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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 18, 2016 18:02:56 GMT 12
This has come in from John Forrest, via Norm Empson:
LAC (RTD) R. A. (Red) Smith S80631 MMWKR RNZAF 1 January 1962 to 7 January 1970
Hi John,
I have been informed by the family of RA Smith (Red) of his passing on Friday night (NZ time). Red was an esteemed member of "C" Flt, 19 Course, BES. Red lived in the USA for many years and his funeral will be held in Chicago, his city of residence. I have no contact details at this time.
Kind regards,
Grahame (Boundary) Allport
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 18, 2016 18:06:11 GMT 12
SGT (RTD) Maree Elizabeth BRITTEN U88338 SLIB RNZAF 11 October 1977 to 10 October 1997
BRITTEN, Maree Elizabeth: On Tuesday, April 12, 2016, in her 58th year. Dearly loved and precious daughter of Claire and the late Dick van Tongeren. Specially loved sister of David, and Graham and sister-in-law of Margaret, and Janice. Dearly loved aunty to her nieces and nephews.Finally at rest after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Messages to the Britten Family, C\- PO Box 31300, Christchurch 8444. The Funeral Service for Maree will be held at the City Church, 344 Manchester Street, on Tuesday, April 19, 2016, at 1.30pm.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 20, 2016 11:28:43 GMT 12
ADAMS, Joye (nee Molesworth) (WRNZAF Corporal W, E83770). On Tuesday 19 April 2016, at Tauranga Hospital. Wife of Ken, mother to Dixon, second daughter of Val and Doug Molesworth (both deceased), and sister to Gaye Arrowsmith and Anne Williams. A service for Joye will be held at Tauranga Park, 383 Pyes Pa Road, Tauranga, on Saturday 23 April 2016 at 10.30am, followed by a burial at Pyes Pa Cemetery. Communication to the Joye Adams Family c/o P.O Box 3136 Tauranga 3142.
W/O (RTD) Bernard Francis Way T464180 Photographer RNZAF 1956-1977.
WAY, Bernard Francis (Bernie):Surrounded by his loving family at Arohanui Hospice after a short illness on Saturday, April 16, 2016. Aged 79 years. Loving husband of Barbara for 55 years. Beloved father and father in law of Karen (deceased) and David Peake, Alan and Sue, Helen and Graeme Claasen, and Suzanne. Loved Grandad to his 12 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers donations to the Arohanui Hospice PO Box 5349 Palmerston North would be appreciated or may be left in the Church foyer. Friends are invited to attend a service for Bernie at St Andrew's Anglican Church, Bridge Street Bulls, on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at 2pm.
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 22, 2016 16:12:41 GMT 12
W/O (RTD) Raymond Sydney Slatter L73495 CLKADMIN RNZAF 12 May 1949 to 29 June 1973. On April 17, 2016, peacefully passed away at The Princess Margaret Hospital, aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Jean, much loved brother of Joyce, godfather of Michelle, and much loved uncle of Neroli and his many nieces and nephews. Messages to the Slatter Family, C/- 19 London Street, Christchurch. 8013.
In lieu of flowers donations to the Alzheimers Society would be appreciated and may be made at the service. The Funeral Service for Ray will be held in our Chapel, entry from London and Whitmore Streets, Tomorrow (Friday), at 10.00am.
From John Forrest via Norm Empson:
FLT LT (RTD) Rex Graeme Baxter J102657 ENGR 19 February 1979 to 14 August 1984
Folks,
This message is to advise you that Mr Rex Baxter who was formerly a member of the NZAF and a former employee of GCSB and MFAT passed away here in Canberra last night. I expect that there will be a number of old friends in the NZ Government who would appreciate knowing. I have no further details at the moment.
Regards
Warren Williams
Managing Director
Codarra Advanced Systems Pty Ltd
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 25, 2016 16:08:58 GMT 12
The following comes from Norm Empson via Bob Howe:
Hello all,
Sad news I’m afraid. Bruce Tayler passed away in Australia on the 23rd of April. He died at home with his son Brett beside him. I know that the thoughts of all of you will be with Brett, and with Bruce’s wider family.
Bruce e mailed me earlier this week to ask me to liaise for him between his son Brett and the RNZAF Network. I immediately replied saying that I was happy to do so. At the time he was in a Brisbane Hospice but was expecting to go home to family. In his e mail Bruce said that at the end Brett would bring his ashes back to NZ, to be placed with those of his wife Trish in Hamilton.
I believe Bruce graduated from 24 aircrew course and I first met him when we were both on Freighters on 41 Squadron at RAF Changi.in 59/60. Following that tour he went on to fly on 40 Squadron right through to the late 60s. He held many transport related posts in his RNZAF career and around 1986 he held a post in Saudi Arabia during the first Gulf War.
He will be missed.
Best regards to all from Bob
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Post by Dave Homewood on Apr 28, 2016 18:09:03 GMT 12
BUDGEN, Raymond Ronald: RAF # 1898672, RNZAF # 76472, aged 90. Wednesday, 20 April, Ray passed away to join his sweetheart. Dearly loved husband of the late Edith and loving father and father-in-law of Enid and Murray Belchamber, Terry, Ann and Geoff Urwin, Bill and Maureen, Robert and Ann, Ray, Trish (Pat) and David Cowley, Peter and Trish, Shona and Rob Laursen, Keith and Janet. Loving grandad of 33, great grandad of 63 and great great grandad of 5. A special thanks to the staff at St Joan's Home and Hospital. The service for Ray will be held at Simply Cremations Funeral Home, 388 Wairere Drive, Te Rapa, Hamilton, Monday, 25 April 2016 at 11am.
SIMPLY CREMATIONS FUNERAL SERVICES
MCKENTY, Robert (Bob). Ser No: 444037 AC2 RNZAF WWII. Peacefully at Tokoroa Hospital on the 26th April 2016. In his 91st year. Dearly loved husband to the late Colleen. Much loved father and father in law to Vicki, Cheryll, Grant and Veronica, and Tracey. Loved "Bob Bob" to Jessica and Robert, Phoenix, Zeana, Caleb, and Nathan. Loved brother to Lainie and Laurie, Graham and Sue and all the family. Special companion to Lena and special friend to Lois Hannon. "In our hearts forever" Donations to the Tokoroa R.S.A.Welfare fund would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A Service for Bob will be held at the The Tokoroa Club Chambers street on Monday 2nd May at 11a.m. followed by private cremation. Special thanks to Dr Caldwell, Tokoroa District Nurses and Medical and Nursing staff of Tokoroa Hospital. South Waikato Funeral Services Ltd, FDANZ P O Box 459, Tokoroa
DUNKLEY, Thomas Anthony (Tony). R.A.F. Reg No 1925587 1952-66 R.A.E. Farnborough 1967-68 Air N.Z. 1969-2000 Peacefully on the 23rd April 2016 aged 79 years. Husband of Mary, Father of Sarah and James, Father-in-law of Julie and Grandfather of Zoey and Lewis. Son of Elizabeth and Tom Dunkley BEM. of Guildford Surrey and brother of Dorothy Hart and Family and Brephany (deceased) Tony has been cremated and his ashes will be interred with his Mother and Father in Guildford. No flowers by request. A donation to Tonys favourite Charity "The Fred Hollows Foundation" Private Bag 99909 Newmarket 1149 would be appreciated. All contact to sid- gay@xtra.co.nz Martin Williams Funeral Directors Ph (09) 277-7375 FDANZ
SWAN, Joyce: 809561 CPL WAAC, LAC WAAF. On Thursday, April 21, 2016, peacefully at Middlepark Resthome and Village; aged 95 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Bob, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Cherie and Reuben, Iain, and Maree, loved Grandma of Jason, Majella; Travis, Addam, and Shao-hwei, and great-grandmother of Lakyn, and beloved sister of Frankie Mills. The family wish to acknowledge the tender care extended to Joyce by the staff at Middlepark. In lieu of flowers donations to the S.P.C.A. and The Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be made at the service. Messages to the Swan family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A Funeral Service for Joyce will be held in the Academy Funeral Services Chapel, 65 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton, on Tuesday, April 26, at 10.30am, followed by interment at the Prebbleton Cemetery.
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Post by Dave Homewood on May 3, 2016 2:20:30 GMT 12
WARREN, Madeline Margaret RNZAF 2802 WAAF Peacefully on 1st May 2016, aged 94 years. Loving and beloved wife of Jim for 70 years. Mother to Louise and the late Robert. Mother-in-law to Sandra and Frank. Nana to Rebecca and Jimmy; James and Helen. Great Grand Mother to Sam, Will and Hannah. "To live in the hearts of those we love is not to die". Thanks to the Staff of Sarah Selwyn for their loving care and kindness. Service at Chapel of Christ the King, Selwyn Village, 43 Target Road, Pt Chevalier on Thursday 5th May at 1.30pm. In lieu of flowers donations to St John at www.stjohn.org.nz. HOOPER, Richard Leslie: Service No 429805 Corporal RNZAF. Of Levin. Passed away peacefully on Thursday, 28 April 2016; aged 93 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Trish. Loved Pop of James and Clare. Loved grandad of Lachie and Milly. Treasured brother of June. Dearly loved uncle of Shona and Mark. Fond great uncle of Nikolai and Andrei. Service at The Levin Home for War Veterans Lounge, Prouse Street, Levin on Wednesday, 4 May 2016 at 11am. Private cremation to follow at The Avenue Crematorium, Levin. ROBERTSON, Gordon. D.F.C. Flt.Lt. R.A.F. WWII Gordon set sail on the ebb tide, 1st May 2016, in his 94th year. Beloved Husband of Dorothy for 68 years. Adored Father and Father-in- Law of Penny and Warwick, Nicky and Rick, Alastair and Rose, Libby and Patrick. Much loved Grandfather of Sian and Jason, John and Adele, Anna, Chris and Celine, Jessie and Werner, Sam and Nina, Luke, Jake, Violet and Briny and Great - Grandfather of Zoe, Ruby, Jack, William, Darius, Sam, Poppy, Jayden, Ethan, Caleb and Aria. The family would like to thank Kate McLean Homecare, Lifewise and the staff of Ward 68 Auckland Hospital for the loving care given to Gordon. A ceremony to celebrate the life of Gordon will be held at St Thomas's Church, 368 Kohimarama Road on Friday 6th May at 11.30 am. |
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Post by errolmartyn on May 3, 2016 10:11:27 GMT 12
ROBERTSON, Gordon. D.F.C. Flt.Lt. R.A.F. WWII Gordon set sail on the ebb tide, 1st May 2016, in his 94th year. Beloved Husband of Dorothy for 68 years. Adored Father and Father-in- Law of Penny and Warwick, Nicky and Rick, Alastair and Rose, Libby and Patrick. Much loved Grandfather of Sian and Jason, John and Adele, Anna, Chris and Celine, Jessie and Werner, Sam and Nina, Luke, Jake, Violet and Briny and Great - Grandfather of Zoe, Ruby, Jack, William, Darius, Sam, Poppy, Jayden, Ethan, Caleb and Aria. The family would like to thank Kate McLean Homecare, Lifewise and the staff of Ward 68 Auckland Hospital for the loving care given to Gordon. A ceremony to celebrate the life of Gordon will be held at St Thomas's Church, 368 Kohimarama Road on Friday 6th May at 11.30 am. Appears to be same as 134367 Flt Lt Gordon Robertson, RAFVR. DFC published in London Gazette of 2 Oct 45 (no citation but unit given as 605 Sqn). To New Zealand post-war? Errol |
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Post by Dave Homewood on May 3, 2016 10:24:54 GMT 12
Interesting. That would probably have made him a Mosquito intruder aircrew member?
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Post by Dave Homewood on May 4, 2016 11:28:56 GMT 12
GAMBLE, Eric Douglas 1393643 W/O 62 Squadron RAF, 77481 Master Signaller 41 Squadron RNZAF. Born 11 February 1924. Passed away peacefully at Rannerdale War Veterans Home on 01 May 2016; aged 92. Beloved husband of the late Patricia Gamble (nee Rieth) gone just over a year ago and wonderful Dad of Max, Mark and Kim. Many thanks to the carers and staff of Princess Margaret Hospital, Rannerdale and friends of the family. A closed private funeral has been held. A remembrance gathering will be held at the RSA 74 Armagh St Chch on Sunday 22 May 2016 at 2pm.
MILLER, Raymond Charles: RNZAF 428365 A.C.1. Passed away 30 April, aged 94 years, at Maida Vale Retirement Village, Bell Block. Loving husband of Joyce (deceased) and Florence (deceased). Beloved father and father-in-law of Janis and Peter Hancock, Elaine and Dail Jones, Wayne Miller (Vancouver), Robert Miller and Melany McLennan (Perth, WA). Loved granddad of Janine Rasmussen, Andrew Hancock, Joanne Rosieur, Christopher Jones, Rachel Marshall-Jones, Nicholas Jones, Darren and Daniel Miller. Great-grandfather of Alex Rasmussen, Sean Hancock, Huxley Jones and Amelia Marshall-Jones.
"We will never forget you."
A service to celebrate Ray's life will be held at 2pm on Saturday, 7 May 2016, at St James Church, Lawry Street, New Plymouth.
CLARK, Norman Alfred Thomas: Reg 79641, passed away suddenly at his home; 22.6.1942 - 2.5.2016
Loved father and father-in-law of Sandra and Andrew (Canterbury), John and Heidi (Perth), and Ann-Marie (Sam) (Melbourne). Loved Grandad of Michael and Jenna; Zafirah and Syakir, Connor and Paige. Ex-husband of Evelyn.
"At Peace"
Messages may be sent to the Clark Family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to St John would be appreciated and may be made at the service or sent to PO Box 467, Blenheim 7240. A Funeral Service for Norman will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets, Blenheim, on Wednesday, May 11, at 11.00am, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium.
Geoffrey T Sowman F.D.A.N.Z. Tel 03 578 4719
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Post by Dave Homewood on May 4, 2016 19:44:51 GMT 12
MacDonell, Robert Nevill, S/N 71450, SQN LDR, RNZAF. On Thurs 28 April 2016, peacefully at Monte Vista, Taupo, aged 91 years. Loved husband of the late Elva. Beloved father and father-in-law of Gail and Peter, Robert and Maggie, Brian and Diana, Beth and Barry, Scott and Vicki. Loved grandfather to his 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. A service to celebrate Bob's life will be held at the Founders Chapel of Remembrance, 117 Rickit Street, Taupo, on Friday 6 May at 2.00pm, followed by burial at the Taupo Lawn Cemetery. Medals may be worn. In lieu of flowers, donations to the NZ Cancer Society, PO Box 12700, Wellington would be appreciated, or may be left at the service. All communication to the MacDonell Family, C/- PO Box 940 Taupo.
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Post by errolmartyn on May 4, 2016 20:36:29 GMT 12
MacDonell, Robert Nevill, S/N 71450, SQN LDR, RNZAF. On Thurs 28 April 2016, peacefully at Monte Vista, Taupo, aged 91 years. Loved husband of the late Elva. Beloved father and father-in-law of Gail and Peter, Robert and Maggie, Brian and Diana, Beth and Barry, Scott and Vicki. Loved grandfather to his 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. A service to celebrate Bob's life will be held at the Founders Chapel of Remembrance, 117 Rickit Street, Taupo, on Friday 6 May at 2.00pm, followed by burial at the Taupo Lawn Cemetery. Medals may be worn. In lieu of flowers, donations to the NZ Cancer Society, PO Box 12700, Wellington would be appreciated, or may be left at the service. All communication to the MacDonell Family, C/- PO Box 940 Taupo. Enlisted 22 Jun 46 as NZ461670, renumbered 71450 Jan 1949. Errol |
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Post by Dave Homewood on May 9, 2016 0:04:18 GMT 12
BLACK, Clifford William (Cliff). JP NZ4213145, W/O, RNZAF, WWII. Cliff passed away peacefully in his 94th year on 7 May 2016. Loved husband of the late Shirley. Precious dad of Rob, Sonya and Renn. Grandpa/ Pop to Trudy, Logan, Jhi and Curtis. Great- grandpa to Lola and Jude. 'A true gentleman, gone but never forgotten' In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Tainui St John Ambulance may be left at the service. Messages to 476 Riddell Road, St Heliers, Auckland, 1071. A celebration of Cliff's life will be held at the Mokau Hall, Mokau on Wednesday 11 May 2016 at 11.00am, followed by burial at Mokau Cemetery. Vospers Funeral Home New Plymouth, FDANZ
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Post by Dave Homewood on May 9, 2016 21:46:34 GMT 12
MULDREW, Hugh Alexander: Q.S.M. RNZAF 436766. On 7 May 2016, peacefully at Rendell On Reed, Oamaru. Aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of Trixie, much loved father and father-in-law of Beverly and Peter Iremonger, Keith and Gonny Muldrew, Graeme and Caroline Muldrew, Wendy Muldrew, Julie and Dave Macaulay, Grant Muldrew, Paula and Malcolm Mason, and loved granddad of all his grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. A service to celebrate Hugh's life will be held at the Oamaru Club Inc Hall, Severn Street, Oamaru, on Thursday 12 May, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by a private cremation. Messages to 88A Perth Street, Oamaru 9400.
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Post by pjw4118 on May 10, 2016 11:24:28 GMT 12
Cliff Black flew as navigator with the Coster crew on the final attack on the Tirpitz. The aircraft put down in Sweden and the crew were safely repatriated a week or so later.
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Post by Dave Homewood on May 12, 2016 2:25:36 GMT 12
Sad to see the lovely ex-WAAF Margaret Morris has passed away  MORRIS, Margaret Regt. No. W2553 W.A.A.F. R.N.Z.A.F. WWII. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 10th May 2016 at her home in Cambridge aged 94 years. Loved daughter of the late John and Gwendoline Morris. Dearly loved sister and sister in law of the late Trevor and Betty Morris, John and Pamela Morris, Grace and the late Graeme Ronayne and Bob Morris. Loved friend of Carol. Cherished and loved Auntie of her Nieces and Nephews and their families. Loved and respected by her many friends. A service for Margaret will be held on Saturday 14th May 2016 at 12 noon in Trinity St. Pauls Union Parish Church, Queen Street, Cambridge. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Johns would be appreciated and can be left at the service. All communications please to the Morris Family, PO Box 104 Cambridge.Cambridge Funeral Services FDANZ GIBBS, Cedric Albert (ANZAC Bill). Service no. 439880. 25th Squadron RNZAF Aircraftsman 1st Class. Born 22 February 1925 passed away 10 May 2016 at home with his family by his side. A dad to be remembered by Lynette and Tony; Glyen; Margaret; Greg (Shag) and Nikki; Bill (Squid); Perry (Kooch) and Helen; Stephanie and the Late Gary; the Late Craig (Ginger) and the Late Rebecca. Grandad to 20 Grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren. No flowers by the family's request a donation may be made to the Far North RSA PO Box 163, Kaitaia. A gathering for Bill will be held on Saturday 14th May 2016 at 12 noon at his home in Mangonui followed by private cremation. All communications to Geards Funeral Home, 13 Pukepoto Road, Kaitaia 094080970 McGREGOR-MACDONALD, Duncan Lyness. Flt Lieutenant RNZAF 1939-45. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday the 10th of May 2016, aged 96. For 74 years the loving husband of Esme. Loved dad of Robin (deceased), Chris and Martin. Adored Gump to many grand, great and great great grandchildren. A service to celebrate Lyness' life will be held at Grange Manor, 400 Dominion Road, Mount Eden on Friday 13 May at 1.30pm. CUMMINGS, James Anderson Reid (Jim): RAF #2437290 LAC. Passed away peacefully in Christchurch Hospital after a short illness, on Friday, May 6, 2016, aged 85.Dearly loved husband and best friend of Janet, much loved father of Ian and Jenny (Pukekohe), Alan and Suzanne (Wellington), Craig (Scotland), Anna and Barry (Christchurch), and Catherine and Ian (Nelson). Special and much loved Grandad of Jordan, Ashley, Lachlan and Aleck, Braden, Rebecca and Keighley, David, Emma and Sophie. Loved wee brother of Bette and Evelyn (Scotland), and the late Esther and Sarah. Son-in-law of the late John and Edna Crane, and brother-in-law of Michael and Mary, Judith and Paul, Margaret and Kevin, Susan, and the late David. Treasured Uncle Jim to all his many nieces and nephews here and overseas. Messages C/- the Cumming's family to PO Box 35-046, Christchurch 8640. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the NZ Heart Foundation would be appreciated and may be made at the service. A service to celebrate Jim's life will be held at the Harewood Crematorium Chapel, Johns Road, on Saturday, May 14, at 1.30pm. |
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Post by errolmartyn on May 12, 2016 4:45:33 GMT 12
McGREGOR-MACDONALD, Duncan Lyness. Flt Lieutenant RNZAF 1939-45. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday the 10th of May 2016, aged 96. For 74 years the loving husband of Esme. Loved dad of Robin (deceased), Chris and Martin. Adored Gump to many grand, great and great great grandchildren. A service to celebrate Lyness' life will be held at Grange Manor, 400 Dominion Road, Mount Eden on Friday 13 May at 1.30pm. From some PoW notes made by the late Colin Hanson and me: McGREGOR-MacDONALD, Flight Lieutenant Duncan Lyness. NZ391362. Born Glasgow, Scotland, 17 Jan 1920. RNZAF 19 Nov 1939 to 30 Mar 1946. Pilot. Aircraft damaged during an attack on a Japanese airfield at Heho, Burma, on the night of 1 Apr 1943 with 99 Sqn RAF (Wellington). The crew baled out while over the Chin hills, just inside enemy held territory. Flt Lt McGregor-MacDonald had flown a total of 44 sorties - 22 in UK and 22 in Burma. PoW Rangoon jail. Liberated Rangoon 30 April 1945 and transported by ship to Calcutta. Aged 96 - not a bad innings for someone who survived being a prisoner of the Japanese for two years. Errol |
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Post by Dave Homewood on May 12, 2016 11:18:32 GMT 12
Wow, what a story.
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Post by shorty on May 12, 2016 21:32:19 GMT 12
GP CAPT (RTD) Arthur Ross (Ross) MARBECK P81387 GD (P) RNZAF 7 January 1964 to 19 March 1995.
On May 7, 2016, at Nurse Maude Hospice, Christchurch, after a short illness; aged 74 years. Deeply loved husband, best friend and soul mate of Judy. Much loved and missed father and father-in-law of Deanna and Hazel and Keely and Jon. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Special thanks to the staff at the Hospice for their care and compassion.
A service for Ross will be held in Lychgate Chapel, 7 Johnsonville Road, Johnsonville, Wellington, at 11.00am, on Tuesday, May 17, 2016.
The interment for Ross will be held in Christchurch at Springston Cemetery, Weedons Road, on Wednesday, May 18, 2016, at 2.00pm. All messages to "the Marbeck family", c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude Hospice Christchurch would be appreciated and may be left at the service, or posted to PO Box 36126, Merivale, Christchurch 8146.
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Post by errolmartyn on May 12, 2016 21:36:55 GMT 12
GP CAPT (RTD) Arthur Ross (Ross) MARBECK P81387 GD (P) RNZAF 7 January 1964 to 19 March 1995. On May 7, 2016, at Nurse Maude Hospice, Christchurch, after a short illness; aged 74 years. Deeply loved husband, best friend and soul mate of Judy. Much loved and missed father and father-in-law of Deanna and Hazel and Keely and Jon. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Special thanks to the staff at the Hospice for their care and compassion. A service for Ross will be held in Lychgate Chapel, 7 Johnsonville Road, Johnsonville, Wellington, at 11.00am, on Tuesday, May 17, 2016. The interment for Ross will be held in Christchurch at Springston Cemetery, Weedons Road, on Wednesday, May 18, 2016, at 2.00pm. All messages to "the Marbeck family", c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude Hospice Christchurch would be appreciated and may be left at the service, or posted to PO Box 36126, Merivale, Christchurch 8146. From Colin Hanson’s By Such Deeds – Honours and awards in the Royal New Zealand Air Force, 1923 – 1999 : MARBECK, Group Captain Arthur Ross, (cvsa). P81387; Born Auckland, 19 Mar 1942; RNZAF 7 Jan 1964 to 19 Mar 1995; Pilot. Hon Aide-de-Camp to HE the Governor-General 1 Nov 1984 to 31 Oct 1985. Citation Queen’s Commendation for Valuable Service in the Air (QB1978): Squadron Leader Marbeck joined the RNZAF as a University Officer Cadet in 1964 and graduated as a pilot in 1966. During 1976/77 he completed a tour with No 41 Sqn in Singapore where, as a Flt Lt, he was appointed as the Bristol Freighter Section Commander. At a time when the remainder of the RNZAF fleet of Bristol Freighters was being withdrawn from service, Sqn Ldr Marbeck’s enthusiasm, diligence, and dextrous handling of both manpower and aircraft resources enabled No 41 Sqn to maintain, and in some areas improve on, its fine tradition of service in the area. Not only did he bear the brunt of routine flying, crew recategorisation test flights, and administration, but he performed excellently in his role as a VIP Freighter captain. He flew several Ambassadorial flights around the outlying islands of Indonesia which drew very favourable comment from the two Ambassadors involved and the NZ Force Commander. During his two year tour Sqn Ldr Marbeck achieved 1000 hours of ‘in-theatre’ Freighter flying. Because of the nature of Freighter support tasks flown in S E Asia, Sqn Ldr Marbeck was frequently called upon either as the aircraft captain involved or in his capacity as Freighter Section Commander to provide solutions to technical and other problems experienced in isolated locations. His resourceful, imaginative, and thoroughly professional handling of such problems enabled the squadron to complete many tasks which may otherwise have not come to fruition.
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