FUNERALS & TRIBUTES

Passed away on 11th April 2024 at Dargaville Hospital. Loved husband of the late Mary, and father to his 3 children, and grandchildren. Loved by his family and friends, he will be dearly missed. At Ian's request a private family service will be held, to be followed by private cremation.

Born 14th August 1948. Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at home on 19th April 2024. Beloved Husband and Best Mate of Janice for 55 years. Adored father of Kerry (Bear) and Pete, Rachel and Graham. Treasured Poppa of Piper, Felicity, Hunter, Christian (deceased), Charlotte, and Honor. Loved Dad to fur kids Rebel and Jazz. A private family ceremony will be held followed by a celebration of Wayne's life on Friday 10th May 2024 at Sandspit Yacht Club at 12.30pm. What on earth are we going to do without you? All communications to hello@besoul.co.nz

(nee Smith) Passed away on 4th April 2024 at North Shore Hospital, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of Ren. Loved sister of Clem and sister in law of Cath. Loved mother of Bronwyn and Brendon, and mother in law of Ruth. Loved Nana to her grandchildren Anja, Dylan, and Jamie. Nana Col to Meaghan, Ryan, Jeanine, and Kerry Wech's children, and loved by her devoted nephew Kevin. A private funeral service and interment will be held for close family, to be followed by a memorial service at a later date. Details to be advised.

Passed away peacefully at home on 28th March 2024 surrounded with love, aged 57. Loved wife of Colin, and cherished mother of Joanne and Adam.  A service to celebrate Shirley's life will be held at the Wellsford Community Centre, 1 Matheson Road, Wellsford on Friday 5th April 2024 at 11.00am.  All communications to hello@besoul.co.nz  To view the livestream and to leave a tribute click below

Edna Grummitt (nee Worrall) born Blackpool 1928. Passed peacefully at North Shore hospital on 19th March 2024. She was an Independent, red wine drinking character who danced at every occasion. Wife of Norman Grummitt for over 50 years (deceased 24 years ago), she was the mother of Janis and Noel, mother-in-law of John, and grandmother to Harry and Charles. Friend to many in the community. At Edna’s request there will be no funeral, but a celebration of her life, with red wine and dancing, to be held at a later date, details to be advised.

(nee Wilson) Passed away peacefully on her birthday 18th March 2024, at Summerset Care Centre, Warkworth, aged 89. Loved wife of the late Ray Halstead. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Diane and Philip, and Leigh and Eileen. Forever in our hearts. A service to celebrate Lorna's life will be held on Friday 22nd March at 234 Matakana Valley Road, Matakana at 1.00pm. All communications to besoul Funerals: hello@besoul.co.nz To view the livestream or to leave a tribute click below.

Passed away peacefully on 25th February 2024 at Summerset Village Warkworth, aged 76. Loving mother of Gary and Kerry, and beloved Nannar of Jordan, Makayla, Kaleb and Cody. Will be forever in our hearts. A private cremation has been held. All communications to hello@besoul.co.nz

Passed away peacefully but unexpectedly at home on 24th February 2024, aged 75. Dearly loved wife of James. Will be forever missed. A private cremation has been held.

(nee Pierson) Passed away peacefully on Sunday 18th February, 2024, in her 95th year. Beloved mother of Patricia, Roy, Lorraine, and Louise. Rest in Peace Mum. With Tinny at last. A private cremation has been held.

Passed away peacefully on 10th February 2024 at Amberlea Rest Home Algies Bay, aged 80 years. A private cremation has taken place. All communications to hello@besoul.co.nz