Death and Funeral Notices

  • Karaitiana, Joe

    Karaitiana, Joseph Hoera (Joe) – On the 4th of January 2025 in his 73rd year.  Much loved father and father-in-law of Jason & Ange, Rachel and Jeremy. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Gael & the late Lennie, Eddie & Deb, Honey, Steven & the late Selwyn.  Cherished Koro of Jordon (dec), Hana, Katia, Jayden and…

  • Horsbrugh, Phyllis

    Horsbrugh; Phyllis Ann (nee Jones) – 16/07/1942 – 28/12/2024 after a courageous fight, peacefully at Glenwood Hospital, Masterton. Dearly beloved wife and best friend of Ian. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Lynne & the late Tony Hourigan, and Cheryl Horsbrugh & Alistair Waterson. Treasured sister and sister-in-law of Trevor & Mary Jones, Melva Jones…

  • Allen, Clive

    Allen, Clive – peacefully at Wairarapa Hospital, Masterton on 26th December 2024 aged 75 years. Loved husband of Karen and father and father-in-law of Michelle & Chris. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Ken & Sue, and Paul. In accordance with Clive’s wishes a private family service has been held.

  • Holdem, Ngaire

    Holdem, Ngaire Jocelyn (née Fryer) – On the 23rd of December 2024, in her 83rd year. Loved wife of Les. Loved Mum to Debbie, Kathy, Paul, and David. Loved and devoted Nanna to Josh, Makenzie and Grace, and special Nanny Ngaire to many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Loved sister to Les and Judy, Judy and…

  • Paterson, Beverley

    Paterson, Beverley Ann – passed away on Saturday 21st December 2024, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Jim. Treasured mother and friend to Jane and Paul, Kathryn, Anna and Stephen, and Hamish. Much-loved grandmother of Richard, Caroline, Oliver and Jake; and of her great-grandchildren. A private family farewell was held on Friday…

  • Double, Alan

    Double, Alan Bruce – Peacefully at Wairarapa Hospital on the 2nd of December 2024. Adored husband of the late Elaine. Loved father of Marina and Chris. Cherished Pop of Lisa and Rachel, and of his Great Grandchildren Scarlett, Reid, Aubrey, and Arlo. Many thanks to the staff at Wairarapa Hospital for their exceptional care of…

  • Shaw, Robin

    Shaw, Robin Lester – Peacefully on 2nd December 2024 at Masterton after a courageous battle with cancer, aged 65 years. Loved partner of Jeanette. Cherished Dad of Shanon, Kristyn, and Kelsi and loved Grandad of Ashley, Jayden, and Elyse; Levi, and Cruz. Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Robin’s life in The Village…

  • Clark, Linden

    Clark, Linden Margaret – at her home in Martinborough on 29 November 2024. Aged 62. Loved wife and best friend of Matthew Finn. Loved twin sister of Cherry Wells (Devon, UK). Cherished daughter of Allen and the late Jeanette Clark (Taupo). Daughter in law of Marjorie Finn (Martinborough), and Alan Finn (Kapiti). Sister-in-law of Jon…

  • Gimson, Barrie

    Gimson, Barbara Muriel (Barrie) – peacefully on 24th November 2024 aged 93, while surrounded by family at Kandahar Home, Masterton. Loved wife of the late John (Gully). Cherished Mother, Grandmother, and recent Great Grandmother. A funeral service will be held in The Wellington Cathedral of St Paul, Molesworth Street, on Monday 2nd December at 11am….