Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

PERSSON: Karen Rose

Passing: 25th February 2023
Funeral: 1st March 2023 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 27th February 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully in Wanganui on Saturday 25th February 2023, aged 58 years.

Much loved daughter of the late Martin and Shirley.

A special friend to those who knew her.

A service to celebrate Karen's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Wednesday 1st March 2023 at 2.00pm.

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NICHOLLS: Wayne

Passing: 24th February 2023
Funeral: 28th February 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 27th February 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed peacefully in Whanganui on Friday 24th February 2023, in his 79th year.

Much loved husband of Josephine.

Much loved Dad of Kerryanne and Stephen King, Rawiri and Te Wai Haa Rangi, and Brendon and Josephine.
Loved whāngai Dad to Maraea and Mannie Hiko, and Noel and Wendy-Lee.

A loved Papa to all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Wayne will lie at his home until his service in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Tuesday 28th February 2023 at 11.00am.

The service will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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HARDEN: Richard Usher

Passing: 23rd February 2023
Funeral: 27th February 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 24th February 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away after a short illness on Thursday 23rd February 2023, aged 81 years.

Loved father and father-in-law of Bevan and Jos, Rochelle and Justin Booth, and Larry and Hannah McCartney.
Beloved Poppie of Kate, and Emma; Xavier, and Danya; and Amelia, and Oliver.

Special thanks to Hospice Whanganui and Kowhainui Rest home for their care.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Whanganui would be appreciated.

A service to celebrate Richard's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Monday 27th February 2023 at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Waverley Cemetery.

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BOURNE: John Edward

Passing: 17th February 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 24th February 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Broadview Rest Home, surrounded by his loving family, on Friday 17th February 2023, aged 85 years.

Loved Husband of Kathleen for over 57 years.

Loved Dad and Father-in-law of Stephanie and Jack, and Michael and Renee’.

Loved Grandad of Liam, Josh, Danielle, Alyssa, Rome, and Aila.

We wish to express our sincere thanks to all the staff at Broadview for their exceptional care of John and his Family.

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

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WRIGHT: Beth Ethel (nee Jamieson)

Passing: 17th February 2023
Funeral: 24th February 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 20th February 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully in Whanganui Hospital, on 17th February 2023, aged 81 years.

Loved Wife of the late Kevin.

Dearly loved Daughter of the late George and Mary Jamieson.

Much loved Sister of Ian and Penny Jamieson (Lower Hutt) and Aunt of Eleanor, Emily, and Dorothy.

Messages to the Jamieson Family C/- PO Box 341, Whanganui.

No flowers by request.

Friends are invited to a Service for Beth in the Whanganui East Baptist Church, Cnr Nixon and Moana Streets, Whanganui at 1.00pm on Friday 24th February 2023, to be followed by interment in the Brunswick Cemetery.

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GOODMAN: Wayne Russell

Passing: 13th February 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 18th February 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Unexpectedly on 13th February 2023, aged 77 years.

Much loved Husband of Maree and Dad of the late Caroline.

Loved and respected Brother, Brother-in-law and Uncle of his wider family.

In accordance with Wayne’s wishes, a private farewell has taken place.

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TUCKER: Owen Thomas

Passing: 10th February 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 18th February 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully on 10th February 2023, aged 73.

Dearly loved son of the late Lorna and Tom Tucker.

Treasured brother and brother-in-law of Noeline and Ron Barrow, and awesome Uncle of Raelene and Lance.
Sincere thanks to Hospice staff, Dr’s Neil Hughes and John Holt, and IDEA Services for their compassion and care.

A private family service and cremation has been held.

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COWAN: Beryl May

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

Cleveland Funeral Home

On Sunday, 12th February 2023, aged 74 years.

Loved wife of John.

A much-loved mother and mother-in-law of Darrell and Deb, and Shelley.

Loved Nana of Hannah, and Jacob.

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

A community service will be held at a later date.

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McCLELLAND: Craig Douglas

Passing:
Funeral: 21st February 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 17th February 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family and friends, after a short but brave battle with cancer.

As he would say, aged 29 years young!

Soulmate and best friend of Katrina for over 30 years.

Adored Dad of Eloise and Orran, Dana and Hannah, and Fox.

Loved Poppa to be of Baby MacDonald.

Craig is currently resting at home.

A celebration of Craig’s life will be held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Tuesday 21st February at 11.00am, to be followed by a private family cremation.

Craig’s Service will be webcast and can viewed at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘Watch a Funeral online’ link.

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DOULL: Bradley Gene

Passing: 15th February 2023
Funeral: 20th February 2023 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 16th February 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully in Whanganui Hospital on 15th February 2023.

Loved son of Shane, and Kelly.

Loved brother to Dallas.

Much loved by his Grandparents, aunties, uncles, cousins, and friends.

A celebration of Bradley’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Monday 20th February 2023, at 10:30am.

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