Whanganui Funeral Notices

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BUCHANAN: Patricia May (Pat)(nee Baird)

Passing: 14th March 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 21st March 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On Tuesday 14th March 2023, surrounded by her loving family, aged 84 years.

Much loved Wife of William (Bill).

Cherished Mum of Andrew and Pete, Brent and Gina, and Nigel.

Loving Nana of Georgia-Rose, Brook-Lyn, Charlotte, and Katie May.

According to Pat’s wishes a Private Family Service has been held.

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ROSEWARNE: Cyril Clive

Passing: 18th March 2023
Funeral: 22nd March 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 20th March 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully in Whanganui on Saturday 18th March 2023, aged 70 years.

A sufferer of Dementia, now at rest.

Loved son of Gordon and Gladys Rosewarne.

Loving husband of Yvonne, and loving partner of the late Marie.

Loved Dad to Erick Gaylard, and step-father of Ronald, and Murray.

Beloved brother of Myra, (the late) Kevin, Lynette, Bromwyn, Keith, and the late Kim.

In lieu of flowers donations to Alzheimers New Zealand Whanganui would be appreciated and may be left in the Church Atrium.

A service to celebrate Cyril's life will be held at Christ Church Anglican Church, 243 Wicksteed Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 22nd March 2023 at 1:30pm, followed by private cremation.

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O’REGAN: Patrick Joseph

Passing: 17th March 2023
Funeral: 24th March 2023 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 20th March 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 17th March 2023, peacefully at Whanganui Hospital after a long illness, aged 70 years.

Beloved Son of the late Con & Anne.

Loved Brother of the late Pauline & loved Uncle of Karen.

Will be sadly missed by all his family.

Friends are invited to attend a service to celebrate Patrick’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street,

Whanganui on Friday 24th March 2023 at 2.00pm.

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BELLAMORE: Joh (Johanna) Petronella Jaennette

Passing: 7th March 2023
Funeral: 16th March 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 20th March 2023

Beauchamp Funeral Home

Born Hawera, 21st January 1957. Died 7th March 2023, aged 66 years, as the result of a tragic road accident in Marton.

Eldest daughter of the late Jaap and Ann Schrader of Upper Hutt, and loved sister and sister-in-law of Trish and Mike Cooper, Henry Schrader and Karin Morrison.

Dearly loved partner of John Henley and family: Gary and Hadine Henley, Hayley and Ashley; Carolyn and Toby Scorrar, Cassie, Alice and Zoe; and William Henley.

Treasured and much loved mother and mother-in-law of Maree and Brian Marshall; Cathy Bellamore; Michael and Lisa Bellamore (Wales), and Nana Joh to Laurie, Talia, Finley, and Riley.

Great Grandmother of Harvey, Corey, Darcey, Toby and Albie.

Dear Joh - you have played your last trick, umpired your final game and driven your last school bus.

You will be forever in our hearts.

All are welcome to join with the family and celebrate Joh's life - Thursday 16th March 2023 at 11.00am, at the Rangitikei College Hall, Marton.

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RAYNER: Steve

Passing: 16th March 2023
Funeral:
Published: 20th March 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away at Kowhainui Rest Home, with his sons and mokos by his side, on Thursday 16th March 2023.
Loved father of Matt, Pat, and Nick. Koro to Amorangi, Xavier, Tanekaha, and Jade.

Steve will be travelling to Oruawharo Marae, Northland, to lay with his beloved wife, Flo.

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FILER: Shane Christopher

Passing: 10th March 2023
Funeral: Funeral details to be advised
Published: 20th March 2023

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Shane (53) on 10/3/23 in Liepzig, Germany.

Shane is survived by his beautiful wife Alena Filer and their 2 furbabies Albert and Elsa.

Loved brother of Kevin and Liz (New Plymouth) and Mark and Kyley Filer (Whanganui).

Beloved son of the late Eric and Val Filer.

A service will be held at a later date.

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SHARP: Sue (Doreen Susan)

Passing: 1st March 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 19th March 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully on Wednesday 1st March 2023, aged 94 years.

Much loved wife of the late Cliff.

Dearly loved Mum of June and Athol McDermott.

Awesome Nana of Lyn and Phill, Carolynn and (the late) Grant, Ngaire and Noel, Heather and Rex, (the late) Garth, Malcolm and Sophia; and Great Grandmother and supplier of Knitting to many.

Special thanks to the team at Living Waters and Cleveland’s for their care.

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

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MORTON: Sarah Elizabeth

Passing:
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 17th March 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

We mourn the loss of Sarah who passed away suddenly and peacefully at home.

Loved daughter of the late Bill and Beth Morton.

Cherished sister of Tom, aunt of Samantha and Nickolas, and great aunt of Walter.

Sarah will be dearly missed by family and friends.

In accordance with the family’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place.

Gatherings to celebrate Sarah’s life will be held in both Auckland and Whanganui to accommodate her many cherished friends. Dates to be confirmed.

Any communication to Tom at tomcmorton@gmail.com

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KILMISTER: Philip William

Passing: 14th March 2023
Funeral: 18th March 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 15th March 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

08 February 1957 - 14 March 2023

Loved Pāpā of Clayton, Sarah, Shayne & Cathryn, special Toto to all of his moko and loved Uncle Phil to his nieces and nephews.

Dad will be laying at home with us until his funeral service which will take place on Saturday 18th March at 11.00am at Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, to be followed by a private cremation.

Thank you for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time.

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LILBURN: Locheen Elaine

Passing: 14th March 2023
Funeral: 21st March 2023 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 15th March 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

28th August 1931 - 14th March 2023

Suddenly but peacefully at Jane Winstone, aged 91 years.

Beloved Wife of the late Jim.

Beloved Mum & Mother-in-law of David & Diane, Peter, Alix & Mark.

Loved Grandma of Melanie & Matthew, Alistair, Nicola & Josh, Joanne, Kate & Aaron, Angus & Lilly.

Loved Great Grandma of Cooper, Regan, the late Kole, Jonty, & Elliot.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Locheen’s life in the St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 46 Paraekaretu Road, Hunterville on Tuesday 21st March 2023 at 2.00pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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