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CUNNINGHAM, Marjorie Isobel (formerly Dykes):
Peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Thursday, June 2, 2022. Aged 92 years. Loved wife of the late Sid and the late Watson Dykes. Loving and devoted mother and mother-in-law of Geoff and Marlene, Gavin and Christine, Ken and Julie, and Janene. Loved Nana of Kirsty, and Aaron: Chris, Melissa, and Nick; Lily, William, Harrison, and Rosie, also loved Great- grandmother, and a much loved and special Auntie of Carolyn, and Diane. Loved and fond friend of the Cunningham family. A private family graveside service will be held. Marjorie’s family welcome you to join them at Winton’s Commercial Hotel Garden Bar from 3.00pm on Wednesday, June 8 for refreshments and to share stories of her life and times. Messages to 19 Waterford Drive, Winton 9720, or to Marjorie’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

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HUGHES, John Douglas (Dick):
Peacefully, in Wanaka, on Saturday, June 4, 2022; in his 86th year. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Jenny, well loved father and father-in-law of Graham, Jane and Barry, David and Rochelle, Ian and Janet, Rebecca and Nick, special grandad of Philip and Abby, Jennifer, John, and Elise, Stephen; Ellen, Anna, Raen, and Ethan; Jamie, Maya, and Luca, and great-grandad of Noah and Lucy; Theodore and Finlay. Sincerest thanks to the staff at the Enliven Centre for their excellent care of Dick. At Dick’s request a private service will be held. Messages to 1 Gawn Lane, Aspiring Lifestyle Village, Wanaka 9305.

MASON, Kay Helena (nee McDonald):
With heavy hearts we share the passing of Kay on Sunday, June 5, at Clutha Views Lifecare surrounded with love after a short illness; aged 77 years. Treasured mother and mother-in-law of Brendan and Wendy, and greatly loved nanny to Lachlan and Ella. Much loved daughter of the late Donald and Clarice McDonald and loving big sister to Allen, Duncan, Charles and Colleen, and Joy and Gwynneth McConachie. An extra special aunt and great-aunt to Sarah, Rocco, Thomas, Aeliana; Katie, Gavin, Joshua, William; Brett; Scott, Cressida, Felix, Belle. Adored Nanny Kay to all extended family members. Funeral to be held at J Fraser & Sons, Friday, June 10, at 10.30am. Messages to B. Mason, CMB 16, RD 5, Invercargill 9875. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Hawthorndale Care Village.

SWAIN, Gwenda Margaret:
It is with sadness we announce the passing of Gwen, on Sunday, June 5, 2022, in her 81st year. Mother, mother-in-law and Grandmother of Donna and the late Keith Heathcote, Lianne and James Andrews, Stephen and their families. Private cremation. A memorial for Gwen will be held at Fortrose Cafe and Restaurant, 5 Moray Terrace, on Friday, June 10, at 2.00pm, where light refreshments will be provided. Messages to 82 Dunlop Road, Pinebush, RD1, Wyndham 9891.

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In Memoriam

BLACKLER, Nigel:
9.12.1963 to 7.6.2021
A year has passed somehow.
“Tu Me Manques” You are missing from me. There is a hole where you used to be and I am incomplete because of it. Memories sustain us until we see you again.
Love Julie, Holly and Shane, Cristelle and James, and Paige.

HARPER, Kathryn Elizabeth:
2 November 1956 – 7 June 2021
“One year has passed since we lost you; and we miss
you more each day”
Kate and Ben would like to express their thanks to each and every one of you who has shown support, kindness and care for us, for PJ and our family over the past year, following the loss of Mum. We are very grateful to have wonderful people around us. Thank you to those who attended Mum’s unveiling, she would have loved the occasion and having her favourite people gathered to remember and celebrate her one year on. She sure is loved and missed.

McKENZIE, Lynette Fayne (nee Barclay):
With loving thoughts of our dear sister, sister-in-law and aunty who passed away one year ago today.
Always in our hearts
Paul and Maree, Craig and Christine, Grant and Lisa, Brent and Lauren and families xxxx

Funeral Notices – Tuesday 7th June

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