Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

GRIGG: Lois Cecelia (formerly Yorston)

Passing: 24th April 2024
Funeral: 4th May 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 1st May 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully in her sleep on 24th April 2024, aged 90 years.

Much loved Mum of Kevin and Allan.

Friends are invited to a Service for Lois in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Saturday 4th May 2024 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

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BLAKEMORE: Nora Josephine

Passing: 28th April 2024
Funeral: 2nd May 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 1st May 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at home on Sunday 28th April 2024, aged 77 years.

Dearly loved Wife of Dave.

Cherished Mother and Mother-in-law of the late Robert, Cheryl and Mark, Joshua and Heather, and Philip and Victoria.

Adored Grandmother of Samantha, Hannah, James, Kira, Tegan, Rosie, and Poppy.

Great Grandmother of Nola, Freya, and Ari.

The family wish to thank all the wonderful team at Hospice Whanganui for their care and support.

A service to celebrate Nora’s life will be held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Thursday 2nd May 2024 at 11:00am, to be followed by a private family cremation.

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WILD: Marjorie

Passing: 24th April 2024
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 1st May 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Jane Winstone Retirement Village on Wednesday 24th April, aged 87 years.

Dearly loved Mum of Graeme, and Richard.

Special Gran to Jacque, Sophie, Thomas, and Rosie.

Beloved Sister of John.

In accordance with Marjorie’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

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JOHNS: Russell

Passing: 26th April 2024
Funeral: 2nd May 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 28th April 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

In Whanganui, on Friday 26th April 2024, aged 60 years.

A much loved Dad of his six children; and treasured Grandpa to his favourite Grandson.

A service to celebrate Russell's life will be held in Faith City Church, Springvale Road, Whanganui on Thursday 2nd May 2024 at 11.00am, and will be live-streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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WINK: Doreen, (nee Watson)

Passing: 27th April 2024
Funeral: 1st May 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 28th April 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

In Wanganui on 27th April 2024, aged 86 years.

Much loved wife of the late Des.

Dearly loved Mum of Julie and Bruce Deighton, Mike and Catherine; Darling Nana of Trent and Flick, Cullum and Katie; Tessa and Kurt.

Loved sister and sister in law of Colin Watson; John and Marion Wink.

In memory of Doreen donations to Hospice Whanganui would be appreciated.

A service to celebrate Doreen's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, on Wednesday 1st May 2024, at 2.00pm.

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EDWARDS: Uenuku Heremia (Robert)

Passing: 27th April 2024
Funeral: 30th April 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 28th April 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed peacefully on 27th April 2024, surrounded by his loving whanau, aged 75 years.

Loved eldest son of Mary and Owen Edwards.

Beloved husband and soulmate of Anastacia (Jackie). Treasured father of Lerae, Kris and partners.

Adored Koro of Natayla, Amelia, Rhiannon, Anastacia, Te Ahi, Te Mihi, Charlie, Puketotara and mokomoko Rapata.

Robert will be laying at Te Ao Hou Marae, Somme Parade, Whanganui.

His service will be held at the Marae on Tuesday 30th April 2024, at 11.00am, to be followed by interment at Namukura Urupa, Kaiwhaiki Road.

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LAMBERT: Heather Edith Elizabeth

Passing: 20th April 2024
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 28th April 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Passed away peacefully at Jane Winstone Rest Home, Whanganui on 20th April 2024, aged 92 years.

Loved sister of Jocelyn, John, and Bruce (all deceased).

Loved Aunt of Richard, Jacqueline, Andrew, Kirsty, Thomas, and Isobel.

The family would like to thank the staff at Jane Winstone for their care of Heather over the last 10 years.

At Heather's request a private family service is to be held.

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RUMNEY: Elizabeth Lynne (Beth)

Passing: 21st April 2024
Funeral: 29th April 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 26th April 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

At home in Whanganui on Sunday, 21st April 2024.

Loved mother of Jason and Adrian.

Nana to her adored grandsons Arata, Oliver, and Elliot.

A family member and friend of countless others.

For anyone who would like to say a private goodbye to Beth over the weekend, please reach out to the family.
Messages can be sent to adrian@papaitigin.co.nz

Friends are invited to a service to celebrate Beth’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Monday 29th April 2024 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

Beth’s service can also be viewed at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘Watch Services Online’.

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ANNABELL: Pamela June (Pam)

Passing: 23rd April 2024
Funeral: 29th April 2024 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 26th April 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully in Whanganui Hospital on 23rd April 2024, in her 88th year.

Much loved Mother and best friend of Aileen, and loved Mother of Pearce, and Toby.

Loved Grandmother and Great Grandmother to all her wonderful Grandchildren.

Adored Wife of the late Graeme and much-loved Sister of John, and David.

Pam was a dear friend to many and will be sadly missed.

She is now with Graeme, watching over us all with love and light.

Special thanks to the wonderful team at AT&R Ward at Whanganui Hospital; the special care and love shown to Pam the past few weeks was outstanding.

A Service to celebrate Pam’s life will be held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Monday 29th April 2024, at 1.30pm.

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EAD: Johnny Herbert

Passing: 23rd April 2024
Funeral: 26th April 2024 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 25th April 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

On 23rd April 2024, aged 65 years.

Much loved Dad of Tamara.

It is with a heavy heart that the Ead family wish to inform friends that Johnny Ead has passed.

Please be respectful as his Daughter, Brother, Sister, and family will need some privacy in the coming days.

A Service for Johnny will be held at the Border Rugby Club, Chester St, Waverley on Friday 26th April at 1.00pm, followed by interment in the Waverley Cemetery.

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