Raymond (Ray) Walker

17/10/2023 | In Memoriam | National

It is with a heavy heart that the Woodville Volunteer Fire Brigade announce the passing of retired C. F. O Raymond Walker. Ray joined the Woodville Volunteer Fire Brigade on 23 October 1967, working his way through and obtaining the rank of Deputy Chief Fire Officer in 1978.

Mark Stewart

16/10/2023 | In Memoriam | National

The Palmerston Volunteer Fire Brigade wish to advise of the passing of Brigade Support member and Gold Star recipient Mark Stewart on Wednesday 11 October 2023.  

A service will be held for Mark at the Palmerston Sports Hall at 2pm, Wednesday 18 October 2023.

Barry Mockett (Mock)

16/10/2023 | In Memoriam | National

Ruawai Volunteer Fire Brigade wish to advise of the passing of 3rd Officer, Gold Star recipient and Life Member Barry Mockett (Mock) on Thursday 12 October 2023.

Simon Wilson

11/10/2023 | In Memoriam | National

Lauriston Fire Brigade advise of the passing of Simon Wilson on Sunday 8 October 2023. Simon joined the Brigade in February 2013 and was a valued member who was engaged within the Brigade and community.

Ian Irvine - Updated

06/10/2023 | In Memoriam | National

Matamata Volunteer Fire Brigade wish to advise the passing of Brigade Support member, Gold Star recipient and Life Member, Ian Irvine on Tuesday 3rd October 2023.  

A service will be held for Ian at Matamata Fire Station at 1pm, Saturday 7th October 2023.   Undress uniform.

Edwin Bennett Traill

04/10/2023 | In Memoriam | National

Eketahuna Volunteer Fire Brigade advises of the passing of Senior Fire Fighter Edwin Traill on 29 September 2023. Eddie served with the Eketahuna Brigade since May 2014.

Alan Wayne Harrington

04/10/2023 | In Memoriam | National

Rissington Volunteer Fire Brigade advises of the passing of Alan Wayne 'Lofty' Harrington on Sunday 1 October 2023. Lofty served with DOC and the Rissington Brigade for over 33 years. A private cremation was held Wednesday 4 October 2023.

Richard John Martin

04/10/2023 | In Memoriam | National

Rangiwahia Volunteer Fire Brigade wish to advise of the passing of retired CFO and Life Honorary Member Richard John Martin. Richard served the Rangiwahia Brigade and District for over 42 years, retiring in 2012.

Brian Wigmore (Wiggy) - updated

22/09/2023 | In Memoriam | National

Turua Volunteer Fire Brigade advise the passing of past Deputy Chief Fire Officer and Gold Star recipient, Brian Wigmore (Wiggy). Wiggy passed on Wednesday 20th September 2023 after a short illness.  

Celebration/funeral is at Turua Hall, Tuesday 26th September at 11am followed by private cremation. Full undress uniform.