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ALLISON, Dorothy Millicent (nee Hamilton):
30.6.1936 – 8.11.2020
Peacefully at Resthaven Village, Gore, surrounded by her family. Beloved companion and wife of Edgar for 63 years, loved mother and mother-in-law of Malcolm*, Carolyn and Andy Hunter, special Nana of Adele and Megan (Brisbane) and grandson-in-law Robert McLennan. Loved sister and sister-in-law of George* and Wilma Hamilton (Alexandra), Allan and Jocelyn Hamilton (Winton), Frances* Allison, Wensley and Glenda Allison (Invercargill), and a loved Aunty of all her nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Dorothy’s life will be held in Southern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, on Thursday, November 12, 2020, at 11.30am, private cremation to follow. Messages to 201 Broughton Street, Gore, 9710. (*denotes deceased)

IRWIN, Patricia Ellen (Pat) (nee Timpany):
Peacefully at Southland Hospital on Sunday November 8, 2020. Loved wife of the late Thomas Kevin Irwin. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Tony Irwin and Julie-anne van den Arend, Mary and Ronald Dickens, Carmel Irwin and Paul Kyne (Wellington) Brian and Zina Irwin (Sydney). Dearly loved Nanny and Grandma of Luke, Sean, Tarra Irwin; Sarah and Murray Clarke, Matthew Dickens, Bruce and Katie Dickens; There’se and John Grevatt, Alex Kyne; Jack, Grace, and Jonathan Irwin. Dearly loved great grandmother of her seven great grandchildren. Our thanks to Ascot Retirement Village and the Rehab Unit, Southland Hospital for their care. R.I.P. Requiem Mass will be celebrated in St Theresa’s Catholic Church, Perth Street, at 1.30pm, on Wednesday November 11. Then leaving for the Eastern Cemetery. Messages to 92 Joseph Street or to Pat’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

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KENT, Thomas James (Jim):
01.11.1946 – 03.11.2020
At Darwin Australia. Much loved husband of Mira, and loving father father-in-law and Grandad of Karen and Boysie and their families. Loved son of the late William (Bill) and Jean Kent. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Margaret and Clem* Hughes (Gore), Anne* and Noel Dallas, Marion* and Gerald Longman, Helene and Moe Tamasese (Samoa), Betty and Barry Mitchell (Tokoroa). Much loved Uncle of his nieces and nephews. (*denotes deceased)

LINES, Patricia Marian:
Passed away peacefully at home on Monday, November 9, 2020. Dearly loved wife of Graham for 58 years. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Ivan and Vivienne, and James (Jim). Loved grandmother of Rachel, Chris, and Callum. Special member and friend of the Southland Deaf Community. A service to celebrate Patricia’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets on Friday, November 13, 2020 at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation. Messages to 131B Centre Street Invercargill 9812 or Patricia’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

MADDEN, John Phillip:
Aged 65, after a courageous battle passed away peacefully at home in Hobart, Australia, surrounded by his loving family. Cherished and loved husband of Angela Mary (nee Wyatt). Loved stepfather of Joshua and Erin. Loved son-in-law of Noeline Staton and Les Wyatt. Respected brother in-law to Father Hamesh. A service for John will be held in Hobart on Wednesday, November 11, at 3.30pm (Australia time). John’s service will be available to view at www.millingtons@com.au via live streaming under Morningtons Chapel. Messages to 32B Reynolds Court Dynnyrne, Tasmania 7005, Australia.

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McALEESE, Monica Mildred (Sister Mary Madeleine) OP:
Peacefully, in the loving care of the Little Sisters of the Poor, Sacred Heart Home, Dunedin, on November 8, 2020. Dearly loved sister of the New Zealand Dominican Sisters and loved daughter of the late John and Catherine McAleese. In the 71st year of her Religious Profession. Special thanks to the Little Sisters of the Poor and their dedicated staff for their compassionate care of Sister Madeleine.
May she rest in peace.
Requiem Mass will be celebrated for our dear Madeleine on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 10.30am at St. Joseph’s Church, 295 Brockville Road, Dunedin. After light refreshments we will take Sister Madeleine to Oamaru cemetery for burial with her sister Catherine Laboure. A Vigil liturgy will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, at St Joseph’s Church at 7.00pm. Gillions Funeral Services FDANZ NZIFH

OWENS, Kerry Peter:
Tragically as the result of an accident on Saturday 7th November 2020. Aged 43 years. Dearly loved son of Peter and Eileen. Loved stepson of Darlene. Loved and adored Father of Ramu, Anya, Presley, Reason, and Loyalty. Loved friend of Olivia. Deeply loved brother of Nicola (Western Australia), Robert (Christchurch), Jade, and Olympia. Loved Grandson of Sandy Kennard, and Alanah Wilson-Davis. A very loved Nephew, Uncle and Cousin. A friend to many far and wide.
“TOOT TOOT”
See ya when I am looking at you with open arms. Kerry will be resting at the Intercultural Church 51 Centre Street Invercargill from 4pm till 9pm Today, 10th November.
A service to celebrate Kerry’s life will be held on Wednesday 11 November 2020 at 10am at the Intercultural Church, 51 Centre Street Invercargill. Followed by a Private Cremation. Messages to “Owens Family” PO Box 632 Invercargill.

SMITH, Hector George (Hec):
(Peacefully) on Monday, November 9, 2020, at Albany House, Gore, in his 83rd year. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Doreen and the late Bill Barclay, Kathy and Gavin Graham an all his late brothers and sisters. Loved uncle of his nieces and nephews. Best friend of George and the late Lois Gerken and family. A service for Hec will be held in the Esplin Room, Gore Town & Country Club, Bury Street, Gore, on Friday, November 13, at 11.00am, then leaving for the Charlton Park Cemetery. Messages to 2 Grant Street, Gore 9710.

TOOGOOD, John Edward:
Formerly of Mandeville in his 72nd year. Eldest son of the late Albert and Dorrie. Loved by his family – Roger (deceased), Colin and Gaye (Wanaka) and his nieces and nephews.
“Gone fishing for the last time”
A private family interment will be held at Charlton Park Cemetery where John will be laid to rest alongside his parents, followed by a remembrance gathering at the Gore Town and Country Club, Esplin Room, Bury Street on Friday, November 13, 2020 at 3.00pm. Messages to 15 Ridgecrest, Wanaka 9305.

Funeral Notices – Tuesday 10th November

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