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Post by Dave Homewood on Jul 6, 2017 13:28:41 GMT 12
BOYD, Errol Lyall (Lyall). RNZAF: 343732 Born 16 June 1937. Passed away on 26 June 2017; aged 80 years. Dearly loved husband of Elizabeth. Dearly loved father of Heather, Paul, Linda, Danielle, and Robert. Dearly loved step-father of Michael, Rachael, Jason and Elizabeth. Dearly loved grandfather, and great-grandfather to many. Dearly loved brother of Mike, and Uncle to Matt, Brad, and Kane. Son of the late Charlotte (Lola) Parsell. With thanks to Waikato Hospice for their care of Lyall during this time. At the family request, a private cremation has been held. A memorial service will be held at 10:00am on 9 July 2017, at North West Baptist Church, 95 Rotokauri Road, Hamilton.
PACKER, Robert Noel (Noel): Service No. 2/9B/77, AC1, RNZAF WWII, Regtl No. 4211545, Army Service Corps, NZ Army, WWII. Peacefully at Waikato Hospital on 2nd July, 2017; aged 96 years. Much loved husband of the late Phyllis. Dearly loved Dad of Karen and the late Suzanne. Cherished Granddad of Jacqui, Steph, Daniel and Emma, and Great-Granddad of Mia. A Celebration of Noel's (Robert's) life will be held at Twentymans Grahamstown Chapel, 102 Kirkwood Street, Thames, tomorrow (Thursday), 6th July, at 11.00am, followed by private cremation. Messages to 14 Eagle Street, Welcome Bay, Tauranga 3110.PACKER, Robert Noel (Noel): Service No. 2/9B/77, AC1, RNZAF WWII, Regtl No. 4211545, Army Service Corps, NZ Army, WWII. Peacefully at Waikato Hospital on 2nd July, 2017; aged 96 years. Much loved husband of the late Phyllis. Dearly loved Dad of Karen and the late Suzanne. Cherished Granddad of Jacqui, Steph, Daniel and Emma, and Great-Granddad of Mia. A Celebration of Noel's (Robert's) life will be held at Twentymans Grahamstown Chapel, 102 Kirkwood Street, Thames, tomorrow (Thursday), 6th July, at 11.00am, followed by private cremation. Messages to 14 Eagle Street, Welcome Bay, Tauranga 3110.
WORBOYS, Thelma Lorraine (Heather): WWII, RNZAF, WAAF. Of Palmerston North peacefully on Saturday 1st July, 2017. In her 96th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Keith. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Chris and Phillipa; Carol and Graham Irvine. Cherished Nana of Georgia; Laurelie, Sherryn, and Samuel. Messages c/- 110 Millricks Line, RD 2, Palmerston North 4472. In accordance with Thelma's wishes a private Service has been held.WORBOYS, Thelma Lorraine (Heather): WWII, RNZAF, WAAF. Of Palmerston North peacefully on Saturday 1st July, 2017. In her 96th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Keith. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Chris and Phillipa; Carol and Graham Irvine. Cherished Nana of Georgia; Laurelie, Sherryn, and Samuel. Messages c/- 110 Millricks Line, RD 2, Palmerston North 4472. In accordance with Thelma's wishes a private Service has been held.
WIGHTMAN, John Donald. (ZL1AH) (Reg.No 760384 RAF N0 60 Group (Radar) WW2) On 1 July 2017, aged 97 years. Husband of the late Joan, father and father-in-law of Valerie and Neal Butt, Ian and Lyn, and the late Bronwyn, grandfather of Gary and wife Anna (Sweden), Zoe, Louise and Anna, and fiance Richard (Sweden), great grandfather of Lucas and Emelie (Sweden). In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to St John Ambulance, P.O. Box 2387 Tauranga. A service for John, will be held at Woodhill, 167 Grange Rd, Otumoetai Tauranga, on Thursday 6 July at 11am, followed by private cremation. Communication to the Wightman Family c/o P.O Box 3136 Tauranga 3142. ?"To be a teacher is to affect eternity, one never knows where one?'s influence stops?"
AMON, Mavis Ruth: 26.9.1917 - 29.6.2017 WWII WAAF Service 420507 Wigram. A dearly loved Aunt Molly to the family fortunate enough to have known her and to her long time friends, the Hunter and Bishop families. Remembered always by her niece Jocelyn Amon and her son Nick, niece Maureen Dee, her daughter Angela Bell and granddaughter (and Molly's namesake) Georgia Molly and Oscar. she will also be remembered as their dear Aunty Molly by her adoptive family, Stuart and Elizabeth Hunter and their children Rolland, Gregory and Margaret, and Barbara and John Bishop. Special thanks to Chrissie, Elaine and staff at the Rita Angus Retirement Village, Wellington in helping us through this time. A service for Molly was held on Monday 3 July.
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Post by errolmartyn on Jul 6, 2017 15:47:20 GMT 12
WORBOYS, Thelma Lorraine (Heather): WWII, RNZAF, WAAF. Of Palmerston North peacefully on Saturday 1st July, 2017. In her 96th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Keith. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Chris and Phillipa; Carol and Graham Irvine. Cherished Nana of Georgia; Laurelie, Sherryn, and Samuel. Messages c/- 110 Millricks Line, RD 2, Palmerston North 4472. In accordance with Thelma's wishes a private Service has been held.WORBOYS, Thelma Lorraine (Heather): WWII, RNZAF, WAAF. Of Palmerston North peacefully on Saturday 1st July, 2017. In her 96th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Keith. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Chris and Phillipa; Carol and Graham Irvine. Cherished Nana of Georgia; Laurelie, Sherryn, and Samuel. Messages c/- 110 Millricks Line, RD 2, Palmerston North 4472. In accordance with Thelma's wishes a private Service has been held. Enlisted/served as W5087 Miss Thelma Lorraine McBean. Errol |
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Post by errolmartyn on Jul 6, 2017 15:50:29 GMT 12
AMON, Mavis Ruth: 26.9.1917 - 29.6.2017 WWII WAAF Service 420507 Wigram. A dearly loved Aunt Molly to the family fortunate enough to have known her and to her long time friends, the Hunter and Bishop families. Remembered always by her niece Jocelyn Amon and her son Nick, niece Maureen Dee, her daughter Angela Bell and granddaughter (and Molly's namesake) Georgia Molly and Oscar. she will also be remembered as their dear Aunty Molly by her adoptive family, Stuart and Elizabeth Hunter and their children Rolland, Gregory and Margaret, and Barbara and John Bishop. Special thanks to Chrissie, Elaine and staff at the Rita Angus Retirement Village, Wellington in helping us through this time. A service for Molly was held on Monday 3 July. Enlisted/served as W3167 Mis Mavis Ruth Amon. Errol |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jul 9, 2017 12:10:50 GMT 12
WALKER, Roy George: Captain (M.N) R.N.Z.A.F. No: 39035, 9th Heavy Regiment 1/15/2046 Finland M.N Penang Torpedoed 1940 C.A.C. Ammunitions
Born in Australia 31.10.18 Died 06.07.17. Passed away peacefully surrounded by family in his 98th year. Much loved husband of the late Eileen. Loved father of Janice (deceased), Julie and Stuart. Special Grandad of 8 grandchildren and Great-Grandad of 7. Sadly missed by Olive and Zela.Sailing into the sunset. A celebration of Roy's life will be held at St Paul's Church, Ngaruawahia, on Monday 10th July at 11.30am, followed by interment at Ngaruawahia Cemetery. All correspondence to the Walker Family, c/- PO Box 4449, Hamilton 3246.
GOFF, Bruce Charles. RNZAF WWII NZ4214914 Peacefully at Elmwood Hospital, on Wednesday July 5th 2017, aged 96 years. Husband of the late Elaine for 62 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Warren (deceased) and Nina, Linda and Mario, Phil and Mary, and Melanie and Dean. Treasured Grandpa Bruce of Leanne, Ray and Nick, Marcus, Simone, Matt (deceased), Damon and Andy, Kris, Sara and Kieran, Courtney, Tyler and Lauren and special Great-Grandpa of his 13 (soon to be 14) great-grandchildren. "You're one of a kind Grandpa Bruce and you will never be forgotten, we love you." Our heartfelt thanks to the staff at Elmwood for your wonderful care of our Dad. A Service for Bruce will be held in Fountains Memorial Chapel, cnr of Wood and Elliot Sts, Papakura on Tuesday July 11th at 1:30pm. All communication to ywinch@fountainsfunerals. co.nz or 09-298 2957.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jul 12, 2017 10:50:05 GMT 12
My condolences to forum member Wally Hicks on the death of his father Owen. I had the privilege to meet Owen and interview him, a really nice gentleman. He was an electrician with No. 14 Squadron in the Pacific during WWII.
HICKS, Owen Rundle. RNZAF WWII 427777. Peacefully at Ranfurly Home on 7 July 2017, aged 95. Husband of the late Beverley (nee Stevenson). Loved father of Kevin, Wally and Justine (deceased), father-in-law of Dianne. Treasured Granddad to Alexander, Ryan, Jonathan (and wife Stephanie), Daniel and Clementine. Great-grandpa to Isabelle. The best of men. A family service was held on 9 July at Henderson. All communications please to wally_hicks@yahoo.co.nz 0210514294
TATTON, Rex: RNZAF WWII. On July 9, 2017, peacefully at Wairarapa Village, Masterton, aged 95. Dearly loved husband of Lorna for 70 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Robyn and Barry Todd, Brian and Linda, Trish and Chris Hepburn, Libby and Mike Trafford, Jude and Dave Mitchell. Loved Grandad Rex of Greg; Grant, Jo, and Richie; Kate, Willie, Sam, and Toria; Jane, Nicky, and Paul; Sally, Fliss, Matt and his 16 great grandchildren. A service to celebrate Rex's life will be held at Rosewood, 415 Queen Street, Masterton, on Wednesday, July 12, at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation. Messages to Lorna Tatton, 13/140 Chapel Street, Masterton.
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Post by errolmartyn on Jul 12, 2017 11:36:29 GMT 12
TATTON, Rex: RNZAF WWII. On July 9, 2017, peacefully at Wairarapa Village, Masterton, aged 95. Dearly loved husband of Lorna for 70 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Robyn and Barry Todd, Brian and Linda, Trish and Chris Hepburn, Libby and Mike Trafford, Jude and Dave Mitchell. Loved Grandad Rex of Greg; Grant, Jo, and Richie; Kate, Willie, Sam, and Toria; Jane, Nicky, and Paul; Sally, Fliss, Matt and his 16 great grandchildren. A service to celebrate Rex's life will be held at Rosewood, 415 Queen Street, Masterton, on Wednesday, July 12, at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation. Messages to Lorna Tatton, 13/140 Chapel Street, Masterton. Served as NZ421460 Arthur Rex Tatton. Errol |
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Post by clint on Jul 12, 2017 15:58:59 GMT 12
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jul 16, 2017 16:42:32 GMT 12
DOWNIE, Madge. Reg No: 4219, Leading Aircraftwomen, WAAF, WW2, R.N.Z.A.F. Passed away at Windemere Rest Home, Cambridge, in her 95th year. Dearly loved wife of the Late Stewart Victor Downie. Loved mother of Warren (Tauranga), Andrea Freeman (Perth, Australia), son-in-law David and loved Nana of Connor (Christchurch). Loved sister of the Late David Stanley Hogg and Constance May Sheeran, Bonne Pelikan (Tokoroa). Much loved Aunty of Judith and Gary Steel (Kihikihi, Te Awamutu). At Madge's request a private Cremation has taken place. A Memorial service to celebrate Madge's life will be held at Windermere Rest Home, Cambridge on Friday, the 28th of July 2017 at 11:00am. All communications to the Downie Family, c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge, 3434.
DURWARD, Dr Peter Calder RNZAF- 442784 The executive and members their condolences to the Durward family.
Published in The Rotorua DailyPost on July 14, 2017
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Post by errolmartyn on Jul 16, 2017 18:27:10 GMT 12
DOWNIE, Madge. Reg No: 4219, Leading Aircraftwomen, WAAF, WW2, R.N.Z.A.F. Passed away at Windemere Rest Home, Cambridge, in her 95th year. Dearly loved wife of the Late Stewart Victor Downie. Loved mother of Warren (Tauranga), Andrea Freeman (Perth, Australia), son-in-law David and loved Nana of Connor (Christchurch). Loved sister of the Late David Stanley Hogg and Constance May Sheeran, Bonne Pelikan (Tokoroa). Much loved Aunty of Judith and Gary Steel (Kihikihi, Te Awamutu). At Madge's request a private Cremation has taken place. A Memorial service to celebrate Madge's life will be held at Windermere Rest Home, Cambridge on Friday, the 28th of July 2017 at 11:00am. All communications to the Downie Family, c/- 3 Hallys Lane, Cambridge, 3434. Enlisted as W4219 Miss Madge Hogg at HQ Northern Group HQ on 16 Oct 42. Errol |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jul 16, 2017 18:35:22 GMT 12
I approached Madge last year to see if she would be interviewed about her wartime experiences, as she lives here in Cambridge and I know her son (or maybe step-son) Peter, who's also a veteran (Malaya). Sadly she declined to talk.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jul 18, 2017 11:39:15 GMT 12
MASON, Robert Kenneth (Bob): 206323, RNZAF, GNR. Passed away at The Levin Home For War Veterans on Thursday 13th July 2017, aged 92 years. Loved husband of the late Cherry. Will be missed by many. RIP. Special thanks to the staff and management of Levin Home for War Veterans for their care and support. A service will be held at The Levin Home For Levin War Veterans, 40 Prouse St, Levin on Tuesday 18th July at 2.30 pm.
F/S (RTD) Dean (Deano) William Warrington. K82119 Avionics Technician. 13 January 1965 (22 Airman Cadet Cse) - 25 March 1990. Deano passed away suddenly at Waitakere Hospital 15 July 2017. Loved father and father in law of Lisa and Huw, Glenn and Kyla and Allan and Colleen. Much loved Grandad of Cody, Ben, George, Edie, Alex, Halen and Bobbi. He will be missed. A funeral service will be held in the Main Chapel of the Morrison Funeral Home, 220 Universal Drive, Henderson, Auckland on Thursday the 20th of July at 3.30 p.m.
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Post by errolmartyn on Jul 18, 2017 11:51:41 GMT 12
MASON, Robert Kenneth (Bob): 206323, RNZAF, GNR. Passed away at The Levin Home For War Veterans on Thursday 13th July 2017, aged 92 years. Loved husband of the late Cherry. Will be missed by many. RIP. Special thanks to the staff and management of Levin Home for War Veterans for their care and support. A service will be held at The Levin Home For Levin War Veterans, 40 Prouse St, Levin on Tuesday 18th July at 2.30 pm. Possibly the same man as NZ443197 R. K. Mason who enlisted in the RNZAF on 26 May 1944. Errol |
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Post by camtech on Jul 18, 2017 13:39:37 GMT 12
F/S (RTD) Dean (Deano) William Warrington. K82119 Avionics Technician. 13 January 1965 (22 Airman Cadet Cse) - 25 March 1990. Deano passed away suddenly at Waitakere Hospital 15 July 2017. Loved father and father in law of Lisa and Huw, Glenn and Kyla and Allan and Colleen. Much loved Grandad of Cody, Ben, George, Edie, Alex, Halen and Bobbi. He will be missed. A funeral service will be held in the Main Chapel of the Morrison Funeral Home, 220 Universal Drive, Henderson, Auckland on Thursday the 20th of July at 3.30 p.m.
Another clockwinder gone to wind the big boys clock upstairs.
RIP, mate
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Post by troy on Jul 19, 2017 21:32:59 GMT 12
Stan Knighton was an Engineering Officer and was MFC 75 Sqdn in the late '70's. I think he got out after his Air NZ Resident Engineer stint at Harewood in the early '80's. He formed a hydraulic hose company with Barry Watts but I haven't heard of either for some time. Another character missed.. Stan was my dad and started a company hydraulic installations and services mid 1980s. It was bought by Scarlett hydraulics about 15 years later. Barry watts made my father's funeral last year after being very sick and driving all the way to blenheim. Barry died about 2 weeks later and I was very gutted. I also worked at the hydraulic firm for 17 odd years. |
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Post by pjw4118 on Jul 22, 2017 11:13:19 GMT 12
Burgess Graham NZ41869 on 21/7/17. Graham served as a pilot on 7 squadron RAF Bomber Command . A foundation member of the NZBCA and its predecessor Pathfinders ASS Graham was one of the many MAGS boys who served with BC.
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Post by pjw4118 on Jul 23, 2017 13:29:27 GMT 12
O'DONNELL Denis NZ432747 on 20 July in Taupo. A pilot with 625 sq RAF Bomber Command , Sadly unknown to us previously.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jul 23, 2017 13:43:29 GMT 12
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jul 23, 2017 13:46:00 GMT 12
CAMERON, Noel. SM Merchant Navy OS 2309 WWII, RNZAF 444802 WWII, Army 650798 J Force, Regular Force 32706. In his 91st year. Passed away 17th July 2017. Husband of the late Kathleen. Very much loved Dad of Noeleen. Special mention to his best friend Brian for all the years of friendship that you shared, also to John and Margaret for all the help given over the many years as neighbours. Also to Jim for his friendship and helping Dad in his need. Well Dad, you're on your journey as you often told me. The struggle is over, I know you loved me as I do you very much. You'll always be in my thoughts as Mum is too. Be at peace Dad. Love you always. A private cremation has taken place as per Dad's wishes.
CAUTY, Norma Catherine. Service No: W4268 WAAF WWII Passed away peacefully on 20 July 2017 at Puriri Court Rest Home Whangarei: Aged 93 years. Loved wife of Garth (deceased). Loved mother of Russell (Rusty) (Onerahi), Roger (deceased), Wendy Brown (Ngunguru), Pauline Yearbury (Ngunguru). Loved mother in law of Leonie, Chris Jameson, Vic Brown (deceased), and Fozz Foster. Much loved Nor of her 6 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. A service to celebrate Norma's life will be held in the Chapel of Morris and Morris Funerals (entrance 17 Western Hills Drive) Whau Valley, Whangarei on Tuesday 25 July 2017 at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation. All communications to the Cauty Family c/- P.O. Box 403093, Ngunguru 0154.
ELLIOTT, Glenis Hazel Jacqueline (nee Pavarno). Ex W.A.A.F. 1957-61. Passed away suddenly after a long illness on 19th July 2017. Aged 78 years. Loving partner of Desmond Budd. Dearly loved Mum of Karen and Alan, and Paul. Loved Step-Mum of Leonie and Ray, Michelle and Paul. Loved Nana of Natasha, Melissa, and Kyle, Nakita, Harry and Ben and her seven great- grandchildren. Sister and sister in law of the late John and Jan, Jim and Georgina, Rowlie and Chris. A much loved Aunty to all of her nieces and nephews. A private service for Glenis will be held. All communications to ?'The Elliott family c/o 25 Ninth Avenue Tauranga.
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Post by errolmartyn on Jul 23, 2017 14:49:17 GMT 12
CAUTY, Norma Catherine. Service No: W4268 WAAF WWII Passed away peacefully on 20 July 2017 at Puriri Court Rest Home Whangarei: Aged 93 years. Loved wife of Garth (deceased). Loved mother of Russell (Rusty) (Onerahi), Roger (deceased), Wendy Brown (Ngunguru), Pauline Yearbury (Ngunguru). Loved mother in law of Leonie, Chris Jameson, Vic Brown (deceased), and Fozz Foster. Much loved Nor of her 6 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. A service to celebrate Norma's life will be held in the Chapel of Morris and Morris Funerals (entrance 17 Western Hills Drive) Whau Valley, Whangarei on Tuesday 25 July 2017 at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation. All communications to the Cauty Family c/- P.O. Box 403093, Ngunguru 0154. Enlisted as W4268 Miss Norma Catherine Julian at Seagrove on 16 Oct 42. Errol |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jul 27, 2017 22:27:30 GMT 12
BENNETT, Graeme Webster (Benny). RNZAF Q83527 Sgt, Died unexpectedly on Sunday 23 July 2017, at his home in Waiuku, aged 65. Dearly loved husband of Helen; Loved brother of Isabel & Peter Mulligan (Waitarimu); brother-in-law of David and Linda Peel (Ponsonby); uncle to Sally, Lizzy, Harriet, Haylee and Warner. Good friend and comrade of many. A celebration of Graeme's life will be held at Grahams Funeral Chapel, 37 Kitchener Road, Waiuku, on Friday 28 July, at 12:30pm, followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to The Starship Hospital, Private Bag 92024, Auckland.. Communication to the family C/- Grahams Funeral Services, West Street, Tuakau 2121
JAY, Reverend John McNaghten: (RAF RNZAF rtd) Peacefully on Monday, 24 July 2017, aged 83. Beloved husband of Ruth, precious father of Deborah, Simon and Fiona Jay. Loved grandad of Jordan, Marcus and Laurent Dunningham, great-grandad of Cahyo and Gili Dunningham. Much loved brother of Anne, James, Barbara, Alice, & families. Brother-in-law of Pam & Roy, (U.K.).
"A patient sufferer at rest."
A celebration of John's life will be held at St John the Evangelist Anglican Church, Camden Street, Feilding on Friday, July 28 2017, at 1.30pm. Grateful thanks and love to so many friends and neighbours. Special thanks to Ven. Wendy Scott, District Nurses, and especially staff at Arohanui Hospice. In lieu of flowers/donations to Arohanui Hospice, PO Box 5349, Palmerston North 4441, would be appreciated and may be left at the church.
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