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Loading...GREER, John Acheson:
Passed away peacefully on Saturday September 19th 2026 in his 79th year. Dearly loved husband of Trish. Much loved father and father in law of Simon and Susannah, Bridget and Ben, and the late Peter. Cherished grandfather John of Ada, Willa, Harriet and Millie. A service to celebrate John’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill at 10:30am on Friday 25th of September. Messages to 8 George Street, Winton 9720 or John's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream link can be found.
KING, Ian Philip:
Sadly Ian left us on Saturday 19th of September 2026. A cherished husband, soulmate and companion of Glennis. Devoted father and father-in-law of Jason and Vanessa; Sarah; Andrew and Tiana. Loving granddad of Jess, Michael and Jessie; Lainey, and Krissy. Great poppa of Conroy, Kiarah, Anahera, and Mateo. Holding a special place in the hearts of Karlee, and Michael John; Arlo, and Ryder; Goldey, Rubious, and Pearl. A service to celebrate the life and times of Ian will be held at 1pm , Friday 25th September at Windsor Community Church, 19 Windsor Street , Invercargill. Followed by a private family interment . Messages to 199 McIvor Road, RD6 Inverargill. 9876 or to Ian's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
KING, Ian Philip:
Dearly loved son of Eleanor* and Philip* King. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Lloyd and Pam, Peter*; Shona* and Brent Andrews; Joan* and Harold* Dallard; Ron* Sycamore; Graham and Bernie Sycamore. A much loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. * Denotes deceased
LILLICRAPP, Verdon John (VJ):
Peacefully at Southland Hospital on Saturday, September 19, 2026, aged 98 years. Loved husband of the late Nola, loved Dad and father-in-law of Darrell and Wendy (Blenheim), Nigel and Jenny (Clyde), Robin and Wendy (Brisbane); and loved Grandad and great-Grandad of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. As per VJ's wishes a private cremation has taken place. Messages to: 47 Adams Lane, Springlands, Blenheim 7201. Southern Funeral Home FDANZ.
NICHOLSON, Shirley June:
It is with profound sadness and endless love, we announce the passing of our beautiful Mum, Shirley, who passed away peacefully at home on 21 September 2026, surrounded by her family. Treasured Mum of Doyle, Miranda and Renee, and mother-in-law of Jackie, Dave and Trent. Deeply loved Grandma whose grandchildren brought her much pride and joy.
"Fly free"
Our heartfelt thanks to the teams from District Nursing and Hospice Southland for their exceptional compassion and support of Shirley and our family. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland would be greatly appreciated. A service to celebrate Shirley's life will be held at J Fraser & Sons Chapel, Cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, on 24 September at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation.
Messages to 251 Talbot Street, Hargest, Invercargill, 9810 or on Shirley's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream link can be found.
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