Funeral Notices – Thursday 4th October
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SMITH, Colleen Isobel (formerly Wilson). 1943-2018. Suddenly at home on Monday, 1st October 2018, aged 74 years. Loved wife of Ken Wilson*. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Merrin and Garry Townley, Evan and Mandy Wilson, and Lindsay and Letitia Wilson. Loved Nana of Alex, and Sean Townley; Michaela, and Brodie Wilson; Chez, Jardyn, and Keagan Wilson and a loved Great Nana.
“Mum is at peace now with Dad.
You were a truly amazing mother and friend,
We will miss you and you will be forever in our hearts.”
A graveside service to celebrate Colleen’s life will be held in the Eastern Cemetery, Block 41 tomorrow Friday, 5th October at 2:00pm. Thank you to the wonderful carers Stephanie, Enid and Keryn for their care and friendship of Colleen. Messages to 224 Mill Road South, Seaward Bush, Invercargill 9871
BROWN, Alistair (Aly). Passed away peacefully at Hospice Southland, surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, October 2, 2018. Aged 64. Much loved partner of Janene McIntyre. Loved father and father-in-law of Tiffany and Simon Mills (Cromwell), and Damon and Sarah (Gore). Loved Grandad of Riley, Tegan and Joshua; and Jessica. Beloved son of the late Angus and Margaret Brown, brother of Jude McEwan (London), Jillian Whyte (Perth), David, Heather Gregory, and Kate Coley, all of Auckland, and the late Allan and Murray. A loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Loved member of the McIntyre family. A service to celebrate Aly’s life will be held at J Fraser and Sons chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, at 10.00am on Saturday, October 6, followed by a private cremation. Flowers respectfully declined. Donations to Hospice Southland may be left at the service. Messages to Janene McIntyre, 12 Osborne Street, Riverton 9822.
Respectfully cared for by J Fraser & Sons Ltd F.D.A.N.Z.
FERGUSON, Alexander Gordon (Alex).
Peacefully on Sunday, September 30, 2018, in his 90th year. Survived by his wife Grace. Dearly loved father of Lex, Martin, Mairi, and Malcolm. Loved by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. At Alex’s request a private cremation has been held. Messages to Lex Ferguson, 36 Hamilton Street, Temuka 7920. Geraldine Funeral Services F.D.A.N.Z.
FIGGESS, Donna Mariee. Peacefully after a long illness on Sunday, September 30, 2018, at Southland Hospital. Aged 55 years. Loved mother of Robert, Jamye, Reece, Ethan and the late Arielle. Loved Nanie of Lillie, Tylah, Hayden, Lochlyn, Nevada, Kayde and Axel. Loved daughter of Ronald and Marie Figgess. As to Donna’s wishes a private cremation has been held, but a celebration for Donna will be held at her place today (Wednesday) at 2.00pm. Messages to Figgess family, 141 Portsmouth Road, RD 1, Bombay, Auckland 2675.
FIGGESS, Donna Mariee. Peacefully after a long illness on Sunday, September 30, 2018, at Southland Hospital. Aged 55 years. Loved mother of Robert, Jamye, Reece, Ethan and the late Arielle. Loved Nanie of Lillie, Tylah, Hayden, Lochlyn, Nevada, Kayde and Axel. Loved daughter of Ronald and Marie Figgess. As to Donna’s wishes a private cremation has been held, but a celebration for Donna will be held at her place today (Wednesday) at 2.00pm. Messages to Figgess family, 141 Portsmouth Road, RD 1, Bombay, Auckland 2675.
