Funeral Notices
Recent notices, along with funeral information for family and friends
Rest easy Adrian.
We all have such great memories of your story telling, always with incredible details.
We'll all miss you.
Arohanui
Rainee and Kerry OHara
FIRMIN: Adrian Norman Takarangi
Date of passing:
Friday, 19 June 2026
Service date and time: 11:00 AM Tuesday, 23 June, 2026
Service venue: Dempsey and Forrest - 208 Guyton Street Whanganui
Link to livestream/video: https://www.videosystems.co.nz/dfnz
Service date and time: 11:00 AM Tuesday, 23 June, 2026
Service venue: Dempsey and Forrest - 208 Guyton Street Whanganui
Link to livestream/video: https://www.videosystems.co.nz/dfnz
On 19th June 2026, aged 72 years young.
Dearly loved long term partner and mate of Karis.
A much-loved dad and father-in-law of Tracey-Lee, Darren and Miranda, and Jess.
Loved koro of Justice, Tyrell, Benji; Ihaia, Te Awanui, and Mana.
Former husband and friend of Vivien.
Loved eldest son of the late Noti and Phil.
A loved brother and brother-in-law of Glen, Rainee and Kerry O'Hara, Wiki and Tony Shepherd, Robin and George, Ruth (dec) and Paul Green, Gail (dec) and Don Cathro, and Wayne and Leanne.
Loved uncle of all his many nieces and nephews.
"A Loyal and Trusted Mate"
Friends are invited to attend a service to celebrate Adrian’s life in the Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street, Whanganui on Tuesday 23 June 2026 at 11.00am to be followed by interment in the Family Urupa.
Adrian’s service can viewed online at www.dempseyandforrest.co.nz ‘Watch Services Online’
Dempsey & Forrest
Locally Owned
It was with heavy heart, I was told of your passing by Rakai, Stromp. I will miss out Korero and catch ups on my return home.
Sending my deepest aroha to Karis and your Tamariki and especially your Moko's who you so proud of their sporting achievements Cuz, they will definitely miss their Koro.
Who is going to make our Rewana Bread now Bro, however travel safe our tupuna are waiting for you, it was a privilege to have served with you Stromp. Your duty is done lay your pack down and your rifle on top, March off from your final Parade.
Haere Haere Haere Atu Ra - ONWARD - Colonel
Sending my deepest aroha to Karis and your Tamariki and especially your Moko's who you so proud of their sporting achievements Cuz, they will definitely miss their Koro.
Who is going to make our Rewana Bread now Bro, however travel safe our tupuna are waiting for you, it was a privilege to have served with you Stromp. Your duty is done lay your pack down and your rifle on top, March off from your final Parade.
Haere Haere Haere Atu Ra - ONWARD - Colonel
Our sincere condolences to you Karis and the Firman family on the passing of our dear friend Adrian.
Gary has very fond memories of Adrian during their school years at Marton Junction Primary School.
I will always remember Adrian for his humble and kind nature. Loved our chats!
Thinking of you all with love at this time.
He will be sadly missed by all.
RIL Adrian!
Regards Jenny and Gary
Gary has very fond memories of Adrian during their school years at Marton Junction Primary School.
I will always remember Adrian for his humble and kind nature. Loved our chats!
Thinking of you all with love at this time.
He will be sadly missed by all.
RIL Adrian!
Regards Jenny and Gary
Dear Rainee and Kerry and family. Extending deepest sympathy for the loss of a loved brother. I too have recently lost my brother at 72. Too soon and too young. My love and understanding are with you at this hard time.
Betty Vincent-Little
Betty Vincent-Little
One of life's gentlemen and a privilege to have worked alongside Ant. His kindness was quietly provided and he was always there for a friend.
Kia ora to haerenga i to haerenga whakamutunga ki te taha o to tipuna
Kia ora to haerenga i to haerenga whakamutunga ki te taha o to tipuna
It is so sad to hear of your passing
Karis you have been a rock to all condolences from us both
Have a great afterlife mate
Karis you have been a rock to all condolences from us both
Have a great afterlife mate
Sad to hear of your passing cousin you will be missed rest in love cousin much aroha to you and your whanau my Dad will be happy to see you again he will be waiting at those golden gates for you with your Dad and the rest of our whanau's
