Category Archives: Crossed the bar

Regret to advise that the wife of Russell Hockley, Hoana lost her battle with cancer and passed away 1108 today, Sunday, 5 February 2012.  She is now at rest and the pain is no more. HOCKLEY, Hoana. W.A.O.P.H.M.T. Ae. 8 … Continue reading →

Regret to advise that Trevor O’Rielly-Nugent’s wife, Barbara passed away 14 Jan 2012.  Her funeral will be held on Wednesday 18th Jan at 11 a.m. at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church, cnr of St. Andrews Rd and James St. Plimmerton. Address for … Continue reading →

It is with much sadness that I have to advise that Chief Visual Instructor Arthur Charles Venus, BEM. a Life Member of the RNZN Communicators Assn. crossed the bar at 1830, 13 October 2011.  A funeral to celebrate Arthur’s life will be … Continue reading →

It is with much regret that I advise you that Theresa Warrington beloved wife of Dan Warrington and eldest daughter of Alf & Stella Smith passed away on Tuesday, 10th August 2011. Theresa suffered complications following a bowel operation – … Continue reading →

Arthur Allan Hunt NZD1612 joined the New Zealand Division on 18 May 1938, serving until his discharge to the Reserve Fleet on 19 Jan 1951.  He re-enlisted in the RNZN on 20 Oct 52 as an E.M.1 (Electrical Mechanic 1st … Continue reading →

John ROBINSON NZ16350 LRD, RNZN, on January 26, 2011 at Wanganui Hospital aged 68 years.  Dearly loved husband of Margaret, Loved father and father in law of John and Siriporn (Perth) Wendy and Steve. Kelly (Auckland) and the late Kristina.  … Continue reading →

The Herald has reported the passing of Monsignor Paul Cronin OBE, Vicar General of the Diocese of Auckland and Parish Priest of Ponsonby, Auckland Sailors will remember Paul Cronin as the Roman Catholic Priest for many years and Principal Navy … Continue reading →

Regret to advise that SIG Noel Lester ISLE NZ 11499 passed away 4 Dec 2010. Noel joined the Navy 15 May 1947, retired 14 April 1953 and served on Tamaki, Bellona, Philomel, Lachlan, and Hawea. Noel was aged 83.

Regret to advise that John Harling STEER NZ10706 ex LT SD Communicator passed away peacefully 6 Dec 2010 at Fairview Rest Home, North Shore. John joined the Navy 5 April 1945 and served on Achilles, Bellona, Kaniere, Cerberus, Hawea, Irirangi, … Continue reading →

FISHER, Morris Bruce. Service No. Y20147 Chief Petty Officer RNZN. On 2 December 2010 after a stubborn battle with cancer Morris passed away at home surrounded by his family. Much loved husband of Sue. Father of Laura and Alison and … Continue reading →