Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

MARSH: Brian John (Swampy)

Passing: 22nd November 2023
Funeral: 27th November 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 24th November 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Wellington Hospital on Wednesday 22nd November 2023, aged 63 years.

Much loved partner of Susie (Heather).

Loved Stepdad to Brendon, Ngaire, Dylan, and Cody.

Loved ‘Grandad Brian’ to all his Grandchildren.

Will be greatly missed by all his Family and Friends.

Friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service for Brian in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Monday 27th November 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

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PERRY: Pamela Ruth (Pam)

Passing: 22nd November 2023
Funeral: 27th November 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 24th November 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully in St John’s Hill Lifecare on 22nd November 2023.

Loved wife of the late Gordon.

Loved Mum of Sonia, and Nigel and Mother In Law of Dave, and Catherine.

Loved Nana of Shannon and Jack, Mason; Stella, and Leon.

Pam will be dearly missed by all her family and friends.

A celebration of Pam’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Monday 27th November 2023 at 1:30pm, and will be live-streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz.

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DALE: Michael Philip

Passing: 23rd November 2023
Funeral: 28th November 2023 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 24th November 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

1954-2023

Passed away peacefully on the 23rd Nov 2023.

Cherished son of Joy and the late David Dale.

Loving husband of late Maxine.

Much loved father and father in law to James and Vanessa, Gareth and Frida, Sarah and Jeremy, and Jacob.

Kiwi Papa and Moggle of Felix and Coco, Ilse, Otto and Hugo, Noah and Olive.

Stepfather to Lesley, Joanna, Cyan & Jordan.

Beloved Brother of Jennifer, John, and Cameron.

Uncle to Costas, Joe, David and Philip.

All mail to 199 Main South Road Greymouth

Michael enjoyed his time with you all.

A farewell Service will be held in the Cleveland Chapel 179 Ingestre Street Whanganui on Tuesday 28th November at 10:30am.

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WATSON: Philip William (Phil)

Passing: 19th November 2023
Funeral: Celebration 25th November at 11.00am
Published: 22nd November 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

On 19th November 2023, as result of a tragic accident, in his 65th year.

Much loved partner of Sue White and previously husband of the late Karen.

A treasured father of Cameron, Michael, Alice; and Samantha White and a loving grandad.

Remembered fondly by his sister Karen O’Hagan.

Messages to c/- PO Box 9 Blenheim 7240 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz.

A service to celebrate Phil’s life will be held at 11.00am on Saturday 25th November at his home garden followed by a Funeral Service in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 29th November 2023 at 11.00am.

For those unable to attend both services will be live-streamed.

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HUNTER: Anna Gai Robyn (nee Percy)

Passing: 21st November 2023
Funeral: 23rd November 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 22nd November 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at home on 21st November 2023, aged 68 years.

Dearly loved Mother of Melissa and Rikihana, Katrina and Rob, Geoffrey, Elizabeth, and the late Aaron.

Cherished Nana of Monica, Tyler, Sophie, Ellishay, and Ella.

A special thank you to Tessa Hunt and the wonderful staff at Hospice Whanganui for all their care and support.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Anna’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Thursday 23rd November 2023 at 1.30pm, to be followed by cremation at the Aramoho Crematorium.

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WALLER: Christopher Noel

Passing: 18th November 2023
Funeral: 22nd November 2023 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 21st November 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Christopher passed peacefully away into the arms of Jesus at Wanganui Hospital on Saturday 18th November 2023.

Dearly loved son of the late, Francis and Olive, and special brother of Michael and Adreane, Eltham, Tony, Featherston, Michelle and Malcom, Havelock North.

Loved Uncle of Sian, Daniel, Ollie, Ellen, and Annah.

A service to recognise the life and times of Christopher.

A celebration will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Wednesday 22nd November 2023 at 2.00pm.

PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE

"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles, they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”Isaiah Chapter 40 verse 31.

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ROBERTS: Allan William

Passing: 16th November 2023
Funeral: 23rd November 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 18th November 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully at Kowhainui Home, Whanganui on Thursday 16th November 2023 aged 84 years, surrounded by his family.

Loved husband of 60 years to Barbara; Dad and Dad-in-law of Janet and Lee, Carron, and Barb and Dev.

Much loved Grandad of Sarah and Munish, Kate and Brad, Chris and Danielle, Michael, Connor, Lance, Sophie and Ben, and Matthew.

Loved Great-Grandad Allan of Sofia, and Abbey.

Brother to Anne and John McNeill (UK), uncle of Joanne and David (UK).

Extended family friends of Margaret Adams, and Carol and Vaughan Caseley.

Special thanks to Kowhainui Home for their wonderful care, and to Dr Andrew Zimmerman.

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In lieu of flowers, donations to Brain Injury Whanganui would be appreciated, and may be left in the Chapel foyer.

A service to celebrate Allan's life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Thursday 23rd November 2023 at 1:30pm, and will be live-streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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WATSON: Kerry Esma (nee Bovey)

Passing: 10th November 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 18th November 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 10th November 2023, suddenly at home, a day off her 61st birthday.

A much loved Mum & Mother-in-law of Nichola & Dylan & adored Nanny of Ella & Eli.

Bonus Mum to Waimarie.

Husband & dear friend of Owen.

Kerry will be dearly missed by all her family & friends.

In accordance with Kerry’s wishes, a very private farewell has been held.

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DAVIDSON: Neil Eric

Passing: 16th November 2023
Funeral: 20th November 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 17th November 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday 16th November 2023, aged 80 years.

Treasured and loved soul mate of Raewyn (Rae).

Cherished and adored Dad of Kaley and Lee, Blair and Rose, and special Uncle of Jane and Murray.

Much loved and adored Granddad of his 7 amazing Grandchildren, and his 4 ½ beautiful Great Grandbabies.

After a courageous battle, Neil is now resting in peace.

We will all miss your cuddles!

Forever in our hearts.

Our heartfelt gratitude and thanks to the incredible team at Hospice for helping and supporting us to take care of Dad at home.

Friends are invited to join us to celebrate Neil's life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Monday 20th November 2023 at 1.30pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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HILL: Mary Phoebe

Passing: 13th November 2023
Funeral: 18th November 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 15th November 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully with Keith at her side at Whanganui Hospital on Monday 13th November 2023.

Much loved Wife of Keith.

Loved Mother of Steve, and Leone, and Stepmother to Matthew, Calvin, Adam, and their partners.

Cherished Nana of all her Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren.

Friends are invited to a celebration of Mary’s life in the Forrest Lounge, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Saturday 18th November 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

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