FUNERALS & TRIBUTES

Desmond Patrick Middleton, known affectionately to all as Rick, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday 1st June 2026, at the age of 85. He was the loving husband of Anne, and a devoted father to Steve, Paula, and the late Andrea. His legacy of love and family continues through his seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He was also the loved brother of Kristine and Merv. A well-known businessman and deeply community-oriented man, Rick was actively involved in local community charities and trusts. He also spent decades giving back by refereeing rugby across Auckland, Northland, and North Harbour. In recent years, he found great joy in his involvement with the racing industry and following their horses. A service to celebrate Rick's life will be held at the Holy Name Catholic Church at the old Ascension Winery, 480 Matakana Road, Warkworth on Saturday 6th June 2026 at 1:00 PM. To leave a tribute click on the Tribute Wall and sign in with your email as a Guest.

12.08.1983 - 30.05.2026 Passed away on 30th May 2026 after a bravely fought battle, aged 42 years. Alesdra's family ask that you please support them in their loss and with the cost of funeral arrangements. Her funeral will be held at besoul Funerals, 12 Gumfield Drive, Warkworth on Friday 5th June 2026 at 12.00pm. There will be a livestream available to view here, and to leave a tribute please click on the Tribute Wall and sign in with your email as a Guest. The link to her Givealittle Page can be found here: https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/alesdras-funeral

Passed away on 16th May 2026 at North Shore Hospital, aged 82 years. Loved husband of the late Shirley. Son of the late Ngaroma and Joe Lewis. Brother of Kath, Ina, Tui, Junny, Gene, Francie, Danny, Bruce, the late Rene, Maida, Denis, and Toots, and families. He will be sadly missed. Thanks to Bethany Hill Dementia Care for their wonderful care of Doug over the last four years. A service will be held at Wellsford Memorial RSA, 1 Olympus Road, Wellsford on Thursday 21st May 2026 at 1.00pm. To leave a tribute please click on the Tribute Wall and sign in with your email as a Guest.

27.03.1960 - 15.05.2026 Passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with brain cancer on Friday 15th May 2026, aged 66 years, surrounded by family. Loved husband of Jacqueline Goldsbury for 25 years. Cherished farther of Portia Goldsbury, Paige Goldsbury, and Seth Giles. Loved son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to many more. Mike was a truly special man who touched the lives of so many. Warm, loud, incredibly brave, and full of life, he brought laughter, love, and light wherever he went. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. A celebration of Mike's life will be held on Saturday 23rd May 2026 at 2.00pm at besoul Funerals, 12 Gumfield Drive, Warkworth. In honour of Mike's wishes, please dress in light, bright, and happy colours as we come together to celebrate his life exactly as he would have wanted filled with laughter, love, and happiness! Forever in our hearts. Gone far too soon, but never forgotten.  A livestream will be available to view...

Passed away peacefully on 7 May 2026 at Amberlea Care Home, aged 90. Loved wife of the late Jim. Loved mother and mother in law of Etta (and the late Dave) and Peter, Charlie and Margaret, and Violet and Graeme. Loved Gran of Glen, James and Hannah, Kelsie and Ethan, Chantelle and Mitchell, and Kimberley and Lachie, and Great Gran to Mackenzie, Fynn, Luna, and Theodore. Will be sadly missed but always in our hearts. With thanks to the staff at CHT Amberlea Rest Home for their care and support. A memorial service to celebrate Jessie's life will be held at besoul Funerals, 12 Gumfield Drive, Warkworth on Saturday 30 May 2026 at 2.00pm. A livestream will be available to view here and to leave a tribute please click on the Tribute Wall and sign in with your email as a Guest.

Passed away peacefully on 1 May 2026 at home, aged 89. Much loved husband of Jenny for 66 years. Loved father and father in law of Sandra, Alistair and Karen, and Jeremy and Lynette. Proud grandfather of Oliver and Luca. A memorial service to celebrate Graham’s life will be held at Christ Church, 43 Percy Street, Warkworth on Saturday 9 May 2026 at 11.00am. To leave a tribute please click on the Tribute Wall and sign in with your email as a Guest.

(nee Algie) Born Auckland, National Women’s Hospital on 14 February 1943. Peacefully passed away at Solemar Rest Home, Orewa on 3 May 2026, aged 83. Dearly loved wife of Vince. Loved Mum of Paul, Louise, and Bruce. Cherished Nana of Lelani, Zorran, and Malia. Treasured sister of Colleen, the late David Pye, Grant, and Diane Algie. Loved Aunty to many. Thank you to the doctors and nurses at Ward 5 & 6 for their loving care at North Shore Hospital, and also to Solemar Hospital Rest Home for their loving care. They were wonderful in her final days. A service to celebrate Ros’s life will be held at besoul Funerals, 12 Gumfield Drive, Warkworth on Thursday 7 May 2026 at 11.00am, to be followed by private cremation. Please leave a tribute by clicking on the Tribute Wall and signing in with your email as a Guest.

Passed away peacefully on 1 May 2026. Loved husband to the late Evelyn. Father and father in law to Rebecca and Craig, Matthew and Amanda, David, and Stephanie and Graham. Grandad to Liam, Indianna, Isabelle, Luke, and Harriet. At Alan's request a private cremation has taken place. To leave a tribute please click on the Tribute Wall and sign in with your email as a Guest.

Passed away peacefully at home on 26 April 2026 surrounded by family, aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of 64 years of Colleen. Loved brother of Gary. Loved father and father in law of Colin, Sharon and Andrew, Delwyn and Darrell, Steven and Helen, and Carolyn and Todd. Loved Pops of Cindy and Graham, Donna and Terrence, Grant and Sophie, Jayden, Anita, Kaylee, Jarod, Caitlin, Laura and Jack, and his nine great grandchildren Henri, Forrest, George, Della, Harvey, Cora, Allie, Nathan, and Reef. To us you were something special, so loving kind and true. To us you will never be forgotten, because we loved, and thought the world of you. A service to celebrate Alvon’s life will be held at Wellsford Community Centre, 224 Rodney Street, Wellsford on Friday 8 May 2026 at 1.00pm to be followed by interment at Wellsford Cemetery. The livestream will be available to view here, and to leave a tribute please click on the Tribute Wall and sign in with your email as a Guest.

(nee Ford) Passed away peacefully on 23 April 2026 at home, aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ken Downs. Loved mother and mother in law of Sharon and Stephen, and Gary and Ginny. Loved grandmother of Gabrielle, Isabelle, Peter, Anna, Esther, and Marcie. Great grandmother to Milly. Will be forever missed, but always in our hearts. A service for Jean will be held at Mahurangi Hope Church, 22 Mansel Drive, Warkworth on Friday 1 May 2026, at 11.00am. In lieu of flowers donations to Harbour Hospice would be greatly appreciated at Harbour Hospice - Donate  To leave a tribute please click on the Tribute Wall and sign in with your email as a Guest.