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Post by delticman on Dec 2, 2017 11:17:17 GMT 12
Ivon Warmington will be remembered fondly by students who attended the 'Wanganui Commercial Pilots School'. Every pilot that went through the CPL School at Wanganui between 1965 and 1985 has a memory of Ivon. My one is that after the crash of Tiger ZK-BGX at Taupo in January 1966, it was, " Laddie, you have wrecked the plane, no need to burn it" as the shaking pilot tried to light a cigarette. |
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Post by furd on Dec 3, 2017 6:03:19 GMT 12
STRINGER, John Gavin (Gavin): WWII, RNZAF No. 436103. Suddenly but peacefully on November 29, 2017, at Maples Retirement Home; in his 94th year. Loved husband and soulmate of Rona for 69 years. Loved dad of Adrienne. Loved Granddad of Simon, Peter, and James. Loved Grandie of Jessica, and Megan; Morgan, and Harper; and Oliver. Former aircraft engineer for NAC and Air New Zealand, and ex Community Watch. Messages to Stringer Family, c/- Hall & Co Funeral Directors, 12 High Street, Rangiora 7400. In lieu of flowers donations may be made at the service to Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue. A Celebration of Gavin's life will be held in the Harewood Crematorium Chapel, Wilkinsons Road, Christchurch, on Tuesday, December 5, at 11.30am. MACAULAY, Donald Ian (Don) (Ex RNZAF). Formerly of Meadowbank Retirement Village and lately of Grace Joel Retirement Village, St Heliers. After a long illness, bravely fought and without complaint, Don passed away at 1 a.m. on 1 December 2017, aged 85 years. Don's funeral service will be held in the Manning Funeral Cottage Chapel, 31 George Street, Newmarket on Monday, 4 December 2017 at 2 p.m. Special thanks are extended to all those who cared for Don, visited him and took him for outings over the past year. Can anyone confirm if this was the Don Macauley who was an AQM on the Hastings then later a Supplier who retired from the RNZAF as a W/O. |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 12, 2017 18:45:58 GMT 12
BROWN, Mary Gilbertha (Molly) (nee Sweet): Service no 2031332 WAAF. WW2. Passed away peacefully at Acacia Park Resthome on December 8, 2017. Aged 103 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Fredrick. Loved mother and mother in-law of Jose and John Dallimore, and Peter Brown and Elaine (Perth W.A), loved grandmother of Helen, Jane, Robert and George and great-grandmother of Grace and Thomas, and Olive and Timothy. A service for Molly will be held at Elliotts Rosebank Chapel, 25 Ninth Avenue, Tauranga, on Wednesday, December 13, at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Red Cross and can be left at the service. All communications to the Brown Family, c/- PO Box 344, Katikati 3166.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 16, 2017 23:25:53 GMT 12
STEVENSON, Bruce Anzac: (Y80637, Sqn Ldr, RNZAF, 1962-1982). Of Nikau Valley. On Tuesday, 12th December 2017, peacefully at home after a long battle. In his 73rd year. Dearly loved husband of Merle, and much loved father of Helen & Simon (Christchurch) and David & Kana (Tokyo). Beloved Grandad Bruce of Sheridan, Crispin, Indigo, Kento and Tohma. Bruce's family wish to acknowledge Dr Scott Walker, Mary Potter Hospice, and all Bruce's caregivers, for their wonderful support. In lieu of flowers a donation to Mary Potter Hospice, PO Box 7442, Newtown, Wellington 6242 would be appreciated. Messages for the Stevenson family may be sent c/- PO Box 119, Paraparaumu 5254. As per his wishes, Bruce's funeral was held yesterday. Kapiti Coast Funeral Home
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 18, 2017 22:43:30 GMT 12
No. 75 Squadron has lost two wartime veterans.
JOHN, Alan. NZ4211017, 75 (NZ) SQN RAF Passed away peacefully on the 18th of December 2017. Husband of Pheobe. Father of Corran, Mike, Jenny and the late Nicky. Very proud Grandfather of nine Grandchildren. Great Grandad of 7. A memorial service will be held in the Garden Chapel of the Morrison Funeral Home, 220 Universal Drive, Henderson, Auckland on Wednesday the 20th of December 2017 at 2.00 p.m.
Donald Colin Mackenzie (75 Squadron - Bomber Command) passed away peacefully last night at his home in Dunedin. His funeral is 3pm 20 December Hope & Sons, Dunedin.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 19, 2017 11:49:58 GMT 12
 SGT (RTD) Douglas R. (Doug) Hilliard P92312 ACFTTECH RNZAF 1986 to 2010 then Civilian ACFTTECH Instructor. Doug passed away 18 December 2017 after battling with a long illness. Funeral details and address for condolences will be advised when known. I knew Doug at Wigram when he served with PTS, and I think also Tech Squadron. Great bloke. He used to supply the most awesome pies from his sister's bakery to all the PTS and Tech Squadron personnel. I will never forget him chundering in Sir Tim Wallis's garden in 1992, only to look up and see Sir Tim come up over the hill in his helicopter watching him, hahahahahaha. RIP mate. |
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Post by tbf25o4 on Dec 20, 2017 19:06:28 GMT 12
Sad to see Doug Hilliard has passed. There were three Hilliard brothers serving in the RNZAF Barry joined with me in 1964, and Pete (Pierre) was an AEOP on 5 squadron for ever!
When Doug was a baby he used to sit on my knee when I visited the Barry Hilliard home
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Post by phil on Dec 20, 2017 20:26:42 GMT 12
I was on 75 SQN with Doug in 97-98. Very sad to hear.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 21, 2017 9:19:55 GMT 12
I seem to recall that David Fail was a Spitfire pilot. FAIL, David Gowan: RNZAF No. NZ412665. Passed away peacefully on December 17, 2017, at Taradale Masonic Rest Home. Aged 95 years. Devoted husband for 73 years of the late Winifred. Father of Barry (Australia), Carol Charman, and the late Trevor. Grandad to 10 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. A private cremation has been held, and a memorial service for David will be held at Dunstalls Memorial Chapel, Edwardes St, Napier, Wednesday, January 3, 2018, at 11.00am. Many thanks to Dr Penny Henley and the staff at Taradale Masonic Rest Home, for their wonderful care of both Winifred and David. A tribute to David or messages to his family can be left at www.dunstalls.co.nz or C/- PO Box 1055, Napier 4140. |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 21, 2017 14:26:36 GMT 12
Doug Hilliard UPDATE - from John Forrest:
On December 19, 2017, at the Marlborough Hospice, succumbed to cancer after a short battle. Aged 49 years. Much loved Dad of Alix, Vic and Mickey. Beloved son of Barry and Pam, and a loved brother of Bruce and Steph. A well respected friend and colleague of many. Messages to 2629 SH63, RD1, 7271. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Marlborough Hospice, c/- PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240 would be appreciated.
A private family cremation for Doug will be held with a public memorial service to be planned in the new year.
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Post by skyhawkdon on Dec 21, 2017 19:09:23 GMT 12
I also had the privilege of working with Doug on PTS and 75 Sqn. One of life's real characters and trouble was never far behind him! RIP Mate and I hope to make it to the celebration of your life in the New Year.
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Post by angelsonefive on Dec 23, 2017 12:14:58 GMT 12
John Gerald O'Brien, 1925 to 13 Dec. 2017.
Gerald O'Brien was a Labour Party politician and represented the Island Bay electorate in Parliament for 3 terms, 1969 to 1978.
Earlier he had been a Wellington City Councillor.
In 1942 he enlisted in the RNZAF and was trained as a radar operator, serving at Wigram and Harewood. He was released from the Air Force in 1945.
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Post by errolmartyn on Dec 23, 2017 20:42:41 GMT 12
John Gerald O'Brien, 1925 to 13 Dec. 2017. Gerald O'Brien was a Labour Party politician and represented the Island Bay electorate in Parliament for 3 terms, 1969 to 1978. Earlier he had been a Wellington City Councillor. In 1942 he enlisted in the RNZAF and was trained as a radar operator, serving at Wigram and Harewood. He was released from the Air Force in 1945. NZ43623 John Gerald O'Brien enlisted at RNZAF Harewood as an ACH (AD) on 30 Jan 43. Looks as though he was originally destined for aircrew training. Born 2 Dec 24 according to the Routine Orders recording his enlistment. Errol |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 24, 2017 13:56:12 GMT 12
WG CDR (RTD) Alan George Parslow Dick E75191 ENGR RNZAF 1953 to 1987. DICK, Alan George Parslow. Wing Commander (retired) RNZAF. Passed away after a short illness on 19 December 2017. Loved husband of Angela. Brother of Barbara. Wonderful father to Sean, Ngaire and Joe, and adored grandpa of Ronan, Seren and Cailin. And not to forget Buca (the dog). A private family service has been held. Memorial service details to follow. In lieu of flowers a donation to St Johns www.stjohn.org.nz would be gratefully appreciated. State of Grace East 09-527-0366 O'DONNELL, Peter Harry Stephen. Died Auckland Public Hospital, 5 April 2017, aged 66. RNZAF Reg. No. M83478. Loved son of the late William (Bill) and the late Shirley O'Donnell (nee Marchant) and brother of the late Helen (Burberry, Lee - Weipa, Australia), the late Terence and Kieran and Michael. Cremation and private burial at Mangere Lawn Cemetery. Rest with Mum, Dad and Terry. Requiescat in pace. SWEENEY, John Robert: RNZAF 452589. On 21 December 2017 at West Harbour Gardens. Dearly beloved husband to the late Joyce. "Together again" A Graveside Service will be held at Auckland Memorial Park, 2157 East Coast Road, Silverdale, Auckland, on Thursday 28 December at 2.00pm. Special thanks to West Harbour Gardens, Hobsonville, for their loving care of John over the last 2 years. |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 27, 2017 7:19:24 GMT 12
SCOTT, Robert Beechin (Bob): Regt. NZ414822 LAC RNZAF. On December 23, 2017, peacefully at home with his family; in his 98th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Patricia, and a much loved Dad of Gregory and Carol. A heartfelt thanks to the staff at Nurse Maude for their wonderful care and support. A celebration of Bob's life will be held in the Canterbury Crematorium Chapel, corner of Keighleys Road and Linwood Avenue, Linwood, on Saturday, December 30, at 1.00pm.
RAOS, Bryan George (George): Ser. No. 459204 RNZAF, Flight Lieutenant. On 25 December 2017. A very peaceful passing at Aparangi Care Centre, Te Kauwhata, aged 86 years. Gone home to be with his Lord. Beloved husband of Noelene. Dearly loved dad of Mary and David, Jane and Dave, Susan and John. Much loved Grandpa of Sarah and Aiden, Andrew and Sharma, Daniel and Liana, Joanna, Fiona and Brooke, Michael, James and Beth, Rachel and Great-Grandpa of Ryan. A Service to Celebrate George's life will be held at St Margaret's Anglican Church, Waerenga Road, Te Kauwhata, on Thursday, 28 December at 1.00pm to be followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to Aparangi Care Centre would be greatly appreciated, posted to PO Box 31, Te Kauwhata or left at the service. All communications to the Raos Family, c/- PO Box 147, Huntly 3740.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 27, 2017 12:02:18 GMT 12
Doug Hilliard UPDATE - from John Forrest:
Douglas Richard (Doug) Hilliard UPDATE.
On December 19, 2017 at the Marlborough Hospice, succumbed to cancer after a short battle. Aged 49 years. Much loved Dad of Alix, Vic and Mikey. Beloved son of Barry and Pam, and a loved brother of Bruce and Steph. A well respected friend and colleague of many. Messages to 2629 SH63 RD1, Blenheim 7271. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Marlborough Hospice, c/- PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240 would be appreciated. A private family cremation for Doug was held on December 22 with immediate family.
A public Memorial Service for Doug will be held at RNZAF Woodbourne on January 12, 2018 at 2.00pm. Check in at main gate for directions to venue.
RSVP by Monday, January 8, 2018 to 2629 SH63 RD1, Blenheim 7271 or phone 03 572-8662.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 28, 2017 16:41:41 GMT 12
This via John Forrest on Facebook:
SGT (RTD) Evelyn Jane Short T91005 SPubs Spec RNZAF Nov 1982 to Nov 2002 and Civilian Apr 2003 to Apr 2004.
Passed away peacefully and unexpectedly on December 21, 2017, aged 52 years. Loved daughter of Trevor and the late Helen, sister of Craig and Lourdes, Aunty to little Trev, mother of Jeremy and Mekayla, and Grace, soulmate, best friend and partner of Ian.
"My darling I miss you,
my heart is so broken,
rest in peace".
A service for Evelyn will be held at William Cotton & Sons Funeral Chapel, 29 Beattie Street, Feilding, on Sunday, December 31, 2017 at 11.00am. In lieu of flowers donations to Parkinson's Manawatu, PO Box 5449, Terrace End, Palmerston North 4414 would be appreciated and may be left at the service.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 30, 2017 14:33:03 GMT 12
SCARLL, James William (Jim). NZ417237, Flight Sergeant, RNZAF, 75(NZ)SQN RAF, 1942. Passed away peacefully on the 27 December 2017, in his 96th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Vera. Loving father of Beverley. Loved grandfather (Gunth) of Brett and Norissa, Jacqui, Joanne and Vaughan. Great grandfather of Shaina, Jarrod, Mia, Olivia, Melanie, Latoiza and Rulano, great great grandfather of Cyrus. "You are Our Hero, Rest In Peace." A service to celebrate Jim's life will be held in the All Souls Chapel of the Purewa Cemetery 102 St John's Road Meadowbank on Friday 5 January at 11.30am, followed by a Burial at Waikumete Cemetery
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jan 2, 2018 12:17:58 GMT 12
McCORMICK, Gordon Lloyd. RNZAF LAC. 30 years Lions Club Member. Peacefully on Saturday 30 December 2017 in Kerikeri. Aged 81 years. Loved partner, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. A special thanks to the staff at Hospice Mid- Northland and the Kerikeri Retirement Village. A service for Gordon will be held at the Chapel of Morris and Morris Funerals, entrance 17 Western Hills Drive, Whau Valley, Whangarei at 1:30pm on Wednesday 3 January 2018 prior to private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Mid-Northland, PO Box 141, Kerikeri, 0245, would be appreciated.
WALDEN Colin Alexander WW2 Navigator 12 Squadron, RAF Bomber Command. (Previously from Dargaville). Passed away peacefully at St Andrews Village, Glendowie, Auckland on 29 December 2017, aged 95 years. Loved husband of the late Fay Thurston and treasured father of Susan. Great fun grandfather, mentor and backyard cricketer to Sophia, Marcella, and Paolo. Close friend and travelling companion of Enid Horton. "As everyone says Dad you are a true gentleman. Rest peacefully, we love you very much." A celebration of Colin's life will be held at the Lighthouse Function Centre, Harding Park, Dargaville at 1pm Thursday 4 January 2018 followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations sent to Sportsville Dargaville, c/- ASB Northland Sports House, PO Box 1492, Whangarei 0149 would be appreciated. Many thanks in particular to the staff of Henry Campbell House, St Andrews Village. Communications to the Walden Family, c/- P.O. Box 8043, Kensington, Whangarei 0145.
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Post by errolmartyn on Jan 2, 2018 13:51:56 GMT 12
WALDEN Colin Alexander WW2 Navigator 12 Squadron, RAF Bomber Command. (Previously from Dargaville). Passed away peacefully at St Andrews Village, Glendowie, Auckland on 29 December 2017, aged 95 years. Loved husband of the late Fay Thurston and treasured father of Susan. Great fun grandfather, mentor and backyard cricketer to Sophia, Marcella, and Paolo. Close friend and travelling companion of Enid Horton. "As everyone says Dad you are a true gentleman. Rest peacefully, we love you very much." A celebration of Colin's life will be held at the Lighthouse Function Centre, Harding Park, Dargaville at 1pm Thursday 4 January 2018 followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations sent to Sportsville Dargaville, c/- ASB Northland Sports House, PO Box 1492, Whangarei 0149 would be appreciated. Many thanks in particular to the staff of Henry Campbell House, St Andrews Village. Communications to the Walden Family, c/- P.O. Box 8043, Kensington, Whangarei 0145. Served as NZ433754. Errol |
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