Funeral Notices – Saturday 31st August

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CLISSOLD, William (Tony).
Peacefully at Lakes District Hospital on Wednesday, August 28, 2019. Loved husband, father, father-in-law and grandfather to Jill; Nicola and Thomas, Benjamin and Aimee; Carne and Jane, Helena, and Liam; and the late Hamish. Loved brother of Margaret (Perth). Private cremation. A memorial gathering to be advised later this year. Messages only to 113 Waikaka Road, RD5, Gore 9775.

HOWIE, Julia Mary (Sheila) (nee O’Neill).
Of Mosgiel, formerly of Milton and Invercargill. On July 23, 2019, unexpectedly, but peacefully, at Dunedin Hospital, surrounded by her loving family; aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Andy, beloved mother and mother-in-law of Anne* and Tom Hau, Joyce and Graeme Philip, Neil and Di*, and Wendy. Much loved Nana of her 6 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and 1 great- great-grandchild. The interment of Sheila’s ashes will take place on Saturday, September 7, at 1.30pm at Southland Crematorium, Rockdale Road, Invercargill. (*denotes deceased)

LAING, Naomi Mary.
Peacefully on August 28, 2019 at Gore. Dearly beloved wife of the late John Britton (Brit) Laing, wonderful mother of Janice and Tony Mearns (Gore), John and Jane Laing (Blenheim), James Laing (Alexandra), Super-Gran of Abby and Claudio (Tuscany), Matthew (Sydney), Kristy and Warrack McKenzie (Waikoikoi), Melanie and Blair McKenzie (Knapdale), Jennifer and Jules Kolk (Blenheim), Elizabeth and Andrew Gough (Little River), Mark and Gemma Laing (McKay), Paul and Emily (Poole, UK), dearly loved Great-Gran of Mattia, and Noah; Ella, Riley, and Dominic; Clay, and Darcey; Mikey, and baby Sienna, loved sister and sister-in-law of Douglas* and Elsie* Kilgour, Jim* and Kathleen Kilgour, and Margaret Pratt. (*denotes deceased)
A celebration of Naomi’s life will be held in Hope and Sons Chapel, 523 Andersons Bay Road, Dunedin, at 3.00pm on Tuesday, September 3, followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to Stroke Foundation NZ would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 12 Vera Street, Gore 9710, or leave a message on Naomi’s page at www.tributes.co.nz “A good scout at Rest”

LEWIS, Irene Louisa (nee Joy).
Passed away peacefully, after a short illness, at Windsor Park Care Home, on Thursday, August 29, 2019, in her 72nd year. Cherished wife of the late Peter, loved mother, mother-in-law and Nana of Paul and Margaret, and Phillip (Invercargill); Annette Black, and Matthew (Gore). A service to celebrate the life of Irene will be held in Southern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, on Monday, September 2, at 1.30pm, then leaving for Charlton Park Cemetery. Messages to 7 Walker Street, Gore 9710.

McBAIN, Ethne Ann (nee Maclean).
Lovingly surrounded by family at Strathallan Life Care on August 25, 2019, aged 91 years. Treasured wife of the late Stan. Adored Mum and mother-in-law of Linda and Chris Simpson and John. Cherished nana of Jemma. At Ethne’s request, a private service has been held. A very special thanks to the staff of Highfield Rest Home, Talbot Park, Glenwood Rest Home and Strathallan Life Care for their kindness and support. Messages to McBain Family, 278 Wai-iti Rd, Glenwood, Timaru 7910.

McKENZIE, Beverley Anne (nee Barrow).
On Wednesday, August 28, 2019, in her 80th year. Peacefully and courageously at home surrounded by family. Loved and devoted wife and friend of Robert (Dexter) for over 61 years. Cherished mother and friend of Anne-Marie and Darryl Tamblyn, Rosemary and Trevor Stevens, Nicolas and Anna McKenzie, Libby and Roger Mariu, Simon and Stephanie McKenzie, Sonya and Alex Dickson, Nathan and Kate McKenzie, and Brendan McKenzie. Extra special friend and mentor of Rachael Neuman. Adored grandmother of 22, great-grandmother of 12 and two bumps. In keeping with Bev’s wishes a private family service has been held. Special thanks to Dawn from West Otago Health and Heather from Hospice Dunedin for their support.

PETERSON, Patricia Mary (Trish).
Peacefully at home surrounded by family on Friday, August 30, 2019; aged 67 years. Dearly loved and cherished by all her family, Robyn, Shane, Mandy and Gideon, Keriana, Aneisha, Destiny, Mya, Maui, Greer, Anaru, Kahn, Kylo, and baby; a loved sister and aunty. A service for Trish will be held in the St Patrick’s Catholic Church, Rimu Street, Invercargill, on Monday, September 2, at 11.00am. Interment to follow at the Tuatapere Cemetery arriving at approximately 2.00pm. Messages to 210 Nelson Street, Invercargill. avenalpark.co.nz

PIRINI, Mateka Dawn (nee Anglem).
Peacefully at home on Thursday, August 29, 2019. In her 80th year. Loved by all her whãnau and mokopuna. She will be resting at Murihiku Marae, 408 Tramway Road, until 10.00am on Saturday, August 31, 2019. We will then depart for Te Hapa o Niu Tireni Marae, Huirapa Road, Temuka. Mateka will be laid to rest at her final destination with her tupuna at Arowhenua Urupã. The service will commence on Monday, September 2, 2019, at 11.00am. mwfunerals.co.nz

WILD, Alida Maria (Marianne).
Of Cromwell, passed peacefully at Dunstan Hospital on August 22, 2019, aged 55 years. Dearly loved wife of Trevor, adored mother of Tim and Marcia, cherished grandmother Jordan and Felix. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Marianne’s carers, Colleen (dear friend), Sharon, Lynda, Fiona, Hillary, Claire, Gayle, Carey and Alice. As per Marianne’s wishes a private service has been held. Messages to: 18 Quarry Court, Cromwell 9310. Cared for by Affinity Funerals Central Otago & Lakes District F.D.A.N.Z.

Acknowledgement

BAKKER, Leendert (Lane).
Mattie, Ron, David, Patricia, Gillian and their families wish to express their heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported us with their kindness and expressions of sympathy during the sad loss of a loved Husband, Father, Father-in-law, Grandad and Opa. To those who have visited, sent lovely cards with their lovely messages, beautiful flowers, food and baking, a big thank you. A special thank you to Jill Ridden for your guidance, kindness and thoughtfulness. It was a very special farewell. To the staff of the Medical Ward at Southland Hospital, a big thank you for your care of Lane. Thank you to Darrin and the team at J Fraser & Sons for your guidance and support. Please accept this as our personal acknowledgment to you all.