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Miss Meg Ireland Higgs
Megs celebration of life will be held at the Napier War Memorial Centre, 48 Marine Parade, Napier at 2pm on Monday the 3rd of November 2025
Service
Service was held on
03 Nov 2025 at 02:00 PM.
Tributes
Ella Matthews 03 Nov 2025
My beautiful Meggle,
Thank you for being the truest, kindest friend. You’re a glowing sunshine girl, the way you saw this world inspires me everyday.
You are beautiful inside and out Meg, I’m so grateful for our friendship, you showed me compassion, had the bestest laughs, you let me be myself around you, I will forever hold onto all the precious silly memories I have with you. Thank you Meg, you have shared so much sparkle with me and everyone around you. You are the most special woman.
I love you so much ????????
Tony Ridley 03 Nov 2025
Rest easy gorgeous girl your wings have been earned and watch over us all x
Megan Farr 02 Nov 2025
We were so sad to hear about the passing of Meg.
Her involvement with Camp Quality was a wonderful reflection of her kind spirit. We especially appreciated that after her time as a camper, she chose to come back as a companion. It meant so much that she wanted to give another child the same special experience that she enjoyed herself.
She made a real impact on the Camp Quality community. Please accept our deepest sympathies and condolences for your loss.
From Megan and the Camp Quality Wellington Central Districts Team.
Vanessa watts 02 Nov 2025
My Darling meg I have been so honoured to walk with you from even before you were born until the day you left for your next journey .I miss you so much already and will love you until we meet again . Aunty xxxx
Danny Mills 01 Nov 2025
I remember you being a bright and happy little person at Carlyle Kindergarten. You have certainly had your challenges during your short life. I felt so honoured to meet up with you again when I received my Covid shot a few years ago. I could still see the sparkling, cheery girl I once knew. My love to your family
Miss Meg Ireland Higgs
Megs celebration of life will be held at the Napier War Memorial Centre, 48 Marine Parade, Napier at 2pm on Monday the 3rd of November 2025
Service
Service was held on
03 Nov 2025 at 02:00 PM.
Tributes
Ella Matthews 03 Nov 2025
My beautiful Meggle,
Thank you for being the truest, kindest friend. You’re a glowing sunshine girl, the way you saw this world inspires me everyday.
You are beautiful inside and out Meg, I’m so grateful for our friendship, you showed me compassion, had the bestest laughs, you let me be myself around you, I will forever hold onto all the precious silly memories I have with you. Thank you Meg, you have shared so much sparkle with me and everyone around you. You are the most special woman.
I love you so much ????????
Tony Ridley 03 Nov 2025
Rest easy gorgeous girl your wings have been earned and watch over us all x
Megan Farr 02 Nov 2025
We were so sad to hear about the passing of Meg.
Her involvement with Camp Quality was a wonderful reflection of her kind spirit. We especially appreciated that after her time as a camper, she chose to come back as a companion. It meant so much that she wanted to give another child the same special experience that she enjoyed herself.
She made a real impact on the Camp Quality community. Please accept our deepest sympathies and condolences for your loss.
From Megan and the Camp Quality Wellington Central Districts Team.
Vanessa watts 02 Nov 2025
My Darling meg I have been so honoured to walk with you from even before you were born until the day you left for your next journey .I miss you so much already and will love you until we meet again . Aunty xxxx
Danny Mills 01 Nov 2025
I remember you being a bright and happy little person at Carlyle Kindergarten. You have certainly had your challenges during your short life. I felt so honoured to meet up with you again when I received my Covid shot a few years ago. I could still see the sparkling, cheery girl I once knew. My love to your family
Miss Meg Ireland Higgs
Elaine Gwenda John
Passed away peacefully on Thursday 23 October, Aged 88, at Princess Alexandra Retirement Village.
Loved mum of Brynley and Gwyneth (Gwyn) and mum-in- law of Zoe. Loving Grandma to Colin and Sam.
Friend to many, Elaine is remembered for her love of music, her eternal optimism and her enduring faith. She always had a smile for everyone.
Finally free to fly
A service to celebrate her life will be held at the Dunstalls Memorial Chapel, Napier on Friday 31 October 2025 at 11am.
Service
Service was held on
31 Oct 2025 at 11:00 AM.
Tributes
Corrie Hughes 02 Nov 2025
My condolences to Elaine’s family. We met early in the 50’ies through Beryl. But much more recently we met at musical things and it was always fun to see her again. Much more recently I heard her choir sing and act at Eversleigh Rest Home in Hastings not too long ago and was filled with delight and admiration for her ability and charm. May she rest in peace
Lyn Jansen 31 Oct 2025
Kia ora Gwyn and Sam, That was a beautiful tribute of your mum's life Gwyn. Sorry to not be there in person to share this with you both. The photo's told a great story. The music she loved so powerful. She was quite the traveller in her early years. Beautiful stories of her constant reliability of being positive and unchanging. What an amazing effort to honour her life. Loved the stories. Hope you have some special butterfly moments and feel the peace of her being free. Pretty cool to think her and Beryl just might be reunited and hanging out. Lots of love to you both. Lyn, Chris, Coby and Bri xxxx
Elaine Gwenda John
Passed away peacefully on Thursday 23 October, Aged 88, at Princess Alexandra Retirement Village.
Loved mum of Brynley and Gwyneth (Gwyn) and mum-in- law of Zoe. Loving Grandma to Colin and Sam.
Friend to many, Elaine is remembered for her love of music, her eternal optimism and her enduring faith. She always had a smile for everyone.
Finally free to fly
A service to celebrate her life will be held at the Dunstalls Memorial Chapel, Napier on Friday 31 October 2025 at 11am.
Service
Service was held on
31 Oct 2025 at 11:00 AM.
Tributes
Corrie Hughes 02 Nov 2025
My condolences to Elaine’s family. We met early in the 50’ies through Beryl. But much more recently we met at musical things and it was always fun to see her again. Much more recently I heard her choir sing and act at Eversleigh Rest Home in Hastings not too long ago and was filled with delight and admiration for her ability and charm. May she rest in peace
Lyn Jansen 31 Oct 2025
Kia ora Gwyn and Sam, That was a beautiful tribute of your mum's life Gwyn. Sorry to not be there in person to share this with you both. The photo's told a great story. The music she loved so powerful. She was quite the traveller in her early years. Beautiful stories of her constant reliability of being positive and unchanging. What an amazing effort to honour her life. Loved the stories. Hope you have some special butterfly moments and feel the peace of her being free. Pretty cool to think her and Beryl just might be reunited and hanging out. Lots of love to you both. Lyn, Chris, Coby and Bri xxxx
Elaine Gwenda John
James Victor Vaughan
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and dogs. Aged 87
Loving husband of the late Nanette.
Loved father and father-in-law of Sam and Katie.
A service to celebrate Jame’s life will be held at the Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Napier on Thursday 9 October 2025 at 11am.
All tributes or messages to The Vaughan Family may be left at www.dunstalls.co.nz or posted C/o PO Box 1055, Napier, 4140
Service
Service was held on
09 Oct 2025 at 12:00 AM.
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James Victor Vaughan
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and dogs. Aged 87
Loving husband of the late Nanette.
Loved father and father-in-law of Sam and Katie.
A service to celebrate Jame’s life will be held at the Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Napier on Thursday 9 October 2025 at 11am.
All tributes or messages to The Vaughan Family may be left at www.dunstalls.co.nz or posted C/o PO Box 1055, Napier, 4140
Service
Service was held on
09 Oct 2025 at 12:00 AM.
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James Victor Vaughan
Elizabeth Jane Allan
Jane
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Jane on 28 September 2025. Her loss is profound particularly to her husband Ted (Edward John), and step children Joanne, Bruce and Roy. She is survived also by her sister Cushla Bocock. This loss is felt by her numerous niece's, nephews and the many others touched by her kindness and compassion.
Requiescat in Pace
A Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Patricks Catholic Church, Munroe Street, Napier on Tuesday 7th October at 12.05pm, followed by a private cremation.
All messages to Jane can be left at www.dunstalls.co.nz or posted to The Allan family C/-PO Box 1055, Napier 4140
Service
Service was held on
07 Oct 2025 at 12:00 PM.
Tributes
Donal Leonardo 07 Oct 2025
I was very sad at the news of Jane's passing. I enjoyed the many video chats with her and Ted over the years catching up on her family and the Leonardo connection. She endured many health problems but was always positive which is a testament to her character. Her service reflected this. RIP Jane.
Noreen Carlin 04 Oct 2025
Thinking of the Allan family and the extended family at this very sad time. Jane was a wonderful lady, kind and caring and very resilient. May she Rest In Peace. Love Noreen.
Leanne Kavanagh 03 Oct 2025
So sad to hear of the passing of our very special Aunty Jane. Such a resilient lady, always positive and loads of fun. So many cherished memories of our ‘cool Aunty’ when we were growing up. She held her family dear to her heart and made us all feel special. Our thoughts go out to Ted and family at this difficult time. Rest in love Aunty Jane. We will miss you xx
Fiona Carlin 03 Oct 2025
Farewell Aunty Janey. I have so many fond memories of you. You were a wonderful and caring aunty to all your nieces and nephews, and you will be deeply missed. RiP from Fi, Andy, Callum and Kieran xx
Cushla Bocock 03 Oct 2025
Jane, my sister. I have fond memories of Jane especially in the early years when my children were young. She would often come to stay during the holidays. I will miss her dearly. Love Cush
Elizabeth Jane Allan
Jane
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Jane on 28 September 2025. Her loss is profound particularly to her husband Ted (Edward John), and step children Joanne, Bruce and Roy. She is survived also by her sister Cushla Bocock. This loss is felt by her numerous niece's, nephews and the many others touched by her kindness and compassion.
Requiescat in Pace
A Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Patricks Catholic Church, Munroe Street, Napier on Tuesday 7th October at 12.05pm, followed by a private cremation.
All messages to Jane can be left at www.dunstalls.co.nz or posted to The Allan family C/-PO Box 1055, Napier 4140
Service
Service was held on
07 Oct 2025 at 12:00 PM.
Tributes
Donal Leonardo 07 Oct 2025
I was very sad at the news of Jane's passing. I enjoyed the many video chats with her and Ted over the years catching up on her family and the Leonardo connection. She endured many health problems but was always positive which is a testament to her character. Her service reflected this. RIP Jane.
Noreen Carlin 04 Oct 2025
Thinking of the Allan family and the extended family at this very sad time. Jane was a wonderful lady, kind and caring and very resilient. May she Rest In Peace. Love Noreen.
Leanne Kavanagh 03 Oct 2025
So sad to hear of the passing of our very special Aunty Jane. Such a resilient lady, always positive and loads of fun. So many cherished memories of our ‘cool Aunty’ when we were growing up. She held her family dear to her heart and made us all feel special. Our thoughts go out to Ted and family at this difficult time. Rest in love Aunty Jane. We will miss you xx
Fiona Carlin 03 Oct 2025
Farewell Aunty Janey. I have so many fond memories of you. You were a wonderful and caring aunty to all your nieces and nephews, and you will be deeply missed. RiP from Fi, Andy, Callum and Kieran xx
Cushla Bocock 03 Oct 2025
Jane, my sister. I have fond memories of Jane especially in the early years when my children were young. She would often come to stay during the holidays. I will miss her dearly. Love Cush