Funeral Notices – Tuesday 28th June

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BOYLE, Kevin Daniel (Charlie):
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On June 24, 2022. Suddenly at Clyde. Dearly loved husband of the late Carole, Loved Dad and father-in-law of Joanne and Ross, Debbie and Mark, Gary and Karen, Megan and Grant, Tony and Darnell, loved grandad of Lisa, Joshua*, Cody, and Morgan; Daniel*, and Ben; Pania, Gian, and Delahn; Adam; Mia, Eli, Evelynn, and Noah, and loved great-grandad of his great-grandchildren. A celebration of Kevin’s life will be held in the Affinity Chapel, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 2.00pm, on Friday, July 1 followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to the Returned Services Association or St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 48 Mutton Town Road, RD1, Alexandra 9391. (*Denotes deceased).

BRADEN, Doreen Ann (nee Ferguson):
Passed away peacefully at her home, Cromwell, with her loving family by her side, on Wednesday, June 22, 2022, in her 70th year. Doreen was devoted to her dearly loved husband, Russell, daughter Michelle, son Wayne, and grandson Jack. Loved mother-in-law to Pete, loved sister and sister-in-law of Ian and Kevin, Ray and Louise, Ngaire and Eddie, Noleen and David Kingsford, and treasured Aunty to all her nieces and nephews. Much loved daughter to Margaret and the late Syd Ferguson. A special thank you to Dr Keith Abbot, Central Otago Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse, Gayle. As per Doreen’s wishes, a family farewell has been held in Cromwell. Messages to 6 Ash Lane, Cromwell 9310.
“An absolute trooper who never complained and was gracious to the very end.”

BROOKLAND, Florence Carol:
Peacefully passed away at Calvary Hospital on Monday 27 June 2022. Carol was a loving mother to Irene and Damon*, David and Vicki, Donna and Deane, Duncan*, Gene and Melissa. Carol was a loved daughter, auntie, sister, niece, grandmother and great-grandmother. A service to celebrate Carol’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Friday, 1 July 2022 at 11.00am. Messages to 6 O’Hara Street, Appleby, Invercargill 9812. avenalpark.co.nz

GONSCAK, David Ivan:
Passed away peacefully at Hospice Southland on Sunday, 26 June 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Loved and cherished husband of Jenni, father of Justin and Tess, and Nicholas and Ali. Adored GDad of all his grandchildren. Loved son of Ivan* and Noeline* Gonscak and a loved brother to Sally, and Donna. A service to celebrate David’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Wednesday, 29 June 2022 at 11.00am. If you wish to attend the service via livestream, please go to the Avenal Park Website Obituaries page and click on the link on David’s page. Messages to 67 Woodlands Cemetery Road, Woodlands 9871. avenalpark.co.nz

McKENZIE, Colin John:
From Fortrose, has joined the ancestors, taken while sleeping peacefully at home on Sunday, June 26, 2022. He had reached 80 plus years while still enjoying farm life to the full. He was a son of Donald Clark McKenzie and Ann Moana McKenzie of Greenbush. Treasured partner of Christine, parent to Thomas and Dee, Carolyn and Barnaby, Grandad to James, Briar, Madeleine and Henry. Colin’s funeral will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill on Friday, July 1, at 2.00pm. Messages to [email protected] or 476 Fortrose – Otara Road RD 5, Invercargill 9875 or to Colin’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes You were always there for us, Colin.

McLEOD, Graeme Arthur:
23.11.1952 – 26.06.2022
Passed away unexpectedly at Southland Hospital surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, June 26, 2022, at the young age of 69. Much loved husband of Ann*, loved father/father-in-law of Jamie and Mel, Regan and Hayley, Stacey and Craig. Loved Poppa G of Zoe, Madi, Jacob, Cooper, Alyssa and Cain and loved by his furry best friend Bella. Dearly loved best friend and soul mate of Jeannie Peebles, respected friend of Jeannie’s children and loved George of Hattie, Oli, Georgie & Sid. Loved son of Frank* and Shirley* and loved brother/brother-in-law to Heather and Warren, Andy and Kym, Kenneth and Helen and Alistair and Karen. A service to celebrate Graeme’s life will be held at the Invercargill Christian Centre, 165 Leet Street, Invercargill, on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at 1.00pm. The family would like to thank St Johns Ambulance, the Winton Fire Brigade and the staff at Southland Hospital for all their help and support. In lieu of flowers, donations can be left at the service for the St Johns Ambulance Invercargill and Winton Fire Brigade. Messages to McLeod Family, c/o 208 Ross Street, Invercargill 9810, and also can be left on Graeme’s tribute page, under obituaries, on distinctfunerals.co.nz Please, find below the Live Stream Link for Graeme’s Service: livestream.com/accounts72885/graememcleod* denotes deceased

WORTHINGTON, Henry David:
Passed suddenly, 48 years young, on June 23, 2022 at home. Much loved husband and soulmate of Kirsten (nee Hendry), loved dad to Libby and Joshie. Son of David and Bobbi (dec) and step-son of Janette. Brother and brother-in-law to Lenny (dec), Charlotte and Morris, Rachel and Alex, Donna and Shane, Sarah and Richard. Loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Henry’s life is to be held at Southland Helicopters Ltd, 516 Collinson Road, Tussock Creek 9876, Invercargill, on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at 10.00am. Messages to Henry’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where his livestream link is available.

In Memoriam

PASCO, Ron:
24.05.1945 – 28.06.2020
Dearly loved
Never forgotten
– Dorothy, loving family and precious grandchildren.