Funeral Notices – Saturday 15th January

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CHEUNG, Kieran Chun Kai:
After a courageous battle Kieran decided enough was enough and passed away in the arms of his beloved wife, Niki. Adored and cherished Dad of Maddison. Much loved son of Anne, David and Uny and loved Son-in-law, Brother-in-law, Grandson, and Nephew. A service to celebrate Kieran’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street on Monday, 17th January at 2:00 pm. Vaccine Pass is required to attend the service. In lieu of flowers, donations to Southland Oncology Unit would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 22 Drury Lane, Grasmere, Invercargill 9810.
avenalpark.co.nz

DICKIE, Robert Wilfred (Robin):
On Saturday, January 8, 2022 peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 87. Much loved husband of Heather for sixty- two years. Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Raylene and Robin Page, Nanette and Darren Te Koeti. Caring and respected Grandad and Great-Grandad. Funeral has been held. Messages to The Dickie Family, C/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440.

DOODY, John Richard:
It is with our deepest sorrow that we announce the tragic passing of Doctor John Richard Doody, Director and Veterinarian of Waikiwi Vet Services, Invercargill who tragically passed away in peace on Monday the 10th of January, 2022. John will be heartbrokenly missed, beyond words by his deeply adored and dearly loved best friend and partner of 15 years Melissa Crennan, dearly adored and deeply loved son of John and Mary Doody, dearly adored and deeply loved brother of Eucharia Doody, dearly adored and deeply loved by his close relatives in Ireland, dearly adored and deeply loved by his extended family in Invercargill, Southland, Wellington, Nelson and Sydney Australia. Melissa and family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to all the staff of The Southland Hospital, The Invercargill / NZ Police, The Order of St John Ambulance Service and The Invercargill Fire Station. Relatives, close friends of both John’s and Melissa’s, colleagues and clients are respectfully invited to farewell John on Monday the 17th of January 2022 at Distinct Funerals place of farewell, 15 Eye Street, Invercargill from 4pm – 9pm.
Vaccine passes required.

EVANS, Lillian Pearl (nee Hibbs):
Passed peacefully January 5, 2022, surrounded by family. Beloved wife and soulmate of Ronald Thomas Evans. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Raewyn, Douglas and Ronnie. Dearly loved Grandmother and great-grandmother of Shane and Millie, Siobhan and Jamie, Frankie, Kahurangi and Te Atawhai and dearly loved by all her extended family and friends. As per Lillian’s wishes, a private service has been held. Messages can be sent to 488 Herbert Street.

GIBB, Jeanette Karen:
Neil and family warmly invite you to attend a Memorial Service to Celebrate Jeanette’s life will be held on Friday 21st January 2022 at 1.30pm, J Fraser and Sons Chapel, Corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill.  This will be a My Vaccine Pass entry only, please allow time to have your pass scanned.
In lieu of flowers donations to Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated and can be left at the service.
Messages to 237 George Street Invercargill or to Jeanette’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where her livestream link of her service is available.

HENRY, Mac:
Of Woodlands. Loved husband and best friend of Jill. Brother and Brother-in-law of Jean and Colin Macnicol (Arrowtown), Alasdair and Wendy Henry (Mokoreta), Lois and Kevin Stanton (Gore), and David and Jacky Anderson (Winchester). A much loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews and extra special Big Mac to Little Mac. A service to celebrate Mac’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Monday, 10th January at 1:30pm. Please note that a Vaccine Pass is mandatory to attend this service. Messages to 76 Woodlands South Road, RD 1, Invercargill 9871.
avenalpark.co.nz

LEITCH, Marie Frances (née Flynn):
Born April 18, 1926. Passed away January 12, 2022, at Gracedale Care, Mount Roskill. Beloved wife of the late Bill. Cherished mother of Michael and Warren. Cherished mother-in-law to Ricky and Julie. Devoted Nana to Matt, Sarah and Josh. Great-nana to her six great-grandchildren, and her many nieces and nephews. A great friend to many. The family would like to thank Gracedale Care for the care and support they have shown Mum over the past three years. A private burial will take place.

LOVE, Leslie:
Aged 73. Sadly passed away peacefully on January 11, 2022 at 4.30pm. Much loved partner to Robyn, step-dad to Dwayne, and Poppa to Tiari and Tamati. Loved Dad to Jonathan, and Georgina, Grandad to Tristan, Vienna and Savannah, Kaylah and Jemma, and Great-Grandad to Anaru and Kyvarnie. Dad wished not to have a funeral, but we will hold a memorial for his ashes at a later stage as per his wishes.
May you R.I.P.
you will be sadly missed.

MILNE, John Graham (Graham):
Passed away January 10th , 2022, at Longwood Rest Home Riverton, in his 93rd year. Much loved husband of *Elizabeth Grace (Betty) and loved and respected father and father-in-law of Jennifer and Phillip Tayler (Garston); Keith and Susan Milne (Arrowtown); Rodney and Margaret Milne (Oamaru); Gavin and Tina Milne (Australia); Shirley and Derek Todd (Waitati); Deane and Loraine Milne (Wellington). A much loved Grandad and trusted mentor of
Matthew and Shona Tayler; Elizabeth Tayler and Jeff Bransgrove; Aileen and Hayden Craw: Alice Milne and Matt Welson; Heather Milne and Scott Malpas; Kim and Hamish McNaughton; Scott and Michelle Milne; Hami Milne; Sophie
Milne; Kathryn Todd and Jarrad Harnett; Pip Todd; Holly Milne. Much loved and fun Great Grandad (GG) of Logan, and Prue Tayler; Grayson, Fletcher, and Hadley Bransgrove; Henry, and Imogen Craw; Tamara, and Bryleigh McNaughton; Landon, and Emily Milne; Kaitiaki Milne. At Graham’s request, a private cremation has been held. Messages to Jenny Tayler, Lorne Peak, PO Box 19, Garston 9750.
avenalpark.co.nz

MILNE John Graham (Graham):
Loved son of *John and *Ruby Milne. Loved brother and brother-in-law of *Rona and *Neil Holyoake, and Joy and *Russel Keen. Loved son-in-law of *Reg and *Mamie James. Loved brother-in-law of *Rowena and *Allan Baird, and *Ivan and *Brenda James.
avenalpark.co.nz

MUNRO, George Roy, ‘Roy’:
14.04.1941 ~ 19.12.2021
After a brief illness. Loved second son of the late Phyllis and Franz. Beloved husband of Patricia. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Ross and Ann (Invercargill), the late June, Elizabeth and William Voisey (Lower Hutt), David and Helen (Christchurch), Ian and Vivienne (Papamoa), Suzanne and Michael Downham (Invercargill), Robyn and Neil Dennis (Christchurch), Pauline Wheaton (Christchurch), Stuart and Pauline Pope (Nelson), Geoffrey Pope (Invercargill). At Roy’s request a private cremation service was held on 22 December 2021. Messages to PO Box 6061, Invercargill 9841, or to Roy’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

O’BRIEN, Elaine Bridie:
Peacefully in Wanaka on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, aged 84 years. Dearly loved wife of Len, loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul, Ngaire and Tim, and Phil and Andrea, loved Granny to Maddy, Sam; Billy, Joe and Gus. A service to celebrate Elaine’s life will be held on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at 2.00pm, in The Orchard Garden, 576 Dunstan Road, Alexandra, followed by private cremation. Vaccination passes will be required upon arrival. Elaine’s family wish to express their sincere thanks to the caring staff at Aspiring Enliven Care Centre, Wanaka. Messages to 24 Horace Street, Cromwell 9310.

In Memoriam

GIBB, Jeanette Karen:
It is with very heavy hearts and deep sadness we advise Jeanette passed away on Friday 13th August 2021, aged 62 years.
Dearly loved wife of Neil.
Treasured mum of Alan and Tracey.
Much loved Nan of Shania, Tessa, Toby and Nikita.
Loved daughter of the late Harold and Dot Withington.
Loved daughter in law of Fay and the late Jack Gibb.
Loved sister and sister in law of Anne and John, Heather and Neil*, Geoffrey and Diane, Ken and Kerren, Alastair and Lisa, Brian and Susan (Canada), Anne* and Jim.
Loved Aunty of all her nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers donations to Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated and can be left at the service.
A Memorial Service to Celebrate Jeanette’s life will be held on Friday 21st January 2022 at 1.30pm, J Fraser and Sons Chapel, Corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill. This will be a My Vaccine Pass entry only, please allow time to have your pass scanned.
Messages to 237 George Street Invercargill or to Jeanette’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where her livestream link of her service is available.

MUIR, Ewen Alexander:
31.05.1938 – 31.10.2021
David, Michael, Edwin, Pamela, Brett, and families wish to thank all the relatives and friends who supported us with phone calls, cards and those who travelled to be at Ewen’s service. Please accept this as a personal thank you.

SEATON, Alan John (Jock):
15.01.2021’Always in our hearts
Big Brother’
– From Robyn and Faye.

SEATON, Jock:
One year dad…miss you heaps.
“Loved and remembered always”

WILLIAMS, Gary Donald:
Lenise, Richard, Grant and Andrina, Greg, and families, would like to thank everyone for their support and kindness before and after Gary’s passing. We would like to thank those who travelled great distances to attend Gary’s service, made donations to Gary’s chosen charity, sent flowers, food, cards and messages and those who visited in the days following. Unfortunately we are not able to reply to each and everyone, so please accept this as a personal acknowledgement of thanks. Your kindness and support is much appreciated and will always be remembered.

Acknowledgement

BULMER, Elizabeth (Betty):
The family wishes to express our sincere thanks and gratitude to those who have offered their sympathy, prayers, support, kindness with baking, visits, flowers, telephone calls, and comfort at this sad time with losing our mother, Nana, sister, sister-in-law, aunty, great-grandmother and friend. It is sincerely and deeply appreciated and will always be remembered.

BURNETT, Jean:
The family of Jean would like to sincerely thank neighbours, friends, and relatives for your kind expressions of sympathy and thoughtfulness at Mum’s/Gran’s passing. It was appreciated and will always be remembered by the family and grandchildren. A special thank you also to Pastor Sam Duthie, Southland Palliative Team, District Nurses, Staff of Gore Hospital and Medical Centre, Access Carers, Meals on Wheels, staff at Gore La Hood’s The Chemist and Southern Funeral Home who all treated Mum with dignity and respect. Please accept this as a personal thank you.

CRISP, Lois Fay:
Lois’s family wish to sincerely thank all those who acknowledged her passing. Thank you for all the messages, phone calls, cards and flowers, baking, meals, visits and support during Lois’s illness, final days and after her passing. To those who attended the service under difficult circumstances we are grateful and thanks to all those who took the time to watch the live stream. We know Lois would have loved being the star of her own TV special. A huge thank you to the staff at Clare House whose wonderful care meant the world to Lois and to us as a family. We are most grateful she was able to spend her last days with you in her own room surrounded by those who had been there with her during happier days when she enjoyed sharing a joke with you. Thank you to Rebecca from Hospice Southland who helped make this happen and for supporting the staff in keeping Lois comfortable. Thank you to Dr Stout for overseeing Lois’s medical needs and for being a friend she truly admired. Many thanks to Avenal Park Funeral Home for caring for Lois and guiding us after her passing. Thank You Lynley McKerrow for leading the wonderful service for Lois and to Peter Noble for joining the family for Lois’s committal at the cemetery. To Aunty Gladys, Aunty Jean and Tess we most especially thank you for being truly loving and loyal friends to Lois and our family.
Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill his promises to her!

TURUWHENUA, Anne Therese (Aka Pickles) (nee Nicholson):
On Tuesday, January 11, 2022, with her husband and soulmate, Whare, by her side in Perth, Australia. Dearly loved daughter of Maureen and David (dec) Nicholson; sister and sister-in-law of Paul Nicholson; Mary and Tony Brewster; John Nicholson (dec); Mark and Vicki Nicholson; Christine and Sean Handley; Des and Janine Nicholson. Loved Aunty of Andrea, Cameron, and Lachlan Brewster; Conor, Maeve, and Kiera Handley, Grace and Elizabeth Nicholson. A funeral mass will be celebrated in Perth, Australia, on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at 3.00pm. Please email [email protected]
for livestream link. A memorial service will be held at the Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Gore on Thursday, January 20, at 11.00am. All welcome. Vaccination passes are required, those without a vaccine pass will be accommodated in a separate area. Messages to Nicholson family, 3B Canning Street, Gore 9710.