Jack Passings – April 2026
⚓️DENNISON, Allan LT CDR RAN/RNZN Ret’d
It is with great sadness that I advise the passing of NOA member Allan Dennison 8 April 2026 who was a resident of Dalyellup (just south of Bunbury) in Western Australia. Allan was a former New Zealand sailor, who served in HMNZS Lachlan, and later became a hydrographer before transferring to the RAN.
⚓️HISLOP, Barry Charles JSEA/PTI NZ17886 JOINED 63
On April 4, 2026, peacefully at Wairarapa Hospital, Masterton, after a short illness. Aged 79 years. Much loved husband of Sue. Loved father and father-in-law of Lance, Damon, Michael and Alex, Julie and Sam. Cherished Poppa to Ben, Brittany, Madison, Jackson, William, and Sebastian. A loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend. Messages may be posted c/- PO Box 460, Masterton. A private family farewell has been held in Masterton.
⚓️ NAUGHTON Joseph RNZN Warrant Officer 816520
Peacefully passed at Nelson Hospital on Thursday, April 30, 2026, aged 92 years. Dearly loved husband of Elizabeth Wiblin and much loved husband of the late Pat. Cherished father of Sharon, Pam and the late Bryan, stepfather of Karen and Michael; grandad, great- grandad and friend to many. Forever remembered for his sense of humour, love of family and friends, services to the community and his love of all things trains. A service to celebrate Bernie’s life will be held at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Manuka Street, Nelson, on Tuesday, May 5, at 11.00am. A live-stream of his service will be avaiLable from Bernie’s tribute page at www.marsdenhouse.co.nz where personal messages may also be left. Donations would be appreciated in lieu of flowers to St John’s or Nelson Host Lions.
⚓️POYSDEN, William Dudley (Bill) VRD Retired Commander RNZNVR (ex NZ Railways). On April 15, 2026, passed away peacefully at Charles Upham Retirement Village, Rangiora, in his 99th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Joan, and the late Tricia, loved father and father-in-law of Ruth and John Thompson, Claire Poysden, Mark and Jackie (London), loved Grandad of Paul, Kathryn, and Dave; Jeremy, Rob, and Carly; Emily, Thea, and Luke, loved Great-Grandad of his 16 lovely great-grandchildren. Brother of the late Hillary, and the late Fay. Loved stepfather of Laurie, Lynda, Julie, and Fran. At rest after a long serving and loving life. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Bill Poysden, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Dementia Canterbury would be appreciated and may be made at the service or online at dementiacanterbury.org.nz. Special thanks to all the staff at Charles Upham for the wonderful care and support given to Bill. A service of thanksgiving for Bill will be held at Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on May 2, at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation.
⚓️THOMPSON, Stephen Allan (Steve, Scruff). NZ18634 Joined 1/66 as JME
In loving memory of Stephen Allan Thompson born April 23, 1949, who passed away suddenly after a short illness on April 9 2026. Beloved son of the late Mervyn Lawrence and Merle Kathleen Thompson. Steve is survived by his devoted wife, Sesa Poutoa, with whom he shared a deep and abiding love. Stephen was a proud and loving father to Elise and Adam Bell, Natasha and Michael Epapara, and brother to Kathleen Misa, Brian Thompson, and Kelly-Maree Smith also his brothers Victor, Leslie, Raymond and Bruce, who predeceased him and grandfather to his three grandchildren Owen, Jessica and Leo and his loving niece Caoimhe. A gathering to celebrate Steve will be held at a location to be advised. Kay and Sesa extend their heartfelt gratitude to the doctors and nursing staff of Ward 61 at Auckland City Hospital for their compassionate care and support of Stephen during his final days.