Ninness Funeral Home
17 Kenepuru Drive, Porirua, Wellington 5022, Porirua, Wellington, 5022
Recent notices
Erica NEWTON
2026 · Wellington
Peacefully at Churtonleigh Private Hospital on 15 September 2026. Erica, dearly loved wife of David, and aunt/great-aunt of her many nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to attend a funeral service for Erica at the Ninness Funeral Home Chapel, 17 Kenepuru Drive, Porirua, at 2.00pm on Tuesday 29 September 2026, followed by a private cremation. At rest.
Jo-Anne McGREGOR
2026 · Wellington
Passed peacefully after a short illness, on Monday 14th September 2026. Cherished mother to Dillon and Ben. Loving grandma to John, Sal and Lachlan. Jo was a treasured friend to many. We will gather to farewell Jo on Friday 18 September 2026 at Ninness Funeral Home, 17 Kenepuru Drive, Porirua, at 11.00am. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity close to your heart would be appreciated.
David MILLER
2026 · Wellington
Passed on 12th September 2026, aged 79 years, after stoically facing his final days. An adored father of Debbie, Michelle, Lisa, and Robert, and of their families, of his grandchildren, and his great-grandchildren. The brother and brother-in-law who will be deeply missed by Peter and Jill, Craig and Donna. A devoted family man, loyal mate, a JP, and a people person who was generous with his time. An accomplished brass bandsman and proud participant in the NZ marching community. A celebration of David's life will be held at the Salvation Army Hall, 11 Durham Street, Levin, on Friday 18th September 2026 at 1.30pm. In accordance with David's wishes, Levin and Districts Brass will lead a massed band at this service to celebrate. Other brass musicians are welcome to join, please contact secretary.levinbrass@gmail.com Communications to David's family c/- Ninness Funeral Home, ph: 04 237 4174, Email: info@ninness.co.nz
Ruth PICKERING
2026 · Wellington
On 7th September 2026, died peacefully at Home, Heretaunga, aged 46 years. Beloved and respected member of the Daughters of Our Lady of Compassion for 11 years. Loved daughter of the late Basil and the late Matilda Pickering, loved sister of Antoinette, John, Albert, Katherine, Marie and Warren. Much loved aunt to her nephews and nieces. May she rest in peace. A Vigil will be held at Our Lady's Home of Compassion Chapel, Island Bay, on Thursday 17th September at 6.30pm. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated at the same Chapel on Friday 18th September at 11.00am, followed by interment at Karori Cemetery. The Requiem Mass will be livestreamed - please email info@ninness.co.nz for link details. Tributes for Sister Ruth can be left in her Tribute book at www.remembered.co.nz
Marianne HESP
2026 · Wellington
Born 11 November 1937, Wellington. Died 20 August 2026, Porirua. Much loved mother of Kerry (deceased), Tim, Cheri, Maria, Danny (deceased), Donna and Casey, and beloved Nan to her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A service will be held on Monday, 24 August, at 2.30pm at Ninness Funeral Chapel, 17 Kenepuru Drive, Porirua. Loved, remembered and much missed
Michael DUNCAN
2026 · Wellington
Passed away suddenly at home on 14 June 2026 surrounded by his family. Dearly loved husband of Christine; wonderful dad of Avril and Brent, Bridget and Oliver, Matthew and Nicky, David and Kylie, Helen and Joe, Simon and Tuaine; grandad of Vincent and Sarah, Zac and Victoria, Ally, Zoe and Cory, Elijah, Jacob and Nattaly, Charlie, Tyler, Harry, Ryder, Seth, Ava, Isaac, Bella, Erica, Carter, Sammy, and Mateo; great-grandad of Sadie and Bobby; loved son, brother, uncle and Councillor Extraordinaire!!! May He Rest in Peace The family would like to express our deepest appreciation for the amazing work of the first responders. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wellington Free Ambulance (www.wfa.org.nz/donate) would be appreciated. A Service to celebrate his life will be held in Te Rauparaha Arena, 17a Parumoana Street, Porirua, on Monday 22 June at 11.00am, and thereafter interment at Whenua Tapu Cemetery. The service will be livestreamed, www.ninness.co.nz/livestreams