Funeral Notices – Wednesday 17th July
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ANDERSON, Miriam (Mary).
Peacefully surrounded by her family, at Lakes District Hospital, Queenstown, on Sunday, July 14, 2019, aged 91 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Adam, much loved mother of Kirsten, Rodric and Jeanette, and loved Nana of Emmanuel, Kiran, Natalya and Kailen. A service to celebrate Mary’s life will be held in St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 26 Stanley Street, Queenstown, on Saturday, July 20, at 2.00pm, followed by afternoon tea and goodies at the church. Mary will be cremated at a private cremation. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to the staff of Lakes District Hospital and Dr Elenor Slater for their care and comfort of our mother. The family wish to invite those who would like to say a final goodbye to Mary as she lays in state at the family home and add a message or draw a flower on her casket to send her on her way. Messages to 125 Hallenstein Street, Queenstown 9300.
CLARKE, Bruce. On July 11th 2019, Peacefully after a short illness at Rowena Jackson Retirement Village, Invercargill. Dearly loved wife of the late Janette and a much loved father, father in law, grandfather and great grandfather. At Bruce’s request a private family gathering will be held. mwfunerals.co.nz
MCDONALD, John Roderick.
Aged 75, of Otautau (formerly of Five Rivers). Passed on 15 July 2019. Dearly loved husband of Elizabeth (nee Whyte). Loving father and father-in-law of Grant and Sally, Janine and Aaron Sutherland, Graeme and Michelle. Much loved Grandad of Christina, Sarah, Daniel, Thomas, Jayden, and Sophie; Levi, Summer and Jacob; and Jessica. A service of celebration for John will be held in Harvestfield Church, 497 Herbert Street, Invercargill on Thursday 18 July at 11am, followed by private cremation. Messages can be sent to 186 Ross Street, Invercargill 9810. Online tributes can be left at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
RIDLEY, Hurst Freeman.
Of Cromwell (formerly of Gore) , passed away suddenly at Dunstan Hospital, Clyde, on Tuesday, July 16, 2019, in his 84th year. Beloved husband of Shirley for 61 years. Loved father and father-in-law of Steve and Gaylene; Paul and Megan; and Linda and Gary Bridgeman. Cherished Grandad of Sarah, Emma and Blake, Ryan and Scott; and partners. A loved Uncle. As per Hurst’s wishes, a private family service will be held. Messages to 6A Mead Avenue Cromwell 9310. Cared for by Affinity Funerals Central Otago & Lakes District F.D.A.N.Z.
SHARP, Heather Mavis.
In her 82nd year. Peacefully on July 12, 2019, at Holmdene Rest Home, Balclutha. Dearly loved wife of the late Neil, loved mother and mother-in-law of Judy and the late Laurie Keach, David and Jane (Australia), Phil and Wilma, loved Granny of Lindy and Peter, Sonya and Shane; Eli; Hayden and Claire, and Ellen, and great-Granny of Ali, Liv, and Ollie. Loved daughter of the late David and Mary Price, a loved sister, sister-in-law, and aunty of the Price and Sharp families. At Heather’s request a private cremation has been held. Messages to 342A Pounawea Road, RD 1, Owaka 9585. Doug Nesbit Funeral Services Ltd Balclutha, and Milton.
WOOD, Frances Morrah.
Passed away on 11 July 2019 surrounded by her loving family.
Dearly loved wife for 67 years of Bryan and a very much loved and respected Mum of Russell and Loretta, Graeme and Kaye and Barbara and Geoff and loved Nana of Jamie and Tess, Daniel and Stephanie, Mitchell, Sandelle, Leon and Geena and Great Nana of Oliver. Sister to Norval, Bessie, Allan, Jean and Anne.
At Morrah’s request a private service and cremation has been held. Online tributes may be made on frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes.
WRIGHT, Douglas John.
Peacefully at home on Tuesday, July 16, 2019, aged 78 years. Loved husband and soulmate of Margaret. Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Liz and Russell, Stephen and Sue, and Helen and Mike. Much loved Grandad of Chris, Daniel, Anthony, Kayne, and Seth. Funeral details to be advised. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Winton would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 3 Egerton Road, Winton 9781.avenalpark.co.nz
