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BAIRD, Joyce Gwendoline (nee Wilson).
26.01.1950 – 30.01.2020
Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, January 30, 2020; aged 70. Daughter of the late Vera and late John Wilson (Winton). Dearly loved wife of Alan, and beloved mother of Sheryl, the late Craig, Luana, and Michelle, and mother-in-law of Mike, and Matt. Cherished Nana of Jacob, Zack, Hannah; Nikita, the late Jayden, Samantha, Shayla; and baby Ackroyd. Loved sister of Mervyn, Ian, Ngaire, Neil, Lindsay, and Russell. A treasured sister-in-law and aunt, a much valued colleague of the ICU team at Christchurch Hospital, and a precious friend to many. Our tremendous thanks to Nurse Maude for their level of care and dedication to Joyce throughout her courageous battle . In lieu of flowers, donations to the Nurse Maude Hospice would be appreciated and can be made at the service. Messages c/- The Baird Family, PO Box 26112, Christchurch 8148. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a celebration of Joyce’s life, which will be held at Activate Church, 13 Watts Road, Sockburn, Christchurch, on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 commencing at 1.00pm, to be followed by interment at Shands Road Cemetery.
BLACKIE, Bruce John.
20.03.1947 – 26.01.2020
Most dearly loved and loving husband of Joanne, and adored father, father-in-law and Grandad of Lyndon, Tina, Noah, Hedda and Sam, Jaron, Pip, Connor and Maddie. Adored Bruce John and Grandad Bruce of Annette, Mike, Braith, Daniel, Lisa, Casey and Cody, Rachel, Ana and Joe, and Mathew, and good friend to Donald, Daryl and Jeff.
Bye Bye Black Bird
You’ve earned your rest.
Love always.
In accords with Bruce’s wishes a private cremation has been held and his ashes scattered. Messages to 14B Barr Street, Balclutha 9230.
BOATWOOD, Karl Leonard.
Passed away on January 17, 2020, surrounded by his family and friends.
Will be dearly missed by all.
DOHERTY, Paul James.
Passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, January 30, 2020, aged 68. Dearly loved husband of Jill, and loved father of Jason and Coralie, and Jeremy and Janine, and devoted grandfather of James. A service to celebrate Paul’s life will be held at the Tauranga Yacht Club, Sulphur Point, Tauranga, on Monday, February 3, at 1.00pm.
ENGLAND, Dr Robert William.
MB BS London 1960, MRCGP UK 1970, MCCMNZ 1982, FAFPHM RACP 1994, FRACMA 1994, FNZCPHM 2008
29.09.1936 – 29.01.2020, Aged 83
After a short illness, Rob passed away peacefully at Clare House. Loved husband of Glenys. Father and father-in-law of Joanna and Peter Simpson, Ian and Heather England. Grandfather of Amy, Jared and Brigitte Simpson, and Alister and Morgan England and Louise England. Thank you to Hospice Southland, Medical ward and ICU Southland Hospital, Perriam Wing Clare House and South City Medical Centre for their care of Rob. A private ceremony to remember Rob’s life has been held. Messages to: 48A Egerton Road, RD 1, Winton 9781, or email [email protected]
McKENZIE, Tony David.
(formerly of Arrowtown). Peacefully, at Dunedin Hospital on January 29, 2020, after a courageous cancer journey; aged 58 years young. Dearly loved husband, soulmate and best friend of Jan, treasured son-in-law of Margaret and the late Alan Dunbar, adored brother-in-law of Steve and Cindy Dunbar, Kev and Marie Dunbar, Sharon and Darren Gammie (Wellington), cherished uncle of Matt, Ruby, Amy, the late Rory, Callum, Lydia and Mario, Jessie and Ricky, Lucas and Kurt, precious great-uncle of Jackson, Lola, and Scarlett. Tony will be sorely missed by us all including his faithful cats Lily and Macey. At Tony’s request a private cremation will be held. Messages to 27 Anderton Crescent, Mosgiel 9024.
ROBERTSON, June Sheryl.
Passed away peacefully after a bravely fought battle on Thursday, January 30th, 2020, aged 71. Dearly loved wife of Neil. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Jonathan and Jodi (Wanaka), and Bradley and Aimee (Queenstown). Much loved Grandma of Jesse, Georgia, Harry and Lockie. Loved sister of Lesley, Bill and Robyn. A celebration of June’s life will be held at the Top Pub, Winton on Wednesday, February 5th from 2pm-5pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland would be appreciated, and may be left at the celebration. Messages to 185 Egerton Road, RD 1, Winton 9781 or to June’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
WILSON, Albert Ronald (Ron).
Of Kaka Point. On January 30, 2020, Ron passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at the Otago Community Hospice, Dunedin; aged 84 years. Much loved husband of Oriel, loved and respected father and father-in-law of Selena and Michael Wallace (Gore), Vivienne and Ian Thorne (Dunedin), Matthew and Tracey Wilson (Cape Town), Daniel and Annina Wilson (Perth), Benjamin and Alexandra Wilson (Wanaka), a loved and adored Grandfather (Pop) of Thomas, Louisa, Nahum and Joel Wallace; Nicole Wilson; Eli and Caleb Wilson; a loved brother and brother-in-law of Ernie and Barbara Wilson (Mossburn) and their family. Funeral details to follow. Messages to 5 Hill Street, Kaka Point 9271. Doug Nesbit Funeral Services Ltd Balclutha, & Milton.
Acknowledgement
BUGDEN, Joyce Ann “Joy” (nee Milmine).
Gordon and family wish to sincerely thank everyone for their kindness and support in the passing of a wonderful wife, mother, mother-in-law and Nana. Many thanks to all those who sent cards, flowers and attended the service, also to the CWI ladies for their Guard of Honour. Thank you for the wonderful care and kindness from the nurses at Southland Hospital, the staff at Ascot Bupa Care Home and the staff at J Fraser and Sons. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement of our sincere appreciation.
GOATLEY, Jessie Dorothy (Dorothy).
Lilian and Peter, Joanne and Steve, and Rachel, together with their families, wish to express their sincere thanks for all the kindness, prayers and support received during the time of Dorothy’s illness and her passing. We are forever grateful.
GOLD, William James (Bill).
Ngaire, Billi, Brandon, and families, wish to thank friends and relatives for their love and support following the death of Bill, a much loved partner, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Thanks to those who visited Bill during his illness, and those who sent flowers, cards and the many phone calls and texts. Thanks to all who enjoyed a pizza and a beer around his pizza oven. Special thanks to all Fire and Emergency personnel who gave Bill the ultimate farewell in the guard of honour and his last call at Bluff Fire Station. To Bluff locals and the Marae who provided and prepared the food – thank you, we were overwhelmed with choice, a great spread enjoyed by all. Thanks to Bluff Fire Brigade for providing the after match. To Bruce Pagan, we are grateful for Bill’s farewell, stories told through laughter and tears will remain with us. Thanks Bruce for making Bill’s farewell special. Our thanks also to District Nurses and Hospice Otago for ongoing help and support, you were amazing. To Doug Nesbitt and team, thanks for your help and support, you made a difficult task easier. To Ann Robbie, thanks for “The Flower of Scotland”. Your donations to Bluff Youth Rugby and Southland Women’s Rugby are gratefully received. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement of our appreciation from the Gold and Pannett Families.
McKAY, Sarah Marjory (Madge).
September 8, 1914 –
September 10, 2019
Madge’s extended family wish to thank everyone for their kindness, support, cards and online messages in the passing of their wonderful Aunt and great-Aunt. Thank you to the Staff at Peacehaven for the care and kindness that had been shown to Madge over the years she was with you.
Madge was a special Lady who was very much loved and respected by many.
TAURIMA, Jacqui Moana.
Denise, Reirani, Dion, Tihema, and Miyah, would like to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has comforted and supported us during and after Jacqui’s passing. From the dedicated staff at the Perth Hospice to the friends and family who surrounded us when we returned, it has helped us tremendously. Sincere thanks to everyone who sent flowers, phoned, dropped off food and baking, and gave koha, it was very much appreciated. Thanks to those who attended her service and shared lovely memories of Jacqui with us. Special thanks to Ian for helping to bring her home, and Dean for welcoming her back and taking her service. A special thanks to Moniek for opening her home to us. Thanks to Nigel from Avenal Park for making it possible for us to have the service that perfectly suited Jacqui. Please accept this as a personal thank you for your thoughtfulness.
