Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

BURNS: Daniel John (Danny)

Passing: 12th February 2022
Funeral: 17th February 2022 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 14th February 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Suddenly at home with his family on 12th February 2022, aged 68 years.

Much loved Husband and Soulmate to Donna, together for 52 years.

Adored Father and cherished Dad of Tara and Keelan, Scott and Becky, and Carl and Emma.

Loved and proud Grandad of Priya and Tane, Varnie, Kyra, Tyson, Nevaeh; and Seth. Super Hero and second Dad to Brent.

Friends are invited to a celebration of Danny’s life at 11 Ngatarua Road, Putiki, on Thursday 17th February 2022 at 1.00pm, to be followed by a Private Cremation.


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FREDERICK: Margaret (Marg) Olive (nee Mackay)

Passing: 12th February 2022
Funeral: 16th February 2022 at 1:00 p.m.
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Published: 13th February 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Our ever-thoughtful, kind and caring mum peacefully left us on 12th February 2022, aged 91 years.

A loved wife and friend to the late Jaff; adored sister of Bruce (Wairoa); a beautiful mother to Jill, Pam, Jo and Guy; an inspiring mother-in-law to Dean, Darryl, Murray and Lily; a perfect role model and Marnie to Margot, Anna, Lucy, Sam, Tom, Kate and Hebe.

She is a gift to us all and will stay with us forever.

Regretfully, due to Covid, service is by invite only, but able to be viewed live by webcast at 1.00pm on Wednesday 16th February 2022, at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘Watch a Funeral Online Link’


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HAMMOND: Kevin James

Passing: 4th February 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 12th February 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Born on 18 August 1934, passed away at Lifecare Broadview Rest Home on 4th February 2022.

Youngest son of the late Joseph and Minnie Hammond, formerly of Ohingaiti. Loved by his nieces.

Many thanks for the care and attention from staff at Lifecare.

A special thanks to Mrs Joan Bull for her support of Kevin over many years.

A private cremation has taken place and interment will be at the Ohingaiti Cemetery.


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LANCE: Ripia Diane (Libby)

Passing: 10th February 2022
Funeral: 14th February 2022 at 10:30 a.m.
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Published: 11th February 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

On 10th February 2022, at the Jane Winston Retirement Village, aged 77.

Much loved mother of Bec, Anton and Kate. Cherished grandmother of Stevie and Nat, Josh and Ben and great grandmother of Hawaiki. Adored sister of Ted, Lorraine (passed), Linda, Elizabeth, Jacqui, Robyn, Karyn and Toni-ann.

A special teacher (Mrs Davis) to many.

A service to celebrate Libby’s life will be held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Monday 14th February 2022 at 10:30am, to be followed by a Private Cremation.

Vaccine Passes are required.

Libby’s Service can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘Watch Funeral Online’ link.


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NEPIA: Andre Mahia (Onj)

Passing: 10th February 2022
Funeral: 14th February 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 11th February 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Suddenly on Thursday 10th February 2022, in his 50th year.

Much loved son of Thomas and Charmaine.

Loved brother and brother-in-law of Justin and Sherilyn.

Loved uncle Onj to Reave, Asher, and Jax.

Much loved step-son of Maida.

Much loved moko, cousin and nephew of the Nepia-Hemi, Haddon and Kahukura whanau.

Andre will be resting at 28 Lee Street until his Tangi.

Friends and whanau are invited to Andre’s Tangi at 28 Lee Street, Whanganui on Monday 14th February 2022 at 11.00am, to be followed by interment at the Ratana Urupa.

Vaccine passports are required for attendance.


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WILLIAMS: Audrey Jean (née Coleman)

Passing: 5th February 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 11th February 2022

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Passed away peacefully at her home in Mount Maunganui, on Saturday 5th February 2022, aged 92 years.

Daughter of the late Percy and Annie Coleman. Loved sister of Bob, the late Rod, and the late Marion.

Dearly loved mom and mom in law of Dale & Nigel Munn, and Grant & Robyn. Loved grandma of Alex, Brittany, and Geena.

A private family farewell for Audrey has been held.

Messages to the Williams family c/- Reflections Funerals, PO Box 13377, Tauranga.


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CLARK: Lesley Gwendoline

Passing: 8th February 2022
Funeral: 16th February 2022 at 2:00 p.m.
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Published: 10th February 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Aged 79, passed away peacefully after illness, with family and friends on Tuesday 8th February 2022.

Dearly loved Mother and Mother in law of Deylene and Jason, Robert, Wendy and David. Loved Nana of Tim and Morgan, Sam, Michael, and Olivia.

Messages to the Family may be left at the chapel or posted c/- PO Box 7102, Wanganui 4541.

A service to celebrate Lesley's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Wednesday 16th February 2022 at 2.00pm, and will be live streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz/live
Covid restrictions apply, and Vaccine passports are required.

Please phone 06 - 345 5522 to register your attendance.


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FACKNEY: Ethel Lilian

Passing: 9th February 2022
Funeral: 14th February 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
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Published: 10th February 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 9th February 2022 at home surrounded by her loving family, aged 85 years.

Dearly beloved wife of the late Charlie. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Christopher and Jean (Timaru); Angela and Wayne Mudgway (Townsville); Paul and Donna (Whanganui); Fiona and Scott Owen (Sunshine Coast); Carl and Michelle (UK); David and Reha (Auckland). A dearly loved Grandma and Nana of Emily and Tom; Natasha, Hayden and Cody; Benjamin, the late Christina, Mikayla, Katelyn, Kimberley and Keegan; Daniel, Samantha and Courtney; Bailey and Hanna. A loved great grandma of Harvey, Nina, Kye, Riley, Tyler, Scarlet, Jordan, Mia, Quinn and River.

Loved sister and sister-in-law of the late Maureen and Carl Boswell; Aubrey and Pat Peters; Rita Cutler and Aunty to Denise, Dion, Chrisie and Jonathan.

You’re beautiful, you’re endless, now stretch your wings and fly. You’re loved by so many, it will never be goodbye.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Ethel’s life in the Christ Church Anglican Church, 243 Wicksteed Street, Whanganui on Monday 14th February 2022 at 11.00am, to be followed by a Private Cremation.

Please note due to Government restrictions a maximum of 100 are able to attend and vaccine passes will be required.

Ethel’s service will be livestreamed on www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘Watch Funeral Online’ link.


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STEWART: Colin Henry

Passing: 9th February 2022
Funeral: 14th February 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
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Published: 10th February 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully on 9th February, aged 86.

Dearly beloved husband of Lynne, adored father and father in law of Jenny and Keith, Vicki and Chris, and Joanne and Simon. Loved Grandad of Dean, Stewart, Jena, Nicole, Ethan, Guy, (the late) Laura , Brad, and Olivia and his 13 great grandchildren.

Heartfelt thanks for the loving care and support that Colin received from the wonderful team at the Kauri Unit at Broadview for the last 11 months.

A service to celebrate Colin's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Monday 14th February 2022 at 11.00am, and will be livestreamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz/live

Covid restrictions apply. Please phone 06 - 345 5522 to register your attendance.

Vaccine passed must be presented.


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ABRAHAM: Edna Jean (Jean)

Passing: 4th February 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 10th February 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

On 4th February 2022 peacefully at New Vista Rest Home, aged 88 years.

Much loved Mum and Mother in Law of Cherie and John, Denise, Steve and Anna, Janine and Peter. Loved Nana of Corrine, Kendall and Louis. Loved Grandma of Isabella, Ari, Boh, and Perry.

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


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