Scotts Funerals - Kerikeri

05/02/2026

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JAY, Michael Lewis (Mike)
Born 28th December 1953. Passed away on 3rd February 2026 at home in Ohaeawai, aged 72.

Dearly loved father of Darryl, Leanna and Matty. Cherished Poppa of Zane, Hunter, TJ and Madison. Great-Poppa of Tupari.
Brother of Colin, Linda and Douglas.

LOVED BY ALL

A celebration of Mike's life will be held at the Scotts Funerals Chapel, 144a Kerikeri Road on Friday 6th February 2026 at 11am followed by a committal at the Far North Memorial Garden crematorium. You will be missed, Mike.

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04/01/2026

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RUTTER, Irene Elydia nee Malam
1928 - 2025
Aged 97 years

Irene is survived by her children Bruce Rutter, Pauline Eade and Robyn Richards.
Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren and their families.

A private cremation has taken place.

A service to honour and celebrate the person Irene was, will be held in February at a later date.

She will be missed endlessly by family and friends in ways that words will never be able to explain.

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30/12/2025

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SAVILL
William Keith (Keith)
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 24th December 2025 aged 83 years. Much loved Husband of Yvonne. Cherished Dad of Lyn and Scott, Shane and Annie. Loved Poppie to Lily, Sam and Louie. Sadly missed brother and brother in law of Bruce, Doreen, Glenys, Warren, the late Ann, Rex, Gay and extended family and friends.

A funeral Service to celebrate Keith's life will be held at Coopers Beach Bible Chapel on Wednesday 7th January 2026 11am followed by burial at Peria Cemetery.

Forever in our hearts and gone to be with the Lord whom he Loved.

11/12/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Christmas Memorial Service on last week. We know this time of year can be especially heavy for many, so it truly meant a lot to share that space, that love, and those memories with you all.
A huge thank you to our celebrant Robyn Richards, the musicians John Lewis & Rob McIntyre, Cake in the Box for the lovely refreshments and Putts Florist for the beautiful floral displays.

17/11/2025

11/09/2025

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CHURTON, Ronald (Ron) James.
Passed away peacefully in Kerikeri on 5th September 2025.

A celebration of Ron’s life will be held 1pm on Friday 12th September 2025 at Scotts Funerals Chapel.

30/07/2025

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Brian Ashley
Shelley (Brian AKA Briman AKA Shaun)
10-04-1937 - 21-07-2025
Passed away peacefully at home with Gail and Kerry where he wanted to be aged 88 years.
Adored & Adoring husband and best mate (most of the time) to Gail. Adored Father of Kim and Charlie Karena(Deceased 18.7.2025), Leigh and Pete Grattan, Toni East, Kerry and David. Grandfather of wonderful grandchildren who often referred to him as their national treasure. Also a bonus of great grandchildren who he was so proud of. Extra bonus Faye, our great great granddaughter. A private cremation has taken place as per Brian's wishes.

A memorial service to celebrate the life of Brian will be held at Scotts Funeral Home on Saturday 26th July at 1pm.

He was ours and we loved him dearly.

06/05/2025

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Scott
Katerina (nee Tipene)
Passed away peacefully on Monday morning at Kawakawa Hospital aged 61 years. Dearly loved wife of Gary. Loved mother to Rata and stepmother to Amy and Glen.

A service to celebrate Lena's life will be held at Cornerstone - Whare Karakia o Manako on 1pm Friday 9th May 2025 followed by burial at Kerikeri Cemetery.

Cherished by many.

16/04/2025

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BATES, Norma Elizabeth - nee Davey.
M.B.E

Passed away peacefully in Kerikeri on Saturday 12 April 2025, aged 94.
Dearly loved wife of the late Stewart. Much loved mother of Terry and the late Sandy and mother in law of Jennifer and Peter. Treasured Nana of Blair, Abby, Georgia and Jessica and all her great grandchildren Alex, Ophelia, Sam, Ollie, Christopher, Wolver, and Wilder.
A lifelong educator, community volunteer, sports coach and administrator. Norma was deeply committed to the Northland community.
She will be greatly missed.
Special thanks to the staff of both Kawakawa Hospital and Oakridge Village Care Facility, who supported Norma with great care in the final weeks of her life.

A celebration of Norma’s life will be held on Tuesday 22 April 2025 at Cornerstone Church (144 Kerikeri Road, Kerikeri) at 11.00am followed by an internment at the Kaikohe Public Cemetery.

Donations in lieu of flowers to Life Education Trust https://www.lifeeducation.org.nz/

20/02/2025

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Peter Fisher
1949 - 2025
Passes away in his home in Mangonui on Thursday 20th of February 2025.
Will be dearly missed by all of his family.
A Service to celebrate Peter’s life will be held on Sunday 23 February 2025 at 1pm, at the Scotts Funerals Chapel 144A Kerikeri Road, Kerikeri.
There is a livestream link for those who are unable to attend.
https://www.scottsfunerals.co.nz/tributes/?funeral=Ty0rH

12/12/2024

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TURNER, Mary Patricia (Pat).

Of Kerikeri, born in Wellington 6 April 1935, passed away peacefully on Thursday 12 December 2024.

Pat was predeceased by her husband of 68 years, Douglas Allan Turner Q.S.M (Tippy).
Her parents William and Doris Bowie of Kaikohe and her sister Margaret Hooper of Carterton.
She is survived by her children and their partners, Susan and Harold Corbett, and Mark and Nicole Turner.
Will be sadly missed by her grandchildren and their families. Ana, James, John and Harriet Dobbie. Reuben, Jessica, Thor and Caisha Corbett. Thomas, Tiffany and Osian Corbett. Paige and David Crate.

Rest in peace.

A private cremation has been held, to be followed at a later date by a memorial service.

04/11/2024

TURNER, Douglas Allan Q.S.M

Known as Tippy to his grandchildren, great grandchildren and their friends.

1927 - 2024

Douglas (Doug) Allan Turner of Kerikeri passed away peacefully on 30th October 2024, aged 97 years. Doug championed many community projects in his time. His finest achievement being the Turner Centre, Te Puawai, a reflection of his dedication and passion for the Arts. Kerikeri families enjoyed 35 years of movies when he turned the Cathay Cinema projectors on, no matter what, for an evening's entertainment.

He will be sadly missed.

Doug was predeceased by his parents Harold (Pop) and Elizabeth (Toots)Turner of Opua.
He is survived by his wife Patricia (Pat) Turner and his children and their partners, Susan and Harold Corbett. Mark and Nicole Turner. Fondly remembered by his grandchildren and their families, Ana, James, John and Harriet Dobbie. Reuben, Jessica, Thor and Caisha Corbett. Thomas, Tiffany and Osian Corbett. Paige and David Crate.

A celebration of Doug's life will be held in December.

A private family cremation has taken place. All correspondence to Scotts Funerals.