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Stephan Anthony Dowrick
(Phanty)
5.6.1950 – 11.11.2020
A great and loving husband to Janice.
Father to Carlene, Aidan and Kellie, Christian and Shez, and Jon and Sammy.
Grandpa and great grandpa, brother, uncle and a great mate to many.
“An all round good bloke, painter, policeman, coach, golfer and statistic keeper. A life well lived”
A service for Steve will be held at The Napier War Memorial Centre, Marine Parade, Napier on Wednesday November 25, 2020 at 1pm.
In lieu of flowers a donation to Cranford Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service or via https://cranfordhospice.org.nz/
All messages to The Dowrick Family C/o PO Box 1055, Napier, 4140.
Service
Service to be held on
25 Nov 2020 at 01:00 PM.
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Stephan Anthony Dowrick
(Phanty)
5.6.1950 – 11.11.2020
A great and loving husband to Janice.
Father to Carlene, Aidan and Kellie, Christian and Shez, and Jon and Sammy.
Grandpa and great grandpa, brother, uncle and a great mate to many.
“An all round good bloke, painter, policeman, coach, golfer and statistic keeper. A life well lived”
A service for Steve will be held at The Napier War Memorial Centre, Marine Parade, Napier on Wednesday November 25, 2020 at 1pm.
In lieu of flowers a donation to Cranford Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service or via https://cranfordhospice.org.nz/
All messages to The Dowrick Family C/o PO Box 1055, Napier, 4140.
Service
Service to be held on
25 Nov 2020 at 01:00 PM.
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Stephan Anthony Dowrick
Marion Carolyn Gardner
Service
Service was held on
17 Nov 2020 at 01:00 PM.
Tributes
Martin Anthony 18 Nov 2020
To my loving Auntie Marion.
You played a special part in my life being the wife of the late Uncle Brian. You were always a wonderful Auntie to me. You acheived so much in your life.
I'll never forget the time you were sobbing at my Brother MJ wedding or when my Mum and yourself traded handbags.
I will miss you very much. I cry for you while I'm in Serbia and you and Uncle Brian watch over me
Love Martin
XXX
Marion Carolyn Gardner
Service
Service was held on
17 Nov 2020 at 01:00 PM.
Tributes
Martin Anthony 18 Nov 2020
To my loving Auntie Marion.
You played a special part in my life being the wife of the late Uncle Brian. You were always a wonderful Auntie to me. You acheived so much in your life.
I'll never forget the time you were sobbing at my Brother MJ wedding or when my Mum and yourself traded handbags.
I will miss you very much. I cry for you while I'm in Serbia and you and Uncle Brian watch over me
Love Martin
XXX
Marion Carolyn Gardner
Natasha Madeline Brown
We are currently having a technical issue with the video stream for this service. We are recording the service and will make it available to view later today.
Service
Service was held on
16 Nov 2020 at 11:00 AM.
Tributes
Joanne(old school friend) 16 Nov 2020
I was very sad and shocked to hear of Tash's passing, I have clear and fun memories of our time back then, and I considered it a blessing to bump into her a few times as an adult. Much comfort and love to her husband and children, family and friends - she will not be forgotten.
Sharlene Facey 16 Nov 2020
I'm so sorry for your heartache Matt, Lola & Macy. Thinking of you all xx
Peter Robertson 16 Nov 2020
Sincere condolences from us at this sad time.
Shellie Stott 16 Nov 2020
So sorry for your loss
I have fond memories of Tash at high school
She was a top person
Love to the family
BRENDON WORKMAN 16 Nov 2020
Our deepest sympathy to Matt , his family and friends, our thoughts are with you all today. lots of love Brendon and Deanne
Andrew Gordon 16 Nov 2020
Hay Mate, thinking of you all, cheers frog!@
Carla Thiveos 16 Nov 2020
Dear Matt, Lola & Macy. Thinking of you all and beautiful Tash. Sending you so many hugs and kisses from the girls and I. Love you ???? Carla, Grace & Georgia ????????
Anita Heays 16 Nov 2020
My deepest loving condolences to the Brown family. Tash was an integral start to and an ongoing support in my own fight with advanced breast cancer and I deeply admired her passion and determination to succeed in her healing.I am so grateful for the place she had in my life, for what she taught me and her friendship. My love to Macy and Lola, Im not sure they will remember me but I was their teacher at Parent and Child Taradale.
Rachael Davey 16 Nov 2020
Fly high Tash, you will always be remembered in our hearts and so happy that we were part of your life. See you on the other side Love Rachael and Ian.
Deepest sympathies to you Matt, Lola and Macy and Tash's family.
Big Hearts
xx
Lloyd & Linda Davis 15 Nov 2020
Our deepest sympathy to Matt, Lola, and Macy, as well as all family and friends.
Josephine Hayes 13 Nov 2020
Deepest sympathy to the Brown family.
Natasha Madeline Brown
We are currently having a technical issue with the video stream for this service. We are recording the service and will make it available to view later today.
Service
Service was held on
16 Nov 2020 at 11:00 AM.
Tributes
Joanne(old school friend) 16 Nov 2020
I was very sad and shocked to hear of Tash's passing, I have clear and fun memories of our time back then, and I considered it a blessing to bump into her a few times as an adult. Much comfort and love to her husband and children, family and friends - she will not be forgotten.
Sharlene Facey 16 Nov 2020
I'm so sorry for your heartache Matt, Lola & Macy. Thinking of you all xx
Peter Robertson 16 Nov 2020
Sincere condolences from us at this sad time.
Shellie Stott 16 Nov 2020
So sorry for your loss
I have fond memories of Tash at high school
She was a top person
Love to the family
BRENDON WORKMAN 16 Nov 2020
Our deepest sympathy to Matt , his family and friends, our thoughts are with you all today. lots of love Brendon and Deanne
Andrew Gordon 16 Nov 2020
Hay Mate, thinking of you all, cheers frog!@
Carla Thiveos 16 Nov 2020
Dear Matt, Lola & Macy. Thinking of you all and beautiful Tash. Sending you so many hugs and kisses from the girls and I. Love you ???? Carla, Grace & Georgia ????????
Anita Heays 16 Nov 2020
My deepest loving condolences to the Brown family. Tash was an integral start to and an ongoing support in my own fight with advanced breast cancer and I deeply admired her passion and determination to succeed in her healing.I am so grateful for the place she had in my life, for what she taught me and her friendship. My love to Macy and Lola, Im not sure they will remember me but I was their teacher at Parent and Child Taradale.
Rachael Davey 16 Nov 2020
Fly high Tash, you will always be remembered in our hearts and so happy that we were part of your life. See you on the other side Love Rachael and Ian.
Deepest sympathies to you Matt, Lola and Macy and Tash's family.
Big Hearts
xx
Lloyd & Linda Davis 15 Nov 2020
Our deepest sympathy to Matt, Lola, and Macy, as well as all family and friends.
Josephine Hayes 13 Nov 2020
Deepest sympathy to the Brown family.
Natasha Madeline Brown
Betty Irene Fraser
Passed away peacefully on November 11, 2020 with loved ones near.
Loved wife of the late Ron.
Dearly loved mum of Wendy and Grant, and Stephen.
Treasured nan of Courtenay, Aidan, and Dana.
A service to celebrate Betty’s life will be held in the Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Edwardes Street, Napier on Saturday, November 14, 2020 at 11am.
All messages to the Fraser Family C/o PO Box 1055, Napier, 4140.
Service
Service was held on
14 Nov 2020 at 11:00 AM.
Tributes
Kay Scott 15 Nov 2020
Lovely lady, miss our little talks at house.Wendy & Steven you had a special lady as your mum. Xx Kay
Betty Irene Fraser
Passed away peacefully on November 11, 2020 with loved ones near.
Loved wife of the late Ron.
Dearly loved mum of Wendy and Grant, and Stephen.
Treasured nan of Courtenay, Aidan, and Dana.
A service to celebrate Betty’s life will be held in the Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Edwardes Street, Napier on Saturday, November 14, 2020 at 11am.
All messages to the Fraser Family C/o PO Box 1055, Napier, 4140.
Service
Service was held on
14 Nov 2020 at 11:00 AM.
Tributes
Kay Scott 15 Nov 2020
Lovely lady, miss our little talks at house.Wendy & Steven you had a special lady as your mum. Xx Kay
Betty Irene Fraser
May Elizabeth Bourke
Passed away at Princess Alexandra Retirement Village on November 7, 2020.
Loved wife of Jim. Loved mother of Rosemary. Treasured Gran to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A service to celebrate May’s life will be held in The Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Edwardes Street, Napier on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 11am. Followed by a private cremation.
All messages to the Bourke Family C/o PO Box 1055, Napier, 4140
Service
Service was held on
12 Nov 2020 at 11:00 AM.
Tributes
Linda trudgill 12 Nov 2020
r.i.p auntie may fly high beautiful angel xx ????
May Elizabeth Bourke
Passed away at Princess Alexandra Retirement Village on November 7, 2020.
Loved wife of Jim. Loved mother of Rosemary. Treasured Gran to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A service to celebrate May’s life will be held in The Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Edwardes Street, Napier on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 11am. Followed by a private cremation.
All messages to the Bourke Family C/o PO Box 1055, Napier, 4140
Service
Service was held on
12 Nov 2020 at 11:00 AM.
Tributes
Linda trudgill 12 Nov 2020
r.i.p auntie may fly high beautiful angel xx ????
May Elizabeth Bourke
David Clarence Jackson
Died suddenly at home, aged 81. Much loved husband of the late Christine and loved father and father-in-law to Paul and Sarah, Kerri and Andrew, and Marcus. Grandad to Sam, and Harry. Eldest son of the late Clarence and Joan (Linda) Jackson. Brother to Lois, Lesley, Graham, Beryl, Stephen, and James.
A celebration of David’s life was held in the Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Edwardes Street, Napier on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at 2pm.
A tribute to David or messages for his family can be sent via www.dunstalls.co.nz or C/o PO Box 1055, Napier 4140.
Service
Service was held on
11 Nov 2020 at 02:00 PM.
Tributes
Pat and Richard Brown 10 Nov 2020
David had been a friend for over fifty years. He introduced us to each other in 1969 and we married in 1971. We valued his friendship and had many happy times with him and the family over the years.
We will remember him with great affection.
Pat and Richard Brown.
David Clarence Jackson
Died suddenly at home, aged 81. Much loved husband of the late Christine and loved father and father-in-law to Paul and Sarah, Kerri and Andrew, and Marcus. Grandad to Sam, and Harry. Eldest son of the late Clarence and Joan (Linda) Jackson. Brother to Lois, Lesley, Graham, Beryl, Stephen, and James.
A celebration of David’s life was held in the Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Edwardes Street, Napier on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at 2pm.
A tribute to David or messages for his family can be sent via www.dunstalls.co.nz or C/o PO Box 1055, Napier 4140.
Service
Service was held on
11 Nov 2020 at 02:00 PM.
Tributes
Pat and Richard Brown 10 Nov 2020
David had been a friend for over fifty years. He introduced us to each other in 1969 and we married in 1971. We valued his friendship and had many happy times with him and the family over the years.
We will remember him with great affection.
Pat and Richard Brown.
David Clarence Jackson
Barry Franklin Simmons
passed away at his home on Friday 30 October.
Adored husband of Anne and the late Elizabeth. Loved father and father in law of Angus (Gus) and Jane; Kerrie and Mark. Treasured Grandad to Sarah, Liam, Hayden, Jessie and Tarras; Great Grandad to Taylor (dec), Bailey, Isabella, Madeleine, Matilda and George. Stepfather to Simon, Jason and Anna.
"The farms looking good Dad, the cattle have got plenty of feed ahead of them"
A service for Barry will be held at 11am on Thursday, 5th November at All Saints Church, Taradale followed by interment at Western Hills Cemetery
Messages to Anne Simmons, Villa 142, Mary Doyle, Havelock North
or Angus Simmons, Penrith, RD2, Napier
Service
Service was held on
05 Nov 2020 at 11:00 AM.
Barry Franklin Simmons
passed away at his home on Friday 30 October.
Adored husband of Anne and the late Elizabeth. Loved father and father in law of Angus (Gus) and Jane; Kerrie and Mark. Treasured Grandad to Sarah, Liam, Hayden, Jessie and Tarras; Great Grandad to Taylor (dec), Bailey, Isabella, Madeleine, Matilda and George. Stepfather to Simon, Jason and Anna.
"The farms looking good Dad, the cattle have got plenty of feed ahead of them"
A service for Barry will be held at 11am on Thursday, 5th November at All Saints Church, Taradale followed by interment at Western Hills Cemetery
Messages to Anne Simmons, Villa 142, Mary Doyle, Havelock North
or Angus Simmons, Penrith, RD2, Napier
Service
Service was held on
05 Nov 2020 at 11:00 AM.
Barry Franklin Simmons
katherine Alexandra Drysdale
Passed away peacefully at home on October 27, 2020.
Loved wife of Edward (Ted)
Loved mother of Graeme, Malcolm, Pamela (deceased), Gavin, Alex and Barbara, and Judith.
Loving grandmother of Andrew, and Lauren, Michelle, Mathew and Rachel, Hana, Dylan, Emma, and Crystal.
Loved sister of Henry, Ethel and Jessie.
A service to celebrate Katherine’s life will be held at the Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Edwardes Street, Napier on Saturday 31 October 2020 at 1pm, followed by a private cremation.
Tributes or messages for the family can be left at www.dunstalls.co.nz or posted to the Drysdale Family C/- PO Box 1055, Napier, 4140.
Service
Service was held on
31 Oct 2020 at 01:00 PM.
Tributes
Lindsay Scott 29 Oct 2020
To the family of Katherine Drysdale Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your wonderful Katherine. The time I was helping her was very special. My thoughts for you all and Guss. Regards from Reynella Support worker.
katherine Alexandra Drysdale
Passed away peacefully at home on October 27, 2020.
Loved wife of Edward (Ted)
Loved mother of Graeme, Malcolm, Pamela (deceased), Gavin, Alex and Barbara, and Judith.
Loving grandmother of Andrew, and Lauren, Michelle, Mathew and Rachel, Hana, Dylan, Emma, and Crystal.
Loved sister of Henry, Ethel and Jessie.
A service to celebrate Katherine’s life will be held at the Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Edwardes Street, Napier on Saturday 31 October 2020 at 1pm, followed by a private cremation.
Tributes or messages for the family can be left at www.dunstalls.co.nz or posted to the Drysdale Family C/- PO Box 1055, Napier, 4140.
Service
Service was held on
31 Oct 2020 at 01:00 PM.
Tributes
Lindsay Scott 29 Oct 2020
To the family of Katherine Drysdale Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your wonderful Katherine. The time I was helping her was very special. My thoughts for you all and Guss. Regards from Reynella Support worker.