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COWIE, Barbara Ann Herbison.
Passed away peacefully at Glenwood Home on Sunday, February 16, 2020, aged 75 years. An adored wife of Norman for 54 years. A much loved mother and mother-in-law of Odelle and Gary Hawkins (Kurow), Megan and Richard Ayres (Mooloolaba Australia), and a devoted nana to her grandchildren. A cherished daughter of the late William and Annie Nicol (Winton), and loved sister and sister-in-law of Mary and David Neill (dec), and Jessie and Noel Hubber (dec). Special thanks to Lorna and the wonderful Staff at Glenwood for their wonderful supportive care of Barbara. A private cremation has been held as this was Barbara’s wish.
GRAY, Noeline Rae.
Surrounded by her loving family at Rowena Jackson, on Thursday, February 20, 2020. Aged 83 years. A true blue wife of Wilson for 62 years. Devoted and loved mother and mother-in-law of Karen and Peter Cowan (Mataura Island), Joanne and Bruce Dickens (Invercargill), Delwyn and Bill Carey (Oporo), and Jason and Jackie Gray (Wallacetown). Loved Nanny of Nick and Sarah, Scott and Casey, Paige and Brayden; Anton and Bailee, Cruze and Liana, and Abby; Liam; Tamati and Rina, and Tara. Loved old Nanny of Nathan, Myles, Jorge, Jerome, Bailee-Rose, Roman and Keanu. A service to celebrate Noeline’s life will be held in the Wallacetown Presbyterian Church, Aloway Street, Wallacetown, at 1.00pm, on Monday, February 24 . Private cremation to follow. Messages to 26 Mauchline Street, Wallacetown 9816. frasersfunerals.co.nz
HEADS, Donald Thomas Ross.
On Thursday, February 20, 2020. Dearly loved husband of Noeline. Loved father of Richard*, Judith*, Shirley, Ngaire and Peter*. A very much loved Grandad and Great-Grandad. Funeral details to follow. (*denotes deceased).
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HENDERSON, Jefferd James (Jeff).
On February 15, 2020, peacefully at home in Te Anau after a courageous battle, aged 71 years. Dearly loved husband of Margaret. Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Maria and Bruce Young (Gore); Nathan (Lumsden); Kylie and Ray Napier (Te Anau); special friend of Tresna and Wade. Much loved grandfather of Griffin, Quinn, Jayden, James, and Jessica. Loved brother of Evan, Wilfred, Florence, Allan, and James. Special thanks to the District Nurses and Fiordland Medical team. A private service has been held for Jeff. Messages to 12 Tawera Place, Te Anau 9679, or to Jeff’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz
JOHNSTON, Jayden William.
Born 13 May 1999. Suddenly passed on Sunday 16 February 2020; in his 21st year. Dearly loved son of Jeff and Sue, much loved brother of Holly, Katie, Hannah and Brad, much loved partner of Finlay. Jayden was a great mate to his many friends and a valued member of the Tiger Softball Club, he was also loved by his uncles, aunty’s and cousins. Family and friends are welcome to visit Jayden at 118 Gimblett Place Invercargill from Thursday afternoon. A service will be held for Jayden in the Invercargill Christian Centre, 165 Leet Street on Monday 24 February at 10.00am, interment will follow at the Otautau Cemetery. (Feel free to wear a pink shirt to the service). In lieu of flowers donations to the Southland Children’s Ward would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 39 Elles Road Otautau 9610. avenalpark.co.nz
PADGET, Josephine Margaret (Josie).
Peacefully at Dunedin Hospital on Wednesday, February 19, 2020, aged 70 years. Much loved wife and soulmate of Darrell, loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Mandy Clayton (Invercargill), Justin and Jillian Clayton (Manapouri), loved stepmother of Aron and Shara (McKay, Australia), loved Grandma of Taylor Clayton; loved nana of Sebestain and Samantha. Loved daughter of the late Allan and Esta Erskine, loved sister of Alister (Ally), and the wider family. “Treasured Memories, forever in your garden.”
A service to celebrate Josie’s life will be held in Alexandra Bowling Club, 145 Centennial Road, Molyneux Park, Alexandra, on Monday, February 24, at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations for Otago Rescue Helicopters may be left at the service. Messages to 37 The Half Mile, Alexandra 9320.
RUTHERFORD, Karen Lee.
Peacefully, on Monday, February 17, 2020, cared for and surrounded by her loving family in the wonderful care of Marne Street Hospital in Dunedin. Treasured daughter of the late Tommy and Una, adored sister to Scott and the late Tony. Loved aunty to Kayla, bonded sister-in-law to Sarah, and beloved udder daughter to Shary and Ian Davis. In accordance with Karen’s wishes a private family service has been held. She fought a long hard illness for many years and is now finally at peace and shining bright with family passed. Messages to [email protected]
SCOTT, John Albert (Jack).
On Monday, February 17, 2020, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of Doreen, loved father and father-in-law of Sonja and the late Joe, Rex and Joss. Messages may be addressed to the Scott family, c/- 19 London Street, Christchurch 8013. In lieu of flowers, donations to Amputee Society of Canterbury would be appreciated and can be made online at bit.ly/jascott
SHIEFFELBEIN, Maureen Mary.
Surrounded by her loving family on Thursday 13 February 2020; age 79 years. Dearly loved wife and soulmate for 58 years of Keith, a much loved and loving mum and mother-in-law of Sandra, Katrina and Marina, Richard and Paula, a much loved grandma of Roxanna, LeRoy, Lukas, James, much loved great grandma of Skye, Cyrus, Raegan, Aaliyah, and Raven, much loved by all her extended family; brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and many friends. In accordance with Maureen’s wishes, a private service has been held in the Southland Crematorium Chapel. Messages to 190 Ythan Street Invercargill. avenalpark.co.nz
TAMATI, Bernadette Therese (Biff/Bernie).
She lived, she laughed, she loved. Passed peacefully at home on February 20, 2020 surrounded by love. Daughter of Bill and Ann France; beloved wife to Daryl; loving mother to Samara, Miread, and Leeana; loved number 9 of numbers 1-10; wonderful grandma to 7 grandies. A celebration of Biff’s life will be held at St Theresa’s Church, Perth Street, on Tuesday, February 25, at 11.00am. Please wear something bright in her honour. In lieu of flowers, the family ask that you donate to the Southland Hospice which can be left at the service. Messages to 84 Watt Road, Otatara, RD 9, Invercargill. avenalpark.co.nz
Acknowledgement
BROWN, Alan. 14.01.20
Florence, Jean, David, Andrew, Malcolm, Richard and families would like to thank everyone for their kindness shown to us in the recent passing of Alan with visits, phone calls, cards, baking, hugs and prayers that have helped us through this time of grief. Thank you to Southern Funeral Home who arranged everything very well. The speakers were much appreciated; Neil McPhail, Ivan Leslie, David Kingsford, George Cook and Pianist Jo Dodds. Thank you to the Guard of Honour by Gore Pakeke Lions and the Gore RSA. Thank you to the Calvin Church Ladies for the afternoon tea.
BRAGG, Harold Naylor.
Alison, Dianne, Austin, and Robyn wish to sincerely thank everyone who attended Harold’s memorial service in Geraldine, especially those who travelled considerable distances. Special thanks to the Rev Tony Kippax and Ro Acland who officiated the service and gave us wonderful support. The help of the Geraldine AAW ladies in serving afternoon tea was also greatly appreciated. Many thanks to everyone who brought food, flowers and sent cards and letters. A big thank you to Harold’s many caregivers and the staff at McKenzie Health Care who took excellent care of Harold during his last few weeks. Please accept this acknowledgement as our sincere expression of gratitude and appreciation.
HALDER, Ian Russell.
Marg, Jeannene, Karen, Blair, and their families would like to sincerely thank everyone for their love and support shown to us in the loss of a very dear husband, father, and grandad. To our families, relatives, neighbours, friends and the Lawrence Cancer Support Group, our most heartfelt thanks for your visits, food, cards, letters, flowers, messages and phone calls, your support has been overwhelming. To all the Doctors and Nursing Staff at Clutha Health First, Dr Ruth Alberts and the team at Lawrence Medical Centre, Dunedin Hematology team; Dr Chiruka, Dr Fagan, and Rosie and Heather from Otago Hospice, you all tried so hard for Ian, and your care was exceptional, we are forever grateful. A special thanks to Alex McLaughlin for your numerous visits which we all enjoyed and for your warm and personal service. To all that attended Ian’s farewell, especially those that travelled so far to support us all – thank you. A big thanks to everyone who spoke at the service, Ian would have been proud of you all. To Rachael from J Frasers & Sons, thank you for your compassion – you are one special lady. We ask that you accept this as our heartfelt and personal acknowledgement from all the family.
In Memoriam
DUNCAN, Eddie.
Another year has passed since you left us on February 22, 2018.
Much love and remembered.
– Alison and Families.