Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

TUKA (BARTLETT): Belinda Lee

Passing:
Funeral: 22nd April 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 21st April 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Aged 63 years.

Moko and daughter of John and Sarah, and Johnny and Coreen.

Much loved Mum of Sarah-Lee, Jay-Tee and Tawhai. Nana of Anahera, Malik, Ariana, Ky-Mani, Ali, Rhani, Eva, Giianni, and Milani. Great Nana of Te Rangihauku and Kohuata.

Soulmate and bestie to Antz. Loved ‘Babe’ to Sugar and Bo, Lovey, Darnella, Evelyn, Coreen, John, Barney, Christine, Jacky,and Nikorima.

Babe’s tangi will be celebrated at her marae, Koriniti, River Road on Saturday 22nd April 2023, at 11.00am.

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SMITH: Colin Rupert Francis

Passing: 18th April 2023
Funeral: 24th April 2023 at 10:00 a.m.
Published: 20th April 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at home on 18th April 2023, aged 85 years.

Dearly beloved husband of Lynette.

Beloved father of Cheryl and Garry Spindler, Susan and Patrick Ryan, Martin and Belinda, Rachel and Miles Haapu, Allan and Anne, Paulette and Craig Oakman, Isabel (deceased), Marie (deceased), Suzanne (deceased), and Mark (deceased).

A dearly loved grandfather of 30 and great grandfather of 22. R.I.P.

Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Colin in St Anthony’s Catholic Church, Alma Road, Whanganui on Monday 24th April 2023 at 10.00am, to be followed by an interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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PARTRIDGE: William Teil (Will)

Passing: 19th April 2023
Funeral: 24th April 2023 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 20th April 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Suddenly at Palmerston North Hospital on Wednesday 19th April 2023, aged 74 years.

Much loved husband of Mary.

Loved Dad of Rana and the late Dan, Emily, and Thomas.

Grandad ‘Wilsh’ to Neve, and Louis.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Will’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Monday 24th April at 2.00pm, to be followed by a private interment.

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SCOTT: Peter John (P.J.)

Passing: 19th April 2023
Funeral: 26th April 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 20th April 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Whanganui Hospital on Wednesday 19th April 2023, aged 86 years.

Beloved Husband and best mate of Janet for 62 years.

Much loved and respected Dad of Gus and Joanna, Brent and Deb, Cudge and Andrea, and Jane and Gary.

Much loved Pop to Tyler, Michaela, and Sam; Corina; Benjamin and Alex.

Loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend to many.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Peter’s life in the Forrest lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 26th April 2023 at 1.30pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

Peter’s Service will be livestreamed and can be viewed at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘watch funeral service online’ link.

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FREW: Barbara Susan (Barb), (nee Power)

Passing: 20th April 2023
Funeral: 21st April 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 20th April 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at home, after a short illness, on Thursday 20th April 2023.

Dearly loved wife of Steve.

Much loved mother and stepmother of Simon, Joel, Aeden, Jacey, Duane, and Emma.

A loved nana of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Barb’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on FRIDAY 21st April 2023 at 1.30pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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HICKLING: Jean Helen (formally Hudson)

Passing: 10th April 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 20th April 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 10th April 2023, aged 88 years young.

Loved wife of the late Doug Hudson and the late Ken Hickling.

Much loved Mum, Mum-in-Law and Step Mum.

Adored Nana and Great Nana to many.

In accordance with Jean’s wishes a private Family Farewell has been held.

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SCOTT: Wally

Passing: 16th April 2023
Funeral: 21st April 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 18th April 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully and gracefully in Wanganui on 16th April 2023, in his 90th year.

Dearly loved husband of Annette, and much loved father and Father-in-law of Denyse and Steve, Sheryll and Wayne, and Jackie and David; loved stepfather of Caryn, Connie, and Craig.

Loved Grandad of all his beautiful grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A service to celebrate Wally's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Friday 21st April 2023 at 11.00am, and will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz.

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KIDD: Jan

Passing: 12th April 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 18th April 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

After a short illness on Wednesday 12th April 2023.

Loved Mum of Charlotte and Jason, Kimberly and Dan, and Paige and Chris. Adored Janma of Jet, Maddison, and Ben.

Big sister of Andrew, and Diana.

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

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GRIFFITHS: Robert Edward (Bob)

Passing: 15th April 2023
Funeral: 22nd April 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 17th April 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully on Saturday 15th April 2023, aged 80 years.

Beloved husband of the late Frances.

Much loved Dad of David, and Andy.

Loved Bob-Bob of Olivia, and Aata.

A service to celebrate Bob’s life will be held in the Collegiate School Chapel, Liverpool Street, Whanganui on Saturday 22nd April 2023 at 1.00pm, and will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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POLLOCK: Ronald James (Ron)

Passing: 2nd April 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 15th April 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully on Sunday 2nd April 2023, in his 93rd Year.

Devoted husband of the late Babs.

Much loved Dad of Alex and Liz, and Keith and Daryl.

Loving Grandad to all of his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In accordance with Ron's wishes, a private farewell has been held.

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