Eagars Funerals
172-174 Lemon Street, Strandon, New Plymouth, Taranaki 4312, New Plymouth, Taranaki, 4312
Recent notices
Renske STRAMPEL
2026 · Taranaki
Peacefully at Tainui Rest Home on Sunday 9 August 2026, aged 97. Dearly loved wife of the late Hank. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Tina (dec) & Les Wilson, Jeff & Robyn, Shirley & Lionel Rowe, and Caroline and Craig Nolly. Cherished Oma of her 12 grandchildren and her 24 great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank the staff and friends at Tainui Rest Home for their love and care of Renske. Messages to Renske's Family may be left on her tribute page at eagars.co.nz/renske. As Renske requested, a private service has been held.
David LUSK
2026 · Taranaki
Peacefully with his loving wife and soulmate, Raewyn, by his side, at Jean Sandel Rest Home on Wednesday 12 August 2026, aged 83. Loved and respected Dad of Mark & Dianne, Jo & Lloyd Morgan, and Paul & Chell. Fun loving Grandad of Cam & Sam, Ben, Taine & Sam, and Blake & Bella, and Great-Grandad of Luka. David was a loving family man, loyal to his friends and community. He will be dearly missed by many. Messages to the Lusk Family may be left on David's tribute page at eagars.co.nz/david. In accordance with David's wishes, a private cremation has been held.
Joan MOULDEN
2026 · Taranaki
Peacefully at Riverside Rest Home on Friday 14 August 2026, aged 87. Dearly loved wife of the late Ron. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Gaye & Paul Hopkins, Raylene, and Sharon & Carl Houghton. Treasured Nana of her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Messages to the Moulden Family may be left on Joan's tribute page at eagars.co.nz/joan. A service to celebrate Joan's life will be held at Eagars Te Henui Chapel, 46 Watson Street, New Plymouth, on Wednesday 19 August 2026 at 1.30pm, followed by her burial at Awanaui Cemetery
Garry WOOD
2026 · Taranaki
Surrounded by family at Taranaki Hospice on Thursday 6 August 2026, aged 77. Dearly loved husband of Lorna. Dad of David & Nicola, and Mark & Lilly. Poppa G to Sophia, Elyse, Riley, Julz, Ryan & Emma. Messages to the Wood Family may be left on Garry's tribute page at eagars.co.nz/garry. In accordance with Garry's wishes, a private cremation has been held.
Michael EKDAHL
2026 · Taranaki
We are heartbroken to announce our brave strong fighter lost his battle on 2nd August 2026 in the care of the amazing hospice team. Soulmate, best friend, and everything to Megan (Meg). Loyal loving friend/Dad to Ben Thom, and loved by his #1 companion Marlo. Deeply loved son of Pat and Paul Ekdahl, best bro and friend to Steve and Petreena, and loved brother to Phill and Virginia. Awesome uncle to his nieces and nephews, loved member of the Ekdahl, Moir and Pierce families. "Always and forever our Hero" Messages to the Ekdahl Family may be left on Mike's tribute page at eagars.co.nz/Mike. Respectfully, no flowers please. Mike's family warmly invite friends and family to join them in celebrating his life and honouring his 57 years at the Devon Hotel, 390 Devon Street East, New Plymouth, on Monday 10th August 2026 at 1.00pm. For those unable to attend, Mike's funeral will be livestreamed on his tribute page. "A life measured not by what was gained, but by the difference made in the lives of others."
Brian HATCHER
2026 · Taranaki
Peacefully in New Plymouth, on Tuesday 4 August 2026, aged 60. For service details go to Brian's tribute page at eagars.co.nz/brian.