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Post by trees on Jan 13, 2019 13:30:46 GMT 12
Roy David Dillon (Ex RNZAF WWII)
On 23 December 2018 suddenly but peacefully at Auckland Hospital, in his 96th year. Youngest son of the late Joseph and Grace Dillon. Devoted husband of the late Gwenyth. Beloved father of Ruth. Dearly loved father, father-in-law, and grandad of Mary, John, Jeremy, and Guy. Loved "Kiwi-Dad" of Miyuki in Japan. Special thanks to all his caregivers from ENLIVEN who helped to make Dad's life a little easier for the past 4 years, but especially "THE TEAM" (Dads words), Charlyn, Mel, and Stephenson. Without their care and support he would not have been able to remain in the home that he and Mum moved into after their marriage October 1947. "Fly high Dad. Your mission on earth has been accomplished" Per Ardua ad Astra.
A service will be held at St Oswald's Anglican Church, 193 Campbell Road, One Tree Hill, Auckland 2pm Thursday 24th January 2019 followed by private cremation.
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Post by errolmartyn on Jan 13, 2019 14:48:13 GMT 12
Roy David Dillon (Ex RNZAF WWII) On 23 December 2018 suddenly but peacefully at Auckland Hospital, in his 96th year. Youngest son of the late Joseph and Grace Dillon. Devoted husband of the late Gwenyth. Beloved father of Ruth. Dearly loved father, father-in-law, and grandad of Mary, John, Jeremy, and Guy. Loved "Kiwi-Dad" of Miyuki in Japan. Special thanks to all his caregivers from ENLIVEN who helped to make Dad's life a little easier for the past 4 years, but especially "THE TEAM" (Dads words), Charlyn, Mel, and Stephenson. Without their care and support he would not have been able to remain in the home that he and Mum moved into after their marriage October 1947. "Fly high Dad. Your mission on earth has been accomplished" Per Ardua ad Astra. A service will be held at St Oswald's Anglican Church, 193 Campbell Road, One Tree Hill, Auckland 2pm Thursday 24th January 2019 followed by private cremation. Enlisted as NZ416572. Errol |
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Post by trees on Jan 15, 2019 9:45:05 GMT 12
SQN LDR (RTD) William Elwin (Bill) Larking BEM N72393 RNZAF 21 July 1948 to 24 November 1985 (of Bulls).
Passed away peacefully at Julia Wallace Retirement Village surrounded by family on Sunday, January 13th, 2019, aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of Joyce. Cherished father and father-in-law of Philip, Chris and Joan, Bruce and Lorraine, Gail and Mike Fagan, and Janet and Dwight Graham. Treasured Grandad to his 13 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and their families.
Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Bill's life at the Beauchamp Crematorium Chapel, 167 John F. Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North, on Thursday, January 17th, 2019, at 2.00pm.
At Bill's request, please have some colour in your attire.
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Post by errolmartyn on Jan 15, 2019 9:57:55 GMT 12
SQN LDR (RTD) William Elwin (Bill) Larking BEM N72393 RNZAF 21 July 1948 to 24 November 1985 (of Bulls). Passed away peacefully at Julia Wallace Retirement Village surrounded by family on Sunday, January 13th, 2019, aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of Joyce. Cherished father and father-in-law of Philip, Chris and Joan, Bruce and Lorraine, Gail and Mike Fagan, and Janet and Dwight Graham. Treasured Grandad to his 13 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and their families. Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Bill's life at the Beauchamp Crematorium Chapel, 167 John F. Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North, on Thursday, January 17th, 2019, at 2.00pm. At Bill's request, please have some colour in your attire. From Colin Hanson’s B y Such Deeds – Honours and awards in the Royal New Zealand Air Force, 1923 – 1999 : LARKING, Squadron Leader William Elwin, BEM. N72393; Born New Plymouth, 24 Nov 1930; RNZAF 21 Jul 1948 to 25 Nov 1985; Engineer. Citation British Empire Medal (QB1966): Not available. During the five year period preceding this award Sgt Larking served as an engine fitter, on Canberras, at Ohakea. He was a pioneer in the application of critical path analysis to the planning of scheduled aircraft maintenance in the RNZAF, applying such planning to the maintenance of Canberras. The result of his endeavours later became the standard method of maintenance management for the RNZAF. His above average motivation and loyalty to the Service was recognised by this award. Errol |
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Post by pjw4118 on Jan 15, 2019 14:16:04 GMT 12
Malcolm Austin DFC NZ427409
in Ashburton 14/1/19 . Malcolm was a pilot on 100 squadron and flew a full tour of 30 ops Dec 44 - April 45
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Post by errolmartyn on Jan 15, 2019 18:50:20 GMT 12
Malcolm Austin DFC NZ427409 in Ashburton 14/1/19 . Malcolm was a pilot on 100 squadron and flew a full tour of 30 ops Dec 44 - April 45 From Colin Hanson’s By Such Deeds – Honours and awards in the Royal New Zealand Air Force, 1923 – 1999 : AUSTIN, Flying Officer Malcolm Andrew, DFC.NZ427409; Born Ashburton, 25 Jan 1922; NZ Army/TF (4 Bn Cant Regt) 15 May 1942 to 9 Jun 1942; RNZAF 11 Jul 1942 to 9 Mar 1946; Pilot. Citation Distinguished Flying Cross (4 Dec 1945): [100 Sqn RAF (Lancaster)] Flying Officer Austin has completed numerous operations against the enemy, in the course of which he has invariably displayed the utmost fortitude, courage and devotion to duty. Completed one tour of operations with 100 Sqn. Errol |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jan 19, 2019 11:29:59 GMT 12
Very sad to see my old friend Bill Fitzharding-Jones has passed away. He was one of the original Safety And Surface workers, on the first ever trade course in 1949 after they combined three or four trades into our trade. He was responsible for painting the Mustangs when they came out of storage at Ardmore, and had a long career in the RNZAF. He then became one of the original hangar volunteers with the then Royal New Zealand Air Force Museum, looking after the safety equipment artifacts and painting side of things alongside the regular force S&S Corporal on the team. He was also in charge of the stored models. I also joined the RNZAF with his son Jeff, who was originally also S&S but switched to Aircraft Technician trade. RIP Bill.
FITZHARDING-JONES,
William Desmond (Bill/Jack):
F/Sgt R.N.Z.A.F. 72932 1949 - 1969. C.A.S. Commendation.
1929 - 2019
Loved husband of the late Claire. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Helen and Peter, Ruth, Beryl and Ian, Diane and Hari, Jeff and Kathryn. Loved Grandad of his six grandchildren. Jack loved aviation and was a passionate supporter of the R.N.Z.A.F. Museum at Wigram. Messages to the Fitzharding-Jones Family c/- PO Box 79185, Christchurch 8446. The Funeral Service for Jack will be held at St Mark's Chapel, 14a Henry Wigram Drive, on Tuesday, January 22, at 11.00am.
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Post by errolmartyn on Jan 19, 2019 12:20:05 GMT 12
Very sad to see my old friend Bill Fitzharding-Jones has passed away. He was one of the original Safety And Surface workers, on the first ever trade course in 1949 after they combined three or four trades into our trade. He was responsible for painting the Mustangs when they came out of storage at Ardmore, and had a long career in the RNZAF. He then became one of the original hangar volunteers with the then Royal New Zealand Air Force Museum, looking after the safety equipment artifacts and painting side of things alongside the regular force S&S Corporal on the team. He was also in charge of the stored models. I also joined the RNZAF with his son Jeff, who was originally also S&S but switched to Aircraft Technician trade. RIP Bill. FITZHARDING-JONES, William Desmond (Bill/Jack): F/Sgt R.N.Z.A.F. 72932 1949 - 1969. C.A.S. Commendation. 1929 - 2019 Loved husband of the late Claire. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Helen and Peter, Ruth, Beryl and Ian, Diane and Hari, Jeff and Kathryn. Loved Grandad of his six grandchildren. Jack loved aviation and was a passionate supporter of the R.N.Z.A.F. Museum at Wigram. Messages to the Fitzharding-Jones Family c/- PO Box 79185, Christchurch 8446. The Funeral Service for Jack will be held at St Mark's Chapel, 14a Henry Wigram Drive, on Tuesday, January 22, at 11.00am. 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 citation) FITZHARDING-JONES, Flight Sergeant William Desmond, 72932, Safety & Surface Worker. (1969) - for his devotion to duty and particularly for his services as an examiner with the Central Trade Test Board.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jan 23, 2019 14:59:02 GMT 12
CLARKE, Edward William Francis (Ted): 04.9.1920 – 05.1.2019 (NZ 415183, Flt Lt, RNZAF) Ted passed away peacefully on January 5, 2019, at Avonlea, aged 98 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Norma, loved father of Lynne and Steve, father-in-law of Vicki, grandad of Nicki and Hamish, and great-grandad of Julian and Clara. Special thanks to the staff of Avonlea and The Village Palms for their care of Ted. A private cremation has taken place. There will be a Memorial Service to Celebrate Ted's life which will be held in the John Rhind Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Sts, Richmond, Christchurch, on Wednesday, January 30, at 10.00am.
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Post by pjw4118 on Jan 23, 2019 15:47:15 GMT 12
DUNBAR Reg DFM RAF 638741 yesterday in Auckland.
Reg was one of our most respected veterans , and always a joy to meet and visit. He joined the RAF in 1939 as a wireless operator and was posted to 37 squadron in July 1940 . His first tour of 30 ops took him to Berlin and over the invasion barges. A second tour with 37 sq included ops over Greece and the desert. After 14 ops they were recalled to Uk and he was posted to 15 OTU where as an instructor he flew on two of the 1000 bomber raids.
Not one to slow down he volunteered to transfer to 3017 Echelon Defiant Flight developing Mandrel and Moonshine special duty RCM , which morphed into 515 squadron and Reg completed 50 operational flights through to Feb 1944. A count of his log book shows 96 completed ops plus many DNCO due to engine problems or weather. To take a single engine , two man aircraft into the North Sea and transmit was rather brave as it seems that the Defiants gun wasnt employed as Reg was operating the jamming equipment.
Reg spent the rest of the war as an instructor at AFU units and stayed on with the RAF postwar , retiring as a Wing Commander OC Cadet Forces west.
An article about the Mandrel Defiants was in a recent issue of the "Aeroplane " and includes some comments from Reg.
Always a staunch member of the NZBCA he will certainly be missed very much.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jan 23, 2019 15:55:46 GMT 12
 Oh that's a sad loss. RIP Reg. |
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Post by camtech on Jan 23, 2019 20:03:21 GMT 12
From NZ Herald
SCHWABE, Paul. Passed away on Sunday 20th January 2019, with family present, aged 79. Beloved husband of Patsy for 56 years. Deeply loved father and father in law of Neville and Lisa, Kaye, Anita. Treasured grandpa of Marc, Georgia, Jay, Leon, Saskia and Riley. A celebration of Paul's life will be held in the Main Chapel of the Morrison Funeral Home, 220 Universal Drive, Henderson on Friday 25th January 2019 at 12.30 p.m.
Paul was an Instrument Fitter/Avionics Technician - joined RNZAF 19 Jan 1956, retired 18 January 1980 R78408. Awarded CAS Commendation and also BEM. After retirement, Paul worked as a civilian, maintaining the Redifon Orion/Hercules Procedure Trainer at Whenuapai until about 5 years ago. Renown for his work on Inertial Navigation systems and also compass swing site surveys.
One of the true gentlemen of this world RIP
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Post by errolmartyn on Jan 23, 2019 22:31:22 GMT 12
From NZ Herald SCHWABE, Paul. Passed away on Sunday 20th January 2019, with family present, aged 79. Beloved husband of Patsy for 56 years. Deeply loved father and father in law of Neville and Lisa, Kaye, Anita. Treasured grandpa of Marc, Georgia, Jay, Leon, Saskia and Riley. A celebration of Paul's life will be held in the Main Chapel of the Morrison Funeral Home, 220 Universal Drive, Henderson on Friday 25th January 2019 at 12.30 p.m. Paul was an Instrument Fitter/Avionics Technician - joined RNZAF 19 Jan 1956, retired 18 January 1980 R78408. Awarded CAS Commendation and also BEM. After retirement, Paul worked as a civilian, maintaining the Redifon Orion/Hercules Procedure Trainer at Whenuapai until about 5 years ago. Renown for his work on Inertial Navigation systems and also compass swing site surveys. One of the true gentlemen of this world RIP From Colin Hanson’s B y Such Deeds – Honours and awards in the Royal New Zealand Air Force, 1923 – 1999: SCHWABE, Sergeant Paul, BEM. B78408; Born Dannevirke, 17 Jan 1940; RNZAF 19 Jan 1956 to 18 Jan 1980, Res. to 18 Jan 1982; Technician (Avionics). Chief of Air Staff Commendation (1974) (Abbreviated): For outstanding zeal and devotion to duty. Citation British Empire Medal (NY1980): Sergeant Schwabe joined the RNZAF in 1956 and was trained as an instrument fitter. Since August 1966 he has been employed in the Avionics Squadron at RNZAF Base Auckland and during this time has worked in the Inertial Navigation Bay, the Instrument Servicing Bay and the Electronic Test Equipment Section. Sgt Schwabe has continually striven to improve the standard of avionics maintenance, particularly by reviewing existing work methods in the search for better and more efficient techniques. By calculating and introducing the use of a Star Data Nomogram he was responsible for improving the method employed to validate the True North reference which is in turn used to calibrate Inertial Navigation equipment on Orion aircraft. He has also been responsible for devising a much more accurate and efficient method of calibrating the Andover compass-swing site, reducing the time taken for this operation from six to two days. In late 1978 and early 1979, Sgt Schwabe was involved in the RNZAF evaluation trials of ‘OMEGA’ navigation equipment which included the planning, installation, collection and analysis of data, from the trial fitments of four different makes of equipment to three different aircraft types. Much of this work was, of necessity, performed at short notice and during out of normal hours. Sgt Schwabe’s professionalism and dedicated approach ensured the overall success of the trials, and he has since spent much of his own time in planning for the production version of the installation. Sgt Schwabe is an extremely loyal, conscientious and dedicated serviceman who has devoted much personal time and effort to his duties. In his painstaking approach to complex problems he has shown initiative and professionalism. Errol |
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Post by trees on Jan 25, 2019 12:32:54 GMT 12
Francis Julien Temm 391567 RNZAF WW2
The next step in Julien's long and brave journey back into the warm embrace of his beloved wife, Jean (nee Ivin), occurred when he slipped away peacefully last night at the SevenOaks Hospital in Paraparaumu. His soul and spirit are finally released to soar high in the clouds and speed towards his eternal peace. WWII Pilot, mountaineer, skier, beloved son and brother, and cherished uncle to his many nieces and nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews, and great-grand-nieces and nephews.
A funeral celebrating Julien's wonderful and full 100 years of this life will be held in Cedarwood 17 Parata Street, Waikanae, at 11.00am on Monday 28th January. Julien will be laid to rest in the Returned Servicemen's section at Waikanae Cemetery with his beloved wife Jean who has been waiting there for him these past few years.
Our heartfelt thanks go to the incredible and caring staff at SevenOaks and to all the private carers who have assisted the family over recent years in ensuring that Julien's independence and dignity have been respected and cherished. Special and inadequate thanks also go to Jenny Williamson who has been Julien's attentive and loving primary carer through all of his health and life trials over these past few years and without whose assistance Julien would never have been able to enjoy the quality of life and independence that he did.
Donations (in lieu of flowers) to please be directed to the Kapiti Retirement Trust (SevenOaks), Lodge Drive, Paraparaumu. Any communications to be directed to his nephew at the following email address: kevin@temm.co.nz.
Waikanae Funeral Home
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Post by errolmartyn on Jan 25, 2019 14:11:08 GMT 12
Francis Julien Temm 391567 RNZAF WW2 The next step in Julien's long and brave journey back into the warm embrace of his beloved wife, Jean (nee Ivin), occurred when he slipped away peacefully last night at the SevenOaks Hospital in Paraparaumu. His soul and spirit are finally released to soar high in the clouds and speed towards his eternal peace. WWII Pilot, mountaineer, skier, beloved son and brother, and cherished uncle to his many nieces and nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews, and great-grand-nieces and nephews. A funeral celebrating Julien's wonderful and full 100 years of this life will be held in Cedarwood 17 Parata Street, Waikanae, at 11.00am on Monday 28th January. Julien will be laid to rest in the Returned Servicemen's section at Waikanae Cemetery with his beloved wife Jean who has been waiting there for him these past few years. Our heartfelt thanks go to the incredible and caring staff at SevenOaks and to all the private carers who have assisted the family over recent years in ensuring that Julien's independence and dignity have been respected and cherished. Special and inadequate thanks also go to Jenny Williamson who has been Julien's attentive and loving primary carer through all of his health and life trials over these past few years and without whose assistance Julien would never have been able to enjoy the quality of life and independence that he did. Donations (in lieu of flowers) to please be directed to the Kapiti Retirement Trust (SevenOaks), Lodge Drive, Paraparaumu. Any communications to be directed to his nephew at the following email address: kevin@temm.co.nz. Waikanae Funeral Home Do we know what date 'last night' was? Served in the RNZAF as Francis Juli an Temm, ditto spelling in electoral rolls. Errol |
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Post by trees on Jan 26, 2019 10:01:30 GMT 12
Temm DOD was 24/01/2019
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Post by trees on Jan 27, 2019 11:03:33 GMT 12
HYLAND, Desmond John. 421374, RNZAF, WWII Mosquito Pilot. July 19, 1920 to January 24, 2019 aged 98 years. Des, to family and friends, passed away peacefully and will be lovingly remembered by all. He is predeceased by his first wife Gaynor, and will be sadly missed by wife Jennifer (nee Chaplin). He was brother of June Baird (deceased) and father of Christopher and family, Barbara, Bradley, Kieren, Lauren, Rachel, Murphy and Darcy; Daughter Caroline and family, Greg (deceased), Janice, Marcus, Charlotte, Brent, Tora, Max, Bruce, Olivia, Jacob, and Jorja; Father of Nicholas and family Wendy, Jeremy and Holly; Father of Julian and family, Denise, Andrew and Tessa; Step-father to Susan and family, Murray, Laura and Ben; Step- father to David and family, Georgina, Brendon, Ania, Erika and Dennis; Step- father of Helen. Our special thanks to Brent Harwood, for his friendship and compassionate care, and also the nursing team at Reeve House, Mary Doyle Lifecare. His service will be held at St. Matthews Anglican Church, Hastings, corner of King St. S and Lyndon Rd. West on Wednesday January 30 at 2pm. Tributes can be made online at www.tnphb.co.nz or posted to the Hyland Family c/- PO Box 967, Hastings 4156. |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jan 27, 2019 11:06:59 GMT 12
Sad news. Des Hyland was one of the Mosquito pilots who attended the Mosquito Dinner in 2012 as a special guest. He flew with No. 488 (NZ) Squadron and at that event I was able to seat him with two other former members of that squadron. Now they are all gone. Des was, I believe, the last No. 488 (NZ) Squadron member.
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Post by errolmartyn on Jan 27, 2019 11:37:52 GMT 12
Apparently the correct death date is actually the 21st - confirmed by a contact of mine who had been in touch with the Waikanae Funeral Home. Errol |
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Post by Dave Homewood on Jan 28, 2019 20:14:30 GMT 12
The following came through as an email from Lawrence Acket of the Catalina Society:
"It is with the deepest of sadness to inform members the passing of Mike Hodgkinson yesterday from an unexpected medical event.
Mike, a founding member of our society was also the most knowledgeable on world wide Catalinas second only to David Legg.
He had toured the Northern USA and Canada extensively capturing as many Catalinas and active waterbombers to have a extensive photographic record of his travels.
He had also amassed a large library of anything Catalina related from world periodicals and was collecting via ebay, a rare collection of post war civil Catalinas images, including never seen before pictures of our own PBY.
Mike was also one of the instigators of scheming the markings of PBY in French Markings. He commissioned a local artist to produce the alluring "Magnifique" nose art mermaid adding to the French Flair bring international aviation media attention.
Our aircraft's cabin has largely benefited from his silently sponsored enhancements from the decorative and hard wearing embroidered headrests to the "repairs" of passenger seat-belts to allow for more modern sized passengers to be secure without the need for extension seat-belts.
Mike was very generous to our organisation even when the commodity milk prices, which he relied on as a dairy farmer, was hitting an international lull.
We understand he would have turned 60 later this year.
Details of his service will be in the Waikato Times and NZ Hearld over the coming days.
God speed Mike.
Radial engines will always resonate in your memory."
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Oh that's a sad loss. RIP Reg.
