Whanganui Funeral Notices

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HARURU: Raewyn Ripeka (nee Timoti)

Passing:
Funeral: 3rd March 2021
Published: 1st March 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

He maimai aroha

Waiwai ana a kamo

Heke ana a hupē

E kore te aroha e mimiti mōu e Ri.

Whānau will be taking Ripeka back to Ruatoki today to lay in state at Ohotu Marae, Ruatoki.

Funeral service is on Wednesday 3rd March 2021 from 10.00am.

We will lay her to final rest at Kaiti urupa, Paekoa Rd, Ruatoki followed by hākari at the marae.

Arohanui nā Joseph her loving husband, Doreen, Timoti & Rayna, Charles & Georgia, Haami & Whaia, Hana, Leanne & Kylie her loving children, Moko, Hamuera, Rahera, Mariata, Lisa, Te Waipotiki, Tōrere, Charlie-Jane, Tiare and Ohinewaiapu her mokopuna. E Ri, e kore rawa koe e warewaretia.

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ANDERSON: John William

Passing: 26th February 2021
Funeral: 4th March 2021
Published: 1st March 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Tragically as the result of an accident on Friday 26th February 2021, aged 38 years young.

Much loved son of John & Donna.

Sadly missed by his 9 Children and 1 Grandchild.

Loved Brother, Uncle, Cousin and friend to many.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate John’s life at 45 Miro Street, Ohakune on Thursday 4th March at 11.00 am, to be followed by a Private Cremation.

Due to current COVID-19 restrictions attendance is limited to 100 persons.

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KENDRICK: Anthony Joseph (Tony)

Passing:
Funeral: 2nd March 2021
Published: 28th February 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully in Whanganui Hospital, aged 81 years.

Dearly loved son of the late Kathleen and Frank.

Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Noel and Jean, the late Valerie and Dick Bowen, the late Lyall and Jewell, Peter and Joy, Wayne and Doreen, and his sisters-in-law Jean, Annis, and the late Maureen.

A loved Uncle of all his nieces and nephews.

Requiem Mass celebrated for Tony in Saint Anne’s Catholic Church, Raine Street, Whanganui, on Tuesday 2nd March 2021 at 1.00 pm, to be followed by cremation at the Aramoho Crematorium, McNeill Street, Whanganui.

Tony’s Service will be webcast live at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘Watch Funeral Online’ link.

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BROWN: Barry Hamilton

Passing: 2nd February 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 27th February 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

On 2nd February 2021, aged 81 years.

Suddenly at Whanganui Hospital. Dearly loved son of the late George and Jean Brown; loved nephew of Cameron (Tweed), and Ross Clark, and the late George (Chib), Fraser, Mollie, and Barbara. Much loved by his many cousins. Cherished partner of the late Cynthia and good friend of Annette.

Special thanks to his caring, wonderful neighbours and Max the cat.

A private service to celebrate Barry’s life has been held.

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HOOPER: Betty May

Passing: 22nd February 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 25th February 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Passed away peacefully on Monday 22nd February 2021, aged 83 years.

Wife of the late Barry Hooper.

Loving Mum and Mother-in-law to Sue and the late Chris Hina, Steve & Leigh Hooper, and Jeff.

Loved Nana, Great Gran and Great Great Gran.

In accordance with Betty’s wishes a Private Family Service has taken place.

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HEMINGWAY: Greg

Passing:
Funeral: 27th February 2021
Published: 25th February 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Police Sergeant. GH X012.

Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Hospice Whanganui, aged 42 years.

Devoted and loving husband of Mistie (Peaches).

Adored Dad of Quinn, Cian, and Emerson.

Loved son-in-law of Malcolm and Karen.

Loved father-in-law, uncle, brother-in-law, colleague, and friend.

Loved ‘Pop Gweg’ to Archie.

Will be greatly missed by many.

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

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Greg’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui, on Saturday 27th February 2021 at 11.00 a.m, to be followed by a private cremation.

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WRIGHT: Thomas Joseph (Tom)

Passing: 23rd February 2021
Funeral: 26th February 2021
Published: 23rd February 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully with his family at his side on Tuesday 23rd February 2021, aged 95 years.

Dearly loved husband of Nola for 75 amazing years.

Loved Father & Father-in-law of Carol & Tom, Helen & Tony, Lorraine & Johnny, Allan & Louise, Colleen & Dave, and Murray & Karen.

A much loved and respected Grandad and Great Grandad to many.

Friends are invited to attend a service to celebrate Tom’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Friday 26th February 2021 at 1.30pm, to be followed by Interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

BROWN: Barry Hamilton

Passing: 2nd February 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 22nd February 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

On 2nd February 2021, aged 81 years.

Suddenly at Whanganui Hospital.

Dearly loved son of the late George and Jean Brown; loved nephew of Cameron (Tweed), and Ross Clark, and the late George (Chib), Fraser, Mollie, and Barbara.

Much loved by his many cousins. Cherished partner of the late Cynthia and good friend of Annette.

Special thanks to his caring, wonderful neighbours and Max the cat.

A private service to celebrate Barry’s life has been held.

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MAWSTON: Mathew Thomas

Passing: 18th February 2021
Funeral: 26th February 2021
Published: 22nd February 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Passed away suddenly in Auckland on 18th February 2021, aged 51 years.

Loved Son of Gill and the late Tom Mawston (Wales). Loved Papa of Holly, Alex, and Reuben Mawston.

Cherished Grandan to Marino, and Charli Mariner.

Loved nephew and cousin to his family in Wales.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Mathew’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Friday 26th February 2021 at 10.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

Mathew’s service will be webcast live on www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz “Watch Funeral online” link.

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MITCHELL-ANYON: Vera, (Dolly)

Passing: 21st February 2021
Funeral: Private Family Farewell
Published: 22nd February 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Our dear Mum passed away peacefully at home on on Sunday, 21st February 2021. She was 91.

Loved wife of the late Barrie, and very special mother of Jeffrey, Ross, Graeme, Susan, Leigh, and Craig.

Mum will be resting at home.

The family warmly invite you to visit on Wednesday and Thursday between 10.00am and 4.00pm.

Mum will have a private family farewell.

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