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Post by trees on Apr 2, 2022 7:50:18 GMT 12
CPL (RTD) David Ian Runciman L80441 SSUPLR RNZAF 10 January 1961 to 3 February 1969 41 Squadron Passed away peacefully at North Shore Hospital on Wednesday 30 March 2022. Dearly loved husband of the late Teresita (Tess). Loved brother of Walter and Judith, Christina and Tony and their families. Greatly loved Dad to many children in the Philippines and Korea. Special thanks to the doctors, nurses and ward staff of both Waitakere and North Shore Hospitals and the Oncology Department at Auckland Hospital for the great care of, and kindness to, our brother David. A celebration of David's life will be held at a later date. At peace with his beloved Tess.
Published by The New Zealand Herald on Apr. 2, 2022
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Post by errolmartyn on Apr 2, 2022 10:53:45 GMT 12
William John Backhouse 4213022 RNZAF No 10 Servicing Unit (SU) Pacific WW2. On Tuesday, 29th March 2022, aged 100 years. Much loved husband of the late Emma, dearly loved Dad of Ron, Helen and Gillian, father-in-law of the late Jo, Walter and the late Graeme, loved Granddad of Claire, Alex, Franziska and Monika, and loved Great-Granddad of Melinda, Sean William and Gabriel. Bill will be sadly missed by all who loved him. A private service will be held at Purewa. Published by The New Zealand Herald on Apr. 2, 2022 Enlisted as NZ4213022 on 27 Oct 42. Re-enlisted as 48421 on 18 Aug 48. Renumbered as 72463 in Jan 1949. Errol
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Post by trees on Apr 3, 2022 7:16:32 GMT 12
F/S (RTD) Peter M Giles X75231 Radio Fitter RNZAF 25 January 1950 to 22 March 1974 on 30 March 2022 in Auckland. Further info TBA.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 3, 2022 10:11:22 GMT 12
BUDD, Gordon Francis (JP). Returned - Fleet Air Arm WWII, peacefully, in Morrinsville, on 27 March 2022, aged 98 years. Dearly loved husband of the late June. Special father and father-in- law of Judith Tillemans, Christine and Michael Williamson, Howard and Melanie. Awesome Grandad of 8 and Great Grandad of 17. A special thanks to the staff at Rhoda Read and Kingswood Rest Home for their care and attention. Will be greatly missed. A service for Gordon will be held at St Matthew's Anglican Church, Thames Street, Morrinsville, on Saturday, 2 April 2022 at 1.30pm. This service will require a vaccine pass. In lieu of flowers donations to the Morrinsville RSA would be appreciated. All communications to the Budd family C/- PO Box 5523, Frankton, Hamilton, 3242.
I had the pleasure to meet Gordon back in about 2010. Great chap. he flew photo reconnaissance Seafires with the Fleet Air Arm right at the end of the war.
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Post by merrillahanson on Apr 8, 2022 16:14:12 GMT 12
I wish I'd known about Clifton Eade, I would have tried to interview him. I'm his grandson. He went by Cliff, and his memorial was today. I interviewed him 20 years ago and video taped it. I could get you in contact with the family if you'd like.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 8, 2022 19:59:48 GMT 12
NZ Warbirds put out a notice today about the death of their member Les Doar.
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Post by trees on Apr 10, 2022 7:37:45 GMT 12
AC1 (RTD) John Leonard Leary NZC4310897 RNZAF 1943 to 24 December 1945. Passed away peacefully at the Levin Home for War Veterans on Wednesday 30th March 2022, aged 97 years. Dearly beloved husband of Pauline and the late Valerie. Loving father of Jill, Susan and Michael. Grandfather of his five grandchildren and great grandfather of his 10 great grandchildren. Many thanks to the management and staff of the Levin Home for War Veterans for their care of John whilst he was a resident at the home. A service for John will be held at Harvey's Chapel, 284 Oxford Street, Levin, on Tuesday 12 April at 2.00pm. Messages c/- 26/91 Mako Mako Road, Levin 5510. Published by The New Zealand Herald on Apr. 9, 2022.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 11, 2022 20:08:06 GMT 12
From NZ Warbirds:
For those wishing to attend, Les Doar’s funeral will be held at: Wednesday 13 April 2022 Newberrys Funeral Home 2 Moody Ave Whangarei Service Starts at 10:30am
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 11, 2022 20:18:47 GMT 12
CRAWFORD, John McLeish (Jack): (RAF 4310039) On Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at Ngaio Marsh Village, aged 96 years. Loved husband of the late Monica, loved father and father-in-law of Kathleen and George, Jillian and Mark, adored granddad of Cody, Ben, Jay, and Josh. A special thanks to Dr Stephen Pitman, the staff at Nurse Maude and at Ngaio Marsh for their wonderful care of Jack. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Jack Crawford, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch. A Celebration of Jack's life will be held at our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, on Wednesday, April 13, at 2.30pm.
Is that RAF or an RNZAF service number?
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Post by errolmartyn on Apr 11, 2022 21:22:20 GMT 12
CRAWFORD, John McLeish (Jack): (RAF 4310039) On Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at Ngaio Marsh Village, aged 96 years. Loved husband of the late Monica, loved father and father-in-law of Kathleen and George, Jillian and Mark, adored granddad of Cody, Ben, Jay, and Josh. A special thanks to Dr Stephen Pitman, the staff at Nurse Maude and at Ngaio Marsh for their wonderful care of Jack. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Jack Crawford, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch. A Celebration of Jack's life will be held at our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, on Wednesday, April 13, at 2.30pm. Is that RAF or an RNZAF service number? Yes, he be one of 'ours', i.e RNZAF. Errol
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Post by trees on Apr 13, 2022 7:36:56 GMT 12
SGT (RTD) Neil Arthur Murray C86689 SSUPLR RNZAF 17 April 1974 to 16 April 1994 From John Hickman. It is with great sadness I pass-on this message from Faith Murray the longtime wife & partner of Neil , MURRAY, Neil Arthur: 21.11.1956 – 9.4.2022 Passed peacefully at home after a long illness. Loving family man, keen sportsman, RNZAF 1974 – 1994. Messages to C/- PO Box 9, Blenheim 7240 or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz At Neil's request no service will be held prior to a private cremation. Neil was a fanatical footballer played for the bases he served on including TeRapa Woodbourne & others, he played for the RNZAF & Combined Services on a number of occasions ( but not as often, as his skills and ability in the game, would allow ) over the past few years Neil has been battling with health issues that he has finally been freed from, so to me’ol’mate, RIP Nelly, your contribution to the football teams that we presented were better off for your dedication commitment and extremely hard work….. Kia Kaha & condolences to the greater Murray Whanau……
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Post by trees on Apr 13, 2022 9:07:24 GMT 12
LAC (RTD) Victor Woodhead L76830 MT FIT RNZAF 28 February 1953 TO 11 March 1965.
Passed away peacefully in his 87th year. Loved husband of Joan, Muriel, and the late Dianne. Sadly missed by his sons Kevin and Tammy, Steven and Brenda, David and Helen, Andy and Wendee, and Stuart. Treasured Granddad of Blake and Alicia, Jeremy, Taylor, Mitchell, and Great- grandfather to William. "We will miss his cheeky smile and laughter." A Funeral Service will be held at the Manukau Memorial Gardens Chapel, Puhinui Road on Tuesday 19 April at 1pm. All communications C/- P.O. Box 582, Drury 2247. Funerals throughout New Zealand
Published by The New Zealand Herald on Apr. 13, 2022.
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Post by trees on Apr 16, 2022 10:05:20 GMT 12
Kenneth William (Ken) Beaumont U71571 RNZAF Circa 1947 to 1967 ? On 11th April aged 94. Loved Father of Faye, Sheryl, Marilyn, Susan, Kevin, Sharon and Wayne. Grandfather to 14 grandchildren. Great Grandfather to 17.5 Great grandchildren. You are a Legend. Rest In Peace. A service for Ken will be held at Manukau Memorial Gardens Chapel on Tuesday 19th April at 11am.
Published by The New Zealand Herald on Apr. 16, 2022.
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Post by trees on Apr 18, 2022 8:21:11 GMT 12
SGT (RTD) Phillip Robert Morton Woods A92782 POL(A) RNZAF 7 July 1987 to 26 July 1998 and NZ Police Senior Constable AJ99. On April 16, 2022, passed away peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, with his loved ones by his side, two days short of his 54th birthday A Service to Celebrate Phillip's life will be held in our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Friday, April 22, at 2.30pm, thereafter private cremation.
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Post by trees on Apr 19, 2022 15:12:47 GMT 12
LAC Terry E “Congo” Mickleson Q78398 E FIT RNZAF 19 January 1956 to 18 January 1964 Passed away in Brisbane Hospital 13 April 2022. Terry funeral service will be on Thursday 21st April at 2pm at the Mount Gravatt Crematorium Brisbane. 0
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 20, 2022 9:52:23 GMT 12
ILLINGSWORTH, Keith Ronald: Reg No. 4313115 LAC NZA/RNZAF Pilot. Passed away peacefully in Bev's arms at St Kilda Care Home on Friday, 15th April 2022. Aged 97 years. Dearly loved and loving husband to Bev for 74 happy years. Loving father and father-in-law of Jan, Kay & Terry, John & Sally. Adored Grandad to 9 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the staff of St Kilda Care Home for the love and care shown to Keith over the last couple of years. A celebration of Keith's life will be held at Woodside Estate, 130 Woodside Road, Tamahere, on Saturday, 23rd April 2022 at 11.00am. All communications to The Illingsworth Family, c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge 3434.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 20, 2022 9:56:25 GMT 12
Keith Illingsworth was a really nice guy, and one of the very few remaining WWII pilots living here in Cambridge. In fact he was probably the last WWII pilot, if I'd have to think about it. He only got as far as training on the Tiger Moth before the war ended.
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Post by trees on Apr 23, 2022 9:36:06 GMT 12
Valrie Merle Mills (nee Jackson) N80581 RNZAF Circa 1960. Born in Thames 14 September 1942. Val passed away peacefully at her home in Red Beach after a short illness on Tuesday 19 April 2022, surrounded by love. Beloved wife and best friend of Len for 58 years. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Tracey and John, Warren (deceased) Keryn and Richard. An adored little Grandma of Sam and Milly, Skye, Freya and Asa. In accordance with Val's wishes a private cremation has taken place. A memorial service to celebrate Val's life will be held at Red Beach Surf Club, 10 Ngapara Street, Red Beach, Tuesday 26 April at 3:00pm. She may be gone, but her sparkle will remain forever. A video link can be made available, please contact family for this. All communications to email: nznative01@gmail.com Val will be sadly missed by all. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Harbour Hospice "in honour of Val Mills" would be very much appreciated via https:/ /harbourhospice.org.nz/ donate-to-hibiscus-hospice To know her was to love her. Published by The New Zealand Herald on Apr. 23, 2022.
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Post by trees on Apr 24, 2022 14:29:19 GMT 12
SQN LDR (RTD) Graham Lyndon "Puddles" Lake L84203 ENGR NZCE RNZAF 22 January 1969 to 10 June 1996. 28 April 1951 to 23 April 2022. A Funeral service will be hedld at Dils Funeral Home, Snapper Rock, Albany, Auckland at 1430 hours on Friday 29th April 2022.
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Post by trees on Apr 27, 2022 20:37:03 GMT 12
SGT (RTD) James (Jim) Trevor Laws P82583 Avionics Tech passed away yesterday 26 April 2022. Jim was then civie until 28 April 2013. His funeral service will be held on Saturday 30 2022 at 11am. Gateways Christian Fellowship church, 174 Church street, Palmerston North
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