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Karen Joan Croft
1956 - 2024Passed away at home on Monday November 25, 2024. Aged 68 years. Dearly loved mother of Owen and Erica, nana of Sam and Liam, sister and sister-in-law of Kevin (deceased) and Kerry Ellis, daughter of Arthur and Valerie (both deceased). A loved mum, sister, nana, daughter, aunty, and friend of many. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Life Flight would be app... -
Gerard van Antwerpen
1965 - 2024Nieuwdorp 24 August 1965 – Blenheim 19 November 2024. “In this race, only one place counted, winning. That hasn’t worked out”. It is with great sadness we inform you that beloved partner to Jolande, father of Dagmar and Niels, son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend, has been taken from our lives. Correspondence to 137 Vickerman Street, Gr...
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Betty Lola Forman (née Hix)
1927 - 2024Passed away peacefully on Friday October 4, 2024 at Springlands Lifestyle Village. Aged 97 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Gerald, treasured mother and mother-in-law of Sue and the late Bill (Blenheim), Margaret and Mark, Robert and Therese (all of Australia). Adored Nana Betty of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren Karla, Julian (Ashburton)...
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Mavis June Wilkinson (née Sutherland)
1931 - 202426.6.1931 – 14.11.2024. Passed away peacefully at Hospice Marlborough. Loved wife of the late Irvine. Mother and mother-in-law of Noel and Lyndy, Alan and Rata (and the late Annette), the late Trevor, Ian and Deb. Nana of James, Alice, Rob, Tom and Grace; Kerry, Janna and Scott; Danielle, Gareth and Kerrilee; Andrew, Stu and Anna. Loved great-gra...
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Patricia Granger
1942 - 2024Passed away peacefully on Monday November 18, 2024, at Bethsaida Retirement Village. Aged 82 years. Dearly loved daughter of the late Carl and Alvena Granger, much-loved sister of Glennis Joy and Jessie May. Messages may be sent to the Granger Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. A graveside farewell for Patricia will be held at Fairhall Cemetery, N...
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Shirley Winifred Marston
1933 - 2024Passed away peacefully at Aberleigh Village, Blenheim on Tuesday November 19, 2024. Aged 91 years. Much-loved sister of Pamela Taylor and the late John Marston. Also a loving and loved aunt and great-aunt of the family. An interment of Shirley’s ashes will be held at a later date. Forever with the Lord.
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Alfred Donald (Don) Gray
1932 - 2024Passed away on Friday November 15, 2024 at Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village. Aged 92 years. Husband of the late Margery, father and father-in-law of Joanne and Wayne, Rodney, and Stephanie, loved Pop of Scott, Tammy, Alex, Jake and Vincent and great-grandfather to five little ones. Messages may be sent to the Gray Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim....
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Russell Donald Hopkins
1945 - 2024Passed away Tuesday November 12, 2024 at home. Loved husband of Jennie, loved father of Stef, and Tim, father-in-law of Rebecca and loved grandad Russell of Oscar. Special thanks to First Responders, Ambulance crew and Dr Wegener. Messages may be sent to the Hopkins Family, 60 Beaver Road, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Abbeyfield Fou...
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Thelma Susan (Peggy) Plummer
1925 - 2024Sumner 12 July 1925 – Blenheim 13 November 2024 – in her 100th year. Passed peacefully at Wairau Hospital. Dearest Mum and friend of Trudy Pearson. Treasured Grandy of Nick, and Tom Pearson, and her ‘greats’ Eli, and Maddie. Loved Peg of Pauline Delore, and Sue Ball. Our heartfelt love and thanks to Mum’s incredible friends and support crew...
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Gweneth May Anderson (née Weir)
1949 - 2024Passed away on Monday November 11, 2024, at home with family at her side. Aged 75 years. Devoted long time partner of the late Frank Robertson. Much loved Mum of Murray and Rachel, and Brent. Cherished Nana of Akeira, Kayne and Luke, and Step-Nana and Step-Great-Nana of Ruby and Finn. Special thanks to Hospice Marlborough, Nurse Maude and Gwen’s friend...
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Alastair Eric (Ali) Baynon
1946 - 2024On Friday November 1, 2024 at his home. Aged 78 years. Dearly loved husband of Annette, loved Dad of Karen and David (Perth). Loved “Poppy” of Alistair, loved uncle of Annmarie and Eric. Dear friend of JC and Barbara Anne, and JB. Messages may be sent to 4 Costello Avenue, Blenheim 7201. A funeral service for Ali will be held at the Sowman’s Mayfield C...
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Fri 8th November 2024 at 11:00 amWHERE
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Ann McPartlin
1943 - 2024It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Ann on Friday, November 1, 2024. Dearly loved wife of the late Peter and much-loved mother of Deborah, Brett and Suzanne. Grandmother of Olivia, Rebecca, Alexander and Amy. Loving sister of Pam (deceased) and Hilary. Thank you to the staff at Ashwood Park for their kindness and care of Ann ov...
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David Kennedy
1932 - 2024On Saturday November 2, 2024, peacefully at Bethsaida Retirement Village. In his 92nd year. Dearly beloved husband of Jennifer, much-loved father of John and Janine, Kate and Jan, and Liz and Cookie. Much-loved stepfather of Rebecca and Caroline. Beloved grandfather of Alex, Ollie, and Kari-Moana; Issy, River and Fred; Leilani, and Kahu. Messages may b...
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John Henry Carr
On Tuesday October 29, 2024 peacefully at Alexandra Hospital, Nelson after a short illness. Aged 93 years.
Dearly loved husband of the late Barbara. Much loved father and father-in-law of David (deceased) and Colleen Carr, Philippa and Mark Benefield, Robyn and Ian Bishell, and Andrea Carr and David Hart. Treasured Poppa of grandchildren: Sarah ...
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Greg Harris
1975 - 202430/12/1975 – 22/10/2024. Late of Mount Adde. It is with great sadness that we announce Greg has passed away at Nelson Hospital after a long journey. He was the most loving, compassionate and hard-working son of Ron and Helen. Much loved brother and brother-in-law to Tracey and Vaughan Currie, Angela and Regan Senior (Deceased), and Pip and Duncan McLan...
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Fri 1st November 2024 at 11:00 amWHERE
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Merle Waldron
1935 - 2024Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday October 27, 2024. Aged 89 years. Loved wife of the late Steve, loved mother and mother-in-law of Karen and Nick, Kevin and Karen, Sue and John, Maggie and Steve. Loved grandmother and great grandmother. A dear friend of Graham. Messages may be sent to the Waldron Family, c/- PO Bo...
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Thu 31st October 2024 at 2:00 pmWHERE
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Grant Royston Simpson
1950 - 202427/09/1950 – 18/10/2024.
Much loved husband of Caryl and loved father of Kelly, Gareth and Dena. Proud granddad of Theo and Alex. Loved brother of Ross & Christine, Dallas & Rod, Glen & Mike, and Jan. Loved and respected son in law of Noeline and the late Theo.
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Julia Tasker Kee
1927 - 2024At rest, on Wednesday October 16, 2024, at Redwood Lifestyle Care and Village. In her 98th year. Adored wife of Ron for 67 years. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Bev and Andy Frost, and Phillipa Kee. Loved nana of Matthew, Peter and Helen. Loved sister of Phyllis, Cleland and Dorothy (all deceased). Special thanks to Redwood Lifestyle Care and...
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June Margaret Cairns (née Washington)
1937 - 202423.08.1937 – 17.10.2024. Much loved wife of the late John, loved mother of Eileen and Peter. Much loved grandma of all her grandchildren. Loved aunty of all her nieces and nephews. Messages may be sent to 7 Brookfield Place, Blenheim 7201. A celebration of June’s life will be held at Sowman’s Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets at 2...
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Ashwin Alex Corbett
1928 - 2024Born April 16, 1928, died peacefully at Wairau Hospital on Tuesday October 1, 2024. In his 97th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Barbara. Loved father and father-in-law of Greg and Sandy, Jeremy and Megan, Nigel and Joanna, and Andrew and Lex. Much loved Granddad of Mason, Mitchell and Jacinda, Georgia, Blake, Charlie, Billie, Miro, Tai, Pipi, To...
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Aileen Rona Rowe
1929 - 2024On Monday October 7, 2024, peacefully at Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village, Blenheim. Aged 95 years. Loved wife of the late Jack. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Marie and Peter Andrews, Bernie and Trish, and Jenny and Chris Schroder. Loved nana of her seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to Redwood Lifestyle staff...
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Sandra Mary Hodson
1963 - 2024Passed away quietly on Saturday October 12, 2024 after losing her long fight with brain cancer. In her 62nd year. Sandra is the daughter of the late Ross and Eveline Hodson. Sandra is also the mother of Angela, Ben, Kelly, and Scott, and sister of Robert, the late Gary, Carol, Lyne, Debbie and Leeanne. Sandra was also the partner, confidant and best fr...
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Jamie Cunningham and Brayden Allen
2005 - 2024A celebration of Jamie and Brayden’s lives will be held at the Port Marlborough Pavilion, Endeavour Park, 181 Waikawa Road, Picton at 10am on Monday October 14. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter Trust would be greatly appreciated and may be made at the service or online to a/c 03-1354-04...
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Kevin Edward Sadd
1938 - 2024Passed away suddenly on Sunday September 29, 2024 in his happy place at Ruakākā Bay. Aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Lorraine for 64 years. Cherished father and father-in-law of Wendy, Jenny and Colin Francis, Vicky and Michael Vincent. Adored Grandpa of Mikael, Ryan, the late Daniel, Megan, Mitchell and Logan, and Great-Grandpa to Reuben, Josep...
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Ian Michael (Mike) Hill
1939 - 2024Passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at Springlands Lifestyle Village, in his 85th year, with Lesley by his side. Beloved husband of Lesley, dearly loved father of Steve, Chris, and Vanessa and much-loved Poppa to Alex, Callum, Lana, Jamie and Josh. A great husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, uncle, brother, brother-in-law and friend. Spe...
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Ralph David (Dave) Cox
1949 - 2024Passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at home with Annie nearby. Aged 75 years. Loved husband of Annie, loved father of Paul and the late Steven. Highly regarded member of the Kaikoura community. Special thanks to Kaikoura New Life Church for all their support. Messages may be sent to the Cox family, 159 South Bay Parade, South Bay, Kaikoura 7300. A...
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Allen Wayne Hodge (Hodgie)
1951 - 2024Passed away peacefully on Saturday September 28, 2024 at Aberleigh Village, Blenheim. Aged 72 years. Dad of Trina, Leah, Tasha, and Rachael. Grandad of many and great-granddad of one. Messages may be sent to the Hodge Family, 68 Lucas Street, Blenheim 7201. At Wayne’s request, a private cremation has been held.
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Alison Ann Hutcheson
1942 - 2024Passed away Friday September 27, 2024 at Bethsaida Retirement Village, Blenheim. Aged 82 years. Devoted wife of the late Robert, loved mother and mother-in-law of Bronwyn and Paul, Rachel Stanford and Renier, Nigel and Jenny. She took great delight in her grandchildren Holly, Jessie, Kelly, Jason, Ale, Luis, Bella and Robert, and her great grandchildre...
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Annette Dawn Wilkinson (née Teague)
1952 - 2024Passed away on Monday September 30, 2024, at Hospice Marlborough. Aged 72 years. Much-loved partner of Reid Boynton. Treasured mother of Kerry, Janna and Scott and mother-in-law of Fiona, Brett and Alex. Adored grandmother of Ella, Tom, Xanthe, Hamish, Beauden and Fraser. Cherished sister of Cheryl, Julie and Wendy. Former wife of Alan. Special thanks ...
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Lynette Ann (Lyn) Wilson
1941 - 2024Passed away peacefully on Saturday September 28, 2024, after a short illness. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of Neil. Much loved and treasured Mum of Nicky and Joseph, and Christine; adored Nana of Damian. Forever in our hearts and memories. Heartfelt thanks to the teams at Wairau Hospital and Hospice Marlborough for their care and support of Lyn and o...
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Arthur Desmond (Des) Morel
1946 - 2024Passed away on Wednesday September 25, 2024, at Aberleigh Village. Aged 78 years. Loved husband of Katherine, father of five, grandad to many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loved brother and uncle. Special thanks to staff at Aberleigh for their care of Des in his last few months. In accordance with Des’s wishes, a private cremation has taken pl...
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Janet Margaret Steggle
1948 - 2024STEGGLE, Janet Margaret (née Perkins): Aged 75 years. Janet died on Monday, September 23, 2024, at Wairau Hospital with her loving husband Pete, and her friend Sarah Dudley, at her bedside. Special thanks to the members of Vines Knitting Group, and Jan and Stu, all of whom were friends over and above what could be expected. Thank you is inadequate, but...
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Mervyn Allen Bays
1935 - 2024Passed away on Saturday September 21, 2024 at his home at Springlands Lifestyle Village, Blenheim, after a long illness. In his 90th year. Dearly loved husband of Gina, loved father of Murray and daughter-in-law Sarah, Steve and daughter-in-law Kels, Geoff and daughter-in-law Liz, Michele and son-in-law Mark (Australia). Loved stepfather to Debbie and...
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Mervyn John Smith
1950 - 202414.5.1954 – 21.9.2024. Aged 70 years. Loving husband of Helen Lyon (deceased), loving father of Symon and Hayden (both Australia). Brother and brother-in-law of Yvonne and Clive Dasler (both deceased), and Graham and Sharyn Smith (Temuka). A family farewell has been held.
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Rachel Ann Gardner (née Tucker)
1974 - 2024Passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, peacefully at Hospice Marlborough. Aged 50 years. Dearly loved daughter of Val and the late Bruce, much loved sister of Belinda. Special thanks to Wairau Hospital Oncology and ED Departments, and Hospice Marlborough. Messages may be sent to the Tucker Family, 5/58 Maxwell Road, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flo...
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Ian Graham Patchett
1928 - 2024Passed away, peacefully, at Ashwood Park Retirement Village on Thursday September 19, 2024. Aged 95 years. A dearly loved husband, and treasured Dad of Grant Patchett, and Glenda and Colin Simpson, and ‘Old Pop’ of Heath, Jen and Mark, Leanne and Mike, Caitlin, Sarah and Dara, and Caleb. Messages may be sent to 14 Fell Street, Grovetown, Blenheim 7202....
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Maureen May Hall
1936 - 2024On Saturday September 14, 2024, peacefully in her sleep at Springlands Lifestyle Village, Blenheim. Aged 88 years. Loving wife of the late Don, loved mother and mother-in-law of Trevor and Susan (Dunedin), Susan and John (Blenheim), David and Sharon (Christchurch), Peter and Tracey (Dunedin), and Karen and Chris (Blenheim). A much loved nana and great-...
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Corinna Carol Graham
1975 - 2024Passed away suddenly on Wednesday September 4, 2024, at her home in Picton. Aged 49 years. Dearly loved wife of Kevin – spanning 27 years – and mother of Tahlia, Sean and Hallie. Much-loved daughter of Rhonda and Joe Dumicich and sister of Kerry and Adam. Messages may be sent to 29 Scotland Street, Picton 7220. A celebration of Corinna’s li...
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Narcisa Gear-Clay
1953 - 2024Passed away peacefully on Saturday September 7, 2024. Aged 72 years. Beloved sister to Alicia and cherished aunty to Edward, Dominique and Alici. A private cremation has taken place. A celebration of her life will be held at the end of the year, with details to follow. Those wishing to share a tribute or receive an update on arrangements may contact th...
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Terence (Terry) Bruce Charles Robinson
1954 - 2024Passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at home with Valerie by his side. In his 70th year. Loved husband of Valerie. Loved Dad of Zane, Dodi, Maryellen, and Johnnie. Loved Poppa of all his grandchildren. Messages may be sent to the Robinson family, 43 Girling Avenue, Mayfield, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers a donation to Life Flight would be a...
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Mary Constance Worsley (née Bell)
1936 - 2024Passed away peacefully on Tuesday September 3, 2024 at Seaview Home, Picton. Aged 88 years. Dearly loved wife of Gordon, loved Mum of Chris and Neta, Shona, the late Brendan, Gordon and Lynley, Kathryn, Adrian and Tracy, and Steve and Sheila. Loved Nana of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Special thanks to Seaview Home staff, and Debs. Messag...
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Aileen Collins
1933 - 2024Peacefully on Sunday September 8, 2024 at Kaikoura Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Alan, loving mother and mother-in-law of Jeneen and Colin Binsted, and Graham and Robyn. Cherished Grandma of William and Kelly, Kate and Sam. Dearly loved Mam-ma of Kelly and Nick, Sarah and William, Debbie and Jere...
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Aileen Collins
1933 - 2024Loved sister and sister-in-law of the late Keith and Joy Boyd, the late Dick and Beulah Boyd. Loved sister-in-law of Joy and the late Mervyn Harris. Loved aunt of all her nieces and nephews.
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Peter Smythe
1940 - 2024Passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Hospice Marlborough. Aged 83 years. Loved husband of Vera, loved Dad of Catherine, Yvonne, Peter, Lucky, and Teressa and loved Granddad of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Special thanks for all the support, messages, calls and aroha. Dad was so well looked after by so many loving and caring ...
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Sandra Jean Burnside
1958 - 202408/07/58 – 02/09/2024. Passed away at Wairau Hospital, Blenheim. All correspondence to Charlotte Macrae C/- Sainsbury Logan & Williams, P O Box 41, Napier 4140.
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Desmond (Des) Douglas Maney
1925 - 2024Passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 31, 2024. Aged 96 years. Loved husband of the late Diana and father to Simon, Lelia, and Nicholas. Grandfather to Elite and Casey and great grandfather to Arjun. Anchors Away. Messages may be sent to 5 Suffolk Street, Picton 7220. A Requiem Mass for Desmond will be celebrated at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 5...
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William (Bill) Barratt
1929 - 2024Passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 31, 2024. Aged 95 years. Beloved husband of the late Rachel. Dearly loved Dad and father-in-law of Mark and Jenny, Michele (Shelly) and Phillip, Sue and Derek, and loved by Rachel’s family. Loved granddad of Aimee, Joel, Benn, Luke, Daniel, Chelsea, and great-granddad of eight. He is preceded in death by his f...
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Sandra Caroline Glen-Orchard (née Glen)
1959 - 2024Passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at Ashwood Park Retirement Village, after a very brave battle with Motor Neurone Disease. A patient sufferer at rest. In her 65th year. Loved wife of John Orchard. Loved mother of Kate, Sarah, Charlotte, and Grant. Loved grandmother of Lachlan and Lucie, the late Gio, and Grace. Loved sister of Peter Glen (Chri...
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James Bowie (Tad) Porteous
1938 - 2024Passed away on Thursday August 15, 2024. In his 87th year. Beloved husband of Florence, loving father of Cherie, David, and Bryan. Father-in-law of Ashton. Loving grandfather and great-grandfather of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loving brother of Isobel (deceased), Margaret, and brother-in-law of David Flack, David McCormick, Neil Kirk (d...
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Pauline Mazie Friend (née Clarke)
1937 - 2024Passed away peacefully with her daughters at her side, Thursday, August 22, 2024, aged 87 years. Loved wife of Geoff (deceased), and longtime partner of John (deceased). Much loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law to Johnny, Susan, Wendy and Steve. Very special nana to Mark and Minnie, Lisa (deceased), Amanda and Brendan, Kelly and Aaron, and Kry...
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Yvonne June Leov
1941 - 2024Passed away on Monday August 19, 2024 at Maxwell Lifecare. Aged 83 years. Beloved wife of the late Donald Cyril Leov, much loved mother and grandmother of Michael and Fiona, Craig and Kellie, Anna and Bill; Phoebe and Sam, Henry and William, Shinae and Alex. Great grandmother of Maci. Messages may be sent to 14D Burden Street, Blenheim 7201. As per Yvo...
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Christopher Hazelden
1957 - 2024Passed away in Blenheim on Friday August 2, 2024. Aged 67 years. A longtime resident of Pollard Park. It is with sadness Sowman’s Funeral Directors inform the Marlborough community of Christopher’s passing, and they will be providing a farewell for him at Omaka No. 2 Cemetery, Taylor Pass Road, Blenheim at 1pm on Thursday August 15. All welcome.
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Michael Graham Briggs
1950 - 2024Beloved partner of Deb, devoted father of Elizabeth, David, and Caroline, and cherished grandfather to Emily, Isobel, Chloe, Sebastian, Briar, William, Thomas, and Henry, has passed away on Thursday August 8, 2024 at Bethsaida Retirement Village. Age 74 years. He will also be dearly missed by brother John, and Lynne, Rhys, Lucy and Rory. Michael’s wisd...
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Ian Flett Lyall
1939 - 2024Passed away peacefully in Blenheim on Thursday August 1, 2024. Aged 85 years. Beloved husband of Lorraine, father and father-in-law of Jeff and Kay, Bob and Magdalena, and Jamie and Nikki. Treasured son of George and Ena (both deceased). Brother and brother-in-law of Elizabeth, and Brian (deceased) Wakelam. Best mate of Lee Wilde. Loving Grandfather, N...
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Gordon Thomas (Gordy) Boyd
1958 - 2024Born 17/01/1958. Died 03/08/2024, peacefully at Kaikoura Hospital. There will be a farewell service to celebrate Gordy’s life at Donegal House, 258 Schoolhouse Road, Kaikoura at 10:00am on Saturday August 10th, followed by burial at Kaikoura Cemetery. Messages to the Boyd Family can be sent to the same address as the service.
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Grant Johnston
1950 - 2024MbChB Distinguished Fellow of RNZCGP: Dr Peter GRANT Johnston passed away peacefully, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer, on Monday August 5, 2024. Aged 74 years. Loved husband of Lis, father of Shelley and Olivia, father-in-law of Rob and Kurt. Brother of Dale and Carey. Boom of Finn, Ella, Luka and Tate. Thank you to Springlands Health, Wair...
Patricia Anne Moran
Passed away on Monday August 5, 2024 at Bethsaida Retirement Village. Loved wife of Terry. Loved mother of Jonel and Ivan, and Joanne and Murray. So-loved Nan of Rebecca, Kate, Fraser, and the late Jenna. Sister of the late Valda and Neil. Messages may be sent to 20 Thornycroft Street, Fendalton, Christchurch 8052. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the...
Valerie Marguerite Price (née Butzbach)
1934 - 2024Passed away on Monday July 29, 2024 at Bethsaida Retirement Village, Blenheim. In her 90th year. Loved wife of the late Manny, loved mother of Leonie, the late Caralyn, and Richard. Respected mother-in-law of Arie Verhey and Brent Morrison. Loved grandmother and great-grandmother. Dearly loved daughter of the late Howard and Ethel Butzbach. Loved siste...
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Shirley Catherine Mary O'Connor
1936 - 2024Sadly we announce the passing of Shirley on Tuesday July 30, 2024, at the age of 87. A much loved wife of the late Ian O’Connor, cherished mother of Raylene, Lance and Jacqueline, and adored grandmother of Kayla, Sheree, Poppy, Lauren and Oscar. A private farewell will be held in accordance with Shirley’s wishes in a few months time. Family and friends...
Ian Gilbert Morris
1965 - 2024Passed away suddenly at home on Saturday July 27, 2024. Aged 59 years. Loved and adored husband and best friend of Jo. Loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great uncle and son-in-law. Ian’s presence will be deeply missed. Messages may be sent to the Morris Family, c/- P O Box 110, Blenheim 7240. Heartfelt thanks to St John and the Wairau Valley Volunt...
Ngaire Elizabeth Ann Neale
1942 - 2024On Wednesday July 17, 2024 at Nelson. Aged 81 years. Dearly loved partner of Don Newport, loved mother and mother in-law of Aileen and Trevor Allen (Richmond), Barry and Evelyn Holmwood (Blenheim), Tamara Neale and Sam Gray (Christchurch). Loved Nana of Sarah and Chris, Holly and Anna, Felix and Rowan. Messages may be sent to the Neale Family, c/- PO B...
Judith (Jude) Marion Munro (née de Roo)
1936 - 2024Passed away on Sunday July 21, 2024 at Aberleigh Village, Blenheim. Aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Welly, loved mother and mother-in-law of Michael and Janet, Peter and Kim and loved grandmother of her grandchildren. Loved sister of Robyn. Specials thanks and love to Jacquelene and Inner Wheel fraternity. Messages may be sent to the Munro Fami...
David James Hall
1943 - 2024Passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at Maxwell Lifecare. Aged 81 years. Dearly loved and cherished husband of Elizabeth for 55 years. Loved father of Nicky and Greg and father-in-law of Anna and Sharon. Treasured Pa of Taylor (deceased), Zeck, Thom, Arwen and Hayley. Cherished brother, brother-in-law, and uncle. A very special friend, mentor and ‘Bos...
Leslie Brian Jones (Les)
1936 - 2024Sunrise 28.3.1936, Sunset 18.7.2024. Aged 88 years. Loved husband of the late Helen, loved ‘old man’ of Gary, Ray, Brian, Barb, Wayne and their partners; loved ‘grumpy grandad’ of all the grandies. Dad passed peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday July 18, 2024 at 11.09am. In lieu of flowers, a donation would be appreciated to either Picton Rowing...
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Lee Chan
1963 - 2024It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lee on Sunday July 14, 2024, peacefully in Blenheim. Loved and missed by partner Emilie, and children Reuben, Dominic, Olivia and Avery, together with their families. Grandad to Ryder and Te Oho Mauri, brother-in-law of Nat. Beloved brother and brother-in-law of Sue and Philip Sue. Uncle of Geoffr...
Helen Fenton (née Stewart) Depree
1934 - 2024Passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Waterlea Lifecare, Blenheim. Aged 90 years. Beloved wife of Alan. Loved mother of Simon and Nick, grandmother of Lucie, James and Samantha and great-grandmother of Armanhi and Saige. Special thanks to management and staff at Waterlea Lifecare, Blenheim. Messages may be sent to the Depree Family, c/- PO Box 110,...
Linda Elizabeth Malaquin
1963 - 2024MALAQUIN, Linda Elizabeth (née Vis), 4.4.1963 – 5.7.2024: Passed away peacefully in her 62nd year, on Friday July 5, 2024. Dearly loved daughter of Greta and the late Sipke Vis. Much loved Mum and mother-in-law of Erika and Matt, Anneke and Ryan, and Natasha. Much loved Nana of Rylan, Flynn and Elijah. Much loved sister and sister-in-law of Heath...
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Karen Jane Day
1953 - 2024On Thursday July 4, 2024 with family at her side at Wairau Hospital. Aged 70 years. Karen leaves behind her husband Alan, daughter Rebecca, son-in-law Simon, grandson Jack, great-grandson Ahurei, her father Philip, sister Pippa and brother Richard. A celebration of Karen’s life will be held at the Havelock Bowling Club, 7 Neil Street, Havelock at 12.30...
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Thu 11th July 2024 at 12:30 pmJessica Erana (Jess) Tepania-Kopua
1982 - 2024On Sunday July 7, 2024 at Wairau Hospital, Blenheim with family at her side, following her brief battle with cancer. Aged 41 years. Adored Mum of Izzy, Marley and Asher, and former partner of Tama. Big sister to Johnathan and aunty to Conrad, Tyreece, Lennix and Alexsa. Much-loved daughter of Dave and Raewyn Tepania, and her extended whānau whānui. Jes...
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Ian James "Flange" Richan
1945 - 2024Passed away suddenly on his 79th birthday, on Thursday 4 July 2024.
Loved husband of Lynette, father of Linda-Jane, Paul and Louise, and Lisa-Marie. Grandfather of Mikayla, James, and Aimee, and Great grandad of Willow.
A private family service will be held in Blenheim on Wednesday 10 July 2024. Following this we welcome friends to join u...
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Graeme Leslie Cooper
1951 - 2024Passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at home. Aged 72 years. Beloved father and father-in-law of Jillian and Sean, and Lauren Cooper, granddad to Emily, Triston and Zane. Respected ex-partner of Susan (all of Texas, USA). Partner of Ying (Blenheim). Beloved brother and brother-in-law of Lynnette and Ross, Kathryn and Craig, Robert and Adrianne, Brian, ...
Helen Muriwai Jones (nee Pacey)
1938 - 2024Sunrise 19 July 1938 Sunset 30 June 2024. Aged 85 yrs. Loved Wife of Les, adored Mum of Ray, Brian, Barb, Wayne and partners. Cherished Grandma/Granny of her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Loved and respected by many. Mum passed peacefully surrounded by family 3.45am on Sunday June 30, 2024. Mum’s funeral servic...
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Fri 5th July 2024 at 1:30 pmWHERE
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Harleen Rose Apperley
Passed away on Friday June 28, 2024 at Redwood Lifestyle. Aged 84 years. Loving wife of the late Gilbert. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Denise and Doug Powell, and Cushla Apperley; Gran to Sarah and Ben Wilson, Megan Powell, Justyn and Max Armstrong and Great-Granmother to Evie; Sister and sister-in-law of Colin and Raelene Bain (Kaikoura). Message...
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Fri 5th July 2024 at 1:30 pmWHERE
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Rodger Henderson Palmer
Passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at Hospice Marlborough
In his 80th year. Loved husband of the late Jan and the late Gwynne
Special Father/Dad of Robyn, Trudi, and Linda. Loved Grand-Pop of Anthony, Renee, Blair, Cameron, Haylee, Jake, June, and his great-grandchildren.
Special thanks to Hospice Marlborough staff
Messages...Louisa Arthur (née Tanerau-Love)
1955 - 2024Passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at Wairau Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Aged 68 years. Loving daughter of the late Hamarama and Vera Tanerau-Love, loved wife of the late Richard. Mother of Wiremu, Nini and Rosemary, Louise and Alan, Harris and Jinina. Nan to Leighann, Richard, Emma, Stevie, Ngatahi, Mariana, Jorjah, Johnson, Arjay, a...
Leigh Francis Wells
1950 - 20241950 – 2024: It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to Leigh, who passed on Saturday June 29, 2024. Aged 74 years. Dearly loved brother of Cheryl and uncle of his nieces. He will forever be in our hearts.
You left without warning
Gone so fast
Now all we have are memoriesNorma Anne Robinson (née Rabone)
1929 - 2024On Monday June 24, 2024 at Redwood Lifestyle Care and Village. In her 95th year. Loved wife of the late Gordon, loved mother and mother-in-law of Sam, Paul and Julia, the late Judith, Cathy, and Meredith and Luke. Grandmother of Emma and Shaun, Lucy and Tom, Robbie, Vita, and Francis, and great-grandmother of Jackson, Margot, Max and Albert. In lieu of...
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Mon 1st July 2024 at 1:30 pmWHERE
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Lois Fay Pitts (nee Kennedy)
1944 - 2024Passed away peacefully in her 80th year at Hospice Marlborough (after a long illness) on 24 June 2024. Dearly loved wife and best friend for 55 years of Edwin. Loved mother of Mark and Anna, Nige and Jen, Steve and Jo, Andrew and Sarah. Treasured grandmother of Charlie and Ted, Nicholas and Emily, Thomas, Blake and Libby, Oscar and Es. Loved sister of ...
Bryan Kevin Lawless (Bondy)
1932 - 2024920274 Sgt. C Sqn., N.Z. Scots: At Redwood Lifestyle Care & Village, Blenheim on Wednesday June 19, 2024. Aged 92 years. Loved and loving husband of the late Elaine, father of Eoin, Fiona McGregor, and Bronwen Farr. Loving grandad of Andrew and Matthew Lawless, Daniel Lawless and Lachlan Farr, and Lucas, Haidee and Alyssa McGregor. Messages may be ...
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Tue 25th June 2024 at 1:00 pmWHERE
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Colleen Joy Wadsworth
1959 - 2024Passed away on Thursday June 13, 2024, at Wairau Hospital. Aged 64 years. Greatly loved mother of Vallen, Jordan, Haley, Quinn, and Shani. Adored Nana of her eight grandchildren. Special thanks to the medical staff who cared for her. Messages may be sent to the Wadsworth Family, 36 South Street, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers a donation to the NZ He...
Ryan Todd Willetts (Chucky)
1976 - 2024Suddenly at home, on Wednesday June 5th 2024. Much loved son of Jess and the late Kevin. Loved Dad of Zachary. Loved by all his aunties, cousins and friends. Messages may be sent to 2A Walnut Lane, Islington, Blenheim 7201. A celebration of Ryan’s life will be held at The Pelorus Tavern, 21 Wakamarina Road, Canvastown at 1.30pm on Friday June 14. R.I.P...
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Fri 14th June 2024 at 1:30 pmWHERE
Anne Theresa Webber
1940 - 2024Sadly passed away with family by her side, in her 84th year, at Hospice Marlborough on Wednesday June 5, 2024. Dearly loved partner of Douglas Morrison (deceased), and sister of Patricia, James (deceased), Paul, John, and Clare. Sister-in-law of Errol and Heather Morrison, and aunty and great aunty of many nieces and nephews. Special friend of Barbara ...
Richard John Andrell (John)
1943 - 2024Passed away on Friday June 7, 2024 at home in Picton with family at his side. Aged 81 years. Loved husband of the late Frances, father of Pauline and Richard. Loved grandad of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Messages may be sent to 132 Moana View Road, Waikawa, Picton 7220. A family service has taken place.
...Lloyd Neal
1941 - 2024Passed peacefully at Wairau Hospital on Friday May 31, 2024. Aged 83 years. Beloved husband to Nola for 57 years. Loved dad and father-in-law of Alister and Julie and Rachel and Ryan. Adored grandad of Melissa and Graham, Dean, Jessica and Bradley, Stephanie, Luke, Bree, Tara and Allan. Beloved great grandad of all his great-grandchildren. Messages can...
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Wed 5th June 2024 at 1:00 pmWHERE
David Roger Smart
1967 - 2024Passed away on Friday May 24, 2024 at Wairau Hospital, due to a stroke. Aged 57 years. Dearly loved son of Pauline and the late Roger, loved brother and brother-in-law of Philip and Anita, Christopher and Lu, Andrew and Sophie, and Joanne and Mark Noble. Loved uncle of his nieces and nephews, Vaughan Smart, Lachy, Ethan and Azaria Noble, Deryn, Eira, F...
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Thu 30th May 2024 at 11:00 amWHERE
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Jacqueline (Jackie) Jessie Wall
1938 - 2024On Monday May 27, 2024, peacefully at Ashwood Park Retirement Village. In her 86th year. Dearly loved Mum of Rob and Debbie, Vicki and Craig. Messages may be sent to the Wall Family, P O Box 1, Waikawa 7251. A private cremation has been held and a farewell for Jackie will be held at a later date.
...David Andrew Milne
1960 - 2024Passed away suddenly on Tuesday May 21, 2024. Aged 63 years. Beloved husband of Jane and father to Eric. Dave was a wonderful son, brother, uncle and great uncle to all his family. The family would like to thank the Marlborough District Council for the amazing support, especially his work mates, at this difficult time. We would especially like to ackno...
Rachel Pollock Barratt (née Maddock)
1932 - 2024W.R.A.F. 2812684, L.A.C.W. Fighter Plotter, Fighter Command: Passed away on Sunday May 12, 2024, at Seaview Home, Picton. Aged 92 years. Dearly loved wife of Bill and dearly loved mother of Karen, Richard (deceased), and Susan; loved by Bill’s family. A loved grandmother and great grandmother. Messages may be sent to 52 Inkerman Street, Renwick 7204. I...
Richard Claude (Dick) Powell
1939 - 2024On Friday May 10, 2024, peacefully at Aberleigh Village, Blenheim. Aged 84 years. Beloved husband of Isobel, dearly loved Dad of Rochelle and Lawrence, Mitchell and Julia, Martyn and Judy, Terri and Al, and Tracey. Adored grandfather and great grandfather of Kyle, Wendie and Corbyn, Travis, CJ, Sian, Natasha, and Courtney. Messages may be sent to 93A S...
Colin Stewart (Stu) Lancaster
1932 - 2024Passed away peacefully on Tuesday May 7, 2024. Aged 91 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Murray and Kathryn, Chris and Emma, Brent and Debbie. Loved grandad of Amy, Hannah, JoBeth, Amanda, Shaye, Stewart, Rakai and Brooke. Loved great-grandad of Jack, Reid, Finn, Ben, Beau, Peter and Kate. The family would like to thank the staff of Ashwood...
Stanley (Stan) Morriss Elvy
1930 - 2024On Saturday April 27, 2024, at his home at Springlands Lifestyle Village, Blenheim. Aged 94 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Mary and much loved dad of John and Marion, Dianne and Peter, Kevin and Bernadette, Shirley and Bryan, and David and Gaylene. Treasured and devoted grand and great-grandfather. Messages may be sent to the Elvy Family, c/- ...
Leonard Charles (Len) Culverwell
1935 - 2024CULVERWELL,
Leonard Charles (Len):
On Tuesday, April 23, 2024 peacefully at Aberleigh Village, Blenheim.
Loved and adored husband of Heidi.
Loved Dad and friend of Alan (deceased) and Derryn, Ray and Frank, Derryn (Dino) and Kevin, Mark and Tania, Ian and Annie, Nichola, and Neill.
Adored Grandad to all his grand and ...
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Tue 30th April 2024 at 1:30 pmWHERE
Florence Marjory Ackroyd (nee McIntosh)
1924 - 2024Passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024. Aged 100 years. Loved wife of the late Eric, cherished mother and mother-in-law of Judith and Kathleen, Paul and Anne. Loved Nana to Brent and Cassandra, Marie and Nathan, and Nana Marjory to her great grandchildren Georgia and Ollie, Ethan and Tommy. Special thanks to Cathy, Gay, Lynn and all of Marjory’s friends...
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Mon 29th April 2024 at 11:00 amWHERE
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Doreen Fowler
1926 - 2024Fowler, Doreen: Passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday April 18, 2024 at Bethsaida Retirement Village, Blenheim. Aged 97 years. Dearly loved wife of Alistair (deceased), and mother of Neil (deceased), and Heather and Ian Cooper. A much loved grandma and great grandma. Messages may be sent to the Fowler Family at 53 Inkerman Street, Renwick 720...
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Tue 23rd April 2024 at 1:00 pmWHERE
Bernard (Bernie) Sydney Hedges
1946 - 2024Passed away at home on Saturday April 13, 2024. Aged 77 years. Loved husband of Bronwyn, Father and Popa of many. Special thanks to Hospice Marlborough staff. Messages may be sent to Bronwyn, 143A Budge Street, Riversdale, Blenheim 7201. A service for Bernie will be held at Sowman’s Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, at 11.00am on Monda...
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Mon 22nd April 2024 at 11:00 amWHERE
Sir William Daniel Stuart-Forbes
1935 - 2024Passed away peacefully on Wednesday April 17, 2024 with family nearby, after a long and courageous battle. Loved by his wife Jan (deceased) and his children Ken and Cindy, Cathy and Willie, Jane and Tom, Daniel and Sonja and Sonny and William Huia (both deceased). Loved by his many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Messages may be sent to the Stua...
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Mon 22nd April 2024 at 1:00 pmWHERE
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Charlie George Wilson
2024 - 2024Born 22 April 2024, peacefully sleeping. A bundle of pure perfection. Much loved son of Josh and Tori. Loved forever and always and never forgotten xx
...Joanne Fairweather (formerly Kilsby)
1961 - 2024Passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at home with family. Loved soulmate and wife of Nigel for 33 years. Adored Mum of the late Matthew, Lucy, Sam and Tim, and mother-in-law of Barry, Jahna, and Emma. Loved daughter of the late Robert and Audrey. Cherished sister and sister-in-law of Valerie and Kevin, and David. Loved Nanny of Hayden,...
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Fri 19th April 2024 at 1:00 pmWHERE
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Bryan William Wood
1946 - 2024Died unexpectedly in Blenheim, on Tuesday April 9, 2024. Aged 77 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of the late Val, his devoted wife since August 14, 1971. Dearly loved fiancé of Rachel Egan, son of the late Doris and William (Bill) Wood. Missed by his relatives and friends. Special thanks to Hato Hone St John Ambulance, Blenheim Police and F...
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Fri 19th April 2024 at 11:00 amWHERE
Jason Robert Wills
1983 - 2024WILLS, Jason Robert
(Willzy) Tragically on 14th April 2024, aged 40. Loved partner of Sara. Dearly much loved son of Sandra McManaway and Robert Wills. Much loved brother of Haylee Riccardo ( Ricky ) Special Grandson of Astrid and the late Rex McManaway. Funny uncle. Loved nephew of Maxine and Murray, Glenda and Bill, Bryan.
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