Whanganui Funeral Notices

Listed in order of publication date

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

HOCKLY: Ian John (Hock)

Passing: 26th April 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 5th May 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

On 26th April 2021, aged 82 years.

Husband of the late Marg. Father of Wayne and Nikki, Craig and Andrew, and Jamie and Jody.

Loved Pop to Emma, Ella, and Dillon.

In accordance with Hock’s wishes a Private Cremation has taken place.

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MCCALLUM: Andrew James, (Anaru)

Passing: 3rd May 2021
Funeral: 7th May 2021
Published: 4th May 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Hospice Whanganui with family at his side on 3rd May 2021, aged 49.

Loved eldest son of Te Aroha and the late James. Much loved partner of Stacey. Loving Dad of Mercedes, Talisa, Anaru, Hineiwi, and Chance. A much loved Koro of his mokopuna. loved brother of Faith and Adam, Russell and Te Raania, Darryl and Janelle, Clark, and Vance, and the late Andrea, Tina, and Mere.

Anaru is lying on Te Aroha Marae ,Kai Iwi. His funeral will be held at the marae on Friday 7th May 2021, at 11.00am.

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NICHOLSON: Jean McKane, (nee Morgan)

Passing: 1st May 2021
Funeral: 5th May 2021
Published: 2nd May 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully in Wanganui surrounded by her loving family on 1st May 2021, aged 84 years.

Loved wife of the late Alex. Loving Mum of Ian and (the late) Missy, Anthony and Morag, Caroline and Roger. Loving Nana to Jared, Casey, and Morgan; Nicholas, and Alysha; and great Nana of Patrick, and Nixon.

A service for Jean will be held in the Aramoho Crematorium Chapel, McNeill Street, on Wednesday 5th May 2021, at 11.00am.

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COOK: Reginald Ellis (Reg)

Passing: 30th April 2021
Funeral: 3rd May 2021
Published: 2nd May 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully in Wanganui Hospital on 30th April 2021, aged 94 years.

Dearly beloved husband of Dulcie for 72 years. Much loved father and father in law of

Dennis and Sue Cook, Pam and Terry Lester, and the late Brent.

A loved Poppa and Pa of all his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.

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

208 Guyton Street, Wanganui MONDAY 3rd May 2021 at 1.30pm, to be followed by

a private cremation

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CAMPBELL: James Anthony (Jim

Passing: 27th April 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 30th April 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 27th April 2021. Aged 73 years.

Loved son of Ellen and the late Jim Campbell. Loved father of all his children.

‘Gone off for one last hunt’

According to Jim’s wishes a private family gathering has been held.

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GARMONSWAY: Bevan Parry

Passing: 26th April 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 30th April 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

On 26th April, 2021, peacefully at home in his 82nd year.

Dearly loved father of Raewyn and Derek (Auckland), and Lynette and Chris (USA). Brother of Gladys (Auckland), Ken (Masterton), and Allan (UK), and his late brothers and sisters. Loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews.

Special thanks to Clyde, Mel, Roger, and Noeline for your support; and to Hospice Whanganui for your invaluable help.

“A gracious man to the end”

A private farewell has been held, a public memorial service for Bevan will be held at a later date.

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CAMERON: Hamish Fraser Yuill (Ham Bam)

Passing: 28th April 2021
Funeral: 4th May 2021
Published: 29th April 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

As the result of an accident in Dannevirke on Wednesday 28th April 2021, aged 24 years.

Dearly loved son of Glenn and Nicola and much loved brother of Kaylah, Stacey, Maree-Anne, Sherilee and Elliot.

Grandson of Peter Fraser and Jennifer Burkett, and the late Jock and Freda Cameron.
Friends are invited to a Service to celebrate Hamish’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton St, Wanganui, on Tuesday 4th May 2021 at 1.30pm, to be followed by private cremation.

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POFF: Russell William

Passing: 29th April 2021
Funeral: 3rd May 2021
Published: 29th April 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

On 29th April 2021, peacefully at Hospice Whanganui, surrounded by his loving family, aged 83 years.

Cherished Husband of Sue for 59 years.

Much loved Dad & Father-in-law of Anna & Kev, Sarah & Chris, Liz & Kel, and Mike & Anna.

Adored Rusty of his 8 Grandchildren.

“A great mate and smile maker to many.”

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

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Russell’s life at the Wanganui Golf Club, 14 Clarkson Ave, Wanganui on Monday 3rd May 2021 at 1.30pm, to be followed by a Private Cremation.

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BLYTHE: Faith Joan; (formerly Crichton, nee Noble)

Passing: 28th April 2021
Funeral: 1st May 2021
Published: 28th April 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully on 28th April 2021.

Dearly loved and respected mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to all her family.

A service for Faith will be held in the Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Oxford Road, Whanganui on Saturday 1st of May 2021 at 11.00am, followed by her burial at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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FINN: Douglas Eric (Doug)

Passing: 25th April 2021
Funeral: 4th May 2021
Published: 28th April 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Of Waverley.

Passed away suddenly at home on 25th April 2021, aged 82 years.

Loved Dad of Patrick, Barb, and James.

Respected Pops to all his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Doug’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Tuesday 4th May 2021 at 11.00am, to be followed by Interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

Please bring a small floral tribute to place on Doug’s casket.

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