Jack Passings June 2026
ELLIOT, Julie Margot. WREN RP RNZN – Peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday 12th April, 2026; aged 67 years. Beloved wife of Jim, cherished Mum of Michelle, Uni and Vini, Frank and Jane. Treasured Nana of Skylaa-Meri and Elliot. Loved daughter of Anne and Roger, and sister of Claire and David (deceased). In accordance with Julie’s wishes a private cremation has been held.’
GIBSON, John Reginal BOY2 NZ13391 RNZN Korea Joined 6/50 At Tauranga Hospital on 11th June 2026, with family at his side; in his 92nd year. Loved Dad of Brigitte and Sandra. Grandad to 5 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. According to John’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.
HATHAWAY, Phil CPOMT(P) S100314138, Joined 1997. Sadly, Phil passed away on 17/06/2026 at Waikato Hospital after a long and courageous battle. A celebration for Phil’s life will be held on Tuesday, 23rd June at 1 pm at the Otorohanga Club, 107 Maniapoto Street, Otorohanga. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Otorohanga St. John’s would be appreciated.
HOUGHTON, Colin Vinson NZ11516, A.B., R.N.Z.N., Korea Formerly of Martinborough. On 11th June 2026 peacefully at Elderslea Rest Home, Upper Hutt. Aged 97. Dearly loved husband of Pat for 74 Years. Loved father and father-in-law of John and Nina, and Jenny. Grandad of Claire, Mark, Patrick, David and Wayne. Great grandad of 12. Loved brother, uncle and friend to many. Special thanks to the staff of Elderslea Rest Home for the care of Colin. A service for Colin will be held in the Harbour City Funeral Home Chapel, corner Ward Street and Fergusson Drive, Upper Hutt on Tuesday 16th June 2026 at 11:00am followed by burial at Martinborough Services Lawn Cemetery at 2.00pm
LE PREVOST, David John Baudains. NZ14389 Joined 5/52 as BOY1 OP GRAPPLE-ROTOITI as LSEA On June 21, 2026, passed away peacefully at Charles Upham Retirement Village, Christchurch, in his 91st year. Dearly loved husband of the late Lena. Much loved father and father-in-law of Cherie and Dale, and Sonia and Michael, loved father-in-law of Terry, and loved and respected by Paul. Adored Dada of Kahn, Shanny, Lane, and Anton, and Great-Dada of Amaia, Kahn (junior), Noah, Kiana, Maioha, Frankee, Marley, and Maddison. Loved son of the late John and Gladys, and son-in-law of Tom Mann, much loved uncle of the Maioha whanau. Sincere thanks to the staff of the Special Care Unit at Charles Upham for their compassionate care of David. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late David Le Prevost, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A memorial service will be held at a later date, details to be advised.
SHANKLAND, Kenneth Stephen (Ken). RNZN NZ15056 Joined 2/54 as JREC(L) Suddenly on 25th of June 2026 aged 89 years. Cherished husband of Victoria, much loved father of Stephen, Janet, Grant, Sally and Toni. Treasured grandad and great-grandad to many. Always loved, always remembered. The funeral service for Ken will be held on Saturday 4th of July 2026 at 2PM at Morrisons Henderson, Garden Chapel. Followed by a private cremation.
WILLIAMS, Graham Lindsay (Bill) RNZN NZ16958 Joined 1/61 as SEA BOY. 19.6.45 – 24.6.26. Passed away peacefully at Hawke’s Bay Hospital. Dearly loved husband of Fiona for 58 years, treasured dad to Jason and Rebecca, Torron and Nikki, Shayla and Paul, Casey and Charlotte. Much loved Billy Boy to his seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Safe at anchor and forever in our hearts. At Bill’s wishes a private cremation will be held.
CAIN Kath (nee Roberts) WRNZNS 1048 RNZN It is with sadness that we note the passing of Kath Cain who passed away peacefully on Sunday, 28 June 2026. In keeping with Kath’s wishes, she will be/has been cremated. Kath and her late husband will be interred together in the Military Section of Pukekohe Cemetery at a later date, likely September, followed by a celebration of their lives. Our thoughts are with Kath’s family and friends at this time