Funeral Notices – Saturday 15th August

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ANDERSON, Glenys Beverley:
Peacefully at Dunstan Hospital, Clyde, on Friday, August 14, 2020, aged 79 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Bill, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Carol and Ross Harland (Invercargill), Debbie and Larry Dougherty (Clyde), Wendy and Trevor Mulholland (Ranfurly), the late Jill Marie, Grant and Dot (Alexandra), loved Nana of Kate, Rex; Tory and Simon, Tom; Adam and Alisha, Danielle and Ricky; Jamie, David and Tracey, Matt and Ashley, and a loved great-Nana of Madelin; Addy, Izzy; and Tayla.
‘R.I.P.’
Requiem Mass for Glenys will be celebrated in the St Peter’s Catholic Church, Omakau, on Tuesday, August 18, at 1.30pm, then leaving for the Omakau Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be left for Animal Rescue Central. Messages to 5 Hart Place, Bridge Hill, Alexandra 9320.

BARLOW, Heather Margaret:
Passed away peacefully at Rowena Jackson, O’Byrne wing on 7 th August 2020. Much loved mother of Debbie, Paul, Greg and Leiza. Loved mother-in-law and friend of Annette, Craig and Fiona. Dearly loved Nana and Great ‘Nana Arlow’ of Sophie, Bryan, Joel, and Olivia Drinnan, Jennifer, Elizabeth, David, and Daniel Barlow, and Lili-Mae Lawlor.
She will be dearly missed.
The family sincerely thank Rowena Jackson Retirement Village, especially the amazing staff of the O’Byrne wing, and the Edinburgh wing, for their wonderful and devoted care of Mum. As per Mum’s wishes a private service was held on 12th September 2020, at J Fraser & Sons Ltd. Messages to C/- Smooth Talk Hair Design, 13 Windsor Street, Invercargill, 9810.

CLODE, Donald Alexander ‘Don’:
Aged 90, of Invercargill. Passed peacefully on Friday 14 August 2020. Dearly loved husband for 62 years of Dot. Much loved father and father-in-law of Jenny and Cam Ronald, Denise and Richard Niederer, Raewyn and Keith Dodds, Geoff and Nathalie, Murray and Paula, and Neville. Adored Grandad and Great-Grandad of all his grand and great-grandchildren. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Merle and Eric Clearwater; *Charlie and Marge, *Ian and *Doreen and *Mary Nicol, *Ron and *Dot Nicol, *Vera and *Gordon Wilson, *Rae and Pat Nicol, *Winston and Kathy Nicol. Due to Covid restrictions a private service will be held with a memorial service to be held at a later date. Messages can be sent to 177 Princes Street, Invercargill 9812 or to Don’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

FRASER, Martin McNiven (Mac):
(Formerly of Otatara). Born September 18, 1927, passed peacefully on August 10, 2020. Very dearly loved husband of Joan, adored Dad of Michael, Judy, the late Antony, and Christine. Beloved Pop of Nicole, Kathryn, Lauren, James, Jonathon and Meilen and Great-Grandpop of Felix, Ava and Blair. Messages may be sent to the Fraser Family, c/- P.O. Box 263, Kaiapoi 7644. Mac was farewelled beautifully at home on Aug

GRAHAM, Moira Margaret:
(Unexpectedly) Surrounded by her loving family in Invercargill on Wednesday August 12, 2020. Aged 83 years. Dearly loved wife of Hugh for 62 years. Loved Mum of Carolyn, Ian and Jill, Stephen and Liz, and Peter and Jasmine. Cherished Grandma of Kylie, Taylor, Ashleigh, Amelia, and Charlotte. Due to Covid19 annoucement, funeral details will follow in Mondays paper. Messages to 27 Bourke Street, Invercargill or to Moira’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes.

KENNEDY, Jessie Caroline:
Passed away peacefully at Walmsley House on Monday, August 10, 2020 aged 95. Dearly loved wife of the late Les. Loved Mum and Nana of Ray and Pauline (Christchurch), Rochelle and Shayne, Laurie and Megan; Keith and Sue, Shannon and John, Kendyl and Pale, Jordan and Andrew; Barry and Luanne, Gareth and Kelly and Rohan and Matt.
Adored by her great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank Walmsley House for all of their loving care during the past year. At Jessie’s request a private service has been held. Messages to 58 Dublin Street, Invercargill 9810 or to Jessie’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

KILLEEN, Nicholas Gerard (Nick):
On August 12, 2020, in his 73rd year, peacefully in Palmerston North after a short illness. Beloved husband for 48 years of Alison, treasured father of Esmé and Selena, respected father-in-law of Locky and Ollie, adored grandfather of Bede and Frances, Andrew and Edward.
He will be dearly missed.
Nick has been laid to rest at Kelvin Grove Cemetery in Palmerston North following a private service. Messages for Nick’s family to PO Box 12126, Palmerston North.

LYNCH, Laurence John:
On August 14, 2020, peacefully at Mayfair Retirement Village, Christchurch, aged 87 years. Loved second eldest son of the late John and Imelda, loved brother and brother-in-law of Brian (deceased), Tom (deceased), Michael and Gui Hau (Melbourne), Anne and Rod Jones (Nelson), Mary and John Kennedy (Christchurch), Philip and Lindsay (Ashburton), Eileen (deceased), and Jeff Thompson (Kumara), Chris (Invercargill), Peter (deceased), and a loved uncle and great-uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Loved cousin of Paul Pettit (deceased), and Anne Osborne (Cromwell). Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Laurence Lynch, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated in St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Telegraph Road, Darfield, on Tuesday, August 18 at 10.30am. Interment to follow on Thursday at the Dipton Cemetery, Southland.

NICOLSON, Alexander Murdoch (Murdoch):
Formerly of Stirling. Peacefully, at Holmdene Rest Home, Balclutha, on August 7, 2020; aged 90 years. Loved husband of the late May, cherished father and father-in-law of Beverley, Steven and Janette, and Joanne, and a proud grandfather of Karen, Nicole and Todd. Murdoch’s family would like to thank the staff of Holmdene Rest Home and the Balclutha Access caregivers for all their care and support given to their father. At Murdoch’s request, a private cremation has taken place. Messages to 45 Mount Wallace Road, Stirling, RD 2, Balclutha. Doug Nesbit Funeral Services Ltd Balclutha, & Milton
www.dougnesbitfunerals.co.nz

THOMPSON, Jennese Marilyn:
On Monday, August 10th, 2020 at St Joseph’s Hospital, Sydney. Treasured wife of Les and mother of Rebecca, Sarah, Jay and Jay. Loved daughter of Robert and Noeline Watson*, sister of Terille, Lindsay and Graeme. A private cremation will be held, with a celebration of her life to happen in the coming months. Messages to 19 Augusta Court, Rouse Hill, NSW, 2155.

In Memoriam

HENDERSON, Eric:
16 August 2019
Always in our hearts. Remembered always by the light we burn from our candles. Tears fall every other day, but I know you are okay.
– Rosemary and Gary (Arrowtown), and Andrew and Beth (Perth).

Acknowledgement

MURDOCH, Louie James:
Brent, Miriam, Elsie, Thea, and our families, would like to fully express our heartfelt thanks for the sympathy, love, generosity and support that has been extended to our family since the passing of our precious Louie. In his short 11 weeks he touched so many lives and he is missed and loved in ways that not even words can describe. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.

PASCO, Ronald George (Ron):
24.05.1945 – 28.06.2020
Ron’s family would like to extend their thanks for the cards, flowers, baking and phone calls received following Ron’s passing. We thank Ron’s Caregivers Anne, Karen, Veronica and others who assisted whilst Ron was at home. Friends who visited Ron were appreciated. Ron always enjoyed his visitors. Thank you to Gaius Cottage for your support and friendship given to Ron during the past 5 years. To the staff of Iona Ward, Peacehaven, thank you for your good care of Ron for the four months he stayed with you. It has been appreciated. Waikiwi Rugby Clubs Division 1 Team observed a minutes silence for Long-Time Club Administrator Ron Pasco. A Game Well Won! Ron was a great husband father, grandfather and friend.
“Rest In Peace Ron”

PHILPOTT, Rosalie Mary Margaret:
1.09.28 – 05.07.2020
Perhaps you sent a lovely card, or sat quietly in a chair.
Perhaps you sent beautiful flowers,
If so, we saw them there.

Perhaps you sent or spoke kind words as any friend would say.
Perhaps you were not there at all Just thought of us that day.
Whatever you did to console the heart, We thank you so much, whatever the part.
Please accept this as a personal thank you from the Philpott family.

SNELL, Sandra Patricia (Sandie):
Betty and Bill Snell, Debbie O’Sullivan and extended family would like to say a huge thank you for the loving support we received following the very sad passing of our much loved Sandie. We truly appreciate all the beautiful flowers, meals, baking, cards, phone calls, and messages we received. We would also especially like to thank everyone who came to Sandie’s service. Thank you to Rev Peter Taylor for the lovely service, also Raewyn Birss for playing the organ. For the loving support we received over the last two months from our daughter Debra and it was humbling to us to hear how much Sandie meant to Julia and her cousins. To those who traveled long distances, we thank you. Our thanks for the care and support Sandie enjoyed at Bainfield Park and for Jane’s tribute to Sandie. We would like to acknowledge and thank those who cared for Sandie. Doctors and nurses at Kew Hospital and Doctors and nurses at Dunedin Hospital and of course Carla. Thank you Donna White from Avenal Park for your professional services. Thanks also to those who donated to St John Ambulance. Please accept this as a personal thank you from the family.

WILSON, Walter Thomas (Wattie):
Alan, Heather, Christine, and families, thank those who paid tribute at Wattie’s service, phoned, sent flowers, cards, baking and meals, when our dearly beloved Dad, Grandad and great-Grandad passed away. Special thanks to the extended family, friends and neighbours for their constant contact, which allowed Dad to remain living independently at home after Mum’s death in 2013. His wee dog “Penny” is now in Christchurch with one of his granddaughters.

WOHLERS, Graeme Neville:
Pam, Lyndon and Jill, Louise and Brennan, and Gladys and Brian, wish to acknowledge and sincerely thank everyone for the kindness and support shown, following Graeme’s passing. The family were overwhelmed by the volume of cards, messages, phone calls, floral arrangements, visitors, and food that we received. Our grateful thanks to all who attended Graeme’s service. To our friend Marion Ruda goes our sincere thanks for your most heartfelt eulogy. The time and research that you put into the preparation was so much appreciated. The family would also like to acknowledge the kind words expressed by Andy, John, and Fred. A special thank you to Graeme’s work colleagues (both past and present) from D T Kings, your support and tribute of a guard of honour was very moving. Last of all, thank you to Raewyn Black and Mel, and the team from Avenal Park Funeral Home. As many addresses are unknown, please accept this as an acknowledgement of thanks.

YOUNG, Jean Somerville:
Brian and Awen, Bronwyn and Bruce, Steve and Cyn, and families, would like to sincerely thank those who supported us with their kindness and expression of sympathy at the loss of our mother, nannie and great nannie. Her passing has left a huge gap in our lives but our memories and her laughter lives in all our hearts. Special thank you to the Pakeke Lions, Embroiderers Guild and Patchworkers who were a huge part of Jean’s life. Our heartfelt thanks to Albany House, Gore Hospital and Liz and Kevin at Hammond and Ryder for your care and kindness. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement and thank you to you all.