It is with saddened hearts we wish to inform everyone of the passing of both our parents. 
 
Sallyona (Sally) Drysdale née Lewis. 
Sunrise:  Summer 1954 – Sunset:  Summer 2025.
Loved wife, mum, nan and big nan.
 
Robert (Bob) Burnley Drysdale
Sunrise:  Summer 1951 – Sunset Autumn 2026
Loved husband, dad, papa and big pa.
 
It was mum and dad’s wishes that their funerals be private.  They are both at peace, lying in Te Reinga Urupa together forever.  We would like to thank whanau and friends for the koha, kai, awhi and aroha given.
 
☪️ Matua Tama Wairua Tapu me ngā Anahera Pono me te Mangai Ae 

24 January 2026 - 25 March 2026 
 
Deeply loved and adored daughter of Chris Whaanga and Charlee-May Rangiwai, precious little taonga to "Nanny Wairoa" Margaret Hauwai, and cherished baby sister to her eight big brothers. From the moment you were here, you filled our world with a love so pure and unconditional. Though your time in our arms was far too short, you will remain in our hearts forever.
Our baby will lie at 12 Sydney Street, from Friday 27/3 at 3pm where the funeral service will be held on Monday 30th March at 10am, followed by burial at Nuhaka Public Cemetery.
 
Sleep peacefully, our precious darling. Rest eternally with your papa and cousins. 
Rest eternally with Papa Terrence and your cousins.

Sunrise:  20/02/1963
Sunset:  13/03/2026
Loved wife of the late Gerald Watson.  Daughter of Ihipa and the late Paku Te Rangi.  Sister to Hac & Jac Te Rangi, Chris & Troy Robinson, Bill Te Rangi, and the late Soss & Araina Te Rangi.  Her fashion sense will be dearly missed by her nieces, nephews, cousins and Affco family.
As per Tarnz wishes, a private funeral has been held.  She was laid to rest on 14/03 at Waihua Urupa.
 

Suddenly but peacefully on Wednesday, 4 March. Aged 52 years.
Adored wife of Eric. Loving and proud mother of Paige and Braedon, and mother in law of Cameron. Cherished daughter of Laurie and Marie Hellyer (both dec), and daughter in law of Mike (dec) and Jill Rangi.
Loved sister and sister in law of Dave and Karen, Stephen (dec), Debbie and Tony, Judy and Felix, Linda and John, Bryan and Ngaire, and Kirsty and Aaron. Dearly loved twin sister of Ann-Maree, and sister in law of Mark.
A beautiful aunty, cousin, niece and friend, who fought bravely and is now at rest. As per Tracey’s wishes, a private ceremony has been held.

Sunrise 15 March 1940 - Sunset 10 March 2026
 
Our beautiful mum and nan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, surrounded by her loving whanau.
Treasured wife to Albert (dec).  Cherished and loved mum to James (dec), Ahenata, Lesley, Hawaiki, Sonny and Jonathon.  Proud nan and great-nan to all her mokopuna.  Much loved daughter to James Mikaere (dec) & Elizabeth Turner (dec).  Loving sister to Danny and Delia.
Mum will lie at 2801 SH 2 Nuhaka with whanau from Wednesday, 11 March 2026 where we will hold a church service at 6.30pm, all welcome to attend.  She will travel to Whakaki marae on Thursday, where her funeral will be held on Friday at 11am followed by her burial in Paurewa Urupa Whakaki, with our dad and brother.

Jacqueline will lie at Iwitea Marae until her funeral service on Monday, 9 March 2026 at 11am.

3 August 1936 – 3 March 2026
 
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by loving family.
Beloved husband of his Gwen, magic dad to Susan and Mark, Poppa Jock to all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  He was a loyal member of the lodge and a great friend to many.
Wairoa was his whare, his life, his essence…  Our totara has fallen to be reunited with his Gwen. 
A private cremation has been held and there will be a memorial service, at a date to be advised.
 

It is with a heavy heart we advise the peaceful passing of Phillip (Phil) Joseph O’Brien on 3rd March 2026. Beloved son of Richard Rihari O’Brien & Hineitiaria Jean OBrien (nee Whare). Loved husband of Ronda (nee Kiddie), loved father of Raewyn & Dave Clissold and Chantal O’Brien. Loved papa to Tarani & Jay.
 
Loved brother, brother-in-law, cousin, uncle & friend to many. A small service will be held at Pickering Funeral Chapel on Friday, 6th March 2026 at 10am.
 
Dad will then be taken to his final resting place 970 Ngaatira Road, Ngaatira Marae, Lichfield. On Saturday 7th March 2026, a small service will be held early afternoon (time to be advised).
 
Rest easy dad, you fought the good fight with a beer in your hand and hand-piece in the other (OG shearer since the 70’s)