Whanganui Funeral Notices

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CONNORS: Margaret Mary (nee Sullivan)

Passing: 8th October 2023
Funeral: 13th October 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 9th October 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully in Whanganui Hospital on 8th October 2023, in her 91st year.

Loved Wife of the late Bernard.

Dearly loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Bruce and the late Anne, Debbie, Roz and Henri, David (dec),

Leanne and Bernard, Catherine and Doug, Anthony and Wendy, and Graham.

A much loved Nana to her 22 Grandchildren and loved Nana Margaret to her 31 Great Grandchildren.

A loved Sister, Sister-in-law, and Aunt.

Rosary will be recited at 4 Warwick Place on Thursday 12th October, at 5.00pm.

Requiem Mass to be celebrated for Margaret in St Mary’s Catholic Church, Guyton Street, Whanganui on Friday 13th October 2023 at 1.30pm, to be followed by interment in the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

Margaret’s Requiem Mass can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz watch a Funeral Online Link.

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GOULD: Leslie David, (Les)

Passing:
Funeral: 12th October 2023 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 9th October 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

1946 - 2023

Loved father of Stephen, Joanna, Matthew, and Caitlyn.

Family and friends are invited to celebrate Les’s life at the Wanganui Bridge Club, 3 Parson Street, Wanganui on Thursday 12th October 2023 at 10:30am, the service will be live-streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz.

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ALLEN: Teresa Teata

Passing: 6th October 2023
Funeral: 11th October 2023 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 9th October 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully at home on 6th October 2023.

Loved daughter of the late Ada Te Ata and Trevor Tautoko Hina.

Dearly loved wife of James and loving Mum of Phillip.

Treasured Nan of Teatawhai, and Ariana and much loved Great Nan of Wiremu, and Tautoko.

A loved sister of John.

A service to celebrate Teresa's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 11th October 2023, at 2.00pm.

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RAYMOND: Peter Allan (Blackie)

Passing: 30th September 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 7th October 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Passed away peacefully on Saturday 30th September 2023, aged 82.

Dearly loved Husband of the late Jill.

Much loved Brother, Brother-in-Law, and Uncle.

‘A Good Bastard who has bowled his last Bowl.’

As per Blackie's wishes, a private service has been held.

Rest in Peace

All messages c/o Dempsey & Forrest, PO Box 341, Whanganui.

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WILLACY: Lynda Jean, (nee Ruscoe)

Passing: 28th September 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 7th October 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Wanganui on Thursday, 28th September 2023.

Dearly loved wife of the late Brian.

Much loved Mum of Glenn and Sue, and Allan and Julie.

Loving Nana of Mike, Sam, Leah, and Bella and Great Nana of May, and Violet.

In accordance with Lynda’s wishes a private farewell has been held.

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WINSOR: Jill

Passing: 30th September 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 7th October 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Born in London 7th October 1935 - died in Whanganui 30th September 2023.

Jill, loved Mother of Susan, Bruce, Shelley, Caroline, Prudence, Timothy, Tracy, Simon, and Bridget.

Loved Mother-in-law, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and Friend.

Jill leaves a legacy of love and care for those who need it, and a great passion for animals, and her dogs.

“See you over the rainbow bridge Jill”.

In accordance with Jill’s wishes, a private farewell has been held.

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WILSON: John Arthur Bracken

Passing: 6th October 2023
Funeral: 11th October 2023 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 6th October 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully on Friday 6th October 2023, aged 90 years.

Dearly loved and cherished husband of the late Nola.

Loved father and father-in-law of Richard and Lesley, Duncan and Darcy, and Juliet.

Loving Grandpa and friend to Amber, Joshua and Melissa, Rebecca and Max, and Callum.

In memory of John, donations to The St John Ambulance Service would be appreciated.

A service to celebrate John’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 11th October 2023, at 10:30am.

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MILNE: Judy Anne

Passing: 3rd October 2023
Funeral: 7th October 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 4th October 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Whanganui Hospital on Tuesday 3rd October 2023, aged 84 years.

Much loved wife of the late Ron (Mosey) for 61 years.

Loved, respected, and honoured Mum of Grant and Jeanenne, Susan and John, and Kathryn.

Adored Nana of Sarah and Wayne, Amy and Nick, Amanda and Joe, Mark and Niamh, Richard and Alana, Rachel and Vini, Daniel and Gina, Michael and Lynda, and 16 great-grandchildren.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Judy’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Saturday 7th October 2023 at 1.30pm, to be followed by interment at the Waverley Cemetery.

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal;

Love leaves a memory no one can steal.

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FLETCHER: Derryn Ann (nee TRAINOR)

Passing: 28th September 2023
Funeral: 12th October 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 4th October 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Taken suddenly on 28th September 2023.

Beloved daughter of the late Patrick and Audrey Trainor.

Soulmate and loving wife of Murray.

Beloved and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Nathan and Kieren, Nik and Imogen, and Tim.

Devoted and treasured Nanny Dee of Kieren, Cody, Noah, Jethro, Eli, Audrey-Rose, Flynn, and Tex.

Much loved sister and sister-in-law of Danny, Denise, and Kevin (all dec), and of Nev and Julie, Kerry and Adrienne, and Wendy.

Respected sister-in-law of Glenis and Mark, Garry and Kim, and Donna and Waisale.

Much loved Aunty Dee to all her nephews and nieces.

Wonderful mum to her beloved fur babies Penny and Mollie.

Special thanks to the staff at Wellington ICU for their care and support.

In lieu of flowers donations to Barnardo’s would be gratefully accepted and can be left at Derryn’s Service.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Derryn’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Thursday 12th October 2023 at 1.00pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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WEASTELL: Murray Ross

Passing: 1st October 2023
Funeral: 6th October 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 2nd October 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully at home in Ohope Beach, surrounded by his family on 1st October 2023, aged 64 years.

Much loved husband of Sandra (Sandy) and cherished father of Morgan, Daryl, and Ryan.

A service to celebrate Murray’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Friday 6th October 2023 at 1:30pm, followed by private cremation.

The service will be live streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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