Whanganui Funeral Notices

Suddenly surrounded by family on 24th May 2021, aged 61 years.

Much loved wife of Jon for 38 years.

Inspirational and tolerant Mum of Nathan and Sharell.

Doting and proud Nanna of Charlotte and Tori.

Loved daughter of Rosalie and the late Curly, and sister of Wendy and the late Murray.

Loved and respected by all.

Friends are invited to a celebration of Lyn’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Friday 28th May 2021 at 10.30am, to be followed by Cremation.

Peacefully at home in Raetihi on 22nd May 2021, aged 97 years.

Beloved wife of Philip, 64 wonderful years of togetherness.

Cherished Mum of Liz and the late Dave, Sharon & Graeme, Janet, and Rachel & Jim.

Awesome Gran & Great Gran of Kim and Josh, Riley, Maddison and Ava; Rebekah and Toby, and Kip; Simone and Daniel; Michelle and Dale, Jasmine, and Hayley; Richard and Chelsea; Lucy, Caleb, Judah, and Samuel.

Friends are invited to a Service celebrating Dorothy’s life at The Centre, Seddon Street, Raetihi on Saturday 29th May 2021 at 11.00am, to be followed by Interment at the Raetihi Cemetery.

24.03.1952 – 24.05.2021

Passed away in the hospital.

Beloved husband of Eva Maraku nee Taiaroa (dec).

Adored father of Gareth-Lee, Julia Nga Manaakitanga (dec), & Genesis Marama Maraku and loved father-in-law of Talia Poutini-Lawrence. Cherished son of James Te Ao Marama & Myra Te Rehita Maraku (dec). Loved brother of Tiriki & Joy (dec), Georgina & Peter Emms (dec), Ruth Hartley, Tom (dec) & Maria Harrison, Pakiaka Pai (dec) and Anahera Te Rehita Maraku, Te Reo Whakamoemiti & Natalie Maraku and Sonja Te Reo Whakamoemiti Maraku. Loved by all his nieces, nephews, mokopuna, cousins, friends and his kuri, “Quincy”.

Sonny will be lying in state at the Marae in Ratana Pa.

All are invited to attend the funeral service in celebration of his life on Thursday 27th May 2021, at 11.00am.

“Haere ki te torona o Ihoa o nga mano”

On 21st May 2021 peacefully at Wanganui Hospital, aged 59 years young.

Loved son of Alex, and the late Juliet.

A loved Dad of Dana, and Kyra.

In accordance with the families wishes a Private Cremation has been held.

Peacefully on 24th May 2021 with his wife Colette and his niece Debbie at his side, aged 66 years.

Dad to David, Matthew, Michael, and Simon. Dad in law to Nikki, Karina, Michelle, and Laurie.

Grandad to Jack, Joshua; Axel, Milly; Ollie, Harper; and Kyle. Uncle to all his nieces and nephews.

We will miss your laughter.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Jim Bob’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel,

208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Friday 28th May 2021 at 1.30pm. to be followed by a

Private Cremation.

On 20th May 2021 suddenly in Wanganui, aged 70 years young.

Dearly loved wife & best friend of Ian.

Much loved Mum & Mother-in-law of Hayden & Melanie, Sarah & Steven Nevard, and Matthew & Carol.

Special Nana of Charissa, Jessica, Caleb; Sophie, Mitchell; Jackson, and Campbell.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Lorraine’s life in the Eulogy Lounge, Wanganui Function Centre, Purnell Street, Wanganui on Wednesday 26th May 2021 at 1.00pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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On 20th May 2021, suddenly in Wanganui.

Beautiful best friend & sister of Gaye & loved sister-in-law of Graeme.

Bubbly, fun loving Aunty of Kirsten & Russell, and Megan & Brendon.

Much loved Great Aunty of Maxx, Oliver & Beauden; Lily & Carter.

Will be forever missed.

16-03-1967 - 20-05-2021

Whai Kororia hareruia ki a Ihoa a o nga

mano Matua Tama Wairua Tapu me nga

Anahera a pono me te mangai.

Loving wife to her boyfriend the late Darren Maniapoto.

Daughter of Hine and the late Kahatuatini Kereopa, and Kyro Clarke. Daughter-in-law to the late John and Edie (Nanny old lady) Maniapoto.

Adored by her children Marshall and Carrie, Christina, Phillippa-Rae, and Hariata, and her cherished moko’s Wairangi, Reihana, Paige, Atairah, Mia, and

Te Ihi-Ngarangi.

Big sister to too many siblings and beautiful Aunty and Nan to all our whanau near and far.

Our Mum is laying at 47 Harper Street, Whanganui. Her funeral service will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Monday 24th May 2021, at 11.00am.

(formerly of Foxton Beach)

Peacefully on 13th May 2021 at Masonic Rest Home, Palmerston North. Aged 96 years.

Dearly loved husband of the late Bev.

Much loved father and friend of Graham and Fiona Street, Craig and Terrie Farr, and Grumpa to many.

Cherished companion of Joy Simonsen.

Graham and Craig would like to acknowledge the ongoing kindness and care from the rest home staff.

Thanks to Colin McGrail from Dempsey and Forrest, Whanganui, and also the extended Simonsen family for their love and support.

A Private Farewell for Barry has been held.

On 3rd April 2020 peacefully at Jane Winstone Retirement Village, Wanganui, aged 93 years.

Dearly loved husband of the late Kathryn.

Much loved father & father-in-law of Rosemary & Richard, Jeannie & Michael, Philippa & Ian.

Adored Popi and Grandad of Anna & Ben, Sam & Jess, Ben & Grace; Lucy & Pete, Sophie & Chris; Edward, and Kate.

Loved Great Grandad of Zoe and Grace; Poppy, Frida, and Nikau.

Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service to celebrate Gordon’s life in the Christ Church Anglican Church, Wicksteed Street, Wanganui on Saturday 29th May 2021 at 1.30pm. (PLEASE NOTE SATURDAY WEEK)

Suddenly, and peacefully in her sleep at home, on Tuesday 18th May 2021, aged 78 years young.

Loved wife of Colin for 57 years.

Loved Mum and mother-in-law of Sharon, Diane and Bruce, and Jane and Graeme.

Loved Nana to Colleen, Evelyn, Silas and Mason; Jessica and Hinerangi; Sarah-Anne and Ben; and her nine great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers donations to The Heart Foundation would be greatly appreciated and can be left at Eileen’s Service.

Eileen will be resting at home until her Service.

Friend’s are invited to attend a celebration of Eileen’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui, on Saturday 22nd May at 11.00 a.m, to be followed by interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery