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Post by errolmartyn on Nov 6, 2018 11:30:51 GMT 12
McCORKINDALE, June (nee Purser): B.E.M. Service No. W2257, S/Sgt, RNZAF, WW2. Peacefully at Jean Sandel Retirement Village, on 16 October 2018, aged 98 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Graham, and special mother and mother-in-law of Bruce (deceased) and Lynley (Feilding), Derek and Judy (Wellington). Loved Nana/Nuno to Julie, Suzie, David, Ben, Anna, Sarah, Tim, Peter and Fleur. Great-grandmother to her 24 great-grandchildren. Thank you to the staff of Jean Sandel and Port View for the care and support of June over the past four years. At June's request a private family service is being held. Messages to 22 Burnham Street, Seatoun, Wellington 6022. From Colin Hanson’s By Such Deeds – Honours and awards in the Royal New Zealand Air Force, 1923 – 1999 : PURSER, Senior Sergeant June, (Mrs J McCorkindale) BEM. W2257; Born Wanganui, 4 Jun 1920; RNZAF/WAAF 22 Nov 1941 to 28 Sep 1945; Clerk (Pay Accounts). Citation British Empire Medal (NY1946): By her exceptional ability in a wide variety of duties, the willing and capable manner in which she has undertaken highly confidential and responsible work normally assigned only to an experienced officer, and her untiring devotion to duty over a period of nearly four years, Senior Sergeant Purser has proved herself one of the outstanding members of the New Zealand Women’s Auxiliary Air Force. Throughout she has shown ability, and consistently undertaken duties far beyond the standard set for an airwoman of her rank, and because of her skill, complete reliability and unfailing common-sense, has discharged heavy responsibilities with conspicuous success. By her industry, ability, excellent bearing and fine personal example, she has set a high standard, and has brought the greatest credit upon herself and the Service. Served as a clerk at Bell Block, New Plymouth, Nov 1941-Jun 1943 and at Levin as an NCO engaged in recruit training until Mar 1944. Thence to the Personnel Branch, Air Department, Wellington, dealing with promotions, air accidents and honours and awards until Sep 1945. Errol |
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Post by trees on Nov 8, 2018 12:21:20 GMT 12
SQN LDR (RTD) Paul Henry Lagan B79581 ENGR RNZAF 10 January 1959 to 12 November 1980 passed away 5 November 2018.
Paul's funeral is on Monday 12th at 11am at St Anthony's catholic church 62 Ward road Cheviot and the unwind with refreshments and other speeches at the Cheviot Rugby club rooms also on Ward road (very close)
There will be a notice in the paper on Saturday.
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Post by tbf25o4 on Nov 9, 2018 8:26:43 GMT 12
another fine officer passing over. Paul was an instructor at 2TTS on one of my courses, and I worked with him in Air Staff.
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Post by shorty on Nov 9, 2018 8:35:04 GMT 12
Paul Lagan has been modelling since a very young age. While best known for his FF success, he has flown in all classes of Aeromodelling. He has represented both Australia and New Zealand internationally on many occasions, and was awarded the FAI Alphonse Pernaud Diploma in 1993. Not only a dedicated modeller and competitor, he has also served in key administrative roles in the NZMAA on several occasions.
Paul Lagan was born in Christchurch in 1941 and flew models from a very early age with the Christchurch M.A.C. He chose an Airforce Avionic Engineering career and married Pamela in 1961. No matter where his job took him, Aeromodelling has formed an inseparable part of his life. Perhaps best known for his successes in Free Flight competition, Paul has flown, and continues to fly all disciplines; an inveterate and consummate aeromodeller.
A regular Nats and South Island competitor, at National level Paul has won more events and broken more records than any other. This includes winning the National Champion of Champion award an outstanding 18 times. Paul first achieved National success and recognition when he won the Radio Control event at the 1959 Blenheim Nationals. At International level he started in 1965 with proxy flown Free Flight representations. And from 1971 Paul has traveled to World Championships in Sweden, Spain, U.S.A, Australia, Switzerland and Israel. He has placed 2nd and 3rd at World Championships for F1A (A2 Glider) and 4th in F1B (Wakefield). Paul has won the individual Trans Tasman title in Wakefield, FAI Power, A2 Glider, Thermal Soaring and R/C Pattern and has represented NZ 35 times in these events.
Paul and family shifted to the RAAF in Australia from 1980 until 1986 with no letup in his model activities. Indeed, so successful was he during these years in Australian National and International competition, that in 1989 Paul was inducted into the Australian MAAA Hall of Fame.
For his contest achievements, Paul was awarded the 1993 Alphonse P'naud Diploma by the FAI. Only one such diploma is awarded each year by the FAI and is a high honour for Paul and for New Zealand.
As an administrator, it would be difficult to find a position or role that Paul has not filled. Never one to seek the limelight, he sees the real issues and just gets on with it. By his own admission he is the gnome that gets the work done, whether at club or international level. He has built up a formidable range of contacts locally and worldwide. Paul Lagan has been through the ranks at club level, and helped to establish two clubs as well as the FFONZ association of Free Flighters. He served on the South Island M.A.A twice as President, and served as NZMAA Secretary for two separate terms. He has organised several New Zealand Nationals and Trans Tasman Championships. In 1982, he also ventured into the commercial world as a NZ agent for two Radio Control systems.
Paul produced Club and SIMAA Newsletters for many years, the South Island News (SIN) becoming a widely read and respected technical journal. He developed and published many designs for Free Flight, RC Aerobatics and Soaring, many were published internationally as full-size plans and some of which were kitted. The most notable include 18 Tons, FAI Power in 1963; Papanui Tavern HLG in 1968; Inglefinger, RC Soarer in 1972; Kiwi-2 A2 in 1966.
Paul has promoted and fostered participation in many Aeromodelling codes and has twice completed extensive revisions of the NZMAA Flying Rules, the most recent in 1999. He is a Life Member of both the Christchurch M.A.C. and the NZMAA, and has been a recipient of the Macdonald Memorial Award for outstanding service to Aeromodelling.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 9, 2018 8:53:58 GMT 12
Was this chap on No. 14 Squadron in WWII? I assume as groundcrew if that's the case?
HADEN, Walter Anthony. RNZAF 14th Fighter Squadron 416258. Passed 4/11/2018 in his 97th year. Loved husband for 67 years of the late Marion. Dearly loved Father and Father in law of Kathleen and Ken Kelly; Marie and Kevin Squire; Lois Haden; Anne and Paul Reid. Loved Grandpa and Great Grandpa of his Grand Children. A service will be held at Maunu Crematorium, on Friday 9th November commencing at 10:30am.
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Post by errolmartyn on Nov 9, 2018 10:17:22 GMT 12
Was this chap on No. 14 Squadron in WWII? I assume as groundcrew if that's the case? HADEN, Walter Anthony. RNZAF 14th Fighter Squadron 416258. Passed 4/11/2018 in his 97th year. Loved husband for 67 years of the late Marion. Dearly loved Father and Father in law of Kathleen and Ken Kelly; Marie and Kevin Squire; Lois Haden; Anne and Paul Reid. Loved Grandpa and Great Grandpa of his Grand Children. A service will be held at Maunu Crematorium, on Friday 9th November commencing at 10:30am. Enlisted 14 Nov 41 at Harewood as a flight rigger. Errol |
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Post by angelsonefive on Nov 9, 2018 12:17:08 GMT 12
From the The Taranaki Daily Times death notices:
" CRESSWELL, Eric George:
Service Number: 451960, J Force. Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, the 3rd of November, 2018..."
I know this gentleman's family slightly and I believe his service in Japan was with the RNZAF.
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Post by errolmartyn on Nov 9, 2018 13:18:26 GMT 12
From the The Taranaki Daily Times death notices: " CRESSWELL, Eric George: Service Number: 451960, J Force. Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, the 3rd of November, 2018..." I know this gentleman's family slightly and I believe his service in Japan was with the RNZAF. a15. Enlisted as NZC451960 Eric George Cresswell on 24 Apr 45 (was an ex-ATC cadet. Re-enlisted (from the Reserve) as NZ46703 on 26 Apr 46. Not renumbered in January 1949, so presume no longer serving by that time. Errol |
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Post by Mustang51 on Nov 13, 2018 7:53:30 GMT 12
Very sad to report the passing of Bruce Andrews in Melbourne last evening. Bruce was one of the 10 founding members of Australian Warbirds and an avid warbird owner and operator. He picked up one of the first former RNZAF Harvards to head across The Ditch and later owned one of the Baghdad Furies which flew here as one of the first to be painted in the overall blue RANFAA scheme. I met him through the Harvard and continued my association with him through our days as part of the Aero Heritage team bringing the B.25 across the Pacific to Australia. Also did some of the markings scheme on the Furfor him. He flew for Ansett rising to Captain their 747. Soft spoken and very quick with a cheeky smile. Clear skies Bruce.
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Post by trees on Nov 15, 2018 9:03:19 GMT 12
LAC (RTD) John Francis Drinkrow Edwards 4311578 RNZAF WW2.
Passed away at the age of 92 on Saturday the 10th of November 2018; peacefully at his Manurewa home. Dearly loved husband of the late Mary. Cherished father of Colleen, Peter, Margaret, Joy, June, Raewyn, and Alison. A grandad of 24, great-grandad of 47 and great-great-grandad of 7. In lieu of flowers, donation please to the Totara Hospice may be left in the Church foyer.
A service to farewell John will be held at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 126 Russell Road, Manurewa on Tuesday the 20th of November at 11am.
The burial service will be held at the Te Awamutu Cemetery, Picquet Hill Rd, on Wednesday the 21st November 2018 at 1pm.
All messages to ross.martin@fountainsfunerals.co.nz
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 20, 2018 9:32:35 GMT 12
I received this by email from Les Olsen:
"Last week there was a newspaper report of the death of ( F 74801) Keith Edward Turnbull who passed away in Auckland on 12 November 2018.
Keith was an Engine Fitter and served for just over 27 years in the RNZAF, having joined as a Boy Entrant in 1952 along with Amos Selby whom you have recorded as passing recently on your forum (page 138). Amos was also a 1952 Boy Entrant and Engine Fitter. Keith’s death notice did not report his RNZAF service or number unfortunately so you may have missed it."
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 20, 2018 10:18:38 GMT 12
This one via Norm Empson who got it from Peter Patterson:
"WALSH Roland (Brian)
Passed away 16th November 2018 aged 77 at Middlemore Hospital surrounded by family. Best friend and husband of Theresa. Beloved dad to Anne, Patricia and Dennis etc.
A farewell gathering will be held at 3pm on 21st November at his beloved home, 809 State Highway 33, Paengaroa"
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Post by errolmartyn on Nov 20, 2018 12:26:09 GMT 12
This one via Norm Empson who got it from Peter Patterson: "WALSH Roland (Brian) Passed away 16th November 2018 aged 77 at Middlemore Hospital surrounded by family. Best friend and husband of Theresa. Beloved dad to Anne, Patricia and Dennis etc. A farewell gathering will be held at 3pm on 21st November at his beloved home, 809 State Highway 33, Paengaroa" From Colin Hanson’s By Such Deeds – Honours and awards in the Royal New Zealand Air Force, 1923 – 1999 : CHIEF OF AIR STAFF COMMENDATIONS (Abbreviated citations) WALSH, Sergeant Roland Brian, C79421, Communications Fitter (Air). (1975) - for service as NCO i/c Communications and in recognition of his contribution to morale and efficiency while serving with 3 Sqn.Errol |
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Post by trees on Nov 21, 2018 12:54:40 GMT 12
F/S (RTD) Roland (Brian) Walsh C79421 AVTECH RNZAF 26 April 1958 to 26 march 1982.
Passed on 16th November 2018, aged 77 at Middlemore Hospital surrounded by family. Best friend and husband of Theresa. Beloved dad to Anne, Patricia and Dennis. Grandad to Chantelle, Kane, Ali, Jack, Logan, Ethan and Kian. Father-in-law to Scott and Wayne.
A farewell gathering will be held at 3pm on 21st November at his beloved home, 809 State Highway 33, Paengaroa.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 26, 2018 16:10:00 GMT 12
WALLACE, Elaine Norma. (WAAF Signals Section W2508). On Saturday 24 November 2018, peacefully, in Trevellyn Rest Home, aged 96 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Robin. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Graham and Kay, Barrie and Sandra and David and Caroline. Treasured Manma of 9 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Elaine's family wish to thank the staff at Trevellyn Rest Home for their wonderful care of Elaine. A celebration of Elaine's life will be held in the Scots Presbyterian Church, corner of Te Rapa Road and Vardon Street, Hamilton on Wednesday 28 November at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation. Messages to Elaine's family, please, c/o James R Hill, 717 Grey Street, Hamilton. FDANZ I just read too that the Darfield gunman who died in the incident yesterday was ex-RNZAF Accounts Donald Melville 'Mel' Ineson, 56. www.stuff.co.nz/national/crime/108860453/cop-remains-in-hospital-after-being-run-over-by-gunman |
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Post by trees on Nov 26, 2018 17:14:26 GMT 12
CPL (RTD) Donald Melville Ineson N89114 CLKACT RNZAF 3 March 1979 to 2 March 1988.
On Sunday 25 November 2018. Further details to be advised.
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Post by errolmartyn on Nov 26, 2018 21:59:18 GMT 12
WALLACE, Elaine Norma. (WAAF Signals Section W2508). On Saturday 24 November 2018, peacefully, in Trevellyn Rest Home, aged 96 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Robin. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Graham and Kay, Barrie and Sandra and David and Caroline. Treasured Manma of 9 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Elaine's family wish to thank the staff at Trevellyn Rest Home for their wonderful care of Elaine. A celebration of Elaine's life will be held in the Scots Presbyterian Church, corner of Te Rapa Road and Vardon Street, Hamilton on Wednesday 28 November at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation. Messages to Elaine's family, please, c/o James R Hill, 717 Grey Street, Hamilton. FDANZ Enlisted as W2508 Miss Elaine Norma Howie at Whenuapai on 24 Jan 42. Errol |
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Post by trees on Nov 29, 2018 8:37:10 GMT 12
W/O (RTD) Barry Gordon Ballingall NZ4215138 RNZAF WW2
On Sunday 25 November, aged 94. Dearly loved husband of Fiona, and loved father of Toby and Evelyn, Alex and Sue, Tom, Alison and Chris Lynch. Loved grandfather and great grandfather. Youngest child of the late Thomas and Mary Ballingall and brother of Joyce, Alexander (Tobs) and Vincent.
In accordance with his wishes, a private service was held. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to The Bushy Park Trust, P.O. Box 741, Whanganui 4541
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 29, 2018 11:06:59 GMT 12
Barry Ballingall was a Wireless Operator with No. 75 (NZ) Squadron.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 1, 2018 0:15:24 GMT 12
MCLEOD, Charles Donald (Charlie). Flt.Sgt. RNZAF Ser. No.4215251 Peacefully in Tauranga on Wednesday 28th November 2018 aged 95 years. Beloved husband of the late Muriel, and now reunited with her again. Treasured father and father in law of Jackie and Norm, Ken, Carole, Margaret and the late Brian, Dianne and Ken, and Malcolm and Sarah. Loved grandad of his many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Special thanks to his loving and caring neighbours. A service for Charlie will be held at St Peter's in the City, 130 Spring Street Tauranga, on Friday 30th November at 2pm, followed by private cremation. Messages to the McLeod family C/- PO Box 650 Tauranga 3144.
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