Past Funeral Notices

After a full and well lived life John passed away surrounded by his family at Remuera Rise.

Laura (née Brooking) his loving wife of 75 years, his daughter Pamela, his son Allen and daughter-in -law Mary will miss him dearly.

He was also a much loved grandfather of Natasha, Nick, Pearl and the late Jules and great grandfather to Ari, Jakob...

Alan passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday 15 March 2025.

Much loved husband of 63 wonderful years to Carolyn. Adored father of Brent, Tanya and Stephen.

Loving father-in-law to Jane and Steve. Devoted grandfather to five beautiful girls, Eden, Maya, Olivia, Brooke and Ellie.

A special thanks to the inc...

Born 1st July 1930.

Passed peacefully on Thursday 13th March 2025.

Beloved wife of the late Robert (Bob). Mother of Stuart, Louise, and David.

Loving sister of Bruce Bird and the late Joy McGhie and Bobbie Bird.

Grandmother of Elena, Clair, Nick, Chris, and Alex.

Great-grandmother to Angus, Leo, Senna, Mina, Sunny, Au...

Born 21 February 1924 Died 6 March 2025

Precious only child of Ivan and Elizabeth Maxwell. Lifetime believer in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

A special and heartfelt thank you to the Elizabeth Knox team for their care and kindness.

A celebration of Beths life will be held at Mangere Lawn Chapel, 85 McKenzie Road, Māngere, on Friday 1...

Born 10 January 1932 Died 4 March 2025 Passed away peacefully at home with his family at his side.

Dearly loved and loyal husband of 70 years to Judith.

Devoted father and father-in-law to Tracy and Grant, Kristen and Richard, Logan and Rhonda.

Adoring grandfather of Ben, Chelsea, Sophia and Maddie.

We will always love you a...

MULLAN, Ken Sinclair. Passed away peacefully on the 2nd of March 2025. Much loved Husband of Ann, and dearly loved by his Children and Grandchildren. A celebration of Ken’s life will be held, in the All Souls Chapel, Purewa Cemetery and Crematorium, 100/102 Saint Johns Road, Meadowbank, Auckland at 9 am, Friday 7 March.

John died peacefully on 21st February 2025, aged 86 years.

Dearly loved husband of Ali, a very special Dad to Susie, Peter, James and Sarah.

Father-in-law to Randall, Peggy and Lucy. Loved Grandad to Lucia, Jack, Ivy, Fletcher, Harry, Leo, Frankie and Luella.

A celebration of John’s life will be held at St Mary’s-in-Hol...

Passed away on 22 February 2025 after a long battle with cancer with family by her side.

Loved wife of Geoff. Beloved mother and mother-in-law to Andrew and Amy, Michael and Anna, Rebecca and Cam. Treasured grandmother to Samantha, Rowan, Lucas, Zoe, Kenzie, Zac and Maia.

Jean will be deeply missed by her family and friends. In lieu of fl...

PATTERSON, Pauline Estelle. Born 28 April 1934 Died 24 February 2025 Passed away peacefully surrounded by family, in her 91st year. Cherished and devoted wife of 63 years to Ron, loving mother of Andrew, Richard, Mary-Jo and Jane and much-loved mother-in- law of Hamish and Lou. A Requiem Mass and celebration of Pauline’s life will be held at St I...

SANDIFORD, Kathy (née Fraser). On February 21st 2025, Kathy peacefully passed away, surrounded by her family at home, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a devoted wife to Mark, a loving mother to Samantha, Johnny, Alice, and her loyal dog Poppy. Kathy was a cherished sister to Louise and Mark, Tim and Pru, Mandy and John, Linda and Keith an...

Died peacefully on 19 February 2025, surrounded by family, after a short illness.

Loved by John, Kate, Sarah and Paul. Fun Auntie Jane to Nicola, Jillian, Sam, Thomas, and many others here and in Amsterdam.

A service will be held at All Saints Chapel, Purewa St Johns Road, Meadowbank on Thursday 27th February at 10.00 am.

Beloved wife of the late Murdoch John (Chico), dearly loved mother of Carol and Barry, John and Lois. Adored grandmother of Kirsty, Joanne, Julian and the late Christian and Dominick, and cherished great grandmother of their families. Together again with Chico. Rest in love. Theresa will be farewelled at Purewa All Saints Chapel at 10 am on Friday Febr...

Passed away peacefully on 7 February 2025 after a short illness.

A beloved wife to the late Roy, much loved mother to Duncan and Simon and grandmother to George and Finn.

A private cremation will take place.

The memorial service will be held at 2.00pm on Thursday 20 February at Purewa Cemetery, All Saints Chapel, with a reception a...

Sadly passed away on 13th February 2025 after a battle with illness, Lloyd was surrounded by his children.

Devoted husband to Jill (deceased), loving dad to Vanessa, Michael and Leah. Father-in-law to Andrew, Miranda and Kevin.

Adoring Grandpa to Billie, Oscar, Asher and Harry. Memories never stop as long as you continue to speak their na...

Peacefully on Tuesday 11^th February.  Beloved husband of Sue, much loved father of Kim, Craig and Veronica. Loved brother of Dick and brother in-law of Monica and adored father-in-law of Dean, Michalle and Karl. Treasured Dida of Jane, Hugh, Oliver and Finn.

Thank you for being a genuine presence in our lives. Your authenticity and ze...

Loved by his family and friends and will be deeply missed.

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 5 February 2025 with family by her side. Adored wife of Maurice.

Dearly loved mother to Alisha and James, Scott and Emma, and step- mother to Roger and Aideen, David and Stephanie. Loving Nana to Ella, Tom, Bradley, Fletcher, Ashley, Charlie, Alice, Charlie, Isaac, Sophia and Jake.

Loved sister to Ken (...

With great sadness we announce the passing of Neville on Tuesday 4^th February 2025 after a struggle with dementia. Dearly loved husband of Sue.  Much loved father of Gavin, Tracy and Anna and father-in-law of Kat, Terry & Michael. Treasured grandfather of Jack, Liam, Kyle, Maia, Anja, Lucas, Kenzie, Sebastian &  Vincent.

Many ...

Born on 26 January 1948.

Passed away with family by her side on Monday 27 January 2025. Cherished mother of Danielle and Gene. Beloved sister to Jennifer (deceased), Christine and Priscilla.

Adored grandchildren, Campbell, Harlow, Bella and Eva. As per Stephanie’s wishes a private cremation will be held.

Passed away peacefully at home on the evening of 31st January 2025, aged 86 years.

Dearly loved husband to Mary, father to Anna, Cam and Liz, father-in-law to Tim, Kristen and Mark. Beloved grandfather of George, Fred, Poppy and Olive Tingey, Mitch, Louis and Francesca Eglinton.

A celebration of John’s life will be held at his churc...

Chamley, James Clifford (“Jim”)

Died peacefully at Elizabeth Knox Home and Hospital on 24^th January in his 96^th year.

Jim was in Practice as a Lawyer until his 95^th year.

Treasured husband of the late Rosemary.  Beloved father of Anne and James, respected father in law of David and ...

McERLANE-THOMAS Ellen Frances. It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Ellen who left us far too soon on Friday 17th January 2025. Ellen was a shining light in our lives, known for her kind heart and adventurous spirit. Ellen will be deeply missed by her Mama Carla, Dada Craig and stepmum Donna. Much loved Sister of Lily...

BLAIR, Philippa Mary (1945-2025). Internationally recognized New Zealand and US-based abstract painter Philippa Blair passed away peacefully on Sunday 5^th January 2025, aged 79.

Dearly loved mother of Alice and Taisha, beloved wife of John R. Porter, architect,  sister of John Blair, architect and Douglas Blair (deceased).  Sister-in-...

RAFFERTY, Bruce Colin. Passed away peacefully aged 76, at Mercy Hospice in Ponsonby on 21 January 2025. Survived by Dianne Bennett (partner) and son Cameron. Bruce, a retired professional golfer, lived his life just the way he wanted until the end – on his terms. Bruce is united again with his parents Colin and Norah and his brother Ken Rafferty....

15 August 1972 – 16 January 2025.

Passed away peacefully at home with her family at her side.

Beloved Daughter to Margaret. Loved wife to Heng, adoring mother to Samson and Yvonne.

Grandmother to Spencer and Sophie, Aunty, Sister and friend to very many.

Karen will be missed by all that knew her.

A service to ce...

5 August 1972 – 16 January 2025.

Passed away peacefully at home with her family at her side.

Beloved Daughter to Margaret. Loved wife to Heng, adoring mother to Samson and Yvonne.

Grandmother to Spencer and Sophie, Aunty, Sister and friend to very many.

Karen will be missed by all that knew her.

A service to celebrate...

Neal passed away on August 08, 2024. Loved son of the late Gertie and the late Maurice Harrington.

Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Sherill, Christine and Paul Henare, Greg and Marguerite.

Special uncle of Riki, Keri, Shaun and Tina, Allanah, Hayley, Kirsty, Matthew and Daniel and their respective partners.

Neal enjoyed bei...

Passed away peacefully on Monday, 13th January 2025, surrounded by the love of family and friends.

Devoted husband to Lisa and much loved dad to Samuel and Amalia.

Adored brother to Sarah and Jane. Forever loved, always remembered.

A service to celebrate Dave’s life will be held on Wednesday 22nd January at St Mary’s-in...

(nee McRae)

Born March 13, 1942. Passed away on Thursday 26th December 2024. Beloved wife of John Lewis Edwards (deceased).

Loving mother and mother-in-law to Mark and Bridgett, Niki and John. Adoring grandmother Annie, Tom, Nich, Ella and Angus.

A memorial service will be held at St Mary’s-in-holy Trinity, 446 Parnell Road o...

Born 20th July 1941 an passed away on 7th January 2025.

Dearly loved partner of Pamela-Jane Snowden, loving father of Myles and Julian, daughter-in-law Samantha.  Cherished grandfather of Jade, Jade, Madison, Hayden and Charlotte.  Great-grandfather of Devon.

A dear fiend to James Snowden and family, Amanda Japson and family...

Monday, 6 January 2025, aged 76. Loving and proud Papa to Tatum.

Adoring partner to Lili, doting Poppa to Maddox and Valentina and cherished brother to Don, Peter and Lynne. Respected father-in- law to Gavin and treasured former husband to Lynda.

Much loved by all of his nieces and nephews.

We will miss his curious mind, his great ...

Born January 19, 1969. Passed away December 23, 2024 peacefully
surrounded by immediate family.

Loved so very deeply by husband Bryce, daughter Jaimee and son Jake.

Adored daughter of Murray and Kay Whitten, sister to Carl. Sister-in-law to Jaana, Janine, Mandy and Spud.

Cheers to you our dearest Ang, may the Sauvignon Blanc ...

On the 1st day of 2025 Colin passed away at home in his 76th year. Dearly beloved husband of Glenda and much loved dad of Stephanie Taylor and Nick (deceased). Adored father in law of James and cherished Pop-C of Sophie, Nikki and Lucy.

Son of the late Gordon and Queenie of Ngaruawahia.

We will gather to celebrate his life at The Royal Ak...

Passed away peacefully at dawn, on the last day of the year, at 83.

Beloved wife of the late David Parker, sister of Brian and Dianne and mother (Mutti) to Jane, Rachel and Marion and to sons-in-law Sean and David and a loved Aunty Kath. Cherished Grandma to Amelia, brothers – in – law John, and Selwyn, sisters -in- law Lorraine and ...

Graham (Arnie) passed away on the 29th December at 91 years old. Very much loved husband of Val for 67 years.

Beloved dad to Lynda, Brent, Craig and Julie, father-in-law to Grant, Vicki and Kristal.

Adored Grandad to Ben, Sinead, Grace, Patrick, Connor and Lucas. Great Grandad to Everett.

Will be treasured and remembered forever by...

Died peacefully on Thursday, December 19^th 2024 at Mercy Hospice, Auckland.

Cherished husband of Cecile, loving father and father-in-law of Richard and Julia, Jonathan and Lisa, Lucy and Timothy.

Beloved grandfather of Constance, Bon and Leon.

A memorial service will be held at All Saints Chapel, Purewa on Tuesday, Janua...

Born May 28, 1949. On 27 December in Auckland, peacefully at home with friends by his side, age 75 years.
Beloved son of the late Joseph and Anne Shalfoon.
Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Lorraine and Roger
Seaton.

May he rest in peace.

There will be a service to celebrate Roger’s life held
at Sacred...

Born 14th July 1937, passed away peacefully 29th December 2024, aged 87 years.

Much beloved wife of James, and loving mother to Claire and Tracey.

Adored by her three grandsons Michael, James, and Tom.

A service to celebrate Andrea’s life will be held at All Souls Chapel, Purewa, 100 St Johns Road, Meadowbank, Auckland on Mon...

December 2024, aged 80. Beloved husband of Amy for 54 years. Proud father of Roderick and loved father-in-law of Nicola.
Cherished grandpa of Max and Maggie and loved brother of Pansy and Hong.
A service to celebrate Ken’s life will be held at All Saints Chapel Purewa, St Johns Road, Meadowbank, Auckland on Monday 23
December at...

Passed away at home with her family on Tuesday, 10 December 2024, aged 73.

Beloved wife of Robin.

Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of James and Toreka and Matt and Esther. Adored Nana of Riley, Catelyn, Nate and Hannah.

A service to celebrate Keng’s life will be held at All Saints Chapel Purewa, St Johns Road, Meadowbank...

Peacefully on Friday 13th December 2024. Dearly loved wife of Dennis. Much loved mother of Tanya, Jeff and Jenny.

Loving stepmother of Michael and Sarah. Much loved grandma of Ella, Jake, Sam, Ben, Maya, Paige and Jules.

Ngaire will be deeply missed by all.

A service to celebrate Ngaire’s life will be held at All Saints Chape...

Peacefully with his family at Remuera Rise on Monday 2 December 2024, aged 94.  Much loved husband of Adrienne and dearly loved
father of Kate, Craig and Simon.

Fondly remembered by his grandchildren Giles, Elena, Julia, Jamie, Holly, Nelson, Liberty, Ella, Charlotte and Olivia. Great grandfather
of Ted, Arthur and Avery.

Our ...

Passed away peacefully on 5 December 2024, with his family by his side.  Beloved husband and friend of Dorothy.

Very much loved father of Anna-Louise and Gabrielle.  Respected father-in-law of Christophe. Brother of William and brother-in-law of Lynnette.

John was a true gentleman and will always be remembered with love for his kindness. ...

In Loving Memory of Barbara Upton

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Barbara Upton on 6th December 2024, the beloved wife of John, devoted mother to Elizabeth and Philippa, and cherished mother-in-law to John and Chaz.

Barbara and John’s love story spanned over 50 beautiful years, a journey defined by unwavering trust, enduring...

Born February 10, 1940.  Died on November 25, 2024.

Dearly loved husband of Judith, cherished father of Camilla, Barnaby and Anneliese.  Adored GrandE of 10 and a great GrandE. Died peacefully.

Here we have no continuing city, but we seek one that is to come. Hebrews 13:14

The funeral is to be held at All Saints Chapel, Purewa Ceme...

Passed away peacefully with family by his side on Friday 22nd November at 8.00pm. After a long determined and courageous fight. In his 80th year. Dearly loved husband, soulmate and best friend of Cathy. Loved father and father-in-law to Sandie, Nathan and Julia.
Special Popov to Savy, Jerome, Daniel, Louis and Arlo.

“Death leaves a h...

Passed away in the early morning of Saturday 23rd November 2024.  She was two weeks away from her 94th birthday and went peacefully in her sleep.

Pam was the beloved mother of David, Debbie, Jan, Jules, Cathy and Ben.  Grandmother to Matt, Fleur, Jess, Lloyd, Daniel, Amy, Brad, Ryan and Andy.  Great-grandmother to Dylan, Josh, Ouday, Aden and Go...

Born January 25, 1925.
Passed peacefully in her sleep on November 5, 2024 to join her husband and soul mate, Gordon (deceased).
Shirley will be greatly missed by her sons Craig, Brett and Ross,
grandchildren Jayne, Kirsty, Andrew, Luke, Satchiel and Adeline, great grandchildren Ava and George, also by her extended family.

A cel...

Passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on the 23rd November 2024 aged 87.

Devoted husband of Mary for 61 years, much loved father of Michael, Richard and Robert, father-in-law to Kaye and Maree. Adored grandfather to Zoe, Olivia, Fynn and Max. Much loved by his cats Saskia and Remi. In lieu of flowers please donate to Hospice. ht...