In memory of those who “died suddenly” in India, Thailand, Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand, July 24-July 31, 2023
Indian singer Surinder Shinda, cop Abu Gani; a Thai tourist in Belgium; Indonesian soaps star Taufik Lala; a New Zealander in a “vaxxident” (crashed into a police station); & more
INDIA
Punjabi singer Surinder Shinda dies at 70
July 26, 2023
Punjabi singer Surinder Pal Dhammi, known as Surinder Shinda, died of prolonged illness at Ludhiana’s Dayanand Medical College and Hospital (DMCH) Wednesday. He was 70. Shinda, described as the ‘grandfather of Music on Console’, was admitted to DMCH on July 15, and had been on a ventilator since then. DMCH principal Dr Sandeep Puri, who treated the singer, said that he was in a critical state at the time of admission and had slipped into a coma, and the condition got aggravated by kidney failure.
No cause of death reported.
A policeman “died suddenly”:
The cop that died in the line of duty
July 30, 2023
Gudalur - 44-year-old Abu Gani of Gudalur South police station died while on duty last night. Abu Gani, 44, was the police station inspector of Gudalur South. He was admitted to Uthamapalayam government hospital after he complained of chest pain. There he died.
No cause of death reported.
Rajkot's Rathod family mourns death due to heart attack
July 28, 2023
Rajkot - The number of deaths due to heart attack is increasing in Rangila Rajkot. In this city of Gujarat, people of young age have been dying of heart attack for some time now. At the same time, one more death has been reported from a heart attack in Rajkot. Pirnitha, 36, suffered a heart attack on her birthday. The woman's family has been devastated by the death of a heart attack.
THAILAND
Belgium - Another death at Tomorrowland: 35-year-old visitor from Thailand
July 30, 2023
Another death has fallen at Tomorrowland in Boom [Belgium]. This is confirmed by the Antwerp public prosecutor's office. It concerns a 35-year-old visitor from Thailand. "In the night from Friday to Saturday, someone was found unconscious on the site," says public prosecutor Lieselotte Claessens. The emergency services immediately went to the scene. The victim was taken to hospital, but died shortly afterwards. It concerns a 35-year-old visitor from Thailand. Nothing is yet known about the cause of death. An investigating judge has been appointed. An autopsy will now take place.
No cause of death reported.
INDONESIA
Taufik Lala Died suddenly, Jarwo Kwat Tells the Moments His Best Friend Collapsed in the Workshop
July 27, 2023
Soap opera star Taufik Lala [right] felt pain suddenly, comedian Jarwo Kwat [left] suspected having a heart attack. Deep sorrow was felt by Taufik Lala's family, because the soap opera and comedian passed away on Wednesday (27/7/2023). Quoted from YouTube Intense Investigation, Thursday (27/7/2023), Jarwo Kwat, the friend said that Taufik Lala had felt pain suddenly. For that, Jarwo Kwat suspected that Taufik Lala had a heart attack.
No age reported.
Killed in a “vaxxident”:
Stuck in Traffic, Truck Driver in Jambi Dies Suddenly, Headache Medicine Found
July 30, 2023
Innalillahi! A coal truck driver named Darmansyah (42) died when he was stuck in a severe traffic jam on the Muaro Jambi causeway. Darmansyah was found dead on Thursday (29/7/2023) at around 12.00 WIB. According to eyewitnesses, Darma, when the incident occurred he passed the Jambi-Burlian Cross road was severely jammed, suddenly the yellow Nopol BH 8035 FA truck driven by the victim hit the expedition box car in front of him. The surprised box driver got off and checked his car but it didn't suffer any damage. Witness Darma also checked the condition of the driver and found the driver was no longer alive. Based on information from Darto, the victim's younger brother, the coal driver who died had a history of diabetes and heart disease.
No cause of death reported.
Hajj Pilgrim from Bendosari Sukoharjo Dies After Arriving in Indonesia
July 26, 2023
The pilgrim from Toriyo, Bendosari, Sukoharjo died after arriving in Indonesia, Tuesday (25/7/2023). The deceased Panggat was a member of lot 66. When he arrived in the country, the deceased fainted and was taken to the Port Health Office (KKP) of the Donohudan Hajj Dormitory. He was then referred to the hospital for treatment.
No age or cause of death reported.
AUSTRALIA
Paul Bernard McStay, 76
July 29, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - It is with deep sadness that Paul's family announce his sudden and unexpected passing in Noosa, Australia, on July 14, 2023, aged 76 years. Paul was loved by his many lifelong friends including those he made through work, swimming, gym and biking. 'Dad, you were an inspiration to us all. We will miss you forever, our hearts are broken. We love you so much.’ Special thanks to the amazing and compassionate staff at Noosa Hospital.
No cause of death reported.
Judi Young, 62
July 29, 2023
Brisbane - Passed away suddenly in her home in Brisbane on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, aged 62 years. Her wacky humour and concern for others will be sadly missed.
No cause of death reported.
NEW ZEALAND
Killed in a “vaxxident”:
Driver returned twice before fatal crash into station
August 1, 2023
Timaru - A man has died after his car crashed "at speed" into the Timaru Police Station, where he had returned twice late last night. Police say the man was first seen driving erratically in front of the station about 10.45 pm, where officers signalled for him to stop, but he drove off at speed. Aoraki Area Commander Inspector Vicki Walker said the man was then pursued "for a brief period" before the vehicle returned to outside the station. The man was to spoken to from inside his vehicle before driving off again. "By this stage police held concerns for the man’s welfare", she said. "About 11.30 pm, the vehicle has been located on Barnard Street and its tyres spiked in an attempt to stop it. The vehicle then drove back towards the Timaru Police Station and struck the building at speed. The man died at the scene.”
No age or cause of death reported.
Person found dead on track in Wellington
July 29, 2023
Wellington - A person has been found dead near a Wellington house. Police were called at 3.15 pm today after someone reported a dead body on a private track in the Wellington suburb of Northland. A spokesperson said police are at the scene and the death is currently unexplained.
No age or cause of death reported.
Police making enquiries after sudden death in Riverhead in Auckland’s west
July 25, 2023
Riverhead, Auckland - A police officer told the Herald at the scene they were responding to a sudden death at a residential address on School Rd. Four police cars are parked outside of Riverhead School, on School Rd. However, a receptionist in the school’s office said “it has nothing to do with us”. A police spokesperson confirmed they were attending a sudden death.
No age or cause of death reported.
Denise Shirley Falconer, 67
July 31, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - Passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023, at Nurse Maude Hospital, aged 67 years.
No cause of death reported.
Mary Gladys Bernadette De Leijer
July 31, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - Surrounded by loved ones, Mary's breast cancer journey ended on the morning of Saturday, July 29, 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
Kenneth George Comrie-Smith
July 31, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - Suddenly at Christchurch Hospital on July 28, 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
David Bernard Ross
July 31, 2023
Auckland - Suddenly, at Auckland, on Thursday, July 27, 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
Graham Rabarts, 54
July 30, 2023
Waikato - Age 54 years. Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 26th July 2023, surrounded by family, after fighting a tough battle with cancer. Hard to think of life without you, you've been in our lives for over 40 years. Rest in peace our big mate, until we meet again.
No cause of death reported.
Jillian Carol (nee Smith) Bonniface, 68
July 29, 2023
Howick, Auckland - Passed away peacefully at home on 27 July 2023, aged 68 years, after a courageous two-year battle with a brain tumour. "You will be dearly missed."
George Tee Iro, 19
July 29, 2023
Manawatu, Manawatu-Wanganui - Of Malu'u in the Solomon Islands & most recently of Palmerston North, passed away unexpectedly last week at the tender age of 19 years old. Mamalo la enenoa bia Thufa.
No cause of death reported.
Holly Anne McDougall, 42
July 29, 2023
Gladstone, Invercargill - It is with broken hearts we announce the passing of our amazing Holly, suddenly at Southland Hospital on Thursday, July 27, 2023, surrounded with love. "You've got the love to see me through."
No cause of death reported.
Caleb James McCurdy Ching, 43
July 29, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - At Auckland City Hospital on July 5, 2023, aged 43 years.
No cause of death reported.
Stephen Geoffrey Martin, 73
July 29, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - Unexpectedly passed away, on Friday, July 21, 2023, aged 73 years.
No cause of death reported.
Mark Gerrard Ashurst, 68
July 29, 2023
Te Awamutu, Waikato - Suddenly passed away at Waikato Hospital on Saturday, 22nd July 2023, aged 68 years. Thanks to the St John Ambulance and Waikato Hospital ED staff for the care shown to Mark in his final hours.
No cause of death reported.
Stephen Geoffrey Martin, 73
July 29, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - Unexpectedly passed away, on Friday, July 21, 2023, aged 73 years.
No cause of death reported.
Bruce James Grant, 73
July 29, 2023
Winton, Southland - Unexpectedly at his home.
No cause of death reported.
Judith Elaine (nee Anderson) Herbert, 73
July 29, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - (Formerly of Alexandra, and Monowai) Judi passed away peacefully on July 27, 2023, aged 73, at Christchurch Hospital following a short illness.
No cause of death reported.
John Joseph Crengle, 74
July 29, 2023
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty - Passed away suddenly on 27th July 2023 aged 74. Forever with us
No cause of death reported.
Richard (Rick) Shaw, 76
July 29, 2023
Tauranga - RNZAF. New Zealand Police. On Friday 21 July 2023, aged 76 years, peacefully after a short illness, surrounded by family in Tauranga. A great sharer of stories and opinions, well-read and intelligent; what he didn't know he'd find out and then loved to debate. A man for whom feeding his family was his way of sharing love. Larger than life, he will leave a big gap in all our lives.
No cause of death reported.
Alexander John Cochrane
July 29, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - Passed away on July 28, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family. May you rest in peace. In line with John's generous nature and in lieu of flowers, donations to NZ Coastguard would be appreciated and may be made at his funeral service.
No age reported.
Elizabeth Grace McAuley
July 29, 2023
Dunedin - On July 25, 2023, peacefully after an illness in Dunedin. Loved and remembered by the many foster children who came and went over the years.
No age or cause of death reported.
Christine Windsor
July 29, 2023
Wellington - Passed away at Hutt Hospital after a brief illness
No age or cause of death reported.
Leo Hoenderdos
July 29, 2023
North Shore, Auckland - On 27 July 2023 Leo sadly left us after a short illness. Your man's work is finally done. We love you and may you now rest in peace.
No age or cause of death reported.
Andre Rene Jorna
July 29, 2023
Remuera, Auckland - Passed away suddenly at his home on 23rd July 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
Pauline Amy Lear
July 29, 2023
Waikato - After a short illness at Waikato Hospital on 25 July 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
Heather Jean Morris
July 29, 2023
Wellsford, Auckland - Passed away peacefully after a fiercely fought battle surrounded by family at North Shore Hospital on Wednesday 26 July, 2023. Special thanks to the Ward 3 nursing staff for their special care.
No age or cause of death reported.
Claire Munro
July 29, 2023
North Shore, Auckland - Our adored Claire left us at North Shore Hospital on 24 July, after a short illness. Mum had a core of steel, bless her, but her heart just said "enough". She is gone, but still with us.
No age or cause of death reported.
Arthur Graeme Thomas
July 29, 2023
Whakatane , Bay of Plenty - On Tuesday 25th July 2023, suddenly with his boots on.
No age or cause of death reported.
Jonathan Tyson, 47
July 28, 2023
Palmerston North - It's with great sadness we would like to inform everyone that Jonathan Tyson (Jono, Jon) has suddenly and unexpectedly passed away on Monday 24th July 2023. Aged 47 years. We love you Jono, our hearts are all broken.
No cause of death reported.
Peter John Aurisch, 76
July 28, 2023
Taupo , Waikato - Peter passed away at Taupo Hospital after a short illness with family by his side. He will be sorely missed by all his family and friends.
No cause of death reported.
Jennifer Edith Iris Wilson
July 28, 2023
Nelson - Our beautiful Jennifer passed away unexpectedly on July 21, 2023. We are heartbroken, and really appreciate family and friends who are wrapping around us at this time. She touched many lives with her compassion, kindness and love. Our deepest thanks to the dedicated paramedics and medical team at Nelson Hospital for their care of Jennifer.
No age or cause of death reported.
George Waka Rakete
July 28, 2023
Invercargill , Southland -. Suddenly at home on Tuesday, July 25, 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
Vera Dunn
July 28, 2023
Mount Eden, Auckland - Peacefully at home on 24 July 2023, after a short illness, and with loving care from family and her friend Jilly. Will be greatly missed and held in our hearts forever.
No age or cause of death reported.
Paul Te Hira Niha, 48
July 27, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - Suddenly passed away at home on July 22, 2023, aged 48 years.
No cause of death reported.
Michael Joseph Dombroski
July 27, 2023
Hawera , Taranaki - Michael passed away to join his beloved Fiona, suddenly on Sunday 23rd July 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
Terence Patrick Coombs, 72
July 26, 2023
New Lynn, Auckland – 72 yrs. Died peacefully on 24 July 2023. In lieu of Flowers, donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated.
No cause of death reported.
Terence Patrick (Terry) Coombs, 72
July 26, 2023
New Lynn, Auckland – 72 yrs. Died peacefully on 24 July 2023.In lieu of Flowers, donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated.
No cause of death reported.
Helen Clarissa Acheson, 43
July 26, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - Died suddenly at home on Wednesday July 19, 2023, aged 43.
No cause of death reported.
Dennis Dickinson, 78
July 26, 2023
Palmerston North - Passed away peacefully after a short, courageous battle on Monday 24 July 2023, aged 78 years.
No cause of death reported.
Heather Esther Walker
July 26, 2023
Gore - Passed away suddenly at Gore Hospital on Monday July 24, 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
Allan Giles Blight
July 26, 2023
Pukerua Bay - Of Tawa and Porirua. Unexpectedly at home.
No age or cause of death reported.
Kevin Norman Cooke
July 26, 2023
Mount Eden, Auckland - Passed away suddenly at his home on 21st July 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
Barbara Anne Ford
July 26, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - On Friday, July 20, 2023, peacefully at Summerset on Cavendish, after a short illness.
No age or cause of death reported.
Peter James Grant
July 26, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - An unexpected and tragic loss. Passed peacefully with dignity on July 22, 2023, surrounded by his family. Special thanks to the medical staff at Christchurch Hospital ICU for their compassion and care.
No age or cause of death reported.
Heather Esther Walker
July 26, 2023
Gore - Passed away suddenly at Gore Hospital on Monday July 24, 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
Allan Giles Blight
July 26, 2023
Pukerua Bay, Wellington - Of Tawa and Porirua. Unexpectedly at home.
No age or cause of death reported.
Kevin Norman Cooke
July 26, 2023
Mount Eden, Auckland - Passed away suddenly at his home on 21st July 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
Teresa Andrea Ericksen
July 26, 2023
Rotorua, Bay of Plenty - Passed away suddenly on July 21st 2023 surrounded by her family and friends.
No age or cause of death reported.
Ronald James (Ron) Hay-Mackenzie
July 26, 2023
Kaikohe, Northland - Passed away suddenly on Sunday 23 July 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
Beverly Dawn Hunt
July 26, 2023
Hastings - Passed away peacefully at Hastings Hospital on 24 July 2023 after a short stay.
No age or cause of death reported.
Nicola Jayne (Jamieson) Weston
July 26, 2023
Albany, Auckland - Passed away on Saturday 22 July 2023 unexpectedly at Whangateau.
No age or cause of death reported.
Helen (nee Fairburn) Parker, 66
July 25, 2023
Mount Eden, Auckland - Passed away suddenly on Saturday 22nd July at North Shore Hospital, age 66. Now you are peacefully sleeping away from all your pain, But the love in our hearts will always remain.
No cause of death reported.
Nicola Jayne Weston
July 25, 2023
Albany, Auckland - Passed away on Saturday 22 July 2023 unexpectedly at Whangateau.
No age or cause of death reported.