Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

JUDSON: Trevor Alan (Trev)

Passing: 9th November 2021
Funeral: 13th November 2021
Watch Online: Yes
Published: 10th November 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

On 9th November 2021 peacefully at Whanganui Hospital, aged 85 years.

Dearly loved Husband of Patricia for the past 60 years.

Much loved Dad and Father-in-law of Lance and Sonya, and Sharon and Cliff.

Loved Poppa of Shawn, Vanessa; Jade, Lloyd, Lucas, and Grace.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Trev's life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Saturday 13th November 2021 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

Trev's Service will be webcast on www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz 'Watch A Funeral Online' link.

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MCKEE: Duncan Earle

Passing: 29th October 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 10th November 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Wanganui on 29th October 2021, aged 85 years.

Dearly loved husband for 62 years of Helen.

Much loved and respected father and father-in-law of Bill, Denise and Alan Thompson, Lynda and Peter Brownbridge, and Di and Dave Malcolmson.

Loving Grandad of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In accordance with Duncan’s wishes a private farewell has bees been held.

Special thanks to the staff of Jane Winstone for their compassionate care of Duncan.

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DONALD: Jean Heather (nee Glenn)

Passing: 5th November 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 10th November 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Kowhainui Hospital, Wanganui surrounded by her loving family on Friday 5th November 2021, aged 91 years.

Dearly loved wife of the late Bruce.

Much loved mother and mother in law of Murray and Christine, Hugh and Noelene, and Heather and Brett McIntosh.

Treasured Gran of James and Dee, Thomas and Alex, Sarah and Troy, Jessica; Charlotte and Jesse, Bruce; Scott and Hanna,

Kate and Mitch, and Anna and her great grandchildren Max, Jack, Emily, Henry, Tate, Millie and Charlie.

Special thanks to the staff at Kowhainui for their wonderful care of Jean.

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

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SMITH: Brian William: OStJ, QSM

Passing: 2nd November 2021
Funeral: 11th November 2021
Watch Online: Yes
Published: 8th November 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

01.08.1941 - 02.11.2021

Unexpectedly in Wellington Regional Hospital in the presence of his loved and loving partner Pip Matheson and her daughter Jenni.

Loved father and father-in-law of Conrad and Sue Brachet-Smith (Edenbridge, Kent, UK), Victoria and Stuart Jensen (Auckland), and extended family of Murray, Rachelle, Jenni, and Dwayne.

Grandfather to Adam, Darrell and Monique Brachet-Smith, Kelsey, Sherwood, Paige, and Tayne Matheson.

Brian will be sorely missed by his fur friend Mystery.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Order of St John Wanganui would be appreciated and may be left in the Atrium.

A service to celebrate Brian's life will be held on Thursday 11th November 2021 at 2.00pm and will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz.

Please call 06 345 5522 to confirm your attendance.

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HORNE: Sheryle Lorna

Passing: 1st November 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 7th November 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Whanganui hospital on Monday 1st November 2021, in her 62nd year.

Beloved Mum to Jason.

Beloved soul mate to Antz.

Beloved Sister, Aunty, Cousin and Friend.

All messages to 16 Hood Street, Castlecliff, Whanganui.

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

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MCDOWELL: Elizabeth Margaret (Betty)

Passing: 6th November 2021
Funeral: 10th November 2021
Watch Online: Yes
Published: 7th November 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed suddenly but peacefully at Whanganui Hospital on 6th November 2021.

Loved wife of the late Neil (Mac).

Beloved and special Mum of Kathy. Loved Nan-Nan to Ebony, Sinatra, TJ, and Max. Very special friend of Chrissy, and the late Trish.

A service to celebrate Betty’s life will be held on Wednesday 10th November 2021, at 1:30pm.

Please call Cleveland’s to confirm your attendance, or you can watch online at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz/live.

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WOOD: Patricia Mary

Passing: 3rd November 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 5th November 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed peacefully at Springvale Manor on 3rd November 2021.

Much loved wife of the late Maurice.

loved and wonderful Mum and mother-in-law of Jennifer, and Megan and Robert. Cherished Granny of Bianca, Desirée, Marcos, Tyler, and Emma, and all her great grand-children.

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

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HEAD: Barry Norman

Passing: 3rd November 2021
Funeral: 6th November 2021
Watch Online: Yes
Published: 4th November 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed peacefully after a short illness in Hospice Whanganui on 3rd November 2021.

Barry ran a good race, and will be remembered by all those he came across.

A service to celebrate Barry's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui, on Saturday 6th November 2021 at 2.00pm and will be live streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

Please call 06 345 5522 to confirm your attendance.

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RANGIWANANGA: Lauris Jean (nee Mathieson)

Passing: 3rd November 2021
Funeral: 6th November 2021
Watch Online: Yes
Published: 4th November 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Whanganui Hospital on Wednesday 3rd November 2021, aged 71 years.

Much loved Mum and Mother-in-law of Melissa and Rob, and Damian and Isabel.

Loved Nana to Natalia and Paipeta.

Loved Sister of Trish, Ron, Kenny, and Rexy.

Loved Aunty to all her nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Lauris's life in the Aramoho Crematorium Chapel, McNeill Street, Whanganui on Saturday 6th November 2021, at 10.30am.

Please note that due to the current restrictions a maximum number of 100 people will be able to attend.

An invitation is extended to friends to view Lauris's Service online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz<http://www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz> 'Watch Funeral Online' link.

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EDMONDS: Marie Therese

Passing: 30th October 2021
Funeral: 9th November 2021
Watch Online: Yes
Published: 3rd November 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

On 30th October 2021, peacefully at Wharerangi Rest Home.

Dearly loved Mum & Mother-in-law of Alexis and the late Sam Viola (Melbourne), Gaylene & Tony, and Philip.

Loved ‘Little Nana’ of Jeremy (JJ), Jared (Jarry Winkles), and Hawira (Hawee).

A loved Aunty of all her nieces and nephews especially Cheryl and Graeme, Lorraine and Johnny.

All messages c/- The Edmonds Family, P.O.Box 341, Wanganui.

Friends are invited to attend Requiem Mass for Marie to be celebrated in St Mary’s Catholic Church, Guyton Street, Wanganui on Tuesday 9th November 2021 at 1.00pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

Rosary will be recited in the Church on Monday at 5.00pm.

Please note due to current restrictions a maximum of 100 people are able to attend. Marie’s Mass will be webcast on www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz watch a Funeral Online link.

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