
Mary Josephine Patricia Tapp (nee Molloy)
Passed away peacefully surrounded in love, at home, on August 8, 2026, in her 90th year. Best friend and wife for 66 years of Sam, loved and adored Mum and mother-in-law of Teeny and Robert, Ray, Deb, and Joe and Diane, cherished Nana of Jason and Amber, Nikcola and...

Stanley Wade Kahl
On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, peacefully at Allen Bryant Ultimate Care, Hokitika, aged 83 years. Loved husband of Helene, respected Dad of Helen, Adrian, Heidi, Andrew, and Hannah, loved Opa of his 10 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild, loved father-in-law, brother,...

James Bernard (Jim) Manera
On Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Allen Bryant Ultimate Care, Hokitika, peacefully surrounded by his loving family, aged 100 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Elsie, much loved father and father-in-law of Ray and Dianne (Ross), Kevin and Kay (Nelson), and...

George Kazakos
Passed away peacefully on August 2, 2026, after a short illness, surrounded by the love of his family, aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Niki, cherished father and father-in-law of Noula and Wayne, and Eleni and Matt, treasured Papou of Ruby, Holly, Mya, and...

Garreth Nigel Matheson
Passed away peacefully in Greymouth after a brief illness surrounded by loving family on his 46th birthday - 26th July 2026. Dearly loved dad of Hayden, and Daniel, cherished son of Owen & Michelle, treasured brother of Chantelle, respected friend of Wayne, and...

Paul Raymond Maffey
Passed away July 5, 2026, aged 63.Paul was the beloved partner of Alison for more than 20 wonderful years, cherished father, a loyal friend, and someone whose kindness, warmth, and sense of humour touched the lives of many. He will be remembered for the lasting...

Allan James (Shorty) Fearn
Peacefully at Te Nikau Grey Hospital on July 24, 2026. In his 96th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Norma, loved father and father-in-law of Allanah and Kevin Rasmussen, Tony and Karen Fearn (all of Hokitika), Margaret and the late James Robinson (Kumara...

Paul Johan Olsen
On Sunday, July 19, 2026, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, aged 83 years.Dearly loved father, brother, and friend of many.Messages may be left on Paul’s tribute page at www.thompsonfd.co.nz.In accordance with Paul’s wishes, a private cremation...

Arthur Wallis (John) Hibbs
On July 6, 2026, peacefully at Elms Court Lifecare Christchurch, aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of Jan. Much loved and respected father and father-in-law of Bronwyn and Cristian, John and Karen, Andrea and Matthew, Paul and Mel. Much loved Grandad John of Travis,...

Beverly Joy Begg
Peacefully, on Monday, June 29, 2026, aged 70. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Mark and Kirsty, and Lisa and Steve, cherished Nana of Cody, Aida, Luke and Brydon. Messages to The Begg Family c/- PO Box 131, Hokitika 7842, or can be left on Beverly’s tribute...

Andy Henderson
In memory of Andy Henderson The Family of the late Andy wish to express their deep appreciation to those who offered such kindness, support, baking, whitebait, and messages of sympathy and comfort in our bereavement. We especially wish to thank the Hokitika Chartered...

Haley Rae-Ellen Arnold
Passed away after a courageous battle on December 25, 2021, aged 36.Beloved daughter of Jimmy and Pauleen, loved sister of Sharon, and loving partner of Greg. Adored mum of Immy, Meah, and Kylo. Treasured friend of Jenna and of many.Messages to 28c Keogans Road,...

Olive Hazel Robinson
On the 20th December 2021 at Hokitika. Loved wife of the late Ralph and loved mother and mother-in-law of Gary and Angela (Hokitika) and Diane (Nelson). A loved grandmother of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and a loved aunt of all her nieces and...

Joseph Matthew Martini
Passed away on December 15, 2021, aged 76.Much loved husband of Nolly. Loved dad and father-in-law of Kirsten, Mark and Sarah, and Ingrid. Loved Poppa of Daniel, and Scott. Loved brother of Rosemary, Gerard and Marcia, and the late Cushla, and a loved brother-in-law,...

Gavin Mitchell Pegley
Passed away on December 6, 2021, aged 55. Dearly loved father of Gwyneth. Loved son of Alan and Alma (deceased), and Alan’s partner Gill. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Deborah & Ian Cameron, Rebecca & Bruce Pearson. Loved uncle of his nieces Emma,...

Valerie (Val) Eva Lee
Passed away at home, on December 4, 2021, after a courageous battle, in her 79th year. Dearly loved wife of Bernie, loved mother and mother-in-law of Pete and Deanna, Maree (Bid) and Dave, loved Nan of Becky, Hayden, Katlin, Amy, Lara, Mackenzie and great-Nan of...

Geoffrey (Godfrey) Stuart
Passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 1st, 2021, Three weeks short of his 67th birthday. Geoff left behind two sons Nathan and Ryan Rowell.We would like to invite Geoff's friends to a celebration of his life at the Wakatu Hotel (Nelson) on Saturday, December...

John Ronald Fletcher
Passed away peacefully on November 21, 2021, aged 90. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Vicky. Loved father of Doug, Greg, Robert, Andrew, Johnny, and Marty and a loved grandfather and great grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend. Messages to 603 Upper Kokatahi...

Janice Ann Priest (nee Foster)
Passed away peacefully at home on November 15, 2021, in her 82nd year. Dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Jackie. Loved and adored mum and mother-in-law of Carol and Dean Martin, John and Donna, Ruth and Ben Johnson, and Maylene and Tim Burden. Cherished Nana...

Errol James McDiarmid
1941—2021. Errol passed away after a short hospital stay. Loved by family and friends. Messages to 1627 Whataroa Highway, Whataroa 7886, or can be left on Errol’s tribute page at www.thompsonfd.co.nz. At Errol’s request a private cremation has been held.