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Loading...DAVEY, Peter Thomas:
Peacefully after a short illness on September 10 at Clutha Health First; aged 68 years. Dearly loved husband of Zea, loved step-dad of Carol, and a loved brother of his twin sisters Sharon, and Lynn.
"Peter will be sadly missed by his family and friends"
A service to celebrate Peter's life will be held on Friday, September 18 at 1:30pm in the South Otago Town & Country Club, 1 Yarmouth Street, Balclutha, followed by private cremation. For those unable to attend the service, a livestream link will be available on Leishman's website. Messages to 12 Barr Street, Balclutha 9230.
McGRATH, Michael Joseph:
Passed away peacefully, aged 70 years, on September 12th, 2026. Much loved Dad and father-in law to Anneka and Mark Townshend, and Sarah. Much loved brother to all his siblings. A service to celebrate Mike’s life will be held at the Lumsden Hall, on Tuesday 15th September, at 1.30pm, followed by light refreshments, followed by burial at Lumsden Cemetery. Messages to 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, 9710. Southern Funeral Home FDANZ
SOPER, Bevan Murdoch:
25/08/1977 - 10/09/2026 - Passed away at Dunedin Hospital on 10th September, 2026. Beloved husband of Heather, cherished father of Taine, Reece, and Logan. Dearly loved son of the late Mark and Judy, Stephanie and Baz, loved brother to Christy, Harry, Andrew, and Jacob. Treasured uncle, cousin, and friend to many.
"Forever in our hearts"
A service to celebrate Bevan's life will be held in the Southern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, Wednesday, 16th September, at 1pm, followed by light refreshments, then leaving for private cremation. Donations for the Otago Rescue Helicopter may kindly be left at the service. Messages to 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, 9710. Southern Funeral Home FDANZ
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