Whanganui Funeral Notices

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WIRIHANA: Wilson Rangi Bernard

Passing: 15th January 2023
Funeral: 18th January 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 16th January 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 15th January 2023, suddenly at his home, aged 70 years.

Dearly loved Husband and soul mate of Mavis.

Much loved Father and Father-in-Law of Bernard and Vicky, Isaac and Karen, and Lani and Ryan.

A loved Koko of Keilani and a loved Brother, Brother-in-Law and Uncle.

Wilson will be resting at 6 Omori Place, Whanganui until his funeral service to be held in St Francis De Sales Catholic Church, 22 Brassey Street, Waverley on Wednesday 18th January 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by interment in the Waverley Cemetery.

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SHAW: Stephen Donald (Steve)

Passing: 14th January 2023
Funeral: 18th January 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 16th January 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Passed away peacefully, after a short illness, on Saturday 14th January 2023.

Dearly loved Husband of Gillian.

Devoted Father and Father in Law of Jessica and Aaron, Quintin and Cayla, and Mikayla.

Much loved Grandad to Alexis, Jackson (dec), Sierra, Kalia, Odin, and Lucas.

Cherished Brother and Uncle.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Steve’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 18th January 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

Steve’s service can viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘watch a funeral online’ link.

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TE-AWHE: Kiwi Te Puhi, (Kiwi)

Passing: 15th January 2023
Funeral: 18th January 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 16th January 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully in Whanganui on Sunday 15th January 2023, aged 82 years, surrounded by his loving whānau.

Loving son of the late Tuhaereao and Hariata.

Much loved husband of Marilyn.

Loved sibling of all his brothers, sisters and their whānau, including his late mahanga, Andrew.

Loving step-dad of Trina, Jason, and Fran and John, Jen and Arthur.

A loved Koko of Chance and Puni, Josh, Jade, Hoani, Awanui, Te Ariki, Pinia, and Iria; and loved Koko-Koko of Ariana, and Evia.

The service for Kiwi will be held at the Whangaehu Marae, Whangaehu Beach Road on Wednesday 18th January 2023 at 11.00am, followed by the burial in the Aramoho Cemetery, McNeill Street, Whanganui.

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IRELAND: David Allen

Passing: 6th January 2023
Funeral: 10th January 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 14th January 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 6th January 2023, aged 89 years.

Dearly loved Husband of the late Doreen.

Loved Father and Father-in-law of Steve and Bron, Viki and Lloyd, and Mark and Fi.

Loved Grandad of Jonathon and Jess, Jaimi and William, Courtney and Katherine, and Aaron and Melanie.

Loved Granpop of Luka, Arja, Charli, Terence, Riley, Hunter, Theo, and Violet.

Donations to Alzheimer's Whanganui would be appreciated and can be left at David's Service.

Special thanks to the staff of the S.C.U. at Jane Winstone for their special care of Dave.

Friend's are invited to join the family in remembering David's life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Tuesday 10th January 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

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BENNETT: June Isla Laurel

Passing: 7th January 2023
Funeral: 11th January 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 14th January 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully at Whanganui Hospital on 7th January 2023.

Loved and cherished wife of the late Pat.

Loved Mum and mother-in-law of Bronwyn and Rodney Martin, Jo-Ann and Mark White, Richard and Lisa Bennett, and Dian Poulson.

Loved Nana, Great Nana and Great Great Nana to all her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.

Loved by all her sisters, and brother, and loved Aunty June of all her nieces and nephews.

June's funeral service will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 11th January 2023 at 1.00pm and will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz.

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HOETA: Carroline Ann

Passing: 9th January 2023
Funeral: 14th January 2023 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 14th January 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Carroline sadly passed away on 9th January 2023.

Dearly loved and cherished by her partner Anu, daughters Tessa, Corey, and Koralee, her grandchildren, sisters, brothers, sons-in-law, and extended whanau.

The service for Carroline will be held at 8 Miro Street, Whanganui on Saturday 14th January 2023 at 10:30am, followed by interment in the Aramoho Cemetery

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BROWN: Martin

Passing: 7th January 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 14th January 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Wanganui on his 74th birthday, 7th January 2023.

Dearly loved husband of Frances.

Much loved Dad of Gary, and Scott, and treasured Grandad of Summer, Paige, and Kayden.

At Martin’s request a private farewell has been held.

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LUFF: Jessie (Inez)

Passing: 7th January 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 14th January 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 7th January 2023.

Dearly loved Wife of the late Trevor.

Adored Mum of Dianne and Francis, Stephen and Marie.

A much loved special Nana to all her Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and Great Great Grandies.

Rest In Peace Mum, you deserve it.

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

She will be dearly missed by her surviving family members.

Gwen Wilkinson (Hamilton)

Don and Lorna Dean (Marton)

Rona Dean (Levin)

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DOY: Norma Frances

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

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully at New Vista Rest Home Whanganui on 6th January 2023.

Loved wife of the late Barry, and Bill.

Loved Mum and mother-in-law of Sue, David, and Benjamin and Ninya.

Respected Step-Mum of Sonia, Marlene, and Angela.

Special Nana of Aimee, Melissa, Samantha, and Joshua.

Loved Dee of Ali, Vini, Charlotte, Trav, Jaxson, Cooper, Austin, Meya Rose, and Violet Rose.

Loved sister of Robert and Jeannie, and the late Loris.

Special thanks to the team at New Vista for their loving care of Norma.

In accordance with Norma’s wishes, a private service has been held.

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TINDLE (Lethbridge): Jennifer Jane (Jenny)

Passing: 2nd January 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 9th January 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

At home on 2nd January 2023, the day after her 74th Birthday.

Devoted Mum of Tracey, Jason, Callan and Katrina; loving Nana of Keelan, Presly, Kayleigh, Jake, Xavier, and Aysha.

A much-loved daughter, sister, and aunty.

At Jenny’s request a private service has been held.

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