Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

RASMUSEN: Keith Malcolm

Passing: 20th July 2023
Funeral: 25th July 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 21st July 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Died on 20th July 2023, in his 83rd year, in the wonderful care of Kōwhainui Home and Hospice Whanganui.

Now at peace.

Much loved Father and Father-in-Law of Megan and Mike, Jodi and Matt, and Grandpa of Casey, Aimee, and Jackson, twin Brother of the late Ian.

In memory of Keith (Raz) and in lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Whanganui would be greatly appreciated and can be left in the Chapel foyer.

A service to celebrate Keith’s life will be held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Tuesday 25th July at 1.00pm.

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TAPA: Janice Lilly (nee Edwards)

Passing: 21st July 2023
Funeral: 24th July 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 21st July 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Sadly passed away on 21st July 2023 in Whanganui, surrounded by her loving whãnau.

Daughter of Olive Edwards (nee Ngãtai) and Jack Edwards.

Loving wife to Patrick Tapa, beloved mother of Charmaine Tapa, Sharlene Tapa-Mosen, Patrick Tapa Jnr and their respective partners.

Treasured and sharp tongued Nanny to all her mokopuna and mokomoko.

Mokopuna of Te Awa Tupu.

Janice will lie in state at Te Ao Hou Marae, Somme Parade Whanganui, until her service on Monday 24th July 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by her burial at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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HUNT: Malcolm Henry

Passing: 18th July 2023
Funeral: 21st July 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 20th July 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully passed away surrounded by family at Whanganui Hospital on 18th July 2023, aged 75 years.

Cherished Husband of Julie for 49 years.

Loved Father of Amanda, Cameron, and Braden.

Beloved Grandad of William, Simon, Miles; Mason, and Madison.

Treasured Brother of Ngaire, and Doretta and a respected Brother-in-Law.

Loved and respected Uncle to all his Nieces and Nephews.

Please join the Family to celebrate Malcolm’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui, FRIDAY 21st July 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

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FAVELL: Edward Stewart (Ted)

Passing: 18th July 2023
Funeral: 24th July 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 20th July 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 18th July 2023, peacefully at Whanganui Hospital, aged 82 years.

Dearly loved Husband of Coral for 62 years.

Much loved Dad of Sharon, Bronwyn, & Gregory.

Loved grandad of Matthew, Daniel, Emma, Luke, Caleb, Dawn, Jamie, Alex, Melissa, Melanie, & Hannah.

Loved Great Grandad of Liam, Skylah, Madysyn, Akkeva, Coen, Riley, Elijah, Jason, & Erika.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Ted’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Monday 24th July 2023 at 1.30pm, to be followed by Interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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TRUDGEON: Margaret Adina (Peggy) (nee: Clinton)

Passing: 18th July 2023
Funeral: 24th July 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 20th July 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Whanganui Hospital on Tuesday 18th July 2023, after a short illness, aged 94 years.

Loved Wife of the late Alex.

Loved Sister and Sister-in-law of Graeme and Pat (dec), Richard (dec), David (dec) and Anne, Tony (dec) and June, Mary (dec) and George (dec).

Loved Aunty of all her Nieces and Nephews.

Friends are invited to a celebration of Peggy’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Monday 24th July 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

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COUPER: Vivien Jean

Passing:
Funeral: 24th July 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 19th July 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Now peacefully at rest, with family by her side in her 89th year.

Much loved Wife of the late Doug, and the late Ken Nation.

Cherished Mum of Kevin and Renee, and Warren.

Treasured Nana and Grandma to Michelle, James, Tessa, Fenella, and Damian, and all her Great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers donations to the NZ Blind Association would be greatly appreciated and can be left at Viv’s Service.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Viv’s life in the Whanganui East Baptist Church, 54 Nixon Street, Whanganui, on Monday 24th July 2023 at 1.30pm, to be followed by interment at the Aramoho Cemetery.

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WOODBURY: Carol Ann Elizabeth

Passing: 9th July 2023
Funeral: 21st July 2023 at 2:00 p.m.
Published: 17th July 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

3/10/36 to 9/7/23, passed away peacefully at Broadview Wanganui.

Dearly loved wife of the late Tony.

Much loved Mum to her two children Antonie Paul, and Linda, also her grandchildren Beau, Francesca, Amber, Lauren, and Erin

A service to celebrate Carol’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Friday 21st July 2023 at 2.00pm.

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HAAMI: John Robinson Stevenson

Passing:
Funeral: 18th July 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 16th July 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family, aged 88 years.

Darling husband of Pearl.

Loved son of Pita Hori and Meri Ngamania Te Rongonui Haami (Tinirau).

Treasured mokopuna of Koro Paamu and Pare Tinirau.

Treasured father of Gavin (deceased), Craig and Donna, Grant and Peggy, Brent and Stephanie.

Treasured Koro of Alecia and Minh, Chantel, Danielle, Dayna and Corey, Tyrah and Alyssia.

Loved and treasured great koro of Mason, and Anderson. Loved brother of Rangi, Patricia, Patrick, Bernard, Gerald, Victor, Alexius, Dominic, and Delphina (all deceased), and Angelina, Moewai, and Rongomau.

Dad will lay at home, 3 Waitote Street, Castlecliff until his Requiem Mass, which will be held at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Guyton Street, Whanganui on Tuesday 18th July 2023 at 11.00am, followed by burial at the Aramoho Urupa.

Hakari will follow proceedings back at home.

Nau Mai Haere Mai.

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MARTIN: Teresa Frances

Passing: 6th July 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 16th July 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Passed away on Thursday 6th July 2023, in her 91st year.

Beloved wife of Bernard (dec), loved and treasured mother and mother-in-law of Lois and Alan, Gary and Anne, and Derek.

Dearly loved by her grandchildren and their partners Dane and Nimue, Lauren and Ryan, Ellen and John, Tom and Renee.

Much loved great grandmother of Sofie.

Grateful thanks from the family is extended to Cate and Leanne from Healthcare who provided personal care for Teresa while she lived at home.

A private family farewell has been held.

Messages can be forwarded c/- 2 Anglesey Place, Palmerston North.

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STEAD: Patricia Margaret, (Pat)

Passing: 14th July 2023
Funeral: 19th July 2023 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 14th July 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully after a short illness at Broadview Rest Home on 14th July 2023.

Beloved mother of Vicky, Peter and Judith, and Butch (David).

Precious Nana of Natalie, Vanessa, (the late) Jason, Lee, Ben, Sam, and Harry, and her many great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society or the SPCA would be appreciated.

A service to celebrate Pat’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 19th July 2023, at 10:30am.

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