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BLAIR, David Thompson:
Two years now since we said goodbye,
Cherished memories of a devoted loving Dad and Grandad,
We miss your shoulder to lean on,
Your love and advice,
But most of all,
We just miss you.
“With love always”
– Jason, Kerry, Shaun, Julian and families.

BLYTH, Hazel Ann:
Peacefully surrounded by her loving family, at Hospice Southland on February 23, 2022, aged 74 years. Loved daughter of the late Jim and Maaki Duff. Cherished wife and best friend of Peter. Loving mother and mother in-law of Tania and Marcus Swan, Michelle and David Deepak, PJ Blyth and Steph Freeman, Jay and Sarahjane, Roeli and David Fallow. Loved Nana and Tawa of her 12 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Moira and Richard, Vivienne and Michal, David, Trish, the late Judy, and Robert.
“Friend to Many”
A private family service has been held. A Memorial gathering to celebrate Hazel’s life will be held at 290 Bain Street, Clifton, Invercargill, on March 5, 2022, at 2.00pm. Due to COVID 19, restrictions on the gathering will apply, a vaccine pass will be required to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland would be appreciated. Messages to 121 McQuarrie Street, Invercargill, or you can go to Hazel’s tribute page at: https://mwfunerals.co.nz/s/hazel

CHAMBERLAIN, Stanley Mervyn (Stan):
30.8.1933 – 12.2.2022
Passed peacefully in his sleep. Much loved husband of Shirley and a much loved Dad, Grandad and Great-Grandad. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Cyril* and Colleen Chamberlain (Hastings), Marie and Lew McCallum (Cromwell), Charlie and Dorothy Chamberlain (Mataura), and Bev Morris (Riverton). A private cremation has been held. (*denotes deceased).

CRANFIELD, David Henry (Crun):
On February 20, 2022. Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital after a short but courageous battle with Motor Neurone disease, aged 85 years. Loving husband of Diane, loved father and father-in-law of Jodie and Stu, Scott and Carla. Loved Grunda and Grandad of Ollie and Charlie; and Ben and Mea. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Val and the late Geoff Cranfield. Many thanks to the staff of Ward 1 Ashburton Hospital who took amazing care of David in his last days and Raewyn and Kate from MND. In lieu of flowers donations to Motor Neurone Disease NZ can be made on line at MND.org.nz. Messages to the Cranfield family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. At Dave’s request a private cremation has been held.

DOWLING,  Beverley June (Bev):
Passed away peacefully at her home in Richmond, surrounded by her family, on Friday, February 18, 2022. Aged 74 years. Dearly loved wife of Brian for 53 years, loved mother of Angela and Michelle, and mother-in-law of James and Vuniani. Adored Nanna of TJ and Alma. A private celebration of Bev’s life was held this week. In lieu of flowers donations to the Nelson Tasman Hospice in memory of Bev would be appreciated and these can be made online
www.nelsonhospice.org.nz/donations/donate-funds/Messages can be sent to Bev’s family, c/- 164 Tahunanui Drive, Tahunanui, Nelson 7011.

ELLIOT, Frances Anne:
Passed away on February 20, 2022; aged 75 years. Beloved and devoted mother and mother-in-law of Andrew and Brigette, Michelle and Kingsley; doting nana of Jessica and Kieran, Phoebe and Astrid. Cherished youngest sister of Mavis, Ross and Beth.
Forever in our hearts.
In lieu of flowers, donations to RNZSPCA would be appreciated. Messages to the Elliot family, c/o PO Box 111-01, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch 8443. In keeping with Fran’s wishes, a private cremation will be held.

JOHNSTON, Valda Elizabeth:
(Of Waikaka Valley) Peacefully at Hospice Southland, on Thursday, February 17, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Lindsay, much loved mother of Dyanne (Australia). In accordance with Valda’s wishes a private graveside service has been held. Messages to [email protected]

LEVAY, Joszef (Joe):
With much sadness, surrounded by family, on Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Ranui Rest Home in Alexandra, aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of Faye for 63 years, loved father and father-in-law of Jozsef (Jack) and Winnie (Sydney), Shari and David Kay-Smith (Alexandra), Paul and Christine (Lumsden), dearly devoted Grandad of Jodie, Courtney; Makea and Mason, totally devoted Grandad of all his great-grandchildren. Loved brother-in-law of Buzz and Carol Smith, Glenda and Jack* Buckley, Bob and Melva* Telfer, Steve and Trish Robinson, Ian*, and Owen*.
“Rest in Peace.
Will love you forever, Faye”
A private family farewell for Joe has been held, followed by cremation. Messages to 28A Killarney Street, Alexandra 9320. (*denotes deceased).

McCABE, Joy (nee White):
Peacefully after a short illness, on Friday, February 25, 2022, at Southland Hospital, aged 82 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Terry. A much loved mother and mother-in-law of Karen and Kevin Watson, Trish and Steve Gooding, Jude, Paul and Eileen, Maurice and Michelle Paterson, Theresa and Darryl Shirley, Brendon and Kellie, Catherine and Aaron Lindsay, Keiran and Michelle, Ange and Mark Chamberlain and loved friend of Michele Russell. Loved daughter of Bert* and Beanie* and loved oldest sister and sister-in-law of Murray*, Owen*, Colleen and Rex*, Philip* and Penny, Graham and Shelley, Maree and Graeme and the late Alan. Dearly loved daughter-in-law of Michael* and Katie* and sister-in-law of Pat* and Phil, Bill* and Janet*, Marie*, Michael*, John* and Betty*, Brian* and Pearl, Anna and Bill, and Yvonne and Jim. Dearly loved Aunty Joy.
“Safe in her darling’s arms.”
R.I.P.
A Requiem Mass for Joy will be held in the Sacred Heart Church, North Road, Invercargill on Tuesday, March 1, time to be advised. There will be a livestream link available to view the Mass in the Sacred Heart School Hall. Vaccine passes will be required to attend. You are also warmly invited to join the Mass, via the livestream link available on the Avenal Park website, obituaries page. The Rosary will be recited at Sacred Heart Church, Invercargill, on Monday, February 28, at 7.00pm. Messages to 307A North Road, Invercargill 9810.
(*denotes deceased)

SMITH, Ruth Olive (nee Joseph):
Peacefully after a long illness, Ruth passed away at home, Mataura, on Saturday, February 19, 2022 with her loving family by her side. Dearly loved mum and best friend of Allan Joseph, Bevan, Kara, Turiana, Riki Joseph, and the late Lana-Marie, and their partners. Much loved nana and great-nana of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and loved by all her extended family.
“Finally at rest, Mum ~
you will never be forgotten”
In accordance with Ruth’s wishes a private service has been held at the Mataura Cemetery. A special thanks to the staff of the Mataura Medical Centre, Gore Hospital, Gladys, and Doug for the wonderful care given to Ruth. Messages to 8 Bangor Street, Mataura 9712.

THOMSON, Bruce Magnus:
BT3363 Constable BM Thomson 973032 NZ Army CMT.
Aged 85 years young. Passed away on Friday, February 18, 2022, at home with his family by his side. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Maggie. Loved dad and step-dad of Wayne and Linley, Cary and Lisa, Grant and Hannah; Glen and Nicola Graham, Steve and Jenny Graham. Dearly loved grandad, great-grandad and best mate to all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and friend to many.
‘It’s not goodbye, we will meet you again’
In accordance to Bruce’s wishes a private family graveside service has been held at Charlton Park Cemetery. Special thanks to Hospice Southland, District Nurse’s and the RSA for the exceptional care you have shown to Bruce. Messages to 30 Halton Street, Gore 9710.

WEST, Michael James:
Passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Son of Rosalind and James West. Brother of Merline, Georgina, Pauline, Linda, Brenda, Robyn, Raewyn and Donna. Loving father of Cris, Aaron, Helen, Steve, Heidi, Phil, Pete, and Dave, and all of his Grandies. A Graveside service will be held at Riverton Cemetery on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at 11.00am.
Moe Mai ra Grandie xx

Acknowledgement

HYDE, Graeme Anthony:
Lesley, Gary and Frankie, Craig and Cindy, and their families, wish to thank everyone for the support and kindness extended to us during and after Graeme’s passing. Thank you all for your messages, cards, beautiful flowers, baking and meals. All were gratefully received. We were in contact with so many special people during Graeme’s journey who helped make a difference. Kim Snoep, District Nurses, Julie, Hospice Southland, Haidee and Moose just to name a few. We look forward to sharing memories of Graeme at a memorial when restrictions lift. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement of thanks to everyone.

In Memoriam

PHILLIPSON, George Ernest:
9.3.1931 – 26.2.2015
Dad,
Together life was bright each day,
A parting seemed so far away.
You left a place no one can fill,
We miss you Dad and always will.
– Lyn, Ryan and family

PHILLIPSON, George Ernest:
9.3.1931 – 26.2.2015
No matter how we spend our days, no matter what we do,
No morning dawns or evening falls when we don’t think of you.
– Nola Phillipson and family

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