Whanganui Funeral Notices

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.

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.

Passed away peacefully on 9th June, aged 87 years, at the Broadview Retirement Home.

Much loved Husband to Lyn for 62 years.

Loved Dad & Father-in-law to Paul & Diane, Grant (Deceased), Craig & John.

Loved Grandfather to Brian, & Sarah.

Loved Great Grandfather to Stephen, Charlie, & Grace.

A private Family Service has been held at Brian’s request.

Peacefully on 8th June 2024, aged 87 years.

Dearly loved Mother and Mother-in-Law of Conrad, Mark and Jo, and Adam.

Loved Grandmother to Thomas, Charlotte, Harry, Johnny, and Dylan.

A loved Sister to Olive French (recently deceased), and Rose Gallop.

Dear friend to Michael Haggie.

A spirited and vibrant woman who loved family, friends, art, music, and literature.

Our heartfelt thanks to the staff at Jane Winstone Retirement Village for their care of Gill over the last year.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Gill’s life at the Christ Church Anglican Church, 243 Wicksteed Street, Wanganui on Saturday 15th June 2024, at 2.00pm.

10th March 1939 sunrise - 30th May 2024 sunset

Peacefully with her husband by her side at Whanganui Hospital on 30th May 2024, aged 85 years

Dearly loved wife and best friend of Tommy for over 65 years.

Much loved and cherished Mum and Mother-in-law of Neil & Wendy, Stewart & Dianne, and Lindsay.

Treasured Gran to Stacey.

Loved youngest daughter of the late James and Margaret Foster.

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

Peacefully on 4th June 2024, aged 90 years.

Loved Wife of the late Charlie and Mother of the late Vernon.

Grandmother to Natasha and her family.

In accordance with Jean’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place.

Peacefully at Kowhainui on 2nd June 2024, aged 92 years.

Loved Wife of the late John.

Dearly loved Mother and Mother-in-Law of Gleny’s and John McGonigle, Rowena and Bill Ashworth, Kathrene Deiley (deceased), and Jenine and Keith Savell.

Much loved Nana of her 11 Grandchildren and her 20 Great Grandchildren.

A loved Sister, Sister-in-Law and Aunt.

Our heartfelt thanks to the staff at Kowhainui for their loving care of Olga and the support given to her family.

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

Passed away at home on 1st June 2024, aged 65 years.

Loved Father of Simon, Marc, Renee, and Rongomau.

Loved Brother of Karen (deceased) and Ashley, David and Kerry, Murray and Susan, and Jennifer and Shane.

In accordance with Owen’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place.

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Heather sadly passed away on Tuesday 4th June 2024.

Dearly loved daughter of the late Jack and Sylvia Condon.

Sister to all her siblings.

Mum to Stephanie and the late Fraser Edmonds, Stephen, Shaun (Deceased) and Lesley.

Nan to James-Lee, Walter, Odette and Jackson-Ray and Great Nan to Jizaiah-Ley, Tamatea, Mihi Terina and Kaiya-Lilly.

Heather will be resting at Raetihi Marae until her Funeral Service on Sunday 9th June 2024 at 11.00am, to be followed by interment in the Raetihi Cemetery.

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by love on 6th June 2024, aged 70 years.

Dearly loved Husband of Gael.

Treasured Father of Vince, Adam, Darren, Mel, Haylee, Daniel and their Partners.

Adored Grandad of 15 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren.

Precious Brother of Nobby (Dec), and Donna (UK).

Loved Brother-in-law, Uncle, Cousin, and good friend to many.

Ray will be resting at home until the Celebration of His Life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Tuesday 11th June 2024 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation.

Ray’s service can be viewed at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz “Watch Services Online”.