FUNERALS & TRIBUTES

Passed away peacefully at home in Puhoi surrounded by love, on Saturday 21st February 2026, aged 47 years. Dearly loved by his wife Vicky, his two sons, his Guatemalan family, and New Zealand friends. A valuable member of the Puhoi Volunteer Fire Brigade. Our thoughts, love and condolences go to his family. Rest in peace mate. A celebration of Noe's life will be held at Puhoi Fire Station, 52 Ahuroa Road, Puhoi on Tuesday 24th February 2026 at 1.00pm, to be followed by private cremation. A livestream of the service will be available to view, and to leave a Tribute to Noe please click on the Tribute Wall below and sign in with your email as a Guest.

Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday 7th February 2026, surrounded by Todd and close friends, after a short illness. Much loved youngest daughter of the late Don and Jill Wilson (Whitford). Dearly loved wife and soulmate of Todd Andrews and adored adopted son, her Labrador Abel. Loved sister of Donna and Bill Idol (USA) and Lynne (Flower) and Warren von Batenburg (Australia). Loved aunt of Zoe, Matt and Rose (Sydney), and Wilson and Tess (London). Loved lifetime friend and chosen sister of Ashley and Gayle, Briar, Catherine, and Mark. Cherished by the Andrews and Foss families (USA). Our darling Kaye will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A celebration of Kaye’s life will be held on Monday 16th February 2026 at The Stables, 1151 Leigh Road, Matakana at 2.00pm. A livestream will be available to view here, and to leave a tribute for Kaye please sign in to the Tribute Wall with your email as a Guest. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Kaye's chosen charity West Cork...

Passed away peacefully on 26 January 2026, aged 85 years. Loved sister to the late Bruce, Leonie, the late Alan, Dianne, and Sue. Dearly loved Mum to Kathy, Kerry, and Geoff, and a much loved Gran, Great Gran, Auntie, and friend. Frances will be lying in state at Kerry's home until her farewell service which will be held at besoul Funerals, 12 Gumfield Drive, Warkworth on Saturday 31 January 2026 at 11.00am. To leave a tribute please click on the link below and sign in with your email as a Guest.

Passed away peacefully on 26 January 2026, aged 87. Loved husband of Pam. Loved brother of Doff (deceased), Deirdre (deceased), Donald, Rob, & John. Loved father & father in law of Michael, Jan & Blair. Loved Grumpy to Brody, Anna, Niko, & Zara. Will be sadly missed. Grateful thanks to Harbour Hospice Warkworth & Red Beach, and to Rodney District Nurses. A private cremation has been held. Please join us at a celebration of Nick's life to be held at besoul Funerals, 12 Gumfield Drive, Warkworth on Saturday 14 February 2026 at 12.00pm. The livestream will be available to view here, or to leave a tribute please sign in to the Tribute Wall with your email, as a Guest.

It is with deep sadness that we share the news that our wife and mother, Sandra, passed away unexpectedly on Monday evening, 12th January 2026. Dearly loved wife of Andrew. Cherished Mum of Allan and Karen. We are heartbroken by this loss and appreciate your love and thoughts during this time. We invite you to join us in a Celebration of Sandra's Life at besoul Funerals, 12 Gumfield Drive, Warkworth, on Tuesday 20th January 2026 at 1.00pm, to be followed by private cremation. To leave a tribute please click below and sign in with your email as a Guest.

RNZAF NZ209519 Passed away peacefully at Summerset Falls Retirement Village, Warkworth, on 9th January 2026, aged 84. Loved husband of the late Gael Rhodes, and former husband of Gayle Rhodes, who remains a cherished friend. Father and father-in-law of Stephen and Sonya, Warren and Lynne, Colette, and Juanita. Stepfather to Kirsten and Gary, Geoff and Belinda, and Kim. Grandad to Shaun, Declan, Connor, Braden, Campbell and Mackenzie, Elliot, Caitlin and Will, Erina, Kiara, and Alexia, Tayla, Lola, and Will. Great-Grandad to Ariah-rose, Aubrey, Remi, and Rylee. Our heartfelt thanks to the staff at Summerset Falls for their care and support. A celebration of Ken’s life will be held at besoul Funerals, 12 Gumfield Drive, Warkworth on Saturday 17th January 2026 at 11am, followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to Harbour Hospice. Messages to 3 Buckleton Road, Buckleton Beach, Matakana 0986, or to leave a tribute please click below and sign...

Passed away peacefully after a short illness on 22 December 2025, aged 79. Dearly loved husband of Heather. Loved father of Angela and Tracey, and loved by Grant Hammond (deceased). Love Grandad of Kat. Forever in our hearts. With special thanks to Harbour Hospice Red Beach for their love and care of Dad, and us, in this difficult time. A private cremation has been held. Please join us to celebrate his life on Saturday 7th February 2026 at 11.30am, at the Salty Dog Inn, 242 Mahurangi East Road, Snells Beach. Please come and share your memories. Kindly RSVP to Angela 022 0150 277, and to leave a tribute please click below and sign in with your email as a Guest.

Tragically and suddenly passed away at home in Point Curtis Road, Maungaturoto, on 1st December 2025, aged 64. Dearly loved mother of Daniel James Cleaver and siblings, and a much loved grandmother. A service to celebrate Carla's life will be held at besoul Funerals, Warkworth. If you wish to attend Carla's funeral service or to view the livestream please contact besoul Funerals at hello@besoul.co.nz or (09) 422 2534

Passed away at Summerset Falls Care Centre, Warkworth, after a short illness on 7 December 2025, aged 95. Dearly loved husband of Cheryl for 71 years. Treasured father of Jeffrey, Philip, Alison, and Ian. A loved father in law, and cherished by his 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Much loved by his wider extended family, and his community. “A mighty Totara has fallen”. Rest in Peace. A service to celebrate Malcolm’s life will be held at besoul Funerals, 12 Gumfield Drive, Warkworth on Tuesday 16 December 2025 at 1.00pm. To view the livestream and to leave a tribute please click below and sign in with your email as a Guest.

Passed away suddenly and peacefully on 29 November 2025, aged 74 years. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Marg (Rita) for 50 years. Loved father and father in law of Sam and Anna, and Jamie and Nikki. Treasured Pa to Abby, Emma, Luke, Oliver, Matilda, and Charlie. You will be forever in our hearts. A service to celebrate Den's life will be held at besoul Funerals, 12 Gumfield Drive, Warkworth on Tuesday 9 December 2025 at 1.30pm. At Den's request a dress code of shirt, shorts, jandals, and hats would be welcomed. To leave a tribute for the family please click below and sign in with your email as a Guest.