Whanganui Funeral Notices

Listed in order of publication date

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

RAYMOND: Jill

Passing: 30th October 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 3rd November 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Hospice Whanganui with Pete by her side on 30th October 2021, aged 82 years.

Loving soulmate of Pete for nearly 60 years.

Respected sister of Graeme and Dale (Dec) and friend of Lance and Helen (Dec).

Loved sister in law of Margaret, Pat and Bill, Beverley, Jenny and Nigel, Gloria, and Joan, and the late June, John, and Ken.

Special aunt, great aunt and friend to many.

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

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CARVELL: Edna

Passing: 29th October 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 3rd November 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Passed away peacefully on Friday 29th October, aged 103, at St Johns Hill Healthcare with family at her side.

Dearly loved wife of the late Eric & adored mother and mother-in-law of Barry & Jan, Ken & Susan, Harvey & Bronwyn, Ross & Halina.

Much treasured Grandmother of 10 and Great Grandmother of 18 in NZ, Australia, and England.

“An amazing lady who enriched the lives of many. Will always be remembered by those she touched.”

The extended family would like to thank the Staff for their dedicated love and care firstly at Springvale Manor and then at St Johns Hill Healthcare.

A Private Family Farewell for Edna has been held.

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BARRINGTON: Fiona Maire (nee Ritchfield)

Passing: 31st October 2021
Funeral:
Published: 2nd November 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

After a long and courageous fight, passed away peacefully on Sunday 31st October 2021, aged 49 years.

Much loved wife and best friend of Robert. Dearly loved Mum of Sam and William. Loved daughter in law of Christina and Wallace.

A loved sister in law of Tracy and Glenn McMurtrie and a special aunty of Georgia and Brooke (all of Auckland).

Goodbye Fiona you will always be the brightest star in our lives.

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LAING: Aloise Constance

Passing: 31st October 2021
Funeral: 5th November 2021
Watch Online: Yes
Published: 2nd November 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Jane Winstone on 31st October 2021, aged 77 years.

Much loved wife for 57 years of Murray.

Dearly loved Mum of Jason and Debbie, Andrew and Yvette, and Hayden and Karen.

A loving Nan of Jessica, and Grace; Jayden, Chevonne, Elise, and Alexander; and Tayla.

Heartfelt thanks to the team of carers in the Jane Winstone Special Care Unit, and the Alzheimers Association. In memory of Aloise donations to the Alzheimers Association would be appreciated.

A service to celebrate Aloise's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Friday 5th November 2021 at 1:30pm, and will be livestreamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

Please call 06 345 5522 to confirm your attendance.

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BOUGEN: Jean Lorna

Passing: 29th October 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 2nd November 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Whanganui Hospital on Friday 29th October 2021, in her 90th year.

Much loved wife of the late Mick.

Loved Mum and Mother-in-law of Jenny and Ken, Michael (dec) and Debbie, Susan, and Donald (dec).

Loved daughter of the late Roland and Lorna Wright.

Loved Nan to her 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

Loved sister of Betty and Ian.

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

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LUFF: Anne Florence

Passing: 31st October 2021
Funeral: 4th November 2021
Published: 1st November 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Passed away peacefully on Sunday 31st October 2021 after a long courageous battle, aged 55 years.

Beloved wife of Kevin.

Cherished mum of Nathan & Sam.

Beautiful aunty to all her nieces & nephews.

Loved by all who knew her.

Warm thanks to all who cared for Anne over the years, especially the wonderful staff at Laura Fergusson.

Friends are invited to attend Requiem Mass for Anne to be celebrated in St Anne’s Catholic Church, Raine Street, Wanganui East on Thursday 4th November 2021 at 1.30pm, to be followed by a private family interment.

Please note due to current restrictions a maximum of 100 people are permitted to attend.

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MACK: Peter Herrick

Passing: 20th October 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 31st October 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

On Wednesday 20th October 2021 at Whanganui Hospital, aged 65 years.

Dearly loved husband of Margaret for over 40 years.

Loved Dad of Emma-Lee and Stacy.

Loved little brother and brother-in-law of Delphine and Ross(dec), Sue and Steve, Cristina and Robert(dec); Jeanette and Graham, and Rhonda.

Peter was a special uncle, friend and work colleague to many.

A private ceremony has been held.

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RICHARDSON: Dorothy Maureen (W.R.A.C.)

Passing: 11th October 2021
Funeral: Memorial Svce Later
Published: 31st October 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 11th October 2021 at Summerset Care Centre, Wanganui, aged 90 years.

Loved wife of the late Brian.

Dearly loved mother and mother in law of Karen and Paul, Lindy and Grant, and Martin and Tracey.

A loved Gran of Andrew and Nikki, Claire and Tom, Patrick and Emma; Becky, Sydney, and Mallory.

A loved Great Gran of James, Penelope, and Poppy.

A private family service has been held.

A memorial service will be held at a date and time to be advised.

All messages C/- The Richardson family, P.O. Box 341, Wanganui

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TROW: Rex

Passing: 23rd October 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 31st October 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Wanganui on 23rd October 2021, aged 85 years.

Father of Peter, David, Wendy, and Julie.

Loved partner of the late Jan.

Much loved brother of Gordon, the late Malcolm, Ron, and Colin.

In accordance with Rex's wishes, a private farewell has been held.

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HAWKEN: Oswald Ian Bruce, (Ian)

Passing: 22nd October 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 31st October 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Whanganui on 22nd October 2021, in his 84th year.

Loved husband of Jillian (Jill) and a loved father and grandfather.

Special thanks to Broadview for their excellent care.

In accordance with his wishes a private farewell has been held.

Messages please to PO Box 4281 Whanganui

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