Jack Passings – July 2013

SAMISONI, John Savea. 29 July 2013. Passed away unexpectedly at Auckland Hospital. Youngest and cherished son of Lusia and Hiagi Samisoni; Treasured Grandson of Seforsa and Susau; Loving Brother of Paserio, Ramisese, Robert and Lulu; Adored Uncle of Evana and Eugene; Nephew and Cousin to Many; Well respected Tamatoa of The Royal New Zealand Navy, Brother-in-Christ with Auckland Rotuman Kingsland Methodist Church. Dearly missed family member of the Rotuman Association of New Zealand and all who knew him with great fondness. Always in our hearts forever. The Celebration of Johns life will be held at Te Taua Moana Marae in Devonport (Naval Base Auckland) where he currently lies in state until Sunday.Family Service – Saturday 3rd August, 7:30pm, Funeral Service – Sunday 4th August, 9:00am followed by burial at Manukau Memorial Gardens on Puhinui Road, Papatoetoe. Communications to MOB: 0212677377 or 0220196164
CUTHBERT Alison Elizabeth  (nee McLean) 24 May 1942 – 31 July 2013. Naval Social Worker of 31 years.  Alison passed away in North Shore Hospital after a short illness. Loved wife of Stu (Stuart) and very much loved mother of Neil and his partner Lynn, and Rachel. Dearly loved Grandma of Talia and Brooke. Always in our hearts. A service will be held at the Wakatere Boating Club, Vauxhall Road, Narrow Neck Beach, Devonport, on Tuesday, 6 August, at 11:00 a.m. followed by private cremation.Mark Rowley Funeral Services Ph. (09) 4459800
RAE, Thomas Roberton VRD, Capt RNZNR (Rtd) Died peacefully at home 24 July 2013. Beloved husband of Rosemary, much loved father and father-in-law of Megan; Penny and Soren; and Tim. Doting Grandpa of Katie. Loved son of Margaret and Don Rae (both deceased) and loved brother and brother-in-law of Susan and Vince Bidwell, Sandy and Issy Rae, and Mary and Bruce Carter. Uncle and great uncle to his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the teams at DCCM AKL hospital, Burwood Spinal Unit, McIsaac caregiving agency, and ICU NSH. No flowers by request but we would be grateful for donations to NZ Spinal Trust, Private Bag 93319, Otahuhu. A service for Tom will be held at the Naval Memorial Chapel of St. Christopher, HMNZS Philomel (Naval Base), Queens Parade, Devonport, on Monday 29 July, at 10.00 a.m. followed by private cremation. Please note that photo ID is required for admission to the Base.
HUMPHREY, Shawn Nelson P100822 PODEF (RNZNVR) Dearly beloved soul mate and husband of Rachel. Wonderful brother to Sue, Frank, Linda, Denise, Vic, Deborah, Terry, Glenis and Chris. Treasured uncle to Rebecca, Roy, Bruce, Ian and Michelle. A service will be held at the North Harbour Chapel of Dil’s Funeral Services, 185 Schnapper Rock Road, Albany on Saturday 27 July 2013, at 12.30pm. Debrief at Browns Bay RSA. Contact Dil’s for details to watch service by webcast. In lieu of flowers Donations may be made to The Neurological Foundation, PO Box 110022, Auckland Hospital 1148.
GROAT, Alan Lindsay. RNZN 8402. On 22nd July 2013 after a long illness borne with dignity and courage. Aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband of Val and precious dad of Karen, Erin, Suzanne, Lani, Anne- Maree and Alan and their families. The family are grateful for the loving care from the wonderful staff of Waihi Hospital. A funeral service for Alan will be held on Friday 26th July 2013 at 11am at the United Church, Wilson Road, Waihi Beach followed by interment in the Waihi Lawn Cemetery. Waihi Funeral Services Ltd FDANZ
MOON, Ronald Milton (Milton). NZ Navy WW11 NZ7325. On Friday 19th July 2013, peacefully after a short illness at Te Aroha Hospital. Aged 89 years. Much loved son of Dunbar and Pearly Moon. Loved brother of Albie and brother-in-law of the late Eileen and uncle of Terry and Heang, Pat and Alanna, Pauline, Maureen, Peter, Donna and Brian and the late Alan. Lots of shared happy memories. R.I.P. A service for Milton will be held at St Mark’s Anglican Church, Church Street, Te Aroha, tomorrow Tuesday 23 July at 1.00pm, followed by interment in the RSA Section of Te Aroha Cemetery. Correspondence to the Moon Family, Somervale, PO Box 10063, Mt Maunganui 3152. Broadway Funeral Home (Te Aroha) FDANZ. –
SUNBEAM, Yvonne Joyce Madlalina (Jo, Joyce) Ex. RNZ Naval Wren Reg. No. 894, 1952-1953 – On Sunday, July 14, 2013 peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family; in her 83rd year. Dearly beloved wife of the late James Edwin (Jim). Loved mother of Peter, Jo-Anne, Sharryn and Alister, and Christine and John. Loved Nana of Phillippa and Micheal, Melissa, James, Callum and Alysha, Sierra, and Phoenix. Loved great-nana of Jack, Katie, Liam, and Isabella; Samantha, and Kira; and Cowen. Beloved youngest daughter of the late Alf and Dora Sloane (Nelson). Loved sister of Con, Kath, Lawley (deceased), Helen (deceased), and Bill (deceased). Loved aunt of all her nieces and nephews. Many thanks to Dr Stuart Kennedy, Pat Ellis, Rachael, Rowena, Emma, Eldee, Mary, Carol, and Wendy for their support, kindness and care of Mum and our family during Mum’s long illness.Mum is at Rest with Dad, they are together againMessages to the Sunbeam family, 25 Two Chain Road, RD 7, Christchurch 7677. In accordance with Mum’s and the family’s wishes a private funeral and interment, beside Jim, at Springston Cemetery has been held.
BEAZLEY, Maxwell Clyde. Regt No 3465, Naval Seaman, RNZN WW2. On 17th July 2013. Peacefully at Switzer Residential Care. Aged 90 years. Loving husband of the late Dorrie. Loving father and father in law of David and Shirley, and the late John. Treasured grandpa of Brett, Chris and Kate. A service for Clyde will be held at the Victoria Valley Hall on Saturday 20th July 2013, at 1pm. Followed by interment at the Victoria Valley Cemetery. Messages C/- Geards Funeral Home 13 Pukepoto Road, Kaitaia 0410.
BEAUMONT, William Hughie John (Bill). Born 04-05-1933. Passed away on 15-07-2013. (Ex-Navy 13665 of 12 years) Passed away July 15 2013, peacefully in North Shore Hospital surrounded by his family. Loving husband of Olave, Caring Father to Tania, Nicole and David, Alec and Cath and Jeannine. Cheeky Grandfather of Tegan, Averil, Cody, Monty, Toni, Dylan, Kirk and Celia. Brother to Joy Trott and the late Ron. Special thanks to the Bone family for all their support and help over the years. Many thanks to ward eight North Shore hospital for their wonderful care and support. The Funeral is to be held on Thursday the 18th of July 1pm at Schnapper Rock Crematorium , Albany please join his family to celebrate the end of an era for one of life’s characters. Gone fishing.
HALL, Margaret Isabella (nee Innes). WRNS WWII, on 13 July 2013 at Rosedale Village, Albany in her 94th year. Loved wife of the late Douglas, whom she sadly missed for 3 years. Beloved mother of Neville (Vermont, USA), Suzanne, Greg and Gillian. Loved mother-in-law and friend of Ian and Carolyn. Dearest Margie to Katherine, Melanie, Bronwyn and Jean-Marie, Megan and Tahua, Timothy and Natalie and to her beautiful great grandchildren, Amelie, Alexia, Mikaela, Gabrielle, Aine, Lily and Thomas. We will miss her greatly, but celebrate her life and her peaceful passing. Margie’s family would like to thank the staff of Rosedale Village for their care and compassion during her time at the village. The funeral service will be held at The North Harbour Chapel of Dil’s Funeral Services, 185 Schnapper Rock Road, Albany on Thursday 18 July at 3.30 pm
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JOHNSTONE, Ronald Marshall. Service No. 7973 RNZN Passed away after a short illness, bravely fought on July 7, 2013 aged 88 years. ‘So dearly loved, so sadly missed.’ Cherished husband of the late June. Adored father of Jill and Anne. Dearly loved and special Granddad of Greg, Andrew, James. Ryan, and Laura. Highly respected father-in-law of Mike and Dave. ‘To live in the hearts of those we love Is not to die.’ A private service is to be held at Maunu Crematorium Chapel. Special thanks to the staff at Selwyn Park Rest Home who have truly cared for Dad over the last 5 years. All communications to the Johnstone Family, c/- PO Box 8043, Kensington, Whangarei 0145.
McMILLAN, Bryan Dennis. No.FX81908 RNZN Volunteer Reserve Sleet Arm. On July 5, 2013 peacefully at Lynton Lodge, Westmere. Long time friend of the late Jo and Molly Robinson and their family. Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, 470 Great North Road, Grey Lynn on Thursday 11 July at 11am. Thereafter to Waikumete Cemetery.
LAURENCE, Jack William. S/N NZ 5261 RNZN Stoker 1\C WWII Vet. On July 7, 2013 peacefully at Whangarei Hospital 2 weeks off his 90th birthday. Dearly loved husband of the late Violet, much loved father and father-in-law of Mary and the late Tom Dunn, Nornie (deceased), Patti, Alan and Kathy, Trevor and Sandra, Linda and Noel Harris, Glen and Dale. Much loved Granga of his many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Now reunited with Mum again. A Service for Jack will be held in the Chapel of Morris & Morris Funerals (entrance 17 Western Hills Drive) Whau Valley, Whangarei at 1.30pm Thursday July 11, 2013 followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations sent direct to the Whangarei St Johns Ambulance Service, PO Box 8011, Kensington, Whangarei 0145 would be appreciated. Communications to the Laurence Family, C/- PO Box 8043, Kensington, Whangarei 0145 or phone Mary 09-436-5109.
PHILLIPS, Clifford Robert. (Service no. N.Z. 10267, Ord Sea., RNZN, WWII). On 6th July 2013 in Whangarei hospital, aged 86. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy. Loved father of Wayne. Much loved grandfather of Michelle and partner, Derek. Special friend of Pat. A service for Clifford will be held in the chapel of Morris and Morris Funerals (entrance 17 Western Hills Drive) Whau Valley, Whangarei, 1:30pm, Wednesday, 10th July 2013, followed by a private cremation. Communications to ‘The Phillips Family’, c/- PO Box 8043, Kensington, Whangarei 0145.
RADCLIFFE, Gilbert Kelvin (NZ11935 RNZN Korea). – On Friday, the 5th of July, 2013, at Timaru. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Diane and the late Val. Loved father and father-in-law of Mark and Heather, Gayle and Harry. Loved stepfather of Rochelle and Brendon, Sharyn, Andrea and Hayden and their families. A much loved grandfather and great-grandfather
Sadly missed. Messages to 221 North Street, Timaru 7910.
FAIRHURST, Harry Frederick. – Service No. 9658 Stoker RNZN WW2. Peacefully at Woodrow Grove Hospital, Bell Block on Friday 5 July 2013. Aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of Nola. Loved Dad and father in law of Wayne and Carolyn, Ross, Paul and Sharyn, and Anne. Loved grandad of Tara, Shay, Amy, Kate and Pierce. And great grandad of Xanda, Carter, Charlie, Lawson Mia and Fletcher. Messages to 6 Parris Street, Waitara. In lieu of flowers a donation to Hospice Taranaki may be left at the service.
A service for Harry will be held at the Waitara District Services and Citizens Club, Queen Street Waitara on Wednesday 10 July 2013 at 1pm. Followed by an interment at the Huirangi Cemetery.
ALLISON, John Robert (WW2 Sub-Lieutenant, RNZNVR, UK English Channel, Atlantic, Mediterranean) – On Sunday, June 30, 2013, at Parklands Hospital, Christchurch, aged 92 years, peacefully with family at his side. Dearly loved husband of almost 60 years of Elise; much loved father of Liz (Perth, Australia), Mark, Diana, and Jennie. Loved father-in-law of Don (Perth) and Malcolm. Loved grandpa of Brooke, and Shannon (Australia); and Alexander, and Annabel. Thank you to The Princess Margaret Hospital, Ngaio Marsh Hospital,, Rimu Ward at Parklands Hospital; doctors Thwaites, Waugh, Sycamore and all nursing and affiliated staff for their wonderful compassionate care of and attention to John. Messages to the Allison family, c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145. At John’s request a private service has been held. Rest in peace dear John.
LYNCH, James John (Jim). RNZN 8276 WWII On July 3rd 2013 at Middlemore Hospital aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Gloria and much loved Dad of Judi and Gerald, Craig and Karen, Judy and the late Jon. Loved Grandad to Rochelle, Deborah and Shayne, Kylie and Earle, Grant, John, Nicole and Luke, and Renee. Great Grandad of James, Ashlee, Daniel. Tayla, Harper Glori, and Slayter Jax. Loved brother of Peggy Lee. A service of Remembrance for Jim will be held at the Howick Funeral Home Chapel, 35 Wellington Street, Howick, Auckland, on Tuesday 9th July 2013 at 1-00pm. Messages to: Howick Funeral Home 35 Wellington Street, Howick Ph 534-7300
SUTTON, Ernest Charles (Bill) Born 02-08-1924. Passed away on 01-07-2013. Royal Navy WW11 AB PJX512783. On the 1st of July 2013 passed peacefully at the Ernest Rutherford Rest Home, Nelson. In his 89th year. Dearly loved husband of Gladys (Eileen) for 67 years. Loved father and father-in-law of Anita and Bob, Ian and Julie. Grandad of Julie and David, Hamish and Jade, Matthew and Leigh. Poppa of Samantha, Joshua, Christina, Caden and Kian. Will be sadly missed by us all. Our heartful gratitude to all the staff at the Ernest Rutherford for their wonderful care of Bill. A family service will be held in Nelson on Wednesday 3rd of July