Remember in your Prayers

Harriet Couch, peacefully passed away in Tauranga on November 15,2024, at the age of 95.  Devoted wife of the late Rev. Moke Albert George Couch.  Beloved mother of Rewi, Areta, Ngari, Paul, Philip, and Reihana.  Treasured grandmother to 15 grandchildren, great-grandmother to 16 great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandmother to 3.

 

A service celebrating Harriet's life was held Wednesday, November 20, at 2:00pm at Elliot's Chapel on Cameron, 414 Cameron Road,Tauranga.

 

We fondly remember Harriet and Moke, who served faithfully in the Māori Division and later in Te Taha Māori.  We honor their legacy and extend our heartfelt condolences to the whānau as they bid farewell to their cherished mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Ngā manaakitanga

Rev Tara Tautari | General Secretary

It is with sadness that I inform you of the death of Rev Marion Peterson today in the Hawkes Bay.

 

Marion passed away after a long period of illness, surrounded by the love of her family. A devoted servant of Christ, Marion dedicated her life to ministry and service within Te Hāhi Weteriana o Aotearoa. She took early retirement in 2007.

 

Born in Paeroa and raised in Hikutaia, Marion's journey of faith began in her local church and blossomed into a shared ministry with her husband, Brian. Together, they faithfully served parishes across New Zealand, including Greenmeadows, Flagstaff Union, and Meadowlands, touching countless lives with their compassion and dedication.

 

Marion's steadfast leadership, wisdom, and ability to guide others through times of challenge were a testament to her deep faith. Her contributions to the Evangelical Network, her creative spirit, and her passion for nurturing relationships have left a lasting legacy in the Church and beyond. She was a cherished mentor, colleague, and friend to many.

 

Marion is survived by her loving husband, Brian, their children Rachel and Shaun, and her treasured grandchildren. She will be dearly missed but forever remembered for her unwavering faith, kindness, and strength.

Information about the service to celebrate Marion's life will be circulated in the days ahead.

Ngā manaakitanga

Rev Tara Tautari | General Secretary