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GIBBS, Leah Ann (née Brookland):
Aged 43 years young
Leah passed away peacefully and surrounded with so much love. Much loved and devoted wife of Chris, and adored mummy of Eden. Cherished and loved daughter of Alison and Mike Harvey, and Bob Brookland. Dearly loved sister of Ange Brookland. Loved daughter- in-law of Trish and the late John Gibbs and sister-in-law of Nick. Much loved aunty of Corbyn, Maia, Harry, and Arlo Fletcher and their partners, and of Milla Gibbs. Leah had the kindest heart and a gentle, caring soul, bringing warmth and light to everyone fortunate enough to know her. Leah will be deeply loved and forever missed. Always held close in our hearts. Special thanks to all the caring staff at Hospice Southland. You are all amazing. A service to celebrate Leah’s life will be held in the Ascot Park Hotel on Wednesday, the 8th of April 2026 at 1.00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland would be gratefully appreciated and may be left at the service. If you wish to view the service via livestream please go to the Avenal Park website, Obituaries page and click the link on Leah’s page. Messages to the L Gibbs Family, c/- PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9810.
GIBBS, Leah Ann (née Brookland):
My beautiful daughter Leah has passed away, leaving a space in my heart that can never be filled.
Loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
Forever my girl
Love Dad and Gail x
GIBBS, Leah Ann (née Brookland):
To our amazing friend Leah
You were more than a friend, you are our family
Thank you for every moment, every laugh, every memory.
We will love you forever xx
Absolutely broken hearted
Love the Voorkamps x
JAMIESON, Astrid Joan:
Peacefully with her loving family by her side on Sunday, 5th April 2026 in the care of Southland Hospital, aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of the late John. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Steven, Ray and Tere, and Tracey and Shane. Loved grandmother and great grandmother of Alex, Callum, John, Jennifer, Spencer, Gregory, Arthur, and Vaughn. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Owen and Judy*, and Inga* and Rob*. A service to celebrate Astrid’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street on Thursday, 9th April at 11:00am. The service will conclude with the interment at Greenpoint Cemetery arriving approximately at 1.45pm. Astrid’s family would like to thank the Medical Ward Staff, Southland Hospital, for their wonderful care of their mother. Messages to 128 Marine Parade, Bluff 9814
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