The Lychway

GILCHRIST,
Andrew Neal (Neal):
Passed away peacefully at Palmerston Manor Lifecare on Sunday 14 March 2021, in his 83rd year. Dearly loved and loving husband of the late Joan for 47 years. Dearly loved father of Mark; and Louise Hampson. Grandpa to Ashley, Dana, LB, Cameron, Dominique, Jacoba and Camden and Great-Grandpa to all his great-grandchildren. Loved brother of Mary Hawke and June McDonald. A service for Neal will be held at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Thursday 18 March 2021 at 10.00am, followed by interment at the Kelvin Grove Cemetery. Messages can be sent to the Gilchrist family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.

DICK, Gordon Charles:
Of Pahiatua. On Sunday 7 March 2021, peacefully at Waireka Home, Pahiatua, aged 86 years. Loved husband of the late Maureen, loved father and father-in-law of Murray and Lynn (Silverstream), Lorraine and Neal (Naenae), loved Grandad to Paul and Chase and loved Great-Grandad to Brooklyn. A celebration of Gordon’s life will be held in St Paul’s Union Church, corner Huia and Arthur Streets, Pahiatua, on Friday 12 March 2021, at 1.00pm. In lieu of flowers a donation to the Waireka Trust, PO Box 1242, Palmerston North would be appreciated or will be received at the service. Thanks to Waireka staff, Aunty Janice and Uncle Norm. Messages can be sent to Gordon’s family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.

LOCKE, Robert John (Bob):
Passed away in the presence of his family on Saturday 6th March 2021, at the Masonic Court Rest Home, in his 74th year. Much loved father of Maureen, Gloria, and Victoria. A proud grandfather to Rani, Caleb, and Banner. A loved brother and brother-in-law of Helen and Gavin, and Maureen, and uncle to Andrew. Following Bob’s wishes, a private funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, a donation to The Masonic Court Rest Home may be made. Messages can be sent to the Locke family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.

McINTYRE, Neil Robert:
Passed away peacefully at Woodlands Rest Home, Feilding, on Monday 1 March 2021. Aged 78 years. Dearly loved son of Robert and Dorothy McIntyre (both deceased). Loved brother of Marion (deceased). Much respected uncle of Elizabeth, Judith and Alisdair. Great-uncle of Alexander, Francesca and Adam. Due to Covid-19 a private cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date to be advised in this publication.

BARLOW,
Matthew Steven-Peter:
Suddenly passed away on Saturday 27th February 2021, aged 24. Dearly loved son of Rex; and Jackaleen (Jae) and Terry Johnson. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Justin; Rebecca & Timothy; Jess & Dan; Anna & Danny; Jonathan & Reiley; Leah & Johnie; and Charlotte-Rose (dec). And a much loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. A service for Matthew will be held at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Friday 5th March 2021 at 1.00pm. Messages can be sent to the Barlow family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.

McGHIE, Norton:
With great sadness, Norton passed away on Sunday 14 February 2021, aged 24 years. Norton was a much loved son, brother, partner, uncle, a great mate to all, and an adoring father of Ryder. A service for Norton will be held at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Tuesday 23 February 2021 at 2.00pm. Messages can be sent to Norton’s family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.
With great sadness, Norton passed away on Sunday 14 February 2021, aged 24 years. Norton was a much loved son, brother, partner, uncle, a great mate to all, and an adoring father of Ryder. A service for Norton will be held at The Lychway Chapel, 5 Roy Street, Palmerston North, on Tuesday 23 February 2021 at 2.00pm. Messages can be sent to Norton’s family, c/- PO Box 1014, Palmerston North.

ERIKSEN, Ivan Howard:
Passed away on 16 February 2021 at Julia Wallace Rest Home, Palmerston North, aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Pamela Frances Eriksen. A loved father and father-in-law of Chris and Donna; Denise and Steve; and Sharyn and Wim, and a grandad & great-grandad to all his grandchildren.
“Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes.
Because those who love with heart and soul there is no such thing as separation.”
As per Ivan’s request, a private cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to the SPCA Palmerston North Centre.

SULLIVAN,
Mary Margaret (nee Kelly):
On February 11, 2021, Mary passed away peacefully at Nazareth House, Christchurch, aged 85 years. Dearly beloved wife of Clarrie (dec), and mother and mother-in-law of Anthony and Monique, Frances and Stephen, and Timothy and Lameta. Much loved grandmother of James, Cate, Joseph, Daniel, Mala and Bridgette. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Peter (dec) and Marie, Bernard and Josephine, Michael (dec) and Mary (dec), and Jim (dec) and Gloria. Special thanks to Nazareth House for their superb care. Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Nazareth Sisters for their care to the elderly and can be made online at bit.ly/mmsullivan1102. Messages to the family of the late Mary Sullivan, C/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. A Requiem Mass to celebrate Mary’s life will be held at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, Palmerston North on Wednesday, February 17 at 1.30pm.

McWILLIAMS, Anna Lucy
(Nancy) (née Young):
It is with great sorrow, we announce the peaceful passing of our dear Nancy at Brightwater Rest Home on 9th February 2021. Beloved wife to Brian McWilliams (deceased), and devoted mother to Teresa (deceased), Brian & Jackie. Dearly cherished grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunty and friend.
A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered.
Please join us in celebrating Nancy’s life at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 96 Shamrock Street, on Monday 15th February. Service commences at 11.00am, followed by light refreshments before laying Nancy to rest at Kelvin Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family instead request a donation towards Dementia/Alzheimers NZ.

CRUDEN, Gordon Neil:
11.04.1933 – 28.01.2021
Aged 87 years. Loved husband of the late Patricia, father of Hamish, Liza Jane and Harriet, Gramps to Theodore Beas, brother of Margaret Smith, father-in-law of Kevin Eagles, brother-in-law of Clare & Olle Enberg, uncle of Morag & Kevin Dobbs, Kirsty & Simon Walton, Donald & Sally Smith, Sebastian & Sonia Enberg, Rupert, and Oscar Enberg. Messages can be sent to P2,70 Hobson St, Thorndon, Wellington 6011, or
crudengordon@gmail.com