Whanganui Funeral Notices

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WARREN: Lorna Mavis

Passing: 30th March 2024
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 7th April 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Wanganui on 30th March, in her 98th year.

Loving wife for 62 years of the late Frank.

Much loved Mum of Lynne and the late Tim Crowe(Hamilton), Jan and Rich Taylor (Te Awamutu), and Barb and Rog Hulme (Wanganui).

Nana of Ben, Mikayla and Rob, Matt and Julz, Scott and Ana, Jason and Sarah, and Lisa and Phil.

Special Gran Nan of Kaydee, and Georgia, and Nana of Zac, and Indy, and Eva, and Rory.

In accordance with Lorna’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

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GULLERY: Graham Thomas, (GUMBY)

Passing: 30th March 2024
Funeral: 4th April 2024 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 2nd April 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

In Wanganui on Saturday 30th March 2024, in his 63rd year.

Dearly loved partner of Christine for 23 years.

Loved Dad and G of Stacey and Rhys.

Loved Grandad of Jessica, Chelsea, Sam, Quinn, Kayde, Hunter, Lucian, and Lace.

Brother and brother in law of Doreen and (the late) Chris Bradley, (the late) Howard, ( the late) Thomas, Karen and Bob Sinclair, and Garry and Helen.

A much loved uncle and friend of many.

A celebration of Gumby’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, on Thursday 4th April 2024 at 1:30pm, and will be live-streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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LAWS: Warwick John

Passing: 22nd March 2024
Funeral: 2nd April 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 26th March 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Wanganui on 22 March 2024, in his 90th year.

Much loved husband of Veronica, and dearly loved Dad of Michael and Tara, and Melissa and Stephen Franklin.

Loving Grandad of Paige, and Breanna.

A service to celebrate Warwick’s life will be held in the Collegiate School Chapel, Liverpool Street, Wanganui on Tuesday 2nd April 2024, at 2.00pm.

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CIMINO: Glennis Lesley, (nee Paton)

Passing: 22nd March 2024
Funeral: 30th March 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 25th March 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

26/10/1944 - 22/03/2024. RIP

Passed away suddenly after a brief illness.

Loved mother to Angela, Robert and Lynne, and Teresa.

Proud grandmother of Jon, William, Henry, and Oscar; and new great grandmother to Ottilie.

A service to celebrate Glennis' life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Saturday 30th March 2024 at 11:00 am, and will be live-streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz .

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SNOW: Geoffrey David

Passing: 12th March 2024
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 24th March 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Geoff died peacefully at Whanganui Hospital on 12th March 2024.

Much loved brother of Fran, Stephen, Karen, Peter, Bryce, Jason, Andrew, and Robin.

He will be missed.

A private cremation has been held.

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STOWELL: Anne

Passing: 21st March 2024
Funeral: 26th March 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 22nd March 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

(Also known as Elizabeth Ann Alderfer)

On 21st March 2024, at Living Waters Rest Home, in her usual peaceful and dignified way.

She was 96 years old and a loved mother of Laurel, Rob and the late Michael.

She is survived by them, 7 grandchildren and many friends.

A remembrance will be held at the Quakers Settlement, Virginia Road, Whanganui on Tuesday 26th March, at 2.00pm.

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ROBERTS: Marjorie Doreen

Passing: 12th March 2024
Funeral: 22nd March 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 20th March 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully at Masonic Court on 12th March 2024.

Loved wife of the late John.

Loved mother and mother-in-law of Wayne and Philippa, and Sandra and Tom, and the late Alison.

A loved Grandma and Great Grandma to her grandchildren and great grand-children.

A grave-side service to farewell Marjorie will be held at the Aramoho Cemetery, McNeill Street, Whanganui on Friday 22nd March 2024, at 2.00pm.

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TAYLOR: Jeanette Rae Marie (Jan)

Passing: 11th March 2024
Funeral: 26th March 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 20th March 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Taupo on Monday 11th March 2024, aged 72 years.

Beloved wife of the late Kenneth.

A loving sister, aunty, cousin, and friend.

Special thanks to Wendy and Ian Cooper.

A service to celebrate Jan's life will be held in the Founders Chapel, 117 Rickit St, Taupo on Tuesday 26th March 2024, at 2:00pm.

A gentle lady now at peace.

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WILLS: Shirley (nee Keats)

Passing: 14th March 2024
Funeral: 20th March 2024 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 18th March 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Suddenly and peacefully at home on the 14th March 2024.

Dearly beloved and treasured wife of the late Rangi.

Devoted mother of Kelly, Jason and Andrea and Helen and Leah.

Loving Gran and Nana of Hannah and Ethan, Ben, Chloe and Madison and Ash.

Nana Shirley to Riley and Ziah.

Much loved sister of Gaye Haitana and the late Pauline Rohloff.

Shirley will lie at home, 41A Putiki Drive, Whanganui until her service which will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre St, on Wednesday 20th March at 1:30 pm.

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McLEOD: John Mate-Huirua

Passing: 15th March 2024
Funeral: 19th March 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
Published: 16th March 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Whanganui on Friday, 15th March 2024, aged 81.

Loved son of the late Rihi Tepatu and Alex McLeod.

Much loved husband of the late Elaine (nee Wilks).

Beloved Dad of Vicky and Dennis, Jen and Rex, Michael and Donna, Chris and Girl, and Lisa and Hone.

Much loved and respected Koro of all his mokopuna.

A loved brother, brother in law, uncle, cousin, and friend of many. John is with whanau at 16 Puriri Street, Whanganui.

John's funeral service will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Tuesday 19th March 2024, at 10:00am.

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