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ANDERSON, Dorothy (Topsy):
A Memorial Service for Topsy will be celebrated at The Winehouse, Gibbston, on her birthday, Sunday, July 11, 2021, at 2.00pm. Passed away April 25, 2020, during Covid. Turn off at the Kawerau Bungy Bridge and drive to end of carpark where the venue is located. Messages to raebob@xtra.co.nz

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AYDON, Maisie Jean (nee Lobb):
On June 30, 2021, peacefully at George Manning Retirement Village. Beloved wife of the late Albert (Alf), loved mother of Christopher and the late Colin. Sister of the late Mary and Clara. Loved Aunt of Lilian, great-Aunt of Tiana, and Kiri, family to Michael and Barbara, and Nana Maisie to Elizabeth.
At Rest
Messages 20 Gordon Avenue, Christchurch 8014. A special thanks to all the staff at George Manning. The funeral service will be held in St Mark’s Methodist Church, Somerfield and Barrington Streets, on Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at 1.30pm, thereafter interment in the Waimairi Cemetery.

BALL Charlee Hazel and Mackenzie Lou:
Born sleeping on June 20th 2021. Dearly loved, precious, and adored daughters of Cody and Lexi. Much anticipated twin sisters of Cooper.
Cherished grandaughters of Clark and Sue Whelan, Joann Ball, John and Andrena Hattrill, and Ann Prior.
Loved nieces of Mason and Moana Whelan, Josh and Samantha Whelan and Natasha Ball. A private service has been held.
Charlee and Mackenzie will be missed everyday, forever in our hearts.
Messages to 633 Tay Street Invercargill – Monarch Motel.

BURROWS, Edith Alice (nee Naylor, formerly Gutsell):
Passed peacefully at Ranui Rest Home, Alexandra on July 1, 2021. Dearly loved wife of Barry and the late Henry Gutsell, adored mother, mother-in-law and stepmother of John (Wanganui), Barbara and Keith Dickison (Alexandra), William and Ann (Nelson), Michael and the late Glenda (Invercargill), Brian and the late Robyn (Auckland), Leonie (Christchurch), Ken and Kath Burrows (Christchurch), the late Robin (Kumara), Andrew Burrows (Sydney), cherished grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. In lieu of flowers a donation may be left for the Staff of Ranui Rest Home. The family wish to extend their sincere thank you to the staff at Ranui Rest Home and the Ranfurly District Nurses for their kind care of Edith in her last years. A service to celebrate Edith’s life will be held in The Maniototo Presbyterian Church, 36 Northland Street, Ranfurly, on Tuesday, July 6, at 1.30pm, followed by an interment at The Ranfurly Cemetery. Messages to: 1 O’Neill Crescent, Alexandra 9320.

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DUDFIELD, Gifford James (Duffy) (Giffy):
Passed peacefully at Southland Hospital surrounded by family on Friday, 2 July 2021, in his 84 th year. Loved husband of Benita. Loved father and father-in-law of Kenneth and Leony, and Craig and Lorraine. Loved grandfather of Aidan, Maitrika, and Sambhara. Loved son of George* and Charlotte*. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Allan and Ruth, Margaret and Ross Ufton, Dale* and Miriam. Brother-in-law of Rose and Stuart* McNaughton, Kenneth (Joe) and Shirley Ward, Wayne and Judy Ward, also Wiki (big sister) and Wendy (little sister). Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews and loved by his extended family. A service to celebrate Gifford’s life will be held in the Riverton RSA, Palmerston Street, Riverton on Tuesday, 6 July at 11.00am, followed by a burial at the Orepuki Cemetery, arriving at approximately 1.30pm. Messages to 55 Towach Street, Riverton 9822.
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LEE, Gwendoline Christine (Gwen):
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Loved wife of the late Tom Lee (formerly of Te Anau). Loved mother of Vivien, Madeline, Rosemary, Kevin, Anthony, and Melva. Loved mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend of many. A service to celebrate Gwen’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, Cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill on Tuesday, July 6 at 2.00pm. Messages to 30 Hensley Street, Invercargill 9810 or to Gwen’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

LEIGH, Suzanne Marie (nee McLeod):
Formerly of Invercargill.
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Suzanne, she passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at Nurse Maude Hospice, Christchurch, surrounded by her loving family; aged 49 years. Loving wife of Chris, adored and devoted Mum of Savanna, Alani, and Jesse. Most dearly loved only daughter of Heather Murray (McLeod) and Maurice McLeod, and step-daughter of Carol. Very treasured sister of Darren. Loved granddaughter of Isabel* and Stan Murray*, and Ada* and Ray* McLeod. Much loved niece of Trevor*, Joy, and Fraser Murray, and Maureen and Ray McLeod. Special cousin of Tracey Ericson (Aus), Hamish and Greg McLeod. A Service to celebrate Suzanne’s life will be held at Harewood Memorial Gardens and Crematorium, Wilkinsons Rd, Harewood, Christchurch, on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at 1.30pm. Live-stream is available on request to: carpetclean@outlook.co.nz
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TAYLOR, Helen Janette:
Passed away peacefully on July 1, 2021, aged 78 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Cliff. Loved sister and sister-in-law of David, Merle and Clive and the late Valmai and Ian. Much loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Scott and Kathryn, Todd and Suzie and Kris. Special Nana of Oli, Ruby, Mia and Tori. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Sir Charles Upham for their loving care of Helen. Forever in our hearts.
In accordance with Helen’s wishes, a private service will be held. Messages to 28 O’Farrells Road, Rangiora RD1, 7471.

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WATTS, Anne (Annie):
Peacefully at her home in Roxburgh, on Tuesday, June 29, 2021, aged 86 years. Annie has found her wings after battling age-related illnesses. Will always be remembered and cherished by her family and friends.
Rest in peace beautiful lady
In accordance with Annie’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation to NZ Breast Cancer Foundation. Messages to 10 Glencoe Place, Hamilton 3200.

Acknowledgement

BRAND, William Nelson (Bill):
David, Kevin, Alan and their families would like to thank friends, family and colleagues for their love and support with their sad loss of Bill. Huge thanks for all the flowers, cards, messages, phone calls and food, they were really appreciated. Many thanks to the Mataura Medical Centre, The Hospice team and The District Nurses and carers that helped look after Bill and kept him comfortable at home. Thanks to the Mataura RSA for the venue for the service and the lovely afternoon tea. Also many thanks to Hammond Ryder Funeral Services for their guidance and support, and to Joann for taking the service. Please accept this as a personal thanks and acknowledgement.
“Gone to be with his Cobber, May he Rest in Peace”

BRETHERTON, Sidney (Sid):
Elva, Wendy, Paul, Fiona and families wish to express sincere thanks for the love, kindness and support we have received following the passing of our Beloved Sid after a long illness. A huge thank you to everyone for the beautiful flowers, cards, food, baking, visits and phone calls we received. In particular, if John and Judy Mumford could forward their address as would love to speak to them. Thank you to Nonie, Patricia and Tony for their support over the years which was much appreciated, together with Dr Kennedy and Gore Health who assisted whenever required. A special thanks to Nola Howden for conducting our Memorial Service (a celebration of Sid’s life) and to Hammond & Ryder for their professionalism at a very stressful time. Also, a big thank you to the ladies from Healthcare (Gore) who assisted us and supported us daily for over 10 years. Without them we could not have achieved such special care and dedication for Sid. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement of sincere thanks from us all.

HOOK, Peter John:
Lesley and family wish to thank our many family and friends who have supported us over the last few weeks. The love and care, the sympathy expressed in cards and letters, flowers, phone calls and food given were all very appreciated. It has helped us to know that others grieve with us, we are very grateful. A special thanks to Affinity Funeral Services. Many of our family and friends tuned into the streamed service and felt they had taken part in Peter’s farewell. Our thanks also to Damon, our vicar, and Dorothy, our organist at St Columba’s. Please accept this as a personal thank you from our family with our appreciation and gratitude.

McCULLOCH, Joan Ruby:
Barry, Wayne, Karen, Ross and families, wish to convey their sincere thanks to everyone for the flowers, phone calls, cards, visits, messages and food we received on the passing of our loved Mum. Your support was amazing and very much appreciated by us all. Heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff at Cargill Lifecare for the kindness and compassion shown to Mum and the family during this time. A big thank you to J Fraser & Sons Funeral Home for the wonderful care you took of Mum and the incredible support the family received from you. We would also like to express our appreciation and wholehearted thanks to Lynley McKerrow for the wonderful service to celebrate Mum’s life and her fantastic support to the family. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgment.

McHARDY, Margaret Joy:
Margaret’s family wish to thank all of the kind people who sent flowers and cards after Margaret’s passing. All were very much appreciated.

McMANUS, Bradley Shane:
We would like to thank you all for your aroha, support and mahi. Sincere appreciation to Kaumatua Jack Tawhai, Whanau and friends, Shane’s bro’s, Whanau Ora, The Hub, Medical Centre Milton, Ministry of Social Development, Oranga Tamariki, Cancer Society, Otago Hospice, Kaka Point, Leishman Funerals, St John, Air New Zealand, Occupational Therapy Clutha, Community Nurses Milton (amazing), Auckland and Dunedin DHB, and Shane’s Iwi. Special thanks to Toko Mouth Milton. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement of our appreciation.
– Adrienne, Roxanna, Leroy, Lynette, Pierre, Tracey, Amanda and extended Whanau.
‘Ahakoa he iti he pounamu’

MILNE, Michael William:
Suzanne and Emma wish to thank family and friends for the support, messages, visits, food and cards they received. Special thanks to all who attended and contributed in making Michael’s farewell memorable. We also wish to thank the Kew Medical Ward, Southland Hospice, Western Southland District Nurses and MacDonald & Western for their care and compassion. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgment of our sincere appreciation.

ROBERTSON, Janette (Jan):
9.3.36 – 30.4.21
Craig, Nichola, Jocelyn and families want to say thank you to those who attended Jan’s funeral, and those who donated to Starship Hospital; to Gleniti Baptist Church and Mainland Funerals; to Dr. Hilliker and Wood Street Surgery, especially Kirsty and Kim, for their faithful care over 50 years; to those who have shown kindness, love and concern over the past weeks; and for flowers, cards, food, phone calls and visits. Thank you to those who kept in contact with Jan. Friends and family, young and old, were always welcome and she loved you all. How very blessed we are to have had Jan in our lives.
‘Until we meet again
may God hold you
in the palm of His hand.’

In Memoriam

GILLESPIE, Donald:
2 May 1951 – 4 July 2018
Just as you were you will always be loved and remembered every day.
– Love from Joan xo

RUDOLPH, Caroline Josephine:
11.01.1957 – 04.07.2020
A year has passed,
Missing you every day,
We will always remember our loving Carol,
Rest in Peace with Mum and Dad.Love – Eva, Josie, Kevin, Maria, and families.

Funeral Notices – Saturday 3rd July

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