Whanganui Funeral Notices

On 7th September 2021 after a long illness, aged 63 years.

Much loved Mum of Aidan. Loved daughter of Dan and Katie (both deceased). Loved sister of Peter, Julia, Kevin, her late twin Anne, and Clare.

Respected and loved by all her extended family.

Due to the current Covid restrictions, a private family service has been held.

E pā tō hau, he wini raro

He hōmai aroha

Ka tangi atu au i konei

He aroha ki te iwi

E tangi haku nei, maringi noa ngā roimata. I tēnei te whakarongo ake ki tō manawa kiore. Ko te awa o Whangaehu, ko ngā wai ririki, tēnei kua taka ā roto. E oki e kui ki te kāinga tūturu o ngā wairua, ki ōu tini tūpuna e whanga ana ki a koe. Waiho mātou ki muri nei tangi pūkatokato ai, e kore te aroha e māroke i te rā.

Tangi hotu nei, tangi hotu nei. E moe, e oki.

Ruakohatu Pikiraukawa Tamou passed away on the 9th of September surrounded by the love of her whānau. Loved Wife of Pine Tamou, dearest mother to Moana and Karena and cherished Nanny to all of her mokopuna. A treasured daughter, mother, sister, cousin, aunty and nana to many.

Nanny Ruakohatu will return home to Whangaehu Marae, this afternoon and her service will be held an Whangaehu Marae at 11.00am on Saturday. The service will be live-streamed.

We understand that many whānau and friends want to be present with Aunty Rua and her whānau at this time. With the level 2 restrictions we are limited by numbers attending. Aunty Rua has a large whānau and we ask that if possible please attend by zoom. We know your love and thoughts are here with us all at this time although many can’t attend in person.

Delta Level 2 restrictions will be upheld and whakaeke times will be set as follows:

Thursday 9th September

- 3pm and 5pm

Friday 10th September

10am, 12pm, 2pm and 4pm

We are restricted by numbers to 100 outside and 50 inside and our keka / Covid marshals will liaise with you in the carpark.

We will be wearing masks where appropriate and ask you to do the same.

There will be no harirū.

KOHA

Mindful that some people will be unable to join us because of the restrictions so if you wish to send a koha, the following bank account is provided:

J M Kinnaird

38 9000 0209075 00

Please put your name in the reference.

TANGIHANGA UNDER DELTA LEVEL 2

CONTACT TRACING / SANITISING:

All whānau are asked to scan in and scan out. Tracer app QR codes will be on display around the marae. There will also be sanitizer stations and sign in sheets for those who do not have the app.

OPE - MANUHIRI:

Tangihanga attendance is limited to 50 people max indoors, and 100 people outdoors.

So we can manaaki within the rules, we will have our keka communicate with all incoming manuhiri. Our whare kai is set up to ensure that tables are seated appropriately, following kai these areas will be cleaned.

EVENING KARAKIA

We are asking that evening karakia is left to the hau kāinga to uphold including pō whakamutunga below is the link to join us at 7pm online:

Join Zoom Meeting:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6759236080

Meeting ID: 675 923 6080

NON CONTACT / SEPARATE BUT TOGETHER:

MASKS:

These are compulsory. Please wear a mask. Masks will be available for those who don’t have them

ACCOMMODATION:

We are limited to only 50 people staying in the wharepuni so we ask you to be mindful of this.

PROTECT OUR WHAKAPAPA

If you are sick or unwell, please stay at home.

If you are immune compromised, we love you but please stay at home.

We love you all and keeping everyone safe and well looked after is of upmost importance to us.

In Whanganui Hospital on 8th September 2021, aged 60 years.

Loved Daughter of the late Matiu and Mamaeroa Lei Mareikura

Dearly loved wife of William; and treasured Mum of Te Kawai and Willie, Tarake and Brenda, Tuatini and Numia, (the late) Te Wā, Ngahuapai, Piri kite Atua, Te Mura o te Aroha, and Jazmyn. A much loved Tuakana, Tuahine, Nana, aunty, cousin, sister-in-law, niece, and friend.

Corina is lying on Maungarongo Marae, Ohakune.

Her Rā Nehu will be held at the marae on Saturday, 11th September 2021 at 11.00am.

Covid 19 restrictions will be followed.

Died peacefully in Whanganui on 6th September 2021, aged 93 years.

A faithful friend to many, helping others and serving her community. She was so full of love with a fun sense of humour to the end - now at rest with her Lord.

Beloved wife of Brian.

A precious and much-loved mum of Elizabeth and Colin, Penelope and Rene, Linley and Henry, Rosemary and Charles and adored Nanna to her 14 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

We will all miss her immensely.

The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to the truly dedicated staff of Jane Winstone Special Care Unit for their loving care of Mum and the home’s continuing support of Dad.

A Memorial service for Nancy will be held at later date.

On 26th August 2021, peacefully at Wanganui Hospital after a short illness, aged 92 years.

Dearly loved husband and best friend of the late Leila.

Much loved father and father in law of Stephen and Joanne, Colleen and Bill, Robyn and Bruce, Kieren and Veronica, and Philip and Lana.

Loved grandad of Matt, Dave, Megan, James; Craig, Stephanie, Gary; Kelly, Bennet, Adam, Mason; Daniel, Keri, Ceid; Chelsea, Hannah, and Travis.

A loved great grandad of his 12 great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers donations to the Wanganui Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.

A Funeral Mass for Pat will be celebrated.

Due to the current Covid Restrictions please note that a maximum number of 50 family members will be able to attend.

An invitation is extended to friends to view the Mass online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz on Friday 10th September 2021 at 1.30pm.

Peacefully, in her 91st year, at Kowhainui Rest Home, Whanganui on 7th September 2021.

Cherished wife of 68 years and soulmate of the late Roy.

Adored mother of Trish and Graham Johnston, Allan and Pauline, and Kevin and Megan.

Much loved Nana to her 8 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.

The family wish to thank Kowhainui staff for their care and support over the past 2 years.

A private cremation has been held..

Peacefully in her sleep with family at her side on Sunday 15th August 2021 at Hospice Whanganui, aged 88 years.

Much loved wife of the late Dick.

Loved Mum and mother-in-law of David and Jane, and Mary and Eric Hume.

Loved nana to Craig and Eriko, Justin and Kirstin, Michael, and John and Katie, and great nana to Jessica and Kate; and Toby, and Cooper.

Loved aunty to Derek and Kathy, and all her nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Whanganui would be greatly appreciated and can be left Elaine’s Service.

Friends are invited to attend a Memorial celebration of Elaine’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui, on Saturday 11th September 2021, at 1:00pm.

Please note that due to the current restrictions a maximum number of 50 people will be able to attend.

An invitation is extended to friends to view Elaine's service online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz

Passed away on Tuesday 31st August 2021, in his 92nd year.

Dearly loved husband, best friend and protector of Jan for 64 years. Loved Dad to Pauline, Christine & Graham, and Brenda & Brian.

Much loved Grandad to his 8 Grandchildren and Grandy to his 16 Great Grandchildren.

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

Passed away suddenly on Wednesday 1st September 2021, aged 71 years.

Loved son of Clarrie & May Howes (both deceased), brother & brother-in-law of Brian & Venka, Michael & Lyndel, Ron (dec), and Gary(dec) & Kathleen.

Respected Uncle of all his nieces and nephews.

A Private Cremation for Vic has taken place.

On 4th September 2021, passed away very peacefully at home.

Loved husband of Beth.

Much loved Dad of Rachel, Latham & Ngaraima, and Fraser & Tracey.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Whanganui would be greatly appreciated and can be posted to P.O.Box 4284, Wanganui.

In accordance with the Families wishes a Private Family Farewell has been held.