The Lychway

DONALD,
Brendon Raymond:
With great sadness we announce the loss of our dear father, Brendon Raymond Donald. Passed away peacefully Thursday 16 February 2023 at Palmerston North Hospital surrounded byhis family. Beloved husband of the late Margaret Joyce Donald. Dearly loved father to James & Maria, and Kelly & Dave. Adored Granddad of Holly, Charlotte, Sam, Lily and Jett. Big brother to Helen & Sefton (both dec), Alan & Bonnie, Heather & Alan, and Laurie & Veronica, along with being a dear and sincere friend to many others, especially Ross & June O’Reilly. A private service has been undertaken. Messages can be sent to the Donald family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.

WINDLE, Michael:
(late of Auckland) Died at Woodlands Palmerston North on 17 February 2023. Father of Alan (Horseman’s Cafè, Shannon). Active uncle of Terry (deceased), Graeme and Brent McCarty (all of Auckland). Long time friend of Lorna King. At Michael’s request a cremation has taken place.

POUTU,
John Te Ahi Waaka:
31 March 1927
15 February 2023
Passed away peacefully at Palmerston North surrounded by his whānau, aged 95 years. Oldest child of Tame Peehi Poutu and Mere Joy Poutu (nee Coffin). Formerly of Āria/Piopio, Puketihi/Ōhura, Tūrangi, Ōhaupō and Whangamomona. Husband of the late Patricia (Pat) Poutu (nee Thomas). Father and Father-in-Law of Diane & John Stevenson, Jeff and Margaret Poutu (Auckland), Steven Lewis Poutu, Rongonui Helen Poutu-Smith & David Smith, Suzanne Ngamuringa Poutu (Tūrangi), Waaka and Tracey Poutu, Penny Poutu (Palmerston North). Grandfather of 15 and Great-grandfather of 10.
Farewell to a coalminer, hunter and gatherer – gone for his final beer.
Johnny will lie at Mōkau Kohunui Marae Piopio from lunchtime Friday 17th February 2023. The burial Service will be held on Saturday 18th February 2023 at 11.00am followed by burial at Mangakatote Urup, Wairere Rd, Piopio.
Haere e koro, hoki wairua atu rā kiō mātua tūpuna.
Nā te Whānau Poutu
Whānau contact 027 7571917

TAVITA FAAIUASO,
Poto (nee Talalelei):
16 July 1948 – 9 February 2023, aged 74. Aue! Ua maliliu toa, ua tagi ai nei le fatu le ‘ele’ele. Ua talai ofu tau, ua vala’au le Atua ia Poto lana auauna fa’amaoni. Passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family. Dearly loved and cherished wife of Fuiono (Dave Faaiuaso) Faaiuaso. Greatly loved mother of David, late Faaui, Filo, Epenesa and Nigel. Much loved mother-in-law to Salome Faaiuaso, Dean Baillie and Sarah Gordon. Much loved Nana to her grandchildren, Leilani and Ariana, Panapa Jnr Lafoa’i (dec), Ishmael, DC, Jack, Daniel & Amy. Beloved sister to Talafou and Alo (Talalelei), Epenesa Ti’i, Niuatala (Opa) and Kea (Siafua). Much loved sister-in-law, cousin, aunty, teacher and friend to many. Poto was a longstanding member of the Samoan Congregational Christian Church (EFKS), Palmerston North, led by Rev Periti and Tiana Fauolo. She was an active member of the local Pasifika and wider community. Ia manuia lau malaga. A Family Service will be held
at 5.30pm, on Wednesday
15 February 2023 at the Congregational Christian Church of Samoa (EFKS), 39 Havelock Avenue, Palmerston North. The funeral service will be held at 10.00am, on Thursday 16 February 2023 at the same address as above. A burial service with be held at the Kelvin Grove Cemetery followed by lunch back at the EFKS Church hall.

HINCKS,
Noel Charles (Smiley):
Of Himitangi, passed away peacefully at Arohanui Hospice on Thursday 19 January 2023, aged 77 years. Loved husband of Tracey. Loved Dad of Christine, Raymond, Janine, Emily, and Darren (dec). Treasured grandad of his grandchildren. Messages to the Hincks family, C/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North 4440. As per Smiley’s wishes, a private service has been held.

EASTON,
Herrick Sydney (Syd):
Of Palmerston North. Passed away unexpectedly on Saturday 4 February 2023, aged 76 years. Adored husband of Audrey Shepherd. Loved husband of the late Pam. Loved Dad of Charlotte (dec), Naomi, Mark, and Eddie. Treasured Grandad of his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loved by his extended family and friends. In lieu of flowers, a donation made to the Neurological Foundation would be appreciated and may be left in the church entrance. A celebration of Syd’s life will be held at Central Baptist Church, 190 Church Street, Palmerston North, on Monday 13 February 2023 at 11.00am. Messages to the Easton Family, C/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North 4440.

WEBB, Kevin Ralph:
Of Palmerston North, formerly of Invercargill. Passed away peacefully at home on Monday 30 January 2023. Aged 74 years. Dearly loved husband of Mila. Loved Dad of Angelita and Jamie, Troy and Dee, Kristal, Kevin and Logo, Graham and Finn, and Lesa and Nase. Adored by his Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren. Loved by his extended family and friends. In lieu of flowers, a donation made to Arohanui Hospice would be appreciated and may be left in the Chapel foyer. Family and friends are invited to a service for Kevin at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Thursday 2 February 2023 at 2.00pm. Messages to the Webb Family, C/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.

VILE, Mavis Lucy (May):
Of Palmerston North. Peacefully at Star 2, Palmerston North Hospital, with family present, on Tuesday 24 January 2023. Aged 96 years. Loved wife of the late Ray for 53 years. Loved Mum of David and Karen, Gavin and Kelly, Paul and Dianna, Debbie and Russell. Loved Gran of Gregory, Abby; Melissa, Amanda, Christopher, Michael, Lizzie; Elliot, Georgina; Michelle, and David. Loved by all her great-grandchildren. Dearly loved by her identical twin sister Phyl. A celebration of May’s life will be held at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Friday 27 January 2023 at 1.00pm. In lieu of flowers, a donation made to St John would be appreciated and may be left in the Chapel foyer. Messages can be sent to the Vile family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.

ANNEAR,
Patricia Ellen Mary (Pat):
Of Morrinsville, formerly of Waihi and Palmerston North. Passed away peacefully at Kingswood Rest home, Morrinsville, on Saturday 14 January 2023. Aged 88 years. Loved wife of the late Walter (Wally). Loved mum of the late Bernard (Bernie), and Maree and Brian Procter. Adored Grandma of Aidan and Leah, Keegan and Georgina, and their respective families. Messages to the Annear family, C/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North 4440. A Requiem Mass for Pat will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 96 Shamrock Street, Palmerston North, on Thursday 19 January 2023 at 1.00pm, followed by interment at Kelvin Grove Lawn Cemetery.

CLARKE,
Rosemary Ann (Ro):
Of Palmerston North. Passed away peacefully at Julia Wallace Retirement Home on Tuesday 10 January 2023. Aged 79 years. Loved and adored wife of Tod for 56 years. Loved by her family and friends. Messages to the Clarke family C/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North 4440. A celebration of Ro’s life will be held at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Friday 13 January 2023 at 2.00pm.