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Northland death notices & obituaries

Recent death notices and obituaries from across Northland, including Whangārei and Kerikeri — updated daily. You can also submit a notice, browse Northland funeral directors, or read our guides below.

77 notices

Lois CULLEN

2026 · Northland

CULLEN, Lois Margaret. Passed away peacefully on the 13th August 2026 at Rimu Park aged 94 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ian, treasured Mum of Rose and Peter, Jenny and Mike, adored Nana of Lochlan, Tara, Susanna, and Teresa and little Nana of Evie, Owen, and Zephi. Special thanks to the staff and residents of Rimu Park for their love and care over the past four years. A funeral will be held at Newberrys Funeral Home, Whangarei, on Friday 21st August 2026 at 12pm.

Died 13 August 2026Posted 16 August 2026

Anna KLEIN

2026 · Northland

KLEIN, Anna Joy. Passed away peacefully on 11 August 2026, aged 87 years. Wife of Noel, and mother and mother-in- law of Catherine (deceased) and Steven, Richard and Carla, James and Johanna, Andrew and Lavinia, and Fran. Grand mother of 16 grand children and great- grandmother of 5 great-grandchildren. Anna was loved by all who knew her. Her warmth, generosity, and love for her family and friends will be deeply missed. A service to celebrate Anna's life will be held at Maunu Crematorium, Whangarei, this Saturday 15 August at 12.30pm. Forever loved, forever remembered. A Graceful Undertaking 09 988 9502

Died 11 August 2026Posted 14 August 2026

Gwynfa SEYMOUR

1943 – 2026 · Northland

SEYMOUR, Gwynfa Mary. 14th January 1943 - 8th August 2026 Passed away surrounded by Love 8th August 2026 aged 83. Dearly Loved Wife and soulmate of Bob. Much Loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Kaylie and Greg and Brian (Dec.) Adored Grams of Alex, Daytona, Leah, Ben, Luke and Madi and Great Grams to Carter, Lakyn, Enzo and Stella. A Service for Gwyn will be held at Southern Rugby Club, Te Kopuru on Friday 14th August at 1pm.

Died 8 August 2026Posted 13 August 2026

Kim. GYTON

2026 · Northland

GYTON, Kim. On 8th August 2026, aged 66 years. Loved husband and soul mate of Linda. Loved father and father-in-law of Mel and Brendon, and Rachel. Adored Poppa of Amelia, Oakley, Declan, and Hunter. In lieu of floral tributes donations can be made to the Whangarei Heads Fire Service. A service for Kim will be held at the Chapel of Morris & Morris Funerals, (entrance 17 Western Hills Drive) Whau Valley, Whangarei, on Saturday 15th August 2026 at 1:00pm. All communications to The Gyton Family' c/- PO Box 8043, Kensington, Whangarei 0145.

Died 8 August 2026Posted 13 August 2026

William HIGGINS

Northland

HIGGINS, William (Bill). Bill passed away on 8th August aged 92 years. Much loved husband to the late Bunty and father to Ian, Graeme and Fin and their respective families. Special thanks to all the staff at Halldene Rest Home, Red Beach who got to know Bill over the last year and helped to make his life more comfortable. As per Bill's wishes a private cremation has been held. "Haway bonnie lad"

Posted 13 August 2026

Kevin NASH

Northland

NASH, Kevin Michael. Dearly loved brother of Mary Montgomery and Joanne Nash and families. At peace, fly high Kevin. Reunited with Mum, Dad and Greg.

Posted 12 August 2026

Kevin NASH

2026 · Northland

NASH, Kevin Michael. Passed away on 7th August 2026 with family by his side, aged 75. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Lyn. Much loved father and father-in-law of Craig and Ange, Bryce and Charlene. Much loved Pop to Charli, Milla, Bianca, and Marcus. A service for Kevin will be held at Dargaville Lighthouse Function Centre, Harding Park, on Thursday 13th August 2026 at 1 pm. All communication c/o Nash Family, PO Box 306, Dargaville 0340. *Forever in our hearts*

Died 7 August 2026Posted 11 August 2026

Linda CROSSETT

2026 · Northland

CROSSETT, Linda Jane. Passed away peacefully 3rd August 2026. Will be sadly missed by her family and friends. A private service will be held.

Died 3 August 2026Posted 9 August 2026

Jennifer COLLYER

Northland

COLLYER, Jennifer Anne. To all those who have made Jenny's life so full of love; we would like to announce her passing, sadly, during the early hours of Tuesday morning at Dargaville hospital. Beloved mother to Raewyn, Diane and Nigel. Very loved Grandmother to 14. Great grandmother to 22. She is lying at 91 Hokianga Road. The service will take place at 11am Friday 7th August at Dargaville RSA, 26 Hokianga road. Jenny will then be buried at Mount Wesley cemetery at 1pm. The reception is following the service and burial and will be held back at the Dargaville RSA. Dargaville Funeral Services 09 439 8016

Posted 7 August 2026

Pamela RAGGETT

1935 – 2026 · Northland

RAGGETT, Pamela. 14/04/1935 - 01/08/2026 Died peacefully, aged 91. Amazing marriage to her husband of over 50 years, Rev John Raggett. Gorgeous Mum to Russell, Joanne and Fiona. Plus grandchildren and great grand children. Memorial service to be advised. The family would like to thank all the staff at Shalom Rest Home for the love and care they provided to our Mum.

Died 1 August 2026Posted 7 August 2026

Elizabeth ANTONOVICH

2026 · Northland

Antonovich, Elizabeth Louisea (Lou) (Nee Belk). It is with deep sadness we advise the peaceful passing of Lou on Friday 31 July 2026, aged 86 years. Beloved wife and soulmate of the late Ivan Antonovich. Cherished and loved mother of Marilyn, Sheree and Dean and their partners. Special Nana to Hayden and Abbey. Adored great Nana to Jayden, Kayla, Lexis and Phoenix. Together again with her one and only true love Ivan. A service is to be held at Newberry's Funeral Home, Whangarei on Thursday 6th August 2026 at 12pm.

Died 31 July 2026Posted 6 August 2026

Alastair CORNFOOT

2026 · Northland

Cornfoot, Alastair Duncan. Passed away suddenly 2nd August 2026, aged 87 years. Dearly loved Husband of Mavis, loved Dad of Andrea and Paul, Pop of Luke and Kim, and special Poppy to Greyson. A treasured family member whose love, kindness and gentle spirit touched the lives of all who knew him. A celebration of Alastair's life will be held Wednesday 5th August, 1pm at St John's Golden Church, 149 Kamo Road, Whangarei. MEMORIES are the way we hold on to the ones we love.

Died 2 August 2026Posted 6 August 2026
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