Whanganui Funeral Notices

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VAN: SITTER: Jack Milton

Passing: 21st September 2020
Funeral: 24th September 2020
Published: 22nd September 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On 21st September 2020, at Hospice Whanganui, surrounded by his loving family.

Much loved partner of Flo Kahukaka. Dearly loved father and father in law of Karen and Jason.

Loved granddad of Jack, and Zane and loved godfather and uncle to Rachel, and Adam.

A loved brother, brother in law and uncle.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Jack’s life in the Waverley Community Centre,

Chester Street, Waverley on Thursday 24th September 2020 at 1.00pm, to be followed by interment in the

Waverley Cemetery.

A live webcast for Jack’s service will be available to view on www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz watch

Funeral Online Link

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WILLCOX: Peter James

Passing: 11th September 2020
Funeral: 2nd October 2020
Published: 22nd September 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

Pete, aged 68, passed away peacefully on 11th September 2020 at Hospice Wanganui following a short but tough battle with cancer.

Cherished husband and best friend of Robby, treasured father, father in law and step father of Sarah, Paul and Marnie, Craig and Alison, Isobel and Blair, adored grandfather of Carter and Finlay, and passionate member of the NZMCA.

Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service to celebrate Pete’s life in the Eulogy Lounge at the Wanganui Function Centre, Purnell Street, Wanganui on Friday 2nd October 2020 (PLEASE NOTE FRIDAY WEEK) at 2.00pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Wanganui Hospice would be appreciated and can be left at Pete’s Service.

All messages c/- The Willcox Family, P.O.Box 341, Wanganui. A live webcast for Pete’s Service will be available to view on www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz watch a Funeral online link.

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MEDLICOTT: Chrissie

Passing: 6th September 2020
Funeral: 22nd September 2020
Published: 21st September 2020

Cleveland Funeral Home

As Covid 19 levels have been lowered, Chrissie’s service is now open to the public. The celebration of her life will be held in the Collegiate School Chapel, Liverpool Street Wanganui, Tuesday 22nd September 2020, at 1:30 pm.

The service will also be livestreamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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HAINES: James George (Jim).

Passing: 12th September 2020
Funeral: None
Published: 20th September 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully after a long battle at the New Vista Rest Home, Whanganui, on Saturday 12th September 2020, aged 83 years.

Loved husband of the late Fay.

Loved dad of Deirdre, Mark (dec), and Michael.

Loved grandad to Nicola, Brent, David, Samuel, and all his great-grandchildren.

Loved brother of Anthony (dec), June (dec), and Robin.

We wish to express our sincere thanks and gratitude to all the staff at the New Vista Rest Home for their exceptional care of our Dad. You were amazing !

In accordance with Jim’s wishes a private farewell has been held.

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GRAHAM: Barbara Annette

Passing: 14th September 2020
Funeral: None
Published: 20th September 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On 14th September 2020, peacefully at Whanganui Hospital, aged 88 years.

Much loved Mum and Mother-in-law of Ross, Garry, Kerry & Rosemary, Malcolm & Tracy.

Cherished Nana of Bradley, Matthew, Jade, Nicole, and a loved Great Nana.

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

Barbara’s Memorial Service and Unveiling will be held at a later date to be advised.

Special thanks to the Doctors & Staff of CCU at Whanganui Hospital for their care of our Mum.

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BARTLE: David Mark (Mark)

Passing: 15th September 2020
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 20th September 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On 15th September 2020, peacefully at Whanganui Hospital, aged 45 years young.

Dearly Loved husband of the late Maria.

Much loved son of David & Laura (UK), a loved brother & brother-in-law of Sue & Richard (UK).

Mark will be much missed by his Kiwi Family & Friends.

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

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LUKE-TUAOI: Misimoa

Passing: 18th September 2020
Funeral: 23rd September 2020
Published: 20th September 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

Taken from us on Friday 18th September 2020 at Whanganui Hospital, aged 18 years.

Much loved and will be greatly missed by all his whanau.

Mum and Dad Kathy and Rodney Tuaoi, Misimoa's sister Mere and children Leilani and Ngatoka.

Misimoas brother and sister in law Nicholas and Natalie, children Arie, Mason and Ruby.

Grandparents John and Martha Luke (both deceased).

The Luke Uncles and Aunties, Alo and Doby (deceased), Penelope (deceased), Rosie-Dawn (deceased), Maryanne (deceased), Robert and Laini. Douglas and Gemma, Connie, Sonny, Rebekah and Julian, Erica and Howard, Shona and Glenn, and Patrick.

Great-grandparents Misimoa and Foliga Ausage (deceased), Tuaoi Fa'alili and Toaono Ta'avale (deceased).

Grandparents Tau Loisila Tuialii and Tina Tuaoi (deceased).

Uncles and Aunties Sam and Francis Tuaoi, Jenny and Ross Fata, Sid and Leisha Tuaoi.

Cousins Seidah, Tatupu, Joshua, Malachi, Petaia, Elisha, Ezra, Tina, Malani, Zephaniah, Alanta, and Psalms.

Filipi 1 v 21: Aua o lo'u ola ua ia Keriso lea, a'o lo'u oti o lo'u manuia lea.

Whanau and friends are invited to a Service to celebrate Misimoa's life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui, on Wednesday 23rd September at 11.00 a.m, to be followed by interment at the Ratana Cemetery.

The Covid 19 restrictions to be announced on Monday 21st September will apply.

The Service will be webcast live on www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz 'Watch Funeral Online' link.

Poroporoaki (fellowship) will be held for Misimoa in the Chapel on Tuesday at 6.00 p.m.

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MEDLICOTT: Christine Leah (Chrissie)

Passing: 6th September 2020
Funeral: 22nd September 2020
Published: 17th September 2020

Cleveland Funeral Home

It is with heavy hearts we announce that our beloved Mum and friend Chrissie passed away peacefully at home on Sunday 6th September 2020.

Loving mother and mother in law of Jon and Rochelle, Nic and Hamish, Anna and Lincoln, Kate and Richard, and Sally and Mathew. Devoted Nan to Tomas, Jane, and Hannah; Jed, and Anna; Isabella, and Eli; Ana, and George; and Skye, Fraser, Olive, and Leo.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Leukaemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand would be appreciated. Please visit www.leukaemia.org.nz and make an online donation in Chrissie’s name.

A service for Chrissie will be live streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz on Tuesday 22nd September 2020 at 1:30pm.

For more information please call 063455522.

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MORRIS: Robert James, (Bob)

Passing: 16th September 2020
Funeral: Live Stream - 19th September
Published: 17th September 2020

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away in Whanganui Hospital on 16th September 2020.

Dearly loved husband of Rosemary.

Loved father and father in law of Lesley and Joe, Janet and Bruce, Robert, and John and Diana.

Loved Grandad to 16 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.

Loved brother to Tui and Jim Hunter, and brother in law to Barbara, and Betty. In lieu of flowers donations to the Whanganui Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be placed in the Chapel Atrium or sent C/- PO Box 7102.

A service to celebrate Bob’s life will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz on Saturday 19th September 2020, at 11.00am.

For more information please contact Cleveland’s at 06 - 345 5522.

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OLDING: William Henry (Bill) (Noddy) (Winky)

Passing: 14th September 2020
Funeral: 18th September 2020
Published: 16th September 2020

Dempsey & Forrest

On 14th September 2020 peacefully at Jane Winstone Rest Home, in his 91st year.

Loved husband of the late Nola and the late Annette.

Much loved father of Peter and Jayne. Much loved step dad of John and Lou, David and Lisa, and Monique and James. Loved grandad of Nicholas , Vanessa and Garry, and David. A loved Poppy Winky of Trisha, Frankie, John, Jason, Dylan; Ariscia and Paora; Harley, Kadin and Crystal, and Sharnie-Jade.

Loved brother of Pat and uncle of Elizabeth, and Angela.

Special thanks to the wonderful staff of Jane Winstone and the Dementia Unit for their care of Bill.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Bill’s life to be held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Friday 18th September 2020 at 10.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

Due to the current COVID 19 regulations only 100 people are able to attend.

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