Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

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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POINTON: Joan Maude

Passing: 18th December 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 30th December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

On 18th December 2022, peacefully in Whanganui Hospital, aged 80 years.

Dearly beloved wife of Lyle.

Many thanks to the Doctors and Nurses of A & E for their wonderful care.

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

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KROGH: Jean

Passing: 23rd December 2022
Funeral: 29th December 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 29th December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 23rd December 2022, aged 92 years.

Much loved Mum of Lynne and Michael, Peter and Yvonne (Australia).

Treasured Nana to Hayley and Jason, Anya and Ben, Shannon and Rik, Courtney, Meg and Greg, and her 10 Great Grandchildren.

A long fought battle, now at peace.

A special thank you to Hospice and the staff at New Vista Rest Home for the faultless care and respect of Mum.
A Service for Jean will be held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street on Thursday 29th December 2022 at 11:00am.

Jean's Funeral can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz 'Watch a Funeral' online link.

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LILBURN: Robert James (Jim)

Passing: 21st December 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 29th December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

1st March 1930 – 21st December 2022.

Peacefully at Jane Winstone, aged 92 years.

Beloved Husband of Locheen for 66 years.

Beloved Dad and Father-in-law of David and Diane, Peter, Alix and Mark.

Loved Grandad to Melanie and Matthew, Alistair, Nicola and Josh, Joanne, Kate and Aaron, Angus and Lilly.

Loved Great Grandfather to Cooper, Regan, the late Kole, Jonty, and Elliot.

Loved Brother of the late Pixie and John.

In accordance with Jim’s wishes a private family Funeral Service has been held.

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SHERRIDAN: Barbara Jean

Passing: 23rd December 2022
Funeral: 30th December 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 28th December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 23rd December 2022, aged 76 years.

Much loved Mum of Shaun Rae.

Loved Aunty of Suzanne Reynolds.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Barbara’s life at the Salvation Army Citadel, 4 Indus Street, Whanganui at 11.00am on Friday 30th December 2022, to be followed by a private cremation.

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BENNETT: Kaydem Jordache

Passing: 20th December 2022
Funeral: 24th December 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 22nd December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

On 20th December 2022, taken too soon with his best mate Kronos but now at peace, aged 31 years young.

Dearly loved Son of Lisa and Richie.

Treasured Brother and Brother in Law of Kyran and Emma, Ayzak and Paris.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Kaydem’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Saturday 24th December 2022 at 11.00am, to be followed by Interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

Kaydem’s service can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘Watch a Funeral’ online link.

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RYAN: Josephine Teresa; Sr Catherine (Kate) rsj.

Passing: 20th December 2022
Funeral: 28th December 2022 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 22nd December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

At Whanganui Hospital on Tuesday 20th December 2022, in the 69th year of her religious profession.

Loved Sister of the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart.

Loved Daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Ryan.

Loved Sister and Sister in Law of Lorna and Barry Leydon, Fr Bern SM, Sister Moya OCDN (all deceased).

Much loved Aunty Jo to all her Nieces and Nephews and their Children.

We wish to thank the staff of St John and ED at Whanganui Hospital for their wonderful care of Kate, in her last hours.

A special thanks to Quinlan Court Staff and residents for their homely support and companionship over these past years.

Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Guyton Street Whanganui on Wednesday 28th December 2022 at 10.30am, to be followed by Interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

Vigil Prayers will be at Mt St Joseph Conference Centre, Hill Side Terrace on Tuesday 27th December 2022 at 4.00pm.

Kate’s Funeral can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘Watch a Funeral’ online link.

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POKA: Joyce Mary (nee Knight)

Passing: 19th December 2022
Funeral: 23rd December 2022 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 20th December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

On 19 December 2022, aged 94 years.

It is with great sadness that the Poka Family announce the loss of our wonderful Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Aunty and Mother-in-Law.

A life so beautifully lead deserves to be beautifully remembered.

Please join us to celebrate Joyce’s life on Friday 23rd December 2022 at 1.30pm, at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Guyton Street, Whanganui.

Rosary will be recited for Joyce at the Church on Thursday 22nd December, at 5.30 p.m.

Requiescet in Pace.

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THOMSON: Winifred May (Win)

Passing: 16th December 2022
Funeral: 20th December 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 20th December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

On 16th December 2022, peacefully at Living Waters Home, aged 86 years.

Dearly loved Wife of Rob for 63 years.

Much loved Mum & Mother-in-Law of Jacqui & Andrew, Bronwyn, Brad & Donna, Shelley & Leon.

Loved Nana of all her Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers donations to World Vision would be greatly appreciated and can be left in the Church Foyer.
Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Win's life in the Central Baptist Church, Wicksteed Street, Whanganui on Tuesday 20th December 2022 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

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BURROUGHS: John Anthony

Passing: 19th December 2022
Funeral: 23rd December 2022 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 20th December 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully in Whanganui on 19th December 2022.

loved husband of the late Hilda.

Loved father and father-in-law of Dave and Rach, Paul and Annette, and Rachel and Dave.

Loved Pop of Shannon, Taelor, Matt, Hannah, Josh, Daniel, and Jade.

Loved Great Poppa of Vera-Lilly, and Aurora.

Special thanks to the caring staff at Kowhainui.

A service to celebrate John’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Friday 23rd December 2022 at 10:30am, and will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz.

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