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BARKER, Ian Henry Stuart:
Passed away with family by his side at Southland Hospital, Friday, October 1, 2021, in his 86th year. Dearly loved husband of 65 years and soulmate of Esme. Loved Dad of Warren and Heather, Jan and Grant Withington (Sydney), Denise and Marcus Young. Grandad of Nathan, Hayley, Kristy, Dale, Kaytlyn, Blake, Caleb, Millie and his five great-grandchildren. Loved brother of Russell* and Margaret, Betty* and Russ*, Allan and Jean. A celebration of Ian’s life will be held on Thursday, October 7, 2021, at 2pm, followed by private cremation. Messages to Apartment 413, Rowena Jackson, 40 O’Byrne Street, Invercargill 9810, or to Ian’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where there will be a Livestream link to the service.

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BENTON, Eleanor Joyce (Joy):
Peacefully with family by her side in Taranaki Base Hospital on Saturday, October 2, 2021, aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Malcolm (Top) and dear friend of Ross. Loved and caring Mum and Mum-in-law to Terrance and Ester, Sharon and Barry McGrouther, Kelvin, Maree McGrouther, Lorna and Alan Fairbairn. Loved and cherished Nana to her 15 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank Taranaki Base Hospital ICU and ward 2 for their care of Mum and also Heatherlea Rest Home. A service for Joyce will be held in the Chapel of W Abraham, 366 Devon Street East, New Plymouth, on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation.

BRINKWORTH, Joanne (nee Marshall):
Suddenly on October 1, 2021, on Jersey, Channel Islands, UK. Dearly beloved wife and companion of Tristan. Cherished daughter of Marilyn and Keith Marshall (Christchurch). A very special sister and friend of Angela Marshall (Christchurch). Treasured granddaughter of *Irene and *Jack Dickison (Conical Hill/ Tapanui) *Jack and *Olive Palmer (Oamaru). Much loved niece of *Graham and Annette Dickison (Auckland), Bruce and Kaye Dickison (Tapanui), Bryan and *Pam Palmer (Rotorua), Leslie and Brian Garbutt (Wellington), and Margaret Palmer (Christchurch). Loved cousin of Adrian and Megan Dickison, Bronwyn and Todd Sylvester (Auckland), Janine and Paul Smith (Gore), Kristina and Nelson Young (Waikoikoi), Regan and Rose Dickison (Gore), David and Jo Palmer (Wellington), Shelley and Andrew (Rotorua), Greg and Kate Palmer (Hamilton), Wendy and Dion Windelburn, Caroline, Jonathan Garbutt (Wellington), Sheila and Greg Hattle (Singapore), Chris and Maggie Peachy (Temuka). Tribute page: Plat Douet School Facebook. Messages to Marilyn and Keith Marshall, 70 Joy Street, Shirley, Christchurch 8061, NZ.
(*denotes deceased)

CAMPBELL, Noeline Florence:
After celebrating her 90 th birthday on Friday, 1 October Noeline peacefully passed away on Sunday, 3rd October 2021. Dearly loved wife of the late Allan. Adored mother and mother-in-law of Trevor and Janice (Tuatapere), Jill and Kevin Mortimer (Kaikora), and Joy and Warren Jones (Arrowtown/Dunedin). Cherished Grandmother and friend of Blair, Livia, Sheree, Callie, Deanna, Troy, Renee, Kelsi, Candice and their partners and a loved Great Grandmother. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Allan and Catherine Bennett. A loved aunt of all her nieces and nephews. Due to Covid Restrictions, funeral numbers are limited to 100 attendees. A service to celebrate Noeline’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street on Tuesday, 5 th October at 10:00 am, the interment will follow at the Tuatapere Cemetery arriving approximately 12 noon. Messages C/- Campbell Family, 128 Edinburgh Crescent, Waikiwi, Invercargill 9810. avenalpark.co.nz

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LAWSON, Neil:
Passed away peacefully at Rowena Jackson on Thursday, August 19, 2021. Dearly loved husband of the late Elaine for 62 years. Loved father and father-in-law of Craig and Shona, Adrian and Kirsty, and Nigel. Loved Grandad of Casey and Rachel, Aleshia and John, Kelsi and Jared, Christopher and Abby. Loved Great-Grandad of Taine. Loved brother of Thomas*, Joe* Rae*, Alex*, Hugh*, Dawn*, David*, Heather*, Robin* and brother in law of Alister and Sue, Linley and Alan and Warren*. Loved Uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Due to Covid-19 lockdown restrictions, a service to celebrate Neil’s life will be held on Friday, October 8, 2021, 1.30pm, J Fraser and Sons Chapel, Corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill. Livestream link available to view Neil’s service https://www.oneroomstreaming.com/login Messages to 146 Moana Street, Invercargill, or to Neil’s tribute page at frasersfunerneals.co.nz

LONSDALE, Anne Marie (nee Butler):
Peacefully, on Friday, October 1, 2021, surrounded by her loved family, at Lakes District Hospital, aged 67 years. Treasured wife of Gary, loved mother and mother-in-law of Brendon and Emma, Jeremy and Sonja, Craig and Noelle, Nicola and Shane Roberts, and much loved and adored Nannie of Isabel, and Maisie; Ruby, Archie, Frankie, and Teddy; Ava; Hazel, Millie, and Jasper. Anne has been privately cremated. A celebration of Anne’s life will be held at Lake Hayes Pavilion, on Saturday, October 9, at 1.00pm For those who cannot attend, a live-stream of the service can be viewed on https://livestream.com/accounts/72885/Lonsdale. Messages to 9 Elizabeth Place, Kelvin Heights, Queenstown 9300.

MOULIN: William Bernard (Bill):
Born 11/8/43 Passed 1/10/21
Passed away peacefully after a courageous battle at Hospice Southland on 1st October, aged 78 years. Loved and cherished husband of Patricia (Trish) for 55 years. Loved father and father-in-law of Dallas and Jeremy, Bernard and Rhoda. Treasured Grandad and Great Grandad. Adored brother and brother-in-law and uncle. A special thank you to all the Drs and Hospice staff. A service to celebrate Bill’s life is to be held at Southland Crematorium, Rockdale Road Invercargill on Thursday 7th October 2021 at 2 pm, and thereafter at Ascot Park Hotel. Messages to 276 Rockdale Road Invercargill, 9812, or can be left on Bill’s tribute page at www.distinctfunerals.co.nz.

NIMO, Gail Lorraine (formerly Michel):
Passed away in Christchurch on Friday, 1 October 2021. Dearly loved partner of Geoff Snow. Loved mother, mother-in-law and adored Nan of Philip and Nicola, Rhiana, Taine, & Caelyn; Jason and Julie, Tyler, Shaun, & Jack; Michelle and Damon; and Anthony and Tara, Zavier, Cooper, & Marlee. Loved daughter of Alma* and Reg* Michel and loved sister and sister-in-law of Fred and Christine, Lewis*, Barry and Liz, David* and Mary, Peter and Lynley, and Reg and Tania. Loved aunt of all her nieces and nephews. Gail will be resting at home until the service to celebrate her life which will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street on Wednesday, 6th October at 1:30pm, the service will conclude with the committal at the Southland Crematorium, Rockdale Road. You may watch the service via livestream at https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1633158181722692 Messages to 10 John Street, Invercargill 9812. avenalpark.co.nz

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REDMAN, Leslie Alexander (Snowy):
of Gore. The family announces with great sorrow his passing on Saturday, October 2, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Lois, loved stepfather of Bruce, Carolynn and Michele. Treasured grandad to Jason, Daniel, Jemma, Alan, Stephen, Rebecca, Nicole, Jonathon, Dylan and Kim, and cherished great-grandad Snow, who passed away peacefully, in his 90th year and will be honoured at a private family burial service. Please send messages to 4 Martin Street, Gore 9710.

THOMAS Sharon Barbara (Shaz):
Passed away peacefully at home overlooking the lake, with her family, on Thursday 30th September 2021, in her 75th year. Much loved and treasured wife of Barry, his biggest supporter. Loved and respected mother and mother in law of Richard and Ingrid, and Lyndon and Virginie. Adored and loved Shaz of Holly and Gemma, and Jack and Zoe. Loved sister and sister in law of Patricia Soper and Michael Buky (Tasmania), Mike and Jill Soper (Queenstown), and Owen and Greta Thomas (Invercargill). A farewell for Sharon will be held on Wednesday 6 th October 2021, 11am, Queenstown Golf Club, Kelvin Heights. A private interment will follow. Due to Covid-19 Level 2, Restrictions may apply. Livestream link available to view Sharon’s service https://vimeo.com/event/1339601/4e8ed0e7cd No flowers by request.
Messages to PO Box 64 Queenstown 9348 or to Sharon’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes.
WALLER, Norman Cyril:
Peacefully, at Windsor Park Care Home, on Friday, October 1, 2021, aged 93 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Rosemary, loved father, father-in-law and Granddad of Ruth Gill, Tara, Abbie, and Great-Granddad of Breana, Jorgia and Lennix; Paul and Sharon, Blair and Laura; Tony and Hilary, Courtney, Jerome, and Andre; and Nola. Thank you to Windsor Park Care Home for taking care of Norman. A service to celebrate Norman’s life will be held in the Riversdale Community Centre, on Wednesday, October 6, at 1.30pm, followed by interment at Riversdale Cemetery. Messages to 1314 Longridge Road, 4 RD, Gore 9742.

WILLIAMSON, Leslie James (Les):
Unexpectedly at home on Thursday 30 September 2021. A much loved father and father-in-law of Michelle and Matthew Cranstoun, and Stacy and Kerrie, loved grandad of Shannon, Michael, Sapphire-Rose, and Zoe. Loved son of Margery* and Bob*, loved brother and brother-in-law of Graham and Kate, Diane and Dave, a loved uncle to John, Mark, Scott, Connor, Hannah and their families.
“Will be dearly missed by his family and friends”
Les will be resting at 397 North Road Invercargill if you wish to come and pay your respects. A service to celebrate Les’ life will be held on Tuesday, 5 October, due to COVID restrictions this will be by invitation only. You are invited to join the service via livestream following the link provided https://livestream.com/accounts/72885/lesliewilliamson Messages to 397 North Road Invercargill 9810. avenalpark.co.nz

WILSON, Shirley Dianne ‘Shirl’ (nee Brass):
Surrounded by her loving family, Shirl passed away peacefully at Southland Hospice on Sunday 3rd October 2021. Dearly loved wife and best mate of Jim. Most loved mother and mother-in-law of Jo and Neal Montgomery, and Lauren and Peter Hawkes. Treasured Grandmother of Hazel Montgomery and Charlotte and Georgia Hawkes. Shirl’s life will be celebrated on Wednesday 6th October 2021 at 2pm at J Fraser & Sons (due to Covid restrictions attendees by invitation). In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Southland Hospice in Shirl’s name. Special thanks to Dr Chris Jackson and his team at Mercy Hospital, Oncology staff at Southland Hospital and the supportive and caring staff at Southland Hospice. Messages to 97 Wilton Street, Invercargill 9810, or to Shirl’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where there will be a Livestream link to the service.

Funeral Notices – Monday 4th October

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