Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

STEWART: Lynette Jean (Lyn)

Passing: 12th February 2023
Funeral: 16th February 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 13th February 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

(nee McBeth)(formerly Barron).

Peacefully on Sunday 12th February 2023 at Whanganui Hospital, with Tania and Cara by her side, aged 78 years.

Loved Wife of the late David.

Treasured Mum of Duane (dec), Tania and Tim, and Cara and Gary.

Eldest Daughter of Arthur and Gladys.

Cherished Nanny to Lucinda, George, and Jonty; Rebecca, and Max; and Flynn, Arlo, and Darcy.

Loved Sister of David (dec), and Louise.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Lyn’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui, on Thursday 16th February 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by cremation at the Aramoho Crematorium Chapel.

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PAWSON: Patricia Grace (Pat)

Passing: 11th February 2023
Funeral: 15th February 2023 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 13th February 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on Saturday 11th February 2023, at Summerset Rest Home, Whanganui, aged 88 years.

Much loved Wife of the late Bruce.

Loved Mum and Mother-in-law of Karen and Simo, Murray and Renee, Ken and Annie, and Garry and Steph.

Loved Grandma of Abby, Morgan, Nick, Matt, Gus, Hugh, Brenna, Molly, and loved GG to her six Great-Grandchildren.

Friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service to celebrate Pat's life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 15th February 2023 at 2.00pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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FRANCIS: Dorothy Jean (Jean)

Passing: 6th February 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 13th February 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 6th February 2023 at Kowhainui Home, Whanganui, aged 94 years.

Dearly loved wife of the late Guy, (died 12th May 2022, aged 95 years)

Treasured Mum of Grant and Jane, Kay and Frans, and Peter.

Best ever Grandma to Bevan and Mel, Karen and Bryce, Anna and Nick, Jamie, and Lucie and Joel.

Great Grandma of Bayli and Teani, Marina and Mitchell, Patrick, Ace and Vinnie.

Special Grandma Jean of Reece, Sarah, Ruby, Cooper and George, Emma, Nick and Izzy, Chris, Danielle, Ollie, Addison and Jackson.

Loved friend of Barbara.

A private family service and cremation is to be held.

‘‘ Gone to see Guy “

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WOODTHORPE: Amanda, Robyn (Milly)

Passing: 10th February 2023
Funeral: 17th February 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 13th February 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully in Wanganui Hospital on Friday 10th February 2023, aged 36, with her sister Louise by her side.

Treasured daughter of Jenny and Gary, loving sister and sister-in-law of Louise and Damian Ryan, Tod and Leanna, and Kerry.

Adored Aunty Amanda to Braydon, Grady, Devon, Noah, and Harper.

Loved “Mandy” to all her friends.

“Keep smiling.”

The family would like to thank the Whanganui Hospital Surgical Ward, CCU, the District Nurses and ICU Wellington for their loving care.

We will gather to celebrate Amanda's beautiful life in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Friday 17th February 2023 at 1:30pm.

Feel free to wear Amanda’s favourite colour; pink.

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

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SMITH: Brendon John, (BJ)

Passing: 10th February 2023
Funeral: 15th February 2023 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 13th February 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Suddenly in Whanganui on Friday 10th February 2023.

Much loved husband of Michelle.

A much loved father, uncle, Koro, and friend to many.

A service to celebrate BJ's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 15th February 2023 at 10:30am, and will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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LABONE: John (BONZE).

Passing: 6th February 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 11th February 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Whanganui on Monday 6th February 2023, aged 81 years.

Husband and treasured soul mate of Viv.

A gathering of family to farewell Bonze was held in Whanganui on Wednesday 8th February 2023.

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RHODES: Walter Ernest

Passing: 6th February 2023
Funeral: 15th February 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 10th February 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on Monday 6th February 2023, at Springvale Manor, aged 84 years.

Much loved husband of Noeleen for 58 years.

Loved dad of Sharon (dec), Steven and Kiki, and Suzanne and Wade.

Loved Grandad of Ryan and Lachrisha, Anthony, Jesse, Katelyn, Mathias, and Great Grandad to Lily, and Riley.

Loved Brother, Brother-in-law, and Uncle.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Walters life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 15th February 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

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BROWN: George Lewis and Maria

Passing: 6th February 2023
Funeral: 12th February 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 9th February 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Tragically as the result of an accident on Monday 6th February 2023.

Loved and cherished Mum and Dad of Darryl, and Cheryl.

Adored Nana and Papa of Nate, Dena, Beni, Spirit, Lewis, Leroy, Remo, Jarome, and all their mokopuna.

Much loved Brother and Sister, Brother-in-law and Sister-in-law, and Uncle and Aunty.

Will be greatly missed by all the Whanau.

George and Maria will be resting at the Te Puke Marae, Raetihi.

Friends are invited to attend George and Maria’s Tangi at Te Puke Marae, Raetihi on Sunday 12th February 2023, at 11.00am, to be followed by interment in the Waara Urupa, Parapara Road.

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MONK: Pauline Sylvia

Passing:
Funeral:
Published: 7th February 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

1934 - 2023

Passed away after a long courageous battle.

Loved wife of Ian (deceased).

Cherished Mother of Steve and Jill, Jenni and Dean, Grant and Carol and David (deceased).

Adored Grandmother and Great Grandmother.

A private service will be held on Tuesday 7th February at Dempsey and Forrest

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PITTAMS: Thomas Herbert (Tom)

Passing: 5th February 2023
Funeral: 9th February 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 7th February 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 5th February 2023, peacefully, aged 86 years.

Much loved Dad of Gwyneth, Wynne, Deirdre; & Father-in-law of Bruce, Brett, & Russell. Two-Dad of Ziek & Emma-Lise, Samuel, Marcus, Kian, Hermione, & Tobias.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Tom's life in the Central Baptist Church, Wicksteed Street, Whanganui on Thursday 9th February 2023 at 11:00am, to be followed by Interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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