Funeral Notices – Monday 6th June

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DUNCAN, Richard Andrew (Podge):
Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Timaru Hospital on Friday 3 June 2022; aged 57 years. Much loved husband and soulmate of Debbie, loved father and father-in-law of Renee, Selena and Jason, and Braun, loved Grumps to his beautiful grandchildren Carter, Kaylee, Jayden, Harley and Indie. Cherished son of Pam and Alister, loved brother and brother-in-law of Craig and Leanne, and Maylene and Greg. Loved son-in-law of Bill and Judith Henderson, loved brother-in-law of Jan, Bev and Craig, a loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews.

“Richard wore his heart on his sleeve and would do anything for anyone. He had so much love to give and was a big giant teddy bear. Richard, Dad you will be forever missed but never forgotten”

A service for Richard will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street Invercargill on Thursday 9 June at 1.30pm, private cremation to follow. Richard will be at 264 Bay Road Invercargill from Tuesday for anyone wishing to pay their final respects. Messages to 264 Bay Road Invercargill 9879. avenalpark.co.nz

LADBROOK, Margaret Ellen (nee Shave):
Passed away on Sunday 5 June 2022, in the loving arms of her family and in the wonderful care of Peacehaven Staff Invercargill, in her 91st year. Dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Charlie, loved and respected mother and mother-in-law of Ivan*and Maree, Daphne and Neil, Neil and Judy, Ross and Josie, Brian and Stephanie, Eve and Ross. Loved Grandmother of all her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. In accordance with Margaret’s wishes a private service will be held. Messages to 3 Mitchell Street, Invercargill 9810. avenalpark.co.nz

RUSSELL, Rev. Kenneth Harry (Ken):
Peacefully, at Dunedin Hospital on Saturday, June 4, 2022; aged 88 years. Beloved husband of Judy, loved father of Richard, Jeffrey, Christopher, Nicholas, and Philippa and their partners Karen, Wendy, and Sandra, adored ‘Popsy’ of his ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, loved brother of Bevan, Derek and Warren and loved and respected patriarch of the extended Russell family. He spent his life dedicated to his family, Methodism and Christianity.
‘In our hearts forever.

A service celebrating Ken’s life will be held in Mornington Methodist Church, 1 Galloway St , Dunedin, at 1.00pm on Friday, June 10, followed by private cremation. Messages to PO Box 5777, Dunedin 9054.

In Memoriam

BUTCHER, Ruby Moreen:
15.10.1935 – 06.06.2020
A wonderful wife, Mum and Nana.
Ruby we still miss you more than words can say,
You will always be in our hearts and minds forever.
With all our love
– Keith, Trevor, Neville, Yvonne, Karen, and families.

MAYNARD, Betty May:
01.05.1928 – 06.06.2012
We close our eyes,
We see your face,
We see your beautiful smile,
Your joy and laughter filled our hearts,
And your love and grace our home.
We want to tell you how much we miss you,
Your faith, hope and love are with us all the time,
Until we meet again.- From your loving family.