Funeral Notices – Saturday 14th December

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BUSBY, Robert George (Bob).
Suddenly on Friday, December 6, after a short illness and two days after his 76th birthday, at his home and close to his garden. Dearly loving and caring husband of Thelma, greatest dad and best friend of Brent and daughter-in-law Heather, cherished and dearly loved and loving Grandad of Hannah. In accordance with Bob’s wishes a private service has been held. Messages to 21 Flora Road, Makarewa 6 RD Southland 9876.

CLIFFORD, Darcy Earl (Sandy).
Peacefully, on December 13, 2019, at Holmdene Rest Home, Balclutha; in his 84th year. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of the late Edith Lily, a loved brother and brother-in-law of the late Merle and Colin Irving and their five children. A great friend to everyone who knew him – he will be very sorely missed. A memorial service to farewell Sandy will be held on Wednesday, December 18, at 1.30pm, in the Clinton Community Centre, Nelson Street, Clinton. Messages C/- Diane Hyslop, 7 Magazine Road, RD 2, Wingatui, Mosgiel 9092. Doug Nesbit Funeral Services Ltd Balclutha & Milton

HALDER, Ian Russell.
Passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday 12 December 2019 at Clutha Health First, aged 73 years.
Dearly loved husband and best friend of Marg.
Much loved father and father in law of Jeannene and John Gilkison, Karen and Ayson Gill, Blair and Sara. Loved Grandad of Braydon and Kirsty, Tyler and Connor, George, Mark and Tomas, and Angus. In lieu of flowers, donations to Otago Hospice would be greatly appreciated and can be left at the service. Family would like to thank Clutha Health First, Lawrence Medical Centre, Dunedin Hemotology for their exceptional care of Ian.
A farewell for Ian will be held on Wednesday 18th December, 1pm, J Fraser and Sons Chapel, Corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill. Burial at East Winton Cemetery to follow. Messages to 140 Reserve Road, Tuapeka West, 1RD, Lawrence 9591 or to Ian’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

HALDER, Ian Russell.
Dearly loved son of the late Fred and Joyce Halder.
Loved son in law of the late Maggie and William Cuthbert.
Loved brother and brother in law of Joc and John Caughey, Colin and Dianne Halder, Gary and Sara Halder, and Mary Thomas. Mary and the late Alan Cuthbert.
Loved Uncle of all his nieces and nephews.  frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

KEAN, Jenny Marie.
Died peacefully at her home on December 11, 2019, with her family at her side, aged 70. Dearly loved wife of John for 48 years. Beloved daughter of Len and Monica, daughter-in-law of Sylvie and Ann. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Melissa and Anton, John and Tracey, the late Grant, George and Hannah. Adored Nana of Lachlan, Harrison, Alice, Emily, Max, and Hugo. A service to celebrate Jenny’s life will take place at St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Winton, at 11.30am, on Friday, December 20, 2019, following on to the Commercial Hotel. Interment at the East Winton Cemetery. Donations for Invercargill and Dunedin Oncology Department kindly accepted at the service. Messages to 1 Poplar Drive, Kelvin Heights 9300, or to Jenny’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

In Memoriam

BAGRIE, Nathan.
“Loving memories”
Love – Raewyn, Robert, Angela, and families xxx.

BAGRIE, Nathan Albert John (Bags).
Tragically and senselessly taken as a result of an accident on December 15, 1996.
In loving memory of my son Nathan.
Of all the special gifts in life,
How ever great or small,
To have you as my son,
Was the greatest gift of all,
A special time,
A special face,
A special son I cant replace,
With aching heart I whisper low,
I miss you son and love you so.
“With all my love Nathan”
– From Dad xxxx.

GIVEN, Prudence Mary.
15.12.1991
Forever in our hearts. Thinking of you always Mum. – Shelley, Mareece and Alana.

ORMOND, Richard.
14.12.2016
3 years ago we lost you.
When someone you love becomes a memory,
The memory becomes a treasure.
“We miss you
Dad/Grandad”
– Honey, Ben, Stacey, and Mokopuna.

Acknowledgement

BONN – VERBERK, Diny.
The family would like to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone for the support and kindness shown to us during and after Diny’s passing. The visits, messages, food, flowers, prayers and hugs meant so much to us all, and certainly helped ease the pain of losing her. We were amazed at discovering how widely Diny’s friendships were spread, but with many messages unfortunately having no contact detail, we ask that you all please accept this as a personal acknowledgement.

CATTO, Leslie John (Jack).
Jack’s family would like to sincerely thank everyone for their kindness, love and support following the loss of our much loved father, father-in-law and grandfather. Thanks to all who attended the service, sent cards, flowers, baking and made visits and phone calls. Special thanks to the staff of Gore Hospital for their wonderful care of Jack. Special thanks also to Cameilia. Please accept this as a personalacknowledgement, with sincere thanks from us all.
Sadly missed and in our hearts forever.

CHIARONI, Peter.
Perhaps you sent a lovely card
Or sat quietly in a chair
Perhaps you sent a floral piece,
If so, we saw it there
Perhaps you spoke the kindest words
That any Friend could say
Perhaps you were not there at all
Just thought of us that day
Whatever you did to console our hearts
We thank you so much
Whatever the part.
A sincere and very warm thank you to Monsignor David Tonks for the very Beautiful Requiem Mass and celebration of Peter’s life. Peter was very deeply loved by us all and will be missed forever. On behalf of Peter’s Family and extended family. God Bless and thank you.
– Margaret Chiaroni

DRUMMOND, Peter Wallace (Wallace).
Esta, Gregory, Rebecca, Craig, and families, sincerely thank everyone who phoned, visited, provided food, attended the service and travelled long distances. We were overwhelmed by your generosity and friendship and generous donations to Heart Kids Southland, following the sudden loss of a much loved husband, father, father-in-law and Pop. Thank you to Mossburn and Districts Lions, Mossburn Northern Southland Lions, Lumsden Lions Clubs, the Lions of 202F, your support is warmly appreciated. Thank you to the McDonald and Wayte families for your lovely words and continuing support. To Jude and Chris Palma, Tim and Janelle Hanna, Kelly and Steve Taylor, thank you for you generosity. Special thanks to Helen Bottcher, Lumsden Fire Brigade and Dr Matthew Stokes. To Winton an Districts Funeral Services, Dave Fraser and Averil Butson, thank you for your professionalism. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement.

DUFF, Albert (Bert).
Ruby and the Duff and Rabbidge families, would like to thank everyone for their support and caring during Bert’s illness and recent passing. Thank you to everyone who visited Bert in hospital, and to those who helped us in any way. We appreciated all the gifts of food, flowers, and messages of love and sympathy we received. Thank you to everyone who attended Bert’s funeral. A special thank you to Ngaire, and to all who took part in the service by speaking or singing. Bert would have been honoured and touched by the lovely service. Thank you Ross for your professional and personal care. We would like to especially thank the ladies who helped to care for Bert at home before he passed away. He appreciated your help and enjoyed your company. Please accept this as a personal thank you from us all.

EVANS, Kane Stephen.
Doreen’s world crashed into an unchangeable mountain on 23 November. She puts on her “fake it until you make it” cloak each day to take one step at a time up the mountain. Doreen wishes to thank everyone for their kindness, support, hugs, food, gifts, flowers, encouragement, guidance and understanding as she struggles to find a “new normal” without Kane in her life. Thank you to everyone who donated to SPCA. Kane would be thrilled. Doreen has also been amazed at the generosity of Kane’s Extreme Roofing family, Roofing Industries, Thermakraft Underlays and Konnect Fasteners for agreeing to donate their time, expertise, materials, products and scaffolding to provide a True Oak Corrugated Roof for the Lot47 house build fundraiser project. This is yet another example of how wonderful the Cromwell community is. Cherish your time this Xmas with family and friends.