Jade Straker
Our wonderful, amazing Jade, left us at 5.30am on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in Christchurch Hospital, a few weeks short of his 49th birthday. Very much loved son of John, and Alison, and their partners Linda Hutt, and Graeme Cox, a loved brother and brother-in-law of…
Kenneth Brian (Brian) Wood
Passed away peacefully in Christchurch Hospital on June 1, 2026, aged 92.Dearly loved son of the late Rudge and Kath, brother of Phil, and Jo, husband of the late Erina then beloved partner of the late Catherine, wonderful father to Danielle, Kerry, Peter, Juliet, and…
Craig Stewart (Zeb) Foster,
On Wednesday, June 3, 2026, very peacefully at home, surrounded in the love of Sarah, Janae and Tayne, aged 53 years young. Devoted life partner of Sarah for 36 years, proud father and father-in-law of Janae and Mitch, and Tayne and Brooke, legendary Grandad of Benji,…
Keith Wilfred McAdam
Passed peacefully at home on May 21, 2026, aged 84. Loving husband and soul mate, blessed by (in Keith’s words) “two beautiful and super daughters, one son, two beautiful granddaughters, 3 amazing grandsons, one gorgeous great granddaughter, and Kaz’s wonderful…
Cecily Kaye Henderson (nee Thomson)
Passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, in Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, in her 75th year. A gathering will be held to lay Cecily to rest with Jim & John in the Hokitika Cemetery, Friday, May 29, commencing at 2.30 pm, followed by…
Charlotte Emma Lyes (nee Reynish)
Of Hokitika, Emma slipped away quietly in her sleep on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, in the company of her family, just short of her 94th birthday. Loved wife of the late Kevin, cherished mother and friend of Kay and Vaughan, David, Rex, Andrew and their partners, adored…
Taye Naaman Jones
Taye’s mum and dad (Jean and Tom), wife Simone, children Georgia, and Tom, sisters Neshar, Alison, Rachel and their partners thank you for all the cards, flowers and warm embraces for our much-loved son and family man. To fulfill Taye’s request that all gather from…
Judith Anne McLaughlin (nee Tomlin)
Passed away peacefully at home in Kaniere, surrounded by family on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Loved daughter of Doreen and Bernard (deceased) Tomlin, and Jenny and Hank Hoog, beloved wife of Peter, cherished mother and mother-in-law of Grace and Luke Gellion, Kyle…
Marcus Graham (Mark) Hampton
Passed away peacefully at Allen Bryant, on Thursday, April 9, 2026, aged 75. Dearly loved husband of Sue, cherished father of Laura and Sergio, and Yvonne, a loved brother and brother-in-law of Gerard and Lynda, Sue, Ellen and Kevin, Andrea and Gene, and a loved uncle…
John Bradley
Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 11, 2026, aged 78. Dearly loved son of the late Jack and Mona, a loved brother and brother-in-law of Elaine, the late Verle and Lloyd, and Ramon, cherished uncle of Jacob, and Kelly, great uncle of Lucca, and special…
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.