Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

O’HAGAN: John Terrance (Terry)

Passing: 5th June 2023
Funeral: 9th June 2023 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 6th June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Surrounded by his loving family at home on Monday 5th June 23023, aged 90 years.

Loved Husband of the late Beverley.

Treasured Dad and Father-in-law of Lorraine and Neville Seconi, Carol, Alistair and Bronwyn, Gordon and Jo, and Judy.

Cherished Grandad and Great Grandad to all his Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Terry’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui, on Friday 9 June 2023 at 10.30am, to be followed by interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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GOWAN: Valerie Mae (Val) nee Hopper

Passing: 26th May 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 3rd June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Val passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on 26th May 2023, in her 86th year.

Dearly loved wife of Victor, much loved Mother and Mother-in-Law of Barry & Joanne, Christine & John, and Kerry & Sue.

Much loved Grandmother of Lachlan & Milly, Raquel & Jaime, Karine & Kartik, Hayden & Chloe, Blair & Tayla, and Thomas.

Special thanks to the staff at Jane Winstone for their care and attention.

As per Val’s wishes a private family service has been held.

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Dearly loved Daughter of the late Clorene & Norman Hopper and beloved Sister and Sister-in-Law of Trish & Russell Nossiter (Perth), Doreen & Ron Stoneman, Norman & Rebecca (Ashhurst),

Ngaire & Bob Conybeer, Maureen & Trevor Roberts, Gail & Terry Gruebner (Orewa), Lorraine & Neil Scott (Taupo) and Richard & Shona.

A much loved Aunt who will be sadly missed by all her family.

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GERRIE: Roy Victor

Passing: 27th May 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 3rd June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at Okere House on Saturday 27th May 2023, aged 77 years.

Much loved Husband of Vivianne and Stepfather to Kaila-Rose, Katrina, and Stephanie.

Loved Son-in-law of Brian and Waimatao Stevens.

The family wish to express their sincere thanks to all the staff at Okere House for their exceptional care of Roy.

In accordance with Roy’s wishes a private cremation has taken place.

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WILLIAMSON: Peter Reith

Passing: 28th May 2023
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 3rd June 2023

Cleveland Funeral Home

Jenny, Robin and Heather and their families want to advise the passing of their loved father at Summerset Care Centre, aged 93, on 28th May 2023.

Dad is now free to wander the world, with a glass of wine in his hand, with his beloved Rae.

At Peter’s request a family farewell has be held.

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EDMONDS: Stacey Michele (nee Dicker)

Passing: 30th May 2023
Funeral: 7th June 2023 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 2nd June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Suddenly at home on 30th May 2023, aged 45 years.

Loved partner of Eddie Edmonds.

Dearly loved Mum of Matt and Rachel.

Much loved daughter of Dianne and Robert Dicker.

Loved sister of Aaron, and Glen.

Loved aunty of Hunter.

Much loved granddaughter of Grandad Herbie.

A Service to celebrate Stacey’s life will be held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Wednesday 7th June 2023 at 1.30pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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BESWARICK: Amy Louisa

Passing: 1st June 2023
Funeral: 7th June 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 2nd June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 1st June 2023, peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family.

Dearly beloved wife of Simon, and dearly loved mother of Jordan and Yasmin, Georgia, and Sienna.

Much loved daughter of Frances and Alan Hollenback and loved daughter in law of Alison and Steve Rice.

Loved sister of Daniel Hollenback and loved sister-in-law of Jeremy and Hiedi Beswarick.

Loved aunty of Wikitoria, and Ayla.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Amy’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton St, Wanganui on Wednesday 7th June 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

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ROBERTS: John Fernie

Passing:
Funeral: 9th June 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 2nd June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully surrounded by family, aged 95 years.

Loved Husband of the late Ruth, and the late Noelene.

Dearly loved and respected Father and Father-in-law of Maureen and Ralph, Jane and David, Ken and Wendy, Doug and Kate, Geoff and Sandra, and Katrina and Geoff.

Loved Grandad of his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A Service to celebrate John’s life will be held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Friday 9th June 2023 at 1.00pm, to be followed by a private interment.

John’s Service can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘watch a funeral online’ link.

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NIEUWENHUIS: Vincent Edwin

Passing:
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 2nd June 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

Loved Son of the late Gerry & Truus. Brother and Brother-in-Law of Bernie & Noelene, Henri & Roz, and Geoff & Ann.

In accordance with the families wishes a private cremation has taken place.

Please contact the family for details on the interment of Vincent’s ashes.

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KENDRICK: Lucy (nee O’Hara)

Passing: 30th May 2023
Funeral: 3rd June 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 30th May 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

It is with sadness that the family announce the peaceful passing of our dear Mother, at home surrounded by family on Tuesday 30th May 2023.

Loved Wife of Allan and precious Mother to Karen, Chris, Alison, Bron, Anne, and Murray.

Much loved by their families, partners, extended family and friends.

Special Nan to her 13 Grandchildren and 17 Great Grandchildren.

Requiem Mass to celebrate Mum’s life will be held in St Anne’s Catholic Church, Raine Street, Whanganui East on Saturday 3rd June 2023 at 11.00am, to be followed by interment in the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

A Rosary is to be held at Lucy’s home at 4.30pm on Friday 2nd June 2023.

Lucy’s Service can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz , Watch Funeral online link.

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KENDRICK: Lucy (nee O’Hara).

29.09.1930 - 30.05.2023

Much loved daughter of Tom and Hannah O’Hara and sister and sister-in-law of Margaret, Tommy and Bub, Paddy and Leila, Jack and Phil, Martin and Rae, and Rosie and Charlie O’Leary.

Loved wife of Allan and sister-in-law of Joyce and Ben Hodson, Vera and Bert Poad, Jean and Reg Webb, Avis and Jim Ruscoe,

Ola and Bruce Lawrence, Jimmy and Joy, Betty and Cyril Palmer, and Ray and Lorraine.

Lucy joins all those above who have gone before her.

A special Aunty Lucy to her many nieces and nephews, and Keenly.

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COMRIE: Sally-Anne

Passing: 30th May 2023
Funeral: 2nd June 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 30th May 2023

Dempsey & Forrest

On 30th May 2023, aged 78 years.

Dearly loved Wife of the late Peter.

Loved Sister and Sister-in-law of James (dec) and Janet Beauchamp, Harold and Jeanette Beauchamp, Margaret Beauchamp, Christine and John (dec) Kjestrup , Rebecca (dec) and Ben Latham, Janice Beauchamp and Margaret.

Special friend to Venka Howes, and Nadine Rayner.

Friends are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Sally Ann’s life held in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Friday 2nd June 2023 at 1.00pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

Sally-Anne’s service can be viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘watch a funeral online’ link.

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