Besoul Funerals

18/10/2026

Family Notice
MIKE HOPKINS
Passed away peacefully on 13 October 2026, aged 80. A celebration of Mike’s life will be held at Mahurangi West Hall, Puhoi on Tuesday 20th October 2026 at 2pm, to be followed by interment at Pukapuka Cemetery. To leave a tribute please visit the link below. Thanks to everyone who has been a part of Mike’s life journey.
https://www.besoulfunerals.co.nz/obituaries/mike-hopkins/

07/10/2026

Family Notice
JOSEPH FELIX CRANDLE
Joe died peacefully on 3 October 2026, aged 84, surrounded by family. Joe had been unwell for several months. Much loved husband of Raewyn, and devoted father of Sheryl, Glen and Kelly. After living in the Far North and Bay of Plenty, Joe settled in Warkworth and enjoyed a long career at the Satellite Station. Joe's work took him on memorable missions to offshore islands, the Pacific Islands and Antarctica, adding adventure and rich experiences to a life well lived. Joe's passion and deep commitment to habitat conservation, both locally and nationally, included service at governance level with Forest & Bird. Special thanks to Joe's five brothers and sisters, and Bob, for their loving support. Their visits and shared activities brought him great happiness. Family and friends are warmly invited to celebrate Joe's life on Monday 19 October 3:30pm to 5:30pm at Bridge House, Warkworth. Messages and queries to [email protected]

07/10/2026

Gorgeous garden spray for a keen gardener 🍀🌱

01/10/2026

Family Notice
IAN EDWIN LEWINGTON
Passed very peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday 30 September 2026, aged 62 years. Loved husband of 40 years of Lynley, loved father of Sarah, Jono, and Elliot, and their partners Nick, Shae, and Oonagh. Adored Pops of Mackenzie and Frankie. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Kay and Robert. Special thanks to Harbour Hospice Warkworth for all their care and support. Flowers were not Ian's thing, so please no flowers. Donations to Hospice would be appreciated at harbourhospice.org.nz/donate A service to celebrate Ian's life will be held at The Stables Event Centre, Country Park, 1151 Leigh Road, Matakana on Wednesday 7 October 2026 at 11.30am and will be livestreamed. To view this here, and to leave a tribute please visit https://www.besoulfunerals.co.nz/obituaries/ian-lewington/

22/09/2026

16/09/2026

FAMILY NOTICE
Kate Leslie MNZM JP. Kate died peacefully at home on 13 September 2026, aged 91. Much loved mother to her four daughters, and Nana to her 9 grandchildren. A service to celebrate Kate's dynamic life will be held at 11am on Friday 18 September 2026 at besoul Funerals, 12 Gumfield Drive, Warkworth. Please feel free to wear something bright or colourful. To view the livestream and to leave a tribute please visit besoulfunerals.co.nz/obituaries/kate-leslie-mnzm-jp/

15/09/2026

Family Notice
SHARRON LESLIE BOTHERWAY
8th June 1963 - 12th September 2026
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family, on 12 September 2026, aged 63, after a courageous battle with cancer. Much loved wife and best friend of Grant, adored mum of Stacey and Tonya, and mother-in-law of Cameron. Loved daughter of Rosalie and the late Ted Bradnam. Loved big sister of Lynley, Gillian, and Keryn. Treasured aunty of Jessica, Mitchell, Milan, Dorian, Tane, River and Ireland. The family would like to thank the incredible team at Harbour Hospice for their support along Sharron’s journey. In accordance with Sharron’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. A celebration of her life will be held at Mahurangi Rugby Club, State Highway 1, Warkworth, at 2pm on Friday, 18 September 2026. To leave a tribute please visit besoulfunerals.co.nz/obituaries/sharron-botherway/

08/09/2026

FAMILY NOTICE
Cheryl Jeanne Clague
Passed away at North Shore Hospital, after a short illness on 6th September 2026, aged 93. Dearly loved wife of the late Malcolm for 71 years. Loved sister of Rod. Treasured mother of Jeffrey, Philip, Alison, and Ian. A loved mother in law, and cherished by her 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Much loved by her wider extended family, and her community. “Determined and strong until the end”. Rest in Peace. A service to celebrate Cheryl’s life will be held at besoul Funerals, 12 Gumfield Drive, Warkworth on Monday 14th September 2026 at 1.00pm. To view the livestream and to leave a tribute please visit: www.besoulfunerals.co.nz/obituaries/cheryl-clague