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BRUCE, Helen Grace (nee Brock):
Of Gore and formerly Merino Downs. Peacefully on Saturday, April 2, 2022, at Wyndham and District Rest Home surrounded by her loving family. Aged 21 plus 73 years. Dearly loved wife and best friend of the late Bob Bruce. Much loved mother, mother-in-law, Nana and Nana BB of Murray and Sue (Gore), Nicola and Ken, Grace, Eli, and Luke Willetts (Gore), Lisamarie and Shaun, Maddison, and Liam Harvey (Gore), Peter and Melinda, Mia, and Toby Bruce-Emery (Makarewa); Colin and Lynette (Whiterig), Josh and Emily, Māia aned Emerson Bruce (Poirura), David and Suz, Hannah, Malachi, and Micah Bruce (Pukerau), Ben and Ivy, Travis, Micaela, Indiana, and Roland Bruce (Invercargill), James and Annie, Charlee, Simea, and Theodore Bruce (Tirau). Much loved daughter of Ossie* and Beam* Brock (Merino Downs), loved sister of Elsie* Brock, loved daughter-in-law of Agnes* and Stirling* Bruce (Waikoikoi), loved sister-in-law of Jim* Bruce, Hazel* and Jim* Falconer, Agnes* and Peter* Roberts, Doris* and Jim Smail (Hamilton), Charlie* and June* Bruce, and a much loved aunty of all her nieces of nephews and friend to many.
“Stepping into an eternal life with Christ”
A service to celebrate Helen’s life will be held in the Calvin Community Church, Robertson Street, Gore, on Wednesday, April 6, at 1.00pm, the funeral leaving thereafter for the Charlton Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be left at the service for the Wyndham and Districts Rest Home, to whom we offer our sincere thanks for the loving care given to Helen. Livestream https://livestream.com/accounts72885/helenbruce Messages to 6 McKellar Street, Gore 9710.
(*denotes deceased)

GRAY, Hon. Sir Robert McDowall (Sir Robin):
Born in Borgue, Scotland, passed away, peacefully, at home in Mosgiel, surrounded by his family, on Saturday, April 2, 2022; in his 91st year. Devoted and loving husband of the late Mary, admired and much loved father and father-in-law of Linda and Clive Wallis (Mosgiel), Shona and Alan Buckner (Arrowtown), and Andrew and Kelley Gray (Waitahuna), adored Granddad of Scott and Lisa, Rachel and John-Mark, Lauren and Kade, Michelle and Dan, Olivia and Justin, Alex and Annie, Jessica and Melissa and his six great-grandsons. A grateful thanks to Dr Ben Hayward (Mosgiel) and the Oncology Department (Dunedin). Funeral Details to be advised. – Messages to 45 Mure Street, Mosgiel or email: wal-clan@[email protected]

HUMPHRIES, Ian James:
(of Mimihau, Dacre) On April 1, 2022. Passed away peacefully at his home in Ashburton surrounded by his loving family, in his 89th year. Loved and cherished husband and best friend to Clarice. Dearly loved father and father-in-law to Janice and Tony, Linda and Brent, Rex and Kay, Annette, Kenneth and Tracy, and Paula. A very special and respected grandfather to his 28 grandchildren and 41 great-grandchildren. Messages to the Humphries’ family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Ian’s life will be held at the Salvation Army Citadel, Cass Street, Ashburton on Thursday, April 7, commencing at 11.00am.

LAIDLAW, Carole Anne:
1960 to 2022 aged 61
Passed away March 28, 2022, in Sydney after a long battle with cancer surrounded by the company of family and close friends. Dearly loved wife of Paul, Loved mother and mother-in-law of David and Tash, Bevan and Courtney, Kayla and Adam. Grand- mother of Zara, Zoe, Matilda, Oliver, Aroha, and Beau. Loved Daughter Of Brian and Valerie Barclay (Invercargill). Loved sister of Jenny and Niel (Invercargill). Loved sister-in-law of Shirley, John, Katherine, Ray, Robin, Stephanie, Terry, Natalie, Annette. Touched by all who knew her, yes she has lost her battle but fought to the absolute end, but she never lost her sense of humour while still making humorous comments to the very end.
Gone but will never be forgotten
R.I.P.
A livestreaming of Carole’s service will be streamed to the Oreti room at the Ascot Park Hotel, at 4.00pm (NZ time) on Thursday, April 7, 2022, so her NZ friends and family can get together and share some stories.

MOLLOY, Greg:
On Wednesday, as the sun was setting Greg passed away peacefully at Dunedin hospital. Greg is the loving husband and soulmate of Heather. Greg is a special friend of Michael & Erin, Brayden & Marieka, Katie & Ben. Treasured Grandad Greggy of Noah, Connor, Riley, Pippa, Beauden & Kyla Loved son n law of Kevan* & Evelyn, Brother-in-law to Kennith & Arlene, Paul & Jackie, Julie & Allan, Brent & Janice. Many thanks to the ICU Doctors & Nurses they did everything they could with such kindness & care. But it was Greg’s time to fly. A service to celebrate Greg’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street on Tuesday, 5 th April at 2:00pm. Please go to the Avenal Park Website, Obituaries Page to access the livestream link. Messages to 54 West Plains Road, Waikiwi, Invercargill 9810. avenalpark.co.nz

MOLLOY, Greg:
Greg passed away peacefully on Wednesday surrounded by his wife & sisters. Greg was a loved son of Margaret* & Jogger* Molloy of Ohai. An awesome brother & brother- in-law to Dale & Toby*, Jimmy* & Carolyn, Julie & Irvin, Debbie, Gina & Ryan. A very treasured Uncle to his many nieces & nephews Forever in our hearts

MOLLOY, Gregory Hugh:
Loved nephew of Diane Vincent-Collie and the late Russell Collie, the late Kenneth Collie and Gordon & Susan Collie (Brisbane) much loved and fun cousin of the Collie Families Wairio, Invercargill & Brisbane.
“Rest In Peace dear Greg.”

NAUNAU, Lepupa Lole Samota (Lenny, Olly):
Unexpectedly passed away on Saturday 2 April 2022, surrounded by his loving family.
Best friend and soul mate of his wife Hazel – the love of his life.
Great mentor, loving father and father in law to all, of Seiloga and Phillip Rangi, Lole and Kerstyn Lole, Utufiu and Kandice NauNau.
Kindest, generous, biggest hearted loving Grandad and Great Grandad of all his many grandchildren and great grandchildren – and all those he opened his home and heart too.
Lepupa was a loving brother, brother in law to all his family and extended family. Loving Uncle to all his nieces and nephews.
Funeral details to be advised.

TIDEY, Ian Leslie:
Peacefully at home on Saturday 2nd April 2022. In his 91st year. Beloved husband of the late Valerie. Loved father of Trevor, Alan, Wayne, and Jason. Father-in-law of Karen. Cherished grandfather to all his grandchildren. Funeral details to follow. Messages to “Tidey Family” P O Box 632, Invercargill.

WARBURTON, Freda:
Peacefully at Rowena Jackson Home, Invercargill on Thursday March 31, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Warren. Loved sister of Irene Darnill. Loved aunt of all her nieces and nephews. A joint service for Freda and Warren will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr. Esk and Doon Streets at 1.30pm on Wednesday April 6, then leaving for the Eastern Cemetery. Messages to 8 Dublin St please and tributes may be left on Freda’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a live stream of the service will also be available.

WILLIAMS, Clive Robert:
Peacefully passed away at Bupa Ascot Care Home on Saturday 2nd April 2022, aged 82 years.
Beloved husband of June.
Adored and respected Dad and father in law of Monique, Mark and Vanessa, Craig and Vanessa.
Treasured and much loved Poppa and Grandad of Luke, Grace, Vincent and Gigi.
Well loved brother of the late Cardigan, Trevor and Errol, and brother in law of Marion and John Bruce, Marie Williams, Margaret and Dick * Kershaw, and Pamela and Joe* Laney.
Beloved Uncle to Alan and Margaret, Jan-Maree, Brendan and Janine.
Family wish to sincerely thank all staff at Bupa Ascot for their care and kindness.
In lieu of flowers donations for the SBHS Clive Williams Scholarship would be greatly appreciated and can be left at the service.
A Celebration of Clive’s rich life will be held on Thursday 7th April 2022, 1.30pm, J Fraser and Sons Chapel, Corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill. A private interment will follow.
Messages to 6 Kowhai Avenue, Invercargill or to Clive’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

In Memoriam

van RIEL, Miriam (Moonie): 10.02.1960 – 04.04.2012
If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane,
We’d walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.
“Love and miss you heaps Moonie”
– Jude, Dion, Tim, Ben and Arun.

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