Death and Funeral Notices

  • Armstrong, Graeme

    Armstrong, Graeme George:On the 9th January 2026 at Wairarapa Hospital, Masterton, in his 84th year. Dearly loved son of the late George and the late Irene Armstrong. Husband of the late Dawn. Much loved Father and Father-in-law of Wayne and the late Melanie (Lower Hutt), Katrina (Lower Hutt), and the late Tracey. Much loved Granddad…

  • Clark, Bev

    Clark, Beverley Joan (Bev) – It is with sadness that we inform you that our family matriarch passed away on Sunday 4th January 2026 in her 87th year after a brief holiday to the Hospital.  Cherished wife of the late Nelson and a good Mum to Priscilla (Fyona) and Grant (London) and Jenny and Tora….

  • Holmes, Mick

    Holmes, Edward Michael Carleton (Mick). Died on the 29th December 2025 at Wellington Hospital aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of Melita (Biddie) and much loved father and father-in-law of Russell, James (Dec), Julia and Adam, and Natasha. Treasured grandfather of Liam, Ethan, Tyla, Milly, Leevi, Jack, Beatrice and Mia. According to Mick’s wishes, a…

  • Monaghan, Dot

    Monaghan, Dorothy Marie – With deep sadness, we share that Dot passed away peacefully though unexpectedly on Thursday 18th December, age 70. Dearly loved wife of Brian, devoted mum of Annette & Duncan, Jacqui & Tyrone, Megan & Richard, Renee & Dave.   Adored Nana of Finn, Henry & Libby; Lyric, Tane & Eden; Zara &…

  • Allan, Isobel

    Allan, Isobel Maud on 17 December 2025. Dearly loved wife of the late Dr Michael Allan. Dearly loved mother and mother in law of Angus and Nicola Allan, Catherine and Tony Turnbull. Treasured Granny of Ben, Lucinda and Moira. A private service has been held. Messages for the family may be sent C/- PO Box…

  • Trass, Kirstin

    Trass, Kirstin Margaret18/6/1989 – 15/12/2025 Passed away in Napier.Much loved daughter of Ewan and Raewyn Trass.Beloved partner of Dallas and a treasured part of Charlotte and Lennox’s lives.Adored sister and sister-in-law of Quintin and Dana, Amanda, Bryce and Jeronimo.Cherished aunty to Kevaan, Aasta, Nikita, Dakota and Alex. Reunited with her beloved boy, Throne. Friends are…

  • Bray, Trevor

    Bray, Trevor Francis, Reg. No. 676150 Peacefully at Wairarapa Village on 5th December 2025, aged 91. Loved husband of Barbara for 68 years. Loved father of Wayne and Leanne, Neil, David and Pam, and Diane. Loved Grandad of 8 and Great Grandad of 8. A service for Trevor will be held in The Village Chapel,…

  • Knowles, Dex

    Knowles, Dex George MNZM, Reg no 677241, peacefully at Wairarapa Village on 2nd December 2025, aged 87. Much loved husband for 62 years of the late Pam. Treasured Dad and father-in-law of Julie and Steve, John and Clare, Lynne and Mark, Lee and Terry. Loved Grandad of Meg; Olivia and Edward; and James and Sophie….

  • Simpson, Doug

    Simpson, Douglas Hannay – Born Scotland 2.9.1936. Passed away peacefully in his Masterton home surrounded by his family 29.11.2025. Loved husband of the late Anne (Nee Pickering). Loved father of Kevin & Annette, Philip (Deceased), Andrew & Tania, Karen & Gary. Loved Pop to many grand and great grandchildren. A private family cremation has been…