Tributes
Giving tribute to those who have passed.
Keio Fangaake
Date of Death: Tuesday 8th January 2019
Date of Service: Wednesday 16th January 2019
Passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday 8th January, aged 45.
Kevin George "KG" Crampton
Date of Death: Friday 4th January, 2019
Date of Service: Tuesday the 15th of January 2019
Passed away Friday 4th January, 2019 after a short battle with cancer, aged 82 years. Husband of Valerie, and loved dad of Alan and Colleen, Gary and Leanne, and Sheryl and John. Adored Poppa of Hayley, Brad, April, Kayla and Ryan. The family would like to thank Dr. Catherine Han, and Jude from the Pukekohe Hospice for their loving care of KG. A service will ... Read more...
Ethel Elizabeth Wilson
Date of Death: Wednesday 9th January 2019
Date of Service:
Born 14th of October, 1927 in Wolverhampton, UK. Passed away peacefully at Possum Bourne Rest Home, Pukekohe on Wednesday 9th of January 2019, surrounded by her family. Dearly loved wife of the late Richard, and treasured mom of Lynn and Peter, Allison, and Gaynor and Graeme. You will be sadly missed, but now joined again with dad. You will both live forever in our hearts.... Read more...
Pauline Elizabeth Cheyne
Date of Death: 9th January 2019
Date of Service: Tuesday 15th January at 1.30 pm
Passed away peacefully at Possum Bourne - Ryman Village, Pukekohe on 9th January 2019, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Douglas. Loved mother, mother-in-law, Nana, Great Nana of Pamela (deceased 1972), Garth and Lynda, Daniel and Feona, Lara, Mark, Cleo, Isla, Esmae and Frankie, Juliette, Ross and Blair. Greatly loved and dearly missed. Many thanks ... Read more...
Lois Sutherland
Date of Death: 9th January 2019
Date of Service: 14th January 2019
Passed away peacefully on 9th January 2019, at 77 years. Keeper of Peter. The nurturer of Colin, Raewyn, Linda and Penny. Loving grandmother of Aaron, Christopher, Jordan, Cole, Heather, Andrew and Ryan. Loved great grandmother of Cayla and Rolin. A loving member of the Attrill family. Special thanks to the staff at Ward 5, Middlemore Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations to Franklin Hospice ... Read more...
Margaret Bell
Date of Death: 5th January 2019
Date of Service: 11th January 2019
Passed away on 5th January 2019, aged 89 years. Much loved wife of the late Cliff. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Marie, Susan and David, Lynn and the late Garry, Brian, Jonathan and Pam, and Dwayne. Loved Grandma of her many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the staff at Franklin Memorial Hospital. A service to celebrate the life of Margaret will be held at Gra... Read more...
Norman Farmer (Tommy)
Date of Death: 2nd January 2019
Date of Service: 7th January 2019
Jane Dow (nee Rocard)
Date of Death: Thursday, 27th December 2018
Date of Service: Thursday 3rd January 2019, at 1pm.
Passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, 27th December 2018, at Franklin Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her family. Loving wife of Robin, and wonderful mum of Paul and Marion; Nikki and Keith. Stepmum of Aaron, and Catherine, and nana of ten grandchildren. She will be sadly missed. A service to farewell Jane will be held at St. Andrews Church, 85 Queen St... Read more...
Gloria Mahiroa Taka (nee Taupo)
Date of Death: Thursday 27th December 2018
Date of Service: Monday 31st December at 11am
Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on 27th December 2018. Dearly loved wife of Reimana, precious Mum of John (late), Emily, Manny, and Raymond Jnr. Much loved by all her whanau.
Mary Patricia Holz (nee Ryan)
Date of Death: Thursday 27th of December 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 2nd of January 2019 at 12 noon
(Previously McKiernan) Passed away peacefully at home with family on Thursday 27th of December 2018, aged 87. Loved mum of Kevin and Paul McKiernan. Beloved wife of the late Graham Holz and John McKiernan. A mass will be held at St Andrews Catholic Church Tuakau at 12 midday, Wednesday 2nd of January 2019, followed by a private family burial at Tuakau cemetery.... Read more...
Anthony Paul Dougherty
Date of Death: Friday 14th December 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 19th December at 2.00 pm
Born 14th May, 1946, passed away 14th December 2018.
With a deep sadness and heavy hearts, we wish to announce Paul's passing after a short illness.
Much loved husband of Bev, father of Brett, Jodi and Terry, Jay, Chad and Kirsty, and Da to Ryan, Larissa, Antalya, Tegwen, Jordan and Tayla.
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Winifred "Wina" May Flynn
Date of Death: Friday 14th December 2018
Date of Service: Tuesday 18th December at 11am
Passed away peacefully on Friday 14th December 2018 after a short illness. Dearly loved wife of the late John Joseph. Much loved Mum of John, Pat and Diane, Rick and Karen, Claire and Stephen, Jacqui and Dave, and Suzanne and Dean. Cherished Ninna of her 22 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Rosary will be recited at Grahams Tuakau Chapel,West Street, Tuakau this evening at 6... Read more...
Barney Alley
Date of Death: 9th December 2018
Date of Service: 14th December
Passed away suddenly at home, on 9th December 2018, at the young age of 63. Much loved husband to Donna. Loved Dad of Shannon, Erin, Laura and Kristy. Adored Grandad and loved brother of Rae, Les and Ron. A service to celebrate Barney's life will be held at Grahams Funeral Home Chapel, West Street, Tuakau on Friday 14th December, at 10:30am. Read more...
Les Rehm
Date of Death: 11th December 2018
Date of Service: 15th December 2018
Passed away 11th December 2018, aged 78. Dearly loved husband and best mate of Betty (and the late Diane), legendary Dad to Helen, Sharon, Darren and Angela. Awesome Beach Poppa to Janelle, Mitchell, Amelia, Gemma, Caine and great Poppa to Keira. Wonderful Dad, Poppa and friend to Susan, Alex, (the late David), Maureen, Matthew, Carol, Anne Maree, Wayne, Glenn, Selina and all ... Read more...
Walter (Wally) Klassen
Date of Death: Tuesday 11th of December 2018
Date of Service: Sunday 16th December 2018 at 10am
Passed away Tuesday 11th of December 2018, aged 85. Loved son of Jakob and Katharina, much loved husband of the late Anne, father of David and Don, grandfather to Samuel and Nathaniel, and father in law of Fiona. Brother of Jake, Claire, Clancy, Helen, Jo, Linda, Adina and Mary, brother in law of Cherry and Robyn. A service for Wally will be held at the Grahams Chapel, Wes... Read more...
Cheryl Harkness
Date of Death: 8th December 2018
Date of Service: Thursday 13th December 2018
Passed peacefully at Palms Hospital, Pukekohe, on 8th December 2018. Dearly loved partner of Mike. Loving Mum to Craig and Amy, Megan and Brendon. Dear Nana of Elena, Blake, Hayley and Zach. Special thanks to the caring staff at Palms Hospital. A service to celebrate Cheryl's life will be held at Graham's Funeral Home Chapel, West St, Tuakau, on Thursday December 13 at ... Read more...
Lynn Walter
Date of Death: Thursday 6th December 2018
Date of Service: Monday 10th December at 1.00 pm.
Passed away on 6th December 2018 at Pukekohe Hospice, aged79years. Loving wife of the late John, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Vicki and Mark, Jodi and Geoff, Lisa and Matt, Paula and Geoff. Adored Nana of Joseph, Sam, Chelsea, Lucy, Thomas, Jamie, Mandy, Ruth and Emily. We will all miss you so much. A service to celebrate Lynn's life will be held at Grahams FuneralHome... Read more...
Elsie Sarah Eileen Anderson
Date of Death: Wed 5th December 2018
Date of Service: Wed 12th December 2018 at 1.30 pm
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 5th December 2018, aged 92 years, surrounded by her family. Dearly loved wife of the late Arthur, Mother and Mother-in- law of Howard and Carole Anderson, Carol and the late Ron Macmillan, Grandmother of Tracey Jacobs and Shane and Lisa Macmillan, Great Grandmother of Ethan, Scarlett ,Connor and Aidan. A service for Elsie will ... Read more...
Dorothy Isobel McIntyre
Date of Death: 25th November 2018
Date of Service: Friday 30th November at 1.00 pm
On 25th November 2018 at Franklin Village, Pukekohe, (late ofKoheroaRd,Mercer). Much loved wife of the late Alan, loved mother of Lyndal and Sandra, mother-in-law of Ricky and Mike and treasured grandma of ViliamiandSione. A service to celebrate Dorothy's life will be held at Grahams Funeral Home Chapel, West St, Tuakau on Friday 30th November at 1.00 pm followed by private crem... Read more...
Ernie Locke
Date of Death: 25th November 2018
Date of Service: 29th November 2018
LOCKE William Ernest (Ernie) Passed away on 25 November 2018, aged 92 years. Much loved husband of Lilian. Father of Sharon (deceased), Bradley, Dawn, Debbie, Donna, and their partners. Beloved grandad to 8 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the Franklin Memorial Hospital Staff. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Waiuku RSA or Frankl... Read more...
Jack Roy Lemon
Date of Death: Saturday 24th November 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 28th November at 11am
Passed away 24th November 2018, aged 87 years after a long fought battle with cancer. Very dearly loved husband of the late Elizabeth (Pat). Much loved Son, Brother, Dad, Grandad and Stepdad. Forever in our memories. A service for Jack will be held at Grahams Pukekohe Chapel, 31 West Street, Pukekohe, on Wednesday 28th November at 11am. Dona... Read more...
Rainer Walter Harry Rothkegel
Date of Death: Thursday 22nd of November 2018
Date of Service: Tuesday 27th November at 1pm
Left us peacefully, at home on Tuesday the 22nd of November 2018. Loving husband, soulmate and best friend of Linda, loving dad and stepdad of Sadmir and Melanie, Senad and Sophie, Lee, Corrin and Angie. Poppa to Lukiss, Blake, Sora and Eden. A service for Rainer will be held at Grahams Funeral Home, West St, Tuakau on Tuesday 27th November at 1pm. All communications to debr... Read more...
Doreen Mary Neal
Date of Death: Tuesday 20th November 2018
Date of Service: Monday, 26th November at 11.00 am
Passed away peacefully at home on 20th November 2018,aged83years. Adored wife and best friend of Tony, loving Mum of Victor and Kathy-Anne, Anthea and Neil, David and Brenda, and a cherished Nana and great Granny. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society, PO Box 1724, Auckland would be most appreciated and may be left a ... Read more...
Beryl Baguley (born Eva Ruby)
Date of Death: Wednesday 14th November 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 21st November 2018
Born March 19, 1909. Passed away peacefully on the 14th November 2018 at Franklin Memorial Hospital, Waiuku, in her 110th year. Much loved wife of the late John, fondly loved mum of Eric and Kaye, and the late David, special nana of Donna, Duane, Julie, Angela and Darren, and great nana of eight. A celebration service for Beryl's long life will be held at St Andrew's Christian Centr... Read more...
Bert Pater
Date of Death: 19th November 2018
Date of Service: 29th November
Tom Hughes
Date of Death: Tuesday 13th November 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 21st November 2018
Passed away peacefully on 13th November 2018 at Franklin Village, Pukekohe,aged 95years. Dearly loved husband of the late Kay, loved father and father-in-law of Warren and Tresna, Kevin and Kinnie, loved Poppa of his many grandchildren. Many thanks to the staff at Franklin Village for their wonderful care. in lieu of flowers, dona... Read more...
Patricia Eva Collett (nee Grant)
Date of Death: Thursday 5th November 2018
Date of Service: Friday 9th November, at 11:30am
Passed away peacefully at Tairua Rest Home, on 5th November 2018.Aged 90 years. Formerly of Buckland. Loved wife of the late Henry Collett, and dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of David and Jenny, Anne and Alan Pellow, John and Lorraine, Jayne and Keith Nightingale. Grandma to 10 Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Many thanks to the Tairua Rest Home. A service to ... Read more...
Peter Leonard Marven
Date of Death: Sunday 28th October 2018
Date of Service: Monday 5th November 2018 at 11am
Passed away suddenly on 28th October 2018, aged 85 years. Much loved husband of the late Christine. Loved father of Gary, Michelle and David, and loved father-in-law of Tania and Malcolm. Loved grandad of Stephanie, Emma, Nathan, Siobhan and Liam. A service to remember Peter was held at Grahams Waiuku Chapel, 37 Kitchener Road, Waiuku, on Monday 5th November, at 11:00am.... Read more...
Ivan Louden
Date of Death: Thursday 8th November 2018
Date of Service: Tuesday 13th November at 1:30pm
Passed away peacefully 8th November 2018 aged 95. Dearly loved husband of Eileen for 64 years. Loved father and father in law of Kevin and the late Shona, Barbara and Dennis, David and Elaine, and Clive. Loved grandad of Dayna, Cody, Reece, Shania and Makayla, Amanda and Wayne, Sophie, Madison, Jack and Harriet, and great grandad of five. A special thank you to the wonderf... Read more...
Gerard (Aert) Lieftinck
Date of Death: Wednesday 7th November 2018
Date of Service: Thursday 15th November 2018
Passed away after a long illness at Franklin Village, Pukekohe on 7th November 2018, aged 79 years. Dearly loved husband of Muriel, devoted brother and brother-in-law of Joris and Denise. In lieu of flowers donations to the Lung Foundation NZ, PO Box 97551, Manukau, Auckland 2241, would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service for Aert, will be held at Grahams Fune... Read more...
John Webster
Date of Death: 29th October 2018
Date of Service: 3rd November 2018 at 11am
Suddenly passed away on 29th October 2018. Your passing has left a heartache no one can heal, but your love leaves a memory that no one can steal. Forever with us in life, Tania, Shayna, Tori, Tyrese, Tatiana, Tama and Hirini. John will be at Tania's home from Thursday. For further details, contact Grahams Funeral Services, 09 2368919. ... Read more...
Doris Jennie Smith
Date of Death: 30th October 2018
Date of Service: 2nd November at 2pm
Passed away on 30th October 2018, at CHT Resthome and Hospital, Waiuku, aged 78 years. Loved wife of the late Fred. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Mary and David, Jimmy, Linda, Wayne and Mona, John and Robyn, Rodger and Annette, Joy and Ian, and the late David and Danny. Loved Aunty of Kylie and Renee, and all her nieces and nephews. A service for Doris will be held on Friday 2nd November, a... Read more...
Marcella Peneamena
Date of Death: Saturday 20th October 2018
Date of Service: Friday 26th October at 11am
Passed away unexpectedly on 20th October 2018 . Much loved wife of John. Loved mother and mother-in law of Kelly, Ben and Fiona, Jessie, Rebecca and Alex, and Reuben and Nakita. Loved nana to Renaye, Summer, Hunter, Jhason and Mahli. A service will be held at St Anthony's Catholic Church, Kent Street, Waiuku on Friday 26th October, at 11:00am, followed by interment at ... Read more...
Pauline Bennenbroek
Date of Death: Monday 22nd October 2018
Date of Service: Saturday 27th October, at 1:00pm.
It is with much sadness we announce her passing peacefully at home, on Monday 22nd October 2018, in her 77th year. Dearly loved and adored wife of Peter. Much loved Mother and Mother-in law of Christine, Trish, Paul, Peter-John, Carey, Maryanne, Steve and Nick. Cherished and loved Nana to Andrew,Lauren, Georgia, Troy, Jenni, Tim, Becky, Mark, Brett, Alex, Cassie, Cory, Glenn, Nicole a... Read more...
Joan Milner
Date of Death: Sunday, 21 October, 2018
Date of Service: Friday, 26th October at 11am
Passed away peacefully at "The Palms Hospital", Pukekohe, on Sunday, 21 October, 2018, in her 98th year. Loved daughter of the late Horace and Mabel Milner. Dearly loved sister and sister in-law of Lois and Gordon Coombs, Ian and Ruth (deceased), Mary (deceased), Jack and Patricia (deceased). "Well done good and faithful servant, enter thou into the joy of your Lord". ... Read more...
Jillian Dianne Balsillie (nee Luke)
Date of Death: Saturday 20th October 2018
Date of Service: Thursday 25th October 2018 at 3:30pm
Passed away at home on the 20th of October 2018, surrounded by her family. Much loved wife of John, married 53 wonderful years. Loved mum of Andrew and Treena, Richard and Annette, and Mark and Petra. Adored Gran of Luke, Amanda, Hayden, Kate, Ben, Max and Toby. Loved sister of Amy and Marilyn. Many thanks to the Nursing Staff of Ward 8 at Middlemore, and Franklin Hospice. In l... Read more...
Joan Coral Flynn (nee McKee).
Date of Death: Friday 19th of October 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 24th October at 1pm
Passed away on the 19th of October, 2018 at Middlemore Hospital in her 86th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Barry, loved and cherished mother of Kevin, Terry (deceased) and Gregory (deceased). Loved and admired Aunty Joan (A.J) to all her Flynn, Short and Reynolds nephews and nieces and their families. A special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at ward 9, Middlemore, for... Read more...
Paul Joseph McEvoy
Date of Death: Thursday 18th October 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 24th October at 11am
On 18th October 2018, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of Clare, loved father and father-in-law of Ray, Allan and Bernadette, Steve, Carl and Donna, and Craig. Loved Grandad of Rebecca and Ryan and Nathan, Garry and Michael, Jessica and Kaeleigh and Hunter. Loved great granddad of Niamh and Isla. Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Anthony's Catholic Church, ... Read more...
Margaret Mahan "Peg"
Date of Death: Thursday 18th October 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 24th October at 1.30 pm
Passed away peacefully at Palms Hospital, Pukekohe on the 19th October 2018, aged 90 years. Dearly love wife of the late George, precious mum of Barry and Kathryn, Grandma of the late Natasha. Loved sister of Sylvia Prattley and the late Noel Fisher, loved Aunty of Christine, Andrew, Paula and the late Jeffrey. A service for Peg will be held at Grahams Funeral H... Read more...
Ann Marilyn Blackler (nee Holmes)
Date of Death: Tuesday 16th October 2018
Date of Service: Memorial service to be advised
At Possum Bourne Village, Pukekohe on 16 October 2018, aged 68. Loved wife of Alan. Loved sister of Rae and Roy Dudding, Joy and David Peden, and Lyn and Paul Grant. Memorial service to be advised. Read more...
Norman Anthony Price "Norm"
Date of Death: Friday 12th October 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 17th October 2018 at 11am
Born in Canada on 11th March 1941, passed away peacefully on 12th October 2018. Darling husband of 55 years to Moya, much loved dad to John and Christine, David and Deryn, James, Gregory and Fran, and Brian and Rochelle. Adored grandad of Nicola and Michael, Ben, Stephanie and Libby, and Lauren and Cameron. Rest in Peace A service for Norm will be held at St. Patrick's Cath... Read more...
Ida Joy Browning (Joy)
Date of Death: Thursday 11th October 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 17th October, at 1:00pm.
Passed away peacefully on 11th October 2018, at home surrounded by her family, after a short illness. Aged 84 years. Dearly loved wife of Ian, and much loved mother and mother-in-law to Jo-Anne, and Michael and Dorothy. Wonderful nana to Sarah. Our thanks to Dr Shand, and Jude from Franklin Hospice, for their care and support. A service to celebrate Joy's life will be held ... Read more...
Audrey Ketels
Date of Death: 9th October 2018
Date of Service: 15th October at 11am
Passed away peacefully on the 9th October 2018 in her 89th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Cyril. Loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Rae and Paul, Rod and Diana, and Lyn and Paul. Nana of Kate and George, Nicky and Rob, Mike and Megan, Sean and Shiree, Andrew, Claire, Thomas, Monique and Tim, Rory, Claudia and their partners. Loved Super-Nan by all her 7 tw... Read more...
Audrey Evelyn Thomas (nee Edwards)
Date of Death: Monday 8th October 2018
Date of Service: To be advised
Passed away peacefully in Thames, on Monday 8 October 2018, aged 92 years. A much loved wife of the late Richard. A dearly loved mother of Rae and Quentin, and Iain. A treasured grandmother of Karen and Frank, and Scott. Great Grandmother of Caitlin, Jordan, Emma and Rylan. Patroness of the Franklin Arts festival Society. A service to farewell Audrey will be held at... Read more...
Jean Ailsa Jolly
Date of Death: Tuesday 2nd October 2018
Date of Service: Monday 8 October, at 1pm
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 2 October 2018, surrounded by family. Very much loved wife of the late Ken. Cherished and respected mum and mother-in-law of Carol and Brent, Sharon and Grant, Raewyn and Gavin, Linda and Dennis. Much loved nana of Shana and Casey: Chelsea, Amber, Serena and Jasmine; James, Abby-Rose, Emma and Brittany; and great nana of Taj. A farewell a... Read more...
Kenneth Reginald Stevens
Date of Death: Wednesday 3rd October 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 10th October at 12:30pm
Passed away at Middlemore Hospital on the 3rd of October 2018, aged 87. Dearly loved husband of Phyllis, father of Susan and Karl, grandfather of Andrew, Phillip, Estelle, William, Benjamin and Katie, great grandfather of Eva and Isaac. A service will be held at Manukau Memorial Gardens Chapel, 361 Puhinui Road, Papatoetoe, at 12.30pm on Wednesday 10th of October. Forever ... Read more...
Kenneth Gordon Dysart (Ken)
Date of Death: Friday 5th October 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 10th October at 11am
Passed away peacefully at Franklin Village, Pukekohe, on October 5th 2018, aged 71 years. Dearly loved husband of Isabella and Dad of Wayne and Nancy. Son of the late Archibald and May Dysart. Loved brother of Kevin, Martyn, Colleen, Murray, Teresa and the late Elizabeth and Ian. Now at Peace. A service for Ken will be held at Graham's Funeral Home Chapel, West St, Tuakau,... Read more...
Barry Arthur Trenwith
Date of Death: Saturday 6th October 2018
Date of Service: Friday 12th October 2018 at 12 noon
TRENWITH, Passed away suddenly on October 6th 2018. Treasured husband of Judith (deceased). Father and father-in law of Carol and Ian Graham (Waiuku); Debbie Trenwith (Thames); Anne and Rob Allen (Waiuku); Mike and Niamh Trenwith (Perth,WA). Barry was also a much loved grandfather and great grandfather. A funeral service is to be held at 12 noon on Friday October 1... Read more...
Kathleen Rainey Smyth
Date of Death: Saturday 6th October 2018
Date of Service: Thursday 11th October at 11am
Born 19 April 1930. Passed away peacefully in Middlemore Hospital on 6 October 2018. Much loved wife of Raymond, mother of Ivan, David, Raymond and Colleen. Mother in law of Trudy, Denise and Anton.Much loved Nana of Chris and Eddie, Michael and Tayte, Daryl and Francis, Rachelle and Greg, Kylie and Tony, Stacey and Willy, Trent and Tiffany, Karl and Zara, Emma and Jono, Jamie and Ta... Read more...
Marie Comins
Date of Death: 25th September 2018
Date of Service: 1st October 2018
On Tuesday 25th September 2018, passed away peacefully. Loved wife of the late Cliff. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Kelly, Loyal and Janet, Tony and Anne, Michele and Richard. Grandma of Clifford, Joseph and Neisha, Darryl and Martin, Toby Marcelle and Riki, Digby and the late Clifford. Also loved Great-Grandma. Marie's funeral service will be held at Grahams Pukekohe Funeral Chapel, 3... Read more...
Merril Alison Nicklin
Date of Death: 23rd September 2018
Date of Service: 3rd October 2018
Colleen Anderson (nee Ingram)
Date of Death: Sunday 30th September 2018
Date of Service: Friday 5th October at 11am
Loving Wife and Companion of Grant. Loved, and loving Mum and Mum in Law of Keri and Andrew, Jason and Meeshall, Daniel and Bianca. Loving and precious Grandma to Casey, Lincoln, Nathan, Mila, and Jasmin. A service for Colleen will be held at Grahams Chapel, 37 Kitchener Rd, Waiuku, on Friday 5th October at 11am. In lieu of flowers, donations to St Johns A... Read more...
Shirley May Cossill (nee Doddrell)
Date of Death: Friday 28th September 2018
Date of Service: Tuesday 2nd October at 11am
Suddenly on 28 September 2018. Loved wife of James (Jim). Mother of Ian and Lai Cossill, Karyn and the late Chris Coxhead. Grandma of Kyle and Michelle, Nicole and Struan, Jakeb andAnna. Sadly missed by us all. A service for Shirley will be held at Grahams Funeral Home Chapel, West Street, Tuakau on Tuesday, 2nd October at 11am to be followed by private cremation. ... Read more...
George Michael Moore "Mike"
Date of Death: Friday 28th September 2018
Date of Service: Friday 5th October 2018 at 1pm
Died peacefully in his Lazyboy chair, at home on Friday 28th September 2018, aged 75. Loved soulmate of Margaret; will be very much missed by Phil and Ashlie, and all his grandchildren; and much loved brother of Chris and George. A service for Mike will be held at Grahams Chapel, 31 West St, Pukekohe, on Friday the 5th of October at 1pm. All communications to fd2@grahamsfun... Read more...
John Richard Lawrence "Jack"
Date of Death: Friday 28th September 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 3rd October 2018 at 2pm
Returned Serviceman, J Force, Service No.458389, Reg. 9831 L.M, 24th Battalion. Jack passed peacefully Friday 28th September 2018 at Glenbrook Rest Home; aged 95. Loved husband of Mary for 68 years. Father and father in law of Kathy and Peter, John and Monica, Ann and Ashley, Bernie and Marie and Kevin and Sean. Loved Grandad Jack of James, Nic, Lauren, Sarah, Sam, Matthew, Anna,... Read more...
Bruce Wesley Gribble
Date of Death: Saturday 22nd September 2018
Date of Service: Friday 28th September at 11am
The Gribble family announces with great sadness the loss of Bruce, aged 72 years, the much loved husband of Carol, the best father in the world to Emma and Kara, father-in-law to Matt, and loveliest Granddad to Zoe, Joseph, and Kelsey. A celebration service will be held 11.00 am, Friday 28 September 2018 at Grahams Funeral Chapel, West St, Tuakau, followed by priva... Read more...
Ross Alexander Shanks
Date of Death: 19th September 2018
Date of Service: 24th September 2018
Born 6th June 1941. Passed away 19th September 2018, aged 77 years. Much loved husband of Robyn. Much loved father and father-in-law of Ian and Serena, Raymond, Michael and Andie, and step-father of Kelly, Susan and Matthew. Much loved Grandad of Luke, Daniel, Kate, Kelsey, Charlie and Cameron. Brother, brother in law and uncle to Sylvia, Bob, Elaine, and families. A funeral service for R... Read more...
Nelsie Lorna Shaw-Sleeman
Date of Death: Thursday 13th September 2018
Date of Service: Friday 21st September 2018 at 11:30am
Passed away peacefully at Palms Hospital, Pukekohe in her 96th year on September 13, 2018. Dearly loved wife of the late Vic Shaw, and the late Rex Sleeman. Loved mother of Bev and Ron, Ron and Alison, Dot and Bill, Lorraine and Vince and Ken and Gail. Loved Nan of 14, Great Nan of 22 and Great Great Nan to be. Nelsie's service will be held at the Pukekohe Methodis... Read more...
Hamish Peter Kingsbury Jones (Peter)
Date of Death: Thursday 13th September 2018
Date of Service: Thursday 20th September 2018 at 1pm
Of Onewhero, passed peacefully at Middlemore Hospital on September 13th 2018, aged 74. Cherished father of Theresa, Angela, Debbie, Blair, Kylie and Aydon. Adored grandfather of Luka, Xavier, Oceana, Boston, Ashton and Lucia. Much loved father-inlaw of Peter, Michael, Kim, Dixon and Miranda. Peter will be remembered as a kind and generous man who gave selfle... Read more...
Jewel Mount Dell (nee Newman)
Date of Death: Thursday 13th September 2018
Date of Service:
Passed away peacefully on 13th September 2018 at her home after a short illness. Loved wife of the late Maurice, loved mother and mother in law of Kevin and Birdie, Gary and Helen, David and Lindy, Jennifer and Jason. Much loved Grandma of Sam, Chris, Robbie,Mike and Fleur, Mandy and Paul, Simon and Briar. Great Grandma of Rylan, Meadow, Sophia, Tamara and Jason and Tyler. ... Read more...
Aileen Dorothy Elliott
Date of Death: Tuesday 11th September 2018
Date of Service: Monday 17th September 2018
Passed away peacefully, after a brave fight, on 11th September 2018, aged 75 years. Cherished wife of Robin. Much loved Mother of Lisa and Kevin, Greg, Tony, Jeanine. Loving Nana of Kyle, Reuben, Hunter, Sam, Emily, Alex, Zane, Stephanie and Janelle. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Franklin Hospice Charitable Trust would be appreciated. A celebration of Aileen's life w... Read more...
Samuel Runga
Date of Death: Friday 7th September 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 19th September 2018 at 1pm
Passed away peacefully 7th September 2018 aged 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Phylis Runga. Much loved father of Brody and the late Shelley, David and Chris. Treasured grandad of Kyla, and many other mokopuna from the East Coast. A lifetime member of the Tuakau Volunteer Fire Brigade, serving as the Fire Chief from 1978 to 1988. A private... Read more...
Ralph Thomas Cleland
Date of Death: Sunday 9th September 2018
Date of Service: No public funeral service held
Died at Papakura Private Hospital aged 83. Father and grandfather to Richard and Sandy. Best friend and partner of Cora. Happy memories will last forever, rest in peace, my love. On Ralph's request, a private cremation has been held. Special thanks to Papakura Private Hospital Staff for their patience and kindness to Ralph when he was in their care. Commun... Read more...
Audrey Ellen Spence (nee Dobbs)
Date of Death: Friday 31st August 2018
Date of Service: Saturday 8th September 2018 at 1:30pm
Passed away peacefully at home on 31st August 2018. Much loved wife of the late Gordon. Mother of Stanley, Raewyn, Robert and the late Kenneth. Beloved Grandmother to all of her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Special thanks to the two Carol's, Judith and Audrey's second family at the Salvation Army. Now happily reunited with Gordon,in the arms of Jesus. A servic... Read more...
Betty May Conroy (nee Ferrall)
Date of Death: Sunday 2nd September 2018
Date of Service: Thursday 6th September at 1pm
Passed away peacefully at the Possum Bourne Retirement Village, Pukekohe on Sunday 2 September 2018, in her 93rd year. Dearly beloved wife of the late Clarrie, and much loved mother of Dennis and mother in law of Lilliann. Treasured Grandmother of Cindy. Loved sister and sister in law of the late Marcia and Eric Mead, Una and Ken Davies, and Berna. Loved sister in law of the late Ka... Read more...
Megan Frances Truong (nee Horlor)
Date of Death: Saturday 1st September 2018
Date of Service: Friday 7th September 2018 at 2pm
Born on the 30th of June 1968 in Christchurch, passed away peacefully in the arms of her family at Totara Hospice on the 1st of September 2018. Beloved wife of Ivan, adored mum of Evelyn and Wolf, treasured daughter of Colleen and Simon, dearly loved sister of Joffre and Diane, Rachel and Hamish, Louise and Buzz, and Imogen. A farewell for Megan will be held at Gra... Read more...
Anne Read Fielding
Date of Death: Wednesday 29th August 2018
Date of Service: Memorial Service yet to be confirmed
Born in Huntly on the 8th of October, 1945, passed away peacefully at Middlemore Hospital on the 29th of August 2018. Loved wife of the late Erl, very much loved by Gavin and Karen, cherished Aunty Anne of Justin and Samantha, Nathan and Jessica, and Caitlan. A memorial service for Anne will be held at a later date. All communications to fd2@grahamsfunerals.... Read more...
Jean Mary Robinson
Date of Death: 26th August 2018
Date of Service: Tuesday 11th September 2018 2pm
Born on the 16th of July 1926, Jean passed away peacefully at Palms Hospital, Pukekohe, aged 92 years. Beloved aunt of Derrick, and great aunt of Marie. "Rest in Peace." A memorial service for Jean will be held at Grahams Chapel in Tuakau, on Tuesday 11th September at 2pm. All communications to fd2@grahamsfunerals.co... Read more...
Keith Dudley Pope
Date of Death: Wednesday 22nd August 2018
Date of Service: Thursday 30th August 2018 at 2pm
Passed away peacefully aged 75. Loved by all who knew him.
Charles Edward Prescott (Ted)
Date of Death: Saturday 25th August 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 29th August 2018 at 11am
Peacefully at Franklin Village, surrounded by family, on 25th August 2018, in his 90th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Gladys Prescott (Nee Conroy). Loved father of Michael and Carole, Linda and David Lomas. Treasured Grandad of Craig and Grant; Tracy and Chris, Stephanie and Christian, Tina and Dan, and Jessica. Great Grandad to Blake, Bonnie and Toni, Kyla and Robert, Hayde... Read more...
Sandra Sybil Woodcock (nee Hafford)
Date of Death: Friday 17th August 2018
Date of Service: Thursday 23rd August 2018 1pm
Born April 03, 1947. Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family after a short illness, on August 17th 2018. Dearly loved wife of Bruce, loving mother and mother in law to Roydon, Deborah, Jason and Sarina. Adored Grandma to Liam, Isabella, Finn and Aidan. A service to celebrate Sandra's life will be held at Grahams Pukekohe Chapel, 31 West St, Pukekohe on Thursday... Read more...
Marjorie Ruth Soland
Date of Death: Friday 17th August 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 22nd August 2018, 2pm
Born 6th September 1943, passed away peacefully at Pukekohe Hospital on Friday 17th August 2018. Much loved mum of Ivan and Megan, adored grandmother of Evelyn and Wolf, and much loved little sister of the late Mary, and the late Victor (Hugh). A service will be held for Marjorie at the Grahams Pukekohe Chapel, 31 West St, Pukekohe, on Wednesday 22n... Read more...
Kirsten St.George (Cooper)
Date of Death: Sunday 12th August 2018
Date of Service: Saturday 18th August 2018
Passed away peacefully at home, aged 51, on the 12th of August 2018. Dearly loved wife of Glenn, loved daughter of Erin and Diane, Sandra and Bob, sister of Michelle and Ray, Steven and Diane, aunty of Krista and Bradley. Loved daughter in law of Annette and Kevin, and Neville and Lynn, sister in law of Shane and Kylie, and aunty of Bella. A service for Ki... Read more...
Filip Annemans
Date of Death: 6th August 2018
Date of Service: 12th August 2018
Avis Carol Isabel Griffin
Date of Death: 4th August 2018
Date of Service: 10th August 2018
On 4th August 2018. Passed suddenly at Palms Resthome, Pukekohe, aged 92 years. Much loved wife of the late Perry Griffin. Daughter of Stanley and Maude Pearce. Sister of the late Dig (A.S) and Frank (C.F) Pearce. Mother and Mother-in-Law to Colin and Barbara, Allan and Michelle, Christine and Syd (Miller), Bob (Robert) and Colleen. Grandmother of 8 and Greatgrandmother of 9. A service to celebrat... Read more...
John Dennis Sherlock
Date of Death: 05.08.2018
Date of Service: Friday 10 August 2018 at 9.30am
Peacefully in the presence of his family, aged 72 years. Dearly loved husband of Pam, father of Bex and Greg, Kristin and Reuben. Grampy of Vincent and Sebastian; and Xana. A loved brother, uncle and friend to the Sherlock, Brown and Macky clans. A service for John will be held at Manukau Memorial Gardens Chapel, Puhinui Rd, Papatoetoe on Friday 10th August at 9.30am Read more...
William Taylor (Blue)
Date of Death: Friday 3rd August 2018
Date of Service: Thursday 9th August 2018
Born 2 April 1969, taken away tragically on Friday, 3 August 2018. Much loved Dad of Teresa and Tash. Youngest brother of Rex, Bruce and Clifton, adored Uncle to Andrew, Rosalie and Corrie-Leigh, Devon, Joseph, Marie and Ebony. Will be sadly missed. Rest in Peace. "Truck-on." A service for Blue will be held at Manukau Memorial Gardens, 361 Puhinui... Read more...
Richard Wilson (Rick)
Date of Death: Wednesday 1st August 2018
Date of Service: Tuesday 7th August 2018
Born 1st May 1926, in Wolverhampton, UK, passed away peacefully at Possum Bourne Resthome, Pukekohe, on Wednesday 1st August, 2018. Dearly loved husband of Ethel, and treasured dad of Lynn and Peter, Allison, and Gaynor and Graeme. You will be sadly missed, but will live forever in our hearts. A private service will be held for Rick, and all comm... Read more...
Thyge Blomskov (Dan) Madsen
Date of Death: Saturday 28th July 2018
Date of Service: Tuesday 7th August 2018
At home on 28th July 2018, aged 77 years. Dearly loved husband of Christine (nee Fisk) for 52 years. Loved father of Kirsten and Wayne Marx and David and Rachael Madsen. Poppa to Hayley, Caitlyn, Angela; Samantha, Dana and Logan, and step poppa to Ukiah and Shenoa. Brother of Terry and Maureen, uncle to Odin and Beau Madsen. You will always be in our hearts. ... Read more...
Alice Ann Shuker
Date of Death: Monday 30th July 2018
Date of Service: Friday 3rd August 2018
Passed away peacefully at Waiuku Resthome aged 99 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Arthur and treasured mum of Barry, Lyndsay and Sue. Respected mother in law of Rosalie, Bev, and Kevin Smith. Loved nana of Geoff, Campbell, Scott, Kiri, Lynne, Jacquie, Rachel, Jayne, and partners. Great nana of 16 great grandchildren. Those we love don't go away. They walk beside us ever... Read more...
Christine Eve Halverson
Date of Death: Thursday 2nd August 2018
Date of Service: No public Funeral Service
Born 24th December 1933, passed away peacefully at Pukekohe Hospital on 2nd August 2018. Mother and mother in law of Lesley and Margaret, Warren, Annette, Stephanie and Mark, the late Stuart, Tracy, and Andrew. Grandmother of Aaron, Jodie and Leanne, David and Clayton, Vernon and Nicholas, Adric and Brogan, Alan, Robert and Naomi. Great Grandmother of Bra... Read more...
Andrew Baxter Bryce (Andy)
Date of Death: Monday 23rd July 2018
Date of Service: Friday 27th July 2018
Passed away peacefully on 23rd July 2018. Aged 72. Dearly loved husband of Kathleen for 50 years. Loving Dad of Jo, Andy, Sue and Vaughan, and Grandy of 11. A service to celebrate Andy's life will be held at Grahams Funeral Home Chapel, West Street, Tuakau on Friday 27 July at 1.00pm followed by a private cremation. All communication to admin@grahamsfunerals.co.nz... Read more...
Johannes (Joop) Mous
Date of Death: Friday 20th July 2018
Date of Service: Friday 27th July 2018
Born in Amsterdam on the 29th March 1930. Passed away peacefully at the age of 88 years at Middlemore Hospital on Friday the 20th of July 2018. Treasured husband of the late Thea, devoted father of Marcel and Angela, and father in law of Lisa. Adored G Dog of Kristen, Jessica and Emilie, and cherished Opa of Caitlin, Dana and Braedyn; and friend of Christina and family. ... Read more...
Leonard Stuart Gordon (Stuart)
Date of Death: 20th July 2018
Date of Service: 24th July 2018
Passed away on 20th July 2018, at home surrounded by his family, aged 86 years, after a long, brave battle. Much loved husband of Fiona. Dearly loved father of Wendy, Gary, Joanne and Sharon. Much loved Poppa of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A service will be held at Grahams Funeral Chapel, 31 West Street, Pukekohe, on Tuesday 24th July, at 11:30am. ... Read more...
Natalie Hamer Ramsden (nee Dollimore)
Date of Death: Saturday 21st July 2018
Date of Service:
Born 26th May 1922 at Port Chalmers, Dunedin, passed away peacefully on Saturday 21st July 2018 at Possum Bourne Hospital, Pukekohe, in her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late Edward (Ted) Ramsden (2012), cherished mother of Suzie (Pukekohe), Rachel and mother in law of Brook (Port Waikato), the late Simon (2015) and Nicholas (1978). Loved Nana of Andre, Emerald and Anna; adored 'Aunt... Read more...
Richard James Baker Hay
Date of Death: 16th July 2018
Date of Service: 25th July 2018
Patricia Valerie Montgomery
Date of Death: Tuesday 17th July 2018
Date of Service: Monday 23rd July 2018
(Pat,) (nee Wiggins). Born May 13th, 1930. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 17th July 2018, at Auckland Hospital. Beloved by the late Des, and the late Arthur. Cherished mother of Vicki and John, Brent, and Elise and Simon. Loved gran of Ellen, Taylor, Hannah and Mike, Dominic, Helena, and Marina, and great gran to Baker. ... Read more...
Eric Richard Harnett
Date of Death: Saturday 14th July 2018
Date of Service: Saturday 21st July 2018
Service No 439663. Born 12.06.1923, passed away July 14th 2018 at Palms Hospital, Pukekohe. Partner and companion of the late Evelyn McMillan, and loved family member of Alyson and the late Peter Grice, Jackie and Rod Anderson, Jillian and David Lukan, and all his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. A service for Eric will be held at the Pukekohe R.S.A on Saturday 21st July at... Read more...
Ronald Huia Kelly (Ron)
Date of Death: 8th July 2018
Date of Service: Monday 16th July 2018
447815, GNR, 34th Battery 2NZEF. Peacefully in Waipukurau on 8 July 2018, in his 96th year. Loved husband of the late Joan, and the late Mescal; father and father-in-law of Heather, Lyn, and Geoff and Denise. Poppa of Selu, Alanna, and Lesieli; Grant and Craig. Our sincerest thanks to the team at Mt Herbert house for their love and care. A service for Ron will be held at Waiuku Cemetery, Cemetery ... Read more...
Gwendoline Edith Higley (Gwen)
Date of Death: 7th July 2018
Date of Service: 10th July 2018
04.05.1929 - 07.07.2018 Died peacefully at CHT Waiuku Resthome, on 7th July 2018. Beloved wife of the late John Higley, and much loved mother of David, Pam, Peter, Sue and Sally. Wonderful Grandma to 12 grandchildren and great Grandma to 13. RIP Mum. A funeral for Gwen will be held on Tuesday, 10th July, at 12noon, at Grahams Chapel, 37 Kitchener Road, Waiu... Read more...
Jean Rosa Neale
Date of Death: 8th July 2018
Date of Service: 12th July 2018
Passed away peacefully on 8th July 2018, at Franklin Village. Aged 97 years. Much loved wife of the late Alan. Treasured mother and mother in law of Murray and Margaret, Kenneth, Graham and Jeanette, Christine and Mark, and friend of Leila and Jill. Cherished Nana of Debbie and Scott, Caryn, Stephen and Nicky, Nathan and Tracey, Terry, Rachel, Hamish and Kathy, Tracy and Tony. Nana Great to Jessic... Read more...
Janie Kate Grant
Date of Death: 6th July 2018
Date of Service: 12th July 2018
26/08/1983 - 06/07/2018 Our beautiful Janie Kate passed away peacefully in her sleep on 6 July 2018. Loved wife of Brad, precious daughter of Ron and Noreen, sister of Seamus, Alex and George and aunt to Darby. Special friend of Rachel. Loved daughter-in-law of Ann & Ali and sister-in-law of Scoob. Greatly loved by all her aunts, uncles and cousins. Thanks to all ... Read more...
Janine Ellen Tunmore
Date of Death: 02.07.2018
Date of Service: Saturday 7th July 2018 at 11.00 am
27 November 1965 ~ 2nd July 2018 Our beautiful Janine is at peace now, she was surrounded by everybody she loved physically and in thought; we're sure she is catching up with nana. She was a fighter right to the last second. She was an incredible woman and was the glue that held us together. Janine will always be remembered by her husband Robert, son Ga... Read more...
Ronald Scott (Ron)
Date of Death: 1st July 2018
Date of Service:
Formerly of Taradale, born on June 24th 1937 in Langholm Scotland, passed away peacefully at age 81 on July 1st in Franklin Memorial Hospital. Beloved husband of the late Nancy, and very much loved dad of Graham and Trina, Vincent and Bronwyn. Cherished Grandad of his grandchildren and great grandchildren. At Ron's request there will be no funeral service held. All communications to Ron's family... Read more...
James Burgess Craik Thomson (Jim)
Date of Death: 25th June 2018
Date of Service: Tuesday 3rd July 2018
07 August 1947 - 25 June 2018 Beloved husband of Sarai; greatly loved father of Elissa and James. Loving father in law of Mike and Makiko. Absolutely adored Papa and Jim of Olivia and Caitlin; June, Jim and Magnus. Fur-father of Zeus, Jackie and Mollie. Taken from us all so suddenly and far too soon. We all love you so very much, and will ... Read more...
Janice Rosemary Kingi
Date of Death: 26th June 2018
Date of Service: 29th June 2018
KINGI Janice Rosemary Passed away 26th June 2018, aged 71 years. At home, surrounded by family, after a short illness. Loved daughter if the late Shellaugh and Patrick Thomas. Much cherished sister of Pauline and Patricia. Loved mother of Jamie, Awhina, Samuel, Luke and Aaron. Much loved mother in law of Tupato, Marliyn and Lauren, and adored Nan of her 17 mokos. Loved, and will be missed by... Read more...
Roger Cornish
Date of Death: 18th June 2018
Date of Service: Monday 25th June 2018
Roger Arthur Cornish Sadly passed away on 18th June 2018 while enjoying a cycle ride at Waihi Beach. Aged 73 years. Dearly loved husband of Nancy, and brother of Maggie. Cherished father of Jilly and Nick, Sarah and Alastair, and Jane and Jono. Adored Papa of Joshua, Abbie, William, Hollie, Jack and Harriet. A service to remember Roger's life will be held at the Puke... Read more...
Ngaire Margaret Hart
Date of Death: 16th June 2018
Date of Service: Saturday 23rd June 2018 at 11.am
Life's journey has ended, her spiritual journey continues. Born 22nd May 1953sadly passed on 16th June 2018 after a very brave 19 year "battle" with breast cancer. Loved wife of Willie, greatly loved by Joanna, Julius and Max, Andrew, Cadie, Tom, Emily and Beatrice, Jared, Joshua and James, and Bridie and Melissa. A very special person who enjoyed life and the travels she underst... Read more...
Greg Tilsley
Date of Death: 14th June 2018
Date of Service: 18th June 2018
Suddenly passed away, peacefully at Middlemore Hospital, surrounded by family and friends on 14th June 2018, at the young age of 44. Loved husband and best friend of Anna. Amazing Dad to Jack and Harry. Dearly loved son of Susan and Max. Loved brother and Beagle Boy of Lance and Josh. A service will be held at the Waiuku Cosmopolitan Club, 4 Victoria Avenue, Waiuku on Monday 18th June, at 1:30... Read more...
Diana Margaret Verran
Date of Death: 6th June 2018
Date of Service: 11th June 2018
Passed away peacefully in her 72nd year at Possum Bourne Hospital, Pukekohe, on June 6, 2018 with her family by her side. Loved wife of the late Eric, dearly loved Mum of Mary and Alice. Loved sister of David, Christopher and Phillip. Adored Nana to Madison. Special thanks to the caring staff at Possum Bourne Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Breast Cancer Foundation and c... Read more...
Bob Coatsworth
Date of Death: 5th June 2018
Date of Service: 9th June 2018
COATSWORTH, Robert William (Bob). Passed suddenly on 5th June 2018 at Auckland Hospital, surrounded by family and friends. Beloved husband of Nicky; loved and respected father of Michael, daughter in law Steph and grandson Taran, and the late Bryan. "Your ability to turn your hand to anything, for anyone, will be a hard act to follow." A service to celebrate Bob's life will be... Read more...
Audrey Gloria Hall
Date of Death: 31st May 2018
Date of Service: 7th June 2018
HALL, Audrey Gloria (nee Blong). Passed away peacefully on 31 May 2018 at Pukekohe Hospital, aged 89 years. Surrounded by her loving family. Much loved wife of Norman and mother to Kevin and Barbera, Alan and Chin Lee, Gregory and Fiona. Adored Nana to Nicholas, Anthony, Sarah, Emily, Amanda, Brian, Simone and Courteney. A Great Nana to Aiden, Mason, Ashlee, Sophia and Harrison. A... Read more...
Janet Mae Lott
Date of Death: 29th May 2018
Date of Service: 5th May 2018
Born August 14, 1934. Passed away on May 29, 2018. Slipped away peacefully aged 83. Finally dementia free and in a more peaceful place. Loved wife of the late Ken, and Bruce, respectively. Dearly loved mum of Greg and Janet, cherished grandma of Jeremy and Vicki. She will be sadly missed by Raewyn and Steve. Grateful thanks to the staff at Hillcrest Hospital in Mangere. In lieu of flo... Read more...
Ethel Alice Harris
Date of Death: 29 May 2018
Date of Service: Tuesday, 5 June 2018 at 12.30pm
HARRIS, Ethel Alice. Peacefully at Middlemore Hospital on 29May 2018, aged 95. Dearly loved wife of the late Stan. Loved super Mum of Dianne and bestmate of John. Dearly loved Nana of Sean and Tina, Chris and Hayley, and her seven great grandchildren. We will never forget the fun and laughter that always surrounded her. Our sincere thanks to the caring staff of Summerset at Karaka ... Read more...
Joseph Hunter Montgomery
Date of Death: 29 May 2018
Date of Service: 1 June 2018 at 11am
MONTGOMERY, Joseph Hunter. Born 7 July 1963 our brother uncle and koro to many passed after a courageous battle with illness on 29 May 2018. We all love you so much that letting you go was hard but we know now that you have found comfort in Ihoa hands with our mum dad brothers sisters. Nomore suffering bro. Tangihanga Maurea Marae 1051 TeOhaki Rd Rangiriri Funeral Service Friday 1 Ju... Read more...
Peter Reginald Dawson
Date of Death: 26 May 2018
Date of Service: 05.06.18
DAWSON, Peter Reginald (Reggie). Passed away 26 May 2018 as a result of an accident. Adored father of Hailey (USA), Braedyn and Kieran, and friend of Lisa (Pukekohe). A private cremation has been held. A memorial service to ... Read more...
David James Keppel
Date of Death: 26.05.18
Date of Service: Friday 1st June 2018 at 1.30 pm
Passed away suddenly at home on 26th May 2018, aged 54 years. Adored husband of Maryan, cherished Dad of Abby and Hannah, dearly loved eldest son of Michael Keppell (Sydney), and Jacquie Nicoll (Christchurch), treasured big brother of Shane, Dion, and Amanda. In lieu of flowers donations to the Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust, PO Box 2252, Auckland 1140, would be appreciated and may be left at ... Read more...
Gary Jamieson
Date of Death: 25th May 2018
Date of Service: 30th May 2018
Passed away peacefully on the 25th May, 2018. Much loved life partner to wife Gill. Dearly loved and wonderful Dad to Zara, Rebecca and Isaac, Natalie and Brad. Cherished son of Brian and Doreen, and brother to Lesley and Dick. Sadly missed brother-in-law of the Scandrett family. Supportive uncle and friend. Forever in our memories, forever in our hearts. A celebration of Gary’s li... Read more...
Betty Bent
Date of Death: 17th May 2018
Date of Service: Wednesday 23rd May 2018
Died peacefully on Thursday 17th May 2018 at Palms Hospital, Pukekohe. Loving wife of Stewart for 51 years. Wonderful mother and mother-in-law of Elaine and Dale, and Edwin and Rebecca; and loved nana of Micaela, Thomas, Jacob; and Jack and Leo. Betty is now with her Lord and Saviour and is now in the presence of her heavenly Father. A service to celebrate Betty's life will be held at... Read more...
Muriel Jean Eyre
Date of Death: 21st May 2018
Date of Service: 25th May 2018
Eyre – Muriel Jean, on the 21st May 2018, aged 81 Daughter of the late Arthur and Annie Eyre, loved sister of Lewis Eyre, Margaret Anderson, Kath Reece, and the late Thomas Eyre and Lilian Hirst. Always in our hearts. Service will be held at Grahams Chapel, West Street Tuakau ... Read more...
Mary Josephine Running
Date of Death: 21st May 2018
Date of Service: Friday 25th May 2018
RUNNING, Mary Josephine (nee Finlayson). 18th May 1937 - 21st May 2018. After a long illness, now at peace. Dearly loved wife of the late Harry and loved partner of Ray (deceased). Much loved Mum of Annette and Glen, Karen and Tony, Angela and John and treasured Gran to Sophie, Matthew, Sam, Natasha and Alex. Loved sister of Tony (deceased), Jan, Denis, Finn and Kate. Forever in our ... Read more...
Graham George Walters
Date of Death: 10th May 2018
Date of Service: Friday 18th May 2018
On the 10th of May 2018 at Waiuku Franklin Memorial hospital, after a long illness, passed away with his family by his side aged 70 years. Dearly loved husband of Kaewyn. Father and father in law to Maria and Steven, Darlene and Mark, Keely and Willy. Devoted Grandad of Jessica, Daniel, Boston, Madelyn, Carlia, Brookelyn and Eva. He will be sorely missed. Heartfelt thanks to the staff at Franklin ... Read more...
Elizabeth Emily (Beth) Roose
Date of Death: 9 May 2018
Date of Service: Friday 18 May 2018 at 11.30am
On 9 May 2018, at Auckland Hospital after a short illness, and in the comfort of family, Beth passed peacefully to be with The Lord. Dearly loved elder daughter of the late Leonard and Gladys Roose (Pukekohe). Devoted elder sister to Christina (deceased), Raymond (TeAwamutu), Torrens (Pukekohe), Lois (deceased), Velma (Hamilton, Winifred (deceased), and Mary (deceased). Be... Read more...
Robert Wilson
Date of Death: 9th May 2018
Date of Service: 12th May 2018
Passed away at home, on 9th May 2018. Loved husband of Violet, and much loved father, koro, brother and uncle. Robert will be resting at Nga Tai E Rua Marae, Carr Street, Tuakau. Kai Hakiri will be held at 11:00am on Saturday 12th May. Service at 1:00pm. Burial at Rangi Kariri Urupa, Te Kohanga. Read more...
George Hargrave
Date of Death: 8th May 2018
Date of Service: 14th May 2018
Mollie Hall
Date of Death: 6th May 2018
Date of Service: 11th May 2018
Born 24th August 1925. Peacefully passed away 6th May 2018. Much loved wife of the late Bill. Loving mother of Brian (deceased) and Lita, Christine, Neville and Carol, Francine, Lal and Roy (deceased), Kathie and Noel, Graham and Leigh, Peter and Denise. Loved Grannie of 22 grandchildren and Great Grannie of 29. A service will be held at St Anthony's Catholic Church, Kent St, Waiuku on Friday ... Read more...
Joyce Mary Oliver
Date of Death: 7th May 2018
Date of Service: 14th May 2018
On May 7th 2018, aged 72 years, after a short illness, at Possum Bourne Hospital, Pukekohe. Dearly loved wife of Rex for 55 years. Loved mum of Warren and Anna; Lorraine (dec) and Cary Clendon, and the late Kelvin. Dear Nana of Daniel, Andrew and Adele; Michael, Steven and Jeffrey. "Our hearts are broken and we will miss you dearly, but the memories of you will fill our hearts forever." A service ... Read more...
Alan Rex Rosenberg
Date of Death: 29th April 2018
Date of Service: 2nd May 2018
Deborah Ann Donaldson
Date of Death: Monday 30th April 2018
Date of Service: Friday 4th May 2018 at 1.00 pm
Dearly loved wife of Nigel, loving Mum of Steve and Bianca, Andy, Mickey, precious Nana of Khan and Kobi, loved sister Kay and Ian, Carol, Sharon, sister-in-law of Brian and Freda, Rex and Anne, Roger and Marian, Terry and Jennifer, and Annette and Colin. Read more...
Peace McCarthy
Date of Death: 24th April 2018
Date of Service: 30th April 2018
Patricia McKinney
Date of Death: 19th April 2018
Date of Service: 28th April 2018
At Middlemore Hospital on Thursday, 19 April 2018, in her 93rd year. Dearly loved wife of the late George. Loved mother of Colleen and the late Michael McDonald, Dennis, Jeanette and Colin Bertelsen, Sheryl and Tim Cant, Edward (deceased) and Barbara. Loving Granny of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. The service for Patricia will be held at the Bombay... Read more...
Laural Littlewood
Date of Death: 22nd April 2018
Date of Service: 27th April 2018
Passed away at Middlemore Hospital on 22 April 2018, aged 84 years. Wife of the late Don Littlewood, loved mother and mother-in-law of Brian and Karen, Beverley (and the late Kevin Dance and the late Trevor Callander), Lynn and Greg Birch, Grant and Haley. Nana of Shaun, Lauren and Duane, Duane and Whitney, and Kerryn; Scott, the late Brendan, and Brad; Craig and Rachel, an... Read more...
Alicia Lucas
Date of Death: 16th April 2018
Date of Service: 24th April 2018
Passed away suddenly, at home on 16th April 2018. Loving wife of Jay and loving mother of Xander. Much loved daughter of Dave and Bernice, and sister of Cameron and Sandra. A service to celebrate the life of Alicia will be held at the Manukau Memorial Gardens Chapel, Puhinui Road, Papatoetoe, on Tuesday 24th April 2018, at 2:00pm. Read more...
Philip John Bell
Date of Death: 18th April 2018
Date of Service: Monday 23rd April 2018
Passed away peacefully at home on 18th April 2018. Dearly loved husband of Sommai, devoted Dad of Andrew, Naree, and Emily, Father-in-law of Ian and Ann, adored Granddad of William, Edward, Nathan, Lewis, Ethan, and Eli, loving brother of Chris and Lyn. A service for Philip will be held at the Manukau Memorial Gardens, Puhinui Rd, Papatoetoe on Monday 23rd April at 2.00 pm followed by private cre... Read more...
Brian Trevor Blackmore
Date of Death: 18.04.2018
Date of Service: 27.04.2018
On 18th April 2018; passed away peacefully at Possum Bourne Hospital, aged 76. Dearly loved husband of Jill for 54 years. Loved father of Paul an Suzanne. Loved father-in-law of Craig and former father-in-law of Louise. Loved grandfather of Nicole, Sean, Stephanie and Roy. A celebration of Brian's life will be held at Grahams Funeral Chapel, West St, PUKEKOHE, on Friday 27th April, at 1.00... Read more...
Norman Rex Maxwell (Rex)
Date of Death: 7th April 2018
Date of Service: 11th April 2018
Passed away peacefully after a long illness on Saturday 7th April 2018 aged 78. Loved Dad of Alan & Janene, Janine & Paul, Derryn & Jason. Loved Grandad of Rianna & Cody, Emma & Holly, Symara & Shayden A big thanks to the staff at the Waiuku Estuary Village Rest Home for the love and care given to Dad. A grave side service will be held at the Waiuku Cemetery, Cnr... Read more...
Janice Jessie Lindsey
Date of Death: 3rd April 2018
Date of Service: 10th April 2018
Passed away peacefully at Middlemore Hospital on 3 April 2018 after a long courageous battle, aged 76 years. Dearly loved wife of Brian and much loved mother of Sheryl and Merrin. Free from pain and at peace with her Heavenly Father. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Janice will be held at the Pukekohe Methodist Church, corner of Wesley and Queen Streets, Pukekohe on Tuesday ... Read more...
Barrie Sim
Date of Death: 27.06.2018
Date of Service: Thursday 29.03.2018
Passed away unexpectantly at home on 21st March 2018, aged 72 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Carol, and former husband of Kathleen (Kathy). Loved Dad of Carolyn, Donna and Dennis Morar, Roddie and Karen, Mac and Fiona, caring stepfather of Andrew Batkin and the late Rosemary Rowe (nee Batkin). Devoted Grandfather of Eva-Marie, Jayden, George, Rheubin, Lewis and Angus, devoted Pop of Rac... Read more...
Marion Emma May
Date of Death: 21.03.2018
Date of Service: 27.03.2018
Passed away suddenly but peacefully surrounded by her loving family on 21st March 2018, aged 81 years. Dearly loved wife of Leo, adored Mum of Debbie and Graham, Andrea and Ian, Tracy and Geoff, and the best cheeky Nana of 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. In memory of Marion donations to the Waiuku St John Ambulance Fund, PO Box 112, Waiuku would be appreciated and may be left at the serv... Read more...
Graeme Duncan (Hoey)
Date of Death: 24th March 2018
Date of Service: 29th March 2018
Passed away at home on 24th March 2018, aged 66 years. Loving father of Bert and Julie, and Julie and Ray. Much loved Grandad of Tyler Rose, Kade and Jasmin. A service for Hoey will be held at The Waiuku Rugby Club, 43 King Street, Waiuku on Thursday 29th March, at 1:00pm.
Rona Mavis Doyle
Date of Death: 17th March 2018
Date of Service: 24th March 2018
Born in Napier. 26.04.1923 - 17.03.2018. At Pukekohe. Beloved wife of the late Mick (Gerald Doyle). Cherished Mother, Mother-in-law, Grandmother and Great-grandmother of Sandra and Martin Taylor, Gerald and the late Alison Doyle, Margaret and John Jacobson, and Murray and Clare Doyle, and their families. Loved sister-in-law of Elizabeth Blackstaffe. At Rona's request, a private fami... Read more...
Evan Robert Thomas Bartle
Date of Death: 9th March 2018
Date of Service: 16th March 2018
Passed away peacefully in Pukekohe aged 86. Dearly loved husband of Rio. Loved brother of Rhys and Peter. Loved father of his 11 children, loved grandfather and great grandfather to all of his grand and great grandchildren. We will celebrate Evan's life at Grahams Funeral Home, West Street Tuakau, on Friday March 16 at 10am. Read more...
Aileen Margaret McIntosh
Date of Death: Tuesday 13.03.2018
Date of Service: Saturday 17th March 2018 at 11.00 am
Passed away peacefully at Palms Hospital, Pukekohe, on 13th March 2018, aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Dinny, cherished Mum of Raymond and Sara, Ian, Gayle and Phil McKenzie, loved Grandma of Christopher and Chontelle, Regan and loving great grandma of Phoenix and Cadence. In memory of Aileen, donations to the Waiuku St John Ambulance Fund, PO Box 112, Waiuku wo... Read more...
Shirley Dawson
Date of Death: 10th March 2018
Date of Service: 16th March 2018
Passed away on March 10, 2018 at Pukekohe Hospital. Now at Peace. Loved wife of the late Tom Dawson. Much loved mother and mother in law of Steven and Dianne, Kevin and Janine, and Joyleen. Treasured Gran of Chris and Kristin, Shane, Cameron, Emma, Matt and Pru. Sadly missed and will always be remembered. A service for Shirley will be held at Pukekohe RSA, Edinburgh St, Pukekohe on Friday 16 ... Read more...
Allan Bruce McKee
Date of Death: 8th March 2018
Date of Service: 12th March 2018
Passed away peacefully after a short illness on Thursday 8th March 2018, in Greymouth. A loved husband of the late Lyn, loved father and father in-law of Karen & Murray Matson, Tania & Dale Rees, and Michelle& Steve Rooney, loved poppa of Kirsty & Sam, Caitlyn, Sophie, Emma, and Thomas, loved great-poppa of Oliver, loved brother and brother in-law of Trevor & Noeline, and a l... Read more...
Ray Chapman
Date of Death: 04.03.2018
Date of Service: 13 March 2018
Suddenly on Sunday 4th March 2018, aged 87 years. Loved brother of Keith and Joan (Sydney) and uncle of Colleen and Ann (Sydney). A service to farewell Ray will be held at All Souls Chapel, Purewa Crematorium, 100 St Johns Road, Meadowbank, on Tuesday 13th March, at 11:30am. All communications to Colleen 0275243137. Read more...
Joyzelle June Boden
Date of Death: Tuesday 6th March 2018
Date of Service: Friday 9th March 20178
Passed away peacefully on 6th March 2018, aged 80 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ken, loved mother and mother-in-law of Keith and Mary; Brent and Tina; Lee-Anne and Filip: loving grandmother of Sean, Tyler, Nicole, Matthew, Quinn, and Nina; and her great grandchild Avana. Forever in our hearts. A service for Joy will be held at Grahams Funeral Home Chapel, West St, Tuakau on Fri... Read more...
Kathleen Jane Wengdal
Date of Death: Sunday 4th March 2018
Date of Service: Monday 12th March 2018
(Formerly of Ocean Shores Retirement Village). Passed away peacefully on 4th March 2018 at Possum Bourne Village, Pukekohe, aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Graham, cherished Mum of the late Allan, loved Granna of Blake and Aaron, loved Mum-in-law of Vivienne. A service for Kay will be held at Grahams Funeral Chapel, West St, Pukekohe on Monday 12th March at 1.00 pm followed by priv... Read more...
Elva Margaret McGough
Date of Death: 1st March 2018
Date of Service: 8th March 2018
Passed away on 1st March 2018 t at Possum Bourne Retirement Village, Pukekohe, aged 83 years Loved wife of Alan, mother of Malcolm, Stuart, Ian and Grant. Gran of eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A service to celebrate Elva’s life will be held at Grahams Funeral Home Chapel, West Street, Tuakau at 11:00am on Thursday 8th March. The family wish to... Read more...
Evelyn Jean McMillan
Date of Death: 17th February 2018
Date of Service: 10th March 2018
Peacefully at Possum Bourne Hospital on February 17th 2018, aged 89 years. Loving mother of Alyson and the late Peter Grice, Jackie and Rod Anderson, and Jillyan and David Lukan. Nan to Sheree, Tracy and Mark, Andre, Vicky and Kayne. Great Nan of 13 great grandchildren. Loved partner of Eric. Special thanks to all of the staff on Level 4 at Possum Bourne Hospital. At Mum's request, private cre... Read more...
Kathleen Sonia Banks (Kath)
Date of Death: 28/02/2018
Date of Service: 7th March 2018
Peacefully on 28th February 2018, at Possum Bourne Hospital, Pukekohe. Loved wife of the late Dawson. Mother of Jocelyn, Russell, and Keven and Fiona. Nana of Harrison and Cameron. A service for Kath will be held at Crossroads Church, 448 Mangatangi Road, Mangatangi on Wednesday 7th March 2018, at 2:00pm, followed by private cremation. All communications to fd3@grahamsfunerals... Read more...
Brianna Andrews
Date of Death: 23.02.2018
Date of Service: 02.03.2018
Passed away on 23 February 2018, at Possum Bourne Village. Loved by Doris. Loved parent of John and Dave. Grams to Brian, Marion-Louise, Cameron and Alicia, and all of the great-grandchildren. A service will be held at The Manukau Memorial Gardens Chapel, 361 Puhinui Road, Papatoetoe on Friday 2 March, at 2:00pm. All communications to fd3@grahamsfunerals.co.nz... Read more...
Ann Stockley
Date of Death: 18th February.2018
Date of Service: Friday 23rd February
(Nee Williams ~ Formally Bright) Passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at Possum Bourne Village, Pukekohe on 18th February 2018, aged 77 years. Dearly loved and treasured wife of Stan Stockley (late) and Reg Bright (late). Much loved mother of Sharon Stockley (late), Kath Taylor, Brendon Stockley, Helen and Eric (late) Crump, Mary and Geoff (late) Haines, ... Read more...
Michael James Eastwood (Mike)
Date of Death: 14.02.2018
Date of Service: 19.02.2018
Passed away at home on 14th February 2018 after a long illness. Aged 44 years. Dearly loved husband of Gemma and adored father of Georgia. Loved 4th son of Dyllice and the late Peter, and loved brother and brother-in-law of Peter and Jo, Alan and Kath, Paul and Ange, Mark and Micaela, and all his nieces and nephews and great niece. A celebration of Mike’s l... Read more...
Martin Frode Hansen
Date of Death: 6th February 2018
Date of Service: 13th February 2018
Tony Castle
Date of Death: 6th February 2018
Date of Service: 11th February 2018
Peacefully at Possum Bourne Hospital, Pukekohe, on the 6th of February 2018, aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of Isobel and cherished father of Belinda and David Clarke. Loved Poppa of Stephanie and Casey, Danielle and Edwin and Michael. A service will be held at St Andrews Anglican Church, Queen Street, Pukekohe, on Sunday, 11th February at 1.00pm, followed by burial at Heights Park Cemetery, ... Read more...
William Fred (Bill) PERRY
Date of Death: 03 February 2018
Date of Service: 12 February 2018
Cushla Margaret MASSEY
Date of Death: 02 February 2018
Date of Service: 09 February 2018
Rodney Bernard Tighe ASTON
Date of Death: 26 January 2018
Date of Service: 01 February 2018
Pat Stephenson
Date of Death: 28 January 2018
Date of Service: Thursday, 1 February 2018
Passed away peacefully at the Palms Hospital Pukekohe on the 28th of January 2018 aged 89 years. Loved Mum of Jim and the late Ann, Rod and Carol and Cathy and Keryn. Loved Nana and Great Nan to Dan, Sarah and Family, Lena, Alex and family. Loved Nana Pat and Aunty Pat to all her extended family in NZ, Australia and America. A special thanks to the hospital staff at Palms for their care. In ... Read more...
Betty Margaret Lewis
Date of Death: 25th January 2018
Date of Service: Tuesday 30th January 2018
LEWIS Betty Margaret (Nee Prebble) Sadly passed away on @5th January 2018 at Possum Bourne Hospital, Pukekohe. Aged 73. Adored wife of Peter. Loving Mum of Greg and Cherre, and Warren and Karen. Nana Betty to Adriana, Bridie, Sophie and Taleisha. A special lady, now at rest. In lieu of flowers, donations to Auckland District Kidney Society www.kidneysociety.co.nz would be appreciated... Read more...
Darilyn Violet ROBBIE
Date of Death: Friday 19 January 2018
Date of Service: Tuesday 23 January 2018
Rosina Marie NEARY
Date of Death: 10 January 2018
Date of Service: No public Funeral Service held
Family and those closest to Rosina, farewelled her in private. Read more...
Valery May DWIGHT
Date of Death: 12 January 2018
Date of Service: No public Funeral Service held
Brian Daniel COLE
Date of Death: 12 January 2018
Date of Service: No public Funeral Service held
The family will farewell Brian privately. Read more...
Don Morrow
Date of Death: 7th January 2018
Date of Service: Monday 15th January 2018
Morrow Don On 7th January 2018 at Middlemore Hospital. In his 81st year. Loving husband, father, poppa, koro, and best friend of Lois, Shane and Charlotte, Tracey and David, Ben and Laura and Adagio, Ben and Athena. Our sincere thanks to Middlemore A and E, Ward 33, Haematology and Cardiac units. A big thank you to Dr Andrew Reid and all the staff of Tuakau Healt... Read more...
Vera Shillingford
Date of Death: 4th January 2018
Date of Service: 9th January 2018
Shillingford Vera Rosalind
Crooks Patricia (Patsy)
Date of Death: Friday 24th November 1933
Date of Service: Thursday 30th November 2017
19th March 1933 ~ 24th November 2017 Passed away at Possum Bourne Hospital, Pukekohe, aged 84 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Douglas (Doug). Loved mother and mother-in law of Christine and Malcolm Hope, Vicki and Graham Brocklehurst, Deborah and John Hayward, loved nana of 14 Grandchildren and an ever increasing number of great grandchildren. A service for Patsy will be held at Grahams... Read more...
Margaret BUCKLAND-PINNOCK
Date of Death: 16.December.1924
Date of Service: 23 November 2017
Lucas John Andrews
Date of Death: 15th November 2017
Date of Service: Friday 24th November 2017
Born September 3, 1990. Passed away at home unexpectedly Wednesday 15 November, aged 27. Much loved son of Stephen and Fiona, and big brother to Victor. Special nephew to Mary and Alan, Nicola and Henk, Greg, Dennis and Irene, Richard and Caroline, Aynsley and Richard and Grant and Dianne (Australia). Fun loving cousin to Antoinette, Jon, Martin, Kristine, Kadia, Cheron,... Read more...
Geoffrey Richard William WALSH
Date of Death: 15 November 2017
Date of Service: 23 November 2017
Shirley Blanche BLOOMFIELD
Date of Death: 8 November 2017
Date of Service: 20 November 2017
Very much loved partner of Norm.
Geoffrey Richard William WALSH
Date of Death: 15 November 2017
Date of Service: 23 November 2017
Trevor Albert Charles ADKINS
Date of Death: 7 November 2017
Date of Service: Private Family Service
Eileen Dawn Stanfield
Date of Death: 13 November 2017
Date of Service: Private Family Farewell
Lola Kalolaine Hua FUSITU'A
Date of Death: Thursday 19.October 2017
Date of Service: Friday 10.November 2017
Lola died at her family's home in Flat Bush, Auckland surrounded by her family. She is survived by her 3 girls Moana, Soana (Latu) and Ana-Faye Read more...
Judith Elizabeth COPPOCK
Date of Death: Saturday 28 October 2017
Date of Service: Thursday 2 November 2017
Judith passed away peacefully at home after a short illness, with her loving family near. Read more...
Russell William DYER
Date of Death: Sunday 29 October 2017
Date of Service: Friday 3 November 2017
Noeline VAUGHAN
Date of Death: Sunday 22 October 2017
Date of Service: Saturday 28 October 2017
Robin James FRANCIS
Date of Death: Thursday 26 October 2017
Date of Service: Tuesday 31 October 2017
Ray John Vaughan CRADDOCK
Date of Death: Tuesday 24 October 2017
Date of Service: Wednesday 1 November 2017
Brian Robert MILTON
Date of Death: Friday 27 October 2017
Date of Service: Thursday 2 November 2017
Loving husband of Maureen.
Paul Russell Brighouse
Date of Death: 22nd October 2017
Date of Service: Saturday 28th October 2017
Brighouse Paul Russell Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at Auckland Hospital on 22nd October 2017, aged 62 years. Dearly loved partner and best friend of Mata, much loved Father of Paul and Nicole. Adored Grandad of Meadow, Wyatt, Millar and Willow, dearly loved son of Russell and Des. At peace now and flyi... Read more...
Tim Marlow
Date of Death: 21st October 2017
Date of Service: 27th October 2017
Marlow, Timothy John Passed away at Middlemore Hospital on 21st October 2017, aged 63 years. Son of the late Mavis and Ken (Clarkes Beach). Loved brother of Peter and Fee, Tony and Denise, Jan and Johan, Jody and Bryon, Nick and Kaaren, and Lisa (Deceased) and families. Our special thanks to the amazing staff at Middlemore, who cared so compassionately for Tim. A... Read more...
John Dorset Robert HULL
Date of Death: Friday 6 October 2017
Date of Service: Thursday 12 October 2017
Brian Andrew Johnston
Date of Death: Saturday 14th October 2017
Date of Service: Wednesday11th October 2017
John Andrew Rattrie
Date of Death: Friday 6 October 2017
Date of Service: Wednesday 11 October 2017
Ross John (Freddo) Fredrickson
Date of Death: Thursday 12 October 2017
Date of Service: Tuesday 18 October 2017
Leslie Smith
Date of Death: Sunday 1 October 2017
Date of Service: Wednesday 11 October 2017
Lynette Elsie VOYCE
Date of Death: Tuesday 3 October 2017
Date of Service: Monday 9 October 2017
Lynette died unexpectedly in her sleep at home in Whiriwhiri Rd, aged 54 years. Read more...
Hedwig Adriaan Maria WEISS
Date of Death: Wednesday 11 October 2017
Date of Service: Tuesday 17 October 2017
Ranchhod Makan
Date of Death: Wednesday 4th October 2017
Date of Service: Monday 9th October 2017
Kenneth Bliss (Ken)
Date of Death: 29th September 2017
Date of Service: 6th October 2017
Passed peacefully at Pukekohe Hospital on Friday September 29th 2017, aged 94. Loving husband of Yvonne (nee Scott; deceased) for 51 years. Beloved father of Scott and wife Suzanne, Rhonda, Karen and husband John Warren, and Gary (deceased). Proud Poppa of Shardonnay, Shantelle and husband Richard Currie, Suzette and partner Laura Cliffe, Alastair, Peter (deceased), Bella and husband Nic ... Read more...
Lamberta Busser "Betty"
Date of Death: 28th September 2017
Date of Service: 10th October 2017
Died peacefully at Middlemore Hospital on Thursday 28 September 2017, aged 87 years. Wife of Jacobus (Jack). Mother of Tony, Mark and Raewyn, and mother-in-law of Kevin Daly. Grandmother to Angela, Paul, Claire and Steve, and Daniel and Megan. Great Grandmother to Lucinda, Vincent and Isla. 'Rest in Peace with the Lord, Mum. You will be missed by all of your family and friends'. A Requiem Mas... Read more...
Beverley Ann Alexander (nee Strand)
Date of Death: 27th September 2017
Date of Service: 29th September 2017
Passed away peacefully on 27 September 2017, at Middlemore Hospital, after a short illness, in her 75th year. Much loved wife of Frank. Mother and mother-in-law of Graham and Mandy, Michael and Linda, and Karen. Dearly loved Nana of Katie, Sarah, Jack and Harrison. Lived a happy, full life, and thank you for the great life you gave us. In accordance with Bev's wishes, a private crem... Read more...
Neil Hylton Whalen
Date of Death: 18th September 2017
Date of Service: 26th September 2017
Passed away peacefully at home, on Monday 18 September 2017, surrounded by family, aged 85 years young. Cherished husband of the late Valerie. Fun loving Dad of Alison, Shirley, Glenda and James, Andrew and Lisa, Catherine and Dave. Respected, gentlemanly Grandad of Nick and Sonia, Karl and Leah, Jemma, Jonathan, Natalie and Scott, Debbie, James and Aiden. Great Grandad of Phoebe, Chloe, Cohen, Ha... Read more...
Janet Dorothy Iffland McCollum
Date of Death: 23rd September 2017
Date of Service: Wednesday 27th September 2017
Dennis John Collie
Date of Death: 14th September 2017
Date of Service: Monday 18th September 2017
After a short illness at Whangarei Base Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, aged 56 years. You fought so hard for us until the very end. May you rest now in peace, loved by us forever. Dennis is survived by his loving partner Amanda, Very brave Dad of Staci, Adele and Steve and his Fur babies Tess and Mali, Granddad of Aiden and Ruby, Pa of Chevaune, Keely, Ciaran a... Read more...
Joseph Francis (Joe) Donnelly
Date of Death: Tuesday 12th September 2017
Date of Service: Monday 18th September 2017
Donnelly Joseph Francis (Joe) Regtl. No.339577, Warrant Officer, 161 Battery, 16th Field Regiment, Royal NZ Artillery. On 12th September 2017, at Middlemore Hospital, aged 81. Dearly loved husband of Lois. Cherished father of Michael (deceased), Joanne, Maria, Lisa and Kerry. Father in Law of Paul (deceased), Bruce and Lee. Adored Grampa to Cody, Katherine, Amanda, Cameron, PJ, Dylan (... Read more...
Doreen May Edwards
Date of Death: 12th September 2017
Date of Service: 15th September 2017
Passed away peacefully on September 12, 2017 at Ryman Healthcare, Pukekohe. Aged 84 years. Much loved wife of Ray and loved mother and mother in law to Julie and George, Lynette, Ian, Kathy and Andrew. Adored nana to Ellen, Nicole, Haley, Daniel, Luke, Nathan, Jessica, Rochelle and Emma, and caring great nana to ten great greandchidlren. "Memories unfold as we think of yo... Read more...
Jill and Collin List
Date of Death: 1st September 2017 and 8th September 2017
Date of Service: 15th September 2017
A combined farewell will be held at Grahams Funeral Home Chapel, West Street, Tuakau at 11.00am, on Friday 15th September. Collin - On 8th September 2017 peacefully to be with Jill, wife of 66 years. Loved Father of Wayne, the late Franz, Vicki, Marlene and Dale and Grandfather of David. Jill - Passed away September 1st 2017 with Collin, husband of 66 years... Read more...
Jason Forbes
Date of Death: 6th September 2017
Date of Service: 13th September 2017
Passed away suddenly on September 6th, 2017. Only 32 years old. Dearly loved partner of Tricia and doting Daddy of Malcolm. Loved son, brother, cousin and friend to many. Jason's funeral service will be held at Graham's Funeral Home, West Street, Tuakau on Wednesday September 13th at 12:30pm All communications to fd3@grahamsfunerals.co.nz... Read more...
Shirley Ann Johnson
Date of Death: 9th September 2017
Date of Service: 12th September 2017
28.12.1944 - 9.9.2017 Dearly loved and loving mother of Zane. Loving auntie of Rosie. Most loving friend of Kath. According to Shirley's wishes a private cremation has taken place. Rest in peace and love our Shirley. 28.12.1944 - 9.9.2017 Shirley, we miss you. Thank you for making our lives better. Thank you for truly being a part of our family. But more than anything - thank y... Read more...
William John Sheppard (Jack)
Date of Death: 27th August 2017
Date of Service: 11th September 2017
Passed on to be with his Lord on 27th August 2017 while on holiday in Australia. Dearly loved husband of Pam and the late May. Cherished father and father in law and friend of Allan (late) and Bronwyn, and Janine and Alastair Peak. Much loved Grandad of Mikayla Peak. Brother and brother in law of Gertie (late), Geordie and Irene, Ida and Marty, Derna and Mike,... Read more...
Valerie Patricia Tukiri "Pat"
Date of Death: 1st September 2017
Date of Service: 5th September 2017
Passed away peacefully at Middlemore on 1st September 2017. Aged 89. Dearly loved wife of the late Tuwhai Tukiri (Ben), much loved Mum and Mother-in-law to Anne and Lance, Ross and Lorraine, Trish and Brian, Martin and Diane and Wayne and Kerry. Loved Grandmother and Great Grandmother of all her mokopuna. Pat is lying at 7 Te Ahu Road, Pukekawa until Tuesday 5th September from ... Read more...
Graeham Abraham
Date of Death: 31st August 2017
Date of Service: 5th September 2017
Passed away 31st August 2017 at Middlemore Hospital. Aged 85. Son of the late John (Jack) and Daphne (Uppy) Abraham. Loved father of Michael and Eileen, Maurice and Mosiana Seilala, Karen and Allan Ball. Loved grandfather of 7 and great grandfather of 3. We love you always. A service for Graeham will be held at Graham's Pukekohe Chapel, 31 West St, Pukekohe, on Tuesday 5th September at 11.00 a... Read more...
Euan Charles Lawrie
Date of Death: 23rd August 2017
Date of Service: Private Service
On 23 August 2017, at Middlemore Hospital. Peacefully. Aged 66. Loved father of Michael and the late Amber-Lee, and step-son Ben. Friend of former wife Bronwyn. Brother of David and Lynne and Alison and Ken Davidson, and uncle of Emma, Kirsty and Sam. At Euan's request a private cremation has been held. A memorial service will be held at a date to be advised. All communications to Grahams Fune... Read more...
Nola Margaret Bell
Date of Death: 26th August 2017
Date of Service: Private family service
Passed away peacefully on Saturday 26th August 2017, after a short illness, aged 88. Dearest mum of Roger and Jane, Brian and Catherine, Dianne and John, adored nana of her 5 granddaughters and great nana of her 6 great grandchildren. A private family service is to be held. All communications to fd3@grahamsfunerals.co.nz ... Read more...
Jackie Molloy Marshall
Date of Death: 23rd August 2017
Date of Service: 27th August 2017
John Raymond Parker (Jack)
Date of Death: 24th August 2017
Date of Service: 28th August 2017
Passed away peacefully on 24th August 2017, at Palms Life Care, Pukekohe. Aged 88. Dearly loved husband of the late Mavis, treasured father and father in law of Barry (Pukekohe), Diane (Hamilton), Maree and Doug (Melbourne). Adored granddad to Sharee, Jenna, Kerry, Christpher, Sarah and the late Aaron. Great granddad to Ebony, Tyrone, Sky, Axel, Dylan, Connor, Stella, Kelsie, Corban and the late... Read more...
Franz Heinrich (Feri) Hoffmann
Date of Death: Sunday 13 August 2017
Date of Service: Saturday 19 August 2017
Passed away at Summerset by the Park hospital, aged 98 and a half years,. Held dearly and gently in his family's hearts and memories.May you rest in peace. Dearly loved husband of the late Joyce Beatrice and loved brother of both the late Paul and Carl Hoffmann. Greatly loved father of Katharine and Dirk, Cecily, Therese and Hans, Veronica, Gerard and Janine, Gabrielle, Johanna and Aidan... Read more...
Ann Jocelyn Alice Christoffersen
Date of Death: 13 August 2017
Date of Service: Thursday, 17 August 2017
Passed away peacefully in Middlemore Hospital on Sunday 13 August 2017, aged 86. Loved wife of Kirby (Chris); much loved mum of Jeff and Bev' Paul and Stella. Loved by her grandchildren and great grandchildren.. Acelebration of Jocelyn's life will be held at Grahams Funeral Chapel, 31... Read more...
Sarah Heraparo Ruka
Date of Death: 11 August 2017
Date of Service: Wednesday, 16 August 2017
Passed away peacefully on Friday, 11 August 2017. Beloved wife of Rolly Poroa Ruka. Loving mother of Kim, Hemi, Maui, Karaka, Hera and their partners, and her mokopunas. Also loving sister of Christine, Mati, Selwyn, Tewe, Tom, Koroheke, Papoose, Mata, Polly, Marama, Otaota, Manawanui and the rest. Funeral, Wednesday, 16 August. Kaihakare ... Read more...
Maurice Lovegrove
Date of Death: 12 August 2017
Date of Service: Wednesday, 16 August 2017
(Efficiency Decoration – New Zealand Territorial Force), Service No. 351080, Royal New Zealand Artillery. Passed away suddenly at Middlemore Hospital on 12th August 2017, aged 77. Dearly loved husband of Marguerite for 54 years and loving father of Mark and Sharon, Debbie, Stephen and Melanie, Geoff and Candice. Adored grandfather of Michael, Nicole and Arana, Georgia; Sean, Jere... Read more...
Douglas Crooks
Date of Death: 6th August 2017
Date of Service: Monday 14th August 2017
5th November 1931 ~ 6th August 2017. Passed away at Possum Bourne Hospital, Pukekohe, in his 86th year. Dearly loved husband of Patricia (Patsy nee' Callaghan). Loved father and father-in-law of Christine and Malcolm Hope, Vicki and Graham Brocklehurst, Deborah and John Hayward, loved Pa of 14 grandchildren and an ever increasing number of great grandchildren. A service for Doug will be... Read more...
Ngaire Dawn Fleming
Date of Death: 6th August 2017
Date of Service: 11th August 2017
Passed away on 6th August 2017, aged 87 years. Much loved wife of the late Ian. Loved mother of Paul, Gordon, Sharon, James and loved by all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A service to celebrate Ngaire's life will be held at Grahams Funeral Home Chapel, West St, Tuakau on Friday 11th August at 12 noon followed by private cremation. All communications to fd3@grahamsfuneral... Read more...
Kenneth Harry Worthington (Ken/Barney)
Date of Death: 4th August 2017
Date of Service: 7th August 2017
Passed away peacefully on 4th August 2017, aged 88 years. Loving husband of Freda. Loved father and father-in-law of Karen and Colin, Neil and Sandra, and Lei-Anne and Chris. Pop to his 6 grandchildren and Big Pop to 4 great-grandchildren. Loved brother of Trixie and Ray. In lieu of flowers donations to CHT Waiuku, would be appreciated. A service to celebrate Ken's life will be held at Grahams ... Read more...
Barry Eden McNeil
Date of Death: 3rd August 2017
Date of Service: 7th August 2017
Passed away peacefully at home in Pukekohe, on 3 August 2017, aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of Ruth, father and father in law of Helen and Peter, Graeme and Charmaine, Ross and Sue. Fun Didi (grandad) of Daniel, Mathew, Amy, Hayley, Melissa, Jayden. You will be sorely missed. A celebration of Barry's life will be held at Grahams Funeral Home, West Street, Tuakau on Monday, ... Read more...
Alexander Frank Carter (Alex)
Date of Death: 31 July 2017
Date of Service: 04 August 2017
Born 5 July 1933 - Passed away peacefully 31 July 2017, surrounded by family. Dearly loved Husband of Nola for 60 years, father and father in law of Margo, Susan and Craig. Grandfather of Patrick, Stacey, Brooke, Alexander and partners. Great Grandfather of Amon, Bayden and Zac. Best mate to all the families four legged friends. We have had a very special person as the head of our... Read more...
Patricia Ann MacKay (Trish)
Date of Death: 1st August 2017
Date of Service: 4th August 2017
MACKAY Patricia Ann (Trish) (nee Birchall) Passed away peacefully on 1st August 2017, aged 77 years, surrounded by her family. Loved wife of Don (deceased). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Donna and Stephen, Sandra, Allen, Grant and Karen, Stephen and Janine. Beloved nana of 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. The family wish to thank all the staff and Dr Ross at Pukekohe Hospital. ... Read more...
Catherine Dickens (nee Williamson)
Date of Death: 30th July 2017
Date of Service: Saturday 5th August 2017
Born March 08, 1936. Passed away peacefully on July 30, 2017, aged 81. Loved wife of the late Richard. Cherished Mother and Mother in Law of Andrew and Helen, Peter and Maria. Adored Grandma of Jack and Ben, Finlay and Fletcher. Treasured Aunt of Jon and Toni. Our family's thanks to all who treated her with mercy, dignity and respect in her final days. A celebration of a lifetime of teachi... Read more...
Kennith James Teller (Ken)
Date of Death: 31 July 2017
Date of Service: 3 August 2017
Loving and cherished husband, father, popa, brother, uncle, cousin, and true friend of many, and all of his strays. A limb has fallen from the family tree, that says grieve not for me. Remember the best times, the laughter, the song. The good life I lived while I was strong. Sharp hooks and tight lines. With loving thoughts, Ruth, David, Natash... Read more...
Fredrick Raphael Illston (Fred)
Date of Death: 30 July 2017
Date of Service: 3 August 2017
Passed away on 30th July 2017, peacefully at home. Loved husband of Kathleen. Loved father of 9 children, 25 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. A funeral service for Fred will be held at St Patrick's Catholic Church, Seddon Street, Pukekohe on Thursday 3rd August, at 1:00pm. All communications to fd3@grahamsfunerals.co.nz ... Read more...
Ian Campbell Ellery
Date of Death: 23 July 2017
Date of Service: Friday 28th July 2017
Passed away peacefully at Caughey Preston Rest Home, Remuera on 23rd July 2017, aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Heather, loved Dad of Kay and Ian. A service for Ian will be held at St Andrews Church, 85 Queen St, Waiuku on Friday 28th July at 1.30 pm followed by private cremation. Messages for the family can be sent to fd@grahamsfunerals.co.n... Read more...
Lesley Evelyn Mears
Date of Death: 18th July 2017
Date of Service: Monday 24th July 2017
Sadly passed away on Tuesday 18th July 2017, at Possum Bourne Village, Pukekohe. aged 91 years. Much loved wife of the late Gordon. Loved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Hibiscus Coast Charitable Trust would be appreciated and can be sent to PO Box 66 Whangaparaoa 0943. A service for Lesley will be held at Graham's Pukekohe Chape... Read more...
Mabel Frances Littin
Date of Death: 19th July 2017
Date of Service: Saturday 22nd July 2017
10 June 1918 – 19 July 2017 In her 100th year, Betty passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Loved wife of the late Vernon and cherished Mum of Glenys Laing (Waiau Pa) and June Fraser (Gold Coast) and son in laws Bryce and Max. Adored Nana to Shane and Beth, Angie and Grant, Vicki and Richard, Jodi and Milton, Glenn and Becky and Jamie and Jeri. ... Read more...
June Rose Peck
Date of Death: 19th July 2017
Date of Service: Monday 24th July 2017
Passed away peacefully at home on the 19th July 2017, aged 80 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Des, loved mother and mother-in-law of David and Sue, Martin and Toni, loved grandma of Brittany, Courtney, Penelope, loved sister of Barbara, Edna, Dawn and cherished friend of Eve. A service for June will be held at Grahams... Read more...
Sylvia Vera Cathcart
Date of Death: 15th July 2017
Date of Service: Wednesday 19th July 2017
Born March 11 1932. Loved wife of Doug Cathcart. Passed away on 15 July 2017, peacefully at Waikato Hospital. Much loved mother of Brenda, Gail and Neville, sister and mother in law. Best ever Nana and Super Nana to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. A service to celebrate Sylvia's life will be held at Grahams Funeral Home Chapel, West Street, Tuakau on Wednesday 19th July, a... Read more...
Vera Cumming
Date of Death: 15th July 2017
Date of Service: Wednesday 19th July 2017
A service for Vera will be held at Manukau Memorial Gardens on Wednesday 19th July at 12.30 pm.
Thanks to the very loving patient staff at Possum Bourne Resthome.
No flowers please. If you wish, donations to cancer research.
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Peter Michael McSorley
Date of Death: 16th July 2017
Date of Service: Wednesday 19th July 2017
Passed away peacefully on 16th July 2017. Dearly loved husband of Marian. Dad to Sue and Dave. Father-in-law to Peter and Lynda. Beloved Poppa to Claire, Daniel, Scott, Callum, Sean, Hannah and Emily. Grateful thanks to the North Shore Hospice for their loving care. A Mass will be held at St Anthony's Catholic Church, Kent St, Waiuku, on Wed 19th July at 11.00a... Read more...
John Butcher
Date of Death: Tuesday 11 July 2017
Date of Service: Monday 17 July 2017
BUTCHER, John. Born April 04, 1929. Passed away on July 11, 2017. Loved husband of Norah, proud Dad to Neil and Julie. Adored grandad to Celeste, Hayden, Ryan, Torrens and Kyle, Josh, Aaron, Tim and Emily. Service 11am Monday 17 July at Grahams Chapel, 31 West Street, Pukekohe. At peace now Dad ... Read more...
