Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

LEE: Betty Margaret

Passing: 30th January 2021
Funeral: 2nd February 2021
Published: 31st January 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

On 30th January 2021 at Wanganui Hospital, with family and her music by her side. Aged 92 years.

Wife of the late Raymond.

Loved sister and sister in law of Gladys and Ian, and Colin (deceased), and Raymond and Hilda Biddulph (both deceased).

Much loved mother of Rhonda, Margaret and Peter, and Jeannie and Graham. Fondly remembered Grandma-Nana and Grand Mummy of Jono, Dave, Tracey, Anthony (deceased), Nikki (Japan), Emma Lee and their partners.

Treasured great Grandma-Nana and “Aunty Betty” to many.

No more nuggets and chips at McDonalds.

“All worn out”

Friends are invited to attend a service for Betty in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Tuesday 2nd February 2021 at 11.00am, to be followed by interment in the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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ROD: Gwendolen Phyllis (Gwen)

Passing: 30th January 2021
Funeral: 4th February 2021
Published: 31st January 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

At Kowhainui on 30th January 2021, aged 101 years.

Much loved wife of the late Robert (Bob). Loved mother and mother in law of Bill and Keitha, Judi and the late Graham Hartley, Merilyn and Alan Preater, and Laurie and Kaye.

A loved grandmother of 10, great grandmother of 17, and great great-grandmother of 15.

Gwen may be viewed at Laurie’s home 32 Lincoln Road from 10.00am to 12 noon on Thursday 4th February 2021.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Gwen’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Thursday 4th February 2021 at 1.00pm, to be followed by Cremation at the Aramoho Crematorium Chapel.

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RUMBLE: Norah Thérèse (nee Scanlon)

Passing: 28th January 2021
Funeral: 1st February 2021
Published: 30th January 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Unexpectedly in Wellington Hospital on 28th January 2021.

Loved wife of the late David.

Dearly loved Mum of Sue Novak, Joe, Simon, Louise Cusack, Phillip, Tim, Rach Billington, Luke, Anna, Michelle La-Brooy, and Matthew.

Norah leaves behind 55 much loved grandchildren.

A loved mother-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, and aunt.

Requiem Mass will be held for Norah in St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 12a York Street, Whanganui on Monday 1st February 2021 at 11.30am, to be followed by interment in the Aramoho Cemetery.

Rosary will be recited for Norah in the Church on Sunday 31st January at 5.30pm.

Norah's Service will be webcast live and can be viewed at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz<http://www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz> 'Watch Funeral Online' link.

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BURNETT: Kay

Passing: 24th January 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 30th January 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed peacefully in Hutt Hospital on Sunday, 24th January 2021, aged 71 years.

Dearly loved wife of the late Ian. Much loved Mum of Cherie, and Melissa, and loving Gran of Daniella, Connor, and Heath.

Kay will be remembered for her strong determination and fighting spirit.

Messages c/- the Burnett Family PO Box 7102 Wanganui.

At Kay’s request a private farewell has taken place.

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PEIHOPA: Christopher Joseph

Passing: 25th January 2021
Funeral: 29th January 2021
Published: 27th January 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Haere e te pononga ki te Torona o Ihoa o nga Mano.

Chris (Ngâ Puhi/Te Iwi o Môrehu) passed away suddenly on the 25th of January while at Râtana with whânau.

Much loved son of Rhona (Ngâti Kurî) & Whetu Peihopa (Ngâi Tai) and, raised by Mihima Moka (Ngâpuhi) & Ritete Motene (Ngâti Hine).

Loving dad of Melissa, Winne, Christopher & Lucia, loving dad of Rangimarie, Whetu-Marama, Kotahitanga, Ngatiini & Mihima Moka and all his moko.

A final pôwhiri is being held at Te Omeka Marae - 1133 Tauranga Road, RD3, Matamata - on Friday 29th January at 9am, followed by Whakamoemiti at 10.30am.

W.A.O.P.H.M.T.AE

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PAKI: Terina Meri Ataria (nee Borell)

Passing: 27th January 2021
Funeral: 30th January 2021
Published: 27th January 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

On 27th January 2021, peacefully at home surrounded with love.

Loved wife and best friend of Davey.

Much loved Mum to Tukotahi and Raelee, Drei, Matenga, Titirau and Ashleigh, Nahona and Courtney.

Precious Nanny T to all her mokopuna.

Close friend of Kaz.

Beautiful daughter of Peter and Huia, and favourite sister to Thomas and Anna, Hemi and Nicole.

A loved Auntie and Nanny.

Granddaughter of Henry and Te Raumarara Borell, and Makitua and Queenie Churchward (all deceased).

Terina’s Service will be at Motiti Marae, Mangatea Road, Te Kuiti, on Saturday 30th January 2021 at 11.00 a.m.

‘’If our love could have saved you,

You would have lived forever”.

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RHODES: Ernest John (John)

Passing: 25th January 2021
Funeral: 30th January 2021
Published: 27th January 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Summerset Village Rest Home, Wanganui on Tuesday 25th January, 2021. Aged 78 years.

Loved father and father in law of Steven and Ange, Craig and Judy.
Loved Popa of Samantha, Taylor, Brooke, Brandon, Tyler and Tegan and loved great popa of Karlos.
Loved Uncle of all his nieces and nephew.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate John’s life in the Trinity Methodist Church, Wicksteed Street, Wanganui on Saturday 30th January 2021 at 11.00am, to be followed by a Private Cremation.

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JANES: Ronald Mervyn (Ron)

Passing: 25th January 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 27th January 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

At home, on 25th January 2021.

A loved Dad, Grandpa and friend. Ron will be greatly missed.

At Ron’s request, a private farewell will be held.

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GREENWOOD: William (Bill)

Passing: 25th January 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 26th January 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

On 25th January 2021 at Hospice Whanganui, aged 88 years.

Long life friend and husband for 66 years of Irene.

Proud father of Jane Anne, John, James, and Liam.

Loved Grandad of his Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and Great Great Grandson.

In accordance with Bill’s wishes a Private Family Farewell has been held.

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METE: KINGI: Elly Lucy (Te Ua)

Passing: 23rd January 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 26th January 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Surrounded by her loving family on 23rd January 2021, aged 84 years.

Loved wife of the late Hoani Mete King and the late Dick Te Ua.

Dearly loved Mum and Mother in law of Richard and Aija, Ahu and Lyndsey, Ronnie and Kath, Theresa and Graham. Beloved Oma of Adam and Jeanette, Timi, Moana; Lucy and Cameron, Kate, and Quinn. Much loved by Dallas.

In accordance with Elly’s a private family service has been held.

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