Jack Passings – July 2024

BAINBRIDGE, Barry Lyle. (Serv. No. C162163, CPO, MEA), Entry 1958 Class 18, RNZN). Passed away peacefully at Te Aroha Hospital on 22nd July 2024; after a short illness. Loved husband of the late Jessie. Loved Dad of Johnny, Heather and Laurie, and a loved grandfather and G-Pop. ‘Will be dearly missed’. Privately cremated. A celebration of Basil’s life will take place at a later date. Communications to John: 0220637334

CARLSEN, James (Gentleman Jim). X17984 Served in the RNZN 1964-1974 and 1976-1984 21 Oct 1947-10 Jul 2024 Stop his pay, stop his leave, stop his tot. Gone to both watches in the sky. It was a pleasure knowing you all – Jim After a short illness, our beloved Jimmy has passed. He was loved by more people than he realised, with many getting in touch to say hooray before he left. James was kind, patient, with a great sense of humour and loved a good story. He will be dearly missed by his wife Colleen, daughters Georgie and Charlie, his many grandchildren (and their mates), and the rest of his extended family. We have so much gratitude to those who helped make Dad’s last days easier, especially his sister Geraldine. He didn’t want any fuss so there won’t be a funeral but feel free to donate to Hospice who were a great support. The world is a bit less bright without him (though now we can talk during the 6pm news without being growled).

DAWSON, Naira Josephine JP Reg. No. 1079 WRNZNS (formerly of Kaiapoi and Brookland’s) passed away peacefully on Monday, July 8, 2024, at Wesley Care, Papanui, Christchurch. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Debra and Bruce, Valerie and the late Arthur Sandston, adored and treasured Nana to Nic, and Harry. Special thanks to the staff at Wesley Care who supported Mum with respect and dignity. In keeping with Naira’s wishes, she has been cremated, and a private service will take place.

GOLDSWORTHY, Bryan Michael (Goldie) E19646 ABSEA Gunner Joined 1/69 left 1/5/74Passed peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, 24 July 2024, aged 72 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Karen. Loved father and father-in-law of Terene and Paul, Blair, Trent and Rachel. Adored Grandad of Oscar and Angus. Loved brother of Heather (dec), and Philippa. The family wish to thank St John’s and Hospice for their special care of Bryan. A celebration of Goldie’s life will be held in The Chapel Of W. Abraham, 366 Devon Street East, New Plymouth on Monday, 29 July 2024, at 10:00am, followed by a 12:00pm interment at Awanui Cemetery, where Bryan will be laid to rest with Karen.

HOWELL, Mike (18684 – ME1) CTB Friday 26 July after a long fight. Mike served on Taranaki and many ML’s during his time with his last posting being looking after the ML assigned to HMNZS Toroa where I understand he was made a life member. His funeral will be held at the Simpson Park Hall in Lawrence on Friday 2 August at 1300. Gone to join his cousin Fred Towler and his wife Geraldine. RIP Mike.

McCANN (GUS) GORDON Reg. No. X20054 (Navy) LRD On 20 July 2024, at home; aged 71 years. Dearly loved husband of Colleen and a loved father of Perralee, Trudie, Clinton and Tash. An adored Grandin of Sarsha, Tegan, Ryan; Michael and Alana; Charli and Jed and a great-grandfather of Jake, Jack, Parker, Hunter, Evelyn and Riley. Messages to the McCann family c/- PO Box 9, Blenheim 7240 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz A celebration of Gus’s life will be held at the Springlands Chapel, Cloudy Bay Funeral Services, 15 Boyce Street, Blenheim, on Wednesday, 31 July, at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation.