Whanganui Funeral Notices

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BAKER: Peter Brian

Passing: 10th July 2022
Funeral: 13th July 2022 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 11th July 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed peacefully in Palmerston North on 10th July 2022, with his family by his side.

Loved brother and brother-in-law of Christine and Brian Young, and Sue and Neil Beissel.

Loved uncle of Melissa, Amanda, Duncan, Hamish, Caleb, Matty, Connor, Benji, and Harper; loved step-uncle to Emma, and Jenny.

A good mate to all his friends.

A service to celebrate Peter's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Wednesday 13th July 2022 at 2.00pm, and will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz/live

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MOORHEAD: Collin

Passing: 7th July 2022
Funeral: 11th July 2022 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 8th July 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

We remember Hugh Thomas Collins Moorhead (Collin), born in Sorn, Scotland on 10th April 1939 and “slippit awa” in Wanganui on 7th July 2022.

Loved Husband of Margaret for 61 years.

Loved father of Clare and Granta of Briley, Piper, Saige, and Ryder.

Treasured, loved father of Ruth and much loved Granta of Bayley, Harry, Jack, and Charlie.

“May he rest in peace”

A funeral service for family and friends to be held at St John’s Church, Matarawa on Monday 11th July 2022, at 1.30pm.

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MEYERS: Judith Irene, (Judy)

Passing: 6th July 2022
Funeral: 12th July 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 7th July 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Born 1944, died peacefully at home on 6th July 2022, after a long illness.

Dearly loved wife, companion, and best friend of Graeme for 56 years.

Loved mother and mother-in-law of Alan and Grainne (Sydney), Steve (Perth), and loved Grandma of Jake, Bree, and Holly; Caleb, Sam, and Matthew.

Loved sister of Bev Greig, and Chris (Ian) Carson.

Loved godmother of Belinda Morgan.

Loved aunt of our extended family and good friend of many in happier times.

Memorial donations can be made to Alzheimer’s Whanganui at the service, or to their account which is 03-0791-0296329-00

Judy’s funeral will take place at the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street Whanganui on Tuesday 12th July 2022 at 11.00am and will be livestreamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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STUTHRIDGE: Donald Herbert, (Don)

Passing: 6th July 2022
Funeral: 11th July 2022 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 7th July 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed peacefully in Wanganui on 6th July 2022, with his family by his side, aged 78.

Much loved husband of Jill.

Much loved Dad of Wayne, Rob, (the late) Tony, Max, Steve, and Jannine.

Much loved Pop to all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A much loved son, brother, and Uncle Don to his many nieces and nephews.

A service to celebrate Don's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Monday 11th July 2022 at 10:30am and will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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BELL: Ian Charles (Chartered Accountant)

Passing: 5th May 2021
Funeral: Memorial Service - 9th July, at 1.00pm
Published: 6th July 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

On 5th May 2021, peacefully at Wanganui Hospital with loving family at his side, aged 86 years.

Dearly loved husband of the late Jocelyn. Much loved dad & father-in-law of David & Meg, & Peter.

Loved Granddad & Great Granddad of all his Grandchildren.

Loved Brother & Brother-in-law of the Late Colin & Adrienne, Joy & the late Ian Johnston, & Joan Costantine.

‘A mighty Totara has fallen.’

Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service to celebrate Ian’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Saturday 9th July 2022, at 1.00pm.

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JOHNSON: Janet Muriel, (nee Boyd).

Passing: 5th July 2022
Funeral: Funeral details to be advised
Published: 6th July 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Suddenly at home on Tuesday 5th July 2022.

Dearly loved wife and soul mate to Neville, since 1962.

Much loved Mum of Andrew, and David and Julie.

A treasured Nana of Becky, and Maddie.

Janet’s funeral details will be advised.

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HODGES: Kelly Sheree

Passing: 30th June 2022
Funeral: 7th July 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 4th July 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

It is with sadness we announce the sudden passing of Kelly. Taken from us far too soon on Thursday 30th June 2022, at the age of 32.

Kelly is the Beloved daughter of Kim and Peter.

Cherished sister and sister in law of Samantha, Phillip, Danny, Phil and Hayley.

An amazing aunty of Caileigh, Connor, Charlie, Nirvana, Tiana, and Rabbit.

A devoted mother to her son Ollie, who is the love and light of her life.

Kelly always brought light, joy and laughter to the lives of everyone who knows and loves her.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Kelly’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Thursday 7th July 2022 at 11.00am, to be followed by interment in the Aramoho Law Cemetery.

The Service will be live streamed for those unable to join us to celebrate her life and farewell our beautiful Kelly.

To view go to online at wwwdempseyandforrest.co.nz “watch a funeral online” link

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STEPHEN: David John (J.P.)

Passing: 1st July 2022
Funeral: 9th July 2022 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 4th July 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Suddenly but peacefully at his home on 1st July 2022, aged 83 years.

Much loved husband of Roslyn. Loved father of Clayton, and Anita.

A loved Poppa of Kate and Aaron McGregor, and Emily Gladwell. Loved Great Poppa of Blake McGregor.

A loved brother and brother-in-law of Daniel and Linda, Marion and Gilbert, Valda and the late Ken, Kenneth and Jill, Roger and Kay, Ashley, and Max and Trisha.

Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers donations to the heart foundation would be appreciated and may be left in the Chapel Foyer.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of David’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Saturday 9th July 2022 at 10.30am to be followed by a private cremation.

For anyone not able to attend the Funeral, David’s service can be viewed online at wwwdempseyandforrest.co.nz

“Watch funeral online” Link.

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NORTON: Malina Jane (nee Heta)

Passing: 1st July 2022
Funeral: 6th July 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 2nd July 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Passed away suddenly on 1st July 2022, in Christchurch while on holiday.

Dearly loved mum of Kayla and Eva.

Loved daughter of Jenny and the late Dave, and loved stepdaughter of Kings.

Much loved sister of Joanne, and Kiall, and loved by Patrick.

A Memorial Service for Malina will be held at Caroline’s Boatshed, 181 Somme Parade, Wanganui on Wednesday 6th July 2022 at 11.00am.

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JONES: Sylvia May

Passing: 22nd June 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 2nd July 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on Wednesday 22nd June 2022 at Kowhainui Home, Whanganui, aged 90 years.

Much loved wife of the late Mel Williams and the late Ivor Jones.

Loved Mum and Mother-in-law of Karen and Deryk, Adrian (dec) and Margaret, Glynis and Shane, Gareth and Tina, Moira and Alan, and Bronwen.

Cherished Nana to her many Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren.

Our particular thanks to all the staff at Kowhainui, especially those on ‘Feist’, and the Doctors and Nurses at Whanganui Hospital.

Hiraeth.

In accordance with Sylvia’s wishes a family farewell has been held.

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