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HAMMOND-TOOKE, Graeme David:
Retired Dunedin Hospital Neurologist and Otago Medical School Associate Professor, peacefully, after a series of strokes, on October 25, 2026; aged 76 years. Much loved husband of Jill for 47 years, father of Cally and her partner Brendan, Richard Aspinall and his partner Sophie, and grandsons Theodore, and Rafferty (Melbourne). Graeme will also be much missed by his only brother Ricky, and his nieces and nephews. A lifelong learner and academic (MB BCH, FRNZCP, MSc (London), and Phd (University of the Witwatersrand)), Graeme loved all music from Opera (especially Wagner) to rock and classical guitar and enjoyed composing. He was a member of the Dunedin City Choir for more than 20 years, until his first stroke 2 years ago. He remained a kind, polite man, with an innate sense of duty and fairness, and appreciated the wonderful care provided over the past 10 months by the dedicated staff at Redroofs Lifecare, especially when they fed him ice-cream. A Memorial Service for Graeme will be held in Hope and Sons Chapel, 523 Andersons Bay Road, at 11am on Saturday October 31. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Neurological Foundation of New Zealand would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to J McIlraith, PO Box 10068, Halfway Bush, Dunedin 9042 or via the tab below where you will also find the Livestream and Donations links.
HOLLAND, Gary John (Killarney):
Suddenly at Christchurch Hospital on Wednesday October 21, 2026. Dearly loved husband of Joanne, Treasured Dad of Ricky, Paddy and Danae. Adored Grandad of Linkin; Dylan, and Cru. Loved Son, Son-in-law, Brother and Brother-in-law, Uncle and special friend to many. “Loved forever” A service for Gary will be held on Wednesday October 28, at 1.00 pm, in the Town and Country Club Stadium, 2 Bury street, Gore, then on to Charlton Park Cemetery for his interment. Messages to 12 East Chatton Road, Maitland, RD3, Gore 9773
In Loving Memory of Joseph (Jeonggeun) Hong:
It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the sudden and unexpected passing of Joseph Hong (Jeonggeun Hong) on Saturday, October 24th. Joseph was the beloved husband of Jackie Lee (Bongja Lee) and the devoted father of Jr. Joseph. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, colleagues at SIT, customers of Korean Bob, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. His warmth, kindness, and cheerful smile touched many lives and will be remembered forever. A service to celebrate Joseph’s life and say our final goodbyes will be held at J Fraser & Sons on Friday, October 30th at 11:00 AM.
KEANE, Brenda Charlotte Ann:
On October 24, 2026, peacefully with family by her side at Dunstan Hospital; aged 76 years. Loved and loving wife of Chris (Bulldog)*, loved Mum of Michael and Sarah, Paula and Andrew, Nathan and Kate, and Donna* and Glen, and a loving and proud Nana of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. (*denotes deceased) Thank you to the dedicated staff of Dunstan Hospital for their care and support of Brenda and her family. At Brenda's wish a private cremation will take place. Messages to the Keane Family c/- 868 Poolburn Moa Creek Road, RD2, Oturehua or via email [email protected].
KITTO, Ewen Ross:
On Thursday October 22, at Yvette Williams Retirement Village, Dunedin; aged 82 years. Loved husband of Lee*, very much-loved Dad of Trevor and Colleen, Ann-Maree and Jason Lines, Andrew and Emma, and Sarah-Jane, loved Poppa of Lily, Vinny, and Quade; Auriel, Shelisa, Crystalyn, and Taraleigh; Lilly; Ashton, Georgia, and Hamish, and Great-Poppa of Avanaliya, and a loved brother, brother-in-law, and uncle of his brothers, sisters, and their families. (*denoted deceased) A service to celebrate Ewen's life will be held in the Clyde Volunteer Fire Brigade Station, 44 Sunderland Street, Clyde at 11.00am on Wednesday October 28, followed by burial at Clyde Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the Clyde Volunteer Fire Brigade would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Kitto family c/- P.O.Box 31, Alexandra 9340.
NYHON, Amber Mary:
On Saturday October 24, 2026, Amber passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends; aged 41 years. Devoted mother of Ashlyn, and Bowie, loving Wife to Shane, cherished daughter of Robyn and Brian, and sister to Lee, and newly found sister to Heidi, Kirk, PJ, & Claire, and the bestest bestie to Anna, Abby, Camyce, Dee, & Ange. A service to celebrate Amber's life will be held at The Orchard Garden, 756 Dunstan Road, Alexandra at 2.00pm on Wednesday October 28 followed by a final cruise. Children are of course welcome. The service will be livestreamed at www.affinity.co.nz. No flowers please, your love and support are more than enough.