly on 20th October 2020, aged 83 years.

Loved wife of the late Leo. Much loved Mum and mother in law of Susan and Allan, Greg and Christine, and Anne. A loved grandmother and great grandmother.

Loved Nana of Jenna, and Loren.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Margaret’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Friday 23rd October 2020 at 1.30pm, to be followed by interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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JACKSON: Peter George

Passing: 1st October 2020
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 20th October 2020

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully on Thursday 1st October 2020 with family by his side.

Loved by his wife Gwendolyn, her family of Graeme, and Richard (Brett) and (the late) Carolyn, and grandchildren Logan, and Ethan; Matthew, and Louise.

To Hospice and Summerset Village staff thank you for the fantastic support, you’re all amazing.

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

“Fly high, dear man, you’ve earned your wings”

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FILER: Valerie Dorene (Val)

Passing: 9th October 2020
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 20th October 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On 9th October 2020 at Summerset Rest Home.

Loved wife of Bob for 72 years. Mother and mother in law of Gloria McLouglin,

Dianne Holly-Filer, Cath and the late Barry Filer, Craig Filer, Joan and Don O’Connor,

Jennie and Rex Calver, Greg and Jo Filer, and Pam Filer.

Much loved Nana of her 22 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild.

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

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TUNBRIDGE: Colin Svensden

Passing: 13th October 2020
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 20th October 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On 13th October 2020 peacefully at Hospice Wanganui, aged 85 years young.

Dearly loved husband of the late Barbara.

Loved Dad and father-in-law of Chris and Lesley, Andrew and Wendy, Kathryn and Mark.

Adored Poppa of Michael, Nathan; Kieran, Brooke, Ella; Chloe; Jordan, Sophie, and Kate.

Loved Gran Poppa to Lachlan.

In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Wanganui will be greatly appreciated and can posted to P.O.Box 4284, Wanganui.

Colin’s legacy will live on through his family and their love for one another.

In accordance with Colin’s wishes a Private Family Farewell has been held.

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MILLS: Ross Craighead (Joblin-Mills)

Passing: 14th October 2020
Funeral: 17th October 2020
Published: 14th October 2020

Cleveland Funeral Home

7th January,1954 - 14th October, 2020

Passed away peacefully at home, so dearly loved by his family and friends.

Son of the late Craig and late Barbara, brother of Stuart and Victoria.

Husband of Kate and the late Lynette, father of Joshua, Reuben, Nicholas, Aidan, Sigrid, Alice and their partners. Opa to his 8 darling grandchildren and respected member of the wider Mills, Joblin and Power families.

Ross is with us at home until his funeral.

His funeral will take place on Saturday 17th October, 11.00 am at 19 St Oswald’s Drive, Brunswick, Whanganui.

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