Funeral Notices – Monday 9th May

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ADAM, Elizabeth Mary Alice (nee Heads):
From Woodlands, Otokia and recently Red Roofs), aged 92 years, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 6, 2022, in Dunedin Hospital. Lifelong love of John, wonderful Mum and mother-in-law to Catherine and Ross Pettigrew, Mary and John Grant, Alison and Tom Silvester, Bill and Philippa Adam, Christine and Frank Lewthwaite, Anna and David Tipa, Jane and Alan Matchett, Nancy and Braden Field. Legendary Grandma to 26 grandchildren, 30 great- grandchildren, and friend to many.
“Love never fails”
A celebration and thanksgiving to honour her life will be held in Dunedin City Baptist Church, 19 Main South Rd, Concord, Dunedin, at 11.00am on Thursday, May 12 (please wear masks), followed by shared food and memories. Burial at Otokia Cemetery will follow. Live-streaming available at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream Messages to 41 Clyde Street, Roseneath, Port Chalmers.

ANDERSON, Beryl Ann:
After a short illness, passed away in Dunedin Hospital on Thursday 5 May 2022, four days short of her 82nd birthday. Loved wife of Dave, much loved Mum and mother-in-law of Mike and Dendra, Sue and Carl van Schreven, and the late Pete, loved Nana of Gabrielle, Ben, Daniel, also Nana to Hannah, Destiny, and Paul. A loved sister, aunty and friend. “Now with Jesus”
A service to celebrate Beryl’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Wednesday 11th May at 11.00am. The service will conclude with a burial at the Orepuki Cemetery. avenalpark.co.nz

CLODE, Margaret Minnie Doreen:
Margaret passed away at Radius Althorp in Tauranga on May 6, 2022. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Andrea, Brent, Phillip, Greg, Peter and Michele. Much loved Nana to all of her 13 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. A service for Margaret will be held at Woodhill, 167 Grange Road, Tauranga, on Thursday, May 12, 2022 at 2.00pm. There will be a further memorial service in Winton at a date to be advised.

PONT, Di Margaret:
Passed away at home after a courageous battle on May 8, 2022.
You belong among the wildflowers
You belong somewhere close to me
Far away from your trouble and worries
You belong somewhere you feel free.
Cherished partner of Tammy Ashby. Much loved Mum of Rochelle Sherlock, Chris Pont and Tash Robins. Adored by her grandchildren Jack and Katie Robins, Amelia and Toby Sherlock and Jake, Dusty and Layla Pont. Mother-in-law of Chris Sherlock, Kate Pont and Trev Robins. A private service will be held to celebrate Di’s life. Messages to 4 Wicklow Street, Clifton, Invercargill.

SORENSEN, Tomas William:
Suddenly taken from us on May 6, 2022, aged 47. Adored, one and only, love and soulmate of Amy. Loved Dad and best friend of Olivia, Sam and Jack. Loved only son of Jojo and Gra Sorensen. Adored brother and brother-in-law of Jane and Chris, Emma and Dion, Martha and Guy, Jenny and Frank, Mick and Carla, Kate and Steve. Cherished son-in-law of Helen and Terry O’Meara. Much loved Uncle to Tilly, Hugo, Jasper and Gussy, Mickey, Abby and Quinn, Riley, Cole and Hugo, Beauden and Omea. A gathering to honour Tom’s life will be held at his home 31 King Road, Waianiwa, on Thursday, May 12 at 1.00pm (very casual), followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to Mates in construction (mates.net.nz) or Mental Health Foundation (mentalhealth.org.nz) would be appreciated. Messages to 31 King Road, Waianiwa, RD4, Invercargill 9874, or to his tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes