Jack Passings – September 2021

BEENTJES, Cornelia Maria (Corry). Captain RNZN (Rtd), WRNZNS H 28619 Passed away peacefully on 29 September 2021, aged 69 years. Much loved daughter of Bancras and Geertruida (Truus). Loved sister of Maria, Annemieke, Jozeph, Truusje, Kees, Cecilia and Nick. Loved aunty and great aunt to all nephews and nieces. Godmother to many. God has you in his keeping. We have you in our hearts. A Requiem Mass for Corry will be celebrated at Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church, (entrance off Park Avenue), Kensington, Whangarei. Due to the current restrictions on funeral numbers, please call Anna on 0272866787 if you wish to attend. All communications to the “Beentjes Family” C/- PO Box 8043 Kensington, Whangarei 0145.

BREEN, Brian Emmet (Brian). R.N.Z.N : 4962 Born on the 3rd November 1925, passed away peacefully at his home in Papatoetoe on the 26th September 2021. WWII Navy Service, Brian served on the Leander, Achilles, Tyler, and Arabis. A veteran of the “Battle of Kolombangara” on the 13th July 1943. Beloved Father / Father in law of : Kerry and Angela Fordham (Rangiora). Wendy and Nick Griffin (Thames). Michael (Rangiora). Peter (Papatoetoe). Beloved Brother / Brother in law of Sylvia and Laurie (Devonport) and Michael and Betty (Both Deceased). Grandfather of Eleven and Great Grandad of Eight. Rest in Peace Dad, forever in our hearts. A service to celebrate ” The Life of Brian” will be held at a later date when Level 2 is established in Auckland. Details to follow and will be published in the New Zealand Herald. Contact can be made with Davis Funeral Services, Kolmar Road, Papatoetoe Phone: (09)2772526

PETERSON, William Hutton (Bill). RNZN, LT(E), Ex-RN, Service No. NZ11859, Joined 48. Passed away at Hawke’s Bay Hospital on September 24, 2021, aged 98 years. Much loved father of Hugh, and Lesley. Loved by his 6 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Thanks to friends and neighbours for all the kindness and support in recent years, helping Bill to stay in his own home until very near the end. At Bill’s request, a private cremation has been held. Messages to the ‘Peterson Family’, C/o PO Box 7001, Taradale, Napier 4141. “May you now return to the sea.”

EAST David John NZ716301 Able Radioman crossed the bar Thursday 23 September 2021. Joined RNZN in 1957 and left in 1965. Served in TAMAKI, PHILOMEL, STAWELL. ROYALIST, IRIRANGI, ROTOITI, TARANAKI and OTAGO. 05 April 1939 – 23 September 2021 Passed away peacefully at Hilda Ross surrounded by family. Loving Partner of Carol. Cherished Father of Hailey and Tony. Beloved Brother of Terry, Joy and Lyn. Loved by all his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. A private family service to celebrate David’s life will be held on the 9th of October at 11 am. Following the service, David will be laid to rest at The Hamilton Park Cemetery, Newstead. To watch the service live head to www. simplicityhamilton.co. nz/s/david for more details.

COLLINS Edward (Ted). WTR

HALVORSON Alan

LAMB, Leonard Thomas. PTE/Driver Rgtl No: 204141, NZA (2.5 years), & RNZN (15 years). Korea, Japan. He was a proud member of the Devonport RSA.In loving memory of Leonard Thomas Lamb. A loving uncle who passed away 18 September 2021, you will be sadly missed, your memories will live in our hearts forever. Rest in peace until we meet again. Love Raymond, Betty, Thomas, Barbara, Shirley, William, and siblings.

TEMPLETON, Thomas Herbert (Tom). Born June 30, 1932. Passed away on September 4, 2021. Tom Templeton 89 years old passed away peacefully. Beloved husband of Lorraine (Betty), dearly loved father and father in law of Christine and David, Lance and Julie, dearly loved grandad to Tanya and Frank, and great-granddaughters Isabelle and Zoe. In accordance with his wishes, a private cremation will be held. Thanks to Forrest Hill Home staff for their care of him. Tom joined in Nov 1953 and on discharge held the rank of Leading Telegraphist. He was discharged in 1960. He served in PHILOMEL, BLACK PRINCE, IRIRANGI, ROTOITI and ROYALIST.

KEENE, Neil Kenneth: NZ11517, AB, RNZN. Passed away on Monday, September 13, 2021; in his 92nd year. Loved husband of Helen. A loved father and father-in-law of Grant and Adele, Tony, Richard and Chantal, Elizabeth, and Philip. Loved grandad of Scott, Christopher, Sophie, and Christian. At Neil’s request, a private cremation has been held. Messages to: 75 Wai-iti Road, Timaru 7910.

CUBIS, Michael Terrance (Mike). NZ18913 CPO STWD RNZN It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael (Mike) Cubis on 13 Sept 21, after a long illness. A loving Dad to Glen and Tracy, father-in-law to Rose and adored Popa to Jayme, Kodee, Lukas, Ashleigh, Madison, and Jessie and great grandad to Brax and Hudson. Beloved husband to Judith (deceased), you will now be together. You will be forever in our hearts. “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; love leaves a memory no one can steal.” A heartfelt thank you to the staff at BUPA Beachhaven for the care and compassion shown to Mike over the past years, you have gone above and beyond to make him comfortable and we his family greatly appreciate all you have done.

FOSTER, Nigel

JACKSON, Francis Richard (Frank). BMN R251674, WWII. RN PMX 643-769, WWII. RNZN NZ 114488 1947-1950. Passed away on September 13, 2021 under the tender loving care of his youngest daughter Bronwyn. Dearly beloved and cherished husband of the late Marilyn Venetta Jackson. Much loved and esteemed father of Barbara, Beverley and Bronwyn. Very proud granddad of Aaron and Aine Anderson and Jason and Vanessa Jackson. Most treasured great grandfather of Saoirse and Koia Anderson and Tyra and Marko Jackson. We can’t thank you enough for all of the wonderful things that you gave us and for the treasured memories that we’ve shared. We will miss you beyond compare and treasure you within our hearts forever. Rest in peace Dad as you’re laid to rest with our beautiful Mum. Due to current restrictions, a private burial is to be held. A memorial service for Frank will be held once current restrictions subside to Level 1.

McCOMISH, Harry Brian. “Koro Brian” 675457 – Korea 1950-1953 24 June 1933 – 8 September 2021 Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 8 September 2021 at Brittany House with his loving family. Adored father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend to many. A family service will be held. Moe mai ra e pa; haere ki to moengaroa. Rest in peace. Messages to Brian’s family can be sent c/o P.O. Box 8424, Havelock North, 4157

SHEPHARD, Paul Boynton. RNZN 13579, 21st Seaman Boy. Korean War Veteran. Paul crossed the bar for the last time on 6th September 2021, aged 85. Dearly loved husband of Jill. Father of Kryn, Annette, and Monique. Proud grandad Paul and poppa to all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In accordance with Pauls wishes a private cremation has taken place. Thank you to all the wonderful people who have enriched Paul’s life by giving him love and friendship. “Those we can no longer hold in our arms, We will always hold in our hearts.”

HAMILTON, Derek Geoffrey: Sub/Lt RNZNVR Fleet Air Arm Much loved father, stepfather, grandfather and uncle to his extended family. In his 99th year. A private cremation has been held. A memorial occasion will be held at Wigram in due course. Publish Chch Star 08 Sept 21

SULLIVAN, Patrick John. RNZN. 24 July 1931 – 4 September 2001. After 20 years gone, we celebrate your 70 years and all the milestones along the way. Forever missed by Jean, Barney, Oona and Cindy, grandchildren and great-grandchildren you didn’t get to hold.