Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

LE: PAGE: Barry John

Passing: 4th November 2020
Funeral: 10th November 2020
Published: 5th November 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On 4th November 2020, peacefully at Hospice Whanganui, aged 83 years.

A wonderful friend and loved husband of Jocelyn for 65 years.

Much loved Dad of Kevin, Mandy, and Sharon.

Loved Father-in-law of Sharon Allpress, Grant Benson, and John Unsworth.

Much loved Poppa of Dan & Maddie, Adam, Jack, Harry, Milly, Glen & Penny, Kim & Adrian.

Loved Poppa Barry of his 5 Great Grandchildren.

Our thanks to the Staff for the wonderful care Barry received in the Special Care Unit at Jane Winstone Retirement Village.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Barry’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Tuesday 10th November 2020 at 2pm, to be followed by a Private Cremation.

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GULLERY: Suzanne Lorraine

Passing: 22nd October 2020
Funeral: 6th November 2020
Published: 2nd November 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On 22nd October 2020 at Hospice Whanganui, aged 72 years.

Loved wife of Chris.

Devoted and cherished Mum of Sarah (deceased), Heath, Rebecca (deceased), Alton, Vyrne, Alexandra, and Michael and partner Georgia.

Mother-in-law to Wayne, Shirley, Kate, and Hayley.

A special sister, Aunty, and much loved Grandma to all her Grandchildren.

A special thank you to Hospice Whanganui, in lieu of flowers donations to this incredible support would be greatly appreciated and can be left at Suzanne’s Service.

Friends are invited to attend a service to celebrate Suzanne’s life at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Guyton Street, Wanganui on Friday 6th November 2020 at 1.30pm, to be followed by Interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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DEVINE: John Joseph

Passing: 30th October 2020
Funeral: 5th November 2020
Published: 2nd November 2020

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away suddenly but peacefully at home in Wanganui on Friday, 30th October 2020, aged 85 years.

Rest In Peace.

Beloved husband of the late Julianne for 59 years.

Loved Father and Father in law of Chris, Jo, Megan and Simon Mouat (Sydney), Bridget and the late Barny Ayris, and Grandad to Ben, and Declan; Imogen, and Harry.

Rosary will be held in St Mary's Catholic Church, 1 Campbell Street, Wanganui, on Wednesday 4th November 2020 at 4:30pm. H

is funeral mass will be celebrated in St Mary’s on Thursday, 5th November 2020 at 1.30pm.

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DAY: Ronald Wesley (Ron)

Passing: 31st October 2020
Funeral: 4th November 2020
Published: 1st November 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Broadview Rest Home Whanganui on Saturday 31st October 2020, aged 82 years.

Much loved husband of Charlotte (Lottie) for nearly 60 years.

Cherished Dad of Christine and Wilson (Auckland), Philip (Sweden), and Kevin.

Loved Poppa of Conor and Tessa; Rufus and Adrian; and Jordan and Lucy.

Loved brother and brother-in-law of David (dec) and Maria, Bryan (dec) and Janet, Graeme and Noeline, and Janice and Jim.

Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers donations to Alzheimer’s Whanganui would be greatly appreciated and can be left at Ron’s Service.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Ron’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Wednesday, 4 November 2020 at 2.00 p.m, to be followed by private cremation.

A live webcast of Ron’s Service will be available to view on www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘Watch Funeral Online’ link.

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CHURTON: George John (John)

Passing: 30th October 2020
Funeral: 4th November 2020
Published: 30th October 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Friday 30th October 2020, aged 88 years.

Much loved husband of Annie.

Loved father of Erroll, Debbie (dec), and Dion.

In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Whanganui would be greatly appreciated and can be left at John's Service.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of John's life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 4th November 2020, at 11.00 a.m, to be followed by interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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RUSSELL: William Terence (Terry)

Passing: 30th October 2020
Funeral: 3rd November 2020
Published: 30th October 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On 30th October 2020 suddenly but peacefully at his home, aged 86 years.

Loved brother of Diane (deceased), and Barbara (England) and loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews.

A loved friend of the Hammond family and the Pirates Rugby Club.

Friends are invited to attend a graveside service to celebrate Terry’s life at the Aramoho Lawn cemetery, McNeill Street, Wanganui on Tuesday 3rd November 2020 at 11.00am

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CUTELLI: Jack Wayne

Passing: 28th October 2020
Funeral: 7th November 2020
Published: 30th October 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On 28th October 2020, suddenly without warning Jack left us, aged 14 years.

Adored and most precious son of Karen.

Much loved best friend and brother of Mia.

Treasured grandson of Dianne Price and the late Wayne Cutelli.

Dearly loved great grandson of the late Ngaire and Peter Price.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Jack’s life in the Central Baptist Church, Wicksteed Street, Wanganui NEXT Saturday November 7, 2020 at 11.00am, to be followed by interment in the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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Passed Wednesday 28th October.

Loved son and best mate of Craig Thompson.

Son of Karen Cutelli and loved brother of Mia.

Precious grandson of Margaret Beauchamp.

Loved nephew of Sharon and David Smith (Aus), and Bryce and Collette Thompson (Aus).

Cousin of Ashley, Jordan, Lexi and Costa.

Special friend of Jason and Cherie.

Fly high my Son. Love you so much - until we meet again!

All messages for Craig Thompson C/- 8a Windsor Terrace, Whanganui.

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PETERS: Margaret June (Peggy)

Passing: 26th October 2020
Funeral: 30th October 2020
Published: 27th October 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on Monday 26th October 2020, aged 83 years.

Much loved wife of the late Morrie. Much loved mum of Malcolm and Janine, and Sandra and Murray Weastell.

A loved Grandma and great Grandma. Many thanks to the staff at Jane Winstone for their care of Peggy.

Friends are invited to a celebration of Peggy's life to be held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Friday 30th October 2020 at 2.00pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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DUNN: Donald Latham (Don)

Passing: 25th October 2020
Funeral: 28th October 2020
Published: 26th October 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 25th October 2020, aged 91 years.

Much loved husband of the late Sally. Loved dad of Tanya, Mike, Chris, and Louise. Much loved poppa of Lawrence, Olivia, and Hannah.

Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Don at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, York Street, Wanganui on Wednesday 28th October 2020 at 11.00am, to be followed by Interment with Sally at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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HAAKMA: Zechariah John (Zech)

Passing: 23rd October 2020
Funeral: 28th October 2020
Published: 26th October 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On 23rd October 2020 tragically taken from us as the result of an accident, aged 16 years young.

Loving son of John & Rachel.

A wonderful brother and an amazing Uncle.

‘He has been a real blessing to us, thank God for him.’

Thank you to the first responders, especially for praying with Zech. Thank you also to the Emergency Services and Kai Iwi School community for the uncommon and ongoing care and support.

Friends are invited to attend a service to celebrate Zech’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Wednesday 28th October 2020 at 1.30pm, to be followed by Interment at the Maxwell Cemetery.

Zech’s Service will be webcast live on www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz watch a Funeral online link.

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