Joanne Pert - a woman murdered while jogging in Auckland, New Zealand

Joanne Pert

Joanne Pert, age 41, died on January 7, 2016, in Remuera, New Zealand.

Remuera is a suburb of the city of Auckland.

Joanne was known as Jo to her family and friends.

Just after 9:00 a.m., Jo was jogging when she was attacked on the street by a man who is presumed to be a stranger. She tried to get help from a nearby home. Tragically, she died on the front lawn of the home.

A male, age 24, has been charged with Joanne's murder. His name has not been disclosed as of this posting.

Anybody with information about this crime is urged to contact the Auckland police at 0800 765 842.

Joanne's friends and family describe her as an absolutely devoted mother. She did everything she could for her children. She is also described as intelligent and warm hearted. She was a sportswoman and was always on the go.

Joanne's loved ones are devastated over her sudden and tragic death. She did her

Father, place Joanne on the stairway to
Heaven.

best. She will be forever mourned.

Joanne is survived by many loving friends and family members including her mother and father, two siblings, and her two young children.

Pray for justice for Joanne.

Pray for all who die suddenly. They are with us one moment and are gone before we can say goodbye.

God save us from the Lost Ones who bring death to strangers. Amen.

Pray that Joanne is in Heaven. Pray that she is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Lucy Knight - a Good Samaritan attacked in Auckland, New Zealand

Lucy Knight, age 43, was attacked on September 23, 2014, outside of a supermarket on Auckland's North Shore. 

Lucy Knight

An elderly woman was making a withdrawal from an Automated Teller Machine outside of the supermarket when a young man believed to be in his late teens or early 20's, grabbed for the woman's wallet and handbag. 

Lucky Knight was in the company of two of her children (ages 2 and 4) when she noticed this crime taking place and came to the aid of the woman being robbed.  The thief punched Lucy and knocked her to the ground.  He then fled the scene in a white station wagon.

The elderly robbery victim was not injured.  However, Lucy suffered a fractured skull with bleeding on the brain and had to undergo emergency surgery. 

The thief, who is described as a Maori or Pacific Islander, is still at large as of this

The Good Samaritan comes
to the aid of strangers,
selflessly.

posting. 

If you have information about this incident, please call Crimestoppers free at 0800 555 111.  Your call cannot be traced.

Lucy is a mother of six children.

Lucy's family are proud of her but are distraught over the incident. They have expressed gratitude for the support they have received from friends and well-wishers.

Pray for Lucy's full recovery.  

God save us from the thieves.  

Pray for all who come to the aid of strangers. They are the true heroes of the modern era. 

Brad Fletcher - Volunteer Firefighter - Lyttelton, New Zealand

Brad Fletcher, age 40, died on August 28, 2014, at Lyttleton Port, New Zealand.

Brad Fletcher

Lyttelton is a port town on the north shore of Lyttelton Harbour on the eastern coast of the South Island of New Zealand. Lyttelton is a suburb of Christchurch.

Tragically Brad was killed in a workplace accident when a scissor lift he was working in, fell over. The circumstances of his death are under investigation.

Brad was a port worker, the branch president of the Maritime Union and a firefighter with the Lyttelton Volunteer Fire Brigade.

Friends describe Brad as a highly respected man in Lyttelton, within the Maritime Union and among his firefighting comrades. He is also described as genuine, helpful, strong and loyal.

The Lyttelton Volunteer Fire Brigade is in mourning over the death of their brother. His comrades describe Brad as a big man with a big heart. His mission was to help others in distress.

He worked tirelessly to help the community after the Christchurch earthquake of

Florian, Patron Saint of
Firefighters, pray for Brad
and for those who have lost
him

February 22, 2011 and was awarded a citation for his efforts.

He will be forever remembered by his comrades. 

Brad's loved ones are devastated by his sudden and tragic death. He will be forever mourned.

Brad is survived by many loving comrades, friends and family members including his wife, Anita; and his sons, Kadin, age 21; Cody, age 15; and Zavian, age 13.

Thank you for your service to the community, Brad. 

Pray for all who die by misadventure. They are with us one moment and are gone before we can say goodbye.

Pray that Brad is in heaven. Pray that he is at peace and is with God. Amen.

Joanna Mellow - killed while jogging in Morrinsville, New Zealand

Joanna and Shane Mellow

Joanna (Jo) Mellow, age 42, died on April 27, 2013, on a street in Morrinsville, New Zealand.

Jo was jogging with her husband Shane, on a residential street. At about 2:00 p.m., she was struck by an out of control four wheel drive vehicle. Jo was pinned against a house.

She later succumbed to her injuries.

Jo was a nurse who was planning her daughter's 13th birthday later this week.

Friends describe Jo as an amazing friend, a fun person, and well-liked.

Family members are devastated by the loss of their loved one in this tragic way.

Some of the people who live on this residential street have complained to the Police and to the Local Council about speeding on this street. However, the Mayor states that there is not a speeding problem there. 

An elderly gentlemen was driving the vehicle. Why he lost control of his vehicle is unknown at this time. Speed and alcohol are not considered to be factors. The driver and his passenger escaped injury. However, even the house they crashed into was heavily damaged. 

Saint Bernadette of
Lourdes, pray for Jo

Maybe it's time in New Zealand and elsewhere for mandatory driving retests for drivers over a certain age.  God knows that people will insist on driving until their last breath, thereby endangering the lives of others.

Jo is survived by many loving friends and relatives including her father, Maurice Steffert; her brother, Warren; her husband, Shane; and her daughters - Monique (age 13), and Danielle (age 11).

Pray for all who die by misadventure. They are with us one moment and gone the next. Amen. 

Let us pray that Joanna is in heaven. Let us pray that she is at peace and is with God. Amen.