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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 8, 2011 0:23:53 GMT 12
DAWSON, Thomas Charles (Tom). (441368 L.A.C. RNZAF) Passed away on 24 March 2011 after his battle with cancer. Aged 85 years. Much loved husband of Erlyne (Lan) for 60 years. Treasured father of Paul and Mark Dawson, Lynda and Graeme Cuming. Loved Tommy (Grandad) of Dean and Brett Cuming, Paula and Lester Udy. Great Tommy of Reagan, Austin and Wyatt Udy. Will be sadly missed by us all. A service to celebrate Tom's life will be held at Pukeoware Hall, Baldhill Road, on Monday, 28 March at 1.00pm followed by private cremation. Communications to P O Box 292, Waiuku 2123. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Franklin Hospice Charitable Trust, P O Box 118, Pukekohe or may be left in the foyer of the hall.
KEALS, Selwyn William. Service No. 443866 R.N.Z.A.F 40 Squadron WW2. On April 3, 2011 peacefully at Pakuranga formerly of Papatoetoe aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of Joan, much loved dad of Deborah and Andre Jenkins, Anthony and Lorraine. Special poppa to Nicola, Christopher, Sam, Tara, Lucy and the late Blake. May he rest in peace. A service will be held in the Chapel of Manukau Memorial Gardens, Puhinui Road Papatoetoe tomorrow Wednesday at 12.30pm. In lieu of flowers a memorial donation to Waldenstrom Research may be left at the Chapel.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 10, 2011 2:40:15 GMT 12
DUNN, Trevor David Wallace. (Retired Warrant Officer RNZAF and a Brother of the Masonic Lodge, Kumeu). On 31 March 2011 peacefully at the North Shore Hospital. Aged 82 years. Beloved husband and soul mate of the late Paula Dunn, his wife of 60 years. Cherished father of David, Glynis, Peter, Helen and Jackie and father in law of Greg, Steve and Maureen. Treasured grandpa and great grandpa of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. In accordance with Trevor's wishes a private family service has been held. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Ward 3 and Coronary Care Unit at the North Shore Hospital. All communications to PO Box 305, Whangaparaoa.
HOLDEN, Graham Isaac. (Ex RNZAF). In his 79th year, Graham passed away peacefully at North Shore Hospital. Treasured husband of Leila, loved father of Sharon, David, Graham, Shirley, step-dad of Linda and their partners. Graham was a proud "Poppa" of his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Lifelong friend of Win. Leila would like to sincerely thank Dr Jenner and all the staff of Ward 15 for their amazing care of Graham. We are also thinking of the "gang" in Room 2. A service for Graham will be held at the chapel of Forrest Funeral Services, 8 Glen Road, Browns Bay on Monday, 11 April at 1pm. In lieu of flowers donations to the Stroke Foundation, PO Box 31237, Milford would be gratefully appreciated. All communications to 8 Glen Road, Browns Bay. FDANZ
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Post by shorty on Apr 11, 2011 11:52:53 GMT 12
More on ex W/O Dunn (Trade unknown)
W /O (RTD) Trevor David Wallace DUNN B79351 RNZAF 6 Oct 58 to 29 May 83. Beloved husband of the late Paula Dunn . A private service has been held . Any messages to PO Box 305 Whangaparaoa
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 14, 2011 21:25:36 GMT 12
GROOM, Lindsay Arthur. WWII RNZAF Service number NZ43528; Rank AC1, passed away peacefully on 11 April 2011 at Matamata Country Lodge. Loved husband of Betty of 58 years. Loving father and father-in-law of Jan, Robyn and Graham, Sally and Rod and Sarah. Loved Pop of 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. A service for Lindsay will be held at Hamilton Park Cemetery Chapel, Morrinsville Road, Newstead, Hamilton, on Friday, 15 April 2011 at 11:00am followed by burial in the Totara Services Lawn. In lieu of flowers donations preferred to the Matamata Country Lodge and to be left at the service. All communications to the Groom family PO Box 5523 Frankton, Hamilton, 3242. Seddon Park Funeral Home
Published in The New Zealand Herald on April 13, 2011
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Post by flyjoe180 on Apr 15, 2011 10:18:03 GMT 12
From this site: rnzncomms.org/jack-passings-march/Richard Francis BALL NA2 (Service No. NZ7049, Pilot Officer, Fleet Air Arm, RNZN, WWII). Peacefully at Auckland Hospital, on 27 March 2011; Raymond’s 89th birthday. Dearly loved husband of the late Frances, and father of Chris, John, Andy, and Tina. Grandfather of Douglas, Jenny, Sam, Angela, Joanne, Melissa, Benjamin, Tyron, Antonia, Sunflower, Lani, Rosey, and great-grandfather of Corey, Codi, Ayla, Poppy, Phoenix, Elijah, Isabella, Willow, Tallulah, Laura, Emily, Tesalilly, Julia, Bonnie, India, James, Zyah, Ava, Jonnie, and Arabella. A Service to celebrate Raymond’s life will be held at St Patrick’s Catholic Church, Waihi Road, Whangamata, on Thursday 31 March, at 11am, followed by interment at the Whangamata Cemetery. Richard served in TAMAKI, PHILOMEL and ST VINCENT. He joined May 1943 and retired in July 1945. |
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Post by flyjoe180 on Apr 15, 2011 10:18:24 GMT 12
Robert John CARNIE D18817 RNZN. Passed away peacefully at the Foothills Medical Centre, Alberta, Canada on March 3, 2011, after a long battle with cancer. Much loved husband of Ursula, dearly loved only son of Ian and the late Joyce Carnie, brother of Lynnlea (John) and Uncle of Nicole and Craig. Robert left St Andrews College, Christchurch to train as a helicopter pilot in the British Fleet Air Arm, RN. Before transferring to HMNZS WAIKATO as New Zealand’s first Naval Helicopter pilot. On immigrating to Canada he flew with Bow Helicopters before becoming an Aviation Air Safety Consultant where his outstanding contributions toward improving aviation safety was awarded by both Canadian and United States Governments. He also served with the United Nations in both Kosovo and Siberia. He will live in our hearts forever. A private cremation will be held. Messages to I.A. Carnie c/- Arbor House, 48 Main St, Greytown 5712, New Zealand. Robert joined the RNZN in Aug 1966 and left in mid 1968.
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Post by flyjoe180 on Apr 15, 2011 10:35:56 GMT 12
 1967: A Royal New Zealand Navy Welstland Wasp HAS.1 from the Leander-class frigate HMNZS Waikato (F55) at Naval Air Station North Island, California (USA). Next to the helicopter is the first Wasp RNZN pilot Lt. Robert H. Carnie, and Sgt. C.E. Glazebrook, who, like the maintenance personell was a member of the RNZ Air Force. U.S. Navy Naval Aviation News July 1967, p. 37commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Westland_Wasp_RNZ_Navy_at_NAS_North_Island_1967.jpg |
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Post by Dave Homewood on May 5, 2011 13:12:05 GMT 12
Some recent RNZAF deaths:
WEAVER, Edmund Ross. RNZAF WW2. Suddenly at his home on 22 April, aged 85 years. Beloved father of Robyn James (Waipawa), Greg and Liz (Whangarei), Ian and Margaret (ChCh), Peter and Rachael (Auckland). Loved Pappy of Isaac, Kourtney and Katerina, Stacey, Melissa, Sarah, Sebastian, Nathaniel, Arabella and Great Pappy of Soloman, Amelia and Andrew. Long time Partner of Melba Wright. Pappy will be at home, Western Hills Drive from Sunday for details ph 0274-355-178. A service for Ross will be held on Wednesday 27 April at 1.00pm in the chapel at Newberrys Funeral Home, Apirana Ave, Regent, Whangarei, followed by a private cremation. All communications to The Weaver Family c/- PO Box 5116 Whangarei.
PRIOR, Frank Henry Albert. Reg No: 436719, Flying Officer, RNZAF WWII, of Feilding. Passed away peacefully on April 24, 2011 at Woodfall Rest Home, Feilding; Aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Marjorie, and the late Doris, loved father and father- in-law of Dianne and Peter Anderson (Feilding), Tony and Lynley (Tauranga), Kay and Klaus Wiegeh (Melbourne), Russell and Cathie (Halcombe), and Donna and Tim (Gold Coast), loved Grandel of Neil and Julie; Andrea, Mathew, and Jason; Bridget, Jamie, and Hannah; and Kurt, great- Grandel of Hayley, and Ben: Sam and Cody; and Shawna and Jessica. A celebration of Frank's life will be held at St John the Evangelist Anglican Church, Camden Street, Feilding on Thursday April 28, 2011 at 1pm. In lieu of flowers donations to Arohanui Hospice, PO Box 5349, Palmerston North 4441 would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Special thanks to the caring ladies at Woodfall Rest Home who cared for Frank, and our many thanks to Hospice. William Cotton & Sons Ltd (Shane Cotton) FDANZ ph 06-323-7062 Feilding.
PERT, Harris Hector. RNZAF, Service No. 401933, L.A.C. WWII. Peacefully at Trevellyn Hospital, Hamilton on Tuesday 27 April 2011; aged 91 years. Loved husband of the late Eileen and Doreen Pert. Loved father and father-in- law of Patrick, Kevin and Janice, John and Wendy, Joy and Wayne and the late Michael. Beloved Gramps to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. A service for Hec will be held at the White Rose Chapel, 75 Cook Street, Hamilton, on Saturday 30 April at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation. All communications to the 'Pert Family' c/- Pellows Funeral Directors and Advisors, 138 Grey Street, Hamilton 3216. FDANZ.
HART, John Sydney. Service No 551887, RNZAF - Passed away peacefully at Whare Aroha, Rotorua after a short illness on April 22, 2011. Aged 77 years. Finally now at peace. Loved father and father in law of Stephanie and Graham, David and Karyn, Sharon and Shai. Loved Grandad Hart of Ben, Jessica, Rebecca, Rachael, Craig and Madison, and Great Grandad of Wyatt and Luke. The family wish to express their heartfelt thanks to staff at Whare Aroha for the wonderful care and support they gave John during his time there. John's funeral service will be held in Osborne's Funeral Home Chapel, 197 Old Taupo Road , Rotorua on Wednesday, April 27 at 2:00 pm. Communications to The Hart Family, PO Box 13348, Tauranga.
BROOKER, Ronald Victor (Ron). Reg No: 417193 RNZAF 15th Fighter Sqn, Guadal Canal and 31st S.U. Bouganville W W II. On 28 April, 2011 peacefully at Auckland City Hospital; Aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of Eva for 64 years. Loved father and father-in- law of Philip and Evelyn, David and Debbie, and Carole Stanley. Loved poppa of Jarrod, Blair, Sam, Danny, Ryan, Wade, Todd, Shian, and Joel and great-poppa to Corey, Brandon, Jimmy, Amity, and Jazz plus another expected arrival in September. Ron will be going home for his farewell service to be held at Christ Church, Russell, Bay of Islands on Saturday 30 April at 1pm. Ron will be laid to rest at the RSA Cemetery, Long Beach.
BRIZZELL, Ronald Edward (Buzz). (Service No. 425131 RNZAF WWII.) On April 23, 2011 peacefully at Auckland Hospital in his 89th year. Loved and devoted husband of the late Joan. Loved and cherished father and father-in-law of Brian and Nong (Thailand), Carol and Ken Foord (Sydney), and Heather and John Rogers (Auckland). Adored and fun granddad of Joanne and Jason, Kylie and Jason, Angela and Ben, Sara, Stephen, Michael and Natalie, and loved great-granddad of Jessica, Lily and Zoe. You will be forever missed. Rest in peace, strong man. According to Ron's wishes, a private service has been held. Our heartfelt thanks are extended to the friends and the staff at Pinesong Retirement Village, Lexham Gardens Rest Home, and Ward 66 for their nurturing of Ron. All communications to Heather, c/- PO Box 44390, Point Chevalier, Auckland.
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Post by kb on May 5, 2011 19:58:32 GMT 12
My ex worked with Ron Brizzell for about 12 years.Unfortunately he was a typical veteran who didn't talk much. However, I understand that he was a radio operator with 100 ECM Group flying Halifaxes. I think with 462 Squadron!
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Post by Andy Wright on May 6, 2011 10:32:28 GMT 12
My ex worked with Ron Brizzell for about 12 years.Unfortunately he was a typical veteran who didn't talk much. However, I understand that he was a radio operator with 100 ECM Group flying Halifaxes. I think with 462 Squadron! I can check To See The Dawn Again if you like, kb, for mention of RB. |
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Post by shorty on May 6, 2011 11:41:01 GMT 12
UPDATE
It is with sadness that I inform you that M/HCM (RTD) Charles Winstone SOUTH H84509 RNZAF 21 Jan 1970 to 20 Jan 1990, passed away at Oxford, UK on 7th May, 2011 - aged 58.
Charlie’s body will be returned to New Zealand and farewelled in a funeral service to be held Friday 20 May, commencing at 1330 hours. The service will be conducted in the Sunderland Lounge, which is located on Hudson Bay Road, Hobsonville Point, Auckland - A private family cremation service will follow.
Messages of condolence can be emailed to Charlie’s partner, Beth at beth.sharp@bethandcharlie.com or sent to Charlie’s son Wayne at waynesouth@hotmail.com or posted to 27B Sutton Crescent, Papakura, 2110.
A Memorial service is to be held in Blenheim on Friday 20 May at 1330 hours at the Marlborough RSA in the Clubs of Marlborough for those unable to travel to Auckland.
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Post by kb on May 6, 2011 12:22:43 GMT 12
I can check To See The Dawn Again if you like, kb, for mention of RB. Thanks. It would be appreciated. |
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Post by Dave Homewood on May 7, 2011 13:12:06 GMT 12
DAVIS, Lewes Herivel. Reg No 421496 RNZAF WWII. On 5 May 2011, peacefully at home in Taupo with his family. Dearly loved husband of Margaret. Much loved father of Goldie, Lewese, Phillipa, and Clarke. Sadly missed by his grandchildren and great- grandchildren. In his 88th year. At Lewes's request, a private service will be held followed by cremation. All communications please to 8 Muritai Street, Taupo. Taupo Funeral Services Ltd, FDANZ
Published in The New Zealand Herald on May 7, 2011
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Post by kiwithrottlejockey on May 9, 2011 20:55:00 GMT 12
posted at 10:19am Monday 09 May, 2011GARD’NER, John Rushton (Group Captain retired RAF 41841)
On 06 May 2011, peacefully in Tauranga, aged 92 years. Dearly loved husband of Suzanne and the late Ghita and Martha. Loved father of Carolyn (Belgium), Charles (USA) and Richard (Tuakau). Loved father-in-law to Ros and the late Barry, and stepfather to Cindi Fielding (Australia). Much loved grandpa to his ten grandchildren and three great grandchildren. A funeral service for John will be held at St John’s Anglican Church, 94 Bureta Rd, Otumoetai, Tauranga, on Wednesday 11 May at 1.00pm, followed private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations preferred posted to Alzheimers Society, P.O. Box 15553, Tauranga. Communication to the Gard’ner Family c/o PO Box 8139 Tauranga.— LEGACY funerals www.sunlive.co.nz/news/12927-gardner-john-rushton.html
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Post by Dave Homewood on May 11, 2011 21:59:19 GMT 12
EVANS, John Victor (Jack). (Service No:425028, P.O., RNZAF, WW2) On May 7 2011 at Cedar Manor Tauranga, aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Vera for 66 years. Much loved and respected father of John and Irina (Latvia); Lynda Burke (Tauranga); Carolesue and Michael Hardman (Palmerston North); Margot Syder (Wanganui). Loved grandad of Michelle, Paul, Clifford, Rachael, Matthew (deceased), Richard, Fleur, Simon, Jared, Reuben, Jay, Lara, and Nicholas. Great Grandpa Jack of Daniel, Jack, Savannah, Paige, Danielle, Annelyse, Finn, Gabriel, Angus, Luella, and William. A service to celebrate Jack's life will be held at All Saints Anglican Church Te Hono Street Maungatapu, Tauranga (tomorrow) Tuesday 10th May at 2p.m., thereafter burial at the Pyes Pa RSA Cemetery. Communications to: The Evans Family C/- P.O.Box 650 Tauranga 3140.
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Post by Deleted on May 12, 2011 18:15:21 GMT 12
It is with sadness that NZ Warbirds note the untimely passing of our General Manager, Peter Houghton.
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Post by shorty on May 16, 2011 10:01:12 GMT 12
I have just updated the details regarding Charlie South (post # 70)
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Post by betsy46 on May 16, 2011 18:53:44 GMT 12
NZ Warbirds members, CAA, Air NZ crew, and other aviation related folks gathered today to support and celebrate with NZ Warbirds General Manager Peter Houghtons family....his Life as an Aviator, sailor, Husband, Dad and Grandad.
A fabulous Funeral, A stunning 5- ship fly past of Harvards in trying, gusty conditions after he was carried from the chapel...and a great Wake - in the True Irish Spirit at NZ Warbird HQ.
He was proud to be associated with the folks at Warbirds...and we feel the same about him.
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Post by camtech on May 16, 2011 22:28:47 GMT 12
Just picked up on this thread - yes shorty, I remember Johnny Miller. Also worked with both Les Grimes and George Sudlow, both Insty's of the highest order. Les went to the States when we bought the Orions and was highly regarded.
He was the only guy who could do the 12 minute run test the morning after a heavy night, having a fag beforehand, running over 7 laps and finish with a fag.
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Post by shorty on May 18, 2011 9:08:12 GMT 12
FLT LT (RTD) Norman (Bart) Henry Bartholomew A76682 Admin & Supply General Service Training (A & S GST) MBE, BEM, QSM RNZAF 4 January 1954 to 3 June 1984. Bart was involved in the NZ Cadet Forces in the Central Area from 8 January 1973 and ended up as Training Officer at Ohakea.
Bart passed away Sunday 15 May aged 84 in Bulls. Messages to 159 High St , Bulls. A funeral is at; Petane Marae, Bayview, Hawkes Bay Wednesday 18th May 1100.
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