The Lychway

GRAY,
Winifred Jean (Jean):
Of Feilding, formerly of Awahuri. Passed away peacefully at Palmerston North Hospital on Saturday 7 January 2023. Aged 87 years. Loved wife of the late John. Loved Mum of Ross, Glen, and Roger. Adored Nana of Scott, Susanna, Lauren, Hayley; Rebecca, Isaac, and Solomon. Loved by her extended family and friends. Messages to the Gray family, C/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North 4440. A farewell for Jean will be held at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Saturday 14 January 2023 at 2.00pm. Jean loved flowers and mourners are invited to bring flowers and place them on and around her casket.

DEWAR, Anthony James (Tony, Tub): Passed away suddenly at home in Pahiatua on 3 January 2023. Aged 58 years. Much loved Dad of Jessica, Matthew, and Ashleigh. Treasured Grandad to Madison, Alexis, and Ella. Maverick son of Mary and Athol (Tubby) Dewar (deceased). Good mate, brother, cousin, uncle, and shearer. Messages to the Dewar family C/- PO Box 1014 Palmerston North 4440.  We will gather to farewell Tony at 1pm on Tuesday 10 January 2023 at the Eketahuna Rugby Clubrooms, Alfredton Road, Eketahuna.  This will be followed by an informal get together to share stories and memories – details to follow.  Sheep Ho!

OLDFIELD, Leslie John:
3.11.1949 – 1.1.2023
With great sadness we announce that Les passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family at the Arohanui Hospice on Sunday 1st January. Loved husband and soulmate of Trish, and devoted Dad of Mitch, Lisa and Scott. Adored Poppa of Sophie, Hunter and McKayia. We would like to thank the Arohanui Hospice for their wonderful care and support, and a special thanks to Helen our earth angel. As per Les’s wishes, a funeral will not be held. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Arohanui Hospice would be appreciated.
Forever in or hearts,
now gone fishing.

HARKETT, Jason (Jay):
Tragically passed away on Monday 2 January 2023, aged 27. Much loved son of Andrew and Zing. Hugely respected brother of Cristina; and Malakai. A loved nephew, cousin, and a friend to all. A service to celebrate Jay’s life will be held in The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Tuesday 10 January 2023, at 1.30pm. Messages can be sent to Jay’s family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.

HIRINI, Lewis:
Passed away suddenly at his home on Tuesday, 3 January 2023; aged 78 years. Dearly loved partner of Dominique. Loved father of Graham, Kelvin, Julie, and Neville (dec). A loved grandfather, brother, and a friend to many. A service to celebrate Lew’s life will be held at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Friday 6 January 2023 at 10.00am, followed by private cremation. Messages to Hirini family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North 4440.

SOWRY, Teresa Carmella:
Of Palmerston North. Born January 26, 1944, Passed away peacefully on Christmas Day 2022, at Palmerston North Hospital. Aged 78 years. Dearly loved mother of Tania and Shaun Gower, Dave and Robyn Bedford. Adored Nana of Nathan, Alli, Sophie Gower and Brandon Bedford. She was surrounded by many special friends over the last few years who have supported her through her time at Summerset. In accordance with Teressa’s wishes a private cremation has taken place. A memorial service to celebrate Teresa’s life will follow later. Instead of flowers, please donate to St John Ambulance. Messages to the Sowry family, C/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North 4440.

GLEN, Pauline Lois:
Passed away peacefully at Arvida Olive Tree, on Thursday 22 December 2022; aged 84 years. Beloved daughter of the late David and Delce. Loved sister of David & Jain (dec); and Beverley & David Wallace. Loved aunty to Glen Wallace; Heather & Andrew Todd; and great-aunt to Nathan Todd. A service to celebrate Pauline’s life will be held at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Thursday 29 December, at 10.30am, followed by interment at the Kelvin Grove Cemetery. Messages to Glen family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North. The family wish to acknowledge the help and care given by all the staff to Pauline during her years at Arvida Olive Tree Village.

GOMES, Jeanette Christina
(formerly West):
On 16th December 2022 Jeanette passed away. Dearly loved wife of the late Pierre Gomes and much loved mother of Danielle, Virginia and Christina. Jeanette, known as Meme to her grandchildren, was loved by Quentin & Annaliese Austin, Liam Farmer and Sophia and Ali Pinkney. Loved big sister of Hope Christensen. Jeanette had many friends across the Manawatu – a dedicated bridge player and supporter of a number of local Manawatu charities. Although the last few years were challenging with a severe decline in health, you will always be in our hearts and minds, remembering your beautiful smile, laughter and sharp wit. A private family ceremony will be held to celebrate her life.

JARVIS, Dorne Mary:
Of Palmerston North. Passed away peacefully at Palmerston Manor, on Tuesday 20 December 2022, surrounded by her family. Aged 91 years. Loved wife of the late Reg. Loved Mum and mother-in-law of Colleen (dec), Maureen, Reg and Geoffrey, Frank and Tina, Valerie, Maurice and Terry. Treasured Nan of all of her grandchildren, and treasured Nan Nan of her great, great-great, and great-great-great-grandchildren. Loved sister of Colleen and Alan, and Pat (dec). In lieu of flowers, a donation made to the Heart Foundation would be appreciated and may be left in the chapel foyer. Messages to the Jarvis family, C/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North 4440. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of Dorne’s life at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Friday 23 December 2022, at 11.00am.

PINFOLD, Helen Gael:
15.10.1962 – 15.12.2022
Passed away peacefully at home in the presence of her family and carers at her side. Soulmate of Trevor. Treasured mum of Michael and Katie. Adore Nana of little Mack. Loved daughter of Mack and Gael and loved sister of David, Stephen and Jane. Much loved by all. Helen will be at Kelly Funeral Home, 9 Gordon Street, Dannevirke, on Wednesday 21 December 2022 between 9-11.00am for friends to spend time with her. A service for Helen will be held at The Knox Church, Dannevirke, on Thursday 22 December 2022 at 1.00pm. Messages can be sent to the Pinfold family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.:
15.10.1962 – 15.12.2022
Passed away peacefully at home in the presence of her family and carers at her side. Soulmate of Trevor. Treasured mum of Michael and Katie. Adore Nana of little Mack. Loved daughter of Mack and Gael and loved sister of David, Stephen and Jane. Much loved by all. Helen will be at Kelly Funeral Home, 9 Gordon Street, Dannevirke, on Wednesday 21 December 2022 between 9-11.00am for friends to spend time with her. A service for Helen will be held at The Knox Church, Dannevirke, on Thursday 22 December 2022 at 1.00pm. Messages can be sent to the Pinfold family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.