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BALCH, Kendal Richard (Ken). Peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, on December 17, 2018, aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of Gabrielle (Gay), loved father and father-in-law of Richard (deceased), Ruth and Clifford Bucknell, Judith (deceased), Jillian, and Helen and Maurice Lye. Loved grandpa of Jesse (deceased), Reuben, Marcus and Dominic Bucknell, Ben and Alex Lye, and great-grandpa of Carter Bucknell. A funeral service for Ken will be held at St Mark’s Church, 150 Withells Road, Christchurch, on Friday, December 21, at 11.00am to be followed by a private interment.

CAMPBELL, John Lindsay. On Thursday, December 13, 2018, died peacefully at Hospice Marlborough, with his dearly loved wife holding his hand and surrounded with his loved ones. A loving Dad to all his children. Loved Poppa John of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A friend of many. Messages may be sent to the Campbell Family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In accordance with John’s wishes, a family farewell service has been held.

LAWLOR, Keith Nicholas. On Sunday, December 16, 2018, peacefully at Hospice Marlborough, with his wife Annabelle, and friend Val at his side. Loved father and father-in-law of Dianne and Greg (Sydney), Shaun and Martina (Gore), and Warren and Annie (Sydney). Loved Grandad of Denby and Hanna. Messages may be sent to 70A Muller Road, Blenheim 7201. Special thanks to Wairau Hospital and Hospice Marlborough for their care and support. Thanks also to Val Wilson, Shirley and Terry Hoar, and Roselin Wilks. At Keith’s request, a private cremation has taken place.

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McMILLAN, Janice (Jan). Of Glenfellen Station, Garston, passed away peacefully at Frankton Hospital on Monday, December 17, 2018, aged 79. Best friend of Noel, cherished mother and mother-in-law of Ross and Judi; Denyce and Darrell Peoples; Kensie Burke; Bill and Kate; and Gordon and Kara. Loved grandmother of Mandy, Shannon, Fraser, Nikita, Cody, Kaylee, Elizabeth, Mitchell, Daniel, and Emelia, and great-grandmother of River, Toby, Harlow, Jayden, and Rylee. “Teddy Bears Welcome” A graveside service for Jan will be held at the Garston Cemetery, on Friday, December 21, at 1.30pm. In lieu of flowers donations to the Garston Playgroup may be left at the service. Messages to PO Box 24, Garston 9750. Cared for by Affinity Funerals Central Otago & Lakes District F.D.A.N.Z.

ROBINSON, Rex John. It is with much sadness that Rex passed away on Monday 17 December 2018, with his sisters supporting him on his journey. Rex was a dearly loved son of the late Tom and Mary Robinson, and a treasured loved and loving brother and brother in law of Diane and the late Geoff Gill, Neil and Lyn, Gay, Leona, Jan, and Lynn and Dave Hill. Rex was a loving and much loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews, and loved friend of many. Rex was a courageous, gentle man with an awesome smile who will be greatly missed. A service to celebrate the life of Rex will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, Cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill on Friday 21 December at 11am, followed by a private interment. Winton & Districts Funeral Services.

SAGE, Ronald Hubert (Ron). (Of Waikaia) In his 91st year. (Peacefully) after a short illness on Tuesday, December 18, 2018, surrounded by his loving family at Gore Hospital. Dearly loved husband and friend of Shirley for 61 years. Much loved Dad of Susan and Stewart Roy (Balfour), Frances and Darryl Black (Balfour), Ross and Robyn (Waikaia), loved and respected Grumps of his 5 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to Kay andSt John Ambulance. In accordance with Ron’s wishes a private service will be held. Flowers respectfully declined. Messages to Shirley,
28 Albany Street, Gore 9710.

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THOMPSON, James (Jim). Passed away peacefully on Monday, December 17, 2018. Aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of the late Ruby Thompson. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Lindsay and Nancy (Australia), *Jack and *Jean, *Ena and *Athol Wyeth, *Sylvia and *Jim Bryce, *Anne and *Mervyn Ronald, *Nelson and *Betty, *George and *Olive, *Mona and *Jeff Selwyn, *Joe and *Gwen, *Bob and *Yvonne. Special uncle to all of his nieces and nephews. Treasured longtime friend of the Rigby family. A service to celebrate Jim’s life will be held in the Beth Shan Chapel, 157 Georges Drive, Napier, on Saturday, December 22, at 1.30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Stroke Foundation and can be left at the service. Messages to the Rigby Family, C/- PO Box 439, Napier 4140. (*denotes deceased)

WATKINS, Elaine Mary (nee Brown). Passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 16, 2018, after a long and hard-fought battle with cancer. Mother of David and Nena (Gore), Glenys and Michael Smith (Queenstown), and Peter and Linda (Perth). Grandma to Lisa, Callum, Diane, Lucas, Brody and Aaron. Daughter of *John and *Sheila Brown, sister and sister-in-law to *Herbert and Glenda Brown, Margaret and *Rob Farnworth, Alex and Glenda Brown, and Jean and Wayne Soper. A much loved Aunty to all of her nieces and nephews. Friend of Allan and Inga. Aged 76 years. The funeral service for Elaine will take place at 10.00am, on Wednesday, December 19, 2018, at J Fraser and Sons, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, followed by private cremation. No flowers by request but donations to Hospice Southland will be accepted at the service. Mourners are invited to bring along a cut flower to put on the coffin. Messages to PO Box 91067, Wakatipu, Queenstown 9349. (*denotes deceased) frasersfunerals.co.nz

Funeral Notices – Wednesday 19th December

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