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Terri Knight

Beloved wife of John and devoted mum of Jackie (married to Steve), Steve (married to Kaye) and John (married to Ann) Grandmother of Beth, Josh, Caleb, Lizzy, Becca, Jack, George and Alice. Childminder of MANY lovely kids. Dedicated member of Manor Road Evangilical Church and stalwart of the parent and toddlers group. Loved and missed by all of us.

Dennis Shepard

Dennis Shepard February 2, 1941 – July 22, 2025 Dennis Shepard, a beloved father, grandfather, and lifelong musician, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025, after a courageous battle with prostate cancer. He was 84. Born in Los Angeles on February 2, 1941, Dennis grew up with an ear for music and a deep appreciation for the arts. From a young age, he was drawn to the rhythms of jazz, a passion that would become a defining part of his life. As an accomplished jazz musician, Dennis spent decades honing his craft, performing, and sharing the magic of music with those fortunate enough to hear him play. Beyond his musical gifts, Dennis had a lifelong love affair with classic cars. He found joy in restoring vintage automobiles, appreciating the history and craftsmanship behind every curve and chrome detail. His garage was often filled with the sounds of both saxophone melodies and the hum of an engine being brought back to life. Later in life, Dennis made his home in Boise, Idaho, where he spent over ten years enjoying the slower pace of life, the warmth of community, and time with family. He brought his signature wit, warmth, and wisdom to all those who knew him. Dennis is survived by his loving son Scott, devoted daughter-in-law Elizabeth, and his cherished grandchildren Noah, Scarlett, and Ruby, who will carry forward his legacy of curiosity, creativity, and resilience. In honor of Dennis’s wishes, there will be no formal service. Instead, the family kindly asks that donations be made in his name to the Prostate Cancer Foundation: www.pcf.org. Dennis's life was one of rhythm, grace, and quiet strength. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Dr.Theodore Joseph

In Loving Memory of Dr. Joseph Dr. Joseph, a native of Trinidad, was a beloved professor, devoted husband, father, and friend. With a heart for healing and a deep commitment to service, he dedicated his life to caring for others with compassion and grace. His warm spirit, wisdom, and faith touched everyone he met. Though he is no longer with us, his legacy of love, excellence, and kindness lives on.

Mae Academia

My mom had a heart made of gold, Soft hands that healed, arms that always held. With love as constant as the morning light, She gave without asking, stood by through the night. A gentle soul, so willing to care, Lifting others with quiet prayers. Wherever she went, kindness would bloom— She filled every corner with light and room.

Paul McGregor

Companionate, principled, witty, positive, humble, legend, cheerful, unfazed, mentor, friend, teacher, curious, intellectual, foodie, city lover, generalist, last one standing at a party, problem enthusiast, unmatched, resilient, optimistic and resourceful

Theresa Lim Chin Chin

An activist who fought for change - and a mother who fought for love.

Bruce Yates

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Bruce Alister Yates, a much-loved father, grandfather, and friend to many. A Funeral Service to celebrate Bruce’s life will be held at 10:30am on Friday 25th July at AvonPark Chapel, Christchurch. Following the service, the funeral procession will depart around 11:50am, making its way to Ruru Lawn Cemetery, where Bruce will be laid to rest at 12:00pm. All are welcome to attend and pay their respects. With love, The Yates Family

Ruud van Ginkel

Ruud was an Aikido practitioner of the first hour in the Netherlands. Already at a young age, now 45 years ago, he became an Aikido instructor. This marked the first of many milestones in a life dedicated to Aikido. Shihan, sensei, mentor, friend, owner of Aikidocentrum van Ginkel, founder of Aikido Shoryukai Netherlands. Besides as a martial art, Ruud applied Aikido movements and principles to various performing arts as well as to business settings. He will be missed …

Ching Chiu

Ching was a senior and respected member of the Finance team, supporting the Construction Division and was with Wates for over 30 years. He was Wates through and through and was a massive character who we will dearly miss.

Hellen Wambui

With thanksgiving and gratitude to God for the gift of life, we inform you of the promotion to higher glory of Hellen Wambûi (Mama Claire) of Dagenham, London who passed away on July 16th 2025 after courageously battling illness with dignity and grace borne out of her faith in Jehovah God. She was the cherished and beloved wife to Sam Kînoro. She was the devoted mother to Claire, Brian and Joseph. She was a beloved sister in law to Anne (Mama Richard) and George (Baba Richard) of Chadwell Heath, London.

Sarah Turner

She was a loving mother to 2 beautiful princesses and a beautiful wife to her husband James turner,a cheerful lady

Bartholomew Nwanguma

Remembering the memory of Mr Barth Nwanguma

Sudarshan Punj

With deep sorrow, we share the passing of our beloved mum Sudarshan Punj. She was a source of boundless love and unwavering care. In remembrance of her life and legacy, we have created this group as a space for family and friends to come together, offer their condolences, share heartfelt memories, and express prayers or wishes. Your words, stories, and blessings will mean a lot to all of us and help keep their spirit alive in our hearts.

Adrian Gregory

Adrian was much loved member of our Customer Operations family and had been with us for nearly 7 ½ years. He will be sorely missed by everyone.

Jacqui Close

Jacqui Close was a wonderful, generous, and witty colleague who will be greatly missed by everyone in Sociology and more widely in the School of Geography, Politics and Sociology. Respected by her academic and professional service colleagues as well as her students, Jacqui was a pleasure to know, and she was brilliant at her job. In this book we note our personal reflections from working with Jacqui, studying with her and generally being in her company. We collectively offer our condolences to Jacqui’s family and friends and hope that our comments offer some comfort. Geography, Politics and Sociology colleagues, Newcastle University

Bernd Stadtherr

An awesome amazing soldier of Christ, person, husband, leader, guide to anyone that needed comfort and support.A best friend, a father figure, very hard worker, all about his family, very dedicated to those he loved and cared for that was close to him and a star role model in his community and a comfort and support for people in recovery and an amazing guitar player and just all around blessing to anyone that had the privilege of getting to know him.He will be very missed but also knowing he is with Jesus now pain free, happy and filled with pure unconditional love, waiting for us all to come home.Is what helps us carry on his legacy.