Invercargill Funeral Notices
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DENNIS, Martin Christopher:
Of Woodlands. Passed peacefully at home surrounded by loving family on Thursday 12 February 2026, in his 82nd year. Much loved husband of Pam. Loved father and father-in-law of Chris Dennis, Nicky and Ross Wells, Andy and Fi Dennis, Jo and Paul Johnstone, Brendan and Netty Dennis. Loved Pop of Daniel, Samantha, Bex, and Kirsty; Laura, and Logan; Hare, Livvy, Riley, Meadow, and Peyton; Katie, Jack, and Gracie; and Great-Pop Martin of Tommy, Ellie, James, and Bella. RIP.
Requiem Mass will be celebrated in St Theresa's Catholic Church, Perth Street, Invercargill on Tuesday 17 February at 2:30pm followed by interment at Woodlands Cemetery. According to Martin's wishes, bright colours are to be worn. Messages can be sent to 161 Edendale-Woodlands Highway, RD1 Invercargill 9871, or to Martin's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a link to the livestream of the Mass will be available.
HEALEY, John:
Passed away after a short illness, at Gore Hospital, on Friday, February 13, 2026, aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of Erin for 20 years. Father of Peter, Kathleen, Brendan*, Craig*, and Maria, and his grandchildren. Dearly loved brother of Graham, Gerry, and his sister, Mary. At Pat's request, a private cremation has been held. Messages to 24 Main Street, Mataura 9712.
(*denotes deceased).
ROBERTSON, James:
Former Four Square grocer, Mosgiel, J Force veteran 635452 and Life Member, resident at Radius Fulton, Caversham.
Born in Riverton, November 1, 1924, passed peacefully, on February 14, 2026; aged 101 years. Devoted husband of Helen* (nee Roff), much loved father and father-in-law of Joan, Heather and Brent* McDonald, Stewart and Marie Ann, Kaye and Murray Johnson, and Ann and Mark Muellenbruik, proud grandfather of 13 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Thank you to the staff at Radius Fulton for their wonderful care and dedication to Jim. A celebration of Jim's life will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 11.00am, on February 28. Messages to 18 Coach Road, Fairfield, Dunedin 9018. (*denotes deceased).
SMITH, Betty:
Peacefully, in the wonderful care of Elloughton Gardens, on February 10, 2026, aged 90. Beloved wife of the late Stan, dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Jill (Jicca) and Sylvia, Lesley and Sam, Keith and Maree, Ross and Fiona, Nana to Justin and Rachel, Simon and Selena, Lauren and Tom, Karl, Sian and Vaughan, Casey and Jacob, Jess and Harrison, Gabby and Scott. Great-grandmother to Lucy, River, Danni and Felix, Caleb, the late Cole, Hayden, Paige, Teddy. In keeping with family wishes, a private family gathering has been held. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Child Cancer. Messages to the Smith family, c/- PO Box 772, Timaru 7940.
Acknowledgements and Memoriam's:
RYDER, Mervyn:
(Merv from Makarewa)
16 February 2021
Five years today you left us
Best friend, much-loved and greatly missed husband of Karen, a wonderful and respected stepdad, Grandad, Great-Grandad, son-in-law, brother, uncle, and friend.
I miss you more than anyone knows
As time goes by the emptiness grows
I laugh, I talk, I play my part
But behind my smile is a broken heart.
