Whanganui Funeral Notices

Listed in order of publication date

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

YOUNG: Edward Alfred (Jim)

Passing: 10th December 2020
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 18th December 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On 10th December 2020 peacefully at Whanganui Hospital, aged 81 years.

Much loved Dad and Father-in-law of Wendy & Don Masdern (Idaho, USA), Barbara, Fay, Warwick, Celena, and Beverley.

A loved Grandad and Great Grandad and a loved Brother of Raymond & Shirley Young.

In accordance with Jim’s wishes a Private Family Funeral Service has been held.

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THOMPSON: Joy Christine

Passing: 15th December 2020
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 18th December 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On 15th December 2020 peacefully at New Vista Rest Home, aged 96 years.

Dearly loved wife of the late Alec.

Much loved Mum & Mother-in-law of Inez & Phil Allen.

Loved Nana of Hannah & Nigel, and Sam.

Loved Nan Nan of Jordan, Tyler, and Jayse.

Special thanks to all the Staff of New Vista Rest Home for their love shown, care given, and patience beyond measure shown to our loved Mum.

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

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DOWNIE: Albert Kevin (Kevin)

Passing: 10th December 2020
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 15th December 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully after a short illness at Whanganui Hospital on Thursday 10th December, aged 91 years young.

Dearly loved husband of Myra for 65 years.

Loving and caring Dad of Paul, Anne, Helen, and Michael.

Cherished poppa to his seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Special thanks to Dr. Mark McKenzie for all his care over the years.

In accordance with Kevin's wishes a private family farewell has been held.

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WATSON: Glenn

Passing: 12th December 2020
Funeral: 19th December 2020
Published: 15th December 2020

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away in Auckland Hospital on Saturday 12th December 2020, aged 63.

Dearly loved husband of Lina, and much loved father of (the late) Ian, and Kent. Loved son of the late Stan and Joyce. Treasured brother of (the late) Barry, Gail, Russell, and Lynne; brother in law to Lorna, and Laila and Pater. A loved uncle of all his nephews and nieces.

Glenn has typed his last headline and placed his last bet.

Now at peace.

A service to celebrate Glenn's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui, on Saturday 19th December 2020, at 1.00pm.

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BURNEY: Donald James (Don)

Passing: 14th December 2020
Funeral: 17th December 2020
Published: 14th December 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

Passed away 14th December 2020 at Summerset Care Home, aged 84 years.

Adored soul mate of Heather for 65 years. Loved Dad of Grant and Trish, Russ and Barb, Mark and Gael and Alison and Dave.

Much loved Grandfather of Chris, Steve and Ria, Scott and Tash, Craig and Jacinta, Matt and Tiarna, Bevan and Ella.

A loved Great Grandfather of Logan, Alex and Jade, and loving brother and brother in law of Phyll and the late Barry.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Parkinson’s Society would be greatly appreciated and can be left at Don’s service.

A special thank you to the wonderful Team at Summerset Care Home.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Don’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Thursday 17th December 2020 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

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GIBSON: Jack

Passing: 12th December 2020
Funeral: 17th December 2020
Published: 13th December 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On 12th December 2020 peacefully at Whanganui Hospital, aged 83 years.

Dearly loved husband of Rhonda, and the late Pat.

Jack will be dearly missed and loved by all his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, and brothers & sisters.

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

Friends are invited to attend a service to celebrate Jack’s life in the Aramoho Crematorium Chapel, McNeill Street, Wanganui on Thursday 17th December 2020 at 11.00am.

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IRELAND: Doreen

Passing: 11th December 2020
Funeral: 16th December 2020
Published: 12th December 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully after a long illness on Friday 11th December 2020 at St. Johns Hill Healthcare, aged 85 years.

Dearly loved wife of David.

Loved mother and mother-in-law of Steve, Viki and Lloyd, and Mark and Fi.

Loved Nana of Jonathan and Jess, Jaimi and William, Courtney and Katherine, and Aaron and Melanie.

Loved granan of Luka, Arja, Charli, Terence, Riley, Hunter, Theo, and Violet.

In lieu of flowers donations to St. John Ambulance would be greatly appreciated and can be left at Doreen’s Service.

A very special thank you to all the staff at St. Johns Hill Healthcare for their exceptional care of Doreen.

Friends are invited to join the family in remembering Doreen’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui, on Wednesday 16th December 2020, at 11.00 a.m, to be followed by a private cremation.

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RAYNER: Kenneth Alfred (Ken)

Passing: 8th December 2020
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 11th December 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

Reg. No: 24285688. Trooper. Royal Scots Dragoon Guards.

At home surrounded by love on 8th December 2020.

Cherished love of Denise.

Dearly loved father of David, Lesley and their families.

In his 70th year.

A private service has been held in accordance with Ken’s wishes.

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DAY: Norma Mary

Passing: 9th December 2020
Funeral: 14th December 2020
Published: 10th December 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Whanganui Hospital on Wednesday 9th December 2020, aged 90 years.

Very much loved wife of the late Geoff.

Adored Mum of Kath and Stephen.

Cherished nana to Tom, Jackson, James, and Hamish.

Loved by all her friends and will be greatly missed.

Friends and family are invited to a celebration of Norma’s life at Kath and Freddie’s home, 25 Golf Course Road, Ohakune on Monday 14th December 2020, at 2:00 p.m, to be followed by a private cremation.

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HUDSON: Lizz

Passing: 28th November 2020
Funeral: 15th December 2020
Published: 9th December 2020

Cleveland Funeral Home

Left us on 28th November 2020, aged 42.

Much loved Mummy of Maia, Lu, and the late Elektra.

Beloved precious daughter of Angie and Keith (United Kingdom).

Adored sister of Nikki (United Kingdom).

Loving wife to Phil.

Will be deeply missed by all.

A service to celebrate Lizz’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui, on Tuesday 15th December 2020, at 10.00am.

The service will also be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz.

“You’re at peace now our darling”

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