Whanganui Funeral Notices

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Passed away peacefully at St John's Hill Healthcare in his 97th year on 3rd May 2020.

Dearly loved husband of the late Monica for 60 years.

Loved dad and father in law of Lewis and Sue, Bev and Rod, Wayne and Gay.

Much loved Grandad, Great Grandad and Great Great Grandad.

"Forever in our hearts and thoughts"

Special thanks to the amazing staff at St John's Hill Healthcare for taking such good care of Ken.

Thank you also to Mary for her friendship with Ken.

Due to current restrictions a Private Family Funeral Service for Ken will be held on Thursday 7th May 2020 at 1pm.

Family & Friends are invited to watch the live Webcast via www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz Watch Funeral Online link.

On 1st May 2020, peacefully with his loving family at his side in Palmerton North Hospital, aged 50 years.

Beloved son of Juliet and the late Jim. Much loved brother and brother in law of Wendy, Kirsty and Mike, Peter and Wendy, and Penelope.

A much loved and precious uncle of all his nieces and nephews.

“He’s gone to be with Jesus”

A private family service for James will be held to be followed by a memorial service at a later date.

On May 1, 2020 peacefully in Wanganui Hospital, aged 95 years.

Loved wife of the late Les. Much loved mother and mother in law of Lyn and Lindsay Skinner, Pat and Kevin White, and John.

A loved grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother.

Our sincerest thanks to Edith’s home helpers over the past few years.

A private Family Service for Edith has been held.

Passed away in New Plymouth on 25/04/20 - Age 57.

Dearly loved mum and mother-in-law to Stefan, Teresa & Ricky, Samantha & Mark.

Nanny to R.J, Jahrn, Jai, Quin and Jade.

Wife to Darryl.

Partner to John.

A private service and cremation was held at Dempsey and Forrest Wanganui on the 1/5/20 with a burial service to follow at a later date.

Passed peacefully in Whanganui on Thursday, 30th April 2020, aged 90 years.

Much loved husband of Hani, and loved Dad to (the late) Shirley, (the late) Shane, Lucille, Arthur, Sharon, Carl, Marice, Jimmy, and Terence. Special Uncle to Alma and Rod.

A funeral service for Arthur will be live-streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz on Monday 4th May 2020 at 1pm.

On May 1, 2020 peacefully at Wanganui Hospital, in his 90th year.

Dearly loved husband of Margaret for 63 years.

Much loved father and father in law of Heather and Ian, Leigh, Ross, Faye, and the late Monica.

Adored grandad of Jillian, Andrea and James; Georgia, Thomas; and Leah.

Very special great granddad Alf of Caitlyn, Jamie, and Sophie.

Survived by his siblings Fay and Lance.

Alf you will be missed and loved by your family and friends forever.

All messages C/- the Williams family P.O. Box 341, Wanganui.

Due to current restrictions a Private Family Service for Alf will be held.

Alf’s Service will be Zoomed.

On 30th April 2020, peacefully in Wanganui Hospital , aged 73 years.

Beloved wife of the late Jim. Dearly loved mother and mother in law of Des and Penny (Auckland), and Michael and Louise (Wellington). Very much loved Granny to Liam, and Daniel.

Loved sister and sister in law of Maureen and Ted Downs and a loved aunt of all her nieces and nephews.

Special thanks to Vera’s friends for their loved and support.

Many thanks to the staff of Wanganui Hospital Surgical Ward and Critical Care Unit.

In accordance with Vera’s wishes a private family service will be held.

(of Whanganui, formerly of Levin).

Passed away peacefully, but unexpectedly while harvesting his garden, on 26th April 2020, in his 92nd year.

Eldest son of the late Val (Valentine) Whiley and Alice Whiley (nee Aiken). Brother of the late Maxwell Spencer Whiley. Loved uncle to Jan Coton, Owen Whiley, Sheryl Selwyn and Bruce Whiley; brother in law to Judy Whiley; and great uncle to many grand nieces and nephews.

Ross was dear to many who knew him. He was faithful and zealous to the end in his Christian life and belief in Jesus Christ. In his working life he managed his horticultural business. An accomplished gardener, he was passionate about nature and healthy living, and was always keen to share his faith.

In accordance with Government restrictions a private family burial has been held in Levin.

A memorial service will be held at a later date, likely in Whanganui.

Messages to the family can be emailed to Owen Whiley (owen.whiley@titan.nz ), or sent to Sheryl Selwyn, 521 Muritai Road, Eastbourne, New Zealand.

Ross, we hold happy memories of you, and trust you to the loving eternal care of your Lord.

Peacefully at the family home on Pickwick Road, Saturday 25th April, aged 90 years.

Much loved husband of Jeanette. Much loved Dad and father in law to Gregor & Kerry, Jason, Amanda & Ben. Much loved step father to Jo & Dan, Debbie and Vicki. Much loved and respected Grandad and Poppa to his grandchildren.

Ted loved Wanganui, he lived most of his 90 years here and contributed in many way towards making the City he loved a better place.

With Covid-19 restrictions, a Private Zoom Funeral was held on Thursday. Family and close friends gave Ted a loving farewell, celebrating a life very well lived.

Ted will be missed.

Peacefully at home with family, in Wanganui, on Friday, 24th April 2020, aged 81 years.

Dearly loved husband and best friend for nearly 60 years of Barbara. Much loved Dad of Michael and Helena, Mark and Jo, and Kim and Micheal.

A loving Pop of Heather, Gemma, Lauren, and Joel.

A service for Les will be live streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz on Wednesday 29th April at 11.00.am.