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Leo Kingsley Felix Dep
(Kingsley).
Passed peacefully on July 22, 2020 at Atawhai, with family by his side. Aged 85 years.
Dearly loved husband of Therese for 57 years.
Much loved and cherished father and father-in-law of Rosanne and Raj , and Suzanne and Tony.
Loved and adored Poppa to six grandchildren: Rebecca, Jessica, Antonia, Drew, Sophia and Ravi, and one great grandchild: Isaiah.
Special thanks to the all the caregivers, nursing and medical staff at the Miller Wing of Atawhai Rest Home, Taradale and the oncologists from Palmerston North Hospital.
A Requiem Mass for Kingsley was celebrated at St Mary’s Catholic Church, 58 Osier Road, Napier on Monday, July 27 at 11am, followed by interment at the Western Hills Cemetery. A Rosary was recited in the Church on Sunday, July 26 at 6.30pm.
In lieu of flowers, a donation in Kingsley’s memory to Save The Children Fund was collected.
A tribute to Kingsley or a message to his family can be left via www.dunstalls.co.nz or C/o PO Box 1055, Napier 4140.
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Service was held on
27 Jul 2020 at 11:00 AM.
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Chanaka Perera 27 Jul 2020
You are Always Loved and Never Forgotten May your soul Rest in Peace From Sister Patsy / Asoka Chithra and Family members in Sri Lanka
Leo Kingsley Felix Dep
(Kingsley).
Passed peacefully on July 22, 2020 at Atawhai, with family by his side. Aged 85 years.
Dearly loved husband of Therese for 57 years.
Much loved and cherished father and father-in-law of Rosanne and Raj , and Suzanne and Tony.
Loved and adored Poppa to six grandchildren: Rebecca, Jessica, Antonia, Drew, Sophia and Ravi, and one great grandchild: Isaiah.
Special thanks to the all the caregivers, nursing and medical staff at the Miller Wing of Atawhai Rest Home, Taradale and the oncologists from Palmerston North Hospital.
A Requiem Mass for Kingsley was celebrated at St Mary’s Catholic Church, 58 Osier Road, Napier on Monday, July 27 at 11am, followed by interment at the Western Hills Cemetery. A Rosary was recited in the Church on Sunday, July 26 at 6.30pm.
In lieu of flowers, a donation in Kingsley’s memory to Save The Children Fund was collected.
A tribute to Kingsley or a message to his family can be left via www.dunstalls.co.nz or C/o PO Box 1055, Napier 4140.
Service
Service was held on
27 Jul 2020 at 11:00 AM.
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Chanaka Perera 27 Jul 2020
You are Always Loved and Never Forgotten May your soul Rest in Peace From Sister Patsy / Asoka Chithra and Family members in Sri Lanka
Leo Kingsley Felix Dep
Marion Gilmore
Dearly loved wife of John for 54 years. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Erin and John, Bede and Karen. Grammy to Ben, Zoe, Isaac, Maia, Abraham, Solomon, Malachi, Hannah(deceased), Elijah, Macy and Mia.
Special thanks to Drs Radford, Tamatea Medical Centre and Princess Alexandra Hospital.
Requiem Mass for Marion was celebrated at St Mary’s Catholic Church, 58 Osier Road, Napier on Friday 24 July at 11am, followed by private cremation.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to Malaghan Institute of Medical Research was collected.
Messages to the Gilmore family, c/o PO Box 1055, Napier 4140.
Service
Service was held on
24 Jul 2020 at 11:00 AM.
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Marion Gilmore
Dearly loved wife of John for 54 years. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Erin and John, Bede and Karen. Grammy to Ben, Zoe, Isaac, Maia, Abraham, Solomon, Malachi, Hannah(deceased), Elijah, Macy and Mia.
Special thanks to Drs Radford, Tamatea Medical Centre and Princess Alexandra Hospital.
Requiem Mass for Marion was celebrated at St Mary’s Catholic Church, 58 Osier Road, Napier on Friday 24 July at 11am, followed by private cremation.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to Malaghan Institute of Medical Research was collected.
Messages to the Gilmore family, c/o PO Box 1055, Napier 4140.
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Service was held on
24 Jul 2020 at 11:00 AM.
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Marion Gilmore
Elizabeth Mary Tait
QSO OStJ
Loved sister of the late Calvert and Joyce.
Loved aunt of John, Peter, Ruth, David, and Susan. Loved great aunt and great-great aunt.
A service to celebrate Mary’s life will be held at St John’s Cathedral on Thursday July 23, 2020 at 1pm. Followed by interment at Wharerangi Cemetery.
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Service was held on
23 Jul 2020 at 01:00 PM.
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Judith 22 Jul 2020
Mary we are going to miss our visits to you when ever we go to HB..
It's always been one of the visits that was important to us..Enjoy your catch ups with those that went upstairs before you..Go with our love...Judith and Keith TeAwamutu.
Judith. 22 Jul 2020
Sorry we are unable to with everyone at your send off from this place..Mary we will miss our visits to you when we are in Hawkes Bay. It's always been one of the visits we cant miss. Enjoy the catch ups with those that are waiting for you upstairs. Go with our Love...Judith and Keith Te Awamutu...
Elizabeth Mary Tait
QSO OStJ
Loved sister of the late Calvert and Joyce.
Loved aunt of John, Peter, Ruth, David, and Susan. Loved great aunt and great-great aunt.
A service to celebrate Mary’s life will be held at St John’s Cathedral on Thursday July 23, 2020 at 1pm. Followed by interment at Wharerangi Cemetery.
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Service was held on
23 Jul 2020 at 01:00 PM.
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Judith 22 Jul 2020
Mary we are going to miss our visits to you when ever we go to HB..
It's always been one of the visits that was important to us..Enjoy your catch ups with those that went upstairs before you..Go with our love...Judith and Keith TeAwamutu.
Judith. 22 Jul 2020
Sorry we are unable to with everyone at your send off from this place..Mary we will miss our visits to you when we are in Hawkes Bay. It's always been one of the visits we cant miss. Enjoy the catch ups with those that are waiting for you upstairs. Go with our Love...Judith and Keith Te Awamutu...
Elizabeth Mary Tait
Peter John Ireland
Suddenly passed away peacefully on July 15 2020, with his loving wife Diana at his side. Aged 76years.
Dearly loved husband of Diana, adored and respected father and father in law of Chris and Leanne (Perth), Adrian and Michele, Rachel and Gary (Port Douglas), Gavin and Lisa (Perth).
Wonderful poppy to his 15 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
A service to celebrate Peter’s life was held in The Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Edwardes Street, Napier on Thursday July 23, 2020 at 11:30am. Followed by interment at Western Hills Cemetery. All messages to the Ireland family C/o PO Box 1055, Napier, 4140.
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Service was held on
23 Jul 2020 at 11:30 AM.
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Kieran Ireland 24 Jul 2020
Peter was an amazing dad, grandfather, and friend to us all, he shared with us his love, his wisdom, and his natural medicine and creams especially when it came to my mosquito bites. I love you pop and there will never be a day that goes by where I am not thinking of you, love you always and Rest In Peace Xx
Brian & Beverly Sydney Austalia 22 Jul 2020
What a great guy we have know him for many years when he lived in Sydney.Stayed at his house when in Perth and then Hastings what a host Peter and Dianne where.He will be greatly missed and luckily we only spoke to them both the day before.
Rest in peace mate
Peter William Middleton 22 Jul 2020
A caring, amiable guy with a wealth of knowledge. I count myself fortunate to have been in his company and always enjoyed our conversations. My heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.
Peter John Ireland
Suddenly passed away peacefully on July 15 2020, with his loving wife Diana at his side. Aged 76years.
Dearly loved husband of Diana, adored and respected father and father in law of Chris and Leanne (Perth), Adrian and Michele, Rachel and Gary (Port Douglas), Gavin and Lisa (Perth).
Wonderful poppy to his 15 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
A service to celebrate Peter’s life was held in The Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Edwardes Street, Napier on Thursday July 23, 2020 at 11:30am. Followed by interment at Western Hills Cemetery. All messages to the Ireland family C/o PO Box 1055, Napier, 4140.
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Service was held on
23 Jul 2020 at 11:30 AM.
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Kieran Ireland 24 Jul 2020
Peter was an amazing dad, grandfather, and friend to us all, he shared with us his love, his wisdom, and his natural medicine and creams especially when it came to my mosquito bites. I love you pop and there will never be a day that goes by where I am not thinking of you, love you always and Rest In Peace Xx
Brian & Beverly Sydney Austalia 22 Jul 2020
What a great guy we have know him for many years when he lived in Sydney.Stayed at his house when in Perth and then Hastings what a host Peter and Dianne where.He will be greatly missed and luckily we only spoke to them both the day before.
Rest in peace mate
Peter William Middleton 22 Jul 2020
A caring, amiable guy with a wealth of knowledge. I count myself fortunate to have been in his company and always enjoyed our conversations. My heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.
Peter John Ireland
Robert Bruce Williams
(Bob).
Peacefully at home. Beloved husband of Fiona for 58 years, father and father-in-law of Denise and Chris, Michael and Rona, Sandra and Shane, David and Tracey. Much loved Grandfather to Brett, Cheye, Mitchell, Jayden, Joseph, Daniel, Shon, Ella, Elexsus, Elisana and to his nine great grandchildren.
A special thank you for the support given to Bob and the family by Cranford Hospice and Healthcare.
A celebration of Bob’s life was held in the Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Edwardes Street, Napier on Thursday, July 9, 2020 at 1pm followed by interment at Western Hills Cemetery.
A donation in Bob’s memory to Cranford Hospice would be appreciated and can be left via www.cranfordhospice.org.nz
A tribute to Bob or a message to his family can be left via www.dunstalls.co.nz or C/o PO Box 1055, Napier 4140.
Service
Service was held on
09 Jul 2020 at 01:00 PM.
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Anne Finnie (née Thomas) 10 Jul 2020
Dear Fiona
Remembering the times that you & Bob enjoyed being part of the Mara & Tiraumea communities. May the memories of love & laughter bring you and your family comfort at this time.
Regards
Anne & Garth Finnie
Margaret Nuttall 09 Jul 2020
Sincere condolences to Fiona and family. I met Fiona and Bob at Parkinson’s exercise classes. Bob was a devoted husband and helped Fiona in every aspect of her care. His strength and compassion was very evident.
Cheryl Quirke 09 Jul 2020
Words cannot express the sorrow and sadness we feel at the loss of your Dad, Grandfather, Bob. Please accept our condolences and know that we are thinking of you.
The passing of a loved one leaves a heartache no one can heal
Love leaves a memory no one can steal
Bob will always live in your hearts and minds
Love The Quirke family - Wainuiomata
Robert Bruce Williams
(Bob).
Peacefully at home. Beloved husband of Fiona for 58 years, father and father-in-law of Denise and Chris, Michael and Rona, Sandra and Shane, David and Tracey. Much loved Grandfather to Brett, Cheye, Mitchell, Jayden, Joseph, Daniel, Shon, Ella, Elexsus, Elisana and to his nine great grandchildren.
A special thank you for the support given to Bob and the family by Cranford Hospice and Healthcare.
A celebration of Bob’s life was held in the Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Edwardes Street, Napier on Thursday, July 9, 2020 at 1pm followed by interment at Western Hills Cemetery.
A donation in Bob’s memory to Cranford Hospice would be appreciated and can be left via www.cranfordhospice.org.nz
A tribute to Bob or a message to his family can be left via www.dunstalls.co.nz or C/o PO Box 1055, Napier 4140.
Service
Service was held on
09 Jul 2020 at 01:00 PM.
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Anne Finnie (née Thomas) 10 Jul 2020
Dear Fiona
Remembering the times that you & Bob enjoyed being part of the Mara & Tiraumea communities. May the memories of love & laughter bring you and your family comfort at this time.
Regards
Anne & Garth Finnie
Margaret Nuttall 09 Jul 2020
Sincere condolences to Fiona and family. I met Fiona and Bob at Parkinson’s exercise classes. Bob was a devoted husband and helped Fiona in every aspect of her care. His strength and compassion was very evident.
Cheryl Quirke 09 Jul 2020
Words cannot express the sorrow and sadness we feel at the loss of your Dad, Grandfather, Bob. Please accept our condolences and know that we are thinking of you.
The passing of a loved one leaves a heartache no one can heal
Love leaves a memory no one can steal
Bob will always live in your hearts and minds
Love The Quirke family - Wainuiomata
Robert Bruce Williams
Jack Terence Roberts
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Service was held on
08 Jul 2020 at 02:00 PM.
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Jack Terence Roberts
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Service was held on
08 Jul 2020 at 02:00 PM.
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Jack Terence Roberts
John Heathcote Garland
Reg. No. 4212749 Flying Officer, 20 Squadron, RNZAF (Pacific).
In his 98 th year. On May 2020 at Princess Alexandra Retirement Village, Napier.
Beloved husband of the late Judy and dearly loved father and father in law of Angela and Craig Thomas of Irwell, Canterbury, and Russell and Felicity Garland, Hillsborough, Waipukurau. Loved ‘Granna’ of Philippa, Alastair, Andrew and Charlie, and Nicholas, James and Anna, and his ten great-grandchildren. Loved special friend of Elizabeth Powdrell.
A service to celebrate John’s life will be held in the Waiapu Anglican Cathedral, 28 Browning Street, Napier on Tuesday May 26, 2020 at 1.30pm, followed by a private cremation. Livestream is available at www.dunstalls.co.nz . No flowers by request.
All messages to the Garland Family may be sent C/o PO Box 1055, Napier, 4140.
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Service was held on
26 May 2020 at 01:30 PM.
John Heathcote Garland
Reg. No. 4212749 Flying Officer, 20 Squadron, RNZAF (Pacific).
In his 98 th year. On May 2020 at Princess Alexandra Retirement Village, Napier.
Beloved husband of the late Judy and dearly loved father and father in law of Angela and Craig Thomas of Irwell, Canterbury, and Russell and Felicity Garland, Hillsborough, Waipukurau. Loved ‘Granna’ of Philippa, Alastair, Andrew and Charlie, and Nicholas, James and Anna, and his ten great-grandchildren. Loved special friend of Elizabeth Powdrell.
A service to celebrate John’s life will be held in the Waiapu Anglican Cathedral, 28 Browning Street, Napier on Tuesday May 26, 2020 at 1.30pm, followed by a private cremation. Livestream is available at www.dunstalls.co.nz . No flowers by request.
All messages to the Garland Family may be sent C/o PO Box 1055, Napier, 4140.
Service
Service was held on
26 May 2020 at 01:30 PM.
John Heathcote Garland
Merrie Lavinia Leipst
Service
Service was held on
22 May 2020 at 11:00 AM.
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Donna and Phil Armstrong 20 May 2020
To Barry and Barb and family, and Jo and Colin and family - sending our love to you all as you gather together to remember your Mum and celebrate a long life...well lived. Heartfelt love and sympathy from our family to yours ??????
Merrie Lavinia Leipst
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Service was held on
22 May 2020 at 11:00 AM.
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Donna and Phil Armstrong 20 May 2020
To Barry and Barb and family, and Jo and Colin and family - sending our love to you all as you gather together to remember your Mum and celebrate a long life...well lived. Heartfelt love and sympathy from our family to yours ??????