Funeral Notices – Saturday 16th July

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BALLAM, Shirley Isobel (nee Jack):
Passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, July 14, 2022. Loving wife of Charlie*. Dearly treasured mum and mother-in-law of Sue, Jacqui and John Hyde, Nikki and Barrie Blatch. Loving, proud and adored Grandma of Josh, Emma and Sam Hyde. Sister and sister-in-law of Bob* and Liz Jack, Airini and Ray* Stafford. Sister-in-law of Florence* Ballam, Ritchie* and Fay Ballam, Margaret* and Harry* Chandler, Eileen* and Bill* Brown, June* and Bob* Armstrong, John* and Lorna* Ballam.
“The loss of a very treasured Gem”
As per Shirley’s wishes a private family service has been held. Flowers respectfully declined. Messages to PO Box 13, Tapanui 9542. (*denotes deceased).

BURGESS-MATTHEWS, Isabella:
11.1.1916 – 18.6.2022
Dorothy, Heather, Kathy, Ian and families and the Matthews families wish to express sincere thanks to all the family, friends and acquaintances for their condolences and support with kind words, food, phone calls, flowers and visits received during the recent loss of our dearly loved Isa.
“She was and still is an inspiration and blessing to us all”.
Our appreciation to all the staff at Vickery Court for your very caring and thoughtfulness during Isa’s long stay which was also shown to her family. Special thanks to Winton Funeral Services through Averill and Ross for your sensitivity, guidance and professionalism which was greatly appreciated. Also, special acknowledgement to all those who came to join us with Reverend Tekura Wilding leading in the service, bringing us together in such a way that honoured Isa’s very caring, friendly, fruitful 106 years of life that she enjoyed with you all. Please accept this notice as our personal expression of heartfelt gratitude for all the support that our families have received, you are all very special people.

CULL, Betty Isobel (nee McKirdy):
Passed away peacefully and now resting with her Heavenly Father, on Thursday, July 14, 2022, in her 95th year, at Leslie Groves Home, Dunedin. Loved daughter of the late William and Sarah McKirdy. Loved wife of the late Rolly Cull. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Dave* Cull and Joan Wilson, Judi and Alan O’Brien, Donah* Denegrie, Bruce Cull and Tracy Rohan. Loved grandmother of Vanja, Bevan, Reuben*, Eryn, Molly, Charlotte, Tristan, and Chloe. Loved great-grandmother of Kaia and Carli, Sienna and Grace, Finn and Sophia. Loved sister and aunt of the extended McKirdy family. Special Auntie to Lew and Bev, Marilyn and John. A private family service will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society Otago would be gratefully received. Messages can be sent to Judi O’Brien, 123 Santa Maria Avenue, Mt Pleasant, Christchurch 8081.
(*denotes deceased)
Gillions Funeral Services
FDANZ / NZIFH

GIBB, Moira Fay (Fay):
Passed away peacefully at Rowena Jackson Retirement Village on Wednesday 13th July 2022, aged 92 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Jack. Loved mother and mother in law of Brian and Susan (Canada); Neil and Jeanette*, and Jim and Anne* McGearty. Loved Nana of Ross and Christine; Alan and Tracey; and Jamie and Leigh. Loved Great Gran of all her great grandchildren. Loved sister and sister in law of George* and Ngaire* McDonald, Fred* and Runa Sutherland, Mort* and Valda* Dale, Bob* and Marge* Gibb, and Rex* and Doris* Cade. Loved Aunty of all her nieces and nephews. As per Fay’s wishes a private service has been held. Messages to 237 George Street Invercargill or to Fay’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

JOHNSTONE, Lomond Eleanor (Lo) (nee Beer, formerly Belsham, Treweek):
Peacefully in Southland Hospital on Wednesday 13 July 2022. Loved wife of Keith, mother and mother-in-law of Bronwyn and Chris Lavelle, Tane and Louise Belsham. Nana to Mathew, Joshua and Daniel Lavelle, Jordan and Cade Belsham. A memorial service will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Wednesday 20 July at 11.00am. A private cremation has been held. If you wish to view the service via livestream, please go to Avenal Park Website, Obituaries page and click on Lomond’s page. Messages to 99 Heywood Street, Invercargill 9810. avenalpark.co.nz

JOHNSTONE, Lomond Eleanor (Lo):
Daughter of Clare* and Alice* Beer, sister and sister-in-law of Tas and Min Beer (Oamaru), Cecil and Kati Beer (MacKay, Australia), Ali* Beer. Friend of Philip, Blair and Natalie Johnstone, and Linda Johnstone and their families and Rosie. Sister-in-law to Fay Officer, Bev Patrick, Rosalie Robbie, and Muriel Johnstone. avenalpark.co.nz

LOCKETT, Robert Allan (Robbie):
Peacefully on Wednesday, 13th July 2022 at Hospice Southland with his loving family by his side, Aged 58 years. Dearly loved husband of Lynette and cherished father of Garran & Ashleigh and Danni & Clarke. Adored Grandad of Ayliah, Harley, Frank, and Billie. Loved son and stepson of Judith and Bob Purdy and loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle of his extended family. A service to celebrate Robbie’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street on Tuesday, 19 th July at 1:00pm. The service will conclude with a private cremation. If you wish to view the service via livestream go to the Avenal Park website, obituaries page and click on the link on Robbie’s page. Messages to 153 Flora Road East, RD 6, Makarewa, Invercargill 9876. avenalpark.co.nz

McKENZIE, Margaret June (June) (nee Chamberlain):
In her 94th year, on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at Gore Hospital, June went peacefully to live eternally in the presence of her dearly loved Saviour and Lord. Though sorrowfully missed, we are so thankful for a devoted godly life given to serve others. Deeply loved, cherished loving wife, constant companion, and helper of Roy for 61 years, much loved, respected Mum and mother-in-law to Andrew and Jo (Christchurch), Jonathan and Jenny (Ohope Beach, Whakatane), David and Rose (Edendale); caring Nan to Kerry, Sean, Daniel and Jordan; Joshua, Thomas, and Samuel; great-Nan to Ralph. Loved sister and sister-in-law to Joy Van Ranst; Roy* and Dorothy* Chamberlain; Iris Reesby; Ian* McKenzie; much loved Aunty, and prayerful friend to many.
“In your presence is fullness of joy.” Psalm 16:11
June’s thanksgiving and celebration service will be held at Calvin Community Church, 25 Robertson Street, Gore, on Tuesday, July19 at 1.30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made at the service for NZ Bible Society. The service may be watched on livestream
www.southernfuneralhome.co.nz Special appreciation to all staff at Windsor Park Care Home and Parata Rest Home, for their constant loving care of June, including all the staff and doctors at Gore Hospital and Gore Medical Centre. (*denotes deceased).

McNEILL, Robert Mitchell (Bob):
Passed away peacefully at Rosewood Rest Home, Christchurch, on June 28, 2022, aged 80 years. Cherished husband of Mary Ina. Much loved stepfather of Deborah. Loved son of Betty and Mitchell McNeill; loved brother and brother-in-law of Lynley and Mike Barnett, Donald and the late Claire Campbell, Alison and the late John McNeill. Loved and respected nephew of Aunty Dot, uncle, cousin, and friend.
Forever remembered.
A memorial service to celebrate Bob’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons chapel, Cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, at 1.00pm, on Friday, July 22, 2022. Messages may be addressed to “The Robert McNeill Family”, C/- 19 London Street, Richmond, Christchurch 8013, or left at Frasers tribute page: https://frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

SHAW, James McKinnon (Jim, Jimmy):
The Shaw family of Arrowtown are heartbroken to announce, peacefully, on Thursday, July 14, 2022 at the Lakes District Hospital. In loving memory his partner Thalia, his children, Robbie and Marianne, Jason and Kay, Mandy and Dan, stepfather of Laurinda and Don, Quinton and Ellie, Leon and Deb, grandfather of Quinn, Caleb, Timothy and Cameron (Shaw Side), Brendon, Dillon, Aidan, Shannya, Charlotte, Luke, Audrey, Amerson, Taylor, Brookie, Lily (Thalia’s side). Jimmy can be viewed at his home, 44 Devon Street, Arrowtown Tuesday, July 19, 1.30pm till Wednesday night 9.00pm. A service to celebrate Jim’s life will be held in the Arrowtown Hall, 33 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown, on Thursday, July 21, at 2.00pm, followed by interment at the Arrowtown Cemetery. Livestream available: https://livestream.com/accounts72885/jamesshaw
Donations can be made at the service for the Arrowtown Volunteer Fire Brigade. Messages to
[email protected]

SHIRLEY, Sarah Jane Alison (Sez):
Tragically as a result of an accident on Tuesday 12 July 2022; aged 29 years. Deeply loved and adored soulmate and fiancé of Garry Harvey, loved stepmum of Delilah, and Lily. Dearly loved and treasured daughter of Steve and Debs, loved sister of Ben, special aunty of Seb and Elvie. Loved daughter-in-law of Karen Skelton, loved sister-in-law of Terry Harvey, loved Grand-daughter of Trevor and Margaret Keelty, Stewart and Fonnie Shirley. A very much loved niece, cousin and friend.
“Crazy, Unique, Loving, Quirky, Cherished and Beautiful, That’s our Sez!”
A celebration of Sarah’s life will be held in Invercargill, details to be advised. Messages to 203 Ettrick Street, Invercargill 9812. avenalpark.co.nz

SMITH, Eileen Theresa:
After a courageous fight. Peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday July 14, 2022. Aged 75 years. Loving wife of Mike and best friend of Errol Mann. Cherished Mum of Jo, Brendon and Paula, Greeny and Anna, and the late Christopher. Adored and cherished Nana of Chae, Paige, Jordan, Jessie, Kyal, Zoe, Maddy and loved great Nana of Ashton. Loved Daughter-in-law of Verla and the late John. Loved Sister-in-law of Robin, Stephen, Maree and Paul, Raymond, and Isabel and George. Loved Step-mother of Quintin and Amy, and the late Crystal, and loved Nana of Beau, Rhys, Madi, Ashlee, Paucha, Phoenix and a good friend to all of her extended family. Dear friend of Barry and Matt. Eileen’s life will be celebrated in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr. Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, at 1.30pm, Tuesday July 19. Then leaving for the Eastern Cemetery. Eileen will be resting at her home. Messages to 8 Bain Street, Invercargill and tributes may be left on Eileen’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a live stream of the service will also be available.

STAPLETON, Karen Frances:
03.05.1954 – 01.07.2022
Loved sister of Margaret Reynolds, Carl Greg, and Alan Stapleton. Now resting at Whenua Tapu Cemetery. Messages to: [email protected]

In Memoriam

ALLAN, Audrey:
29.01.1933 – 25.07.2019
ALLAN, Doug:
06.08.1935 – 13.07.2020
In loving memory of our much loved and adored Mum, Dad, Nana, Grandad, and great-grandparents.
Mum and Dad,
Years have passed since we said our goodbyes,
But it only feels like yesterday that we were by your side.
We know that you still hear us,
So please know this is true,
That everything we are today,
Is all because of the both of you.
Forever in our hearts there is a place,
That only you two can hold,
Our memories of you,
Lovingly retold.
“Loved and cherished always”
– Jane, Vicky and their families xx.

CLEAVER, Margaret (Mum):
16 July 2000
CLEAVER, Johnson (Dad):
11 July 1951

CLEAVER, David:
31 March 1961 at Riverton
CLEAVER, Ian:
20 Feb 1989 at Colac Bay
CLEAVER, Jimmy:
18 July 2020 at Riverton
“Memories are forever”
– Rowena, Ken, Arron, Carole, Craig, Grayson, Kalani and Baleigh.

Acknowledgement

CUNNINGHAM, Marge (formerly Dykes):
Geoff, Gavin, Ken, Janene and families wish to sincerely thank all who extended so much love and kindness at Marge’s passing. A special thank you to Linda, Debbie, Anna and Louise from Access for the wonderful loving care they provided for Marge in recent years. To know so many care has been a comfort to us all, which we will never forget.

CURRY, Michael David:
Daniel, along with Anne and John, Patrick and Karen, Susan and Kim and extended families sincerely thank everyone for the support, love and sympathy shown to us following the loss of our much loved father, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many. Special thanks must go to Ross Thomson from J Fraser & Sons, Sally Tily funeral celebrant, Glengarry Medical Centre, Glengarry Pharmacy, Southland Hospital Staff and District Nurses, Hospice Southland and the Cancer Society for caring for Michael and his family during his illness and passing. An extra special thank you to Michael’s employer Niagara Saw Milling Company for your ongoing support and care of Michael during his illness. We know that Michael really valued this. We would like to thank everyone who sent cards, messages, flowers, gave food, donations to Southland Hospice and attended the service to celebrate Michael’s life

FORSYTH, Eric Leslie:
Eric’s family would like to sincerely thank all those who showed love, compassion and support during Eric’s illness and after his passing. The overwhelming response of cards, flowers, phone calls, visits, baking and food made this difficult time easier. Please accept our deepest thanks. Special thanks to Dr Ewan Adam, SDHB Oncology team, SDHB District nursing team & Hospice Southland for their compassionate support and care of Eric. Our grateful thanks to Dean Fogarty for his constant support and compassion over the last 9 years and Gillian O’Callaghan from Access for her outstanding level of care and companionship. Thank you to Sharyn Payne for the lovely service, to those who gave such touching tributes and to Andrew Hall for piping Eric out. Thank you to Ross, Nicky and the team at J Fraser & Son’s for their compassionate care of Eric and their guidance and support. Thanks to everyone who attended and viewed Eric’s farewell and for the donations to Hospice Southland. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement and a heart-felt thanks to you all.

FREDRIC, Ron:
Margaret, Anne, Ken and Meg, Russell and Lesley and families sincerely thank everyone for all the love, support, visits, phone calls, baking, food, flowers and cards we received on the passing of Ron, our much loved husband, father, grand- father and great-grandfather. We also thank all those who attended Ron’s service. We are very grateful for the care Ron received from Rowena Jackson, Resthaven in Gore and Vickery Court. Thanks for the kindness shown by all at J. Fraser & Sons, especially Darrin. Also special thanks to Elizabeth Cheyne who officiated at Ron’s service. Thank you all.

KLOOSTERMAN, Johannes (John):
Passed away peacefully in the Special Care Unit, Yvette Williams Retirement Village Dunedin, on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, aged 91. Much loved husband of Natalie*. Dearly loved and respected father of John*, Jeanette and Liz, and Opa (Granddad) of Mark, Jason and Georgia. A service for John will be held on Friday, July 22 at 11.00am, in Gillions Chapel, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin. Messages C/- Gillions, 407 Hillside Rd, Dunedin 9012.
(*denotes deceased)
Gillions Funeral Services
FDANZ / NZIFH

HAMILTON, Catherine Ferguson (Fay):
Noel and Caroline, Blair and Teressa, Ralph and Julie, Kathryn and Wayne, Tracey and Andrew, and their families, would like to express their sincerest gratitude for the love, support and kindness shown during our loss of Mum. The flowers, food, phone calls and messages, cards with beautiful words and those who helped and attended her farewell, you have all helped paint the picture of mum’s life and have given us treasured memories. To friends and community – thank you for supporting mum over the last few years. Mum’s care for others certainly came back to her in her later years. Thanks to Vickery Court for the loving care you gave mum in her last few months, you are a special group of people. Huge thanks to Ross and Averill, from Winton and Districts Funeral Services, for their care and guidance through this difficult time. You went the extra mile to make mum’s farewell perfect. To Lynley McKerrow for being the perfect glue that created a special farewell that befitted our Mum. Together everyone helped give Fay the send off she would have loved and that she deserved. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement of our heartfelt thanks to you all.

McKENZIE, Jean:
(Of Otatara). Barry, Jan, Gavin, Elsbeth, Paula, Graeme, Andrea and Mark sincerely appreciate all the love, kindness, and compassion shown at the time of Mum’s passing. The visits, phone calls, messages, and cards. Sharing memories of her life well-lived. The Harvey Family are complete once more and she is reunited with her friends. Mum left with a special message for Melanie and the biggest hug for Dad.
‘The song has ended But the melody lingers on’

TAIT, Robert James (Robin):
Robins family would like to express their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all those who attended his farewell, sent messages, visits, phone calls, cards, flowers, baking, and just being there. To Central Pirates Rugby and Makarewa Bowls clubs for their guard of honour at Robins service this was a lovely gesture and nice surprise for the family, Paul for sharing memories of their bowling days – thank you all. To the caring staff at Southland Hospital Medical Ward ensuring Robin was always comfortable in his final days. We appreciate the timely manner Avenal Park Funeral Directors organised the funeral and interment enabling out of town family members to attend both. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement.

He has left a gap in our family – it was his time.