Funeral Notices – Thursday 25th August

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BAXTER, Russell B:
Unexpectedly at Southland Hospital, on Monday, August 22, 2022, aged 72 years. Loved husband and companion of Wendy for 45 years. Loved Dad of Sharleen and Michelle, Brydie and Royce. Much loved Granddad of Kaitlyn and Wyatt, Daniel and Adam, and Jasmine. A service to celebrate the life of Russell will be held on Monday, August 29, at 10.30am, at J Fraser and Sons, Cnr Esk and Doon Sts, Invercargill, leaving thereafter for the Greenpoint Cemetery. A livestream link of his service will be available on his tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

WHEELER, Margaret Mary (nee Oaten):
Passed away peacefully on August 23, 2022 at Elmslie House, Wanaka, in her 92nd year. Formerly of Alexandra and Te Anau. Loved wife of the late Lindsay Wheeler. Loved and proud mum of Ray and Linda (Luggate), Stuart and Marjorie (Mackay QLD), Christine (Oamaru), and Sandra (Sandi Hunter, Te Anau). Loving Nan to her 16 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren. Heartfelt thanks to the caring staff at Elmslie House. A farewell for Margaret will be at the Luggate Hotel on Tuesday, August 30, at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation. Messages to 96 Hopkins Street, Luggate 9383.