Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

SCHNEIDER: Doris Frances

Passing: 25th August 2023
Funeral: 1st September 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 26th August 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Jane Winstone on Friday 25th August 2023, aged 95 years.

Much loved wife of the late Joe.

Loved Mum and Mother-in-law of Christine and Colin, Julie and David, and Kathryn and Ian.

A loved Grandma of Fiona, Blair, Kelly, and Brendan and Great Grandma of Elijah.

Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service to celebrate Doris’ life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Friday 1st September 2023 at 1.30pm.

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WHITESIDE: David George

Passing: 24th August 2023
Funeral: 28th August 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 25th August 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Whanganui, on 24th August 2023, in his 74th year.

Treasured and adored husband of Lynn.

Loved Dad of Te Rangi, Rani and Roger and loved step father of Bradley, and Justine.

Loved brother of Pauline, and Carol; and loving Grandad to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A service to celebrate Dave’s life will be held in the Cleveland chapel, 179 Ingestre, Whanganui on Monday 28th August 2023, at 11.00am.

The service will be livestreamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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LARSEN: Peter

Passing:
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 25th August 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Brisbane, Australia.

Loved brother of Chris, Lynn, and Paul.

Greatly missed by the wider Larsen Family.

Peter’s funeral has been held.

Messages to llcert@xtra.co.nz

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HILL: Noel Edward (Scrubby)

Passing: 23rd August 2023
Funeral: 28th August 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 25th August 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

You will be dearly missed, uncle.

The beautiful moments you shared with me and my family will remind us of the great man you are .

Rest in eternal peace.

A million words cannot bring you back, I know because I have tried; neither can a million tears; I say this because I have cried. You were so special to me I will love you forever.

Love Amy and the Butlin’s

HILL: Noel Edward (Scrubby)

Passing: 23rd August 2023
Funeral: 28th August 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 24th August 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully in his sleep at Whanganui Hospital, on Wednesday 23rd August 2023.

Loved husband of Elsie and loved husband of Rose.

Much Loved Father and Father-in-Law of Jamie and Sue (Whangarei), Craig and Leanne (Perth), Solomon (Solly) (deceased), and Reuben, and father in law of Helyn (Perth).

Beloved Grandad of Cyprus (Waverley), Seth and Mahli (Perth), Lucas and Gabriella (Perth), and Belle, Daisy and Alex (Whanganui).

Friends are invited to attend a service for Scrubby in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Monday 28th August 2023 at 1:00pm, to be followed by Interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

MANSON: Merle

Passing: 21st August 2023
Funeral: 26th August 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 22nd August 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on Monday 21st August 2023, aged 85 years.

Loving Wife of the late Tom.

Loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Brett and Melanie, Scott and Miriam, Gayel and Graeme.

Foster Mother of Vernon and John Christie.

Nana of Samantha and Tom, Daniel and Emma, James, Matthew and Nicole, Suafāi and Rebecca, Jayden and Katrina, and Allie.

Great Nana of all her Great Grandchildren.

Special thanks to Hospice Whanganui and New Vista Rest Home for all their love and care. Also to Fr. Roberts, Fr. Leslie, St. Marcellin School, Te Irirangi Kohanga Reo and all her loving neighbours and friends.

Flowers from the garden or donations to Whanganui St. Vincent de Paul would be greatly appreciated and can be left in the Church Foyer.

All messages Manson Family c/o PO BOX 341, Whanganui.

A Requiem Mass to celebrate Merle’s life will be held in the Holy Family Catholic Church, Tawhero Street on Friday 26th August 2023 at 1.00pm, to be followed by private cremation.

The family extend an invitation to join them for Rosary for Merle in the Church on Thursday 25th August 2023 at 5.30pm.

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STONEMAN: Ian Cedric

Passing: 20th August 2023
Funeral: 24th August 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 22nd August 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on Sunday 20th August 2023 at Kowhainui Rest Home, aged 88 years.

Dearly loved Husband and sparring partner of Glad for 57 years.

Loved Dad of Shah and Derek, Craig and Carolyn, Bevan, and Michelle and Glenn.

Loved Grandad and Great Grandad.

Loved Brother of Ron and Doreen.

The family would like to express their sincere thanks to all the staff at Kowhainui for their care of Ian.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Ian’s Life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Thursday 24th August, 2023 at 1.30pm, to be followed by interment in the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

Ian’s service will be livestreamed and can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘watch a funeral online’ link.

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EVANS: Gavin John

Passing: 20th August 2023
Funeral: 23rd August 2023 at 2:30 p.m.
Published: 22nd August 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Wanganui on 20th August 2023, aged 82 years.

Dearly loved husband of Dawn.

Loved Dad of Debbie and Bill Adam, Karlene, Phil and Kelly, and Brett and Megan.

Loved Poppa of all his grandchildren and great grandchild.

A loved brother of Shirley and a loved uncle.

A celebration of Gavin’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on

Wednesday 23rd August at 2:30pm and will be livestreamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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SORENSEN: Des

Passing: 19th August 2023
Funeral: 23rd August 2023 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 20th August 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Whanganui on 19th August 2023, aged 76 years; with loving whanau at his side.

Loved son of the late Jack and Edie Sorensen.

Dearly loved husband of Lorna.

Much loved Dad of (the late) Lisa, Graham and Maria, and Layton and LaToya.

Loving Kolo of Ben, Josh; Ariana, Terina, Jacob, Dakota, and Paora.

Loved brother of Sol, Brett, Sherilyn, (the late) Alison, Roger, Nigel and their families.

Des is at home with family.

His funeral service will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 23rd August 2023, at 10:30am.

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McGRATH: Wayne John

Passing: 14th August 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 19th August 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 14th August 2023, peacefully at Whanganui Hospital, aged 67 years.

Much loved Dad & Father-in-law of Diesel & Willow, & Brandy-May.

Loved Koko Wayne of Moss.

Special thanks to the staff of Whanganui Hospital for the care of our Dad.

In accordance with the family’s wishes, a private family farewell has been held.

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McGRATH: Wayne John

6/9/1955 – 14/8/2023.

Loved 5th born Son of the late Nancy & Michael.

Adored by all his Aunties, Uncles & a special Cousin to many.

Wayne our family are shattered to lose you and will forever love you.

Your Nieces, Nephews, Brothers, Sisters & In-laws will always remember when the 9 became 8.

Goodbye Wayne, see you on the other side.

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