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BATCHELOR, Oscar:
Sadly, on Thursday, February 17, 2022, in Canberra. It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our Beloved husband, father and Koro. Full details to follow.
BUTSON, Esma Irene:
In her 96th year. Passed away on Saturday, February 12, 2022, at Parata Rest Home (Gore). Much loved wife of the late Athol. Loved mother, mother-in-law, nana and great-nana of Robyn and Arthur Sutherland, Myles and Katie, Guy, Cat and Mia; John and Cheryl Butson, Mikayla, and Caitlin; Karen and Gary Jenkins, Chelsea, Jamie, Archer and Van. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Ronald and Gloria Laurie. The family wish to thank Parata Rest Home for their exceptional care of Esma. A private service has been held. Messages to 14 Waimea Street, Gore 9710.
COOPER, Russell Stewart:
Nov 1932 – Feb 2022
Passed away peacefully at Southland Hospital on Thursday 10 February 2022. Loved Husband of the late Claire. Loved Dad, Granddad and Great grandad to Alan and Marian, Anne Marie and Ivan, Laura, Keir and Emelia (and the bump due March), Marc and Haylee, George, Duncan and Hannah, and Alison. A private family service has been held. Messages to 41b George Street Invercargill 9810.
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FLAHIVE, Agnes Mary (Molly):
On Tuesday, 15 February 2022 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Dearly loved wife of the late Ray. Loved and treasured mother and mother-in-law of Marie and Geoff, Christine and Carl. Cherished and precious Nana of Jack, Kerry, and Lisa; Victoria, and Sophie. Adored great- grandmother of Corbin, and Carter; Caleb, and Damian; and Amelia. In accordance with Molly’s wishes, a private service has been held. Messages to 44 Renfrew Street, Invercargill 9810. avenalpark.co.nz
FIELDES, Marjorie Elizabeth (Marj) (nee Mitchell) (formerly Scott):
Peacefully at Windsor Care Home, Gore, on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, one day into her 92nd year. Loved and devoted wife of Bill Fieldes, dearly loved wife of the late Bill Scott, very much loved Mum and mother-in-law of Graeme and Elaine Scott (Gore), Jocelyn and Wayne Meffan (Te Anau), very proud Granny of Brendan and Bridget, Matthew, Nathan and Chloe, Danielle and Joe, Samantha Scott, and also great-Granny of Amelia, Max and Ella Meffan. In accordance with Marj’s wishes a private family service will be held. Many thanks to the caring staff of Windsor Park Care Home who Marj spoke very highly of. Messages to 19 Aotea Cres, Gore 9710.
HEADS, Peter James (Rocky):
Unexpectedly at Resthaven Village, Gore, formerly of Mataura, on Thursday, February 17, 2022, aged 73 years. Loved father and father-in-law of Marlena and Grunta, loved Grandad of Riley, Mya, Jimmy and Teddy. Dearly loved son of *George and *Eva, loved brother of Joyce, Patsy, Geoff, *Kenny, *Kit, *Doug and their families. In accordance with Peter’s wishes a private service will be held. Special thanks to Nicki Johnston for being such a good friend to Peter. Messages to 43 Bowen Street, Te Anau, 9600.
(*denotes deceased)
MASON, Isobel Patricia:
On February 17, 2022, suddenly at Dunedin Hospital; aged 83 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ned, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Patric and Kerri (Bluff), Ivan (Milton), Ann and Timikuka Walker (Milton), Aaron and Rebecca (Dunedin) and a loved Grandma of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A service for Isobel will be held on Monday, February 21 at 1.30pm, in the Milton RSA, Union Street, followed by a private cremation. A Vaccine Passport will be required to attend. Due to Covid restrictions ‘Red’ numbers are limited to 100. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Milton District Nurses would be appreciated and may be left at her service. Messages to 1 Ossian Street, Milton 9220.
PEMBERTON, Michael Joseph:
Peacefully in his own time on Friday 18 February 2022, with his family at his side. Dearly loved partner of Kay, loved and respected father and father-in-law of Marc and Vimla, and Phil and Jan, loved Grandad of Shivana; Nick, Oriana, Holly , and Corban. In accordance with Mike’s wishes a private cremation and memorial service will be held. Messages to 52 Waihopai Street Invercargill 9810. avenalpark.co.nz
SMITH, Dorothy May (Dot):
Peacefully in the care of Hospice Southland on Wednesday, 16 th February 2022, aged 74 years. Loved wife of the late Peter. Dearly loved mother, mother-in-law and grandmother of Grant and Lisa, Jacob, & Sophie (UK); Paul and Mayu, Kiina, Juno, & Jenna (Japan); Bevan and Julia, Olivia, & Emily. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Rosalie and Neil Thomson, Elaine and Jim McDougall, Stuart and Jill Thwaites, Alison and Allan Hampton, and Pauline and Paul. A loved aunt and great aunt of all her nieces and nephews. A private family service of farewell will be held. Messages to 66 Stagecoach Road, Upper Moutere 7173.
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WESTLAND, Dianne Valerie:
15.5.1957 to 4.2.2022
Aged 64, from Dunedin. Dianne passed away very peacefully at Green Cable Rest Home, Nelson. Second youngest daughter of the late Freda and Vincent Westland. Sister of the late Ruth, Pat, Doreen. Sister of Gordon, Doug, Shona, Mervyn, Mavis, Noel. Very much loved and treasured and adored sister of Colleen and brother-in-law Dene. Love Aunty of all her nieces and nephews and extended families. It was Dianne’s wishes to have a private cremation. A Rememberance service for Dianne will be held in Dunedin on her Birthday in May. Messages to 67 Hokonui Drive, Gore, Southland, 9710.
In Memoriam
HORNE, Dianne:
One year ago tomorrow
“Always loved and missed”
HORN, Raymond:
Passed away February 2021.
Ray’s Whanau thank everyone for their major search effort for Ray.
” Bless you all”
We all love and miss you Ray.
Wendy
Acknowledgement
MacDONALD, Dale:
Dave and family would like to thank the staff of Southland and Dunedin Hospitals, Hospice Southland, J Fraser & Sons for the care shown to Dale in her final days. Also thanks to those who have posted tributes.
