Jack Passings – February 2026
⚓️ANDREW, Maxine Jeanette (nee Inglis). WRNZNS 1393.
Passed away peacefully on Friday, 20th February 2026, Aged 79 Years. Dearly cherished wife to James (Jim). Much loved Mum to Zita, Acushla, Latasha, James, Shayne, Tania and Kelly. Adored Grandma, Nana and Great grandma. A Memorial Service to celebrate Maxine’s life will be held at Rosevale, Te Awamutu, Sunday 1 March at 11am. Messages to the “Andrew Family” can be sent c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800 or in Maxine’s online tribute book at www. rosetown.co.nz.
⚓️AYRE, Warren Ross (Ross) J17419 Borneo Malaya Joined as JSEA 1/62
Passed away unexpectedly but peacefully Thursday 5 FEB 2026 aged 80. A special husband of Penelope (Penny). Respected father of Kimberly: also, father of Yolande, Daniel, Amanda and Alex. A loved Grandad and Great Grandad, Uncle, Brother-in-Law, and Friend. All messages to the AYRE Family C/O PO BOX 4041 Highfield, Timaru.
⚓️BEAMAN Norris RNZN PODR S18968
Passed away on 15 February 2026 at Arohanui Hospice, aged 75 years. Dearly loved son of William and Gwladys Beaman (both dec). Much loved and treasured partner of Sharon Morrah. Loved and respected ‘Nozza’ of Jono and Nicci (PN), Paul and Emily (Queensland), and Angie (PN). Dearly loved Poppa Norris of Weston and Olivia, Evelyn, Robbie, Theo, and Elyse. Special friend to Fia and Jett. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to Arohanui Hospice at www.arohanuihospice.org.nz/donate-now/ All messages to the Beaman family, c/- 191 North St, Feilding 4702. A celebration of life for Norris will be held at Feilding Funeral Chapel, 282 Kimbolton Road, Feilding, on Saturday 21 February 2026 at 11.00am, followed by interment at Feilding Cemetery.
He fought a brave battle and is now free from pain.
⚓️BURSTALL, Robert Tennison (Bob) MNZM. NZ 15263 Joined 1/55 as REC(L)
Trained at Tamaki and Philomel. Served on Black Prince and Royalist. Ex President of the Recreational Council. Passed away peacefully at home on the 7 February 2026, aged 89 years. Treasured partner and mate to Barbara McCarthy. Adored father to Debra, Sharon, Michelle, and Jane. Cherished brother to Elizabeth Mortimer. Loved grandfather to Kai, and Charlotte. Much loved Uncle Gravel to all his nieces and nephews. A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at the Royal Akarana Yacht Club, 8-10 Tamaki Drive, Okahu Bay, on 13 February at 12pm A private cremation will take place.
⚓️CAMPBELL, John Ratahi (Jack), ex Warrant Officer Yeoman of Signals F14702.
He pānui tēnei mai i a Haven Falls Whangārei
E ngā mana, e ngā reo, o tēnā hapū, o tēnā iwi, tēnei te mihi ki a koutou katoa
Bereavement pānui on behalf of the Campbell whanau regarding the passing of their beloved father, John (Jack) Ratahi Campbell who sadly passed away in Whangarei on Sunday 8th February 2025. The whānau have advised that a private cremation will be held.
Please feel free to contact Haven Falls for further information.
Ngā mihi aroha ki a koutou katoa
Moe mai ra e te matua, hoki ki ngā matua tūpuna kua wehe, haere, haere, hoki atu
⚓️HARTLEY, Gregory Wyeth, T18210, Chief Petty Officer Radio Supervisor.
Crossed the bar 17 February 2026. Greg served in TAMAKI, PHILOMEL, 9 ANZUK SIG REGT, OTAGO, TARANAKI, IRIRANGI and WAIKATO. Greg joined the RNZN in January 1964 and left on 4 November 1988. Funeral arrangements was private.
⚓️McFLINN, Frederick James (Fred). NZ 18080 Joined 64 as REC(L)
Passed away at his home in Gisborne on Thursday 12th February 2026, aged 79 Years. Loving husband of Lil for 55 years. Father of Mike and Steve. Grandfather to Natalia, Katya and Lily. Great-grandfather to Lorenzo, Delilah and Ayson. The funeral service will be held at Evans Funeral Services Chapel, Gisborne on Saturday 14th February 2026 at 11am. Followed by private cremation.
⚓️MIHAERE, James (Jim) K.R. CPODVR U16026 Joined 1957-1977. aged 85.
It’s with deepest regret and condolences to inform family and friends the passing James (Jim) Mihaere. His funeral service is at 11am Saturday 14.02.2026 at Morrisons small chapel on Universal Drive Henderson.
⚓️SALISBURY Raymond (RNZVNR 816006).
Beloved husband and soulmate of Jean since 1956. Loved father of Karen, Vivienne, Iain, Rosie, and their families. Cherished “Gumps” to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Sincere thanks to the staff at Radius St Allisa Rest Home for their care and kindness. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to charities Ray supported. A service will be held at St Saviour’s Anglican Church, Templeton, on Friday, February 27 at 1.00pm, followed by burial onsite and light refreshments at the Templeton RSA. Live-stream available.