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Post by trees on Dec 18, 2018 15:08:03 GMT 12
SQN LDR (RTD) William E C (Bill) Morris A72772 ENGR RNZAF 8 Dec 1948 to 26 Oct 1984 and then Dec 1984 to 1997 as a civilian.
Peacefully surrounded by his loving family on 17 December 2018 at the Home of Compassion, Heretaunga, aged 88. In lieu of flowers, donations to Te Omanga Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service.
A celebration of Bill’s life will be held in Cornwall Manor, corner Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt, on Friday, 21 December at 2pm followed by private cremation.
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Post by errolmartyn on Dec 18, 2018 17:16:58 GMT 12
SQN LDR (RTD) William E C (Bill) Morris A72772 ENGR RNZAF 8 Dec 1948 to 26 Oct 1984 and then Dec 1984 to 1997 as a civilian. Peacefully surrounded by his loving family on 17 December 2018 at the Home of Compassion, Heretaunga, aged 88. In lieu of flowers, donations to Te Omanga Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A celebration of Bill’s life will be held in Cornwall Manor, corner Knights Road and Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt, on Friday, 21 December at 2pm followed by private cremation. Enlisted as NZ48711 William Ernest Charles Morris on 8 Dec 48. Is not amongst those listed as being renumbered in January 1949 - 72772 suggests his renumbering took place somewhat later. Errol |
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Post by trees on Dec 20, 2018 9:51:01 GMT 12
Thomas Avery (Tom) Hackett 439886 RNZAF WW2
Passed away peacefully on December 18th at the amazing age of 93. Loving husband of Kath, adored father and father-in-law of Trevor & Ann, Jan & Joe, fun loving pop of 7 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. You are the bravest person on the planet, thank you for instilling this in us. Death does not separate us from those we love. Our bond is forever.
A service to celebrate Tom's life will be held at Tauranga Park, 383 Pyes Pa Rd, Tauranga on Saturday 22nd December 2018 at 2.00pm.
Communications to the Hackett family c/- PO Box 3136 Tauranga.
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Post by pjw4118 on Dec 20, 2018 13:24:36 GMT 12
Smith D DFC LdeH , NZ 41948 in Auckland yesterday.
Doug served as a pilot with 88 and 204 squadrons RAF , and as a NAC captain post war.
He was fit and well until recently and always enjoyed a yarn and fast cars.His time with 88 squadron was shortened by aerobatics in a Boston while staff officers were visiting. He accumulated over 20,000 hours and amongst his many logbooks , his RAF one gave him great pleasure as it contained two red endorsements neatly balanced by two greens . A very good pilot and a great guy to be with, Doug will be missed by many.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Dec 20, 2018 18:47:12 GMT 12
Very sad to lose Doug, he was such a great chap and a real character. But he definitely had a good innings at nearly 101.
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Post by errolmartyn on Dec 20, 2018 19:18:06 GMT 12
Smith D DFC LdeH , NZ 41948 in Auckland yesterday. Doug served as a pilot with 88 and 204 squadrons RAF , and as a NAC captain post war. He was fit and well until recently and always enjoyed a yarn and fast cars.His time with 88 squadron was shortened by aerobatics in a Boston while staff officers were visiting. He accumulated over 20,000 hours and amongst his many logbooks , his RAF one gave him great pleasure as it contained two red endorsements neatly balanced by two greens . A very good pilot and a great guy to be with, Doug will be missed by many. From Colin Hanson’s By Such Deeds – Honours and awards in the Royal New Zealand Air Force, 1923 – 1999 : SMITH, Flight Lieutenant Douglas Stanley Pêche, DFC. NZ41948; Born London, England, 11 Mar 1918; RNZAF 9 Feb 1941 to 8 Jul 1947; Pilot. Citation Distinguished Flying Cross (8 Jun 1944): [207 Sqn RAF (Lancaster)] This officer has completed numerous operations against the enemy, in the course of which he has invariably displayed the utmost fortitude, courage and devotion to duty. Prior to service with 207 Sqn, Flt Lt Smith completed seven low level sorties with 88 Sqn RAF (Boston). In May 1993 he recalled that on return from one of these flights he carried out a low level ‘beat-up’ of the Officers Mess at RAF Swanton Morley, which, unfortunately, was witnessed by Viscount Trenchard. His posting to 5 Group and heavy bombers ‘was quite sudden’! Following his tour with 207 Sqn he instructed at 11 OTU RAF (Wellington) and for a year prior to his repatriation to NZ in 1947 he flew Yorks with RAF Transport Command’s 242 Sqn. Errol |
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Post by planewriting on Dec 20, 2018 20:54:05 GMT 12
I think I am correct in saying that Doug Smith is the first of all the NAC pilots to actually reach the fine old age of 100.
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Post by trees on Dec 25, 2018 8:36:59 GMT 12
LUDVIGSEN, Carthon (Snow). S/No. 4312069, LAC, RNZAF, Pacific, WW2. Passed away peacefully on December 22, 2018 surrounded by his family. Aged 96 years. Dearly loved wife of Elaine for 69 years. Loved father and father in law of Robyn (deceased) and Craig, Bruce and Sue, Heather and Clive. Loved brother and brother in law of Wally (deceased) and Barbara. Adored Pop/ Pa of his grandchildren and great grandchildren. A big thank you to HB hospital for their ongoing care and love in Snow's final hours. A celebration of Snow's life will be held in the Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Edwards St, Napier on Thursday, December 27, 2018 at 1.30pm, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Napier RSA Welfare Fund or St John Ambulance can be left at the chapel. A tribute to Snow or messages to his family can be left via www.dunstalls.co.nz or PO Box 1055, Napier 4140. |
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Post by trees on Dec 28, 2018 18:54:48 GMT 12
F/S (RTD) Robert G (Bob) Winiata K81153 S & S WKR RNZAF 25 April 1963 to 28 October 1988 and Civilian November 1993 to November 1999.
Bob passed away Thursday 27 December 2018.
Further details TBA when known.
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Post by trees on Dec 28, 2018 18:55:11 GMT 12
F/S (RTD) Carol Ann Hankin A83030 DP RNZAF 30 March 1967 to 25 March 1988.
Passed away Thursday 27 December 2018.
Further details to follow when known.
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Post by errolmartyn on Dec 28, 2018 20:14:53 GMT 12
F/S (RTD) Carol Ann Hankin A83030 DP RNZAF 30 March 1967 to 25 March 1988. Passed away Thursday 27 December 2018. Further details to follow when known. From Colin Hanson’s By Such Deeds – Honours and awards in the Royal New Zealand Air Force, 1923 – 1999 : Chief of Air Staff Commendation (abbreviated) HANKIN, Flight Sergeant Carol Ann, A83030, Senior Accounting Machine Operator. (1983) - in recognition of the high performance of her duties as an instructor, 3 TTS, and NCO i/c Airwomen from 1973 to 1978, Wigram.Errol |
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Post by errolmartyn on Dec 28, 2018 20:22:17 GMT 12
LUDVIGSEN, Carthon (Snow). S/No. 4312069, LAC, RNZAF, Pacific, WW2. Passed away peacefully on December 22, 2018 surrounded by his family. Aged 96 years. Dearly loved wife of Elaine for 69 years. Loved father and father in law of Robyn (deceased) and Craig, Bruce and Sue, Heather and Clive. Loved brother and brother in law of Wally (deceased) and Barbara. Adored Pop/ Pa of his grandchildren and great grandchildren. A big thank you to HB hospital for their ongoing care and love in Snow's final hours. A celebration of Snow's life will be held in the Dunstall Memorial Chapel, Edwards St, Napier on Thursday, December 27, 2018 at 1.30pm, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Napier RSA Welfare Fund or St John Ambulance can be left at the chapel. A tribute to Snow or messages to his family can be left via www.dunstalls.co.nz or PO Box 1055, Napier 4140. One of only two Ludvigsen (Swedish immigrants) in the RNZAF of WWII. The other was Walther Ludvigsen who was numbered NZ4312116, suggesting that the two (brothers?) enlisted on or near the same date as each other. Errol |
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Post by beagle on Dec 28, 2018 21:00:10 GMT 12
F/S (RTD) Robert G (Bob) Winiata K81153 S & S WKR RNZAF 25 April 1963 to 28 October 1988 and Civilian November 1993 to November 1999. Bob passed away Thursday 27 December 2018. Further details TBA when known. Top bloke and a real gentleman. Always there to help the young fellas, teaching them the skills of the trade. Always greeted you with a smile. First task Bob gave me when I was his LAC was to help him do some doping on a Vampire. Later on in life drinking and sharing memories in the Hobby Sgts Mess. Condolences to his family |
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Post by noooby on Dec 29, 2018 4:20:06 GMT 12
beagle, did he work in the Corrosion Control Bay at Whenuapai when he was a civvy?
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Post by beagle on Dec 29, 2018 12:31:44 GMT 12
Don't think so from memory. he was at hobby at the paintshop there, then he was working for the council I think, as he used to mention being on a quad or something spraying weeds on the side of the roads. lost track after I left in 2002.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jan 1, 2019 12:43:42 GMT 12
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WINIATA, Robert Garry (Bob). Passed away peacefully at home in his favourite chair, having just finished the lawns. Loved father of Jason and Corey and loved stepfather of Marise and loved grandfather of Brianna. A service to celebrate Bob's life will be held at 1.30pm on Thursday 3 January at RNZAF Whenuapai, 3 Hangar. It is recommended that you present to the Gate by 1pm. State of Grace 0800 764 722
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Post by trees on Jan 1, 2019 15:05:05 GMT 12
F/S (RTD) Jack C Little R710140 EFIT RNZAF 1 March 1952 to 22 November 1965.
Jack passed away 24th of November at the Angie? Nursing home in Oamaru.
He had been admitted several years ago with dementia.
Jack served on 1,4,5,6,7,14,15?,40,41,42 and 75 SQNs and was also part of RAF Squadrons. He Served: Laucala Bay – Fiji, Paupa New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Malayan Emergency, Nepal, Vietnam, Singapore, Kula Lumpur, Hobsonville, Ohakea, Shelley Bay, Woodbourne and Wigram.
A service has been held.
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Post by trees on Jan 2, 2019 15:09:05 GMT 12
VERNON, George Henry 42238 Pacific RNZAF WWII.
Peacefully at Dunstan Hospital, Clyde, on January 1, 2019, aged 96 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Jen, loved Dad and father-in-law of Glenda and Peter Gallagher, loved Grandad of Karen and Matt, Hayden (Manu), much loved and respected great-Grandad George of Kees, Lily, Paige and Jarnye, and four legged friend Amaia. Much loved 'Uncle George' of the Vernon and Hume families.
"A true gentleman."
At George's request a private cremation has been held. A celebration of George's life will be held at Jim Humes, Hanning Road, Earnscleugh, Clyde, on Saturday, January 5, at 1.00pm.
No flowers by request, but donations can be made to RSA and Dunstan Hospital at the celebration. Many thanks to staff at Dunstan Hospital and Cornerstone Health for their wonderful care and support. Messages to 4 Austin Place, Cromwell 9310.
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Post by errolmartyn on Jan 2, 2019 17:43:31 GMT 12
VERNON, George Henry 42238 Pacific RNZAF WWII. Peacefully at Dunstan Hospital, Clyde, on January 1, 2019, aged 96 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Jen, loved Dad and father-in-law of Glenda and Peter Gallagher, loved Grandad of Karen and Matt, Hayden (Manu), much loved and respected great-Grandad George of Kees, Lily, Paige and Jarnye, and four legged friend Amaia. Much loved 'Uncle George' of the Vernon and Hume families. "A true gentleman." At George's request a private cremation has been held. A celebration of George's life will be held at Jim Humes, Hanning Road, Earnscleugh, Clyde, on Saturday, January 5, at 1.00pm. No flowers by request, but donations can be made to RSA and Dunstan Hospital at the celebration. Many thanks to staff at Dunstan Hospital and Cornerstone Health for their wonderful care and support. Messages to 4 Austin Place, Cromwell 9310. His number should read NZ45428 - enlisted 12 Feb 45. Errol |
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Post by pjw4118 on Jan 4, 2019 14:27:21 GMT 12
KNIGHT , David NZ 433310 on January 2 2019.
David trained as a navigator and flew as part of the Reay crew on 75 sq in April 1945. After VE Day he transferred to 9 squadron on the Amohunga crew training for Tiger Force until September 1945.
He was one of the intrepid NZBCA Nelson branch that had their final luncheon just last year.
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