Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

JONES: Frances June (June)

Passing: 30th March 2021
Funeral: 1st April 2021
Published: 31st March 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on Tuesday 30th March 2021 at Living Water Rest Home (formerly Virginia Lodge), Wanganui, aged 94 years.

Dearly loved wife of the late Irving (Steve) and much loved and cherished mother of Bronwyne Gadsby. Treasured Nana of Melanie and Hayden and adored Gran of Hannah and Jacob.

Heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff at Living Waters.

A Service to celebrate June’s life will be held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton St, on Thursday 1st April at 1.30pm, to be followed by private cremation.

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LOADER: Walter Robert

Passing: 29th March 2021
Funeral: Memorial Svce - 8th April
Published: 30th March 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

On 29th March 2021, aged 90 years. Rower, Civil and Structural Engineer, Teacher and Walnut Farmer.

Walter is mourned by his wife Diana, daughters and sons – in- law Nina & Graeme, Paula & Martin, Hel, Marian & Peter.

Also remembering his late son Richard.

Proud Grandfather of Fran, Rachel & Alistair, Julie, Margaret & Fraser, Henry, Oliver, Louis, Kate, Daniel & Jack.

After a private cremation friends and family are invited to a Memorial gathering at Event Centre, Caroline’s Boat Shed, Somme Parade, Wanganui

Time 1.00pm on Thursday 8th April 2021.

Thanks to St John’s Ambulance and Whanganui A&E for frequent and meticulous care.

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HAMPSON: Lyall Sydney

Passing: 29th March 2021
Funeral: 6th April 2021
Published: 30th March 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on Monday 29th March 2021 at Whanganui Hospital surrounded with love, aged 89 years.

Loved husband of the late Cheryl. Son of the late George & Olive.

Treasured Dad & Father -in- law of Stephen, Lyn & John Pigott (Paraparaumu), Gael & Ray Clark, and Alan.

A cherished Grandfather of his 12 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.

A loved brother, and Uncle to many and special friend of Lenny Ellwood.

In lieu of flowers donations to the Whanganui SPCA would be greatly appreciated and can be left at Lyall’s service.

All messages c/- The Hampson Family, P.O.Box 341 Wanganui.

The Family would like to thank the wonderful Staff of Whanganui Hospital & Healthcare NZ for their care and support of Dad.

Friends are invited to attend a service to celebrate Lyall’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Tuesday 6th April 2021 at 2.00pm to be followed by a Private Cremation.

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PRICE: Daniel Joseph

Passing: 29th March 2021
Funeral: 1st April 2021
Published: 30th March 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Suddenly in Whanganui Hospital with family at his side, on 29th March 2021, aged 42 years.

Dearly beloved husband and best friend of Elizabeth. Much loved father of (the late) Hannah-Joy, Zion, (the late) Boaz, David, and Sally. Beautiful eldest son of Cleo and Dave Berryman, and the late Graeme. Loved brother of Gemma-Kate, Tim, and Abby. A loved son-in-law, brother-in-law, uncle ,cousin and friend.

A service to celebrate Daniel’s life will be held in Faith City Church, Springvale Road, Whanganui, on Thursday, 1st April 2021 at 12:30pm, and will be live streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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RAVENWOOD: Josephine Mary

Passing: 27th March 2021
Funeral: 31st March 2021
Published: 29th March 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

12/10/1936 - 27/03/2021, in her 85th year, loved wife of the late George Ravenwood.

Great friend of Doug Forman. Sister of (the late) Brian, and Judith; loved aunty of Jayne and Peter Olding, Geoff and Jayne Baume, Deborah and Quinten, Amber and Peter Grundy (Brisbane). Great-Aunt to Thomas, Kasha, and Matthew Deighton; step-mother to Andrea and (the late) Arnold Bunn, Ian and Linda (Tasmania), and Hughie Ravenwood and family.

A service to celebrate Josephine's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui, on Wednesday, the 31st of March 2021 at 10:30am.

HAYES: Anne

Passing: 28th March 2021
Funeral: 31st March 2021
Published: 29th March 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

On 28th March 2021, suddenly at Wanganui Hospital, aged 80 years.

Much loved Mum & Mother-in-law of Jeremy, Christian & Nina, Tim & Steph, & Kate.

Loved Granny of Samantha, Lexi, Joshua, Emily, & Daniel. Loved Sister of John (UK).

Friends are invited to attend a service to celebrate Anne’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Wednesday 31st March 2021 at 2.00pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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BROWN: Gina Meryl

Passing: 24th March 2021
Funeral: 30th March 2021
Published: 28th March 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

On Wednesday, 24th March 2021, in Auckland Hospital, aged 60 years.

Much loved Soul Mate of Steve Siegel.

Treasured Mum of Jodie, and Carl Guilford. Loved Nanny G of Liv, and Vinny (Guilford).

Loved daughter of Wynne and the late Jack Brown, and loved sister and sister in law of Lana Pennington, and Martin and Francis Brown.

A special aunt and dear friend who will be sadly missed.

A service to celebrate Gina’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Tuesday 30th March, at 2.00pm.

In memory of Gina please wear something bright, quirky or special to you.

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WATTS: Jocelyn Hughes (Jo) (Nee Travers)

Passing: 23rd March 2021
Funeral: 30th March 2021
Published: 25th March 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Passed away peacefully at Jane Winstone Retirement Village, Wanganui on 23rd March 2021, in her 99th year.

Cherished wife of the late Cedric and stepmother of Christopher (UK).

Beloved sister of Patricia, Lucy, Mary, Marjorie, Gladys, Robert (Bill), Jean, and Dorothy (all deceased).

Dearly loved aunt, great aunt and great great aunt to her many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the staff at Jane Winstone Home for the love and care shown to Jo.

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

Friends are invited to attend a service for Jo in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui at 1.30pm on Tuesday 30th March 2021, to be followed by a private cremation.

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BINNS: Patricia (Trish)

Passing: 24th March 2021
Funeral: 26th March 2021
Published: 25th March 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

On 24th March 2021, peacefully at St Johns Hill Healthcare, aged 79 years.

Dearly loved Mum and Mother-in-law of Paula & Stu Mosen, and the late Kerry.

Cherished Nanny of Holly, and Leah and loved Great Nanny of Xavier, Cuba, and Alaska.

Beloved partner of Steve Wilson, and the late Derek Hubbard.

Loved Step Mum of Sean Hubbard, Cindy, Robyn, and Sharia Wilson.

Loved Step Nanny of Brandi-Lee, Italiyah, Blaze, Anahera, Gage, Ezra, Maine, Tori, and Tash.

Trish will be dearly missed by all her extended family and friends.

In lieu of flowers donations to the Wanganui SPCA would be greatly appreciated and can be left at Trish’s Service.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Trish’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Friday 26th March 2021 at 11.00am, to be followed by Interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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HADDOCK: Kathryn Jean

Passing: 23rd March 2021
Funeral: 26th March 2021
Published: 24th March 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Palmerston North Hospital on Tuesday 23rd March 2021, aged 67 years.

Dearly loved daughter of the late Ivan and Annie and much loved sister and sister in law of Russell and Margaret, the late David and Trudy, Len and the late Barbara (Sydney), the late Margaret and Barry, and Tony. Loved Auntie of all her nieces and nephews.

Requiem Mass will be celebrated at the Holy Family Catholic Church, Tawhero Street, on Friday 26th March at 11.30am, to be followed by interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

The family extend an invitation to join them for Rosary for Kathryn in the Church Chapel on Thursday evening at 5.00pm.

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