Current Funerals

On 7 March 2019 at Wairarapa Village, Masterton, aged 86.  Dearly loved husband of the late Olive.  Much loved father and father-in-law of Cheryl Trass and Robert O’Kane, Debbie and Darren Buckley, Terry and Val, Linda and Rodney McLachlan, Brent and Sue, Kim and Barry Price.  Loved Grandad  of Nick, Brendon, Tim, Joshua, Dayna, Matthew, Michael, Rhys, Mark, Ryan and their families.  A much loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle.  A service to celebrate Albie’s life will be held at Rosewood 415 Queen Street Masterton on Wednesday 13th March at 1.00pm followed by private cremation.  Bring your best yarns.  The family wish to thank the caring staff of Wairarapa Village and the Parkinson’s Society.

On February 20 2019 peacefully at Lansdowne Court Masterton, in her 97th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Graeme. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Karen and the late Clive Knott (England), Stephen and Marilyn (Masterton), Mark and Sheryn (Masterton). Loved Grandma of Andrew and Martin; Matthew, Kate, Amanda, and Megan; Cameron, Nathan and Caitlin. Great Grandma of James, Louis, Agnes, Joseph and Hazel. Loved sister of Don Tapping (Masterton), and the late Phil, Harry and Bessie.  A Service to celebrate Aileen’s life will be held at Rosewood, 415 Queen Street Masterton on Wednesday 27th February at 2:00pm followed by private cremation. Messages to the family, and donations to Parkinson’s Wairarapa in Aileen’s memory may be sent to P O Box 2055 Masterton.

On February 3 2019 peacefully at Wairarapa Village, Masterton  in his 92nd year.  Dearly loved husband of Jenny.  Much loved father of Anne, Philip, Stephen, and Jane.  Loved Grandpa of Jonathon, Amy, Tait, Lewis, and Caleb. Loved brother of the late Katherine Robson, the late Esther Stocker, and the late Margaret Hoby.  Loved uncle to his nieces and nephews. A Service to give thanks for Arthur’s life will be held at Rosewood, 415 Queen Street Masterton on Thursday 7th February at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation. A donation in Arthur’s memory  to Abbeyfield would be appreciated, either sent to 39 Church Street Masterton, or left at the service.

DICKENS Betty Marie (Bet) - Of Masterton (formerly of Alfredton), on 29 January 2019, peacefully after a short Illness.  Mate and best friend of Hilton for almost  60 years.  Loved and loving mother of Bill, Paul and Liz, Marie and Gary.  Loved grandmother of James and Samantha.  The family thank the wonderful staff of Masterton Emergency Department for their fantastic professionalism, love and care.  A private cremation and a celebration of Betty’s life has been held.

Much loved wife of Steve, dedicated mum of Matthew and Melissa.  Wonderful sister to Vicki, Prue, Lynne, and Jude.  Loved sister-in-law of Lesly and Graham Stewart of Wanaka, David and Mary Ogg of Gore.  A heart felt thanks to the staff at Masterton Hospital, Masterton Medical, to the Cancer Society and their volunteer drivers,  the palliative care team and the oncology staff of Masterton, Wellington and Palmerston North.  Thank you to my work colleagues at L J Hooker and Patsy’s work friends at Lansdowne Retirement Village. A huge thanks to all our lovely friends and neighbours for your support.

“ Rest in peace Pats we all loved you.  May your garden continue to flourish and grow forever.”