Wairarapa death notices & obituaries
Recent death notices and obituaries from across Wairarapa, including Masterton and Carterton — updated daily. You can also submit a notice, browse Wairarapa funeral directors, or read our guides below.
Mizpah HUNT
2026 · Wairarapa
Of Martinborough. On 10th August 2026, peacefully at Roseneath Lifecare, Carterton, surrounded by her family. Aged 91. Loved wife of the late Charles. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Stephanie and Maurice Edge, Miriam and Phil Gates, and Adam and Corina Hunt. Grandmother of Justin and Killarney, Quinton and Peps, Luke and Sirena, Emilene, Shelby, Keanu and Teaana-Jade. Great-grandmother of Mikara, Koby, Millie-Rose, Jalen, Layla, Nyjah and Winter-Jade. Godmother to Trudy Ahipene. Special thanks to her caregivers Karen, Tracey and Rachel. In accordance with Mizpah's wishes, a private service has been held. Messages to the Hunt family, C/- PO Box 185, Carterton 5743, or visit Mizpah's tributes page at www.tributes.co.nz.
Pauline TE MAARI
Wairarapa
On this day 20 years ago Mum passed away quietly surrounded by family. Still deeply missed and treasured.
Margaret ORANGE
2026 · Wairarapa
On 13 August 2026, peacefully at home with family. Aged 98. Adored wife of Bill for 72 years. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Joan and Hedley Aitken, John and Colleen, Kathleen and Rick Field, Mark and Kirsty (and the late Susan), Andrew and Dianne, Jillian and Cecil Wood. Loved Nana of 19 and Great-Nana of 17. A loved sister, sister-in-law and auntie of many. In lieu of flowers a donation to either Caritas NZ or Challenge 2000 would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Sincere thanks to Dr John Gordon, Karyn Percy, the Carers, Access Workers, Palliative Care Team and everyone else that helped care for Margaret over the years. A farewell celebration of Margaret's life will be held in the Richmond Chapel, Richmond Rd, Carterton, on Friday, 21 August 2026, at 11.00am, followed by private cremation. Livestreaming via www.richmondfuneralhome.co.nz Messages to the Orange family, C/- PO Box 185, Carterton 5743, or may be left on her tribute page.
Vera HARVEY
2026 · Wairarapa
On 8th August 2026 at Wairarapa Village, peacefully surrounded by family. Treasured wife of Peter (dec). A dearly loved mother, Grandma and Great-Grandma. As per Vera's wishes, a private service has been held. Messages to the Harvey family C/- PO Box 185, Carterton 5743 or can be left on Vera's tribute page at www.tributes.co.nz. Goodbye Darling x
Duncan ADAIR
2026 · Wairarapa
On 6th August 2026 after short illness, aged 78 years. Beloved partner and soulmate of Cheryl for 50 years. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Dawn and Paul, Gordon and Shanta and Gabriel (deceased). Loved fun uncle of Mandy, Julia, John, Robyn, Judy and Geoffrey. Father and father-in-law of Paul and Karen, and grandfather of Tyler and Samantha. According to Duncan's wishes a family celebration has been held.
Ian KEATS
2026 · Wairarapa
MNZM Passed away peacefully on 11 August 2026. Dearly loved husband of Judy. Treasured father of Deb and the late Evan. Adored stepfather of Jane, Stuart and Andrew, and their partners. Beloved Grampy to all his grandchildren and great-grandchild. Donations would be appreciated to the Shear History Trust 06 0689 0163116 00. (The Wool Shed Museum). A Celebration for the Father of the Golden Shears will be held at the Masterton War Memorial Stadium, 2 Dixon Street North, Masterton, on Wednesday 19 August at 1.00pm. To watch via livestream https://www.np.co.nz/watch/keats
Philip PATTERSON
2026 · Wairarapa
72 years of a life well-lived. Phil died at home on Monday 10th August 2026 with his family by his side. Loved husband of Lyn. Loving father to Anna and Jamie, father-in-law of Richard. Treasured Pippy of Nina, Drew and Dara. Cherished son of the late May and Jamie. Loved only brother of Rose Clement, Heather Styris, and the late Diane Blake, Yvonne Bright and Sandra Kerewaro. Loved brother-in-law, Uncle, cousin and friend. Feet on the earth, eyes on the sky, he's taken his final flight Phil's farewell will be held in The Village Chapel, 4-6 High Street, Kuripuni, Masterton, on Thursday 13th August at 1.00pm. The service can be watched at garypickeringfunerals.co.nz/notices
Ian LAMBESS
2026 · Wairarapa
On August 7, 2026 peacefully at Lansdown Court, Masterton, aged 76 years. Much loved husband of the late Ruth. Cherished father and father-in-law of Nigel, Sharon (deceased) and Gerard Penman, Adrian and Raluca, and Bevan. Loved Grandad of Alex, Nicholas, Louis, Gemma, Madeline and Amelia. A service to celebrate Ian's life will be held in Wairarapa Funeral Services Chapel, 35 Lincoln Road, Masterton, on Thursday August 13, at 11.00am, followed by burial at Riverside Park Lawn Cemetery, Masterton.
Kevin CUNNINGHAM
2026 · Wairarapa
On August 6, 2026, peacefully at Wairarapa Hospital, Masterton, aged 79 years. Much loved husband of Eileen. Cherished father and father-in-law of Tony and Helen, Danny and Debbie, Scott and Dearnn, Kim, and Kalan. Loved Grandad of 9 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the nurses, doctors, caregivers and Wellington Free Ambulance for their care of Kevin. A private family farewell for Kevin will be held.
Rawiri KAUKAU
2026 · Wairarapa
Surrounded by family and friends, at home on 6 August 2026. Gone "Home" to Spirit and Tipuna. Loved soulmate and best friend of Donna. Loving father of Olliver, Jayde and Natasha, and devoted Koro to his mokopuna. Loved brother, uncle and friend to many. Much appreciation to the wonderful Kahukura staff and all doctors and nurses involved. Ben will be at home until tomorrow (Sunday), before travelling to Timi Kara Marae, Hawkes Bay, where his service will be held on Monday 10 August at 10.00am. Messages to the family C/- P.O. Box 185, Carterton 5743 or visit www.tributes.co.nz
Jennifer EAGLE
Wairarapa
You are in my thoughts, today, and every day. Very much missed, and still very much loved. Love Brian.
Sylvia BURGESS
2026 · Wairarapa
Of Carterton. On 1 August 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Loved wife of the late Alan. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Greg and Sue (both deceased), Shona, Matthew and Kelly, Amy and Kerry; a loved grandma and great-grandma. In accordance with Sylvia's wishes a private family service has been held. Messages to the Burgess family c/- PO Box 185, Carterton 5743 or visit www.tributes.co.nz
Browse all 77 Wairarapa notices
- Mizpah HUNT
- Pauline TE MAARI
- Margaret ORANGE
- Vera HARVEY
- Duncan ADAIR
- Ian KEATS
- Philip PATTERSON
- Ian LAMBESS
- Kevin CUNNINGHAM
- Rawiri KAUKAU
- Jennifer EAGLE
- Sylvia BURGESS
- Vilna HEAZLEWOOD
- Linda BUCHAN
- Robin BEACH
- Collins BROWN
- Andrea CLARKE
- Heather GOODIN
- Beverley KNOWLES
- Wayne GRAY
- Porotiti RIMENE
- Robert HODGE
- June GAIN
- Terence PETERSON
- Charles CHAMLEY
- Patricia MORAN
- Jennifer PEACOCK
- Charmaine SEMMENS
- Michael WALSHE
- Brian McLENNAN
- Lindy WILLIAMSON
- June LAMBESS
- Patricia MacGREGOR
- Allen DONALD
- David TUNNICLIFFE
- David DAVENPORT
- Campbell SPEEDY
- Jennifer ROSE
- Ian CAMPBELL
- memory In
- Margaret VEENEMAN
- Margaret ALECOCK
- Judith GRIFFITHS
- Whitney GRIFFITHS
- Lorraine HALL
- Joyce COOPER
- Barbara DOBSON
- Bridget POUND
- Cyril REYNOLDS
- Michael NELSON
- Robert KING
- William COOK
- Len MORGAN
- Vivienne BRENNAN
- Margaret SAVAGE
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- Robin BRIGGS
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- Carole HENSON
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- Faye JACKSON
- Elizabeth BASSETT
- Frederick BURLING
- Nola HOUGHTON
- Jonathan BELCHER
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- Graeme SAUNDERS
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- Susan WILSON