Robert J. Cotton Funeral Directors
697 Main Street, Palmerston North, Manawatu-Whanganui 4414, Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui, 4414
Recent notices
Linda MORRESEY
2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui
Passed away peacefully in Palmerston North on 19 September 2026. Loved loved wife of Max for 62 years. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Vivian and Ashley (Lower Hutt), Darin and Lisa (Mount Maunganui), and Shaun and Tracey (Auckland). Loved grandmother of Little Max and Camryn (Lower Hutt), Leo and Sam (Auckland), and Lucah (Mount Maunganui). Messages to Linda's family may be left on her tribute page at cottonfunerals.co.nz/funerals. A service to celebrate Linda's life will be held in the Cotton Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Saturday 26 September 2026 at 10.00am, followed by interment at Kelvin Grove Cemetery.
Pheola ROBERTSON
Manawatū-Whanganui
Peacefully at home, aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of Robbie (Eric, deceased). Loved Mum of Erica, Maurice (deceased), and Andrew. Adored Nana and Great-Nana of Aaron (deceased), Rachel, Luke, Kirsty, Alex, Lucy, William, Benji, Leo, George, Peyton, Aayla, Harper, Noah, and Maya. Messages to Pheola's family may be left on her tribute page at cottonfunerals.co.nz/funerals. A service to celebrate Pheola's life will be held in the Cotton Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Wednesday, 23 September 2026 at 1.00pm, followed by a private family cremation. For those unable to attend, Pheola's service will be livestreamed via her tribute page.
Daniel LOCKE
2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui
On Tuesday 15th September 2026 at home after a short illness. Aged 24. Dearly loved son of John and Clare (deceased). Much loved brother of Jonathan, James (deceased), and Matthew. Loved Grandson of Dave (Poppa Locke). Treasured by his uncles, aunties and cousins. Valued by his work colleagues and respected for his services to the community. No flowers please, any donations may be made to Arohanui Hospice online at arohanuihospice.org.nz Messages for the Locke family, c/- 697 Main Street, Palmerston North 4414. There is a livestream available from 10.45am, to view go to Daniel's tribute page at cottonfunerals.co.nz. A private service for Daniel will be held on Tuesday 22nd September, at 11.00am.
Joyce McEWEN
2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our much-loved Joyce on 11 September 2026, aged 101 years. Joyce was the dearly loved wife of Harold (deceased), and treasured Mum and mother-in-law of Gavin (deceased), Bruce and Carmen, Christine and Geoff, and Roger and Sanjana. Cherished Nana, Great-Nana, and Great-Great-Nana. Joyce held a special place in the hearts of her grandchildren and their families. She leaves behind treasured memories, quiet acts of kindness, and a warmth that will be remembered by many. Joyce will be remembered for her generosity, her devotion to family, and the many happy moments she shared with those around her. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Messages to Joyce's family may be left at cottonfunerals.co.nz/funerals where the livestream can also be viewed. A service to celebrate Joyce's life will be held in the Cotton's Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Friday 25 September 2026 at 1.00pm.
Ruth MORRISON
2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui
Passed away at home on Thursday 10 September 2026, aged 73 years. Only daughter of the late Noelene and Des. Sister of Derek, Geoff and Roger. Very special friend of Jenny, Barry, Emma and Julie Hunt. Tributes for Ruth may be left via cottonfunerals.co.nz/funerals. A service to celebrate Ruth's life will be held in the Cotton's Chapel, 697 Main Street, Palmerston North, on Thursday 17 September 2026, at 10.00am, followed by interment at Maxwell Cemetery, State Highway 3, Pākaraka, Whanganui, at 1.30pm.
Douglas HARRISON
2026 · Manawatū-Whanganui
On Monday 31st August 2026 peacefully at home, aged 90. Dearly loved husband of Joyce. Loved father and father-in-law of Dereck and Yukari, Quentin and Emma, Jessica and Rob. Grandpa Doug of Kosuke, Kenny, Claire, Lucy, and Cooper. A service for Doug will be held in the Kelvin Grove Crematorium Chapel, James Line, Palmerston North, on Friday 4th September 2026 at 1.00pm.