Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

CROWLEY: Kathleen Maria

Passing: 24th January 2021
Funeral: 28th January 2021
Published: 25th January 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Wanganui Hospital on Sunday 24th January 2021, aged 56 years.

Dearly loved daughter of Pat and the late Maurice.

Much loved sister and sister in law of Eileen and Seamus Molloy (Ireland), John, the late Teresa, Maureen and Scott Glentworth, the late Angela, and Bernadette and Martin Nash (Ireland). Special Aunty of Joe and Katie; Kieran, Nathan and Ryan; and Jack and Jessica.

Special thanks to Jane Winstone Home and Hospice Wanganui for their love and care.

In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Wanganui would be greatly appreciated and may be left at the Church foyer.
All messages to Crowley family, C/- P.O.Box 341, Wanganui.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Holy Family Catholic Church, Tawhero Sreet, on Thursday 28th January at 11.00am, to be followed by interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

The family extend an invitation to join them for Rosary for Kathleen in the Church on Wednesday evening at 5.30pm.

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DASHFIELD: Wayne Edward

Passing:
Funeral:
Published: 25th January 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

1946-2021

Loved son of the late Cliff and Vi.

Brother to Coralie.

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

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KAUIKA: TAUROA: Geneva

Passing: 23rd January 2021
Funeral: 26th January 2021
Published: 25th January 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at home on Saturday 23rd January 2021, after a long illness. Aged 76 years.

Loved Wife of Robin Tauroa. Cherished Mother of Susan, Ann, Samantha and Jason. Beloved Nanny to all her Mokopuna.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Geneva’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Tuesday 26th January 2021 at 1.00pm, to be followed by interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery

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

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VALLELY: Jeanette Carolena (nee Calman)

Passing: 22nd January 2021
Funeral: 27th January 2021
Published: 25th January 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on 22nd January 2021, aged 84 years.

Dearly loved Wife of the late Ted & the late Keith Sollitt. Much loved Mum & Mother-in-law of Deb & Scott Gretton (Taupo), Vicki & the late Richard Rima (Taupo), Jo & Dan Fearn (Wanganui). Loved Step Mum of Gregor & Kerry, Jason, Amanda & Ben. Loved Nana/Grandma of her 16 Grandchildren & 12 Great Grandchildren.

Special thanks to the staff from Healthcare NZ & District Nurses for their love and support.

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

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Jeanette’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui, on Wednesday 27th January 2021 at 2.00pm, to be followed by Interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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Loved Sister & Sister-in-law of John & Carol Calman, Caroline & the late Ray Daniel, Heather & the late Kevin Jarrett, Hilary & the late Allan Calman, Rosemary & Desmond Burke, & Bryan & Margaret Calman.

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GASH: Carol Anne

Passing: 21st January 2021
Funeral: 29th January 2021
Published: 25th January 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

Born in Raetihi on 1st November 1946, passed away peacefully in Whanganui Hospital on 21st January 2021.

Dearly loved wife of David and loving mother of Aaron.

A funeral to celebrate Carol’s life will be held in Faith City Church, Springvale Road,Whanganui, on Friday 29th January, at 1.00pm.

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SHARROCK: Edna Joan, (nee Higgs)

Passing: 19th January 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 24th January 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

On Tuesday 19th January 2021, aged 90 years.

Dearly loved wife of the late Arthur. Much loved Mum of Arthur and Linda, Janette and Paul, Valda and Murray, Wendy, Dianne and Tony, and the late Julian. Loved and loving Nana of her 12 grandchildren and all her great grandchildren.

She will be sadly missed.

At Edna’s request a family farewell has taken place

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RUSSELL: Robin Bruce (Bruce)

Passing: 21st January 2021
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 24th January 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

17th July 1933 – 21st January 2021

Father of Matthew, Peter, and Guy and grandfather of Penelope.

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

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PAPWORTH: Walter Radford, (Wally)

Passing: 17th January 2021
Funeral: Memorial Svce on 20th February
Published: 22nd January 2021

Cleveland Funeral Home

On Sunday, 17th January 2021, at Kowhainui Resthome, in his 89th year.

Dearly loved husband of the late Dorothy. Loved father and father-in-law of Malcolm and Raelene (Wanaka), Gayle (Wellington), Heather (Auckland), Diane and Keith (Dargaville). Much loved Poppa of Nathan, Jacinda, Martin, Chris, Alexandra, and Jonathan.

In accordance with Wally’s wishes a private cremation has taken place.

A public memorial service for Wally will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Saturday 20th February 2021, at 1.00pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Kowhainui Home would be appreciated and may be placed in the Chapel Atrium.

Messages may be sent to Gayle Papworth, P.O. Box 15032, Miramar, Wellington 6433.

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SPROULL: Aileen Mary

Passing: 30th December 2020
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 22nd January 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Passed away at Wanganui Hospital on Wednesday 30th December 2020, surrounded by family and friends.

Aileen has been laid to rest with her sister in New Plymouth.

A special thanks to Wanganui Hospital and Ambulance.

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BASON: Norma Georgina

Passing: 21st January 2021
Funeral: Memorial Svce Later
Published: 22nd January 2021

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Wanganui Hospital on Thursday 21st January 2021, aged 94 years.

Dearly loved wife of the late Beric and much loved mother and mother in law of Janis and Peter Newbould, Brad and Joanna, Gaye and the late Garth, and Donna and Alan Clarke.

Treasured Nana of Perrin, Chad and Larissa; James, Mandy and Andrew; Jeremy and Renee; Hayden, Bonnie (deceased), Hamish, Hayley and Hanlon and all her great grandchildren. A beloved Aunty.

In accordance with Norma’s wishes a private family Service has been held.

A Memorial Service will be celebrated at a time to be advised.

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