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DE KONING, Margaret Elizabeth (nee Ballantyne):
Of Queenstown. Passed away peacefully at Lakes District Hospital on Tuesday, February 21, 2023, aged 85. Dearly loved wife of the late Elbert, loved mother and mother-in-law of Diana, Karl and Keli, and the late Susan. Loved Nana of William and Daniel, and Caitlin, Benjamin and Hannah. Funeral details to
be advised. Messages to
698 Peninsula Road, Kelvin Heights, Queenstown 9300.
EVANS, Henry Annesley:
Peacefully at Southland Hospital on Friday February 17, 2023. Aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of Dorothy. Dearly loved son of the late Henry and Ella Evans. Dearly loved son-in-law of the late Doris and Robert Parker. A service to celebrate Annesley’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, at 10.30am, on Wednesday February 22. Then leaving for the Eastern Cemetery. Special thanks to the staff of Southland Hospital for their care of Annesley.
FAHEY, Ruth Lorraine (One week short of her 95th Birthday):
Dearly loved wife of the late Lance Raymond Fahey. Loved sister of Edith Robinson, Fred Graeve, and Chris Robinson (all deceased). Loved aunt of all her Nieces and Nephews. In accordance with Ruth’s wishes a private cremation has been held. Sincere thanks to the caring Staff of Calvary Hospital. Messages to Bev @ 160 Inglewood Road, Invercargill.
FAHEY, Ruth Lorraine:
Dearly loved Aunt of Bev and Ray* Philpot (Waimumu – now Invercargill), Noelene* and Ross Cockroft (Mt. Maunganui), Heather & Neil* Rance (Queensland), and Lindsay* Robinson.
Fondest Memories. (*Denotes deceased)
FREW, Mervyn Norman:
It is with deep sadness Mervyn died tragically on Monday, Febuary 20, 2023, aged 78 years young. Deeply loved husband and best friend of Marie. Mervyn was the most devoted, charismatic, loyal Dad to Kris, Brett and Leticia, Dan and Steph. And the centre of his families world. Much loved and adored Pop to Asher, and Ryder; Luiza, and Emily; Charlee, Lexie, and Harriet. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Stewart Frew, Margaret Barron, John and Lynn Frew and the wider Russell family and all of Mervyn’s nieces and nephews. Mervyn will be deeply missed by his many friends. A great mate and genuine legend, taken too soon. A service to celebrate Mervyn’s life will be held at 1.30pm, Saturday, February 25 at J Fraser and Son’s Chapel corner of Esk and Doon Street, Invercargill. Followed by a private cremation. Messages to 247 Otapiri Gorge Road, RD 2, Winton 9782 or to his tribute page at
frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
MCIVOR, David Kennedy:
Peacefully on Saturday, 18th February 2023 in his 87th Year. Loved husband of Elizabeth. Loved father and father-in-law of Richard and Racheal, Janine and Anthony. Loved grandad of Poppy and Oskar. A loved brother and uncle, and friend to many. Heartfelt thanks to the staff of Rose Lodge Rest Home for the care of David. A Service to celebrate David’s life will be held in the Richmond Grove Presbyterian Church, Yarrow Street Invercargill, on Thursday 23rd February 2023 at 1.30 pm followed by a private cremation. All communications to “McIvor Family” P O Box 632, Invercargill 9840 or you can go to David’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/david. No flowers, please.
MULQUEEN, Daniel Patrick (Dan):
It is with great sadness we announce that Dan has run out of his nine lives, parked up his tractor and pulled his last Hamilton turn. He will be dearly missed by his beloved Joan (nee Austin), Kate and Brent Webster, Steve and Bec Mulqueen, Joanna and Paul Jagger, Emma and Nick Stewart and Blair and Lisa Mulqueen. Dan’s treasured Sam, Nick, Georgia, Annalise, Makayla, Connor, Brodie, Ella, Maisey, Jake, Allie, Lachie and Hazel will miss their rough and tumble, cuddles and adventures with their beloved Granda. The service to celebrate Dan’s life will be held at the Waimea Plains Vintage Tractor & Machinery Club, 53 Liverpool Street, Riversdale on Friday the 24th of February at 3.30pm. Followed by an after-match function at the same venue (cash
bar available). Dan’s family want this to be a celebration of Dad’s life, so during the service there will be an opportunity to share special memories or yarns if you wish. Messages to 104 Grant Road, Otatara or email: [email protected] In lieu of flowers, donations to the Otago or Southern Lakes Rescue Helicopter Trusts would be greatly appreciated.
NEIL, Joan Wilson (nee Matheson):
Peacefully in Dunstan Hospital on Friday, February 17, 2023. Dearly loved wife of the late Ernest, and Chris. Loved mother of Lynne, and Ross. Loved sister to the late Eileen and the late Ian McIntyre, Ronnie and the late Jessie Matheson, and Elsie and Pat Monaghan Loved mother-in-law of Angela and Stan. Joany to Pip and Mairi; Bridget, Mason, Alex and Henry; Sam, Amanda and Oliver; Cory and James; Marco and Archie and Connor. Joan’s family wish to thank the caring staff at Ripponburn Home and Hospital for their care. At Joan’s request a private family gathering will be held.
PLUNKETT, Lynette Anne (nee Haywood):
Lynn passed peacefully at Southland Hospice on Sunday 12 February, 2023, aged 77. Beloved and cherished wife of Duncan Plunkett. Mother of Kaylene Shelley, taken from them sadly on 20 December, 1973. Lynn was a loved sister and sister-in-law of Clifford* Watson, Coralene (Mickey) and Snowie* Currie, James* Haywood, Coral* Haywood, Janice* and George* Boulter, Robert* and Diane* Haywood, Joy* and Danny Miller, Gay Haywood, Raymond Haywood and Lorraine Ker, Judy and Ian Miller; Daphne and John* Diack, Edna and Keith* Donald, Eric and Shirley Plunkett. Loved Auntie of all her nieces and nephews, and extended families. Lynn is now at rest after a private service.
“Mother and daughter reunited at last”
Until we meet again, Love always – Duncan
Messages to Flat 4, 19 Catherine Street, Invercargill 9810.
(* Denotes deceased)
RAWSON, Brian (Yorkie):
Peacefully at Calvary Hospital on Sunday 19th February 2023 aged 85. Dearly loved husband of Margaret for 63 years. Devoted and excellent Dad to Carol, Alan, Kevin, Dawn, and Brendon. Grandad Pop to Chelsea, Karla, and the late Nikita; Joshua, Dannielle; and Great Grandad Pop to Xaiver, Tori; and wee Bubs. In accordance with Brian’s wishes a private cremation has been held. Special “thank you” to the staff at Calvary Hospital and Te Anau Medical Centre. Messages to 13 Johnstone Court, Te Anau 9600 or on Brian’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz
SKUDDER, Arthur Lawrence:
Peacefully at Southland Hospital on Sunday, February 19, 2023, aged 57. Dearly loved husband of Kirsty. Much loved Dad of Ollie. Loved Son, Son in law, Brother, Brother in law, Uncle, Cousin, Friend and Colleague. A life cut short much too soon. A service to celebrate Arthur’s life will be held at 10.30am on Friday 24th February 2023, J Fraser and Sons Chapel, Corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill. Messages to c/- Skudder Family, PO Box 1380, Invercargill or to Arthur’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
In Memoriam
DUNCAN, Eddie:
Another year has passed since you left us on February 22, 2018.
“Much loved and remembered”
Alison and families.