Funeral Notices Friday 29th March
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NORTH, Laurence James (Laurie). Of Queenstown, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family and friends, on Wednesday, March 27, 2019, aged 69. Dearly loved husband and friend of Dayle, amazing father and father-in-law of Katie and Jared; and Amy and Nigel. Idolised Grandad of Maddi, Taylor, Alice, and Georgia. Much loved uncle of Laura, Julia and Kyla. A celebration of Laurie’s life will be held at Moonlight Stables, 69 Morven Ferry Road, Arrowtown, on Sunday, March 31, at 11 30am, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland are welcome and may be left at the service. Messages to PO Box 2754, Wakatipu, Queenstown 9349.
Cared for by Affinity Funerals Central Otago & Lakes District F.D.A.N.Z.
RANCE, Andrew Ian. Regt No. G1052739 GNR A. I. RANCE RNZA. The tragic and sudden passing of our Andrew, cherished son of Judith and Michael Crooks, David Rance and Nikki Johnston. Beloved brother of Alex and Sophie, Hannah, and Jack, also Josh, Keisha, Kylie, Tarryn, and Shea. Loved Moko of Bill and Amelia Conroy, Ian and Daphne Rance. Very much loved by all of his aunties, uncles, and cousins. “Forever Young”
A memorial service for Andrew will be held at Linton Military Camp Palmerston North, on Saturday, March 30, 2019, at 1.00pm. A funeral service for Andrew will be held in Gore, details to be advised. Messages for the Rance Family can be sent to Hammond Ryder Funeral Services c/- 3 Surrey Street, Gore 9710.
SHAND, Alexander Patrick. Alex’s family are saddened to announce that he passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, March 28, 2019; aged 86 years. He was the dearly loved husband of Marie. Cherished father, father-in-law and treasured grandad of Louise and Wallace (Kauana) Matthew and Kate, Oliver and Mickayla Wilson; Michael and Kim (Otatara) Hannah; and Tina Shand. R.I.P.
The family wish to thank their extended family; the staff of Southland Hospital and Vickery Court for their amazing care and support for both Alex and Marie especially over the last week. A Requiem Mass for Alex will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 2, at 1.30pm in the St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Winton, followed by private interment. In lieu of flowers, donations may be left at the Mass for Winton St John Ambulance. Messages to 473 Benmore Otapiri Road, RD 2, Winton 9782.
TOKANA-MAHUIKA, Keiran Atirau. Tragically as the result of a car accident, on Wednesday 27th March 2019. Loved partner of Rachael. Cherished son of Pari & Les and step son of Shona. Adored brother of Lauryn. Treasured grandson of Elaine, Bob & Moana. Moko of Tokia & the late Maikara. Loved nephew of all his aunties and uncles. A very loved cousin. Amazing, loved and respected friend to many. Because of the sadness of losing Keiran the way we did, the family would appreciate no burn-outs, or using your car in an inappropriate way. Please respect the families wishes. A service to celebrate Keiran’s life will be held at the Invercargill Workingmens Club, Esk Street on Tuesday 2nd April 2019 at 11am, followed by a Private Cremation. tonu i roto i to tatou ngakau. “Always in our Hearts” Keiran will be resting at 306 Elles Road from Saturday until his funeral. In lieu of flowers donations to help the family with funeral expenses would be gratefully appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to: 306 Elles Road, Invercargill. mwfunerals.co.nz
TOKANA-MAHUIKA, Keiran Atirau. One of our young team members at Awarua Synergy was in a tragic car accident and has passed away. Keiran was a bright light who took the time to make people feel happy. We can’t begin to comprehend what a huge loss this is to everyone who knew him. Keiran, you were one-of-a-kind and you have been taken from this world far too soon. The way you could get a smile out of anyone with your jokes and friendly attitude will never be forgotten. We appreciate your kindness and understanding while we work through this difficult time and re-book Keiran’s home assessments.
In Memoriam
CASEY, Margaret Lillian (Girvan). Two years on … always in our hearts with warm memories. Forever Loved – Terence, Auriette and Brent, Rose, Sean and Claire, Terry and Jonesy, Bernie, Casey, Gus, Buck, Finn, Bram and Van.
