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Post by trees on Jun 1, 2020 23:58:41 GMT 12
LAC (RTD) Ronald George (Mac) McDougall J78898 Driver RNZAF 25 April 1957 to 8 August 1965
1939 - 2020
Sadly passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020 after a short illness. Devoted husband and best mate to Jan, and a cherished brother to Trish and Tony (Chch). Loving father to Leigh and Rodney (Melbourne), Andrew and Sandra (Chch), Alistair (Wellington), Stuart (Chch), Jackie (Blenheim), and grandfather to Michael, Jenna, and Carter.
'Forever fishing and telling stories'
Special thanks to Dr Vara and both Timaru and Christchurch Hospital staff and South Canterbury Hospice for their amazing help, care and support. In lieu of flowers we ask for donations to the Hospice.
Due to COVID-19 and as per Ron's wishes, a private cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be advised at a later date
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jun 8, 2020 9:47:50 GMT 12
BENTLEY, Rona Edith (nee Robins). 11 October 1921 - 1 June 2020. Sgt WAAF W3998 Passed away peacefully at Tauranga Hospital, in her 99th year. Wife of the late Joe Bentley. Loved mother of Robyn Falconer (New Plymouth), Ann and Lawrence Purton (Tauranga), Dick and Wendy Bentley (Gisborne) and their families. A private cremation has taken place. The family would like to thank the staff at Bethlehem Views for their care and compassion shown to Rona over the past 4 years.
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Post by trees on Jun 9, 2020 11:34:54 GMT 12
F/S (RTD) Peter Anthony (Tony/Tiger T) Tolhurst V79162 CLKACCT RNZAF 29 Oct 1957 to 28 Oct 1977. Of Bulls, passed away peacefully on Monday 8 June 2020, aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Liz, treasured Dad of David, Sandra, and Teresa, and adored Grandad of Ashleigh, Jacquie, Lindsay, Elizabeth, and Kelson. Will be so dearly missed by all of the family. Messages to the Tolhurst family, C/- 18 Morris Street, Marton 4710. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bulls RSA, 55 High Street, Bulls 4818. Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Tony at St Mary's Catholic Church, 15 Johnson Street, Bulls, on Thursday 11 June 2020, at 11.00am, followed by private cremation.
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Post by trees on Jun 10, 2020 9:44:37 GMT 12
Robert Stanley (Bob) Chessum 4311266 WOP RNZAF WWII Bob passed away on Friday, 5th June 2020, at Pohlen Hospital, Matamata. Aged 96. Dearly loved husband of Beverley. Loving father of Patrick and Julie (Auckland), Michael and Marlene (Auckland), Graeme and Shona (England), Alison and Andrew (Brisbane Australia), John and Judy (Sydney Australia). Loved grandfather of 14, great grandfather of 21 and great great grandfather of 1. A celebration of Bob's life will be held in the Union Parish, Peria Road, Matamata Saturday, the 13th of June, at 11am. Followed by a private cremation. All communications c/- 6 Tamihana Street, Matamata. The service will be live streamed the link is iframe.dacast.com/ b/ 139405/c/549489
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Post by trees on Jun 12, 2020 10:35:53 GMT 12
LACW (RTD) Caroline Clark S79711 RNZAF 1959 Kua hinga te Mareikura o te whanau Karaka. Te kaha ringawera o Tauteihiihi. Moe mai ra e te whaea. Haere, haere, haere. Passed away peacefully Wednesday 10th June 2020 at Whangarei hospital. Daughter of the late Tohu and Aneta Clark. Sister and Sister in Law of Mae(d), Miriama(d) and Allen(d), Pomare(d) and Betty(d), Tawiti and Maude, Mary, and Andy. Longtime friend of Valerie Hudson(d). Loved Aunty of her many nieces and nephews. Carol will be arriving at Tauteihiihi Marae, Kohukohu on Friday 12th June at 11am. A service will be held on marae, Saturday 13th June at 11am followed by the Nehu at Pakeretu Urupa. All enquiries to please phone the Marae on (09) 405 5519 "Kia tau te rangimarie" Squire Funeral Services Kaikohe / Kawakawa Published in The New Zealand Herald on June 12, 2020
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Post by trees on Jun 12, 2020 16:48:17 GMT 12
LACW June Shirley Domigan P78420 SSUPLR RNZAF 1956 to 1960. On 8 June 2020, peacefully at Auckland Hospital, aged 82. Dearly loved wife of Doug, treasured mother of Grant and Stephen & mother- in-law of Janine and Lina. Cherished Nana to Michael, Kieran, William, Sophie & Lauren. She was the most beautiful, kind and caring soul, who touched everyone who knew her. A Memorial Service to celebrate June's life will be held at a later date. All communications to Grant - email: grant_d@xtra.co.nz" Published in The Northern Advocate on June 12, 2020
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jun 13, 2020 15:55:11 GMT 12
STEWART, Jimmy: J4281813, RAF. Of Johnsonville. On 4 June 2020, at Malvina Major Hospital, Johnsonville. Beloved husband of Betty, all his friends and family in New Zealand, Australia, England and Ireland. Many thanks to the doctors and nurses at Wellington Hospital, Dr Cynthia Ngan Kee, Dr Shane Dunphy, and the Nurses and Carers at Malvina Major Rest Home. A private service has been held. On his soul, Sweet Jesus, have mercy. R.I.P.
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Post by trees on Jun 15, 2020 21:04:46 GMT 12
MENG Geoffrey Gilbert Plumb E71672 Flt Eng RNZAF 13 December 1946 to 10 October 1974. Ex 41 Sqn.
Passed away on 12th June 2020 age 90..Geoffrey will be cremated and his ashes will be interred at Waikumete Cemetery along side other members of his family.
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Post by errolmartyn on Jun 15, 2020 22:05:40 GMT 12
MENG Geoffrey Gilbert Plumb E71672 Flt Eng RNZAF 13 December 1946 to 10 October 1974. Ex 41 Sqn. Passed away on 12th June 2020 age 90..Geoffrey will be cremated and his ashes will be interred at Waikumete Cemetery along side other members of his family. From Colin Hanson’s By Such Deeds – Honours and awards in the Royal New Zealand Air Force, 1923 – 1999: PLUMB, Master Engineer Geoffrey Gilbert, 71672, Air Engineer. Chief of Air Staff Commendation (abbreviated) (1966) - for service as a Flight Engineer with 40 Sqn (DC-6), especially during a VIP Flight with H.E. The Governor-General on a visit to Malaysia.
Errol
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Post by trees on Jun 17, 2020 15:04:26 GMT 12
WG CDR (RTD) James William (Jim) Crook MBE S74996 A & S SEC RNZAF 16 January 1952 to 8 February 1974.
Passed away peacefully on June 11, 2020, at Burwood Hospital, aged 95 years. Beloved husband of the late Natalie, much loved dad of John and Lyn, Janice and Alan Robb, and Carolyn McKubre, loved grandfather of his nine grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the staff of Nurse Maude, Christchurch, and Burwood Hospitals for their loving care and support of Jim and his family. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Jim Crook, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude Association would be appreciated, and may be made at the service. The Funeral Service for Jim will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Tuesday, June 23, at 2.00pm. Private Cremation thereafter.
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Post by errolmartyn on Jun 17, 2020 16:28:09 GMT 12
WG CDR (RTD) James William (Jim) Crook MBE S74996 A & S SEC RNZAF 16 January 1952 to 8 February 1974. Passed away peacefully on June 11, 2020, at Burwood Hospital, aged 95 years. Beloved husband of the late Natalie, much loved dad of John and Lyn, Janice and Alan Robb, and Carolyn McKubre, loved grandfather of his nine grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the staff of Nurse Maude, Christchurch, and Burwood Hospitals for their loving care and support of Jim and his family. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Jim Crook, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude Association would be appreciated, and may be made at the service. The Funeral Service for Jim will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Tuesday, June 23, at 2.00pm. Private Cremation thereafter. From Colin Hanson’s By Such Deeds – Honours and awards in the Royal New Zealand Air Force, 1923 – 1999 : CROOK, Wing Commander James William, MBE. NZ452029 & S74996; Born Hastings, 29 May 1925; RNZAF 6 Jun 1945 to 12 Sep 1945 & 16 Jan 1952 to 15 Jan 1974, Res. 16 Jan 1974 to 29 May 1980; Secretarial. Citation Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (QB1970): Not available. Awarded “in recognition of professional competency and outstanding and devoted service.” Errol
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Post by trees on Jun 18, 2020 16:57:07 GMT 12
LAC (RTD) Tony Mark Seaton Y990954 SFRMN RNZAF 2 October 1990 to 18 December 1995 20th October, 1972-13th June, 2020. Passed away suddenly at home, Kippa-Ring QLD Australia. Devoted Husband of Kate. Loving Dad of Maddy and Zach. Beloved only Son of Glenys and Wayne. Cherished Step Son of Murray and Eileen. Respected and loved Friend to many. He was our hero, the brightest star in the sky. We will love you, forever. We are only able to have 100 people attend his service. You’ll be notified if able to attend otherwise there is a link to watch. Tony’s farewell will be 11am Saturday 20th 2020. Livestreaming link to be provided when available.
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Post by trees on Jun 20, 2020 11:33:36 GMT 12
W/O (RTD) John Young Hannay R78307 EFIT RNZAF 19 January 1956 to 3 September 1990. On June 16, 2020, at Springlands Lifestyle Village. Beloved husband and best friend of Helen. Dearly loved father and stepfather of Carolyn and Utuku, Diane and Kerry, the late Malcolm, Anita and Michael, Nigel and Bianca, Sharon and Peter, and a loving Grandad John and Grandpa Pogi. A treasured brother, brother-in-law and uncle to his family. Messages to 8A Purkiss Street, Blenheim 7201 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz Special thanks to the very caring team at Springlands Lifestyle Village. A celebration of John's life will be held at the Springlands Chapel, 15 Boyce Street, on Monday, June 22, at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation.
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Post by trees on Jun 20, 2020 11:37:25 GMT 12
Warrant Officer (RTD) Brian Wakelam RNZAF 1957-1981 (Whenuapai, Ohakea, Woodbourne). Passed away peacefully in Melbourne, Australia on 15 June 2020, age 80. Much loved husband of Liz, father to Paul (Sid) and Fiona. Loved by his 6 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.
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Post by errolmartyn on Jun 20, 2020 13:18:25 GMT 12
Warrant Officer (RTD) Brian Wakelam RNZAF 1957-1981 (Whenuapai, Ohakea, Woodbourne). Passed away peacefully in Melbourne, Australia on 15 June 2020, age 80. Much loved husband of Liz, father to Paul (Sid) and Fiona. Loved by his 6 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. From Colin Hanson’s By Such Deeds – Honours and awards in the Royal New Zealand Air Force, 1923 – 1999 : WAKELAM, Warrant Officer Brian Alfred, BEM. J79220; Born Enfield, Middlesex, England, 12 May 1940; RNZAF 7 Jan 1958 to 28 Nov 1981; Avionics Technician. Citation British Empire Medal (QB1973): Not available. On joining the RNZAF W/O Wakelam trained as a Communications Fitter (later Avionics Technician), and served at RNZAF Auckland, Ohakea and Woodbourne. In 1969 he attended Skyhawk servicing training courses in the US and participated in the Skyhawk Servicing Support Party. His professionalism, dedication to duty and loyalty to the RNZAF, especially as a F/S while engaged on the servicing of Skyhawks at Ohakea, was recognised by this award. Errol
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jun 20, 2020 16:09:08 GMT 12
Sad. I believe Brian was a forum member. My condolences to his son, ex-S&S legend, Sid, and the rest of his family.
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Post by trees on Jun 21, 2020 11:31:10 GMT 12
CPL (RTD) James (Jim) George M77889 SDRVR RNZAF 19 April 1957 to 2 May 1975. Peacefully at Taranaki Base Hospital on Thursday 18 June 2020. Aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of Beth for 36 years. Much loved by all his whanau. Jim will be at home from Saturday afternoon until his service which will be held at the New Plymouth Methodist Centre, Liardet Street, New Plymouth, on Sunday 20 June 2020 at 12 noon. Followed by a burial on Monday 21 June 2020 at Te Kuiti Urupa, Awakino Rd, Te Kuiti, at 1.00pm.
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Post by camtech on Jun 21, 2020 16:02:13 GMT 12
From Gordon Ragg (5 Sqdn Assn) - Today’s sad news is the death of our friend and Flight Engineer colleague Tom Moody at 7p.m. last night 19 June 2020. The following is an extract from a booklet produced for the 1953 R.N.Z.A.F. #6 Boy Entrant School Course (the 2nd one through Woodbourne, January 1953) 50th Anniversary Reunion in January 2003. Moody . Thomas Hilton. 76822. Trade: Engines Tom completed 21 years’ service in the Air Force. After 2 years at Woodbourne where he completed Boy Entrant School and an Engine Mechanics course Tom went to Whenuapai for a few months & then on to Lauthala Bay for 2 years. He returned to Woodbourne in 1958 for a Fitters course. He then proceeded to Ohakea where he was promoted to Corporal. In 1961 he attended an Aircrew course and emerged as a Sergeant Flight Engineer and was posted to N°5 Flying Boat Squadron, Hobsonville. 1963-64 saw him operating on Sunderlands from Lauthala Bay. Tom married in 1965 and 1966 saw him on a Lockheed P-3 Orion course at USN Moffett Field, California, with fellow ex Boy Entrant, Graham Corkill. Tom & Graham participated in the delivery flight of the Orions. He was promoted to Flight Sergeant in 1967 and was commissioned Flying Officer in 1969. In 1972 he was posted to a ground job as an Instructor at Pilot Training School at Wigram, & promoted to Flight Lieutenant. Retired in 1974 and spent 5 months in civvy street as a licensed Motor Mechanic. Later that same year Tom was hired as a Flight Engineer by Air New Zealand and flew on DC-8’s until 1981 when he converted onto DC-10’s. In 1987 he moved onto Boeing 747’s where he remained until retirement in 1990. Tom has two sons and one daughter. One son is an Air New Zealand Boeing 747-400 pilot and the other a Boeing 737-300 pilot. Tom’s one regret of 1953 was missing the end of year camp at Rainbow Valley due to double pneumonia. Regards Gary Sommerville.
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Post by trees on Jun 23, 2020 0:09:26 GMT 12
FLT LT (RTD) Mart R (Scotty) Scott X90825 GD Pilot RNZAF 3 December 1985 to 9 December 1988. Scotty passsed on 20 June 2020 at Wangi Wangi NSW after a battle with cancer. He was Ex RAN, RAAF and served with the RNZAF on 14 and 75 SQNs. Further details TBA when known.
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Post by trees on Jun 24, 2020 11:27:17 GMT 12
FLT LT (RTD) Thomas Hilton (Tom) Moody C76822 ENG RNZAF 3 February 1953 to 2 February 1974. Passed away peacefully on Friday 19 June 2020 aged 84. Much loved father of Grant, Lindsay and Michelle and loved poppa of Eden, Catherine, Jack, Olivia and Ruby. A service will be held for Tom at Romaleigh, 31 Ocean View Road, Northcote, on Thursday 25 June 2020 at 1330 hours.
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