Rosetown Funeral Home
262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu, Waikato 3879, Te Awamutu, Waikato, 3800
Recent notices
Dawn DEVINE
2026 · Waikato
Passed away peacefully on her 86th birthday, Thursday, 10th September 2026. Loved wife of the late Peter Devine and the late Milton Richardson. Much-loved mother and mother-in-law of Dennis & Bianca Richardson, and Barry & the late Joy Wenzlick. Treasured Nana of Courtney, Jessica, Ricky and Shontel, and a dear friend to many. Dawn will be remembered for her love of country music and for the friendship and joy she shared with those around her. Now reunited with her beloved daughter, Joy. A celebration of Dawn's life will be held at the Te Awamutu Presbyterian Centre, Mutu Street, Te Awamutu, on Wednesday, 16th September 2026 at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation. Messages to the Devine/Richardson family may be sent c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800, or left in Dawn's online tribute book at www.rosetown.co.nz.
Janice CONWAY
2026 · Waikato
Passed away after a brief illness, at Te Whare Manaaki O Tamahere, on Thursday, 10th September 2026, aged 70 years. Beloved wife and soulmate of Don for 41 amazing years. Much-loved mother and mother-in-law of Brendan, and Gareth & Paula. A treasured Nana to her six grandchildren. A service to celebrate Jan's life will be held at Te Awamutu Presbyterian Centre, Mutu Street, Te Awamutu, on Friday, 18th September 2026 at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation. Messages to the Conway Family may be sent c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800, or left in Jan's online tribute book at www.rosetown.co.nz.
Christina WEST
2026 · Waikato
Suddenly passed away at home on Monday, 7 September 2026, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of Trevor (Trev) for 37 wonderful years, and previously the much-loved wife of the late Ray Harris. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Kay & David Gauld, and Glenn & Karen Harris, and a loving stepmother to Trev's children. A very special and much-loved Grandma to her three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. At Christina's request, a private farewell has taken place. Messages to the West/Harris Family may be sent c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800, or left in Christina's online tribute book at www.rosetown.co.nz.
Sharni BUDD
Waikato
Passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of her family, aged 49 years. An amazing wife to Jamie. A fabulous mother to Casey & Liv, Jayden & Charli, Thomas, Kaitlyn, Sophie, Jesse, Frankie and Charlie, and a very special Nana to Beau. A much-loved sister, aunty and treasured family member, and a wonderful friend to so many. She will be missed for now… yet loved forever. A Memorial Service to celebrate Sharni's life will be held at Te Awamutu Bible Chapel, Chapel Drive, Te Awamutu, on Friday, 11th September 2026 at 11.00am. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to Loving Arms Charitable Trust, founded by Sharni, at www.lovingarms.org.nz. Messages to the Budd Family may be sent c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800, or left in Sharni's online tribute book at www.rosetown.co.nz.
Sharni BUDD
Hawke's Bay
BUDD, Sharni Elizabeth, (nee Williams). Aged 49 years. Daughter to Barrie and Pam Williams. Much loved wife of Jamie and mother to Casey and Liv, Jayden and Charli, Thomas, Kaitlyn, Sophie, Jesse, Frankie and Charlie. Nana (Lolly) to Beau. Beautiful sister of Tomae and Pete Hallgarth, Ali Williams and Mike and Tash Budd. Loved Aunty, family member and friend to many. Sharni was a blessing and will be so very missed. A Memorial Service to celebrate Sharni's life will be held at Te Awamutu Bible Chapel, Chapel Drive, Te Awamutu, on Friday, 11th September 2026 at 11.00am. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to Loving Arms Charitable Trust, founded by Sharni, at www. lovingarms.org.nz. Messages to the Budd Family may be sent c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800, or left in Sharni's online tribute book at www. rosetown.co.nz.
Karl LITSCHI
2026 · Waikato
Peacefully passed away at Waikato Hospital following a short illness on Monday, 31 August 2026, aged 86 years. Dearly loved and devoted husband of the late Febe. Much loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle. Karl missed his beloved Febe deeply, and there is comfort in knowing they are together once more. Together again, where you belong. A service to celebrate Karl's life will be held at St Patrick's Catholic Church, Alexandra St, Te Awamutu, on Tuesday, 8 September 2026, at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation. Messages to the Litschi Family may be sent c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800, or left in Karl's online tribute book at www.rosetown.co.nz.