Manawatū-Whanganui death notices & obituaries

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

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.

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

Thomas SPRY

2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui

SPRY, Thomas Antione (Tom). Of Rangataua, Ohakune. Peacefully surrounded by his family in the Whanganui Hospital on Sunday 27 September 2026. Aged 84 years. Loving husband of the late Anne, and loved father and father in law of Dawn and Rii, Jude and Jag, Glen and Victoria, Miriam and Dave. Loved grandad of Zak, Cam, Matthew (deceased), Jordan, Eva, Ryann, and Sierra. Loved great granddad of William, Amelia, Jackson, and Mckenna. "Gone for his last hunt, a legend is now at rest" A celebration of Tom's life will be held at the Ohakune Rugby clubrooms on Friday 2nd October 2026 at 1pm, followed by burial in the Ohakune Cemetery. Bennetts Taihape Funeral Services 06 3880452

Nancy GORDON

1939 – 2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui

GORDON, Nancy Patricia (Pat). 21st October 1939 - 24th September 2026 Dearly loved wife of Huia (deceased) and mother of Catherine (deceased). Loved sister of Shirley, Dorothy and John. Loved aunt of her nephews and nieces. Private cremation to be held. Memorial service to be held at a later date.

Lesley LAMBERT

Manawatū-Whanganui

Of Palmerston North. Loved so deeply by her daughters Kirsten and Raine, son-in-law Craig, and her beautiful granddaughters Lauren and Ella. "The song is ended, but the melody lingers on." - Irving Berlin Family and friends are invited to attend Lesley's funeral service at Lychway Funeral Directors, 5 Roy St, Palmerston North, on Thursday 1st October at 1.00pm. Following the service, family and friends are warmly invited to gather at The Willow Tavern from 2.15pm for refreshments and to share memories of Lesley. Messages to Lesley's family can be emailed to lesley.memories@gmail.com

Elaine BURNETT-SMITH

2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui

On 26 September 2026, peacefully, at Taupo Hospital. Aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of Arthur Burnett, and the late Neil Smith. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Andrea Hockly and partner David Gladwin, Lloyd Hockly (deceased), and Dean and Sandra Higgins-Smith. Loved stepmother and stepmother-in-law of Kevin and Catherine Burnett, Greg and Mary Burnett, Lynne and Kevin Smith, and Anne Doughty and partner Evan Green. Much loved Nana of Sam Hockly, Jessica Hockly, George Higgins-Smith, and Andre Higgins-Smith. Great-grandmother of Rosie and Sadie. A private cremation has been held. A Memorial Service to celebrate Elaine's life will be held at Acacia Court, 2 Jarden Mile, Taupo, on 17 October at 2.00pm. Communications to The Burnett-Smith Family, c/- PO Box 940, Taupo 3351.

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Manawatū-Whanganui

Gloria SHAW

2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 23 September 2026, aged 80 years. Dearly loved wife of John. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Ian and Clair, Jonathan and Racheal, and Louise and Paul. Cherished grandmother and great-grandmother. All messages to the Shaw family, C/- 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North 4414. In accordance with Gloria's wishes, a private service has been held.

Patricia CARTHEW

2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui

Passed away peacefully and surrounded by love on Friday 25 September 2026, aged 84 years. Devoted wife to the late Peter. Treasured and amazing Mum to Ann, John, and Michelle. An adored Nana and Great-Nana, and dearly loved sister of Robin. Messages for Trish's family may be left via cottonfunerals.co.nz/funerals. Sincere gratitude to all the staff of Arohanui Hospice. In accordance with Trish's wishes, a private cremation has been held.

Patricia GORE

2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui

Passed away as a result of a car accident in Levin on her way to work on Thursday 24 September 2026, aged 18 years. Dearly loved daughter of Shane Gore, Jittri Aroonruang and her New Zealand mum Kim Hercoe. Loved sister to Jessica Gore, Michael Gore and Danielle Hercoe. All messages to the Gore family, c/- 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Milson, Palmerston North 4414. A service for Patricia will be held at Beauchamp Crematorium Chapel, 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North 4414, on Saturday 3 October 2026 at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation.

Kevin WESTWOOD

2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui

On 22 September 2026, Kevin passed away peacefully at Pacific Coast Village, Papamoa, after a long illness. Dearly loved husband of Gaye, and much loved father and father-in-law of Dion and Jo; Todd and Anna. Loved Pop to Emily, Jake, Ben, Bill and Lucy. A funeral service for Kevin will be held on Saturday 10 October 2026 at 2.00pm at Kelvin Grove Cemetery Chapel, 118 James Line, Palmerston North, followed by burial. Kevin's Family wish to thank the team at Te Manaaki – Pacific Coast Village for their outstanding care and respect shown to Kevin, over the last 3 years. Tributes for Kevin's Family may be left at www.legacyfunerals.co.nz/s/westwood Communications to the Kevin Westwood Family, C/- Legacy Funerals, PO Box 3136, Tauranga 3142.