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Raymond Victor Gyde
24 Mar 1925 – 20 Jun 2019, aged 94
GYDE Raymond Victor (Ray) Peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital on Thursday 20 June 2019, aged 94. Dearly loved husband of the late Lyn, father and father-in-law of Colin, Rodney and Pam, Donald and
Reece Stephen Ball
16 Feb 1984 – 16 Jun 2019, aged 35
BALL, Reece Stephen (Pumba): Suddenly on, Sunday 16 June in his 35th year. Soul mate, best friend and husband of Regina. Awesome and happy dad of Ziella, and Samia. Loved son of Bruce and Trish. Dear
Patrick Graeme (Pat) Poletti
2 Feb 1962 – 10 Jun 2019, aged 57
POLETTI Patrick Graeme (Pat) Peacefully after an incredible journey Pat died at Te Rangimarie Hospice on Monday 10 June 2019 with his family by his side. Aged 57. Most dearly loved husband and best
Anthony Russell (Tony) Watts
26 May 1937 – 13 Jun 2019, aged 82
WATTS, Anthony Russell (Tony) After a courageous journey with cancer Tony passed peacefully at Te Rangimarie Hospice on Thursday, 13 June 2019 aged 82 years. Beloved husband, lifelong partner and com
Francis William Moses
5 Nov 1943 – 4 Jun 2019, aged 75
MOSES, Francis William Peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, 4 June 2019 in his 76th year. Dearly loved Husband of Loretta. Cherished father and father-in-law of Tracy & Wayne Plaat
Virginia May (GINI) Handley
26 Nov 1948 – 1 Jun 2019, aged 70
HANDLEY, Virginia (Gini) Our beautiful Gini fought breast cancer with courage and great dignity for nearly 10 years but finally found peace on June 1st surrounded by her family. She threw everything
Kelly Maree Cotter-Childs
15 Nov 1984 – 30 May 2019, aged 34
COTTER-CHILDS Kelly Maree: Peacefully at home with her family on Thursday 30 May 2019, aged 34. Cherished wife of Simon. Beloved daughter of Maree and Wayne Broadmore, and Murray and Lyndal. Aweso
Greg Mitchell
24 Oct 1961 – 29 May 2019, aged 57
MITCHELL Greg unexpectedly at home on Wednesday 29 May 2019, aged 57 years. Beloved soulmate of Debbie. Loved and proud Dad of Lance, and Martin. Father-in-law to Lisa, and Alicia. Doting Poppa Greg o
Diane Florence Craig
23 Mar 1954 – 30 May 2019, aged 65
CRAIG Diane Florence (L85248 RNZAF) Peacefully at home with her family on Thursday 30 May 2019, aged 65. Loving Mum of Jared (deceased), Melissa and Phil Guilford, and Campbell and Sarah. Adored Na
Jean Lloyd Cameron
29 Aug 1918 – 24 May 2019, aged 100
CAMERON, Jean Lloyd: Suddenly but peacefully on Friday, 24 May 2019 aged 100. Dearly loved wife of the late Ian for 66 years. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Beth & Roger Dunn, Ann & Chris Sorensen
Trevor Gordon Pearson
24 Jun 1958 – 20 May 2019, aged 60
PEARSON, Trevor Gordon After a courageous journey with cancer Trev passed away at home surrounded by family on Monday, 20 May aged 60 years. Loved life partner of Monika. Loving father of Erin, and H
Beverley Pitt (Bev)
30 Mar 1932 – 20 May 2019, aged 87
PITT Beverley (Bev, nee Forbes): Peacefully at Maryann Rest Home, Stratford on Monday 20 May 2019, aged 87. Dearly loved wife of Harold (deceased). Loved and respected Mum of Gaylene and Barry Whit
John Daniel Magee
30 May 1936 – 19 May 2019, aged 82
MAGEE John Daniel peacefully at Summerset Rest Home on Sunday 19 May 2019, one week shy of his 83rd birthday. Beloved husband of Faye. Much loved father and father-in-law of Christine & Pete, Steven,
Lawrence Gordon Snell
19 Dec 1960 – 8 May 2019, aged 58
SNELL, Lawrence Gordon Suddenly on Wednesday, 8 February 2019 aged 59 years. Dearly loved youngest son of the late Gordon & Phyllis. Loved brother of Roger, Ken, Marcia and Mark. Cherished uncle of h
Patricia Grace Jenkins
13 Sept 1921 – 10 May 2019, aged 97
10 May 2019, in her 98th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Harold Allen Jenkins. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul & Tiffany (Christchurch), Steve & Joan (Sunshine Coast QLD), Chris & Pris
Samuel Raymond Drought (Sam)
8 Jan 1929 – 8 May 2019, aged 90
DROUGHT Samuel Raymond (Sam) Unexpectedly but peacefully, Sam left us to join his beloved wife Noeline on Wednesday 8 May 2019, aged 90. Loved and respected Dad of Lynette and Brian Collins, Michael
Stanley Manoau Shing Wong (Stan)
23 Jun 1938 – 28 Apr 2019, aged 80
WONG Stanley Manoau Shing (Stan): Peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital on Sunday 28 April 2019, aged 80. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Janet. Adored and respected Dad of Michael, Paul, Lo
Lorna Fay (Fay) Collins
3 Sept 1934 – 21 Apr 2019, aged 84
COLLINS Lorna Fay (Fay, nee Whitmore) Peacefully in New Plymouth on Sunday 21 April 2019, aged 84. Dearly loved wife of Daniel (deceased) Loved Mum of Lynda and Ian (Roly), and Bill and Sarah. Ado
Annie Theresa McBride
24 Nov 1928 – 22 Apr 2019, aged 90
MCBRIDE Annie Theresa. Passed away peacefully at Brydon Court Lifecare on Monday 22 April 2019, aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Frank. Much loved and inspirational Mum of Frances & Ian
Graeme Ross Small
15 Feb 1957 – 21 Apr 2019, aged 62
SMALL Graeme Ross (Smallie) Peacefully at Te Rangimarie Hospice on Sunday 21 April 2019, aged 62. Treasured husband of Pam. Loved and respected Dad of Layne, and Shay and Anna. Doting Grandad of J
Mark David Eichstaedt
13 Feb 1950 – 19 Apr 2019, aged 69
EICHSTAEDT Mark David Peacefully at home in New Plymouth on Friday 19 April 2019, aged 69. Dearly loved son of Bill and Mollie (both deceased). Loved husband of Trish (deceased). Cherished brother
Doreen Margery Richards
18 Aug 1934 – 19 Apr 2019, aged 84
RICHARDS Doreen Margery (nee Hale) Peacefully at Te Rangimarie Hospice, New Plymouth surrounded by her family on Friday 19 April 2019, aged 84. Dearly loved wife and best friend of Murray for 64 yea
Dermot Joseph Lawn (Herb)
28 Feb 1948 – 17 Apr 2019, aged 71
LAWN Dermot Joseph (Herb) At home surrounded by his family following a determined and dignified fight, aged 71 years young. Dearly loved and loving husband of Kath. Proud and devoted Dad of Joe and
Vivienne Ancell
8 Sept 1927 – 9 Apr 2019, aged 91
ANCELL Vivienne (Viv) Peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday 9 April 2019 at Maida Vale Rest Home. Dearly loved wife of the late Bruce. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Alan and Delphine (Toko), Maree
Brian Colin Davison
16 Apr 1956 – 10 Apr 2019, aged 62
DAVISON Brian Colin (Biff): Peacefully in New Plymouth on Wednesday 10 April 2019, aged 62. Soul mate of Carol. Awesomest Dad of Hayden and Susan, and Callum and Cassie; Belinda and Brad, and Max.
Simon John Bocarro
27 Nov 1962 – 8 Apr 2019, aged 56
BOCARRO Simon John: After a courageous battle at Te Rangimarie Hospice on Monday 8 April 2019 in his 57th year. Adored dad of Michaela, and Jessica. Doting Grandad of Parker. Messages to the Boc
Rodney Macfarlane
3 Aug 1952 – 8 Apr 2019, aged 66
MACFARLANE Rodney After a dignified journey Rodney passed away at home in the loving arms of Bronwyn and with his family by his side on Monday 8 April 2019. Adored Rodney of Lucy and Callum, Sam, a
Nanette Gowans Cooke
28 Feb 1941 – 5 Apr 2019, aged 78
COOKE Nanette Gowans Peacefully at home with her family on Friday 5 April 2019, aged 78. Dearly loved wife of Paul for 56 years. Cherished Mum of Katrina and Brian Aitchison, Megan (deceased), and
Gwenneth Aleen Salisbury
11 Sept 1938 – 23 Mar 2019, aged 80
SALISBURY, Gwenneth Aleen (Gwen) (nee Davies): Due to tragic circumstances Gwen suddenly passed on Saturday, 23 March 2019 aged 80. Dearly loved and cherished wife of Eric. Beloved and devoted mother
Jennifer Ann (Jenny) Ellis
3 Aug 1949 – 19 Mar 2019, aged 69
ELLIS Jennifer Ann (Jenny) (nee George) (M.N.Z.M) peacefully at Tainui rest home on Tuesday 19 March 2019 with her family by her side, aged 69 years. Loved daughter of Mollie & the late Rex George. Mu
Gary Leyton Cave
26 Feb 1951 – 15 Mar 2019, aged 68
CAVE Gary Leyton Suddenly at home on Friday 15 March 2019, aged 68. Adored husband and life partner of Stephanie. Loved Dad of Haidee, Brad and Tami, Jessica and Daniel, Adam and Jo, Chelsea and Re
Cecily Mary White-Robinson
WHITE-ROBINSON, Cecily Mary Peacefully on Friday 15th of March 2019 surrounded by loved ones through this final journey, aged 62. Loved daughter of the late Nancy and Martin. Special little sister
Troy James Fowell
18 Sept 1999 – 16 Mar 2019, aged 19
FOWELL, Troy James Suddenly at his home in New Plymouth on Saturday 16 March 2019, aged 19. Dearly loved son of Kauri and Trudy. Loved brother of Gene, Jessie, Caleb, and Anika. Cherished grandson o
Ngaio Elizabeth Hopkins
19 Nov 1938 – 12 Mar 2019, aged 80
HOPKINS, Ngaio Elizabeth (nee Cowan) Peacefully at Summerset Mountain View on Tuesday, 12 March in her 81st year. Dearly loved wife of the late Brian. Cherished mother and mother in law of Paul & Gay
Bruce Frederick England
8 Feb 1950 – 12 Mar 2019, aged 69
ENGLAND Bruce Frederick Passed away peacefully at Te Rangimarie hospice with his girls, family and best mate by his side on the 12th March, aged 69 years. Dearly loved dad and father-in-law of Tasha
Joy Okey
19 Feb 1924 – 3 Mar 2019, aged 95
OKEY Joyce May (Joy) peacefully at home on Sunday 3 March 2019, aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Ross. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Raewyn & Trevor Philips, Ron (deceased) & Sue & Grae
Judith Ann Shaw (Judy)
7 Oct 1939 – 27 Feb 2019, aged 79
SHAW Judith Ann (Judy) Unexpected at Tainui Rest Home on Wednesday 27 February 2019. Dearly loved wife of the late Don (Buddy). Loving and respected Mum and mother-in-law of Dianna and Lawrence Fen
Roger James Slattery
18 May 1938 – 21 Feb 2019, aged 80
SLATTERY, Roger James Peacefully at Tainui Village, New Plymouth on Thursday 21 February 2019, aged 80. Loved son of Arthur and Cath (both deceased). Loved and respected Dad of Mark (Florida, USA).
Lynette Eileen Bicknell
3 Feb 1959 – 16 Feb 2019, aged 60
Bicknell, Lynette Eileen: Suddenly but peacefully, on 16 February 2019. Loved mother of Jeremiah Byers, and Jesiree. Nana Nett of Levi. Dearly loved daughter of Doris Kelly and the late Bill. Lynett
Valerie Joy Kendall
1 Dec 1933 – 18 Feb 2019, aged 85
KENDALL Valerie Joy (Joy) peacefully at Riverside Rest Home on Monday 18 February 2019, aged 85 years. Loved daughter of Roy and Adaline (both deceased). Loved sister and sister-in-law of the late Tom
Ronald Desmond Tooke
5 Jan 1934 – 8 Feb 2019, aged 85
Tooke Roland Desmond (Des) as a result of an accident on Friday 8 February 2019 aged 85. Dearly loved husband of Beryl. Loved father and father-in-law of Marlene and Lawrie, Karen and Mark, respecte
George Michael Kennedy 'Mike'
1 Jan 1951 – 10 Feb 2019, aged 68
KENNEDY Mike (George Michael) peacefully at home surrounded by his girls on Sunday 10 February 2019, aged 68 years. Dearly loved husband of Joy. Loving father and father-in-law of Cindy & Richard, Pam
Rodger Daniel Ford
27 Jul 1942 – 9 Feb 2019, aged 76
FORD, Rodger Daniel Suddenly, at home on 9 February 2019, aged 76. Dearly loved husband of Francie (deceased). Loved stepfather of Craig & Colleen (Australia), Tania & Tony (Hamilton), and Andrew &
Leo Sydney Hickey
28 Apr 1937 – 30 Jan 2019, aged 81
HICKEY Leo Sydney passed away peacefully at Jean Sandel Rest Home on Wednesday 30 January, with his family by his side, aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband of Ann for 58 years. Loved father and fat
Gwen Christian Reid
25 Feb 1928 – 31 Jan 2019, aged 90
REID Gwen Christian Slipped away peacefully with her three sons by her side at Maida Vale Retirement Home, New Plymouth on Thursday 31 January 2019, in her 91st year. Dearly loved wife of Jim (decea
Megan Sian Washington
12 Apr 1990 – 24 Jan 2019, aged 28
WASHINGTON, Megan Sian Peacefully, at home on Thursday 24 January 2019, aged 28 years. A long courageous battle, well fought until the end. Awesome daughter of Richard and Deborah. Much loved sist
Willis Dawn James
10 Jan 1946 – 23 Jan 2019, aged 73
JAMES Willis Dawn (nee Ratahi) on 23 January 2019, surrounded by her loving family, aged 72 years. Loving wife of the late Johnny. Beloved Mum of Dean & Kirsty, the late Sonya, and Lee. Much loved Nan
Margaret Rasmussen
30 Mar 1933 – 17 Jan 2019, aged 85
Rasmussen Margaret (formerly Kretschmar) Peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital on Thursday 17 January 2019, aged 85 years, Dearly loved wife and best friend of Karl, precious and much-loved Mum and m
Lynda Frances Crofskey
25 Sept 1952 – 17 Jan 2019, aged 66
CROFSKEY, Lynda Frances: Peacefully at Te Rangimarie Hospice surrounded by her family on 17 January 2019 aged 66. Dearly loved wife of Michael. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Kirstyn & Josh Hodd
Kathleen Mary Lawrence
8 Dec 1937 – 10 Jan 2019, aged 81
LAWRENCE Kathleen Mary (nee Marriner) Peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital on Monday 10 January 2019, aged 81 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ian. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Dawn &
Kevin Burke Young
26 Jul 1957 – 8 Jan 2019, aged 61
YOUNG, Kevin Burke: Suddenly at home on 8th January 2019 aged 61. Dearly loved husband of Adrienne. Cherished father and father-in-law of Jason & Kelly, Tony (deceased), and Kieran & Angeleigh. Loved
Brian Stephens
12 Dec 1931 – 5 Jan 2019, aged 87
STEPHENS Brian (Service Number 593176, 5th Intake CMT 1952, GNR, 22BTY RNZ Artillery) Peacefully at Molly Ryan on Saturday 5 January 2019, aged 87 years, Beloved husband of the late Rae Treasure Steph
Beverley Ann Frank (Bev)
16 Aug 1937 – 2 Jan 2019, aged 81
FRANK Beverley Ann Peacefully at home without complaint after a dignified battle on Wednesday 2 January 2019 aged 81. Dearly loved wife of Bruce (deceased). Adored and respected Mum of Paul and Dia
Ross Leslie Allen QSO
4 Nov 1928 – 1 Jan 2019, aged 90
ALLEN Ross Leslie, QSO Peacefully at Riverside Rest Home on Tuesday, 1 January 2019 aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend to Evelyn for 69 years. Much loved Dad of Warren & Helen, Peter
Christeen Faye Lovegrove
5 Dec 1952 – 30 Dec 2018, aged 66
LOVEGROVE Christeen Faye: Peacefully at home with her family on Sunday 30 December 2018, aged 66. Cherished wife and best friend of John. Dearly loved Mum of Thea and Shaun van Beers and Janelle an
June Mollie Oliver
26 Mar 1937 – 26 Dec 2018, aged 81
Oliver, June Mollie (nee Wrigley): It is with immense sadness we say goodbye to a devoted and loving wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, daughter, sister and friend. June p
Kenneth John Butler (Ken)
5 May 1924 – 23 Dec 2018, aged 94
BUTLER Kenneth John (Ken) Peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital on Sunday 23 December 2018, aged 94. Dearly loved wife of Shirley for 69 1/2 years. Loved and respected Dad of Tom and Anne, Neil (dec
Ruth Ann Johnson
7 Jul 1937 – 24 Dec 2018, aged 81
JOHNSON Ruth Ann (nee Hollard): Peacefully at Summerset Mountain View on Monday 24 December 2018, aged 81. Dearly loved wife of Douglas (deceased). Loved Mum of Malcolm and Sharon, Mark and Dianne,
Ned Gregory Radich
4 Mar 1925 – 24 Dec 2018, aged 93
RADICH Nediljko Gregory (Ned) Peacefully at Elizabeth R Rest Home, Stratford on Monday 24 December 2018, aged 93. Loving and loved husband and prayer partner of Joan for 64 years. Treasured father a
Doreen Florence Muller
17 Jun 1923 – 12 Dec 2018, aged 95
MULLER Doreen Florence peacefully at Elizabeth R Hospital on Wednesday 12 December 2018 at the great age of 95. Beloved wife of the late Joe. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Bill & Margaret (In
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