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Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 14, 2024 11:25:51 GMT 12
Such a shame to see that Trevor has passed away. He had a magnificent innings though, 105 years. He was a wonderful man, very sharp and very funny. I suspect he might have been the last living member of No. 4 Servicing Unit that worked on Warhawks and Corsairs at Torokina.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 14, 2024 12:47:57 GMT 12
Finally the new page that the NZ Herald set up for obits has a Keyword section now, making it easier to find things. It's nowhere near as good as their old search engine though. Here is one that seems to have been missed.
PASCOE, Jane Sylvia (née Gray) (ex RNZAF). Passed away peacefully on Saturday 14 September 2024 alongside loved husband Ken of 52 years, daughter Rachell, son Brendon. Adored Grandmother to Sophia, Jacob, Hunter, Hudson and Lucia. In accordance with Jane's wishes, a private cremation has taken place, with a small celebration of her life carried out at our private residence. You are forever in our hearts. Cloudy Bay Funeral Services Blenheim F.D.A.N.Z.
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Post by thomarse on Oct 14, 2024 14:11:09 GMT 12
I see it mentioned that Trevor Page was into electroplating. Presumably he was Page Plating in Napier, and although I can't see it in the articles on the Internet I connect them with aircraft in years gone by, maybe the Chrislea Ace ASI? And an Apache?
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Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 14, 2024 14:25:00 GMT 12
Yes, he owned four different aircraft over the years, including the Chrislea which is now at Ashburton Aviation Museum. Trevor worked on aircraft during WWII but he decided to learn to fly aged 50. He did so till he was 90, at which time he decided to stop - not because he felt too old to fly, but because he had trouble getting in and out of the aircraft and he decided it was not fair that he had to keep asking one of the airport firemen to help him. Some time before that he crashed one of his other aircraft, after he'd just purchased it.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 14, 2024 14:25:53 GMT 12
Oh and yes, he had the electroplating company, but he closed it when he turned 99 because the Chinese were undercutting him too much so he decided it was time to retire.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Oct 20, 2024 9:25:21 GMT 12
JONES, Rita Mae. Ex RNZAF. Passed away peacefully on 14th October 2024. Very dearly loved wife of the late Stan. Devoted mother to Irene, Evan and Caroline (mother in-law of Phillip and Stephen). Doting grandmother of Lisa, Troy, Adam and the late Craig. Great grandmother of Archer and Hudson and friend to Dean and Brianna. A service to celebrate Rita's life will be held at Davis Funeral Home, 150 Central Park Drive, Henderson on Wednesday 23rd October at 11am. No flowers by request, donation to Hospice West Auckland appreciated instead.
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Post by trees on Nov 9, 2024 5:55:25 GMT 12
W/O (RTD) Wayne A Hancock (Big Hank) M81109 E FIT RNZAF 16 January 1963 until 22 January 1984 and 1 August 1985 until 22 August 1995.
Passed away at Palmetston North on 6/11/24.
Loved husband of Sylvia, dad of Shaun and Cherie loved grandad to many. A private cremation has been held.
A celebration of Wayne's life will be held on Saturday 16th November 2024 at the Palmerston North Cosmopolitan Club from 1pm to 4pm.
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Post by errolmartyn on Nov 9, 2024 10:42:50 GMT 12
W/O (RTD) Wayne A Hancock (Big Hank) M81109 E FIT RNZAF 16 January 1963 until 22 January 1984 and 1 August 1985 until 22 August 1995. Passed away at Palmetston North on 6/11/24. Loved husband of Sylvia, dad of Shaun and Cherie loved grandad to many. A private cremation has been held. A celebration of Wayne's life will be held on Saturday 16th November 2024 at the Palmerston North Cosmopolitan Club from 1pm to 4pm. From Colin Hanson’s B y Such Deeds – Honours and awards in the Royal New Zealand Air Force, 1923 – 1999 : Chief of Air Stff Commendation (abbreviated citation) HANCOCK, Flight Sergeant Wayne Anthony, M81109, Aircraft Technician. (1989) - for service to the Ohakea Technical Control & Planning Centre.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 11, 2024 10:01:38 GMT 12
John Granger passed away peacefully on Wednesday 6th Nov aged 95. John as an active and popular member of SAA and ARMAC back in Pikes Point days. Although unable to attend meetings in recent years he retained his Auckland Chapter SAANZ membership until last year, making him probably their oldest member. John owned and flew CFM Shadow ZK-MOW.
GRANGER, Francis John Sherwood (John). Died peacefully on November 6th 2024, aged 95 years. Beloved husband of Patricia (Deceased). Father of Sue, Ian, and Phil. Father-in-law of Stephanie and Rosanne. Grandfather to Tanya, Majid, Josh, Keri, Natasha, Samantha and Andrew. Great-grandfather to Anton, Amy, Tyler, Courtney, Nick, Romeo, Persia, and Arthur. Great-great-grandfather to Ayla and Cobie. Our Great Totora has fallen. With family blessings and following his wishes, his body has been accepted by the University of Auckland's Medical School. In lieu of flowers, donations to Totara Hospice are appreciated and messages to John.Granger.Memoriam@gmail.com. The family wishes to thank the Ryman Staff at Bruce McLaren Botany for their heartfelt care over John's final days. A memorial service will be held at All Saints Anglican Church, 17 Selwyn Road, Howick on Tuesday the 19th of November at 11.00am.
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Post by trees on Nov 11, 2024 14:56:03 GMT 12
CPL(W) Jane Frances (nee Lomas) Tomlins N85457 TAINST RNZAF 4 April 1972 until 3 April 1975.
Passed away peacefully at home on 9 November 2024 surrounded by her family.
Adored wife of the late Patrick.
Dearly loved mother of Robina, Ben and Christopher.
Cherished sister of Mary, Timothy, Michael, Catherine and Margaret.
A Rosary will be recited at Madonna Maria Catholic Church 901 Frederick Street, Hastings on Wednesday 13 November 2024 at 6:30pm.
A Requiem Mass to celebrate the life of Jane will be held at the Church on Thursday 14 November at 11am, followed by burial at Mangaroa Cemetery.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 11, 2024 15:25:39 GMT 12
What does/did TAINST stand for?
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Post by bobajob on Nov 12, 2024 2:08:45 GMT 12
Technical Assistant Instruments
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Post by Dave Homewood on Nov 12, 2024 6:50:26 GMT 12
Thanks Bob.
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Post by trees on Nov 13, 2024 9:25:49 GMT 12
LAC (RTD) Todd R Reinke Q91186 SFRMN RNZAF 1 May 1984 until 16 August 1989 on Sunday 10 November 2024 in Brisbane.
Further details TBC
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Post by trees on Nov 16, 2024 5:47:05 GMT 12
W/O (RTD) Michael John (Mike) Proctor E80274 AF FIT RNZAF 10 January 1961 until 12 April 1987. Mike served on 14 and 41 SQNs in Malaysia.
Passed away 15 November 2024 in Feilding. Further information TBA.
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Post by errolmartyn on Nov 16, 2024 9:26:40 GMT 12
W/O (RTD) Michael John (Mike) Proctor E80274 AF FIT RNZAF 10 January 1961 until 12 April 1987. Mike served on 14 and 41 SQNs in Malaysia. Passed away 15 November 2024 in Feilding. Further information TBA. 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) PROCTER, Warrant Officer Michael John, E80274, Aircraft Technician. (1983) - for the outstanding performance of his duties as Deputy Maintenance Flight Commander and Squadron Warrant Officer, 14 Sqn, Ohakea.Errol |
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