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Robert ROUT
2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui
Bob passed away suddenly in Whangarei on Saturday, 26 September 2026, aged 70. A very much loved father and father-in-law of Allie and Kyle, and stepfather of Luke and Anna. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Frank and Vicki, Alison and Grant. Grandad to Quincy. Beloved uncle to Andrew and Amy, Andrew and Matthew. Bob worked for many years overseas, he traveled far and wide. Along the way he had many adventures, always taking the roads less travelled (usually by bike!). He had a passion for adventures, sailing and in recent years playing music. Bob will be sadly missed by his family, friends and colleagues. Two Farewell Memorials are planned for Bob: one locally in Whangarei and one in Palmerston North later this year. Details for these will be confirmed. Messages to: vickandfrank@farmside.co.nz or alimacd116@gmail.com
James WILSON
Hawke's Bay
WILSON, James William "Jim" . It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James William Wilson, known as Jim, who passed away peacefully on Sunday, 27 September, with his loving family by his side. Jim was a much-loved husband, father, grandfather and great- grandfather. Jim and his beloved wife, Bev, shared 62 wonderful years of marriage together, creating a lifetime of love, memories and special moments. He leaves behind his two beautiful children, Jan Marie and Richard and his wife, Kim. His adored grandchildren, Shayna and Georgia, Sam and his wife, Michelle, and Shontelle and her husband, Rhys. Jim was also a proud great-grandfather to his two beautiful great-granddaughters, Avery and Eloise, with another precious great-grandchild on the way. Jim will be deeply loved and dearly missed by all his family. His memory will live on in the many wonderful memories, stories and special moments shared together over the years. A heartfelt thank you to Mary Doyle, Ashcroft House and Reeve House for the loving care, kindness and attention they gave Jim. We will always be incredibly grateful for the compassion, support and care you showed him and our family. Due to Jim's wishes a private service has been held. Rest peacefully, Jim.
Tegan TROW
2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui
Passed away suddenly on Thursday 24 September 2026, aged 33 years. Much-loved partner of Isaac and loved mum of Olivia and Albie. Cherished and adored daughter of Darryl and Warren, treasured sister and aunty. Tegan will be deeply missed forever. As per Tegan's wishes, a private service has taken place. Rest in peace, our darling.
Patricia REED
2026 · Auckland
REED, Patricia Elizabeth. Passed away peacefully on 25 September, 2026, aged 86. Dearly loved wife of Barry. Much loved mother of Kathy, Michael and Chris (deceased) and their families, and much loved step-mother of Maria, Michael, Kevin and Dan and their families. Cherished grandma of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew and loved her. In keeping with her wishes, a private funeral service will be held.
Jane LONGSTAFFE
2026 · Canterbury
On September 28, 2026, peacefully with family by her side at Christchurch Hospital; aged 58 years. Dearly loved wife of Dean, a loving mother of Hamish, and a loved daughter of Margaret and Jim Pugh. The family would like to acknowledge and thank everyone including the Christchurch Hospital staff who looked after Jane through her illness. Messages for the Longstaffe Family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A Celebration of Jane's life will be held in the Academy Funeral Services Chapel, 65 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton (TOMORROW), Friday, at 1.00pm. Interment to follow at Yaldhurst Cemetery.
Kay PRENDEVILLE-RIVERS
2026 · Canterbury
On September 28, 2026, peacefully at Holly Lea, aged 84 years. Much loved wife of Bruce, loved mother and mother-in-law of Hamish, Brigid, Mark and Nadine, much loved stepmother, and adored Granny of Kate. Loved daughter of the late Doris and Bill. Forever loved, forever missed, and never forgotten Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Kay Prendeville-Rivers, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A funeral service for Kay will be held in St Patrick's Catholic Church, 31 Gerald Street, Lincoln, tomorrow (Friday), October 2, 2026, at 11.00am. Private burial to follow.
Rachel PERCY
2026 · Hawke's Bay
PERCY, Rachel Katherine. It is with heavy hearts we share that Rachel Katherine Percy passed away on 25th September 2026, aged 35, surrounded by family. Dearly loved wife and soul mate of Philip. Devoted mother of Theia and Xavier. Treasured daughter in law of Jenny and Allan, and sister in law of Michael and Marie, and Fiona and Willem Bruins. Adored Aunty of Reid, Kees, Jed, Seth and Hank. A celebration of Rachel's life will be held at Equippers Church, corner of Ikanui Road and Hapuku Street Hastings on Saturday 3rd October at 10am.
Alan DALZELL
2026
Passed away on September 17, 2026, at Oakwoods Retirement Village. According to Alan's wishes, a celebration of life has been held.
Helen BAIRD
2026 · Auckland
BAIRD, Helen (McEwan). Helen died peacefully at home on 30 September 2026. Dearly loved wife and best mate of David. Incredible mother of Matthew, Jennifer and Michael and mother-in-law of Shaina. Proud Grandma of Sam, Sophie, Hunter and Fynn. You have left indelible marks on the lives you've touched. We will miss your wisdom and humour. A funeral for Helen will be held at Zenders, 44 Hopkins Road, Newstead on Monday, 5 October 2026 at 1pm. All communications to the Baird family C/- 358 Thames Street, Morrinsville 3300.
Jean MOORE
2026
Passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026. Dearly loved partner of Jim Fitzgerald. A much loved mum, Grandma and friend to many. A service to celebrate Jean's life will be held at the Stoke Methodist Church, 94 Neale Avenue, Stoke, on Monday, October 5, commencing at 10.00am, followed by private cremation. Donations may be left at the service for the New Zealand Red Cross Society. Messages to Jean Moore's Family, c/- 41 Nile Street, Nelson.
James HAYWARD
Wellington
1982 - 2008 Remembering you with great love and precious memories on your birthday. Forever in my heart Mum
Kathleen HEATH
2026 · Auckland
HEATH, Kathleen Margaret (Nee Adams). Passed away on Monday, 28th September, 2026. Aged 93yrs. Loved wife of the late Bernard Heath. Much loved mother of Laurie, Geoffrey & Catherine. Kathleen had the most amazing life, full of adventures. We will all miss you dearly. There was a private family cremation. Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date.
Tony SHRAMKA
Taranaki
Tony SHRAMKA Obituary Passed away a year ago on 1st October. From his wife Veronica Shramka. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store. Published by Taranaki Daily News on Oct. 2, 2026.
Anthony BURNS
2026 · Auckland
Burns, Anthony Herbert James (Tony). Passed away peacefully on 25 September 2026, at Beach Haven, with family by his side, aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Christine. Much loved father and father-in-law of Lucian and Soon Young, Daryl, and Tremaine, and the late Kalen. Cherished grandfather of Zak, Hazel, and Amber. A service to commemorate Tony's life will be held at the Manukau Memorial Gardens Chapel, 361 Puhinui Road, Wiri, on Sunday 4 October at 11am, followed by private cremation. All communication to the Burns family c/- Davis Funerals, PO Box 56013, Dominion Road, Auckland 1446.
Stanley O'BRIEN
2026 · Auckland
O'BRIEN Stanley Lawrence (Stano) Aged 93. lovingly cared for by his wife of 70 years, Alma, and family. Before his peaceful passing at home on the 27 September 2026. Missed by many, loved by all. Service at Howick Bowling Club. 2 October 2026 at 1p.m.
Dianne MACKEY
2026 · Auckland
MACKEY, Dianne Frances. Peacefully on Wednesday, 30th September 2026, aged 84 years. Most beloved wife of the late Noel. Dearly loved mother and mother in law of Colleen, Warren (dec), Alison and Simon, Kerry (dec) and John, Kevin and Tracie. Adored Nana of Kelsey, Annie, Samantha, Josh, Shannon, Taine, Logan, Hayley and Cameron. Loved great grandmother of Jayce, Ella and Hugo. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Dianne in the St Peter Chanel Catholic Church, 125 King Street, Whakatane, at 11am on Monday 5th October followed by burial at Hillcrest Cemetery, Ohope Road, Whakatane. Communications to the Mackey Family, C/- PO Box 2070 Whakatane, 3159 or online at willettsfuneralservices.co.nz
Brian PLAYLE
2026 · Auckland
PLAYLE, Brian David. Passed away suddenly, after a long illness, on the 28th of September 2026, aged 95. Loved husband of Beverly, and father and father in law of Michael, Chris and Jo, Jane and Dean, Adriane and Dave, Brett and Heather, and Sue and Marty. Grandfather of Tom, Lucy, Lauren and James, Mallory and Danny, Jason, Sara, Cameron, Rhiannon and Mason, Sean and Sophie, Liam and Kelcie, and Raphael and Dashiel. Great grandfather of Lulu, Adeline, Rory and Marnie, Lakelin, and Grace and Stella. Private cremation Friday 2nd October 2026, 3pm at State of Grace Funerals. Memorial service is to be held at a later date, to be advised. Donations to Diabetes New Zealand in lieu of flowers.
Doreen ASKIN
2026 · Northland
ASKIN, Doreen (Dors) Mary. Aged 79, of Whangārei, passed away unexpectedly on 26 September 2026 in Wellington. She was a much-loved Mum and friend to Tania, Sharon and Neal, Darryn, Sue, Cameron, Kirsten and Nic, and Lois and Colin. And loved little sister to Trevor and Liz. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her - and, no doubt, by ice cream companies throughout New Zealand. We will be remembering Mum at her place on Sunday October 4th from 1pm. We miss you with every breath.
Adrian POHIO
2026 · Auckland
POHIO, Adrian Jon. Sunrise 17 May 1948 - Sunset 30 September 2026 Passed away peacefully on 30 September 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his loved ones. Dearly loved husband and life partner of Lania for 57 years. Devoted father of Kane and Hayden, and cherished father- in-law of Talei. Much-loved Poppa of Sophie and Tama. Loved son of the late Ted and the late Elsie and eldest brother of Barry, Jane, and Michael. A service to celebrate Adrian's life will be held at St Faith's Church, Tunohopu Street, ?hinemutu, Rotorua, on Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 10:30am followed by a private family burial at Pyes Pa Memorial Park Cemetery, Tauranga. In lieu of flowers, donations to Waipuna Hospice Inc. would be appreciated and may be left at: www.waipunahospice.org. nz/donate Tributes for Adrian's Family may be left at www. legacyfunerals.co.nz/s/pohio Communications to the Adrian Pohio Family, C/- Legacy Funerals, PO Box 3136, Tauranga 3142.
Valerie FORD
2026 · Taranaki
Peacefully in Auckland on 28 September 2026, surrounded by love. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Chris & Mel, Andrew (dec), Sean & Catherine, and Katrina & Steve. Friend of Liz and Peter. Dearly loved nana and great-grandmother to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Taranaki are gratefully accepted. A service to celebrate Valerie's life will be held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 90 Miranda Street, Stratford, on Monday 5 October 2026 at 11.00am, followed by her burial at Kopuatama Cemetery.
Colin MORTLAND
2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui
MORTLAND, Colin Orr. Peacefully passed away in Mount Maunganui on Friday 25 September 2026, aged 99 and a half years. Beloved husband of the late Joyce, cherished father of Elizabeth, Mary, the late Julia, and the late Murray. Loved grandfather of Jason, Anna, Jamie, Alice, and Glen. Great grand father of Dylan, Lucas, Patrik, Carolina, Jackson, Travis, Noah, Theo, Jersey-Mae, Mila, Arden, Maddison, and Brock. In law of Tony, Eija, Ben, Chelsea- Mae, and Renae. A celebration of Colin's long life to be held in St David's Presbyterian Church, Huia Street, Taihape on Monday 5 October 2026 at 1pm, followed by interment in the Taihape Cemetery. Bennetts Taihape Funeral Services 06 3880452
Graeme KING
2026 · Auckland
KING, Graeme Francis BE(Electrical) Passed away peacefully on the 28th of September 2026, aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Sue. Proud father of Tracey and Michael, and father-in-law of Sam and Monica. Granddad of Tom, Harry, Lucia and Ethan. Thank you for the care and compassion from all the Ward 3a staff Tauranga Hospital. A memorial service to celebrate Graeme's life will be held at 10am on Monday the 5th of October in the Totara lounge at Hope Family Funerals, 2a Loop Road Te Puna.
Betty TRICKLEBANK
2026 · Auckland
TRICKLEBANK, Betty Jacqueline. Passed away on 29 September 2026, in her 90th year. Loved wife of the late Barry. Devoted Mum and mother-in-law of Karen and Brady, Kirstin and Stuart. Proud Nana of Matthew, William and Naia. She will be sadly missed. A celebration of Betty's life will be held at 1pm Wednesday 7th October at All Souls Chapel, Purewa Crematorium, 100 Saint Johns Road, Meadowbank.
Carole HOULT
2026 · Wellington
On September 23, 2026, peacefully at Te Omanga Hospice, Lower Hutt; aged 80 years. Beloved wife of Mike. Much loved mother of Rebecca and Kendall. Special Grandma of Ashleigh, Kade, Joel, Melody and Holly. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Denis & Sharon. In lieu of flowers, donations to Te Omanga would be appreciated and may be made online. In accordance with Carole's wishes a private cremation has been held.