Whanganui Funeral Notices

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EALES: William George (Bill)

Passing: 23rd March 2024
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 30th March 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

On 23rd March 2024, aged 89 years.

Loved Partner of the late Ethel.

Much loved Brother, Brother-in-Law and Uncle to all his family.

“Billy Boy’s done his last chimney.”

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

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BELLISS: John Gifford (J.B.)

Passing: 20th March 2024
Funeral: 26th March 2024 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 27th March 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Whanganui Hospital on Wednesday 20th March 2024, surrounded by love.

Beloved Husband of Dot.

Loved Father and Father-in-Law of Roger and Laura, and Paul.

Loved Brother and Brother-in Law of Peter and Reen.

Devoted Poppa to Fraser, Lachlan, Charlotte; Jackson, and Jonty.

A service to celebrate J.B.’s life will be held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton St, Whanganui on Tuesday 26th March at 1:30pm, to be followed by interment in the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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LAWS: Warwick John

Passing: 22nd March 2024
Funeral: 2nd April 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 26th March 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Wanganui on 22 March 2024, in his 90th year.

Much loved husband of Veronica, and dearly loved Dad of Michael and Tara, and Melissa and Stephen Franklin.

Loving Grandad of Paige, and Breanna.

A service to celebrate Warwick’s life will be held in the Collegiate School Chapel, Liverpool Street, Wanganui on Tuesday 2nd April 2024, at 2.00pm.

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HARRISON: Jean Caroline

Passing: 25th March 2024
Funeral: 28th March 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 25th March 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 25th March 2024, surrounded by her immediate family, aged 82 years.

Much loved Wife and Best Friend of Keith for 62 years.

Cherished Mum and Mother-in-Law of Wendy and John Robinson, and Debbie and Blair Jarrett.

Proud Nana of Jessica and Jason, Rebecca, and Mitchell.

Great Nana of Jordan.

In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and can be left in the Chapel foyer.

Friends are invited to a celebration of Jean’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Thursday 28th March 2024 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

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CIMINO: Glennis Lesley, (nee Paton)

Passing: 22nd March 2024
Funeral: 30th March 2024 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 25th March 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

26/10/1944 - 22/03/2024. RIP

Passed away suddenly after a brief illness.

Loved mother to Angela, Robert and Lynne, and Teresa.

Proud grandmother of Jon, William, Henry, and Oscar; and new great grandmother to Ottilie.

A service to celebrate Glennis' life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Saturday 30th March 2024 at 11:00 am, and will be live-streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz .

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SNOW: Geoffrey David

Passing: 12th March 2024
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 24th March 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Geoff died peacefully at Whanganui Hospital on 12th March 2024.

Much loved brother of Fran, Stephen, Karen, Peter, Bryce, Jason, Andrew, and Robin.

He will be missed.

A private cremation has been held.

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STOWELL: Anne

Passing: 21st March 2024
Funeral: 26th March 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 22nd March 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

(Also known as Elizabeth Ann Alderfer)

On 21st March 2024, at Living Waters Rest Home, in her usual peaceful and dignified way.

She was 96 years old and a loved mother of Laurel, Rob and the late Michael.

She is survived by them, 7 grandchildren and many friends.

A remembrance will be held at the Quakers Settlement, Virginia Road, Whanganui on Tuesday 26th March, at 2.00pm.

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TAYLOR: Jeanette Rae Marie (Jan)

Passing: 11th March 2024
Funeral: 26th March 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 20th March 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Taupo on Monday 11th March 2024, aged 72 years.

Beloved wife of the late Kenneth.

A loving sister, aunty, cousin, and friend.

Special thanks to Wendy and Ian Cooper.

A service to celebrate Jan's life will be held in the Founders Chapel, 117 Rickit St, Taupo on Tuesday 26th March 2024, at 2:00pm.

A gentle lady now at peace.

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HUGHES: Horace William Poharama

Passing: 18th March 2024
Funeral: 22nd March 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
Published: 20th March 2024

Dempsey & Forrest

Passed away peacefully on 18th March 2024.

Horace will lie in state at his home 102B Alma Road, Whanganui.

Service will be held at his home on Friday 22nd March 2024 at 10.00am.

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ROBERTS: Marjorie Doreen

Passing: 12th March 2024
Funeral: 22nd March 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 20th March 2024

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully at Masonic Court on 12th March 2024.

Loved wife of the late John.

Loved mother and mother-in-law of Wayne and Philippa, and Sandra and Tom, and the late Alison.

A loved Grandma and Great Grandma to her grandchildren and great grand-children.

A grave-side service to farewell Marjorie will be held at the Aramoho Cemetery, McNeill Street, Whanganui on Friday 22nd March 2024, at 2.00pm.

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