Kelly Funeral Home Phone 0800 24 80 24

12/02/2026

McLAREN: Val Maren, nee Jameson.
Passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully at home
on February 5th, 2026.
Dearly loved wife of Les (dec).
Adored mother and mother- in-law of Lisa and Brian Bond, Tracy Simkin, David and Leah Frith, Diane and Brent Vertongen.
Treasured nana and nana Val to her many grandchildren
and great-grandchildren.
A beautiful soul, deeply loved and forever remembered.
A private family service has been held. All correspondence c/o 314 Armstrong Road, Dannevirke 4978.

https://stream.thelychway.nz/s/val

10/01/2026

As the year gently settles into its rhythm, we find ourselves reflecting on the year that has passed.

To the families who entrusted us with the care of someone deeply loved - thank you. It has been a privilege to walk beside you during moments of farewell, remembrance, and quiet reflection. Each life we were honoured to care for mattered, and each story remains with us.

To our wider community, thank you for your trust, kindness, and support throughout the past year. We do not take lightly the responsibility of caring for those who have passed, or the families who grieve them.

As we continue into the year ahead, we do so with gratitude, humility, and a deep commitment to providing thoughtful, personal care whenever it is needed.

From all of us at Kelly Funeral Home, we wish you peace, comfort, and gentle moments in the months ahead.

25/12/2025

From all of us at Kelly Funeral Home
As Christmas comes to an end and the New Year approaches, we want to take a quiet moment to thank our community and the families who have trusted us during the past year.
We know that this season can be especially difficult for those who are missing someone they love, and our thoughts are with you. It has been a privilege to support and care for the families we have walked alongside, and we are truly grateful for the trust placed in us.
We wish you moments of peace, comfort, and togetherness this holiday season, and hope the coming year brings gentle days ahead.
With warmest wishes,
Kelly Funeral Home Team

23/12/2025

POPOW, Yvonne Marilyn (née Hansen)
1951 – 2025

Late of Masonic Court Rest Home Palmerston North, formerly of Dannevirke.
Passed peacefully at Palmerston North Hospital on 21 December 2025, aged 74 years.
Beloved wife of the late Georg Popow.
Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Shaun and Jess.
Devoted Nana to Bradyn and Jorjye.
Loved sister to her siblings and a cherished aunt to her nieces and nephews.
A dear friend to many.
A service to celebrate Yvonne’s life will be held at The Hub, Entrance on Allardice Street, Dannevirke, at 11am on Friday 9 January 2026.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Dannevirke Health Shuttle or Dannevirke Community Trust Car would be appreciated and may be left at the service.
The family extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of Masonic Court for their care, support, and kindness shown to Mum over the past 20 months.
Messages to Yvonne’s family can be sent to C/O PO Box 1014 Palmerston North.

Livestream Link - https://stream.thelychway.nz/s/yvonne

28/11/2025

We couldn’t be prouder of Mike for achieving his 10 year Long Service Certificate for over 10 years of dedicated service to the funeral industry. He is an outstanding person with a genuine heart for the families he supports, ensuring every detail is handled with care and respect. We’re grateful to have him as part of our team.

12/08/2025

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28/07/2025

10/07/2025

Leonard Richard Marsdon
Our beloved brother, uncle, friend, and colleague, Lenny, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 8 July 2025, aged 66 years.
A service to celebrate Lenny’s life will be held at The Village Valley Centre, 21 Guildford Street, Ashhurst, on Tuesday, 15 July 2025, at 11.00am.
Messages to Lenny’s family can be sent c/o PO Box 1024, Palmerston North.
May he rest forever in the Pohangina Valley.

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28/06/2025

A steady presence and a wealth of knowledge, Graeme has guided countless families – and our team – with care and experience. We couldn’t resist turning him into a classic collectible.