Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

McFADYEN: Nola May(nee Baldwin/Penn)

Passing: 8th January 2023
Funeral: 12th January 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 9th January 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 8th January 2023, suddenly at home.

Loved wife of the late Wallace, and partner of James Upritchard.

Dearly loved Mother of Wayne, Pender (deceased), Jan, Carol (deceased), Joey, Brian, John, Elizabeth (deceased), Bev, Ian, Fi, and Lorna.

A much loved Mother in law, Nana, Great Nana, Great Great Nana, Sister, Sister in law and Aunt.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Nola’s life in The Centre, Seddon Street, Raetihi on Thursday 12th January 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by interment in the Raetihi Lawn Cemetery.

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LITTLE: John Norman

Passing: 23rd December 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 8th January 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Died peacefully at Whanganui Hospital on 23rd December 2022, aged 78 years.

Eldest son of the late Norman and Evelyn Little.

Loved and adored husband of Lesley for 54 years.

Father and father-in-law of Craig and Seren (Melb.) and Grant (Wgton).

Grandfather of Paige, Thomas, Aroha and Etoile.

Brother and brother-in-law of Merle (dec) and Barry (Papamoa), Barry and Corinne (BOP), Jocelyn and Assuero (dec) (Wgton) and Dawn and Stephen (London).

In accordance with John’s wishes a private family service and cremation has taken place.

May he Rest In Peace.

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LLOYD: Axel Rose

Passing: 31st December 2022
Funeral: 6th January 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 4th January 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

In Hastings on Saturday 31st December 2022, aged 32 years.

A dearly loved Dad, son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, uncle and friend, sadly missed.

A service to celebrate Axel's life will be held at 6 Murray Street, Whanganui on Friday 6th January 2023 at 1:00pm.

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ROBSON: Bernice Lorraine

Passing: 2nd January 2023
Funeral: 10th January 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 4th January 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 2nd January 2023, in Whanganui Hospital after a short illness, aged 88 years.

Dearly loved Mother and Mother in Law of John and Bethan, Jo and Don Kirk, Mark, and Colin and Shelly.

A much loved Nana of Carys, Tomos; Tash and Scott, B and Colin; and Jade and Kane.

Much loved Sister and Sister in Law of Buddy and Barbara, Murray and Mignon, and Kellie.

Requiem Mass celebrated for Bernice in St Marys Catholic Church, Guyton Street, Whanganui on Tuesday 10th January 2023 at 1.30pm, to be followed by interment in the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

Rosary will be recited in the Church on Monday evening at 5.30pm.

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SCHMIDT: Trevor Albert

Passing: 23rd December 2022
Funeral: 5th January 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 31st December 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Whanganui Hospital on Friday 23rd December 2022, aged 77 years.

Dearly loved husband and soul mate of Gillian.

Much loved father and father in law of Rachael and Gavin, Andrew and Megan, Matthew and Naomi, and Bradley.

Loved and Adored Grandad of Alex, Caitlin, and Daniel; Will; Brylie, Hunter, and Luca.

A celebration of Trevor's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street Whanganui on Thursday 5th January 2023 at 1:00pm and will be live-streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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HANCOX: John William

Passing: 29th December 2022
Funeral: 4th January 2023 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 31st December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on Thursday 29th December 2022 at New Vista Rest Home, Whanganui, aged 81 years.

Much loved Husband of Margaret.

Loved Dad and Father-in-law of Steve and Tannith

Treasured Grandad to Tony, Zane, and Jaydee, and ‘Poppa John’ to Cyprus, Hunter, Caydence, Braxton, and Harley.

Loved Brother of his Brothers and Sisters.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of John’s life in the Christ Church Anglican Church, 243 Wicksteed Street, Whanganui, on Wednesday 4th January 2023 at 10.30am, to be followed by a private cremation.

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LAW: Paul

Passing: 24th December 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 31st December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

On 24th December 2022, suddenly in Whanganui, aged 69 years young.

Dearly loved Husband of Alison.

Loved Brother and Brother in Law of Carol and Bruce.

In accordance with Paul’s wishes a Private Cremation has been held.

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GALBRAITH: Hugh Campbell

Passing: 24th December 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 31st December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Masonic Court Rest Home, on Saturday 24th December 2022, in his 97th year.

Dearly loved Husband of the late Doreen and much loved Father of John, Jeanette, Margaret and Rosaleen.

Treasured Grandad of all his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.

Special thanks to the wonderful Staff at Masonic Court Rest Home for their love and care of our Dad.

In accordance with Hugh’s wishes a private Family Service has been held.

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WOODING: Doreen Olive (Dot) (nee Thorburn)

Passing: 22nd December 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 31st December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 22nd December 2022, aged 103 years.

Much loved Wife of the late Spencer.

Treasured Mum of Paul, the late David, Elaine, the late Kevin, Jeanette, and Mark.

Loved Mother-in-Law, Gran, Great Gran and Great Great Gran.

“At home with her Lord”.

A private interment has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

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HANCOX: John William

Passing: 29th December 2022
Funeral: 4th January 2023 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 30th December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on Thursday 29th December 2022 at New Vista Rest Home, Whanganui, aged 81 years.

Much loved Husband of Margaret.

Loved Dad and Father-in-law of Steve and Tannith.

Treasured Grandad to Tony, Zane, and Jaydee, and ‘Poppa John’ to Cyprus, Hunter, Caydence, Braxton, and Harley.

Loved Brother of his Brothers and Sisters.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of John’s life in the Christ Church Anglican Church, 243 Wicksteed Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 4th January 2023 at 10.30am, to be followed by a private cremation.

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