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ALEXANDER, Andrew James:
On Wednesday, October 27, 2021, peacefully in his sleep at Summerset Rest Home in Palmerston North; aged 50 years. Much loved son of Vivian and the late Margaret. Loved brother of Beth Berkahn and the late Julian. Loved brother-in-law of Matt Berkahn, and loved uncle of Aidan Berkahn. Loved nephew of Warwick Hobbs and his family. All messages C/- 75 Clifton Terrace, Palmerston North 4410. Friends are invited to attend a graveside service for Andrew at Green Park Cemetery, 440 Brighton Road, Waldronville, Dunedin, on Wednesday, November 2, 2021, at 11.00am. If wet the service will be held at the same time at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin.

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BOTHERWAY, Gary John:
29.11.1983 â?? 27.10.2021
After a tragic accident at Greenhills, Bluff. Loving partner of Kerry, much loved Dad of Lukas, Remy and step-dad of Jaiden. Loved son of Christine (Timaru), Bryan and Rhonda (Auckland), dearly loved brother of Matthew and Roanna (Christchurch), Kayla and Josh Thomas (Auckland), Devon and Ryan (Auckland), and crazy fun Uncle Gary to Ella, Meisha, Ayla and Lennon. A memorial service for Gary will be held at Southern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, on Monday, November 1, at 2.00pm, followed by light refreshments. Messages to 7a Factory Road, Belfast, Christchurch 8051. Livestream link-https://livestream.com/accounts72885/garybotherway

CARRAN, Hilda Margaret (Peg) (nee Stewart):
Late of Lintley and Arrowtown, passed away peacefully at the Glenwood Retirement Home, Timaru, on Tuesday, October 26, 2021; aged 96. Loved wife of the late John MacKay Carran. Loved mother of Patricia, Marilyn and John (Noel) and loved Nana of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Because of Covid restrictions a private service for Peg has been held. A special thank you to the staff at Glenwood Retirement Home for their wonderful care and support for Peg as from March 2019. Messages to the Carran family c/- 50 Kitchener Square, Timaru 7910.

CULL, Richard Thomas Fredrick:
On Wednesday October 27, 2021 at Dunedin Public Hospital, late of Milton, aged 95. Loved husband of the late Daphne. Loved father and father-in-law of Noeline and Bob Ellis (Greymouth), Rowena and Kevin Hayes (Auckland), Esmey and ‘Fletch’ Fletcher (Clinton), Max and Angela Cull (Blenheim). Loved grandfather and great-grandfather. A private cremation has been held.

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ERSKINE, Jamie Douglas (Dougie):
Suddenly on Tuesday, 26th October 2021, aged 41 years. Dearly loved husband of Minessa and much adored father of Zeke, and Maddy. Dearly loved son of Doug and Carol Erskine and son-in-law of Neil and Judy Allison. A loved brother and brother-in-law of Petrina and Regan, and Callum and Cindy. Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews and a great mate to all his friends. Due to covid restrictions a private service to celebrate Jamie’s life will be held on Monday, 1 November at 11:00am, you are welcome to watch the service via the livestream link https://livestream.com/accounts72885/jamieerskine. Messages to 428 Papatotara Road, RD 1, Tuatapere.
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HANDS, Ngaire Linda (nee Thompson):
Passed away peacefully at her home in Stoke, Nelson on Wednesday, October 27, 2021; aged 97 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Bruce for 64 years. Precious mother of Rosalyn and Nigel. Mother-in-law of Christine. Loving grandma of Ben and Liz. Especially grateful aunt of Julia and Jerry. Friend to many especially when starting Community Potters and at St Stephen’s op shop in Tahunanui. We would like to thank all who gave outstanding care to Ngaire, especially Carolyn Saved from Access for a number of years, Dr Joseph Hassan and his team, the marvellous Nelson Hospice staff, Susan Michell and Susan Arrowsmith at Age Concern and Annette and her Access team who helped make Ngaires last days comfortable. Messages to The Hands Family C/- 32 Exeter Street, Stoke, Nelson 7011. A memorial gathering will be held at Marsden Cemetery with details to be advised.

HODGES, Leslie Frank (Les):
On October 27, 2021, suddenly at Dunedin Hospital; aged 81 years. Beloved husband of the late Marianne, dearly loved father of Paul, Michael, Nicola, Barry, Danelle, Shannon and their partners, much loved Grandad to his 15 grandchildren and 4 1/2 great-grandchildren.
He sleeps in the Lord awaiting the resurrection call.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, November 1. Messages to 14 Rotoiti Street, Maia, Dunedin 9022 or nicola.m.roberts1967@gmail.com or on Les’ page at www.tributes.co.nz

HUMPHRIES, Winsome Helen:
Peacefully, on Tuesday, October 26, 2021; aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Bruce, loved mother and mother-in-law of Warwick and Vicki, Malcolm and Judy, Boyd* and Jan, Leigh and Lyndon, Hunter and Meg, and a much loved Nana to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A celebration of Winsome’s life will be held at Edendale Presbyterian Church, Brydone Street, Edendale, on Saturday, November 13, at 11.00am, followed by interment at Edendale Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wyndham Community Rest Home are appreciated (givealittle.co.nz/case/winsome-humphries). Messages to warwickh123@gmail.com. Livestream link
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JONES, Rata Louise:
Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Peacehaven Village, Iona Wing. On Thursday October 29, 2021. Aged 92 years. Loved wife of Bill*. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Robin*, Lindsay and Joy, Julie and Peter Jackson. Special Nan and great Nan of Kelly and Thomas, and Emily; Leah; Blake; Ben, Georgia and Teddy; Steven and Olivia; Daniel and Dominic. Special ‘mum’ of David and his family. ‘Rata was a very special aunt to all her nieces and nephews.
JONES, Rata Louise: A private service for mum was held on Friday October 29. A celebration of her life will be advised at a later date. Special thanks to all the staff at Iona for all the care, love, and laughter that mum received from you all. Tributes may be left on Rata’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes. Messages to Julie, 20 Brisbane Street, Queenstown 9300.

LEE, Marilyn Anne:
25.4.1938 – 25.10.2021
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marilyn after a short illness. Loved and adored wife of Alister. Loved and respected mother and mother-in-law to Michael and Kerry; Stephen and Shelley; Carolyn and Jamie. Beloved grandmother and great-grandmother to Casey, Anna-lee, and George, Regan and Magz, and Maz, Bethany and Will, Tegan, Sam, and Elliot, Joel, and Levi, Jessica and Tony, Sam and Olivia, Hamish, and Olivia.
“She who plants a garden plants happiness”
At Marilyn’s wishes a private family service has been held. Messages to Box 5, Balfour 9779, or to Marilyn’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz

MCINTOSH, Louisa Evelyn. (nee Herman):
Peacefully after a short Illness at Vickery Court, on Saturday 23rd October 2021 in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Jim. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Wayne and Mary. Loved aunty to all her nephews and nieces. As to Louisa’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place.
“The family thank the staff at Vickery Court for their love and care of mum while she was there”. Messages to “McIntosh Family’ PO Box 632, Invercargill. https://mwfunerals.co.nz/

McCAUGHAN, Beverley June (Bev):
(formerly of Tapanui). On October 29, 2021, in care at Leslie Groves Hospital, Dunedin; aged 88 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Brian, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Wayne and Caroline (Niue), Mark and Cathy, Trish and Rodney Flannery, loved Grandma of Samuel, Ryan and Kirsty, Jesse and Hannah; Hayden and Alice, and Nathan and Sophie, loving and proud Great-Grandma, loved sister and sister-in-law of “wee brother” Murray and Bev Thompson, loved sister-in-law of all of Brian’s family, loved Aunt, cousin, and fondly remembered by Susan. Family thank the staff of Redwood Unit, Leslie Groves Hospital and Queen Rose Retirement Home. A service for Bev will be held in Hope and Sons Chapel, 523 Andersons Bay Road, Dunedin, at 2.00pm on Wednesday, November 3, followed by private cremation. Due to Covid restrictions numbers attending will be limited to 100. Please register your attendance by contacting Hope and Sons at 034555074. Messages to 13 Orchard Grove, East Taieri 9024 or leave a message on Bev’s page at
www.tributes.co.nz where you can also access a link to livestream the service if you wish.

McGREGOR, Neil Davidson (Teal):
24 August 1949 –
25 October 2021
(Formerly from Bluff).
Peacefully after a long battle with ill health in Melbourne. Beloved husband of Brenda loved Dad of Lee-Anne,Selina and Sheree and step-fatherof Natasha and Amanda. Youngest son of Peter and Esther (deceased), and loved brother of Greg, Richard and Marion. Loved uncle to all his nephews and nieces. Cousin to Leila Stokes. Messages to 166 Wilcox Road. Memorial details to follow.

STEWART, Mark Richard:
Suddenly at home in Arrowtown on Sunday, October 24, 2021. Soulmate and best friend to Kim, the most wonderful father to Sam and Marcia, father-in-law to Penny and Will. Aaru’s beloved Bopa. Much loved son of Ron and the late Anne Stewart. Loved brother to Jenny, Peter, Geoff and brother-in-law to Dave and Jill. Loved uncle to Millie, Sophie, Jimmy, Tom and Matt. A private family cremation has taken place, a gathering will be held for Mark when his Darl, Marcia, returns from the UK. Messages to 58 Norfolk Street, Arrowtown 9302.

WARE, George Brent:
On October 22, 2021, in Christchurch surrounded by loving family. Dearly beloved husband and soulmate of Shirley for 53 years, dearly loved father of Kim, Craig, Stephen and Nicola, loved father-in-law of David and Shane, much loved and adored Pa of Georgia, Joshua and Lucas; Lily, Mia and Arabella. Dearly loved son of the late Marion (Maisie) and George Ware; much loved brother and brother-in-law of Del (dec) and Vern Tuck, Alan (dec) and Lisa, Graham (dec). Dearly loved son in-law of the late Ethel and Basil Reid; much loved brother in-law of Basil (dec) and Valerie Reid, Mary and Gerry Barson, Marlene and Lorry Te-Pana, Rosemary and Mickey (dec) McLaughlin, John (dec) and Jane Reid, Michael Reid (dec), dear friend to Cathy Reid and a much loved uncle of his many nieces and nephews. George will be so sadly missed by his loving family, friends, and neighbours who enjoyed stopping for a chat while he worked in his beloved garden. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late George Ware, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In accordance with George’s wishes, a private service has been held.
May the road rise to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face. And rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, may God hold you and keep you safe.

WILSON, William (Keith):
RNZNVR, Reg. 106133. Peacefully, on Wednesday, October 27, 2021; in his 94th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Margaret, much loved Dad of Janice and Lee (Clydevale), Lynda and John (Dunedin), a proud and loving Grandad of Philippa and Rym; Sonya and Greg; Matt and Annie; Blair, and Andrew. Doting and loved Great-Grandad of Cooper, Addi, and Taite; Benji, Maisie, and Jimmy; Archie, Reeva, and Judd. A loved uncle of the Wilson and Roy families, and cousin of Josie McKenzie. Our grateful thanks to those who cared for Keith in Dunedin and at Clutha Views. A celebration of Keith’s life will be held on Monday, November 1, 2021, at 1.30pm at Leishman’s Chapel, 12 James Street, Balclutha, followed by private cremation. Messages to 1975 Clydevale Road, 4 RD, Balclutha.

Acknowledgement

DEVON, Lavinia Te Rua Huihui (nee Houpapa):
Bernard, Michael and Glennise, Edmund, Moana, and families, wish to sincerely thank everyone for their kindness and support. Thank you to those who sent flowers and cards, those who made phone calls, baked and bought food. Special thanks to the District Nurses, Carers and staff at Southland Hospital who assisted with Lavinia’s care. Thank you to Alf Payne, Val Blair and Heather Matthews for your guidance. Please accept this as a personal thank you from us all.

ROFF, Dawn Margaret:
1.4.1933 -12.10.2021
John and Tamai, together with their families wish to convey our sincere thanks for your kind words, support, beautiful cards and flowers following the loss of our much-loved Mum, Grandmère, Great-Grandmère, sister, sister-in-law, Aunt and friend.
“A long life well lived,
now at peace dancing queen”.

TOWNSON, Maureen:
Maureen’s family wish to thank you all for the kindness and sympathy shown to us on the passing of our beautiful lady Maureen, our Mum, Grandma and great-Grandma. Thank you also for the cards, calls, messages, flowers, food and baking. It was all very much appreciated. We would also like to extend thanks to the Caregivers, District Nurses and Hospice Southland Team for their support, care and kindness given to Maureen and ourselves. Please accept this as a personal thank you from all of us.

Funeral Notices – Saturday 30th October

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