Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

MITCHELL: Marlene Mary

Passing: 26th June 2023
Funeral: 29th June 2023 at 12:00 p.m.
Published: 29th June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 26th June 2023, peacefully at home, aged 87 years.

Dearly loved Wife of the late Snow.

Much loved Mum & Mother-in-law of Karen & Alastair, Joanne, & Martin.

Loved Grandma of Jason & Jessy.

Step Mum to Peter & Ian.

All messages C/- The Mitchell Family, PO Box 341, Whanganui.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Marlene’s life in the Forrest Lounge, 208 Guyton Street,

Whanganui on Thursday 29th June 2023 at 12noon, to be followed by a private cremation.

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DIX: Lorna Merl

Passing: 27th June 2023
Funeral: 3rd July 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 28th June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 27th June 2023, peacefully in Whanganui Hospital, aged 80 years.

Dearly loved wife of the late Roger Dix.

Much loved Mum and Mum in Law of Keay Bishop and Cory Rauhihi, and Iolie (Deceased) and Jim Murphy.

Loved stepmother to Grant and Julie Dix, Amanda Simi, and the late Nathan Dix. A loved Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister and Aunt.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Lorna’s life held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Monday 3rd July 2023 at 1.30pm, to be followed by Cremation at the Aramoho Crematorium.

Lorna’s service can be viewed at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz “Watch Funeral online” link.

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WEBB: Thomas Teoui

Passing: 26th June 2023
Funeral: 1st July 2023 at 12:00 p.m.
Published: 28th June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 26th June 2023, peacefully at Whanganui Hospital, aged 88 years.

A dearly loved husband of Nina.

Much loved father of Rose, Thomas (deceased), Matakeu, June, Diana, Paul, Marie, Michelle and their partners.

Much loved granddad of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Thomas’s life in the Wanganui Cook Islands Christian Church, 71 Puriri Street, Wanganui on Saturday 1st July 2023 at 12.00 noon, to be followed by interment in the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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SLADE: Peter Rex

Passing: 11th June 2023
Funeral: Celebration 14th July, 3.00pm at St Johns Club
Published: 27th June 2023

Other

19-11-1959 to 11-06-2023

Aged 63, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends.

A much loved Dad of Karyn, Brenton and Aimee, and Grandad of Lily.

Brother of Ruth, Jennifer, Debra and Russell, Heather and Les.

Soulmate of Debbie and Smiler.

A good friend to many.

At Peter’s request, a private cremation has been held.

CELEBRATION OF LIFE

Celebrate Peter’s life with family and friends on Friday 14th July at 3.00pm, upstairs at St John’s Club in Glasgow Street.Whanganui.

PERRY: Nadine Claire, (nee Bramley)

Passing: 22nd June 2023
Funeral: 28th June 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 27th June 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

At home with family at her side on 22nd June 2023, aged 50 years.

Dearly loved wife and soul-mate of Phil.

Treasured Mum of Sarah, Joshua, Nicola, Danielle, and Ethan.

Loving Nanny of Amelia, and Ivy.

Much loved daughter of Dawn and Kerry, and loving sister of Wayne.

A service to celebrate Nadine’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 28th June 2023, at 1:30pm.

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WHYTE: Patricia Joyce (Pat)

Passing: 20th June 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 27th June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 20th June 2023, peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family, aged 81 years.

Dearly loved and treasured wife of Leon for 59 ½ years.

Loved and adored Mum of Glenn (deceased), and Kim.

A much loved Nana to Jesse, Grace, and Caleb.

Many thanks to Hospice Whanganui for their loving care of Pat.

In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Whanganui would be greatly appreciated.

In accordance with Pat’s wishes a private family service has been held.

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BUTLER: Anne Margaret

Passing: 21st June 2023
Funeral: 1st July 2023 at 10:00 a.m.
Published: 26th June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Springvale Manor, Whanganui on Wednesday 21st June 2023, in her 88th year.

Loved youngest daughter of William and Helen Butler, and loved sister of Rosalind (Sr Vincent HOC), Stan, Philomena (Sr Laboure HOC), William (Bill), and Dennis (all deceased).

Loved sister-in-law of Josephine (deceased), and Joyce and Ann. Loved aunty of her many nieces and nephews. Heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff at Springvale Manor for all their love and care of Anne.

Requiem Mass will be celebrated at the Holy Family Catholic Church, Tawhero Street, Whanganui on Saturday 1st July 2023 at 10.00am, to be followed by interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

The family extend an invitation to join them for Rosary for Anne in the Church on Friday evening at 5.30pm.

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

All messages, Butler family, C/O PO Box 46, Whanganui.

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WIKAIRA: Danny Raniera Hurihunga

Passing: 25th June 2023
Funeral: 28th June 2023 at 10:00 a.m.
Published: 25th June 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

On Sunday 25th June 2023, peacefully at home surrounded by his whānau.

Dearly loved husband of Marjorie.

Loving father and father-in-law of Danielle and David Hodson and much-loved Koro of Josiah, Eleishah and Matthias.

Cherished step-father of Michelle and Andrew Lett.

Loved by the Hunt, Turner, Searancke, and Wikaira Whānau.

Danny’s funeral service will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui, on Wednesday 28th June 2023 at 10.00am, and will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz.

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PURDY: Leslie John

Passing: 21st June 2023
Funeral: Funeral details to be advised
Published: 24th June 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Whanganui on Wednesday 21st June 2023, aged 78 years.

Dearly loved husband of Rosalie.

A father, brother, Pop Purdy and friend.

A private service to celebrate his life will be held.

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HURLEY: Daniel Francis (Danny)

Passing: 18th June 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 24th June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 18th June 2023 at St Johns Life Care Wanganui.

Dearly loved husband of the late Raewyn (Pet).

Eldest son of the late Dan and Margaret Hurley

Loved brother and brother-in-law of Berna Sutton and the late Mervyn Northcott and the late Ron Sutton, Shamus (Dec) and Jenny and the late Barry Meechin, Lorraine and John Willis, Colin (Dec) and Glenda, Stephen and Donna and his many nieces and nephews.

RIP brother.

In accordance with Danny’s wishes a private farewell was held on Monday 19th June 2023.

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On Sunday 18th June 2023 after an illness.

Loved Husband of late Raewyn Parewaikato (Pet), Father to Dannella, Makere and Daniel and Grandfather to Daniel, Lacey, Curtis, Kaye-Lee, Marley and Stirling.

You are finally reunited with mum.

Rest Easy Dad.

In accordance with Danny’s wishes he was cremated on Monday 19th June 2023.

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