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ALCOCK, Raymond Gordon (Ray):
Peacefully on Tuesday 3rd of November 2026 in his 89th year. Dearly loved husband of Sally. Much loved father and father-in-law of Lee and Pete, and Maria and Richard. Cherished grandfather of Lydia, Ben, Mac, and Will. Beloved son of the late Norman and Doris Alcock, and brother of Verna and the late John Rutherford. Ray will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his family. A private family service has been held. Messages to 251 Herbert Street, Invercargill 9810.
KIRBY, Brian Owen:
(formerly of Seaward Downs), Peacefully after a short illness, at home in Edendale on Thursday, November 5, 2026, in his 85th year. Loving husband and partner of Jean, loved and respected Dad and father-in-law of Steven; Jillian and John Graham; treasured Poppa of Jacob and Rebecca, Tessa and Rory, Estee; Ashleigh and Tom, Laura and Henrietta; and great-Poppa of Eloise, and Florence. Loved brother-in-law of Nancy and *John Graham, Lynley and *Wayne Abbott, Anne and *Robert Shaw, Betty and Gordon Lee, and loved Uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate the life of Brian will be held at the Edendale Presbyterian Church, Crn of Brydone and Melvin Streets, Edendale on Monday, November 9th at 1.00pm, followed by refreshments before leaving for the Edendale Cemetery. Donations may be given to Hospice Southland. Messages to: 29 Manse Street, Edendale 9825. (*denotes deceased). Southern Funeral Home. FDANZ.
PARATA, Helen Dora:
On Thursday 5th November, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at Southland Hospital. Dearly loved wife of Joe and mum of Madison, and Joseph. A loved step-mum of Tetae, Moe, Tahi, and Tama. Nana Helen to all of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. A beloved sister, sister-in-law, and Aunty. A memorial celebration of Helen’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Monday 9 November at 2:00pm. To view the service via livestream please visit the Avenal Park website and click the link on Helen’s obituary page. Messages to 12 Short Street, Richmond, Invercargill 9810.
Acknowledgements and Memoriam's:
MOUAT, Aiden Michael:
12.3.1985 - 5.11.2001
In memory of our precious son lost 25 years ago. Of all the special things in life, however great or small, To have you as our son was the greatest gift of all. A special time, a special face, A special son we cannot replace. With an aching heart we whisper low, We miss you son and love you so. Love and miss you every day Blondie. Mum, Dad and Fox xxx.