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Mervyn Charles George Hudd Friday, the 23rd of November 1956 - Sunday, the 15th of March 2026Mervyn passed away at Hospi...
18/03/2026

Mervyn Charles George Hudd Friday, the 23rd of November 1956 - Sunday, the 15th of March 2026

Mervyn passed away at Hospice surrounded by loved ones. In his presence were his wife of 46 years Tina, along with their son Christopher and their two daughters Catrina and Pippa, as well as their spouses. The service will be held on Wednesday, 25th March at 11:00 am at Simply Funerals Chapel followed by the private cremation at Te Rapa Crematorium.

Hospice Waikato was a place that was close to Mervyn and the families hearts and in our darkest moments, they offered support that we will forever be grateful for. It was Mervyn's wish to have any donations be made to Hospice in lieu of flowers. Please visit the link below if you would like to make a donation and select to 'donate in memory of a loved one' and enter "Mervyn Charles George Hudd

https://www.hospicewaikato.org.nz/en/donate

🕊️He Kura Tangihia, He Maimai Aroha
18/03/2026

🕊️He Kura Tangihia, He Maimai Aroha

It’s been a privilege for us to have Mrs Malaga Oliveta Brinton in our care. —It is with great sadness, we announce the ...
14/03/2026

It’s been a privilege for us to have Mrs Malaga Oliveta Brinton in our care.
—

It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Malaga Oliveta (Oli) Brinton, a cherished mother, sister, nana, aunty and Matriarch within her aiga.

Malaga Oliveta Brinton (nee Faualo)

11th April 1947 - 11th March 2026

Daughter to Evalu and Avoka Faualo

Mother to Fayenita and Kenneth, and to many others she lovingly raised.

Oliveta passed away peacefully, surrounded by love. She was deeply cherished and will be forever missed by her family, friends and all whose lives she touched.

We invite family and friends to join us as we come together to honour and celebrate Oliveta’s life

Viewings: All are welcomed to come and spend time with Oli.
Sunday 15th March 9am onwards
Monday 16th March between 9am-5pm
At Simply Funerals in Hamilton.

The funeral service will be held on
Tuesday 17th March
11:00am
Simply Funerals Chapel: 449 Te Rapa Road

Following the service

Oliveta will be cremated privately cremated, after which her ashes will be returned to Samoa.

Please join us for a high-tea style, in keeping with Oliveta’s wish to “have tea with the Queen”

Livestream link for all those who are unable to attend.

Unique Link to service: https://www.simplyfunerals.co.nz/funerals/-tributes?funeral=jVWR4

Social media link to service: https://share.funeral.stream/jVWR4

For more details on where you can help reach out to Kenneth Kelemete Faualo directly, we thank you for the ongoing support and beautiful messages received.

As per Oli’s wishes, fa’asamoa will be kept minimal.

If you would like to speak or sing during the service, reach out so we can add you to the program.

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Miles Hayward. Yesterday the world lost a tru...
10/03/2026

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Miles Hayward. Yesterday the world lost a truly remarkable man, and we lost the centre of our family — our amazing dad, devoted husband, cherished granddad, brother, uncle, and a loyal friend to so many.

Miles fought bravely until the very end, passing peacefully in the early hours of this morning surrounded by Colleen, Kimmy, Kelly and Sarah. True to who he was, he kept us entertained right until his final moments, making us laugh even as his voice gently faded.

He was a man of incredible strength, stubborn determination, courage, and endless love. Anyone who knew Miles knew his drive, his humour, and his big heart. Those qualities will stay with us forever.

But what stands out most is the legacy he leaves behind — in his family, in the lives he touched, and in the love he gave so freely. That legacy will continue to live on long after today, in every story we tell, every laugh we share, and every memory we hold close.

We were so lucky to know him, to love him, and to be loved by him.

A celebration of Miles’ incredible life will be will be held on Friday 13 March at 11am at Our Lady Star of the Sea School Hall, Stella Maris Way (off Chapel Road, Northpark).
Afterwards, everyone is warmly invited to join us for light refreshments and to have a Lion Red cheers for Miles at the Pakuranga Bowling Club (451 Pakuranga Road).

A livestream and tribute page to leave your thoughts and memories will be available at … https://share.funeral.stream/vFwxQ

Rest easy, Dad. We love you always.

Up the Wahs! đź’™

It is with the greatest honor that we have the ability to take care ofPieter Karel Johannes VenterSunday, the 21st of Ja...
08/03/2026

It is with the greatest honor that we have the ability to take care of

Pieter Karel Johannes Venter
Sunday, the 21st of January 1973 - Tuesday, the 24th of February 2026

Pieter Karel Johannes Venter passed away at Waikato Hospital surrounded by his loved ones.

On behalf of Louisa (Wife), Eduan (Son), Tané (Daughter), PK (Dad), Nellie (Mum), Rynhard (brother), Sanette (sister), we want to say thank you from the depths of our hearts.

Thank you for every Scripture shared, every gentle word of prayer, every message of sympathy, every encouragement, and every sincere act of care. Your love has carried us through hours that were too heavy to bear alone.

We are deeply grateful for the honour, respect, and love with which you have remembered our beloved Pieter. It comforts us to know that he lived not only in our hearts, but in yours as well. We can see that his beautiful and genuine life has left a deep and lasting imprint on the pages of your souls.

We share this loss with you. The absence is great — but so is the legacy of love he leaves behind.

We pray that the same peace that surpasses all understanding, and the gentle comfort of YaHUah’s presence, will surround and uphold each one of you during this time.

Love one another. Hold each other close. Spend precious time with your loved ones. Speak the words that live in your heart to those who are dear to you — because time is fragile, precious, and only on loan.

A Service will be held at Friday, 13th March at 12:00 pm.

Followed by the burial at Pyes Pa Cemetery, Tauranga.

To leave a tribute and watch the live stream on Friday, please follow the link provided - https://www.simplyfunerals.co.nz/funerals/-tributes?funeral=6GLxx

It is with great sadness & heartbreak that we announce the passing of Our Late Mrs Rona Toki. Sunrise, 30th January 1950...
05/03/2026

It is with great sadness & heartbreak that we announce the passing of Our Late Mrs Rona Toki.
Sunrise, 30th January 1950 to Sunset, 3rd March 2026

She will be remembered for her kind heart, colourful hair and bright beautiful smile.
Beloved Nan, Sister, aunty & friend.

On Saturday 7th March at 3:00pm an intimate service will be held at Hillcrest Cemetery, Whakatane. Followed by Rona’s burial.

Please keep sharing your favourite memories of Our Rona. Forever in our hearts.

If you would like to koha please see below more details -

NZ whaanau: Dion Bartosh
38-9017-0314760-02

Australia Whaanau: R L Te Huia
BSB 733-695 Acct 710137

Nga Mihi🤍

Some incredible photos of a custom made Casket for Our Late Glenn Irvine!
01/03/2026

Some incredible photos of a custom made Casket for
Our Late Glenn Irvine!

Glenn Malcolm Keith Irvine Sunday, the 21st of June 1967 - Saturday, the 21st of February 2026Glenn Malcolm Keith Irvine...
25/02/2026

Glenn Malcolm Keith Irvine Sunday, the 21st of June 1967 - Saturday, the 21st of February 2026

Glenn Malcolm Keith Irvine passed away at the Tauranga Hospital. Surrounded by love in his final days, he quietly found peace with his Heavenly Father.

Loved dearly by his family, Mum; Denice Turner, Father; John Irvine, Sons; Jayden, William, Thomas& Daughters; Ruby and Makayla

A Service will be held at Friday, 27th February at 10:00 am.

Followed by the burial at Tauranga Pyes Pa Cemetery.

To leave a tribute and watch the live stream on Friday, please follow the link -
https://www.simplyfunerals.co.nz/funerals/-tributes?funeral=ZW75j

21/02/2026

Save the date!

Sunday 22nd February
From 10am - till 2pm

We are having an Open Day!!!
We cant wait to meet the kind & friendly people of Cambridge!

Norman Jøker Lambertsen4th May 1934 - 7th February 2026Farewell to Dad, the Viking, gardener, project planner and TV Nor...
19/02/2026

Norman Jøker Lambertsen

4th May 1934 - 7th February 2026

Farewell to Dad, the Viking, gardener, project planner and TV Norm.

Thanks for always being a wonderful Morfar (grandfather) to Natalia and Torben.

You are at peace now after a short illness. Love you
heaps. Together forever with Mum.

A farewell service for Norman will be held at 11am on Saturday 28th February at Hamilton Park Cemetery, Newstead. All welcome.

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