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Post by trees on Feb 9, 2020 0:23:32 GMT 12
SGT (RTD) Jim (John) Butler RAF 578790 1944 - 1955 and C77627 CMFITG RNZAF 4 August 1955 to 3 August 1970
Peacefully at Jack Inglis on Thursday 6 February 2020; in his 95th year. Loved husband of the late Beryl. Cherished father and father-in-law of Lindsay and Kevin, Mary and Michael. Treasured and devoted Grandad of Simon, Jacob, Sam, Connor, Rosie, and Isaac. Special friend of Mark and Barbara (Hamilton), and Xi Chen.
He was a great man who will be missed by the Motueka community. The family would like to thank the many people who have been friends of Jim and have supported, cared and enriched his long and lucky life. A memorial service will be held later in the year.
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Post by trees on Feb 9, 2020 10:42:36 GMT 12
Dermot Ledmond Sullivan NZ4210448 WWII Veteran and Retired Teacher In his 96th year, in Blenheim on February 4, 2020. Beloved father of Marion Jackson, John, Mark, Liam, Paul, Luke, Bernard, Elizabeth Sullivan, and Mary-Clare Crowley. Father-in-law to Wayne, Helen, Kate, Barbara, Jillian, Karen, Sandy, Alaa and Tim. Loved and respected grandfather of 23, and great-grandfather of 31 in New Zealand, Australia and the USA. Husband of the late Audrey Sullivan (d. 1975) and Sheila Daly-Sullivan (d. 2013). Dear friend of Barbara Loughnan and loved stepfather of the Daly family in Ireland. Messages may be sent to 49 Park Terrace, Blenheim 7201 or sowmans@funerals.co.nz. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Teresa's Church, 299 Karori Road, Wellington, on Tuesday, February 11, at 11.00am, followed by a reception in the Church Hall and interment at Makara Cemetery. Viewing by appointment on Monday, February 10, at Lychgate Funeral Home, 306 Willis Street, Wellington, phone 04 385-0745.
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Post by trees on Feb 10, 2020 12:53:20 GMT 12
LAC (RTD) Norman Russell Maw 443052 RNZAF 12 May 1944 (Approx) to 16 November 1945 passed away on 9 February 2020 in Rangiora Christchurch.
On February 9, 2020, peacefully at Ballarat Care Home, aged 94 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Peggy, much loved father and father-in-law of Neville and Mariela, and Jeanette and Mike Henry, loved grandad of Nikki and Michael, and Ramon; Sarah and Steve, Emma and Karl, and loved great-grandad of Chloe, Millie, and Henry. Special thanks to the staff at Ballarat for their wonderful care and support for the past 5½ years.
Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Norman Maw, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.
A Service to celebrate Norman’s life will be held in our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Friday, February 14, at 2.00pm. Private cremation thereafter.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Feb 12, 2020 8:52:23 GMT 12
SORRELL, Myra: WAAF (UK) 48692B. Peacefully passed away in her sleep on January 26, 2020, in her 100th year. Loved wife of the late Frank. It is with great sadness that Myra's family say goodbye. Much loved mum of Paul, Christopher and Julie, Angela and David. A cherished and adored grandmother of Ursula (UK), Nathan, Julie-anne and Greg, Naomi, James and Catherine, Katie, and Nancy. Treasured great-grandma of 4 little boys. Messages may be addressed to the Sorrell family, c/- 121 Francis Avenue, Mairehau, Christchurch 8013. A private graveside service was held on February 3, 2020.
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Post by trees on Feb 12, 2020 15:41:00 GMT 12
F/S (RTD) Glen Warren (Danny) Craven T78815 TECH (M) RNZAF 16 Jan 1957 to 15 Jan 1980.
Passed away at Maygrove Village Hospital, Orewa on Monday 2nd February 2020; aged 80 years. Son of the late Doris and Earl Craven of Palmerston North. Husband of Elizabeth and father and father-in-law of Tracey and Kevin and Deborah and Rod; grandfather of Tania, Nathan, Alexis and Jasmine; great grandfather of Tyler, Alyssa and Conor. Brother of Valda and Alan. Brother-in-law of Yvette and the late Trevor.
A private service was held on Monday 10th February 2020 to celebrate Glen's life.
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Post by trees on Feb 14, 2020 10:07:57 GMT 12
FLT LT (RTD) Kevin Vincent Edward Burt T77205 ARMFIT / A&S SUP RNZAF 1954 to ?? served in Malaya and Singapore.
Passed away 12 February 2020. Dearly beloved husband of Lois. Darling father and father in law of Debbie, Mel and Rodd and Tracey and Mike. Adored Dadgar of Rose, Pearl and Will.
Rosary will be recited at Holy Family Catholic Church 94 Taikata Road Te Atatu on Monday 17 February 2020 at 7.30pm.
Requiem Mass will be celebrated at the above church on Tuesday 18 February 2020 at 11am.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Feb 14, 2020 21:24:53 GMT 12
I just heard that Jim Robinson passed away this morning, aged 97. He was the No. 81 Squadron pilot who we raised money for to go flying in Doug Brooker's Spitfire the same day Alan Peart flew in it too. RIP Jim.
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Post by McFly on Feb 16, 2020 7:01:23 GMT 12
I just heard that Jim Robinson passed away this morning, aged 97. He was the No. 81 Squadron pilot who we raised money for to go flying in Doug Brooker's Spitfire the same day Alan Peart flew in it too. RIP Jim. Jim's funeral details: It will be held at Kohimarama Presbyterian Church, 34 Kohimarama Rd, Kohimarama, at 1pm on Thursday 20 February.
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Post by ErrolC on Feb 16, 2020 7:03:25 GMT 12
I just heard that Jim Robinson passed away this morning, aged 97. He was the No. 81 Squadron pilot who we raised money for to go flying in Doug Brooker's Spitfire the same day Alan Peart flew in it too. RIP Jim. Jim's funeral details: It will be held at Kohimarama Presbyterian Church, 34 Kohimarama Rd, Kohimarama, at 1pm on Thursday 20 February. RIP Jim Jim strapping in by Errol Cavit, on Flickr
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Post by Dave Homewood on Feb 16, 2020 7:10:45 GMT 12
Sadly I'm down in Másterton this week so will not get to Jim's funeral.
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Post by trees on Feb 17, 2020 8:18:49 GMT 12
Flying Officer (RTD) Winsbury James (Jim) Robinson NZ413125 WWII RNZAF and RAF Spitfire Pilot. RNZAF Squadron 485, and last of the four New Zealand Members of RAF 81 Squadron in his 99th year.
Former Worshipful Master of the Masonic Lodge, Lodge of Peace in Auckland. Passed away February 14, 2020, dearly loved husband of 73 years of Valerie, loved father and father-in-law of Gillian, Jennifer, Blair, and Beth. Adored Papoo of Alexandra and Vangelis (Greece), Amanda and Kelvin, Andrew and Sarah (Melbourne), Kate and Nick, Callum (Melbourne), Rachael and Louis (London), and much loved Great-Papoo of Dimitri, Daphne, Henry, Alyssa and Evelyn.
A service and celebration of Jim's life will held at Kohimarama Presbyterian Church, 34 Kohimarama Road, Kohimarama, Auckland, on Thursday, February 20, at 1.00pm.
All communications to the Robinson family, c/- PO Box 56013, Dominion Road, Auckland 1446.
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Post by trees on Feb 17, 2020 18:09:10 GMT 12
LAC (RTD) Noel Stanley Domett Winger 435419 RNZAF WW2 Aged 97 years At Potter Home Whangarei, on 13th February 2020. Loved husband of Elaine Dorothy. Father and father-in- law of Brian, Colin & Jenny; and Lynette & Phil Scot. Grandfather of six and great grand father of three. A celebration of Noel's life will be held at Newberrys Funeral Home, cnr Kamo Road and Moody Ave, Kamo, Whangarei, on Wednesday 19th February 2020, at 11am. All communication to the 'Winger Family' C-/ PO Box 5116, Whangarei 0140.
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Post by trees on Feb 18, 2020 9:53:11 GMT 12
F/S (RTD) Brian A. Weir C80525 ACFTTECH RNZAF 20 June 1961 to 1 October 1982 Passed away peacefully at home in his favourite chair on Friday 14th February 2020. Loved husband of Colleen, cherished Dad to Hannah, Frances, and his pets Baxter and Gypsy. Beloved younger brother to Colleen and the late Graham and Dorothy. Uncle B to his nieces and nephews. Good mate to many. We will be celebrating his life at the Hamilton Car Club at 1pm on Wednesday 19th February 2020 and will have time for friends to tell a story about Brian if they wish. All communications to the Weir family PO Box 5523, Frankton, Hamilton 3242.
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Post by trees on Feb 19, 2020 10:02:39 GMT 12
W/O (RTD) Deborah Grace Walker N91161 FPSPEC RNZAF 4 October 1983 to 7 June 2012 passed at Christchurch 18 February 2020.
WALKER, Deborah Grace, (Debbie). Service Number N91161, Warrant Officer RNZAF.
On Tuesday 18 February 2020, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 58 years. Dearly loved Daughter of Robin and Velda, loved sister and sister in law of Nicky and Jim, Special Aunty of Sam and Adelaide, and Ben, Great Aunty of Haererangi.
Messages may be addressed to the Deborah Walker Family C/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013.
A Celebration of Debbie's life will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, Christchurch on Tuesday 25th February at 1.00pm.
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Post by trees on Feb 22, 2020 20:07:41 GMT 12
Aircraftman 1st class Richard Norman (Dicky) Bryant 73452 RNZAF 1950 to ?? At Waikato hospital on February 21st 2020 aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband of Iris. etc Friends and family are invited to a gathering to farewell Dicky at Twentymans Grahamstown Chapel 102 Kirkwood street Thames on Tuesday 25th February at 1pm followed by private cremation
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Post by shorty on Feb 26, 2020 20:11:00 GMT 12
In yesterdays ODT there was a death notice for John Hector McIndoe, aged 95. Flew Typhoons and /or Tempests but not with 486? No further info
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Post by errolmartyn on Feb 26, 2020 22:24:32 GMT 12
In yesterdays ODT there was a death notice for John Hector McIndoe, aged 95. Flew Typhoons and /or Tempests but not with 486? No further info This will be NZ428794 John Hector McIndoe. Appears to have also flown Mustangs with the post-war TAF. Date and place of death given in the death notice? Errol
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Post by isc on Feb 27, 2020 19:41:53 GMT 12
MacRae, William David (Captain Bill) NZ Airforce NZ42161361 passed away on Feb 24th at Atawhai Rest Home Napier. Beloved Husband of the lateAirtin, and thelate joan. Much lovedDad of Jan Shelley and David. LovedParba Bill of his Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren. Heartfelt thanks to the staff of Atawhai Rest Home for their loving and respectfull care of Bill. "Once a Captain Always a Captain. In accordance with Bills wishes, a private Cremation has been held. Messages to the MacREA family?_ PO BOX 439 Napier 4140.
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Post by trees on Feb 28, 2020 0:20:03 GMT 12
W/O (RTD) Colin George McDowell BEM G75400 EFIT RNZAF 25 Jan 1950 to 9 Aug 1973 On February 22, 2020 at Kowhainui Rest Home with his loving family at his side. Cherished husband of the late Barbara for 65 years. Adored Dad and father in law of Andrew (deceased) and Nikki and Rob, Tina and Mike. Best Pops of Kellie and Cam, Chris, Scott and Emily, Amy and Chris. Best Great Pops of Zayus, Reegan, Quin; Isla; and Greta. A beloved brother and brother in law and uncle. Special friend of Ann. The family extend their heartfelt thanks to Dr Hazelhurst for his care and patience and to the staff of Kowhainui for the amazing respect and dignity shown to their Dad and their family. In accordance with Colin's wishes a private family service has been held.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Feb 28, 2020 9:46:46 GMT 12
COYLE, Eric George. RNZAF No. 77225. (1937 - 2020) Passed away 23 February 2020, aged 82 in Auckland. Much loved father of Alan, Philip and Wendy, their partners Christine, Andrew and Ivy and grandfather of Henry Coyle. Loved brother of Alison, brother-in-law of Noel Dennerly, uncle of Rachel, Simon and Katrina and the late Mark and great uncle of Sophia. Eric spent most of his working career as a Probation Officer. A service will be held at the North Harbour Chapel of Dil's Funeral Services 185 Schnapper Rock Road, Albany on Thursday 5 March at 12.30pm. All correspondence to PO Box 492 Taupo 3351.
Eric was a member of this forum, and he attended at least a couple of our Forum Meets in Auckland.
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