Gisborne death notices & obituaries
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Donald GREEN
2026 · Gisborne
GREEN, Donald Bruce. On 9 August 2026, passed away peacefully, aged 89 years. Cherished husband and soulmate of Sher, much loved father of Burke, Carole, Dianna, Erin and Sam. Adored and treasured Pop Pop, Poppa, and Papa Don of his mokopuna and mokopuna tuarua. As per Don's wishes, a private family service has been held. Kua hinga te tōtara o te waonui a Tāne. Moe mai ra. E kore e mimiti te aroha mōu. Stonehaven - proudly making a difference
Rosalie DOLEMAN
2026 · Gisborne
DOLEMAN, Rosalie. (Rose) Passed away on 10 August 2026 peacefully at Kiri Te Kanawa aged 86. Loving wife of the late Jim. Loving mum to Stephen, Mark, Leanne and Jan. Much loved Gran to 7 grandchildren and 9 great-grand children. The family would like to thank the caring staff at Ryman. The funeral service will be held at Evans Chapel, Ormond Road, at 11.00am on Tuesday 18 August followed by interment at Taruheru Lawn Cemetery. Evans Funeral Service Ltd FDANZ www.evansfuneral.co.nz
Bronwynne ELLMERS
2026 · Gisborne
ELLMERS, Bronwynne Maurice. Passed away peacefully at Te Wiremu on 9 August 2026, aged 83 years. Much loved wife of the late Karl Ellmers, dearly loved Mum of James and Julia Ellmers, and Sonja and Gareth Cowan, and cherished Granny of Josh, Maddi, Isaac and Felicity. Special thanks to family friend Susie Foss for her ongoing care, regular visits and support when we couldn't be there. We are also grateful to Clive and Rita Frame, and her brother Russell Shanks, for their regular visits and friendship. Our sincere thanks also go to the staff at Te Wiremu, who cared for Mum so well and treated her with such kindness. We will miss her stories, her humour, and her presence in our lives. Forever loved and remembered. A celebration of Mums life will be held at a later date. Details will be shared with family and friends once arrangements have been finalised. Evans Funeral Service Ltd FDANZ www.evansfuneral.co.nz
George EBBETT
2026 · Gisborne
EBBETT, George Wainhouse. Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on July 30, 2026, aged 80. Devoted and dearly beloved husband of Glenis. Much loved father of Jennifer, Neal, and Daniel, and cherished stepfather of Jamie, Scott, and Karla. Treasured grandfather of 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Family and friends are invited to celebrate George's life at the House of Breakthrough, corner of Ormond Road and Lytton Road, Gisborne, on Friday, August 14 at 1:00 PM. A private family interment will be held later.
Joy REEVES
Gisborne
REEVES, Joy Moira. Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. Dearly loved wife of David(dec). Loved mum of Peter and Christine, Wendy and Gwynn(dec), Andrew and Robyn, Mark and Andrea, Debbie and Craig, Paul and Nicky. Special Granny Joy to her 24 grandchildren and partners and 38 great grandchildren. Farewell to an amazing lady, 92 years young. A service will be held at St Andrews Church 1pm Tuesday 11th August.
James KELLY
2026 · Gisborne
KELLY, James Stuart. Sadly James passed away on 30th July 2026 aged 39 after a very brave battle. Dearly loved Father of Indy and Beloved son of John and Ngaire. Younger brother of Glen, Brent and Regan. Jimmy will be sadly missed by family and friends.
William CORNWELL
2026 · Gisborne
CORNWELL, William Robert (Bob). Passed away peacefully on Sunday 2nd August 2026, aged 92 years. Beloved husband of the late Jude. Much loved father and father-in-law of Jeff and Sue, and Simon and Jo. Loved grandfather of Ryan, Olivia, Jayden, and Daniel and loved great-grandfather of Anna, Sophia, and Elijah. The family would like to thank the staff at Te Wiremu House Lifecare for the compassionate care they provided. In accordance with Bob's wishes, a private cremation has been held. Evans Funeral Service Ltd FDANZ www.evansfuneral.co.nz
Margaret MUIR Memoriam
Gisborne
MUIR, Margaret Faith. 18/02/54 - 01/08/23 It's three years since you took your last breath. Life changed without you here, but you remain in our hearts. Every day the sun rises and the moon sets, we carry our memories of you. You're the brightest star shining at night watching over us. Love Wayne, Megan, Christopher, Katherine and their families.
Christopher NEWMAN
1961 – 2026 · Gisborne
NEWMAN, Christopher Paul. 22/07/1961 - 22/07/2026 It is with great sadness we advise that Chris passed away in Brazil after a courageous fight with cancer. Beloved husband of Carla and cherished father of Julia, her partner Rodrigo and his son Manu (Brazil), dearly loved eldest son of Jan (Blenheim) and the late Graeme Newman, adored brother and brother in law of Kerri and Gary Russell (Cairns), Shelli and Richard Green (Dunsborough), Traci and Dave Formosa (Kiama), Paul and Karen Newman (Blenheim), much loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews, loved nephew and cousin of the Newman, Jeune and Barber families, and much loved by his wonderful Brazilian family. A service for Chris was held in Brazil. Messages to the family may be sent to 39 New Renwick Rd, Blenheim, 7201 So many treasured memories, always in our hearts, forever missed. RIP xx
Robert PEACHEY Memoriam
Gisborne
In Loving Memory of Robert (Bob) Peachey Who left us 4 years ago. Forever loved and missed by his wife Ramona, children, mokopuna, whānau and friends. Your love, laughter and memories remain with us always. Loved and remembered every day. Rest peacefully until we meet again. From your whanau xx
Wesley FRANKS
1936 – 2026 · Gisborne
FRANKS, Wesley 21/05/1936 - 25/07/2026 Aged 90. Our gentleman has fallen. Much loved husband of Lorraine, beautiful father and father-in- law of Craig and Marla, Michele and Tim, Joanna and Vicki-Anne, Analise and Joe, grandad of John, Thomas, Hannah, Sam, Kate, Esther, and Tosh. A memorial service will be held at the family home on Thursday at 1pm for close family and friends. May the wind fill your sails and sun rest on your face. You are forever with us.
John EGAN
2026 · Gisborne
EGAN, John Carroll. Passed away peacefully on 24 July 2026, aged 90 years. Much loved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. In accordance with the family's wishes, a private funeral service was held at St Mary's Star of the Sea. The family sincerely thanks everyone for their love, support, and messages during this time. Evans Funeral Service Ltd FDANZ www.evansfuneral.co.nz
Browse all 51 Gisborne notices
- Donald GREEN
- Rosalie DOLEMAN
- Bronwynne ELLMERS
- George EBBETT
- Joy REEVES
- James KELLY
- William CORNWELL
- Margaret MUIR Memoriam
- Christopher NEWMAN
- Robert PEACHEY Memoriam
- Wesley FRANKS
- John EGAN
- David FRENCH
- Sharon HARRISON
- Paul. HURRELL
- Ken REICHENBACH Memoriam
- Anna SYMES
- Lyndon MANUEL
- Fraser WILLSON
- Damian MURPHY
- Don AVENELL
- Heather FEAST
- Neil MCARA
- Elizabeth Williams
- Damian MURPHY
- Leonard PERANO
- Julie McPhail
- George MACKEY Memoriam
- John GRAHAM
- Steven CRAWFORD
- Wade GRAVE
- Lena HUSSEY
- Terrance O'CONNELL Memoriam
- Lorraine GRAVE
- Constance UTTING
- Brian CAMERON
- Kerry TATTERSFIELD
- Warren MARSHALL
- Love JOHN
- George STANLEY
- Caroline SMITH
- Kevin MITCHELL
- Tim BURKE
- Myles WALTERS
- Frances SHIELDS
- John BYRNE
- Geoffery CAMPBELL
- Suria AUKUSO
- Theresa ZAME
- Millicent PIESSE
- Brian BARRY