Past Funeral Notices

McKEGG David Cameron – ‘It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of David McKegg, beloved Husband, Father & Grandfather. David passed peacefully at the age of 81 surrounded by his family, listening to Kenny Rogers. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nelson Tasman Region Hospice would be appreciated and can be made at View details →

– Passed away peacefully at Nelson Public Hospital surrounded by her family, on Sunday April 7th, 2024 in her 84th year. Much loved wife of Peter. Loving Mum and Mother-in-law of Jeanette and Jake VanderBurg, Claire and Danny Lattin, Peter and Christine Grooby. Loved Nan and GranNan of Rachelle and Loren, Katie, Mike, and Matt, Astrid and Lars, M...

David Richard LAMB – died unexpectedly at home, aged 44 years.  Dearly loved son and stepson of Jane and the late Gerrit, and Richard.  Loved brother of Naomi, and Jesse and brother-in-law of Lisa and Uncle to Oliver. David was a much loved son, uncle, nephew and friend to many.  “Dave you will be loved and missed always”

Messages c/- 90 Pugh Ro...

– (Tom/Mac) passed away peacefully in Nelson on the 17^th March with family at his bedside in his 94^th year.  Dearly loved husband of Vera (deceased), father and father in-law of Sue & Eric, Peter & Rosalind, Tanya & Richard, Narissa & Brian. Treasured Pop of Simon & Victoria, Anthony & Nicola, Catheri...

Maureen Dorothy Elizabeth Montoro WHITE –  died March 20 in Richmond, Nelson, two days short of her 98th birthday. Born in England, Maureen trained as a nurse during WWII, and came to New Zealand in 1948. She met and married her beloved Bill (deceased), and raised four children in Marlborough. Maureen revelled in everything New Zealand offered he...

Donald Andrew BAIN – born 22^nd August 1962 – died 18^th March 2024, age 61 years at Christchurch hospital.  Much loved husband of Michelle Bain.  Father of Daniel McKay and Lachlan Bain, brother of Calum Bain.  Loyal friend to many.  Messages c/- 6 Cornwall Place, Stoke, Nelson 7011.

Family and friends are invited to a celeb...

GUTHRIE Annette – peacefully at Tasman Rest Home, Stoke, Nelson on 9^th March 2024.  A much loved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend.  Messages c/-19 Ariesdale Tce, Toi Toi, Nelson.  A celebration of Annette’s life will be held at Wakapuaka Crematorium, Atawhai Drive, Nelson on Thursday 14^th March 2024 at 11.30...

McKENZIE Joan Elizabeth – dearly loved wife of the late Bob Saunders and the late Ken McKenzie.  Treasured mum of Gordon,  Jan,  Robert,  Lynnette,  Jo-Ann,  Rose and Julie.  And a loved mother in law.  Adored Amma of her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Loved forever.  A funeral service will be held at The Salvation Army, 57 Rutherford St...

STEWART Murray John – peacefully at home on 1^st March 2024, in his 70^th year.  Much loved husband of Alison for 49 years.  A devoted dad and father in law to Sarah and Peter, Jacqui and Glenn, Gemma and Jimmy.  Adored Poppa to Tobias, Gabriel, Phoebe, Esther, and Maeve; Bryn and Arlo; Frankie and Tully.  Loved brother and brother ...

FROHLICH-CURTIS, Pamela (Pam) Aileen –

1937- 2024  Passed away peacefully at Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village on Monday 5^th February 2024.

She was in her 87^th year.

Dearly loved mother and mother in-law of Colin and Conny, Alison and David, Michael and Maree.

Grandmother to 8 and great grandmo...

CUNNINGHAM James Alexander (Jim) – died peacefully at home on 29^th January 2024.  Dearly loved Dad of Tony and Claire; Ray and Raewyn; Frances and Sheldon.  Much loved grandad to Jamie.

Messages to 377 High Street, Motueka 7120.  A celebration of Jim’s life will be held at his home, 377 High Street, Motueka on Wednesday 7^th...

(Cam) passed away peacefully at Nelson Hospice on Monday, January 22, 2024, aged 53. Dearly loved husband of Kim, much loved father of Jack and Kaitlyn, son of Alison and the late Ian McAlpine and brother of Jo. Nephew of Paul, Terry and Yvonne Archer and son-in-law of Cathy Coppell. Messages can be sent to View details →

PRICE Annette Isabel – passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at the Nelson Tasman Hospice on Friday 29th December 2023, aged 72.

Dearly loved partner of Glenny.  Much loved mother of Michelle, Angela, Stephanie and Jonny.  Loved step-mother to Stephen and Melanie.  Loved mother-in-law to John, Nimesha, and Sarah.  Loved sister to...

DAVIS Jessica Susan – passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on 19th December 2023. Beloved mother to Darcy, Levi & Jonah. Much loved daughter, granddaughter, sister, Aunty, Niece, partner and friend to many. A celebration of our beautiful girl will be held at Shedwood Hall, Main Road, Tapawera on Thursday 28th at 2pm.

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BURNS Gary – peacefully at home surrounded by his family on 13th December 2023.

Dearly loved soul mate and husband of Shirley.

Loved Father and Father-in-Law of Sharon and Nigel Williams; Michelle and David Collier; Jason and Heather; and a much loved ‘Gabba’ to his grandchildren.

Loved son of the late Verdun and ...

WALSH Barry Joseph (Bazza) – died peacefully surrounded by family on 9^th December, 2023, aged 73.  A much loved Dad, Grandad, Great Grandad, Brother and friend to many.  Messages to Walsh family, 11 Rata Avenue, Tapawera 7096.  A celebration of Barry’s life will be held at Tapawera Fire Store, Tadmor Valley Road, Tapawera on Thursday 1...

DAWSON Elizabeth “Betty” – passed away peacefully at Rita Angus Retirement village, Kilbirnie on 23rd November 2023, aged 89 years. Loved wife of Des, loved mother of Erin and Lindsay. Much loved Nana to Aquila and Lorcan, Harry and Bonnie. Former Manager of Plunket regions of Kapi-Mana and Nelson/Tasman.

Messages c/- Dawson family, PO Box...

ADAMS Oliver James – unexpectedly at home on 1st December 2023, aged 34.  Dearly loved by his family and friends.

Messages c/- 41 Robinson Road, The Brook, Nelson 7010.

A gathering for family and friends will be held in The Courtyard, Fairfield House, 48 Van Diemen Street, Nelson on Thursday 7th December 2023 at 2.00pm.

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SAY Brian Allen  – died 3 November 2023, aged 88 years. Much loved husband of Stella.  Loved father to Julie (UK), and stepfather to Gareth and Eric.  Messages c/- PO Box 7103, Nelson 7040 or online at https://nelson.simplicity.co.nz/send-a-tribute/  A memorial service to celebrate Brian’s l...

SMALE Sarah, nee Caughey – Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Monday November 27, 2023 aged 84 years. Beloved wife of the late David (d. 2017). Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Peter and Uiga, Belinda and Mark, Richard and Jenny. Much loved grandmother of Rex, John, Sidney and Mose. Loved sister of David, Pat, John...

GOULTER Timothy Gerald Washbourn –  died at home surrounded by family and friends on 6^th November 2023, aged 75.  Dearly loved soulmate of Wendy, much loved Dad to Jayna and forever adored Grandad to Sam, Gemma & Lachlan, Loved Uncle to John, Mikailah, Vicki, Dan & Pip.  Greatly loved brother and brother in law of Alan and the ...

MERRICK Vera – died at home surrounded by the love of Mike on Monday 13^th November 2023.  Vera was a much loved daughter, step-mum and Oma.  A special friend and colleague to many.  “She will be sadly missed.”  Messages c/- 33 Bay View Road, Atawhai, Nelson 7010.  As Vera wished and in lieu of flowers, donations to MND NZ would be appreciate...

BOYD Annette Mary – died peacefully at Nelson Hospital on 21^st September 2023, aged 84.  Dearly loved wife of the late Jim Boyd.  Loved Mum of Peter, Caroline, and Shelley.  Mother-in-law of Joye; the late Louis; and Lenny.  Loved Nanna to her 7 grandchildren and her 14 great grandchildren.  Loved sister of Richard.  Messages to 168 Kawai St...

GREEN Jack – died peacefully at home on 18th November 2023, aged 19. Much loved son of Nadia and Rowan. Jack was a cherised grandson, godson, nephew, cousin and friend. A loyal best friend to Dom.

Messages c/-PO Box 7103, Nelson,7040. In leiu of flowers donations to Muscular Dystrophy Association would be appreciated and can be made at htt...

PALMER Colleen Elizabeth – died October 30, 2023, aged 85 years.  Dearly loved wife of the late John Palmer and loved mother and mother-in-law of Tony and Lorraine, and Graeme.

Loved Nan of Alesha and Max, Sally and Aaron, Heather.  Loved Great-Nana of Jayden and Rose.

Messages c/- PO Box 7103, Nelson.

A memorial service in c...

NEWTON Gordon Laurence – passed away peacefully on November 1, 2023 in Stoke, Nelson, aged 87 years.  Dearly loved husband of the late Margaret.  Loved father of Paul and Grant, father in law of Merryl and grandfather of Olivia, Adam and Katie.  Our sincerest thanks to the many people who have been involved in Gordon’s care and in particular to the won...

STUART Colin Joseph – passed away peacefully at Nelson Hospital surrounded by family on 24^th September 2023, aged 68.  Much loved Dad to Jessica, Hannah, Natalie and Claudia and their partners.  Loved Grandad to Ruby-Lou, Jordyn; Angus and Maeve; Mila and Kora and future wee ones.  Messages c/- 22 Sutton Street, Richmond 7020.  A celeb...

COOTE Thomas (Tom)  – died suddenly on 21^st September at Nelson Hospital, aged 55 years.  Much loved son of the late Philip and Gabrielle.  Loved brother and brother in law of Kate; Anthony and Rachel; Bridget and Lloyd; the late Richard; Tim and Jo.  A loved uncle to his nieces and nephews, and friend to many.  Message c/- PO Box 7103, Nels...

KRAMMER Averil – the family and friends of Averil Krammer are warmly invited to attend a celebration of her life to be held at Hills Community Church, 129 Higgs Road, Mapua, on Monday 11^th September 2023 at 10.30am.

You are warmly invited to bring a plate to share for morning tea.

Please note access via Mapua Drive/Aranui Road ...

THOMASON Neal Craig – died suddenly doing what he loved doing on the golf course on 27^th August 2023, aged 68.

Adored husband to Tina.  Much loved father and father in law to Donna and Phil; Corey; Karl and Ash; and the late Brent and Nicola.  Treasured Grandad to his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Messages c/- PO...

VAN GINKEL Cornelis Johannes (Kees) – died peacefully on 26^th August 2023, aged 94 years.

Dearly loved husband to Jean for 61 years.  Loved father of Marie-Ann, and Margaret.  Loved Opa to Sam and Ren̕ee, and Imogen.  Brother to Alie.  Also loved dearly by Mary and Jo.

Messages c/- PO Box 7103, Nelson 7042.  In lieu of flowers ...