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Post by Dave Homewood on Mar 22, 2018 17:47:12 GMT 12
KELLY, Eric LeWarne. S/No. 42667, RNZAF, A/CPL and NZ Army, WW2 On March 13, 2018, 96 years young. Loved husband of the late Joy. Loved father of Gary and Judy; Maureen and the late Roger; Colleen and the late Kevin. Dearly loved grandad and great grandad. I now sign off from the 30 Squadron Royal New Zealand Air Force, Gisborne. Kia taki taki. The last one out turn out the light. Private service. Messages to The Kelly Family, PO Box 1055 Napier 4140.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Mar 22, 2018 19:44:44 GMT 12
SGT (RTD) Grahame Frederick Smith R24533 SMASST RNZAF
Born September 18, 1965. Passed away on March 19, 2018. Passed away so suddenly. Dearly loved partner of Ange and loving father of Jessica and Nathan, much loved son of Graham and Carole, brother of Anne, Maria, Wendy, Paul and the late Aaron. Loved by all his nephews and nieces. Always loved and forever in our hearts
(From Steve Hunn) Regret to advise of the sudden passing of Sgt Grahame Smith (Rtd) ex RNZAF and Navy Medic in Oamaru on Mon 19th Mar.
Grahames service is at the Oamaru Fire Station on Mon 26th Mar at 1100hrs.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 4, 2018 16:16:47 GMT 12
BICHENO, Noel Charles. RNZAF NZ405635 Peacefully on 27 March 2018 in his 101st year. A much loved Uncle of his 16 nieces, nephews and their families. One of nature's true gentleman, now at rest. A farewell for Noel will be held at Chapel 2, Waikumete Cemetery, Great North Road, Glen Eden on Wednesday 4 April at 10.30am. ZL1VG Over and Out.
COLLINS, Harold Geoffrey: Passed on April 1 (no joke) 2018, aged 94 years. Dad died peacefully at Westmar Aged Care, Darfield. He was a gentle, patient man full of humour, a twinkle in his eye. A man of the land who farmed most of his life and enjoyed his whiskey. One of the last RNZAF from the Pacific war WW2. Beloved husband of Joyce in a 69 year marriage. Paul, Michael, John, Anne and Jill all loved him in their own ways, as did daughters-in-law Annette and Adele. Grandchildren Lisa, Jason, Glen, Sarah , Mark, KirstyLee Robyn, Graeme and Chris. Great-grandchildren Cameron, Samantha, Skye, Harriet, Jack and Amber.
All ask "how are you?" "Now Bloody Good".
No funeral and cremation as were Dad's wishes. A memorial service will be advised for later.
MULLIGAN, Martha Maria. RNZAF 78455 Passed peacefully at Glenburn Resthome on Tuesday 27 March 2018, aged 81. Loved and cherished wife of the late Trevor Frank. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Moeawa Sybil Valentine and Steven, Beau Paretawa Tewai and Elizabeth, Ramon Tawhi whi rangi and Helen. Loved Kuia of 7 mokopuna Michael, Reo, Mitchell, Rhys, Bayley, Connor and Marlee. An informal farewell will be held at Grange Manor, 400 Dominion Road, Mt Eden tomorrow, Thursday 29 March at 4.00pm.
REID, Michael David. Retired Wing Commander, RNZAF Passed away peacefully at Princess Alexandra, Napier on Wednesday, March 28 2018. Much loved husband of Ainslie, father and father-in-law of Matthew and Giselle (Havelock North), Andrew and Steph (Auckland), Patricia and Kevin (Brisbane). Very proud granddad of Ben, Emily, Allegra and Florence. Grateful thanks to all the staff of Princess Alexandra, who cared for Michael with love and compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations to Cranford Hospice may be left at the service and would be appreciated. A service for Michael is to be held in the Beth Shan Chapel, 157 Georges Drive, Napier on Wednesday April 4 at 2.00pm. Messages to the Reid Family, C/o PO Box 439, Napier 4140. Beth Shan Funerals, Registered Funeral Directors, Napier
NUNN, Margaret Hope: WAAF WWII. On March 28, 2018, peacefully at Hilda Ross Retirement Home, Hamilton. In her 94th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Vic. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Chris & Nicola, April, grandmother of Helena, Alister, Rachel and her great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations to TEAR Fund, PO Box 8315, Symonds Street, Auckland 1150, would be appreciated or may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Margaret's life will be held in Cedarwood, 17 Parata Street, Waikanae, on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation at Kaitawa Crematorium. Waikanae Funeral Home Tel 04 2936844
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Post by errolmartyn on Apr 4, 2018 16:51:58 GMT 12
COLLINS, Harold Geoffrey: Passed on April 1 (no joke) 2018, aged 94 years. Dad died peacefully at Westmar Aged Care, Darfield. He was a gentle, patient man full of humour, a twinkle in his eye. A man of the land who farmed most of his life and enjoyed his whiskey. One of the last RNZAF from the Pacific war WW2. Beloved husband of Joyce in a 69 year marriage. Paul, Michael, John, Anne and Jill all loved him in their own ways, as did daughters-in-law Annette and Adele. Grandchildren Lisa, Jason, Glen, Sarah , Mark, KirstyLee Robyn, Graeme and Chris. Great-grandchildren Cameron, Samantha, Skye, Harriet, Jack and Amber. All ask "how are you?" "Now Bloody Good". No funeral and cremation as were Dad's wishes. A memorial service will be advised for later. Served as NZ436769. Errol |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 6, 2018 10:43:50 GMT 12
BATES Peter Robert P79823 Warrant Officer RNZAF In loving memory of a darling husband, father and koro who passed away 2 yrs today. You will always be forever in our hearts. It isn't what we write It isn't what we say Its how we feel deep inside as we think of you today. Miss you so much Dear. Love always Kathy and family, Allan and Pauline, David, Petrina, Glen, Peter and mokopuna
CPL(W) (RTD) Vivienne Kay (Viv) LOWE U81208 RNZAF 1963 to 1969 on 3 April 2018.
LOWE Vivienne Kay (Viv) On April 3rd 2018 peacefully in Whangarei in her 72nd year. Much loved daughter of the late Raymond and Ivy Lowe. Adored partner of the late Laurie MacBrayne. Oldest sister of Neville and Raymond. Loved auntie to Jacqui, Jessica, Mary, and Steven. Great auntie Vivi to Harper, Tully, Leah, Ivy, and Pippa. A service for Viv will be held in the chapel of Morris and Morris Funerals (entrance 17 Western Hills Drive), Whau Valley, Whangarei at 10:30am tommorow Saturday April 7,2018 followed by interment at the Maunu Park Cemetery . Please note change of day and time for the funeral. In lieu of flowers donations sent direct to the Donkey and Mule Society of NZ PO Box 715 Invercargill 9840 would be appreciated. Communications to the 'Lowe Family' C/- PO Box 8043, Kensington, Whangarei 0145.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 7, 2018 23:22:05 GMT 12
HILL, Jean Lorraine:
425533 Air Force Bomber Commander WAAF Cpl. RAF Signals. On Monday,2 April 2018, at Vickery Court Rest Home, North Road, Invercargill. Loved Mum of Ivor, and the late Peter and David. Loved sister of Norma and the late Sylvia (United Kingdom). At Jean's request a private cremation has been held. A special thank you to the wonderful staff of Vickery Court for their care of Jean. Messages to 15 Guthrie Lane, Invercargill 9810.
Not sure what they mean by 'Bomber Commander'
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Post by davidd on Apr 8, 2018 11:58:57 GMT 12
Dave,
possibly "Bomber Command" was intended - that is, part of her service may have been served at a BC Station, which was probably a rather exciting part of her life.
Dave D
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 8, 2018 12:52:56 GMT 12
Yes that must be the case I'd think.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 11, 2018 10:05:23 GMT 12
ANDERSON, Vallance Bruce (Val). Reg No. 445582, RNZAF. Peacefully on Saturday 7th April 2018 at Lady Elizabeth Residential Home, Takanini. Dearly loved husband of the late Gwen. Loved and respected dad of Faye and Cliff Blank, Noeline and Bob Holland, Bob and Lexis, Steve and Di, Phil and Julie, Brenda (Mini) and Mike Karl, Dick and Jan. Treasured pop of 20 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren. Many thanks to Sandra and her staff for their wonderful care of Val. A celebration of Val's life will be held in the Fountains Memorial Chapel, 35 Wood Street Papakura, on Thursday 12th April at 1.30pm.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 14, 2018 9:59:17 GMT 12
GORTON, John Stafford. 415309 Flt Lt RNZAF WWII. On April 11, 2018 at Malvina Major Retirement Home, Johnsonville in his 97th year. Loved and loving husband of the late Jean. Loved father and father-in-law of Michael and Pamela, Chris (Deceased), and Margaret, Richard and Larreny, Jeremy and loved Pop John of Penelope, Amanda and Andrew, Christian and Donna, Luke and Victoria, Daniel and Emily, Stephen and Muireann, Laura and Hayden, Ben and Momoko. Great Pop John of Mackenzie, Lachlan, Nate, Olive, Zara, Tristan, and Wolfe. Thanks to the staff of Charles Fleming for their care of John. A private burial has taken place at Waikanae Cemetery on Friday April 13, 2018. Waikanae Funeral Home Tel 04 2936844
HORNE, Edith Margery (Marge). Regt No: W5759 WWII 27.03.1925 - 10.04.2018 Peacefully at Gracelands, Hastings. Beloved wife and "Pet" of Mason (deceased). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Tracy and Greg (Dargaville), Angela and Jamie (Wairoa), and Guy and Leonore (Hastings). Loved Grandmother of Freya-Rose, Nikau and Matai, Calum and Lachie, Joshua, Elise', Alex and Helayna. Special friend of Stacey and Mary. Much loved daughter, sister and aunt of Edgar and Olive Nicklin (deceased), Edgar and Viv Nicklin, Olive and Walter Darby, Harold and June Nicklin, and friend of Max Waldron (all deceased) and their families. The family would like to thank the staff at Gracelands, Hastings for the care and support of Mason and Marge. A funeral service for Marge will be held at Pickering's Chapel, 62 Marine Parade, Wairoa at 1pm on Friday, April 13, 2018 followed by a private cremation.
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Post by errolmartyn on Apr 14, 2018 22:59:20 GMT 12
HORNE, Edith Margery (Marge). Regt No: W5759 WWII 27.03.1925 - 10.04.2018 Peacefully at Gracelands, Hastings. Beloved wife and "Pet" of Mason (deceased). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Tracy and Greg (Dargaville), Angela and Jamie (Wairoa), and Guy and Leonore (Hastings). Loved Grandmother of Freya-Rose, Nikau and Matai, Calum and Lachie, Joshua, Elise', Alex and Helayna. Special friend of Stacey and Mary. Much loved daughter, sister and aunt of Edgar and Olive Nicklin (deceased), Edgar and Viv Nicklin, Olive and Walter Darby, Harold and June Nicklin, and friend of Max Waldron (all deceased) and their families. The family would like to thank the staff at Gracelands, Hastings for the care and support of Mason and Marge. A funeral service for Marge will be held at Pickering's Chapel, 62 Marine Parade, Wairoa at 1pm on Friday, April 13, 2018 followed by a private cremation. Enlisted as W5759 Miss Edith Margery Nicklin on 1 Sep 43. Errol |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 18, 2018 19:06:43 GMT 12
LAIRD, Arthur Keith (Keith):
RNZAF WW2 NZ436161; RSA Member; New Zealand Post Office; long standing member of the Hutt Golf Club; Archer and Toast Master. On 15th April 2018, one day before turning the age of 93, Keith passed away peacefully at Hutt Hospital to the sound of "Moon River" surrounded by family. Loving husband of Raeburn for 62 years, loved and Cherished Father and Father-in-law of Roanne Kerry, Malcolm and Judy, Ewen and Alan and Jane. Grandfather to Matt, Jaime, Ben, Vincent and Averil. Grandfather-in-law to Paula. Great-grandfather to Samuel and Sophia. Brother to Gladys and the late Paisley, Marion and Jim. Thank you to the skilled, professional and dedicated staff at Hutt Hospital Medical Ward for their care, dedication and support. Appreciation is extended to the management and staff at Shona McFarlane Retirement Village for making him comfortable and a member of their community in the final years. All communications to the Laird Family can be sent C/- PO Box 30067, Lower Hutt. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Wellington Free Ambulance Service PO Box 601, Wellington 6140, or may be left at the service. A celebration of Dad's life with be held in the Croft Centennial Chapel, 2 Osborne Place (off Queens Drive), Lower Hutt, on Thursday, 19th April 2018, at 2.00pm.
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Post by general on Apr 22, 2018 13:48:18 GMT 12
From "Stuff.co.nz" :
Just a week out from Anzac Day, an Auckland couple who did their bit in for the Allied cause in codebreaking and Bomber Command have died only days apart, after more than 70 years of marriage.
Margaret 'Peggy' Miller (nee Hyland), served as a Navy Wren at the famous Bletchley Park codebeaking facility in Milton Keynes. She was 93 when she died on April 18, three days after her husband James 'Drum' Miller, 94, a Lancaster pilot with 75 (NZ) Squadron, RAF.
Rob Miller, the third of their five sons, remembered his parents as "stoic people"
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 22, 2018 19:47:48 GMT 12
CORDING,Dr. Rex Frederick: FLT. LT. R.N.Z.A.F. (72509), R.A.F. (506859). On April 16, 2018, peacefully at Addington Lifestyle Care; in his 90th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Valerie, proud, loved and respected dad and father-in-law of Susan and Richard and Steven and Kim, cherished Janpop/Jamps of Dayan and Michael (Melbourne), Hayden and Hayley (Melbourne), Bradley (Melbourne), Nicholas and Karen (Belgium), Alexandra and Samantha, special loved great-grandad Janpop of Lucy, Sam and baby Zoe, and a loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Special thanks to the staff at Addington Lifestyle Care for their support and care of Rex and family. Messages to the Cording family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A private cremation has been held.
'Now navigating his way to his beloved Valerie'
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Post by davidd on Apr 23, 2018 9:47:08 GMT 12
Rex Cording was one of probably a very small number of New Zealanders who flew as members of the RAF's V-bomber force, on Vulcans I believe. He was also involved in some of the early Sunderland deliveries, to give an idea of the scope of his flying service. And a thoroughly nice chap to boot of course! And a bit of a scholar later in life which produced a learned paper, although the exact subject of this document escapes me for the moment - can anybody on this Board provide the vital facts? I think the RNZAF Museum has a copy.
David D
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 24, 2018 0:15:41 GMT 12
SELWOOD, FRANCIS NEVILLE. FLT LT, RNZAF, NZ4215756, NAVIGATOR, 75(NZ)SQN RAF. RAF Mepal, 1945, Lancaster Mk I/III. 15 x War Ops, 2 x Op Mana's, 4 x Exodus, 2 x Baedeckers, 1 x Belgique repat. Ordained as Emeritus Archdeacon of Dundein. Born 12 June 1924; Died 19 April 2018, Dunedin, NZ, aged 93 years. Funeral will be at the Hope and Sons Chapel, Dunedin, 3pm Friday 27 April 2018.
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Post by errolmartyn on Apr 24, 2018 0:47:48 GMT 12
SELWOOD, FRANCIS NEVILLE. FLT LT, RNZAF, NZ4215756, NAVIGATOR, 75(NZ)SQN RAF. RAF Mepal, 1945, Lancaster Mk I/III. 15 x War Ops, 2 x Op Mana's, 4 x Exodus, 2 x Baedeckers, 1 x Belgique repat. Ordained as Emeritus Archdeacon of Dundein. Born 12 June 1924; Died 19 April 2018, Dunedin, NZ, aged 93 years. Funeral will be at the Hope and Sons Chapel, Dunedin, 3pm Friday 27 April 2018. Served as an ATC cadet prior to enlistment at Levin on 4 Dec 42. Errol |
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Post by angelsonefive on Apr 24, 2018 6:28:26 GMT 12
Rex Cording was one of probably a very small number of New Zealanders who flew as members of the RAF's V-bomber force, on Vulcans I believe. He was also involved in some of the early Sunderland deliveries, to give an idea of the scope of his flying service. And a thoroughly nice chap to boot of course! And a bit of a scholar later in life which produced a learned paper, although the exact subject of this document escapes me for the moment - can anybody on this Board provide the vital facts? I think the RNZAF Museum has a copy. David D Two studies relating to Bomber Command, link below : ir.canterbury.ac.nz/handle/10092/832/browse?value=Cording%2C+Rex+Frederick&type=authorRex Cording appears to have spent his post-aviation career in academia, but does anyone know if he was an air traffic controller in Wgton at some stage ? And was he a pilot on Vulcans ? |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 24, 2018 9:36:38 GMT 12
ROBBINS, Reginald Gavin (Rob). RNZAF 73442 21 April 2018. Passed away peacefully at Radburn Resthome Waipu; aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Maureen and respected father of Grant, Criena and Kirk. Much loved Poppa of Stevie, Cade, Abigail, Cornelia, Richard, Freya and Joshua and Grand Poppa to Jackson and Luke and step-sister Christine. The family would like to thank Radburn Resthome for their professional and compassionate service. Family and friends are invited to attend a service at Purewa Funeral Home, All Souls Chapel, 100 St Johns Road, Meadowbank at 11.30am on 26 April 2018. Enquiries Davis Funeral Services 09-6389026.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 28, 2018 11:59:59 GMT 12
SAUNDERS, James Reginald (Jim). Service No 40480, RNZAF, 1940-1945 WWll. Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 25th, 2018 aged 98 years. Dearly loved husband of Muriel (deceased). Dearly loved father of Kay, Stuart, and Douglas. Loving Grandfather of Michael, Shannon, Kristin, Nicola, Robert, John, and Brent. Caring Great-grandfather of 17. Thank you to all the Doctors, Nurses and Physio's at ward 2A Taranaki Base Hospital, and staff at Hospice Taranaki for their care and support, we would appreciate that in lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Taranaki would be very much appreciated and may be left at his service. A service to celebrate Jim's life will be held in St Andrews Presbyterian Church, 72 Liardet Street New Plymouth, on Monday, April 30th, 2018 at 11:00am. Followed by a private committal service.
ALMOND, Jack Sefton: M.B.E. (WW2, R.A.F., Squadron Leader). Peacefully on Thursday, April 26, 2018, at Radius Hawthorne, in his 97th year. Dearly loved husband of Olwen for 72 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Rosina and Brian, the late Brian, Yvonne and Griff, the late Anita, and Lou and Bruce. Loved grandfather and great-grandfather of his 31 grandchildren. A dearly loved friend to many. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Amberley Rest Home for their love and care of Jack. Messages may be addressed to the Almond family, C/- PO Box 127, Culverden 7345. A celebration of Jack's life will be held at the Canterbury Crematorium Chapel, corner of Linwood Avenue and Keighleys Road, on Monday, April 30, at 1.00pm. No flowers by request.
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