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ARMSTRONG, David Wright:
Passed away at home on April 25, 2022; aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Jill, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Stewart and Greta (Gore), Judith and Dilworth (Auckland), Barbara and Bernie (Melbourne), Helen and Ross (Mosgiel), and Alison and Gabe (Melbourne), Grandpa to Sarah, Hannah, and Kate; Liz, and Thomas; Ella, and Spencer; Emma, Michael, and Maddie, Great-Grandpa to Jessica, Lulu, Leo, and Mila. A private family service will be held. Messages to ross.ca[email protected]
CLARK, Beverley Alice (Bev) (née Fraser): MNZM
Peacefully at home on April 26, 2022, in her 80th year. Loved wife of the late Boyd, loved partner of Peter Garden, much loved Mum and mother-in-law to Ewan and Vanessa (Winton), Janine and Jeremy Byars (Waikaka), Phil and Maria (Dunedin), Geoff and Jodelle (Hokonui), and Tara (Dunedin). Nana Bev to all her Grandies and extended family nieces and nephews. Sister and sister-in-law to David and Jesse Fraser, the late Henry and late Leah Fraser, Jennifer and the late Irwin Clearwater. A memorial service to celebrate Bev’s life will be held on Sunday, May 1, 2.00pm, outside at Rippon Vineyard Amphitheater, 246 Aspiring Road, Wanaka. Rugs/blankets recommended. Messages to 5 Ruby Ridge, Wanaka. [email protected], or on Bev’s tribute page at www.frasersfunerals.co.nz where a link will be available to watch Bev’s service via a livestream link.
HARRINGTON, Bruce McArthur:
Peacefully, on Monday, April 25, 2022, in Gore, aged 79 years. Dearly loved husband of Jenny, treasured Dad and father-in-law of Tracy and David Popham (Te Anau), Phillip and Kerri (Ranfurly), and loved Grandad of Taylor and Logan; Liam, Jack and Brooklyn. Loved son of the late Jack and Mavis (Greenvale). Special brother of Coleen Borgman (Invercargill), brother of Robin and Joan (Christchurch), *Stuart and *John. A private family graveside burial will be held, followed by a service to celebrate Bruce’s life at the Gore RSA, Function Room, 12 Bowler Avenue, on Saturday, April 30, at 2.00pm. Messages to 26 Gordon Terrace, Gore 9710.
(*denotes deceased)
JONES, Maureen Winifred:
Okeroa (nee Skipper) QSM
On Thursday 21 April 2022 on Stewart Island. Beloved wife of the late Raymond (Ted) Jones and loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Debra & Brian Davies (Cairns), Mark Jones (Melbourne) and Megan & Guy Anderson (Auckland). Loved Grandmother of Joshua (Adelaide), Tegan (London), Max, Andre, Finn (Melbourne) and Iona (Auckland). A service to celebrate Maureen’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street at 11 am Friday 29 April and on Stewart Island at the Community Hall on Tuesday 3 May at
11 am. In lieu of flowers, request donations be made to the Stewart Island Health Committee. You are welcome to join the service via livestream, on the Avenal Park Website, Obituries page and click on the link on Maureen’s page. Messages to PO Box 61 Halfmoon Bay, Stewart Island. avenalpark.co.nz
KEMPTHORNE, Marie Dawn (nee Pyper):
Sadly but peacefully passed away Sunday, 24 th April 2022, aged 80 years. Very loved wife of the late John Kempthorne. Cherished and loved Mum of Mark, Dale, and Tony and Mother-in-law to Debbie, and Pru. Adored Grandma to Alex, Annalise, Tristan, Noah, Meg, and Heath and Great Grandma to Ava, and Archie. “Forever in our hearts.” Dearly loved daughter of the late Syd and Violet Pyper. Loved sister and sister-in-law of June* and Colin Moyles, Helen and Graeme Spain, Nelson and Rosanne Pyper, Gordon* and Margaret Pyper, Colin* and Joy Pyper, Ruth and Brian Spain, Carol and Robbie Diack, and Sydney Pyper. Loved Auntie and friend to many. Marie will be having a memorial service In Invercargill, date to be advised. Messages to the Kempthorne and Pyper families, C/- 99 Milton Park Road, RD 1, Invercargill 9871. avenalpark.co.nz
KENNEDY, Kyah Mikaere John:
Sunrise 21.12.2005 Sunset 22.4.2022
Taken tragically on April 22nd, 2022. Treasured son of Jayson and Lesley. Loved and idolised by his best friend and brother, Tyrese. Loved by sisters Shayla, Sydney and Jordan. Adored Mokopuna of John and Louise Kennedy*, Cherished by his Paka, Michael Tuhi. Adored by his Nanny Tina and Lindsay. Dearly loved Nephew, Cousin, Uncle, Mate and dedicated teammate of so many. Our hearts are broken. Our big blue-eyed beautiful boy has grown his wings far too soon.
koe kua whetūrangatia
ki te korowai o Ranginui
koe kua wehe atu ki te pō
Ki tua i te ārai
Ki te okiokinga
O ō tatou tīpuna
Haere, haere, haere
Moe Mai ra e mana tane
You who have been adorned as stars
In the heavens
You who have been departed to the night
Beyond the veil
To the resting place
Of our Ancestors
Farewell, farewell, farewell
Sleep our mana tane
A service to celebrate Kyah’s life will be held on Friday, 29th of April at Te Rau Aroha Marae 12 Bradshaw Street, Bluff at 11am. Or you can view a Livestream at: https://livestream.com/accounts72885/kyahkennedy
Messages to “Kennedy Whanau” Te Rau Aroha Marae 12 Bradshaw Street, Bluff 9814, or you can go to Kyah’s tribute page at: https://mwfunerals.co.nz/s/kyah
KING, Andrew James:
After a courageous fight Andrew passed away on Sunday 24 April, 2022, surrounded by his loving family and Susan. Much loved son of Mavis and *Brian. Adored husband of Jane (nee Napper), and father of Stephanie and Ben. Loved brother and brother-in-law of John and Evette, Laura and *Doug, Rose and Victor, and Matthew; Mary and Allan, Ruth and Phillip, Diane and Mark, Susan and Jeffrey, Geoffrey and Sandra. Loved by nieces and nephews all over the world. A service to celebrate Andrew’s life will be held in J Fraser & Sons’ Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill on Friday 29 April at 10:30am. Please wear bright colours. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Southland would be appreciated and can be made at the service. Special thanks to Dr’s Hastilow and Kelly, and Dunedin Oncology staff for their care. Also to the Hospice team especially Kate, Rowan, and Annette during Andrew’s final hours. Messages can be sent to 27 Helmsdale Street, Invercargill 9810 or to Andrew’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes. If you are feeling at all unwell please stay at home and watch the livestream of the service from his tribute page.
MILLER, Clementina Margaret (Margaret):
Peacefully, on Monday, April 25, 2022, in the loving care of the staff at Windsor Park Care Home, in her 99th year. Dearly loved wife of Brian*, beloved mother and mother-in-law of Marian and Greg, Nicol, Malcom and Debbie, Linda and Miles, Laurie and Brenda, Derek and Tania, and much loved and loving Nanna to her sixteen grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. A service to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held in Southern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, on Saturday, April 30, at 2.00pm, private cremation.
‘A Life well lived’
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hokonui St John Ambulance service. Messages to: Miller family, c/- 17 Gilkison Street, Halfway Bush, Dunedin 9010. (*denotes deceased)
ROUSE, Indaka David:
Tragically taken as a result of an accident on 22nd April 2022, aged 16 years. Adored son of Aleisha and Danny. Loved brother of Sativa, Josh, Maddox and Knox. Loving grandson to Leanna and William, Ronnie and Nikki. Dearly loved by all his Grandparents, Aunties, Uncles, Cousins, and extended family. A service to celebrate Indaka’s life will be held on Saturday 30th April 2022, at Te Rau Aroha Marae 12 Bradshaw Street, Bluff at 1pm (Time Change) followed by a private cremation. Messages to 21 Burrow Street, Bluff or you can go to Indaka’s tribute page at: https://mwfunerals.co.nz/s/indaka
SELLWOOD, Reta Agnes (nee Taylor):
22.10.1929 – 22.9.2021
Peacefully, with family by her side, at Rowena Jackson Retirement Village; aged 91 years. Very much loved by the late Jim, adored Mum and mother-in-law of the late Lex and Diane, Shona and Fred Fedele (Riverton), Neville and Wendy (Alexandra), Philip and Jeanette (Orepuki), idolised Nana of her 11 grandchildren, much loved Nana Reta of her 18 great-grandchildren and much loved Reta of Marley and Jan. A memorial service for Reta will be held at Southern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, on Friday, April 29, at 1.00pm, followed by ashes interment for both Reta and Jim at Charlton Park Cemetery. Messages to 34 James Street, Riverton 9822.
STEELE, Konnor Lee:
Tragically as the result of an accident along with his friends, on Friday 22nd April 2022. Aged 16 years. Adored son of Dean and Debbie (Coote). Lifelong friend and brother of Josh and partner Jazz. Treasured grandson of Roy and Denise Coote (Bluff). Margaret Kelly and the late Daryl Steele. Loved nephew and cousin of the wider Coote, Steele, Goodman, Kelly and Eriksson families. A farewell to celebrate Konnor’s life will be held in the Bluff Rugby Club on Thursday 28th April 2022, at 1pm, followed by an interment at the Green Point Cemetery. Or you can view a livestream at: http://livestream.com/accounts/10730215/events/10358964
Messages to 41 Pilcher Street, Bluff, or you can visit Konnor’s tribute page at: https://mwfunerals.co.nz/s/konnor
STEELE, Konnor Lee:
Tragically taken from us Friday 22nd April 2022. Dearly loved nephew, cousin and best mate to Donna and Rangi, Jesse and Ruby, Tayla and Jayleel. Although you’ve been taken way too soon, you’ll live on forever in our thoughts and hearts. Rest in love our little mate, we will miss you so much xx
STEELE, Konnor Lee:
You have been, and always will be a fantastic cousin, friend, support, and role model to Kian. We miss you mate and always will. Rest in love Tracey, Jason and Kian
STIRLING, Daphne Beryl:
Peacefully at Southland Hospital on Sunday, 24th April 2022, aged 88 years. Dearly loved wife of the late George (Geordie). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Neville and Barbara, Robert and Norma, Janette and Michael Cody, Warren and Lynnette, Karen Finn, Trevor and Donna, Kerry and Bridget. Loved Grandma and Great Grandma of all her grandchildren. Messages to 272 Hundred Line Road, RD 3, Winton. avenalpark.co.nz
TAWHAI, Omaruhuatau Otuwhare Apanui:
Devastatingly as the result of an unforeseen accident on Friday afternoon, April 22, 2022. Aged 17 years. Son and baby of Amanda Chalmers and Te Teira Tawhai. Baby brother, treasure and bruv of Jai Stewart, Te Amo (Tamara) Tawhai, Te Awhimate (Awhi) Tawhai. Cherished and loved mokopuna of Joy Ann Te Whenua and the late Allan (Chook) Johnstone, Fergus Chalmers, Minnie Tawhai nee (Tuuta) and Wiremu Tawhai. Loved nephew, kuku boy, cousin, uncle, and bro. Taonga to his whanau and friends. A farewell to celebrate Maru and his short but impactful life, will be held at Nga Hau E Wha, 193 Conon Street, Invercargill. Thursday, April 28, 2022, at 11:00am. Followed by an interment at the Eastern Invercargill Cemetery. Messages to 10 Argyle Street. avenalpark.co.nz
WOHLERS, John Francis (Herc):
Unexpectedly, at home. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Alan*, Brian, Eileen and David Gratton (UK), Kathleen and Lewis Pagan, Neil and Robyn, Robin and Lynn, Patricia (Pat) (Perth), and Terence*. Dearly loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Herc’s life will be held in the Invercargill Working Men’s Club, 154 Esk Street, Invercargill on Friday, 29th April at 2:00pm. The link to access the service by livestream is on the Avenal Park website, obituaries page under Herc, click on the link provided. Messages to the Wohlers Family, PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840. avenalpark.co.nz
