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BLACK, Douglas James (Doug):
Peacefully in the care of Vickery Court Rest Home on Friday, April 17, 2020, aged 77 years. Dearly loved husband of Lorraine. Loved father and father-in-law of Susan and Shane, Tracey, Rachael and Neil, Stephen and Rachel, and Martin and Stacey. Adored Grandad of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A private cremation has been held. Messages to 3 Severn Street, Invercargill 9812. alpark.co.nz
COUGHLAN, Ellen Theresa (Jeannie):
On April 18, 2020 peacefully at Holmdene Rest Home, Balclutha; aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Alfie, a cherished mother of Annie, and Eddie, a loved Grandma of Jamie, and Ayla, great-Grandma of James, and Rei, loved sister of Arnie, *Lionel, *Warren, and *Jockey Rogers. Due to Government restrictions, a private burial for Jeannie has been held. A memorial service to celebrate Jeannie’s life will be held at a later date. Messages to 85 Eddystone Street, Kaitangata 9210. (*denotes deceased)
Doug Nesbit Funeral Services Ltd Balclutha and Milton.
CROSS, Donald Morton:
Passed away peacefully on Friday, April 17, at Gore, aged 79 years. Loved partner of the late Kathy, and son of the late Inez and Dudley Thurston. Loved father of Donald and Deborah, grandad of Heath, Tane, Tres, Jade, Jessie, Alex and Ethan, and great-grandad of Tiarahi, Kingston and Islajade. Due to the current restrictions, a private cremation will take place. A farewell will be held at a later date.
GILLIGAN, Terence (Terry) John (Boss):
Passed away peacefully on Saturday 18th April 2020 at Waikiwi Gardens Rest home with his wife of 62 years, Kathlyn at his side. Much loved father and son by law of Penny and Lindsay (Percy). Loved and devoted Pa of Aaron (Earz) and his partner Hannah (London). A loving uncle to his nieces and nephew. A memorial service will be held for Terry at a later date in Te Anau. Messages to the Pearce Family, 262 Te Anau Mossburn, Hwy RD1, Te Anau 9679. avenalpark.co.nz
HOGAN, Robyn Mae:
Peacefully at Southland hospital on Sunday 19th April 2020. Aged 71 years. Loved mother of Brian & Susan. Loved grandmother of Terri-lea, Jasmine, Angel, Devon & Harley. A loved great grandmother to all her great grandchildren. Due to the covid19 lock down a private cremation has taken place, but a memorial service for Robyn will be held at a later date, to be advised. Messages to 89 Tyne Street, Invercargill. mwfunerals.co.nz
RICHARDSON, Denzil:
Passed away peacefully with family at Windsor Park Care Home, on Friday, April 17, 2020, aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Hazel, loved father and father-in-law of Gary and Catherine, Wayne and Liz, Linda Cunningham (Dunedin), Christine, and Paul. A loved and adored Grandad of Michael, Alan; Corey; Vaughan, Shelley, Reece; Kara, Kelly, Luke, Joshua, Aimee; David, and their partners, and a loved Great-Grandad of all his great-grandchildren. Loved and best friend of Olive Sinclair; who we thank for your support of our Dad. Special thanks to the staff of Windsor Park for their compassion and kindness to our Dad over the last few years. After the lifting of the COVID19 restrictions a memorial service for Denzil will be held. Messages to 24 Vera Street, Gore 9710.
In Memoriam
STUART, James McKenzie (Ken):
21.01.1938 – 20.04.2019
In memory of a much loved Husband, Dad, Father-in-law and Grandad who passed away Easter Saturday, a year ago, April 20, 2019.
Remembered and treasured forever in our thoughts and hearts.
From his lovin