Funeral Notices - Saturday 23rd April

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BURGESS, William “Allan”:
Allan peacefully passed away at Southland Hospital on 14th April 2022 with Rosa and Simon by his side. He was a loved member of his New Zealand and the Philippines extended families, a respected friend to many and a valued community-minded man. REST IN PEACE DAD As a fulfillment of Allan’s wish, a private service and cremation have been held. avenalpark.co.nz

CARLAW, Nita Mae:
Peacefully at Peacehaven Village, on Sunday 17th April 2022. Beloved wife of the late Robert Clarence Carlaw (Bob). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Marilyn and Keith Thomson. Neville Carlaw, Joanne and Phil Goulin (Wellington). Loved Nana of Hamish and Sarinah, Deborah and Kevin, Sarah, Mark, Katie, and Andrew. Loved great nana to all her great grandchildren. As to Nita’s wishes a private service has been held.
The family would like to thank the staff at Peacehaven for the love and care of their mother. Rest in Peace. Messages to 156 Catherine Street, Invercargill, or you can go to Nita’s tribute page at: https://mwfunerals.co.nz/s/nita

CHECKETTS, Yvonne Velma (Val) (nee Dallas):
Passed peacefully and on her terms at Timaru Public Hospital, Sunday, April 10, 2022 in her 90th year. A long term resident of Waihi Lodge Geraldine, formerly Twizel, Manapouri and Invercargil. Loved wife of the late Ray and mother of Wayne, Brian, Garth, Paul and Terry. Beloved eldest sister and sister-in-law of Dene and Sally Cole, Riverton. Golfer, bowler, friend to many. Val has been cremated to be placed with Ray at a later date.

FRANCE, Alyson Laurell (Laurell):
Died peacefully, at Strathallan Life Care, Timaru, on Sunday, April 17, 2022, aged 94. Dearly loved and loving wife of Robert (Bob)*, adored mother and mother-in-law of Stewart and Marilyn (Hamilton), Alyson and John Howell (Wellington), Graeme and Julia (Dunedin), Evan and Tricia (Invercargill), and Kathryn and Roger Patterson (Timaru); cherished Nana of Toni and Richard, Michael and Noelle, and Paul and TJ; Natalie and Alasdair, and Evan; Stephen and Lisa, Rebecca*, Alice and Jeremy, and Jeremy and Louise; Hannah and Nick; Mark and Jannah, James and Paisley, and Tom and Leena; and loved Great-Nana of her 23.5 great-grandchildren. Laurell was the loved daughter of Wyn* and Alice* Jackson, and loved sister and sister-in-law of Frank* and Christine*; Wensley* and Mavis* and Barbara*; and Jennifer and Jim Smith (Ranfurly). Laurell was also the loved sister-in-law of Dave* and Jean*; Jim* and Thelma*; and Alex* and Valda*; and the loved aunty of her nieces and nephews, A service for Laurell will be held at Trinity Church, College Rd, Timaru, on Wednesday, May 4, at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation. A special thanks to Laurell’s Strathallan and Highfield Rest Homes supportive carers over the past 7 years. Messages to 168 Douglas Street, Timaru 7910.
(*denotes deceased)

HAMPTON, Joe (John Edward Lawton):
Father of David, Nigel, and Jan.
Born May 17, 1946
Passed away April 11, 2022
Text or phone messages to 0273123263

HARVEY. Judith Ann (Formerly Clyma):
Passed away peacefully at Southland Hospital on Tuesday 19 April 2022, surrounded by her loving children, aged 85 years. Loved Mum and Mother-in-law of Steve and Katherine, Rick and April, Jonathan* and Edith-Jan, Cris and Diane, Sue and Gary, and Jeremy and Kirsty. Adored Nana of her 14 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. A celebration of Judith’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street Invercargill on Tuesday, 26 April at 2.00pm, the service will conclude with a private cremation. To access the livestream link of Judith’s service, please go to the Avenal Park Website, obituaries page and in Judith’s page, click on the link provided in grey. Judith will be at her home in Bourke Street, Invercargill from Saturday, 23 April for those who wish to visit. Messages to Judith’s Family, P O Box 1345, Invercargill 9840 or email [email protected] avenalpark.co.nz

HARVEY, Judith Ann:
Peacefully on Tuesday, April 19. Dearly loved daughter of Cecil* and Christina* Harvey, sister of Tony and Elaine, Jim* and Cecille Haley, Bill and Lenore, Denis and Pauline, Graham* and Linda King, and aunt of all her nieces and nephews.
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HUNT, Ena Joyce:
Passed away peacefully at Southland Hospital on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, surrounded by her loving family, aged 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Stan Hunt. Dearly loved mother to Tony, mother-in-law to Sandra, and aunt to all her nieces and nephews. Beautiful soul to all her friends. A memorial service to celebrate Ena’s life will be held in the Lindisfarne Methodist Church, 22 Lindisfarne Street, on Tuesday, April 26 at 10.00am. Messages to the “Hunt Family”, PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840. avenalpark.co.nz

JOHNSTONE, Jean Mary:
Peacefully in her sleep on Saturday 16th April 2022 at Vickery Court. Aged 97 years. Dearly loved wife of the late William. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Lorraine, Brian and Tui, Graeme and Gael (Perth), Ian and Noelene (Manapouri), Kaye and Ian Carr (Christchurch), Alastair and Jannette (Jerusalem). Much loved grandmother of Grant and Alice, Amy, Brad and Laura, Rachel, Hayley and Catherine, Sam and Rami. Special great grandmother to Rachel, Ella, Zac, and Fletcher. In accordance with Jean’s wishes a private service was held. The family would like to thank the staff of Vickery Court for their loving care of Jean. “My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and soul forever” Psalm 7 3:26.
Messages to 5 Fraser Street, Invercargill, or you can go to Jean’s tribute page at: https://mwfunerals.co.nz/s/jean

JONES, Annie Mary:
Peacefully on Thursday, 21 April 2022, aged 100 years. Loved wife of the late Ellis, Loved mother and mother-in-law of Pat and Allen*, Glenys and Lindsay*, Gwyneth and James*, Derek*, Valerie*, Jennifer and Noel, Sheila and Trevor, Elwyn and Lianne, Margaret and Murray, Martin and Roana. A loved nana and great-nana to all her grandchildren and dearly loved by her extended family. In accordance with Annie’s wishes, a private service has been held. A livestream link of Annie’s service is available. avenalpark.co.nz

JONES, Maureen Winifred Okeroa:
On Thursday, April 21, 2022, Maureen passed away peacefully, surrounded by loving members of her family. Funeral details to be advised. Messages to “The Family of Maureen Jones”, PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840. avenalpark.co.nz

KELLY, Annie Dorothy (Dorrie):
Wife of the late Leonard James Kelly. Died April 20, 2022, aged 90 years, at Vickery Court Invercargill. Mother and mother-in-law of Maureen and Grant (Auckland), Russell and Doreen (Henan’s Corner). Nana to Kolose and Brenda, Ioana and Joseph, Kelly and Chrissy (all of Auckland); Dale and Melissa (Centre Bush) and Lester and Nadia (Dunedin). Great-Nana to her 13 great-grandchildren. A special thank you to all the staff at Vickery Court for their care and kindness, also friends and neighbours. Dorrie’s final wishes have been met with a cremation attended by immediate family. Messages to 3 Dunmore Place, Winton 9720, or to Maureen [email protected], or on Dorrie’s tribute page at www.frasersfunerals/tributes.

KILKELLY, Lynley (Lynne) Marie (née Agnew):
On Wednesday, 20 April 2022 at home. Beloved wife of John Kilkelly and loved Mother of Brad Dixon (Invercargill) and sister of Roger (Brisbane), Bruce (Invercargill), and Paul (Dunedin). Loved daughter of the late Jock and Norma Agnew. Dearly loved sister-in-law of Mal and Jenny Kilkelly (Sydney) and Kristine Kilkelly (Wellington). Loved Aunt of Sarah Kilkelly, and Thomas Kilkelly (Sydney). Our heartfelt gratitude for the outstanding care and support provided by the staff of Hospice Southland and District Nurses. A Service to celebrate Lynne’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street on Wednesday, 27 th April at 10:00 am. Messages to the Kilkelly Family, PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840. avenalpark.co.nz

McCOY, Florence Naomi:
Passed away at Vickery Court Invercargill on Thursday, 14 April, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Ray and loved by her children Wayne* and Dianne*, Erin and Thomas Te Rauna, Raymond, David and Leonie, and Tony*. Many thanks to the carers at Walmsley House and a special thank you to the nurses and carers at the Vickery Court Hospital Unit for their care of Mum. You are all amazing.
Time sifts our friendship and our friends
For time alone can be the test, and with the passing of the years
We lose the false and keep the best
And when beyond the distant hills, the golden sun of the life descends
We find God’s greatest gift has been
The love of true and faithful friends
A private service has been held and Florence has been interred with her beloved Ray and Tony. Messages to 152 Herbert Street, Invercargill 9810 or to Florence’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

McLELLAND, William Graham (Graham):
Peacefully, at Southland Hospital, on Wednesday, 20 April 2022; aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of Marion, loved father and father-in-law of Bruce and Hinemoa (Gisborne), Susan and Roger, Judith and Russell, loved and respected Grandfather of Moana, Aaron, Emma, and the late Reiha; Kate, Michael, and Andrew. A service for Graham will be held in J Fraser and Sons’ Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, at 2pm on Saturday, 23 April. Private cremation to follow. Messages to Townhouse 77, 40 O’Byrne Street, Invercargill 9810.

PHILLIPS, Daniel Lloyd:
On Wednesday, April 20, 2022, after a short and courageous battle, with his daughter Jo by his side. Loved companion of Anne*. Dearly loved and respected Dad of Jo and Hamish Murie, Mike* and Jackie. GranDan of Lachlan, and Niall. FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS Special thanks to Hospice Southland for their wonderful care. At Daniel’s request, a private family service will be held. Tributes can be made online, through the Stuff Southland Times Death Notices website. Messages to 44 Palmer Street, Grasmere, Invercargill 9810.
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ROBERTSON, Alma Elsie:
18.05.1922 – 24.04.2021
A year has passed Mum since you left us.
Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us everyday,
Unseen, unheard but always near,
Still loved, still missed and still held so very dear.
– Brett, Catherine, and family.

ROBERTSON, Neil Alexander Ian:
Neil passed away at home in his 79th year. Now at peace with his adorable wife, the late June. Loved Dad of Jonathan, and Bradley and respected Dad-in-law of Jodi, and Amy. Adored Grandad of Jesse, Georgia, Harry, and Lockie. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Kevin and Ann, Joy and Ken, Shirley and Paul and brother-in-law of Bill and Louise, Lesley, and Robyn. A private family service will be held.

STADE, Alva Lynette (Lyn):
19/10/1945. – 21/04/2022, On Thursday 21 April 2022, at Calvary Hospital, Invercargill. Alzheimer’s lost its grip on Lyn.
Beloved Wife of Cyril, dearly loved Mother and Mother-in-Law of Nicola and Bryan Thomas, Adele and David Beck, Owen and Vicky Stade. Loved Grandmother of Joseph, James, and Holly. Loved Aunty of all her Nieces and Nephews. Grateful thanks to the wonderful staff at Calvary Hospital, the Access Team, and Vickery Court. A Service to celebrate Lyn’s life will be held in the Windsor Community Church, Windsor Street, Invercargill at 2:00pm on Tuesday 26 April 2022. Tributes may be left on Lyn’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a live stream of the service will also be available.

WOHLERS, John Francis (Herc):
Unexpectedly, at home. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Alan*, Brian, Eileen and David Gratton (UK), Kathleen and Lewis Pagan, Neil and Robyn, Robin and Lynn, Patricia (Pat), and Terence*. Dearly loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Funeral details to be advised. Messages to the Wohlers Family, PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840. avenalpark.co.nz

WOODS, Ann Lavinia (nee McKenzie):
In the loving care of Hospice Southland on Friday 22 April 2022; aged 70 years. Dearly loved partner and soulmate of Dave Fletcher (Fletch), a much loved mother and mother-in-law of Dwayne and Rachael, and Johny, much loved Granny Annie of Quade, Sara, Danika, and great Granny of Brax, much loved by extended family and friends. “Will be dearly missed” In accordance with Ann’s wishes a private service will be held. A special thanks to Hospice Southland and Amanda McCracken and her team at the Tuatapere Medical Centre. Messages to 23 Orawia Road Tuatapere 9620.
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In Memoriam

Acknowledgement

McFETRIDGE, Robert Andrew (Granda, Bob, Robbie):
Val, Rachel, Sarah, and families wish to sincerely thank all those who attended the service and those who supported from afar. We have been humbled by the visits, cards, flowers, food and ongoing support. Please accept this as our personal acknowledgement.

PATTERSON, Elizabeth Bevin (Betty) (nee Spence):
Formerly of Oreti Plains and Cromwell. In her 98th year. Betty passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at Frances Hodgkins Retirement Village, Dunedin, with her loving family by her side. Dearly loved and treasured wife of the late Lionel, dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Karen and John Reynolds (East Winton), Sandra and Keith Anderson (Christchurch), Fraser and Marlene Patterson (Cromwell), and treasured mother of Liz Patterson. Loved Nana of Mark and Justin Reynolds, Kimberley Dawson, Carly Wallace, Jane and Grant Anderson, Guy and Heidi-Marie Patterson, Hayley, Richard, Emma and Jordan Larkins and their partners, adoring ‘Nana Betty’, ‘Nana’ and ‘Old Nana’ of her 14 great-grandchildren.
Always welcoming and kind.
At peace with Lionel.
A very special thank you to all the staff and residents of Frances Hodgkins Retirement Village for their devoted and loving care and friendship of Betty. At Betty’s wish, a private family service is to take place. Messages to: 24B Orchard Place, Cromwell 9310.

SKERRETT, Carrol Anne:
Punou, Jasmine, Nikola and Hope along with our extended whanau, wish to sincerely thank everyone for their kind support during the unexpected and sad loss of Carrol, a dearly loved partner, mother, step-mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunty and friend. Thank you to the Tongan community for their huge support of our whanau, to Michael Skerrett for his guidance and Ngaire Cameron for delivering a beautiful service, to all who visited, provided food, sent cards, made phone calls, travelled great distances, and attended the services held to celebrate Carrol’s life. Your love and support is greatly appreciated. A special thank you to the Bluff Emergency Services along with Sandy, David and the team at McDonald and Western Funeral Home, for your care and support. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement from us all.
“Always in our memory.
Forever in Our Heart”