Archives: Our People

Born in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, Danny arrived in the Hutt Valley in 1983. He attended Hutt Intermediate and finished his schooling at Hutt Valley High School in 1992. In February 1993, Danny began working at Harbour City Funeral Home in Kilbirnie on a three-month trial period. He decided to stay on after the trial. Danny… Continue reading Danny Langstraat

Brad attended Campion College, a Catholic co-educational college before moving to Auckland to study Social Work. He graduated in 1999 with a Bachelor of Social Work from Massey University. He joined the funeral industry in 2001 as a trainee embalmer and now holds both the National Certificate in Embalming and the National Certificate in Funeral… Continue reading Brad McAneney

After a personal experience in her late teens, Ruth aspired to help others, inspired by the support she received from a funeral director. Recognising the importance of gaining life experience first, she spent the following years managing a household at a young age, undertaking a two-and-a-half-year move to the Himalayan Mountains in India, and travelling… Continue reading Ruth Lacombe-Post

Barry was born in the Hutt Valley and received his education at Stokes Valley School, Taitā Intermediate, and Heretaunga College. He joined his father’s family funeral business in 1978. After qualifying as an embalmer and funeral director, he earned the New Zealand Certificate in Funeral Service. Barry then went on to pass his British exams… Continue reading Barry Gee

Eva grew up on Auckland’s West Coast, with Muriwai Beach right in her backyard. Coming from a long line of nurses, she recognised from a young age that she wanted to work in a role that involved caring for others. Eva earned a Bachelor of Arts with majors in Psychology and English from Massey University.… Continue reading Eva Rippon

Rob brings a diverse background to his new role in the funeral industry. He has successfully navigated roles in hospitality ownership with his restaurant Capitol and project management, showcasing his versatile skill set and leadership abilities. In his previous ventures, he demonstrated a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and project excellence. Rob is a dedicated… Continue reading Rob Wilkinson

Kirsty started working at Harbour City Funeral Home in 1991. After taking a break to train and work as a primary school teacher, she has returned, now working part-time on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. Kirsty is a fully qualified and registered Funeral Director and Embalmer. She is also an engaged member of The Embalmers Association… Continue reading Kirsty Georgeson

Kima was born in Lower Hutt and attended Otonga Primary School in Maungaraki where many of his family still reside. He attended Hutt Valley High School, as did a number of his cousins and siblings, ending his time there in 1991. Brought up in a deeply religious Pacifica household, he developed a reverence for loved… Continue reading Kima Pedro

Glenn grew up in the Manawatu and attended Palmerston North Boys’ High School. He later pursued tertiary education at Massey University, initially starting with a Business Studies degree before successfully completing a degree in Computer Graphic Design. After graduating in design, Glenn spent two years at a print bureau in Auckland. He then returned to… Continue reading Glenn Morton