Whanganui Funeral Notices

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FOTHERGILL: Graeme Robinson

Passing: 21st June 2023
Funeral: 27th June 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 23rd June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Suddenly on 21st June 2023, aged 83 years.

Much loved Dad of Tony, Evan, Myles, Blair, Scott, Trent, and their families.

Proud Pa of all his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.

Friends are invited to a Celebration of Graeme’s life in the Central Baptist Church, 285 Wicksteed Street, Whanganui on Tuesday 27th June 2023 at 1.00pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

Graeme’s Service can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz , “Watch funeral online” link.

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WALKER: Annie (nee Hickford);

Passing: 21st June 2023
Funeral: 27th June 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 22nd June 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully in Hawera Hospital on 21st June 2023.

Beloved wife of the late Bruce.

Dearly loved Mum of Gordon and Tina, (the late) Elizabeth and Philip, Colleen and Bill, Colin and Debbie, and Lynette and Frank, and Kevin.

Loved Nana and Grandma to her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren.

Annie’s funeral service will be held in the Church Of The Good Shepherd, Weraroa Road, SH3, Waverley on Tuesday 27th June 2023, at 11.00am.

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DUNSTONE: Shirley Norma

Passing: 16th June 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 22nd June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 16th June 2023, peacefully at Broadview Rest Home, aged 94 years.

Dearly loved wife of the late Bruce.

Much loved mother of the late Peter.

A loved sister of Joan Ritchfield, Audrey Whale, and Tony Church and a loved aunt and great aunt of all her nieces and nephews.

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

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HUGHES: Margaret Elizabeth

Passing: 16th June 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 21st June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 16th June 2023, after a short illness, aged 92 years.

Much loved Wife of Puck for 72 years.

Much loved Mother and Grandmother of Denise, Grant, Christine and their families.

“Good friend to many”

In accordance with the families wishes, a private Celebration of Margaret’s life has been held.

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PA'A: John

Passing: 16th June 2023
Funeral: 21st June 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 20th June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 16th June 2023 at his home, aged 30 years.

Dearly loved son of Suesa and Asa.

A much loved brother of Si'itu and Jamin, Apikaila and Mark, and Mautu and Veda.

A loved and devoted uncle of Tana, Romin,  Alenah, Tahleah; Sage, Kordaeus, and Mila.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of John's life in the Faith City Church, Springvale Road, Whanganui Wednesday on 21st June 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by interment in the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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PARKER: Niki William Bentley

Passing: 17th June 2023
Funeral: 24th June 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 20th June 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

On Saturday 17th June 2023, aged 75 years.

Tragically whilst doing what he loved, paddling the waka with his teammates.

Loved son of the late Mata and Bill Parker.

Much loved husband of Vivienne and loved Dad and Poppa of Rawinia and Brendan, Misty, Xavier, Zion and Wini Tiraha (Whanganui) Ariana and Hayden, Tyler, Zac, Eva and Kenzie Collings (Perth).

Loved brother and brother-in-law to the Parker, Richardson and Murray whanau, uncle and friend to many.

Niki will be laying at Putiki Marae, Taranaki Street, Whanganui from Friday 23rd June, at 1.00pm.

His funeral service will be held at the Marae on Saturday 24th June 2023, at 11.00am.

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STEVENS: (Evelyn) Dawn

Passing: 17th June 2023
Funeral: 23rd June 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 20th June 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

It is with great sadness that the family of Dawn Stevens announce her passing on Saturday 17th June 2023.
Beloved mother of Raewyn and Robert, proud grandmother of Nicholas, Christopher, Sophie, Jonathon, Trent, Bella; great grandmother to little Tilly, mother in law, and friend to many.
Special thanks to the caring staff at Jane Winstone SCU and Hospital .
Friends and family are invited to attend a service to celebrate Dawn’s life in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Friday 23rd June at 11.00am.

This will be live streamed for her Scottish family and those who are unable to attend on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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CONN: Edith

Passing: 19th June 2023
Funeral:
Published: 20th June 2023

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On Monday 19th June, at Aroha Hospital.

Loved eldest sister of Kathleen and Graeme (dec) Loveridge, Carol and Ross Reid, Bruce and Christine Warnock and Adrienne and Greg Cook.

Much loved and will be missed

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MOREHU: Reta Ngahina

Passing: 19th June 2023
Funeral: 23rd June 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 20th June 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Unexpectedly on Monday 19th June 2023.

Loved partner of Bo Marychurch.

Much loved Mum of Dylan, Troy, Jody, Levi, Shana, and Kurt.

Treasured Nan and great Nan of all her moko.

Reta will be laying at 33 Hood Street.

Her service will be held at Hood Street on Friday 23rd June at 11.00am.

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McAULEY: Ngaire Joan

Passing: 11th June 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 17th June 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Wanganui on Sunday 11th June 2023, aged 93 years.

Much loved wife of the late Frank.

Dearly loved Mum of Delwyn Mairs, Grant, and Murray.

A loved Nan of Angela, Grady, and Cameron; and Great Nan of Scarlett, Logan, and Ronan.

In accordance with Ngaire's wishes, a private farewell has been held.

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