Whanganui Funeral Notices

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NB. Death Notices are listed in order of publication date

WRIGHT: Harold Gordon

Passing: 15th December 2022
Funeral: 21st December 2022 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 17th December 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully in Whanganui Hospital on Thursday 15th December 2022, aged 88 years.

Much Loved husband of the late Faye.

Loved Dad of Gaylene and John, and Michael and Julie.

Loved Grandad of Jessie, Shannon, and Emily.

A celebration of Harold’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, on Wednesday 21st December 2022 at 1:30pm, to be followed by interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

The service will be live streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz

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KIRK: Noel

Passing: 13th December 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 17th December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at home in his sleep on Tuesday 13th December 2022, aged 87 years.

Much loved Husband of Janice Anne for 50 years.

Loved Dad of Felicity, Joy, Lindsay, Ross (dec), Paul (dec) and Sean.

Loved Stepdad of Donna, Darren, and Lisa.

Loved Grandad to all his Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren.

Loved Brother of Huia and the late Robyn.

“A big thankyou to Kathy and Lou from Home Help, and Hospice Whanganui for all they have done for Mum and Dad”.

In accordance with Noel’s wishes, a private farewell has been held.

Noel, was a member of the Tongariro Lodge, lived respected by all his fellow Brethren and we deeply regret his passing.

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CAMPBELL: Bruce Lester

Passing: 15th December 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 17th December 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Recently of Mangamahu.

Peacefully on Thursday 15th December 2022.

A loving husband, father, and grandfather.

In accordance with Bruce's wishes, a private cremation has been held.

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PARKINSON: William Gable (Bill)

Passing: 10th December 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 16th December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully at home on 10th December 2022, aged 83 years.

Dearly loved Husband of the late Pat.

Loved Dad of Corey and Kristy, Nikki and Mof.

Loved Pops of Talia, Will, Zali, and Quin.

A loved Brother, Brother in Law and Uncle to all his Whanau.

In accordance with Bill's wishes a private Family Funeral Service has been held.

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HAMMOND: (Herbert) David

Passing: 9th December 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 16th December 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully at home on Friday 9th December.

Loved Husband of the late Elizabeth and dearest partner and best friend of Jean.

Brother of late Matthew and brother-in law to Angela Hammond.

Loved Father of Jenny and Alastair (Ernie) Banfield, Neil and Del Hammond. Garney to Rachael, Andrew, Scott and Sophie, Kate and Ryan.

Great Garney to Murphy Hammond.

Cherished by Kirsten, Claus and Ashley.

Favourite Godfather of Alec Forman.

As per David's wishes, a private cremation has already been held.

A memorial service will be held early in the new year.


HAMMOND, David (Garnie).

Dearly loved and admired father and father in law of Neil and Del (Victoria Australia).

Adored and respected Garnie to Scott and Sophie (Amberley), Kate and Ryan (Victoria Australia), and special Great Garnie to Murphy.

Death will not part us or distance divide forever and always you will be by our side.

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KINGSTONE: Nora Philomena (Phil) (nee Mason)

Passing: 3rd December 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 14th December 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Rest In Peace.

After 5 years of ill health, our dear Mum and wife passed away peacefully on 3rd December 2022.

Loving and devoted wife of Dennis for 45 years.

Much loved mother and mother- in-law of Kieron and Marie, and Shannon and Jamie.

Loved daughter of the late Frank and Mae Mason (R.I.P) of Moybella, Lisselton, County Kerry, Ireland.

Loved sister of the late Tony and Mary (R.I.P).

Much loved Aunt and friend of the family in Ireland.

Loved daughter-in-law and sister-in-law of the Kingstone family.

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

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HENRY: Joseph

Passing: 9th December 2022
Funeral: 13th December 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 14th December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

02.09.1942 - 09.12. 2022. Aged 80yrs.

Passed away in the arms of his darling. Beloved husband of Aroha.

Adored and admired Father of Sharon, Tony, Clayton, Moko and Joline.

Treasured Koro to his beautiful mokopuna and loved Uncle to many nieces and nephews.

Service to be held Tuesday 13th December at 11.00am Whanganui.

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WATTS: Maria Patricia

Passing: 9th December 2022
Funeral: 14th December 2022 at 11:30 a.m.
Published: 14th December 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

On 9th December 2022, peacefully at home, aged 90 years.

Dearly loved Wife of the late Maitland.

Much loved Mum & Mother-in-law of Kerry & Ian, Yvonne & Paul, the late Nigel, Stuart & Sheila.

Adored Nana of her 8 Grandchildren & 3 Great Grandchildren.

Friends are invited to attend Requiem Mass for Maria to be Celebrated in the Holy Family Catholic Church, Tawhero Street, Whanganui on Wednesday 14th December 2022 at 11.30am, to be followed by Interment at the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

Rosary will be recited in the Church for Maria Tuesday afternoon at 4pm.

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FERGUSON: Robert Andrew (Rob)

Passing: 8th December 2022
Funeral: 15th December 2022 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 14th December 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

At home with his family on Thursday 8th December 2022, aged 73 years.

Cherished soul mate of Dawn.

Loving Dad of Michael, Joanne, Fiona, Beth, Megan, and their partners.

A proud Grandad of his 10 grandchildren.

Much loved son in law and a treasured friend.

With Rob’s love of the bush, please feel free to bring a sprig of greenery.

A service to celebrate Rob’s life will be held in Trinity Methodist Church, Wicksteed Street, Whanganui on Thursday 15th December 2022 at 1.30pm. and will be live streamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz  (channel 2).

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STANLEY: Robert Thomas (Bob)

Passing: 10th December 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 14th December 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away Saturday 10th December 2022, aged 74 years.

Dearly loved husband and friend of Margaret.

Cherished and adored father and father-in-law of Emma and Paul (England), Rebecca and Leon, Donna; and Kate (all of New Plymouth).

Step-dad of Kirsty and Trent (Pihama).

Pop to all his grandchildren.

Son-in-law of Berwyn Davies (Whakatane).

As per Bob’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

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