Jack Passings – May 2020

FOSTER, Barry Charles: RNZN 16758At Timaru Hospital, on May 21, 2020, aged 77. Loved son of the late Maisie and Charlie Foster, loved dad of Nicole, granddad of Casey, and Matt loved brother of Graeme and Adele, the late Peter, Carol and Ian McPherson, Mark and Angela Kelly, and Vaughan, and a loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a private service for Barry has been held. Messages to 19 Quarry Rd, Timaru 7910.

MULHOLLAND, Steven Harold: 15892 LMM RNZN On May 27, 2020, at home. Dearly loved husband of Annette. Much loved father and father-in-law of Vicky, Brent & Candice, Paul & Lanita. Loved poppa of Brittany, Sean, Alex, Jenna, Jason, Jamie, Zara and Oliver. A private service will be held on Thursday, June 4, 2020, at 1.00 pm. To comply with COVID numbers the service will be live-streamed by joining https://oneroomstreaming.com/nz/ Event ID WaikanaeFH password CNXGHZ Waikanae Funeral Home Tel 04 2936844

Regret to advise that Waka Hakaraia PORTER ARD crossed the bar 24 May 2020. Further details will be posted once known.

COULING, Peter James: NZ11512 – RNZN.Passed away at home, after living life to the fullest every day for 91 years, on 16th May 2020. Peter made his mark as a Korean Veteran, serving in the Navy, a talented Sportsman and an amazing Educator who made a difference. He married his wife, Margaret, in 1954 and together they raised four children, Belinda, Simon, Andrew and Brent. Peter was an adored grandfather and great-grandfather. Peter was preceded in his death by his brother Barry and sister Anne, survived by sisters Joan and Judy. A free spirit, a compassionate and caring man, Peter touched the lives of many, many people. He will always be remembered for his kindness, honour, knowledge and ability to motivate and connect with people. A small, intimate family ceremony will be held for Peter. Any communications to the Couling family C/- P.O. Box 185, Carterton 5743 or visit www.tributes.co.nz

O’NEILL,Terence Richard (Terry) GSM B696678. RNZN. Died peacefully and unexpectedly at Hastings Hospital. Loved companion of Faye. Eldest son of the late Richard and Joan O’Neill. Loved brother of Maureen and Barry, Graeme and Donnapa, and Chris and Ofelia. Dearest Dad to Matt and Noreen, Elise and Annemarie. Proud grandfather to 11 grandchildren. Dad served in the Royal NZ Navy and Police Force and was part of the rescue and recovery efforts of the Wahine disaster. A friend to many. As per Terry’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place. A memorial service for Terry will be held in the Beth Shan Chapel, 157 Georges Drive, Napier, on Friday, May 22. Due to funeral restrictions, please RSVP at staff@beth-shan.co.nz A live stream of the service will also be available. Messages to the O’Neill Family, C/o PO Box 439, Napier 4140.

MCCLELLAND, John. (Scouse) RNZN 16716. WOPRI.One of life’s genuinely kind, caring souls passed away on 6th May 2020 at Parklane Retirement Village, aged 76 years. Much loved husband of the late Lee. A wonderful father to Chris and Kylie. Brother, Uncle and friend to many who will be dearly missed. Unfortunately, attendance without an invitation will not be possible. To request an invitation or for information on viewing the live streamed service, please contact Kylie McClelland mcclellandk021@gmail.com before 3pm Sunday.

SCHMIDT Donald V21064 RNZN Leading Seaman Radar, It is with regret to inform Don’s ship mates that my brother passed away suddenly at home in Perth today in the early hours of the morning. All our thoughts are with wife Lyn and son David

FEASEY, Derek William. RNZN 18915. (Seaman) Born 8th July 1950. Passed peacefully at Hospice Waikato on 14th May 2020, aged 69 years. Dearly loved and greatly missed Husband, Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, Dad. Granddad and Great Granddad, Pa, “Uncle” and friend to many. A funeral service followed by a burial service at Huntly Cemetery will be held on Tuesday 19th May. All communications contact Naideen 021-179-6763.

FAIRLEY, Elston Innes (Barney). Royal NZ Navy Reg no. NZD 4701Passed away peacefully at his home in Rotorua on Saturday 9 May 2020, aged 98 years. A notice of funeral arrangements will be made at a later date. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Rotorua Hospice.

PROCTER, Thomas Melvyn (Tommy). Regtl No. 18630 RNZN. On Monday 4th May 2020, at Mary Shapley Care Home, Whakatane, aged 70. Father and father in law of Johnathan and Nik. Grandfather of Nate and Jordie. The big brother of Leslie, Jenny and Meagan. In accordance with the current restrictions, a private burial at Kawerau Cemetery has been held. Communications please to the Procter family C/- PO Box 2070, Whakatane or a tribute may be left at willettsfuneralservices.co.nz

GILLESPIE Ian – NZ17696 late of Raumati Beach, Died 8 May 2020
It is with regret we advise that Ian passed away on the 8th May at home. Ian rests at Waikanae Funeral Home. We are waiting to see the outcome of Mondays/ level 2 announcement but at this stage, we plan a simple service on Tuesday 19th May at their chapel. Would appreciate any advice you can give on how veterans acknowledge his death, as with all veterans it’s been a big part of his life. – Neill and Marg Gillespie 0272441631

MCCLELLAND, John. RNZN 16716. One of life’s genuinely kind, caring souls passed away on 6th May 2020 at Parklane Retirement Village, aged 76 years. Much loved husband of the late Lee. A wonderful father to Chris and Kylie. Brother, Uncle and friend to many who will be dearly missed. Unfortunately, attendance without an invitation will not be possible. To request an invitation or for information on viewing the live streamed service, please contact Kylie McClellandmcclellandk021@gmail.com before 3pm Sunday.

HULSE, Ronald George (Ron). Service No. 11428, L/Seaman, RNZN. On 2nd May 2020, at CHT Halldene. Aged 88 years. Ron was a loved father, father in law, grandfather and great Poppa. Privately cremated. A memorial service to celebrate Ron’s life will be held as soon as we are safely able to do so. All communications to Alan phone 021611365 or Janine 0272366336.

BATT, Robert William (Bob) No.NZ1605, RNZN Petty Officer Peacefully after a short illness on Saturday 2nd May 2020; aged 97. Cherished husband of the late Joan. Beloved father and father in law of Warren, Marg and Trish, Fiona, Toni and Paul (deceased), Robert and Meg, Doug and Julie, and John and Michelle. Loved grandad and poppa of 21 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Last surviving crew member in New Zealand of the HMS Achilles and the battle of the River Plate 1939. Lest we forget. A service for Robert will be advised at a later date. Communications please to the Batt Family, C/- PO Box 2070, Whakatane.

PROCTER, Thomas Melvyn (Tommy). Regtl No. 18630 RNZN. On Monday 4th May 2020, at Mary Shapley Care Home, Whakatane, aged 70. Father and father in law of Johnathan and Nik. Grandfather of Nate and Jordie. Big brother of Leslie, Jenny and Meagan. In accordance with the current restrictions, a private burial at Kawerau Cemetery has been held. Communications please to the Procter family C/- PO Box 2070, Whakatane or a tribute may be left at willettsfuneralservices.co.nz

RENNIE, Allan James NZ9100, Able Seaman, RNZN, 1935-45. Died peacefully at Taieri Court Rest Home, Mosgiel, on May 3, 2020; aged 96 years. Dearly loved and loving husband of Dorothy for 70 years. Loved and treasured father and father-in-law of Annette and Garry Kyle (Dunedin), John and Vicki (Greytown), Lynne and Duncan Knowles (Ashburton), and Grant and Mel (Hokitika). Cherished Grandad of Garreth, the late Allasdair, and Euan and Clementine; Philip and Olivia, Michael and Sian, and Leah and Andrew; Stella and Phillip, Shanae, Andrea, and Keisha. And a very special Great-Grandad of Hamish and Eadie; Kiera; Kippa; Georgia, Isabella, and Leighton.
A true gentleman.
He will be forever missed
by his loving family.
A private service will be held. A memorial service to celebrate Dad’s life will be held at a later date. Messages to 4 Hellyer Street, Macandrew Bay, Dunedin 9014 or leave a message on Allan’s page at www.tributes.co.nz