4 May 1926 – 17 May 2022
4 May 1926 – 17 May 2022
Darinka Anich, nee Alach (Doris, Dot)
Born 4 May 1926 Drašnice, Croatia
“Jaka Hrvatska Žena”
A strong, beautiful, hardworking Croatian woman peacefully passed away on 17 May, 2022, aged 96 years.
A mother eternally devoted to her children (and their partners) Ivan, Steven, Zeta, Sonja, Peter, Cushla and Venessa. A loving Baba to 12 grandchildren and Pra Baba to 7 great grandchildren.
Darinka was a well-loved, long time resident of Warkworth and with her late husband, Tony (Ante), owned the legendary Tony’s Restaurant and Fish ‘n Chips shop for over 30 years.
Our deepest heartfelt appreciation to the wonderful staff at Shoal Bay Villa Rest Home.
Počivaj U Miru
A celebration of Darinka’a life will be held at the Holy Name Catholic Church, cnr Alnwick and Percy Streets, Warkworth, on Monday 23 May at 11:00am.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the NZ Dementia Foundation would be greatly appreciated - see link below.
Funeral service held at Holy Name Catholic Church
My heart felt condolences to all the family. In Matakana , mid 70's as a kid, playing for Omaha Rugby team, traveling in Jim Sharp's old pig truck to our venues, we'd stop at Tony's for fish and chips after the game and pick up scraps for Jim's pigs. Tony and Mrs Anich were always friendly, generous and hospitable.. Great times in the best years post WWII. Precious memories. God Bless.
A very special lady & it was a privilege to no her. She was kind & gentle, yes loved people. I will never forget her kindness so great to help her in her home. Denise
Sincere condolences from the Bosnich Family. Doris was a long-time friend of our late mother Rose. We will remember Doris with much fondness.
Our heartfelt sympathies to all of the Anich family on this sad occasion. We have fond memories of Dot as a devoted mother to to all her children and grand children and great grand children. A sad loss also for her friends in Warkworth. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Dot was a wonderful mother and mother in law. We are sad to not to be able to be there to farewell her today. She was an amazing Baba to Luke and Alex, pra Baba to Leo and Adele Much love to you Dot Ivan and Henny
So many joyous childhood memories keep springing into my memory with you, Baba. They all make me smile! I wish I could be there to celebrate your life. You were always such a character, and I know the whole family will be telling endless stories of you for years to come.
I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. It is of some blessing that it was peaceful and that you were with her. My thoughts are with you and your family, and may the wonderful memories help you all through this sad and difficult time.
Sincere Sympathy. Fond memories of Doris who was a dear friend of the Paddison family.
Fond memories of childhood growing up in Swanson with the Alach family. Mary was Darinka's flower girl. (By phone call to Cushla Anich).
Your mouther had a wonderful and long life, and very respected by the Dalmatian community. (By phone call to Cushla Anich).
She was a wonderful woman that was never cross. She was very hard working. (Tribute by phone call to first cousin Cushla Anich)
Draga moja Cushla primi moju sućut povodom smrti tvoje majke i prenesi svojoj braći i sestrama.Iskreno suosjećam sa vama u ovom žalosnom trenutku.Rado ću se sjećati njenog snažnog duha i energičnosti,njene marljivosti i volje za životom.Eto sad je opet skupa sa barbom Antom u vječnosti. Pozdrav, Darija My dear Cushla, accept my condolences on the death of your mother and convey them to your brothers and sisters. I sincerely sympathize with you in this sad moment. I will gladly remember her strong spirit and energy, her diligence and will to live. Now she is with Barba again Antom in eternity. Regards, Darija
Funeral service held at Holy Name Catholic Church

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