Funeral Notices – Saturday 5th October

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BURNS, Peter Francis:  Loved brother-in-law of Muriwai and Ian* Harris, Naumai* and Jim Brown, Hamish and Jenny Pearson also Shirley* Pearson.  Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews.

BURNBY, Valerie Myrtle (Val).
Peacefully on Thursday, October 3, 2019, in the care of Vickery Court, Invercargill, aged 94. Formerly of Waikaka Valley and Gore. Dearly loved wife of the late Les. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Gay and Stu Milne (Invercargill), Alan and Judy (Gore), Ross and Rowena (Gore). A dearly loved Granny to her 7 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and her great-great-grandson. Dearly loved sister of Shirley Phillips (Marton). The family wish to thank the staff of Vickery Court for their special care of Val during her time there and also to Marilyn’s continued companionship. In accordance with Val’s wishes a family farewell will be held. Messages to 10 Beattie Street, Gore 9710.frasersfunerals.co.nz

CHIARONI, Peter.
Peter died in the loving arms of his wife Margaret, on October 3, 2019 at Northbridge Private Hospital, Auckland, aged 73 years. Deeply loved and treasured husband of Margaret (nee Power). Darling dad of Marie Louise. Dearest Granddad of our wee Ellia.
“No one will ever know the depth of our love or the extent of our pain. Peter gave us so much and we loved him.”
Requiem Mass for Peter will be celebrated at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Onewa Rd, Northcote, at 11.00am, on Wednesday, October 9, 2019, followed by private cremation. The Rosary will be prayed Tuesday, October 8, at 7.30pm, at the church.
“Requiescat in Pace.”
Communications to Margaret Chiaroni, Apartment L 107, Northbridge, 45 Akoranga Drive, Northcote, Auckland 0627.

DRUMMOND, Peter Wallace (Wallace).
Suddenly and peacefully at home on Thursday, October 3, 2019. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Esta. Dearly loved Dad and Pop of Greg and Debbie, Harry, and William; Rebecca and Kelvin, Rory, and Todd McCorkindale; Craig and Hannah, Briar, and Luke; and companion of Coco. A service to celebrate Wallace’s life will be held at 11.00am on Friday, October 11, 2019 in the Lumsden Memorial Hall, followed by a private family interment. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made at the service for HeartKids Southland. Thank you to Helen Bottcher, Lumsden Fire Service and Dr Matthew Stokes. Messages to 9 Hero Street, Lumsden 9730, or to Wallace’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

EATON, James Cargill (Jimmy).
Peacefully on Tuesday, October 1, 2019. Aged 88 years. Loved uncle of David and Beverly, Sandra and Wayne MacDonald, and Kenneth and Caroline. Proud uncle of all his great, and great-great-nieces and nephews. At his request a private cremation has taken place. Online tributes may be made to Jimmy’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

JACKSON, Beverley Ethel (Bev).
It is with much sadness we announce the passing of Bev, in the loving care of her family at home. Dearly loved wife of the late Bryan, cherished and adored mother of Michael, Deb, Mark and Kylie, and Pip, treasured grandmother of Bex, and Adam; and Lucy, great-grandmother of Ocean, and loved by all her extended family.
Will be loved and remembered always. In respect of Bev’s wishes, a private service will be held. Messages to the Jackson family, C/- PO Box 772, Timaru 7940. Betts Funeral Services.

LOWE, Elsie Joyce.
At Southland Hospital with her loving family by her side, on Friday, October 4, 2019. Loved wife of Gordon. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Alan and Raewyn. Loved Grandmother of Tineka and Mike, Jolene and Judas, and adored Great-Grandmother of Jackson and Deacon. According to Elsie’s wishes, a private service will be held. Messages to 12 Grange Street, Winton 9720.

ROGAL, Stephen.
A service for the late Stephen Rogal is set to be held on Saturday, October 12, in Dunedin. Mr Rogal, died peacefully on Friday, August 30, 2019. Family invite those wanting to say goodbye to Stephen to Waitati Cemetery just north of Dunedin, between 11.00am and midday, on October 12. We will then move on to the Lone Star on George Street for a bite to eat and a drink from 1.00pm.

In Memoriam

CAMPBELL, Lynette Anne (nee McPherson).
27.09.69 – 06.10.14
Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard but always near,
Still loved, still missed, and very dear.
All our love – John, Jack and Shaun, Mum and Dad, Judith and Martin, Bernice and Steve, Stephanie and Craig, Suzanne and Phillip, Logan and Emma, Richard and Dorthe, Daniel and Anna, Trena and family.

MAYNARD, Noeline Frances. 1939 – 2015
“In loving memory” 4 years ago tomorrow we lost a special and caring wife, mother and grandmother. Years may pass but memories last foreverWith Love – Colin and family.

PAUL, Mark Samuel.
Tragically taken 10 years ago. Loved and remembered always.
– Paul whanau.

VASSIE, Thomas Williamson.
Passed away on October 6, 2018. Dearly loved husband of the late Nancy, ever remembered by Ann and Jim, Lindsey and Stewart, Susan and Hugh, Robert and Caroline and their families. “Sorely missed”

Acknowledgement

HUGHES, Zelda May.
Casey, Robyn, Jane and families wish to thank all those who supported us with cards, flowers, food and visits following the sad loss of Zelda. To all those who attended Zelda’s service, we thank you. To Dr Adam and staff, thank you for the beautiful care and support that you provided to Mum over many years. To the Management and staff at Calvary Rest Home – thank you for the amazing care that mum received during her stay with you. To our friend and Celebrant Jill and Bevan (J.Frasers) our thanks to you for making our final journey with Mum a little easier. Please accept this as a personal thank you from all of us.
“Precious memories always in our hearts”

NEILSON, Ailsa Margaret.
Trevor and Paulina, Sandra and Rob McMurdo and families wish to express our heartfelt thanks to all those who gave us their support and love at the time of Mum’s passing. The visits, phone calls, text messages, baking, food, many cards and the beautiful flowers we received were very much appreciated. Thank you all for your attendance at the service for Ailsa and to the relatives and friends who travelled long distances to be with us. Our much-loved Mother, Mother-in-law, Nana and Great-Nana would have been pleased that many of her friends known through a variety of circles were present. To the St John Ambulance Service, A & E and Surgical Ward staff at Southland Hospital who looked after Ailsa for a short time, thank you. As always, your care and compassion are to be admired. Reverend Richard Johnson and staff at McDonalds & Weston, thank you for all you did to make Ailsa’s service such a special occasion to remember. Please all accept our grateful thanks.

WALLACE, Jean.
John, Donald, Jan, Graeme, Karen and families wish to express their heartfelt thanks to all those wonderful people who have supported them during Jean’s short illness and passing. A big thank you to Inner Wheel, Rotary, Probus, Taieri Bridge Club, Gold Club and Silver Stream Woman’s Club. To those who sent cards, flowers and food, called at home or attended Jean’s service, thank you. A special thanks to Dawn Brieseman for the visits and time spent with Jean arranging every last detail, “Jean knew what she wanted”. To Mossbrae Rest Home and staff, thank you for your care over Jean’s final days, to Campbell and Sons, your compassion and professional help was most appreciated. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement and a sincere thanks to you all.