Whanganui Funeral Notices

Died peacefully at St John's Hill Healthcare Whanganui on 10th June 2023.

Dearly loved wife and best friend of the late Alan.

Loved and cherished Mum and mother-in-law of Meg and Royd Hayes.

Loved Nana of Mila, Kea, Tui, Ruth and to her 7 great-grandchildren.

She will be dearly missed.

In accordance with Bev's wishes a private service has been held.

Suddenly on 15th June 2023, aged 78 years.

Much loved Son of Horace & Nora (both deceased).

Loved Brother of Walter, Margaret, and Josephine (all deceased).

Much loved Uncle of Carey, Wayne, Joanne, Craig, Jamie, Bradley, and Carla.

A loved Great Uncle and friend to many.

“Never forgotten”

A celebration of Merv’s life will be held at the Kaierau Country Club, 100 Devon Road, Whanganui on Tuesday 20th June 2023 at 1.00pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

Merv’s Service will be live-streamed at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘watch funeral online’ link.

On 11th June 2023, suddenly at home.

Dearly loved partner of Jan.

Much loved Dad & Father-in-law of Darryl & Cilla, & Tracy.

Loved Granddad of Danniel & Nathan, Kayla & Jade, & Elle.

Loved Great Granddad of Braxton.

Loved Paul of Ken & Emma, Taine, & Ethan.

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

Keith went to be with the Lord on the 10th June 2023, aged 80 years.

Dearly beloved Husband of Sue for 53yrs, adored Father and legend to all his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren until the end.

Friends and family are invited to join in celebrating Keith’s life, at Central Baptist Church, Wicksteed Street, Wanganui on Tuesday 20th June at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

Passed away suddenly on 8th June 2023.

Dearly loved wife of the late Kevin.

Daughter of the late Tom and Dawn Sutherland.

Sister, Cousin, Aunty, and friend to many.

Sadly missed by all.

A celebration of Denise’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, Whanganui on Tuesday 20th June 2023 at 2.00pm, and will be live-streamed at www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz.

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.

A memorial to follow.

Passed away peacefully at Whanganui Hospital on Tuesday 13th June 2023, aged 80 years.

Much loved Husband and Soulmate of Colleen.

Precious Dad of Lyndon and Kris, Jacinda, and Bradley and Evelyn.

Much loved Pops of Mikayla, Leighton, and Sara and Mark.

Special thanks to the staff of the Medical and Surgical Wards at Whanganui Hospital & the Oncology Ward at Palmerston North Hospital.

Friends are invited to a celebration of Colin’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Monday 19th June 2023 at 1.00pm, to be followed by a private interment.

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SLAUGHTER; Ernest Colin

Much loved Twin Brother of Frances and her Husband Graeme Kelly (both deceased).

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SLAUGHTER; Colin

Much loved little brother of Doreen and the late Wilf Heath. Fun, quick witted uncle of Karen and the late Bruce, Russell, Stephen and Gina, and Leigh and Mark.

Sadly missed and remembered for his unassuming, endearing and cheeky sense of humour. (Will miss our Saturday banter) xx

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SLAUGHTER, Ernest Colin (Colin)

A treasured Brother and Brother-in-Law of Marietta and the late John Dick.

Loved and respected Uncle of Susan Dick, Carol and Jim Carson, and

Julie and David Berry.

“Memories of Colin's dry humour will live on with us all. He will be sadly missed.”

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SLAUGHTER: Ernest Colin (Colin).

Fun loving Uncle of Vanessa & Ian Butters and Brendan & Kathryn Kelly.

“He will be sadly missed”

On Saturday 10th June 2023, Dawn passed away peacefully at home at age 83.

Loved wife of Ron (late), loved Mum of Sarah and Vaughan, Simon (late), Cath and John, loved Nana of Michael, Ben, Cait and Hannah and Great-Nana to Arlo.

A special thanks to Whanganui Hospice and her friends who supported Dawn with great care through her last weeks.

A teacher, a gardener, a provider, a foodie and cook, a friend and woman of style – you will be greatly missed.
Thank you for everything you gave us.

In accordance with Dawn’s wishes, a private ceremony has been held.

On 9th June 2023, peacefully after a courageous battle at Masonic Court Home, aged 89 years.

Adored Partner of Grant & loved Wife of the late Don.

Much loved Mum and Mother-in-Law of Sheryl & Tom, Karen & Tim, Steve & Lou, Darrell & Jen, and Dean & Nikki. Loved Nana Bev of Jade, Sharne, Ariane, Dion, the late Andon; Bradey, Corey, Dan; Sammy, Morgan; Niamh, and Campbell.

Loved Great Nana of Maggie, Lulu, Isla, Brooke, and Taylor.

Loved Bev to Grant’s girls, Sue, Jo, and Kelly.

Loved Aunty Bev to all her Nieces and Nephews.

Special thanks to the staff of the ATR ward, Whanganui Hospital and Masonic Court Home for their care of Bev.

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

Passed away peacefully in his sleep at Wanganui Hospital on Monday 12th June 2023, in his 78th year.

Dearly loved husband of Saraswati Parvati (Jill).

Much loved and respected Father and Father-in-law of Kiran and Kokila, Veejay and Sangita, Raj and Janine.

Treasured Bapa (Grand Father) of Bailee, Anika, Kiyaan, Keesha, Kayden and Meela.

Dearly missed and never forgotten.

Om Shanti Shanti Shanti

Our most heartfelt appreciation to the staff at Wanganui Hospital who cared for Ray over the years and in particular the amazing team at the Critical Care Unit (Wanganui Hospital) for their care and dedication over his final days.

Special thanks to Dr Alan Mangan and Dr Fiona Christian for their support.

In lieu of flowers, donations received at the service will be given to Heart Foundation and St John New Zealand.

A service to celebrate Ramanbhai’s (Ray) life will be held in the Eulogy Lounge at the Wanganui Function Centre (Racecourse), Purnell Street, Wanganui on Saturday 17th June 2023, at 11.00am.

Ray’s service can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz Watch a funeral online link.