Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

HOUIA: Rerenga Kite Pakanga (Lou)

Passing: 12th May 2023
Funeral: 15th May 2023 at 10:00 a.m.
Published: 14th May 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Reg No D43312 Cpl W2 Coy Vietnam.

Peacefully in Whanganui on Friday 12th May 2023, aged 74 years.

Much loved son of the late Ripeka Tutu and Ray Houia.

A much loved brother of his 13 siblings, a treasured uncle and friend.

A service to farewell Lou will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Monday 15th May 2023, at 10.00am.

The interment will follow at the Tangoio Marae Urupa, SH2, Napier at 3.30pm.

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MITCHELL: John Campbell

Passing: 8th May 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 13th May 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Summerset Village on Monday 8th May 2023, in his 88th year.

Dearly loved and respected Husband of the late Priscilla and much loved Father and Father in Law of Maria and Shane, Jo and Stephen, and Kerry.

Treasured Poppa of all his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.

A much loved Brother and Brother in Law.

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

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CRIBB: Robert Wayne (Boy)

Passing: 11th May 2023
Funeral: 15th May 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 12th May 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of (Boy) Robert Wayne Cribb on Thursday 11th May 2023, aged 69 years young.

Deeply loved by his children, mokopuna and mokopuna tuarua.

Robert will be deeply missed by his many whanau, whanui, and many friends.

A tangihanga will be held at Te Puke Marae, Raetihi on Monday 15th May, at 11.00am.

Moe mai râ

Appreciate all of your support and well wishes.

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LEWIS: Kevin Ernest

Passing: 10th May 2023
Funeral: 17th May 2023 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 11th May 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 10th May 2023, passed away peacefully at Kowhainui Rest Home, aged 87 years.

Loved Husband of the late Maureen.

Loved & loving Dad & Father-in-law of Karen & George Newcombe (Sydney), Lyn & Peter Crawford, Mike & Trevor, Raewyn & Stafford Allen.

Much loved Grandad of Justin, Hayden, Joe, Kelly, Hope, Lauren, & Courtney.

Loved Grandad Lew of all his Grandchildren.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Kevin’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 17th May 2023 at 2.00pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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COOPER: Duncan Frederick George

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

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Whanganui on Tuesday 9th May 2023, aged 86 years.

Dearly beloved husband for 60 years of Christine.

Much loved Dad of Donna, (the late) Greg, and Anna-Lisa.

Loving Grandad of Alex, Emma, Georgina, William, Stevie, Eliun, Aine, Saoirse, Seraphina, and his 5 great grandchildren.

Special uncle of Graham and Mary Dack.

A service to celebrate Duncan’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Friday 12th May 2023 at 10.30am, and will be live-streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz.

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OWEN: Harold Bernard (Bernie)

Passing: 9th May 2023
Funeral: 12th May 2023 at 2:30 p.m.
Published: 9th May 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully in Whanganui Hospital on 9th May 2023, aged 88 years.

Dearly beloved husband of the late Janet.

Much loved father and father-in-law of Craig and Carra (Wellington), Don and Itu (Auckland), Scott and Fiona (Australia), and Mary Bennett (Whanganui).

A loved grandad and great grandad.

Many thanks to the staff of Whanganui Hospital and Summerset for their wonderful care of Bernie.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Bernie’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Friday 12th May 2023 at 2.30pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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STANLEY: Hine Myra Kaye (nee Ratana)

Passing:
Funeral: 12th May 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 9th May 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

He roimata ki te rangi, he aituâ ki te whenua.

Hine Myra Kay Stanley kua riro i te wâ iti nei. Te tamahine o Muni râua ko Makarita Ratana, te whakaipo o Keith Stanley, te mâmâ kahotea me te kuia aroha o ôna tini tamariki mokopuna.

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our Mum, Hine Myra Kaye Stanley.

10th child of Muni and Margaret Ratana.

Beloved wife of the late Keith Stanley, cherished mother and grandmother of all her children and many mokopuna.

If anyone wishes to send a koha through, here is the account number:

T Stanley,

38-9020-0857192-00

Our Mum will be lying at Parikino Marae from Tuesday, until Friday 12th May, from where she will make her way to Pungarehu Marae.

Service will be held there from 11.00am followed by her journey to her final resting place at the whânau urupâ at Pungarehu.

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KENNY: Margaret Rose

Passing: 6th May 2023
Funeral: 12th May 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 8th May 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 6th May 2023, aged 78 years.

Most precious Wife of Terry.

Dearly loved Mum and Mother-in-law of Micheal and Trang, Kerry and Ni, and Daimian and Shannon.

Much loved Nan of Jolene, Rebeca, Keri Anne, Cindy, Rachel; Iriana; Joshua, Waylon; and Brandin.

Loved Great Nan of her 8 Great Grand Children.

Thank you to all the Dr’s, Nurses at Whanganui Hospital and Hospice Whanganui for their kind help to Margaret.

In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Whanganui would be greatly appreciated and can be left at Margaret’s service.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Margaret’s life in the Eulogy Lounge, Whanganui Racecourse,

Purnell Street, Whanganui on Friday 12th May 2023 at 1.00pm, to be followed by cremation at the Aramoho Crematorium.

Margaret’s Service can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz “Watch Funeral online” link.

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ANDERSON: William Leslie (Bill)

Passing: 1st May 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 8th May 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully, with Dianne at his side, on Monday 1st May 2023, aged 83 years.

Very much loved husband of Dianne.

Much loved Dad of Steven and Sallie (Dover), Geoffrey and Linda (Waiheke), Dale and Simon (Surrey), Jillian and Paul (Melbourne).

Loved Step Dad of Tyler, Trudy and Mark.

Loving Poppa of Will, Sam, and Deia; Hannah, Maddison, and Zoe; Oscar, Lucas, and Nicky; Kristina, Alivea, and Lola; Fraser, and Riley; and his great grandchildren.

Loved brother of Carolyn, and the late Colleen, and Bob.

In accordance with Bill’s wishes a private celebration of his life has been held, and was live streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz/live

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SMITH: Robert Valentine (Smithy)

Passing: 5th May 2023
Funeral: 10th May 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 8th May 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

At home on 5th May 2023, aged 74 years.

Loved son of the late William and Tiria Smith.

Beloved Dad of Darlaine, Diana, Shannon, Hope, and Tiffany.

Loved Koro to all his grandchildren and one great grandson.

Beloved brother and uncle to his wider whanau.

Friends are invited to attend a Service for Smithy in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui

on Wednesday 10th May 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by interment in the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

Smithy’s Service can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz “Watch Funeral online” link.

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