Funeral Notices – Friday 22nd April

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DICKEY, Sean Szetu:
Of Christchurch (formerly of Wanaka). It is with great sadness we mourn the loss of Sean, taken tragically in a traffic accident on April 19, 2022, aged 22. A huge loss to his parents Mei Lian and Steve, his grandmother Noeline, and all his uncles, aunties, cousins and extended family, friends and colleagues. A celebration of Sean’s life will be held at the Lake Wanaka Centre, 89 Ardmore Street, Wanaka, on Friday, April 29 at 2.00pm, followed by interment at the Wanaka Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to St John are welcome and may be left at the service.Messages to 18 Aeolus Place, Wanaka 9305.
“Sail on, Sean”

HAMPTON, Joe: (John Edward Lawton)
Father of David Nigel & Jan
Born 17-05-46 Passed away 11-04-22
Text or Phone Messages to 0273123263

IMLACH – Ronald Kemnay (Ron, Ronnie, Pop Pop):
Peacefully at home aged 81 years young, in the early evening of Monday 18th April 2022 after a short and courageous battle surrounded by his family. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Pat, cherished and devoted Dad and father in law of Nathan & Angela, Susan & Graeme Carran, Grant & Nadine, Scott & Kirby, Gary & Clare, much adored Ronnie of Georgia & Ruby; Price, Eden-Rose & Hope; Precious Pop Pop of Angel Jonty, Charlie, & Libby; Paige & London; Harvey, & Harper.
Ron’s two loves were family and people, Ron was kind and humble, his friendships and everlasting love will be dearly missed by all
A service to celebrate Ron’s life will be held at Otautau Connect, 134 Main St Otautau at 1pm on Saturday 23rd April followed by a private graveside farewell. In lieu of flowers donations may be left at the service for Southland Hospice
A special thank you to The Riverton Medical Centre, Winton District Health nurses Ange, Catherine and Emma along with Haidee and Helen from Hospice, your dedication and compassion is truly appreciated. Message to 31 Towack Street Riverton or to Ron’s tribute page at www.frasersfunerals.co.nz where the livestream link can also be accessed.

IMLACH – Ronald Kemnay:
Jan 1941 – April 2022 – Dearly loved son of Percy Robert (Bob)* and Florence* Adored brother and brother in law of Heather* and Fraser Ronald, Nan and John* Mavor, and the Mavor families, Hamish* & Bernie, David & Helen, Michael & Darlene, Angus & Rosie. Much loved step son and brother of Dora,* Barbara and Owen. Treasured Uncle of all nieces and nephews.

McLELLAND, William Graham (Graham):
Peacefully, at Southland Hospital, on Wednesday, 20 April 2022; aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of Marion, loved father and father-in-law of Bruce and Hinemoa (Gisborne), Susan and Roger, Judith and Russell, loved and respected Grandfather of Moana, Aaron, Emma, and the late Reiha; Kate, Michael, and Andrew. A service for Graham will be held in J Fraser and Sons’ Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, at 2pm on Saturday, 23 April. Private cremation to follow. Messages to Townhouse 77, 40 O’Byrne Street, Invercargill 9810.

In Memoriam

BECKHAM, Dylan Levi:
October 27, 1993 – April 22, 2021
A heart of gold, a smile of joy,
A kindness that extended to all he knew.
Of all the precious gifts in life,
To have you as my Son,
Was my greatest gift of all.

I miss you Dyl, with every beat of my broken heart.

Mum