Whanganui Funeral Notices

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HOEFLICH: Augustus (Gus) Nichol

Passing: 13th November 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 19th November 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

15.11.1929 - 13.11.2022.

On Sunday 13th November 2022, Gus slipped away peacefully in his sleep.

Loved husband of Lavinia (deceased).

Treasured father and father-in-law of Cara and Rob, Elaine and Paul, and Malcolm.

Papa to Clint and Kim, Wade, Kirsten and Chris, and Sam and Great Grandfather of Alexander, Billie, and Duncan.

Much loved brother of Anna and Sue. Special Uncle to all his nieces and nephews.

A special thank you to the staff of Broadview Life Care.

At Dad’s request a private service has been held.

To all who have given their support, please accept this as our personal thanks.

Messages can be sent to Mrs C. Monteba, c/- Cleveland Funeral Home, PO Box 7102, Whanganui 4500.

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DOBLE: Diane Florence (nee Butchart)

Passing: 16th November 2022
Funeral: 23rd November 2022 at 1:00 p.m.
Published: 18th November 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Diane, passed peacefully at home with her family on Wednesday 16th November.

Dearly loved wife, mother, grandmother, matriarch, mentor, friend and animal lover.

Diane, was always independent, stoic, dignified and that was certainly true over the past few weeks.

Di will be eternally missed by those who loved her the most Jamie, Alex, Lorri, JJ, Madeleine, Phoebe, TK.

A celebration of Diane’s life will be held in the Cleveland Chapel, 179 Ingestre Street, on Wednesday 23rd November 2022, at 1.00pm and will be livestreamed on www.clevelandfunerals.co.nz.

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MacKAY: William (Bill)

Passing: 17th November 2022
Funeral: 23rd November 2022 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 18th November 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

On 17th November 2022, peacefully at Kowhainui Rest Home, in his 100th year.

Dearly loved Husband of Jean.

Much loved Father and Father-in-Law of Sheena, John and Raewyn, and David and Maree.

A loved Grandad of Rachel and Ash, Steve and Claire, Kelz and Hayden; Laura and Jan, Ryan, Hamish; Jessie, Megan and Tom.

Loved Great Grandad of Lexie, Isaac; Jack, and Charlie.

Very special thanks to the staff at Kowhainui for their loving care of Bill.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Bill’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Wednesday 23rd November 2022 at 1.30pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

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WAKEFIELD: John Henry Charles (Jack)

Passing: 11th November 2022
Funeral: 18th November 2022 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 15th November 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

F/O 40929 75 Squadron RAF, 75 (NZ) Squadron RNZAF.

On Friday 11th November 2022, peacefully at Whanganui Hospital, aged 101 years.

Dearly loved Husband of the late Joan.

Much loved and treasured Dad to Beryl Fishlock (Wanganui), Judy Werner (Australia), Peter Wakefield (Australia). Loved only Brother of Shirley, Dawne, the late Thelma, and Betty.

Loved and respected by all of his Nieces and Nephews, Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and Great Great Grandchildren and Friend to many.

Friend’s are invited to attend a celebration of Jack’s long life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Wanganui on Friday 18th November 2022 at 1.30pm, to be followed by a private cremation.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Stroke Whanganui would be greatly appreciated and can be left in the Chapel foyer.

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HUIJS: Joseph Pieter Jan

Passing: 13th November 2022
Funeral: 17th November 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 15th November 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully with Francisca by his side on 13th November 2022, aged 94 years.

Cherished Husband of Francisca for 70 years.

Much loved Dad of Willy and Sue, Theo and Tina, Garry and Alison, Peter and Barbara, and Johnny and Linda.

Proud and respected Opa to all his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.

No flowers by request please.

Friends are invited to a celebration of Pieter’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui at 11.00am on Thursday 17th November 2022, to be followed by interment in the Aramoho Lawn Cemetery.

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HARVEY: Ailsa Ellen (Nell) (formerly of Wainuiomata and Otaki)

Passing: 8th November 2022
Funeral: 18th November 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 15th November 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

Peacefully on 8th November 2022, at home in Whanganui.

Much loved Wife of the late Phil for 53 years.

Loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Helen (New Plymouth), and Ross and Kirsty (Whanganui).

Beloved Granny of Nathan and Leanne, Brett, Courtney and Katy, and Great Granny of Jax and Zara.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Nell’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Friday 18th November 2022 at 11.00am, to be followed by interment at the Otaki Cemetery, Otaki.

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PENE: Te Rawhiti Wi (Boyd)

Passing: 13th November 2022
Funeral: 17th November 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Published: 15th November 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

On 13th November 2022, peacefully at home surrounded by all his loving whanau.

Darling husband of Pat (Bux).

Much loved Dad, Koko, Koro Koro, brother, uncle and friend to many.

Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Boyd’s life in the War Memorial Hall, Watt Street, Whanganui on Thursday 17th November 2022 at 11.00am, to be followed by a private cremation.

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

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HASKELL: Jeffrey Alan

Passing: 13th November 2022
Funeral: 18th November 2022 at 10:30 a.m.
Published: 15th November 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Peacefully passed away after a short illness, on Sunday 13th November at his home in Wanganui.
He is survived by his loving partner Claire and loved by his Children, Grandchildren, family and close friends.

In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Whanganui would be appreciated.
A service for Jeffrey will be held in the Cleveland Chapel 179 Ingestre Street, Wanganui on Friday 18th November 2022 at 10:30am.

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DOUCHE: Patricia

Passing: 9th November 2022
Funeral: 15th November 2022 at 1:30 p.m.
Published: 15th November 2022

Dempsey & Forrest

A long illness, has come to an end.

Her time to Rest, our time to bid her farewell.

A Mum, Mum-in-Law, Nanny & Nona.

Mum to Robert & Sheena Douche (Perth).

Dearly loved, devoted Nanny to Trish Chapman (Taupo).

Loving Nona to the Chapman children; Peter Andrew, Kendra & Robert.

Remembered by Malkim Chapman & family.

She will be so sadly mourned today, lovingly remembered by her family near & far.

Memories of her, within the folds of the Family, we have for keeps.

To Will, Jaimi, Arja & Charli Newton-Hill; The Lighthouse that has guided us from afar.

For what you have done and continue to do today, from the extended families who couldn’t be here, we are.

Thank you

Sheena & Bob xxx

DOUGHTY: Rae

Passing: 5th November 2022
Funeral: Private Service Held
Published: 14th November 2022

Cleveland Funeral Home

Passed away peacefully on Saturday 5th November 2022.

Loved wife of Brian.

Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Vicki and Andrew, Andrew and Steph, Jo, Megan, Rachel, and Paul.
Loved step-mum of Jason and Brenda, Hayden and Hazel, and Amanda and Steve.

A loved grandmother and great-grandmother.

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

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