Whanganui Funeral Notices

15/01/1940 – 01/10/2021

RNZAF 5 Squadron 1959-1965

Much adored husband and best friend to Jeanette.

Loved father of Julie, Greg, Chris, Catherine, Tina, and Barbara.

Grandad of many and Great Grandad of some too.

“If we have forgotten to show our gratitude enough for all the things you did, we’re thanking you now.

And we are hoping you knew all along, how much you meant to us.”

In accordance with Robert’s wishes a Private Family Farewell has been held.

The full-time whistle has blown for Arty.

Suddenly on Monday 4th October 2021 at home, aged 65 years young.

Dearly loved husband of Susan, adored father to Jason and Nicole, Kelly, Hayley and Hayden. Treasured Poppa to Josh, Finley, Ky-mani, Lourdes, Hunter, Harlo, Indiana, Augustina and Luca - and great-grandfather to Beauden.

Kevin will be resting at home until Sunday and people are welcome to come and pay their respects.

Friends and family are invited to attend a service to celebrate Arty’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Monday 11th October 2021 at 11.00am, followed by Interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

Due to the current covid restrictions please note that a maximum number of 100 people will be able to attend.

An invitation is extended to view Arty’s Service online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz watch a funeral online link.

Suddenly at home in Wanganui, on 4 October 2021, aged 90 years.

Much loved husband for 56 years of the late Leita.

Dearly loved Dad of Dave and Lynda, Jenny and Chris, Richard and Awhina, Stu and Paula , and the late Cheryl, and Andrew.

A treasured friend of Betty.

Loved Grandad of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A service to celebrate Ray's life will be live-streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz on Saturday 9 October 2021 at 11.00am.

Peacefully at New Vista Rest Home, Whanganui, on Monday 4 October 2021, aged 94 years.

Loved husband of the late Jean and the Lettie.

Loved Dad and father-in-law of Colin and Barbara, Robin and Bernadette, Murray and Helen, Lionel (dec), Linda, and Glenda and Mark.

Loved Grandad to 13 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Norm’s life at 315 Mangawhero Road, Ohakune on Friday 8 October at 1:00 p.m, to be followed by interment in the Raetihi Cemetery.

Peacefully at Hospice Whanganui on 3 October 2021, in her 98th year.

Loved wife & companion of the late Philip for 65 years.

Loving mother and mother-in-law of David & Scilla, Bruce & Denise, Jill, Jackie(dec), Robert & Audrey, and Heather & Alisdair.

Loving Grandmother of 12 special grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Joyce's life in St James Presbyterian Church, 42 Helmore Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 6 October at 1.30pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Whanganui can be left in the church foyer.

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

Joyce's service can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz<http://www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz>

Peacefully at home on Sunday 3 October 2021, aged 74 years.

Dearly loved Husband and Best Mate of Bonnie.

Much loved father and father in law of Julie, Shaun and Kirsti, and Matt and Lorene.

Treasured grandad of Caitlin, Cain(deceased), Teresa, Alayna, Tayla, Jayden, Makayla, Charlie, and Emma and loved great grandad of Matthew.

All messages C/- The Ahern Family, P.O. Box 341, Wanganui.

An invitation is extended to view the live webcast of the service online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz

Friends are invited to attend a service to celebrate Murray’s life in the Holy Family Catholic Church, Tawhero Street, Wanganui on Thursday 7 October 2021 at 1.00pm, to be followed by interment in the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

Due to the current restrictions a maximum of 100 people are able to attend the service.

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 29th September 2021, aged 94 years.

Much loved wife of the late Griff Tedd and of the late John Gibson.

Mother and mother-in-law of Peter and Penny, David and Jenni. Nana of Jono and Philly.

A private Service has taken place.

Passed away peacefully in Whanganui on 24th September 2021, aged 92 years old.

Loved sister of Margaret Carroll (Tauranga), and the late Noel Tarrant (Papamoa), Valerie Benson (Whanganui), and Barbara Benbrook (Whanganui). Aunt, great-aunt, friend and dedicated educator to many.

“For the joy of community,

For the gift of diversity,

For the vision of harmony,

We give thanks”

The family will hold a private ceremony for Jocelyn.

Died Saturday 25th September 2021 in his 96th year.

Loved husband of the late Beryl, loved father of (the late) Sid, Ken, Gordon, and Susan.

Loved grandfather and great-grandfather.

Thanks to the staff at Kowhainui Rest Home for the care you gave George.

A private family farewell has been held.

Peacefully in her sleep with family by her side on Saturday 14th August 2021 at Summerset Rest Home, aged 76 years.

Loved daughter of the late Charles and Vera Ward.

Much loved Mum and mother-in-law of Sylvia and Rick, Karen and Peter, and Richard.

Treasured grandma to her 13 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Loved sister of Lesley.

Loved aunty to all her nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers donations to St. John Ambulance would be greatly appreciated and can be left at Judith's Service.

Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Celebration of Judith's life at Christ Church Anglican Church, 243 Wicksteed St. Whanganui, on Thursday 7th October 2021 at 1:00 p.m.