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21 Nov 1945 – 22 Jan 2026, aged 80
BINDON, Ross Charles.Passed away peacefully at home on 22 January 2026, aged 80. Gracious, kind, humble, loving and resilient to the end. Devoted husband and soulmate of Yvonne. Loving and adored Dad


3 Nov 1946 – 19 Jan 2026, aged 79
FERGUS, Graeme Kellas Passed away peacefully after a short illness at Waikato Hospital on Monday, 19th January 2026, in his 80th year, with his soulmate by his side.Much loved and cherished husband of

6 Oct 1954 – 5 Jan 2026, aged 71

12 Aug 1950 – 24 Jan 2026, aged 75
BYRNE, Eileen May (late of Miramar) – Passed peacefully on Saturday 24th January 2026, at Millvale House, aged 75 years. Daughter of the late Harold & Betty Byrne. Sister of Beverley (deceased) and Li
Waddy Helen M M On 12th January 2026, Helen passed peacefully on her 96th year at Charles Upham Village.Beloved wife of the late Ian Waddy, loved mother and mother-in- law of David and Olivia, Michael
7 May 1943 – 24 Jan 2026, aged 82
ATKIN, Roy Martin (Pop). Beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. Passed away peacefully on Saturday afternoon, January 24, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Special thanks to th

5 Jan 1944 – 2 Jun 2025, aged 81
SLINN, Janice (Dorothy Janice) Of Feilding. On 2 June 2025, peacefully after a brief illness, age 81 years. Dearly loved wife of Reverend Stuart Slinn. Much loved sister and sister-in-law of Russ & J
20 Nov 1929 – 20 Jan 2026, aged 96
Former Director of the Southern Industrial Development Division of DSIR and Metallurgist DSIR Gracefield, Lower Hutt. Fellow of the Institute of Engineers. Representative on the Faculty of Engineering
22 May 1946 – 21 Jan 2026, aged 79
Mulcahy, Frances May – on 21 January 2026 died peacefully at Wellington Hospital, aged 79 years. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Andrew and Sharon. Special thanks to all those who have known

30 Jun 1964 – 22 Jan 2026, aged 61
Debbie Cundy passed away on Thursday 22nd of January at Aria Gardens surrounded by her family. A celebration of her life will be held at 10:30am on Monday 9th February at the North Harbour Chapel, Dil


21 May 1943 – 22 Jan 2026, aged 82
REWETI, Jacqueline Anne (Jacquie):Peacefully at Resthaven on Burns Street, Leamington, Cambridge on Thursday, 22 January 2026, aged 82 years.Cherished mother of David (deceased), Rhea (deceased), Bill

19 Oct 1939 – 22 Jan 2026, aged 86
Jan BOAG Peacefully at Algies Bay on January 22nd, 2026. Loved wife of the late Tony, mother of Jane Goss, Amanda Stuart, and Joanna Boag, mother-in-law of Mark, Brendan, and Hutch. Special Grandma o
10 Aug 1937 – 23 Jan 2026, aged 88
16 Aug 1960 – 21 Jan 2026, aged 65
AHERN, Maurice Christopher Gerard (Chris) of Tomarata. Passed peacefully surrounded by his family. Loved Husband of Anna. Cherished Father of Willa, Helio, Nlle, and Asher. Beloved Son of Anne and the

28 Sept 1933 – 15 Jan 2026, aged 92
Passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday 15th January 2026, aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Arthur. Much loved mum and mother-in-law of David and Robyn (Tasmania), Sylvia


8 Feb 1944 – 19 Jan 2026, aged 81
ZINK, Philippa Christine (née Hepburn) Philippa passed away on Monday 19 January 2026 at North Shore Hospital. She will be reunited with her late husband, Guy. Pip is survived by her children Alesha-R


29 Sept 1937 – 14 Jan 2026, aged 88
MONTOMERY, Angela Margaret (nee Whitehead): Peacefully at Jean Sandel Rest Home on Wednesday, 14 January 2026, aged 88. Dearly loved wife of the late John. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Rober

30 Mar 1934 – 21 Jan 2026, aged 91
COMMERER, Trixie Priscilla Very peacefully slipped away at Radius Windsor Court on Wednesday, 21st January 2026, aged 91 years. Loving wife of the late Terry. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Pe


29 Nov 1964 – 10 Jan 2026, aged 61
DANIELA-RANFORD, Lindsay James Passed away at Waikato Hospice, aged 61 years. Loved partner of Ura. Loving father and father-in-law of Jesse-Lee & Apera, and the late Karl. Much loved Koko to Kaya and

14 Mar 1965 – 15 Jan 2026, aged 60
Surrounded by her loving family, Michelle passed peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, on Thursday, January 15, 2026 aged 60 years. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Braedyn and Anita; loved and a

25 Jun 1975 – 17 Jan 2026, aged 50
AMISS, Matthew Oliver (Matt) Sadly passed away on 17 January 2026, aged 50 years at Pilot Bay Mount Maunganui. Loved husband to Kate, father to Lachlan and Taylor, son of Trevor and Elizabeth, brothe


17 Jan 1927 – 19 Jan 2026, aged 99
BRERETON, Rae Jessie Dillion Peacefully and sadly passed away on 19 January 2026 aged 99 years young. Wife of the late Robbie. Mother to Chris (deceased) and Susan, Ross and Linda, Ann and Mark, Bruc

4 Jul 1933 – 19 Jan 2026, aged 92
HARTLEY, Barry Alexander QSM: Barry Alexander Hartley, of New Plymouth, passed away peacefully at Summerset Mountain View on 19 January 2026. Barry was the much-loved husband of Patricia Hartley (who

29 Jul 1934 – 14 Jan 2026, aged 91
YOUNG, Kevin. Passed peacefully on the 14th January 2026, aged 91 years. Loved husband of the late Eleanor. Loved father of Mervyn and Debbie, Sharon and Craig, Heather and David. Cherished Poppa to a
8 Oct 1932 – 15 Jan 2026, aged 93
Mabbett, Barbara Rae (née Lee). Died peacefully on 15 January 2026, aged 93, at Summerset Falls Care Facility, Warkworth. Dearly loved wife of the late Bill. Much loved mother of Catherine (Matthews

24 Apr 1942 – 16 Jan 2026, aged 83
SMITH, Glenda Ann. It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Glenda Ann Smith on Friday 16th January 2026. Adored wife of the late Neville. Much loved mother of Cheryl, Janine, Gail


15 Nov 1930 – 14 Jan 2026, aged 95
Peacefully at Maida Vale Rest Home. Dearly Beloved wife of the late Bryan. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Christine and Ivan, Geordie and Catherine, Bruce and Dianne, and Fiona. Loved Grandmoth

10 Nov 1937 – 18 Jan 2026, aged 88
McClean, Ronald John (John) - Passed peacefully away on Sunday, 18 January, 2026, aged 88. Dearly loved wife of the late Enid. Dearly loved Dad of the late Tina, and Alister, Sally and Laurence, Shirl

13 May 1933 – 14 Jan 2026, aged 92
PATTERSON, Peggy Eleanor Of Palmerston North. On 14 January 2026, aged 92 years. Loved by all her family & friends. A celebration of Peggy’s life will be held at William Cotton & Sons Reception Lounge

18 Dec 1938 – 16 Jan 2026, aged 87
SVENDSEN, Joan Edna Passed away on 16 January 2026, aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of Bernie for 63 years. Loved mother of Colin & Helen, Janet & Neville, Andrew, Scott & Esther. Much loved Nana to

20 Oct 1938 – 15 Jan 2026, aged 87
TUNNICLIFFE, William (Bill) George. Bill left us peacefully after a long illness on 15th January 2026, aged 87 years. Bill was an architect and architecture was his passion and life long interest. De


11 Jul 1978 – 31 Dec 2025, aged 47
Van de Geest David Philip (Dave)On December 31st 2025, passed away tragically, aged 47 years.Best friend and loved husband of Fran,Worlds best Dad to Dylan, and Micah.Dearly loved son of Klaas and Hen

9 Sept 2000 – 10 Jan 2026, aged 25
TIOTIA Teananga. Suddenly passed away while enjoying a swim on Saturday, 10th January 2026. Aged 25 Years. Dearly loved son of Kabua & Buakaia. Loved brother to Konorio, Tebaana, Miriana and Tematuao.


2 Nov 1935 – 16 Jan 2026, aged 90
BLAIR, Mary NgairePassed away on Friday 16 January 2026, aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late David. Much loved sister of Garry Harris Lincoln Freeman and sister-in-law Alice Ellen Freeman.

20 Jul 1969 – 1 Jan 2026, aged 56
BEST, Naomi (Nomes) Beryl (née Freeman) (late of Wellington) – Died on 1st January 2026, at home, aged 56 years. Dearly loved partner of Stewart (Stuie). Loving mother of Joedy and Matt. Ex-wife of St

27 Jul 1941 – 10 Jan 2026, aged 84
Bell, Shirley Denise Ella Passed away at North Shore Hospital after a short illness. Wife of the late Gordan, Dearly Loved mother and grandmother to Scott and his family. Forever loved and In our hear


30 May 1987 – 12 Jan 2026, aged 38
JEFFERY, Megan Lee We are deeply saddened to share the deep loss of Megan Lee Jeffery, who passed away suddenly at home in Wainui, January 12th 2026, after some medical complications. Much loved part


1 Jan 1946 – 11 Jan 2026, aged 80
HOY, Denise Passed away peacefully at her home in Hobsonville, surrounded by family. In accordance with the families wishes a private cremation will be held.

6 Oct 1954 – 5 Jan 2026, aged 71
MIERS, Peter Frederick Passed away at Waikato Hospital on Monday, 5th January 2026, aged 71 years.Father, father-in-law and grandfather to Julie & Stephen, and family.A private cremation for Peter has

29 Jan 1944 – 12 Jan 2026, aged 81
BROWNE, Helenia (Helen) Frances nee Schollum, born 29th January 1944, passed away peacefully aged 81 years. Dearly loved wife of Ted Browne. Loved mother of Jackie & Shane, Leanne, Terry & Paulette an
8 Mar 1967 – 13 Jan 2026, aged 58
Passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, aged 58 years. Much cherished mother of Liam and Mitchell. Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Rex, Donna and Tim. Loved aunt and great-aunt to her ni


4 Jul 1940 – 12 Jan 2026, aged 85
Thomas, Leslie (Les) Victor: Peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital on Monday, 12 January 2026, aged 85. Dearly loved husband of the late Eileen. Cherished father and father-in-law of Graeme & Lyuba, Pa


4 Jul 1937 – 9 Jan 2026, aged 88
DOCKERY, Queenie Teresa (nee Kiwi). Passed away on January 9th, 2026, in her 88th year. Dearly loved mother of Phillip, Rozena, Craig, Teresa, Darryal, and Amanda. Beloved Oma to her tribe of grandch


23 Jun 1946 – 8 Jan 2026, aged 79
LONG, Rachel Rēitu (née Murray). Passed away peacefully on 8 January 2026 surrounded by family. Loved wife of Trevor, Loving Mum of Brendon and Spencer, Loved sister to Audrey, Cathy, Marissa, Tira, W

In Loving Memory It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Eric Jones, who died peacefully on Tuesday 17 December. Beloved husband of Dorothy, father to Anne and Neil, and grandfather t

27 Jan 1968 – 11 Jan 2026, aged 57
A funeral service to celebrate the life of Cristina will be held at 1pm on Wednesday the 14th of January 2026 at the Hillcrest Crematorium, Ohope Road, Whakatane. The livestream will display 10 minut
26 Dec 1937 – 22 Dec 2025, aged 87
LAWSON JONES, Dr. Bernard It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Bernard peacefully at Arohanui Hospice, Palmerston North on 22 December 2025. Much loved husband and best friend of Rona a

7 Mar 1935 – 9 Jan 2026, aged 90
WOODRUFFE, Lawrence Frederick Passed away peacefully on 9th January 2026, aged 90.84 years. Dearly loved husband of Joan. Loved father of Judith, Shirley (dec), and Pamela. Grandfather to Meredith, Br
1 Jun 1981 – 25 Dec 2025, aged 44
WALKER, Emma Louise (Chambers). Of Karamea. Passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025. Aged 44 Years. Adored mother of Otis, Elias, Elenore, Wren, and Eostre, beloved daughter of Janet and the late M

25 Jun 1945 – 5 Jan 2026, aged 80
PRYOR, Bryan Trevor:Passed away suddenly on Monday, 5th January 2026 Aged 80 Years. Beloved father to Christopher, Felicity and Victoria. Cherished “Popp's” to Finley, Molly, Patrick, Lola, Annabelle

1 Nov 1950 – 7 Jan 2026, aged 75
RODGERS, Victoria Anne (née Atkinson)Passed away peacefully, after a short illness, at Woburn Home on Wednesday 7th January 2026 at 9.20am, aged 75 years. Mother of Michael, Stacey and Jane.Step-moth

8 Jan 1945 – 5 Jan 2026, aged 80
HUGHES, Graeme Rodney On 5th January 2026, three days short of his 81st Birthday, Graeme passed away peacefully nearly 15 years after suffering a debilitating stroke. Much loved and cherished husband

4 Dec 1942 – 6 Jan 2026, aged 83
RISSMAN, MaureenPassed away peacefully at North Shore Hospital on 6 January 2026, age 83. Cherished by her husband Neville, and mother to Maree, Craig and Katrina.Will be sadly missed by all the fami


28 Apr 1952 – 5 Jan 2026, aged 73
ELLIS, Kerry JohnReg. No: L19399 – Royal New Zealand Navy. Chief Petty Officer (Master at Arms)Passed away peacefully at home after a long illness. Devoted and loving husband to Pat for 53 years. Much


14 May 1946 – 18 Dec 2025, aged 79
BEVAN SMITH, Robert Woodhouse (Bob) – peacefully at home on 18th December 2025, aged 79 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Linda for over 42 years, and father of Kate and David.Brother of Dick (B
6 May 1944 – 4 Jan 2026, aged 81
KILGOUR, Sandra Joy (nee Morgan): Peacefully at Summerset Rest Home on Sunday, 4 January 2026, aged 81. A private cremation has been held.


23 Mar 1961 – 3 Jan 2026, aged 64
MOSSMAN, Shona Josie Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at Beattie Home & Hospital on Saturday, 3 January 2026, aged 64 years.A very bright and colourful soul, Shona will be deep


19 Dec 1931 – 4 Jan 2026, aged 94
SUNDGREN, Charles Robert Passed away peacefully at Maygrove Village, aged 94 years. A faithful servant of the Lord. Beloved husband of Ruth and the late Shirley. Loved dad of David, Grant, Neil, Bron
28 Jul 1949 – 2 Jan 2026, aged 76
SINCLAIR, Ronald John. 28/07/1949 - 02/01/2026. Passed away peacefully at the O'Conor Home, Westport. Most dearly loved father and father in law of Lucy and Phil, and Graeme and Katie, loved Grandad o

28 Sept 1946 – 4 Jan 2026, aged 79
AGATE, Loraine (Tiny) Rita (nee Proffit): Peacefully at Brooklands Rest Home on Sunday, 4 January 2026, aged 79. Dearly loved wife of the late Terry. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Marie (Dec


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