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BURTON, Janice Mary (nee BERGIN):
Of Invercargill. Passed away peacefully at Peacehaven surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, aged 84 years. Dearly loved and cherished wife of the late Kevin. Much loved and respected mother and mother-in-law of Wayne and Jo-anne Burton (Christchurch), Mark and Nadia Burton (Invercargill), the late Michael, Lester and Sonja Burton (Rolleston), Brent and Annette Burton (Upper Hutt), Claire McDonald and Todd Utteridge (Invercargill), Phil and Michelle Burton (Rolleston). Loved and treasured Nana of Ryan, Aaron, and Ethan; Daniel, and Loren; Rosie, and Victoria; Oliver, and Charlotte; Hannah, Ainsley, and Jacob; Heath, and Isaac. A private service for Jan was held at St Theresa of Lisieux, Invercargill followed by a committal at Roxburgh Cemetery on Friday, 3 December. Special thanks to the compassionate and caring staff at Peacehaven. Messages to: PO Box 508, Invercargill 9840 “Forever loved and remembered”

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BURTON, Janice Mary (nee BERGIN):
Of Invercargill. Passed away peacefully at Peacehaven surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 aged 84 years. Dearly loved daughter of John*and Johanna*Bergin of Christchurch. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Helen*and George*McInroe, Ikamatua, John and Sue Bergin, Greymouth. Loved auntie to all her nieces and nephews. R.I.P.

CAVANAGH, Nina Millicent:
(Formerly of Dipton) (Reg No. 823145, WAAC). On November 27, 2021, passed away peacefully at Woodcote Retirement Village, Christchurch, in her 99th year. Beloved wife of the late Jack. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Robin and Meg, Ken and Joy, Gary and Norma, Russell and Paulette, Donna and Hugh, Sue and Greg. Treasured and much loved Nana and great-Nana of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Messages may be addressed to 5 Michelangelo Drive, Rolleston, Christchurch 7614. In accordance with Nina’s wishes, a private family farewell has been held.

DUFF, Patricia Ann (nee Tall):
Passed peacefully on November 15, 2021, with her family by her side. Beautiful wife of Roly for 64 years, adored mother to Barbara, 2nd mum to Brian (Queenstown), much loved mother to Ross and his partner Louise (Brisbane). Dedicated Nan to Mitch, Makayla and Reid Chisholm, Jack and Anna, Kate and Andrew Wheadon (Brisbane). Big Nan to Harley Chisholm, Grand Nan to William and Archer (Brisbane). Long-time friend to Linda. In her 87th year. A private family service has been held. Messages to 8 Schist Lane, Cromwell 9310.

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HEANEY, David Ian:
12.3.1944 to 26.11.2021
Passed away at Pindara Hospital, Queensland, after a short battle with cancer and has been cremated. Father and grandfather of Megan and family. Brother and friend of John and Gowan and family, Michael and Carolyn and family. Private service at a later date.

MANIAPOTO, Jesse Ranui:
Unexpectedly, on Tuesday, November 30, 2021, aged 20 years. Dearly loved son of Brian and Michelle of Gore, loved brother of Cory, Jade, Destiny, Aaliyah, Kyla, and loved Uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A graveside service for Jesse will be held at Charlton Park Cemetery, Bowmar Road, Gore, on Monday, December 6, at 2.00pm, followed by refreshments at Brian and Michelle’s home to share further memories of Jesse. Messages to 5 Sword Street, Gore 9710.

ST CLAIR, Phillip David:
On November 29 2021 , Phillip passed away peacefully at 53 years young with his family at his side. He was a dearly loved father and father-in-law of Crystal and Stu , Becky, and Anthony. Loved Grandad of Maddie, Lachlan, Trevor. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Susan and Warren, Louise and Sione, Jackie*, Malcolm*, David*, and Karen. Son of Raima* and David*, and step son of Gilbert Blue*. Loved Uncle of all his Nieces and Nephews. ST CLAIR, Phillip David: At Phillips request a funeral has been held. All messages to Crystal 208 Oteramika Road Invercargill 9871.

In Memoriam

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BARNES, Charles Alfred (Charlie):
December 2, 1930 – December 5, 2018
BARNES, Dorothy Elizabeth:
September 9, 1930 – June 1, 2021
In our hearts you will always stay
Loved and remembered every day
From all the family.

BEATTIE, Kaye Julian:
08.10.1957 – 05.12.2018
The tide recedes but leaves behind bright seashells on the sand.
The sun goes down, but gentle warmth still lingers on the land.
The music stops, and yet it echoes on in sweet refrains…..
For every joy that passes, something beautiful remains.
A beautiful lady always in our hearts, missed and loved dearly.
– Love from your family.

DAVIDSON, Valerie Patrica:

Passed away one year ago.
“Dearly loved and in our thoughts always”
– Colin and family.

DIXON, Bernie:
3.12.2014
Remembered with love
Hunt, Dixon and Clark families.

MILNE, Jamie Francis (JaeQ):
06.12.2018
Three years ago you left us for reasons only you will know. You are with me every day.
“Fly High” my son.
Loved always – Dad and Monique

Acknowledgement

COURTNEY, Bruce Edwin:
Colin, Susan, and Pam wish to sincerely thank all those who prayed, visited, sent cards, messages and flowers. Your many expressions of kindness and support shown on the passing of Bruce has been much appreciated. Thank you to all who attended the service for Bruce. A special thanks to all at Vickery Court Rest Home for their care and kindness to Bruce and to us during his time at the Rest Home. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgment from us all of our heartfelt thanks.

DUNCAN, Joan:
Anne-Maree, Adrian, Josie and families would like to say thank you for all the support shown to us after Mum passed. We offer our heartfelt thanks to Mum’s friends and family members who visited us, attended the service and provided emotional support for us at this difficult time. For those who travelled, telephoned, sent flowers, cards and messages of condolences as well as those who made charitable donations we are truly grateful. A special word of thanks to the management, nurses and staff of Calvary Hospital Invercargill for their kindness and respect shown to Mum at all times. To Southern Funeral Home for their sensitive and professional handling of arrangements, To all who participated in the Mass, especially the Catholic Womens League for their guard of honor. Thank you all.
Mum is never more than a thought away, loved and remembered every day.

HUMPHRIES, Winsome Helen:
The family of Winsome Humphries would like to thank all those who sent messages of condolence, sympathy and memories of Mum, in person, writing, email or via the internet web listing. Losing Boyd just recently was hard on the family. Mum’s passing has been a doubly sad time but we are comforted by the thought that she is now with Dad again.

McLEOD, Betty Eleanor:
Born July 10, 1932. Passed away on September 26. 2021. Coral and family would like to sincerely thank you for your love and support after the sad loss of Betty. To those of you who sent flowers, cards, food, visited, messaged or phoned, we thank you. Your loving care and support has helped to ease the loss of a dearly loved Mother, mother-in-law and Grandmother. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement.

SIMMONS, Gerard Adrian:
Anne, Pete, Michelle, Michael, Paul and their families would like to sincerely thank everyone who joined us for the service for Gerard. Also those who visited, sent cards, messages, flowers, baking and food. Such kindness was much appreciated at a difficult time. Thanks also to Clark and the team at Campbell & Sons for helping to give Gerard a wonderful send off.

THOMPSON, Mark:
Shelagh, Steve, Daryl and Colleen and their families sincerely thank all those who supported us during Mark’s illness and the subsequent heart-breaking loss of our loved one. The visits, phone calls, flowers, baking, meals, condolences and most of all your support, was hugely appreciated at a traumatic time for us all. Special thanks to the staff of the Medical Ward, Southland Hospital, the Oncology Ward at Dunedin Hospital, Southland Hospice and J Fraser & Sons. You all did your very best for Mark and ourselves, and your expertise and empathy enabled us to cope with our loss. Thank you everyone, we deeply appreciate your expressions of sympathy.

Funeral Notices – Saturday 4th December

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