Jack Passings – January 2023

MELBOURNE, Eric Maakarini. LME, A20677 RNZN 1972 – 1983. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday the 31st of January 2023 at home surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Karen. Adored Father of Rose and Aroha. Best koro to his 6 mokopuna. A service for Eric will be held at 11 am on Friday the 3rd of February 2023 at Te Rewarewa Marae followed by his burial at the marae urupa.

SARGISON, Donald George (Don). NZ 12538 RNZN. Passed away in Blenheim on 25th November 2022. Loved husband of the late Doreen Sargison. Cherished father and father-in-law of Sandra and Darrel Munro. Loved poppa of Shane, Nikki, and Brendon and a much-loved uncle and great uncle to many. A Service of Remembrance will be held for Don at Taumarunui Funeral Services Chapel, 34 Huia Street, Saturday, 4th February 2023 at 11:00 am followed by the interment of Don and Doreen ashes in the Taumarunui RSA Cemetery, Golf Road, Taumarunui. Taumarunui Funeral Services

JONES Ian Desmond (Micky) K18432 PO. Cook crossed the bar on 29 Jan 23 at 1218hrs surrounded by family. Mickey has requested a private family farewell and his ashes scattered at sea. A memorial get-together for the late Micky Jones, will be held on Thursday 2 February at 1030hrs at the BIRKENHEAD RSA.A special time to meet, greet and reminisce with family and friends, Naval and Civilian mates, and co-workers.

COOPER Graeme (Tosh) NZ13408 Stoker P.0. crossed the bar in Caloundra, Queensland, Australia 3rd quarter 2022

D’ROSE David Carl (RNZN M17583) CEA1 Class 29 1/63 – 10/76 Suddenly on January 11, 2023, aged 76. Dearly loved Husband of Jenny, loving Father and Father-in-law of Danielle, Adrienne and Ewan, dearest Grandad of Rose and Lila, Campbell and Quentin. A gentleman whose infectious smile, Naval stories and handyman hints will be greatly missed by so many. A private family cremation service has been held. Messages to 111 Queen St, Richmond, Nelson 7020.

ELLIS, Richard Colenso Tuhohia (Dick). Born June 21, 1939. Passed away on January 19, 2023. Darling husband of Gwen, father and father-in-law of Tina and Trevor, Richie and Nadine, Nigel, Gina, and Bill. Koro of twelve grandchildren and great Koro of three. A service to celebrate Dick’s life will be held at the Bay Roskill Sports Club, 231 Whitney Street, Blockhouse Bay on Tuesday, January 24 at 10:30 am.

GRAY, William John. RNZN #16405 In his 83rd year. Peacefully at home on January 21, 2023. Loved husband of Carol. Beloved father of Lorayne and Robert Rugg, Brendon, and Melissa. Grandfather of Christina, Alexandrea and Lewis, Brittany and Jack, Tori, Liam, and Harrison. Grandpop of Robbie, Leo, and Ava, and best companion of Kiszi. Viewings can be arranged through Osbornes Funeral Directors and his service will be on Wednesday, January 25 at 1 pm in the Rotorua Crematorium Chapel, Sala Street. Forever in our hearts

STURDY, Larry Morris. Ex RNZN. NZ17595, Joined 1/63 59th S/BOY Passed away on January 18, 2023. Larry passed away at home as he wished, during the early hours of the 18th of January after a recent illness. Loved and adored by his parents, the late Lister and John, and by his cherished wife Gloria. Beloved father to KIm, Rachael, John-Henry, and Luke, stepfather to Arianne, Althea, and Arielle, and Grandfather to Benjamin, Seth, Logan, Isla, Ava, Liam, Chloe, and Louie. A service to celebrate Larry’s life will be held at St Matthews in-the-City, 132 Hobson Street, Auckland Central on Saturday 28th January at 1 pm. Any correspondence to The Sturdy Family c/o Just Funerals, 14 Bassant Avenue, Penrose . “I Did It My Way”

REES Kerry Donald OS from the 1976 intake. Peacefully on January 15, 2023, after a short battle with illness. Dearly loved Partner of Jacqui. Much loved Dad of Sam. Loved Son of the late Shirley and Donald Rees and Son-in-law of the late Val and Ray Hooper. A loved Brother, Brother-in-Law, and Uncle. Friends are invited to attend a service to celebrate Kerry’s life in the Waverley Community Centre, Chester Street, Waverley on Wednesday 18th January 2023 at 2.00 pm to be followed by a private cremation. Kerry’s service can be viewed online at www. dempseyandforrest. co.nz watch a funeral online link.

SAPOLU Savave Junior RNZNVR Crossed The Bar earlier today in Auckland after a long illness. Savave served on Monowai and spent many hours of his off-watch in the onboard gym. He was a keen rugby league man and turned out for the Navy and Ships teams. (Savave is related to the former American football player Jesse Sapolu who played his entire career in the NFL for the San Francisco 49ers) Tofa soifua uso, manu’ia lou malaga. Moe mai ra e te Tuakana. Further details will be posted as they come to hand

KEEGAN, Brian Vernon Harcourt (George). (Baptized) NZ 11098 RNZN. Joined 45. Born 17th May 1930 to Ellen Cherie Harcourt (Nancy) (1898 – 1990) at Ormondville, Hawkes Bay. Husband of Ailsa Ethel Keegan (nee Walters) Deceased. Half-brother to Jocelyn and David. Loved father of Allan, Bruce, and Sandra. Loved father-in-law and friend of Julia Carmel McGreal and Terry Richard Lott. The family wishes to thank the nurses, doctors, and caregivers at Mercy Hospice for their wonderful care and kindness. In accordance with Brian’s wishes a private service has been held.

SMITH, Robert Stuart (aka RS and Stu): (Reg. No. 14554 RNZN). On January 10, 2023, peacefully at home surrounded by family, aged 86 years. Dearly loved and cherished husband of Gaylene and the late Hilda. Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Garry, Debbie, Coralanne, Steve, Wayne, Joanne, Paul, Faith, Aaron, Melissa, Mat, Murray, and the late Rosemary. Much loved and respected grandfather, great-grandfather, shipmate, and friend to many. Special thanks to GP, Simon, and the team and to the Nurse Maude staff who provided exceptional care. In lieu of flowers, donations to the St John’s Ambulance would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Messages may be addressed to the family at PO Box 19714, Woolston 8241. A celebration of Stu’s life will
be held at the Papanui RSA, 55 Bellvue Ave, on Monday, January 16, at 1.00 pm, followed by an interment in the Waimairi Cemetery, Grahams Rd, Christchurch.

CORLISS, Brian Francis. LSA RNZN NZ820789 Passed away peacefully on 10 January 2023 aged 88 years. Cherished and dearly loved husband of Mary. Dearly loved father of Deborah, Craig, and Hadyn. A most respected friend and father-in-law of Alex, Liz, and Linda. Dearly loved Poppa of Joanne, Helen, Jessica and Rj, Jeremy and Paloma, Jono and Mel, Matthew, Leanne, Katrina, Bella and Bryan. Loved great Poppa of Helena, Oliver, Aliya, Layla, Harriet, Theodore, and Hartley. Thank you for all the wonderful years and memories that you leave with us. A service for Brian will be held at St Peter Chanel Catholic Church, 5 Vardon Road, Te Rapa, Hamilton on Saturday 14 January 2023 at 1:00 pm. All communications to Pellows PO Box 4449, Hamilton, 3247.

PRICE Robert Clarence (RNZN) Leading Cook Service No. 15593 Served 1956 – 1975 It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of our much-loved dad, grandad and great-grandad at 7.30 pm, Sunday 9th January 2023, in the presence of 2 of his children, Carl and Lisa. He is now at peace with his beloved wife, and their beloved dog Millie. The family will hold a service at their home at 7 am, Thursday 12th January. Then they will take Bob for a final ride, passing by Mangere Fire Station and Manukau Rovers Rugby club, before heading to the Chapel of Love at Mangere Lawn Cemetery, for the start of his service at 10 am, Thursday 12th January.

BROWN, Martin, POMA 1966 – 1975 crossed the bar 7 January 2023

VEITCH, Graham Robert (Veechy). Royal NZ Navy – 21001 – Rank ME1.  Suddenly, on 5 January 2023 with his best friend beside him.   Loved husband and soul mate to Wendy.  Loving and devoted father and Grandpa of Katareina and Sean, Micah and Lyra; Ngahuia and Kyle, *Oasis Ruth, Rani and Yvonne; (*Denotes deceased).  A service to celebrate Veechy’s life will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at 2.30 pm in the South Otago Town and Country Club, Yarmouth Street, Balclutha followed by a private cremation.  In lieu of flowers, donations to the Balclutha Volunteer Fire Brigade and the Balclutha St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at Veechy’s service.  Messages to 9 Springfield Street, Balclutha 9230.  

WEBSTER, Barry Christopher. LT RNZN/RNZNVR S/No M842432 Joined 61, HMNZS Moa. 11/7/45 – 2/1/23 Peacefully at Montecillo Veterans’ Home and Hospital, Dunedin after a short illness. Beloved husband and best friend to Dianne, dearly treasured dad and father-in-law to Debbie and Dave Rowe, the late Chris, and Tracy, and Chris Baumber, loved and respected poppa of Callum, Hamish, Grace, and Alice; Hunter and Phoebe, a loved brother and brother-in-law, and a host father to Chelsea, and other AFS students. A celebration of Barry’s life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 11:00 am on Saturday, January 7, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to St John will be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 55 Holyhead Street, Outram 9019.

SEDGWICK, William Raymond (Bill). RNZN (1964-1984) Service No. M18066. On Monday, January 2nd, 2023, unexpectedly after a short illness aged 76 years. Beloved husband of Sue. Much loved father and father-in-law of Rochelle and Dan (Dorking UK) and Erica and Stephen (London UK). Loved eldest son of the late Bill and Ada (Martinborough). Loved brother and brother-in-law of Addrianne and Charlie Govind (Blenheim), Douglas and Tania (Masterton), Ian and Natalie (Wairoa), Gary and Lorraine (Marton). Loved friend and Poppa Bill to Julian, Karla, Ella, and Hamish (Ashburton) Special thanks to Wairau Hospital HDU and Hospice Marlborough for their care and support of Bill and his family. Messages may be sent to the Sedgwick Family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be made to a/c 03-1369-0365207-00 Ref. (SEDGWICK) In accordance with Bill’s wishes a private family service has been held. Respectfully cared for by GEOFFREY T SOWMAN BLENHEIM FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz