Jack Passings – March 2021

McCANN, Dennis Ramon Nelson: (Reg. No. 15464, RNZN) On March 29, 2021, passed away peacefully surrounded by a loving family, aged 81 years. Loving husband of the late Hanuere, father and father-in-law of Kane (deceased) and Victoria, Russell and Amarmia, Charmaine, John and Sara, Greig and Hayley, treasured ‘Papa’ of Nicole, India, and Summer; Hemi, Louis, Jasmine, Paul, Renee, and Caitlin; Lachlan, and Connor; and Samantha, cherished ‘Great-Papa’ of Mekai; Mason, Tyler, and Neve; Duncan; Kaylee-Mae, Jaxon, and Vann-Louie; Benjamin, and Hudson; and Sarah. Special thanks to the team at Ward 23, Christchurch Hospital for their care of Dennis. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Dennis McCann, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers donations to Canterbury West Coast, Air Rescue Trust would be appreciated and may be made at the service. A Memorial Service to celebrate Dennis’ life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on April 8, 2021, at 2.00 pm.

THACKRAY, Alan. Greatly loved husband of Ann and adored by his children and multitude of grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Alan passed away peacefully at North Shore Hospice on March 2nd 2021, aged 90 years. We will be holding a gathering in his honour in the near future. Please email or call Clare at clare.usana@gmail.com 0211925273 for further details. In lieu of flowers, donations to North Shore Hospice in Alan’s name would be much appreciated. Their care and support have been incredible at this difficult time. Published in The New Zealand Herald from Mar. 10 to Mar. 12, 2021. Alan was a civilian consultant attached to Defence Management Services, a tri-service team based in Takapuna in the ’70s and ’80s under the control of Cdr George Cole, RNZN. Terry Golds, Sqdn Ldr Graham Gemmell, RNZAF, myself, and three or four others who’s names completely escape me worked there through that time. We completed tasks for all three Defence Departments to establish, upgrade, update and monitor procedures based on new and best practices. Alan was a very effective part of these teams and taught me so much in my time there. He was also well-liked by all and I’m sure there will be many service personnel who will remember him. I know he will be sadly missed. RIP Alan

KEARNS Michael has crossed the bar at the Rannandale Rest Home in Christchurch. More details will be posted when known.

BRYANT, Bridget Mary Wife of the late CDR Bryant, RNZN: Died peacefully at Winara Rest Home & Hospital, Waikanae, on 18th March 2021, aged 92 years, surrounded by her family. Loving wife of the late Christopher Frank Bryant (Cmdr RNZN – retired) Ben. Loving mother and mother-in-law to Kevin and Wendy Bryant, Janet and Lance Peel. Nana to Gemma, Todd Bryant & Elizabeth Hart. We would like to thank Wellington Hospital A and E, Mary Potter Hospice and Winara Rest Home and Hospital care. The care that Bridget received from all was absolutely wonderful and very much appreciated. Finally at peace. As with Bridget’s wishes, a private cremation is being held. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to NZ Seeing Eye dog association – Red Puppy Sponsorship

HURDLE Barry Neville ABSEA 689572 OP GRAPPLE – PUKAKI b. 27.2.34 – 13-3-2021, aged 87, in Paraparaumu. The family intend to have a private service.

FOTHERINGHAM, Raymond George (NZ13907) Ray passed away at Christchurch Hospital on 5th March 2021. Dearly loved husband of Tui. Father of Brett, Brian and Tod. A Great Navy Mate to many. The Funeral will be held on Friday 12th March 2021 at 1:30 pm at St Christophers Church. Love from the Selwyn family.

MORRIS, Lorna (nee ROFF) NZ1209 WRNZNS – Signals Wren. Peacefully, in Masterton, on 1 March 2021. Loving wife of Cliff for 58 years. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Craig, Sheryn and Mark. Grandmother of Melanie, Daniel, Cameron, Nathan, and Caitlin. Great grandmother of Sophie, Ceejay, Paige, and Lilly. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Merril and Vern, Noel and Jan, and the late Carol. Donations to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages can be posted C/- PO Box 460, Masterton. A service to celebrate Lorna’s life will be held at the Wairarapa Funeral Services Chapel, 35-37 Lincoln Road, Masterton, on Thursday 4 March 2021, at 2:00 pm followed by private cremation. Due to Covid-19 requirements, numbers will be restricted to 100.