Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

SEXTON: Noel John Charles

Passing: 23rd June 2024
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 30th June 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Whanganui Hospital, with Pat and his family at his side, on Sunday 23rd June 2024, aged 85 years.

Much loved Husband of Pat, and Father of Leigh and Annette.

A loved Stepfather, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, and friend to many.

In accordance with Noel's wishes a private Family Farewell has been held.

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VICKERS: Kathleen Mary (Bougen) (nee Seconi)

Passing: 20th June 2024
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 30th June 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Sadly, after a short illness on 20th June 2024.

Dearly loved wife of the late Morry Vickers.

Loved daughter of Eileen and the late Tom Seconi.

Respected mother of Quinn, and Karl Bougen.

Much loved grandmother to Karla, and Lora Bougen.

Loved sister of Patrick and Susan Seconi, Christine and Phillip Williams, and Lynette (Deceased) and Roger Wilson.

A loved aunt of all her nieces and nephews.

Special thanks to the staff of Whanganui Hospital, Hospice Whanganui, Jane Winstone and the Team at Dempsey & Forrest for their care of Kathleen.

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

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MALCOLM: (nee Grundy) Phyllis Margaret (Margaret)

Passing: 21st June 2024
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 26th June 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Died peacefully Friday 21st June 2024, aged 94 years at Kowhainui Home, Whanganui.

Beloved wife of Don James Cameron Malcolm (B.E.M.) and exemplary mother to John, Warwick, Paul and Jennifer.

Mother-in-law to Nicky, Suzy and Klaus.

Grandma to Luke, Kirsty, Sam, and Ben and seven lovely great- grandchildren.

Half-sister to Annie Said.

Margaret was known for her sharing, caring, and fighting for the disadvantaged and marginalized in Northland and Tonga.

Formerly from Auckland and later residing at Okere Falls, Don and Margaret were the proprietors of Ohau Channel Camp.

She was active in Scouting and Rotary and worked tirelessly as chair of Alzheimers Northland for many years. And, much more.

A private cremation has been held and will be followed by a family and friends celebration at a later date.

Stay in touch via jjmalcolmnz@gmail.com.

Our gratitude goes to staff at Quinlan Court and Kowhainui for their loving care in her latter years.

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KNUTH: Sharon Anne

Passing: 24th June 2024
Funeral: 29th June 2024 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 25th June 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

On Monday 24th June, passed away surrounded by her loving family, aged 61 years young.

Much loved Mum of Jason & Jaymie, Ashleigh, Harlan & Krishna, & Quinn.

Treasured Nan of Dominic, Ciara, Cassius, & Nirvana.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Holy Family Catholic Church, Tawhero Street, Whanganui on Saturday 29th June 2024 at 10.30am, to be followed by Interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

Sharon’s Funeral Mass can be viewed at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz “Watch Services Online’

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LAIRD: Michaella Ann (nee Mackie)

Passing: 21st June 2024
Funeral: 27th June 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 24th June 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

On Friday 21st June 2024.

Adored wife of Fraser.

Loving Mum to Beauden.

Loved and treasured daughter of Michelle and John, treasured sister and sister-in-law of Kelly; and Dylan and Charlotte.

Loved Daughter and sister-in-law to the Laird family.

Deeply loved and appreciated by all her friends.

A celebration of Michaella’s life will be held in the War Memorial Centre, Watt Street Whanganui on Thursday 27th June 2024 at 11.00am, and will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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GRAHAM: Peter Leslie

Passing: 14th June 2024
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 24th June 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

As country music played, Peter slipped away peacefully on 14th June 2024.

Peter’s family have celebrated his life, at his happy place, his home, with a private service.

Our thanks to the Special Care Unit at Jane Winstone Retirement Village for their amazing dedication to Peter.

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TURNER: Margaret Isobel

Passing: 14th June 2024
Funeral: 24th June 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 21st June 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away at home on 14th June 2024.

Loved wife of the late David. Margaret is survived by her daughter Julie, and her son and daughter-in-law Glen and Tania.

Loved Nana of Jaedyn, Holly, Marcus; and Blake, and Great Nana of Levi.

Special thanks to Betty and all Margaret’s friends who have helped her over the years.

A service to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street Whanganui on Monday 24th June 2024, at 11.00am.

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TAYLOR: Sandy

Passing: 19th June 2024
Funeral: 22nd June 2024 at 12:30 p.m.
Published: 20th June 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Sandy Hinemuri Taylor 09/04/1956 – 19/06/2024.

Mum passed away at her home in Whanganui.

Daughter of the late “Koro” Egerton Ahere Chadwick and “Judy” Judith Hinemihi Chadwick née Hiri.

Dearly loved wife of the late Dave Taylor.

Loved mother of Sandra (Babe), André, Lewis, and Jordan.

Much loved grandmother of Hineana, Mairangi, Adeline, Sébastien, and Egerton.

Dearly loved Aunty to her many nieces and nephews.

Finally, Mum’s fur babies - Riley, Pipi, and Larry.

Mum we will miss you. We love you – Moe mai ra e māma.

Mum’s wishes were that she be laid to rest in Whanganui with her late husband Dave.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Sandy’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Saturday 22nd June 2024 at 12:30pm.

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HAAMI: Pamela Joan

Passing: 17th June 2024
Funeral: 20th June 2024 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 19th June 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away on 17th June 2024, surrounded with love.

Adored wife of the late Gerald Haami.

Dearly loved Mum, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunty, friend, and Nanny Pam to everyone.

A celebration of Pamela’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Thursday 20th June 2024 at 1:30pm, followed by interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery, McNeill Street, Whanganui, and will be live-streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz.

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PIRIKAHU: Te Aute Poharama Jnr (Tap)

Passing: 15th June 2024
Funeral: 18th June 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 17th June 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

On Saturday 15th June 2024, at Whanganui Hospital, our loved Dad and Koko Te Aute Poharama Pirikahu Jnr (aka Tap) passed away peacefully, aged 76.

Son of the late Te Aute Poharama Pirikahu Snr. and the late Wikitōria Te Atarau Rangirunga Phillips (Wiki).

Brother of Marcia Williams, the late Ronald Kingi, Jacob, Wayne, the late Dean, Alec, Cecelia Maguren, Sam and Ivy.

Husband to the late Angela Joy MacDonald-Foreman.

Father to Tarah and David Elers, Ta Piri and Chon, Sapphira and Kane, and Kerry.

Koko to Luka, Tora, Zak, Reef, Te Aute, Jiraiya, Raiden, Izanami, Sophia, and Great-Koko to Paora and Amaia.

Dad is lying in state at home.

We will farewell him at the Waverley Community Centre/Border Rugby Club Rooms, Chester Street, Waverley, on Tuesday 18th June 2024 at 11:00am, to be followed by a private cremation at the Aramoho Cemetery.

Light refreshments will be available after the Service.

We would like to give a special shout out to our Pirikahu Whānau, the Fonterra Work Whānau, Paranihi-Haami Whānau, Korene, Toko and Ngaraima, and the Waverley Community.

Thank you to Julian Broughton, the staff at the Medical Ward at Whanganui Hospital, and Dempsey & Forrest Funeral Directors.

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