Invercargill Funeral Notices - Saturday 10th January

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ALLISON, Peter:
(Of Gore) Suddenly at home on Monday, January 5, 2026, aged 80 years. Deeply loved husband of Meryl, loved Dad and father-in-law of Sharon (Sydney), *Stephen, Gail and Grant Allison-Harris (Cromwell), Lindon (Te Anau); loved grandad and great-grandad of Riley, Uriah, Zaveah; Elisha, Falisha; Owain, Charlotte, Delilah, and Claude; loved brother and brother-in-law of David and Colleen (Gore), Claire and Doug Ryan (Cambridge), Mark and Sandra (Gore), loved brother-in-law of the Swain family of Brydone and loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. At Peter's request, a private cremation has been held. Messages to: 126 Kakapo Street, Gore 9710. (*denotes deceased)

BAKER, Wendy Lee:
At southland Hospital on Sunday 4 January 2026; with Sally by her side; aged 92 years. Loved daughter of the late George and Reta, adored Godmother of Sally Wilson, special Aunt Wendy to Roger, Andrew, Kate and the extended Hayes family. Life member of the Citizens Advice Bureau and a life member of the Southland Croquet Club. A private cremation has been held. In honouring Wendy’s wishes her ashes will be laid to rest with her beloved parents. Messages to 37 Mauchline Street Wallacetown 9816.

BEDLE, Jillian:
Peacefully, with family, at Lakes District Hospital, Queenstown, on Friday, January 2, 2026, aged 87. Deeply loved wife of Peter* for 61 years, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Deborah, and Simon and Hayley. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Jocelyn* and Cliff* Broad, Judy and Graeme* Peters, Gretta and Owen Thomas, Owen* and Caroline* Beadle, Bruce* and Anne Beadle, Jean* and Nicol* Thomson, Beryl* and Harold* Holmes; and much loved aunt of her nieces and nephews. Loved step-grandmother and great-grandmother of Terrianne, Amit, Rohan and Krish; Heidi, Ros, Maisie and Adrian. Jill has come to the end of a wonderful life, enriched by music, art and family. Her legacy lives on through her family and the beautiful music she composed. Jill's family give heartfelt thanks to the Lakes District Hospital medical and nursing teams and to Hospice Southland for their exceptional care of Jill and support for her family. Messages to PO Box 96, Arrowtown 9351. No flowers please. Donations to Hospice Southland in Jill's name would be appreciated. A private family service has been held.
"Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything." - Plato (*denotes deceased).

BRASS, Lorraince:
Peacefully at Oxford Court Rest Home, Dunedin, on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, aged 86. Loved and loving wife of Ron for 65 years. Wonderful and loved mother and mother-in-law of Murray and Julie, Phil and Sela, and Jeff and Carrie. A loved Grandma of Bethan and Tim, Hannah, Grace; Melody and Paul; Zoe and Steve; Connie and Paul, and Frankie (August). A loved Great-Grandma of all her great-grandchildren. With thanks to the staff of Oxford Court for the care and friendship they showed Lorraine. A Service to Celebrate the life of Lorraine will be held at Caversham Baptist Church, 239 South Road, at 1.00pm on Tuesday, January 13, followed by interment in Dunedin Cemetery. Messages C/o Oxford Court, 164 Oxford Street, Dunedin 9010.

CARTWRIGHT, Margaret:
On January 8, 2026, peacefully, at Dunedin Hospital; aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of Thomas*, loved mother and mother-in-law of Tom and Rita, loved Nana of Rouchelle*, Kenneth, Maxine, Liam and Cooper. A dear friend to many. A special thank you to the staff and carers at Brooklands and Mossbrae for their care of Margaret. A service for Margaret will be held in the Mosgiel Presbyterian Church, 11 Church Street, Mosgiel at 10.30am on Thursday, January 15. Messages to the Cartwright Family, 3 Cosgrove Place, Brooklands, Mosgiel 9024. (*denotes deceased).

COATS, Michael:
Loving father of Deanne and Janelle (Auckland). Jenny and Bill Scott (Bannockburn), Garry and Christine (Mataura), and Daphne (Invercargill), are saddened to advise the passing of their elder brother, Michael, on Monday, December 22, 2025. A memorial service in Gore will be advised at a later date.
"When tomorrow starts without me, don't think we're far apart,
Every time you think of me, I'm right here in your heart."
Messages to PO Box 78, Cromwell 9342.

DENSEM, Lindsay:
Peacefully on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at Clutha Views Lifecare; aged 79 years. At Lindsay's request, a private cremation has been held. A gathering to celebrate Lindsay's life will be held in Riverton at a later date. Messages to 29 Chaucer Street, Milton 9220.

GARDNER, Jane:
Born July 25, 1963, in Tuatapere, Southland. Passed away suddenly at home in Christchurch on January 2, 2026. Much loved daughter of Jim and Carol Gardner. Devoted mother of Joshua. Dearly loved sister of Jill, Blue, and Kelly. Cherished grandmother to Ella, Aaliyah, Ryder, Harlem, Addi and Rocky. Naughty fun-loving Aunty to Angus, Rory, Finn, Freddy, Mae, Samantha, Stella, Emily, and Mason. Jane brought love, light and laughter into every life she touched and will be so desperately missed by her family. Rest in peace. Messages to the Gardner family, c/o PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A private committal has been held. A memorial to celebrate Jane's life will be held at a later date. Please email Kelly at [email protected] if you would like to be notified of this information.

NEILSON, Lloyd Fenwick:
Of Invercargill. Passed away on Thursday 8 January 2026 at the age of 83 years, surrounded by his loving family. Dearly loved husband of * Lynette. Much loved father and father-in-law of Aaron and Mary, Kirsten and James Watson. Adored grandad of Eve and Ben, Leah and Stef, Elizabeth, Jack. Special great grandad to Eden. Loved Uncle of Reirani, and * Jacqui Taurima, Kim, and Brad Stuart, and their families. A service to celebrate Lloyd’s life will be held at J Fraser and Sons' Chapel, corner of Esk and Doon Streets Invercargill on Tuesday 13 January 2026 at 10:30am, followed by the interment at Eastern Cemetery. Messages can be sent to 110 Leith Road, Winton 9781 or to Lloyds’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes. (*denotes deceased).

MARNANE, David:
Passed away peacefully on the evening of January 5, 2026, at home with family, aged 71 years. Dearly loved husband of Helen. Much loved father and father-in-law of Michelle, Mike, Pauline and Stu. Precious Dave to Ayla, Molly and Hunter. Special companion of Mace. Loved and respected by wider family, and a true mate and loyal friend to many. In accordance with Dave's wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to 15 Midlane Crescent, Appleby, Richmond 7020.

ROBERTSON, Karen Ann:
Surrounded by her family, peacefully on the 8th January 2026 at Southland Hospital. Beloved wife of Keith*. Loved Mum of Brendon and Georgia, Leona and Kerry, Craig and Kylie. Loved Nan and Nana of her 11 grandchildren, who she cherished dearly. A loved daughter of Kevin* and Pearl* Wyattt. A loved sister of Gillian, Vincent and Joanne*. The family would like to thank all the staff at Vickery Court for their love and care of Karen over the years. A service for Karen will be held at St Theresa’s Church, 40 Perth St, Invercargill on Tuesday 13th January 2026 at 10.30am. Messages for the Robertson family can be sent to PO Box 632, Invercargill 9840 or leave a message on Karen’s tribute page mwfunerals.co.nz/s/karen. *Denotes deceased.

SHADBOLT, Sir Timothy Richard (Tim):
Early on Thursday 8 January 2026. Aged 78 years. Loved son of the late Donald Shadbolt and Josien Kral/ Shadbolt. Loved partner of Asha.
Loved father of Robert, Rueben and Benjamin Shadbolt ( Auckland) and Declan Lawton-Dutt ( Invercargill). Loved brother and friend/brother-in-law of Rodney Shadbolt and Sue ( Helensville) and Peter and Annette Kral ( Christchurch). Loved grandfather and uncle of his many grandchildren and niece/nephews.
Kua hinga te tōtara i Te Waonui-a-Tāne
A public service to celebrate Sir Tim’s life will be held in The Civic Theatre, 88 Tay Street, Invercargill, at 2.00pm, on Friday January 16. Private thereafter. " As a mark of respect to Sir Tim it is requested that attendees wear formal, dark, mourning attire. Dark Lounge suit for men." Messages may be sent to The Shadbolt Family, Private Bag 90104, Invercargill 9840.
Digital messages may be left at Sir Tim’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream is available. More on Sir Tim's public funeral service Final Tribute Set For Sir Tim Shadbolt - Public Funeral Service

SHAND, Kathryn:
From having a wine on the deck one day, to leaving this world the next, we are heartbroken to announce that our darling mum has passed away in the wee hours of January 8, 2026. Stephen, Lisa, Angee and Dani were by her side as she slipped peacefully away to join her beloved Eddie. While they are deeply saddened, they and their wider whānau including Sio, Steve, Bruce, CJ, Seren, and JP, are relieved that she hasn't suffered longer than she needed to. Mum would have loved it if her "boarding school kids" (Tina, Jackie and Tony) were there but this took us all by surprise, including Aunty Kath. Our Mum was very clear in her wishes, so we have arranged a private cremation. We invite you to raise a glass to Kath (and perhaps make a donation to Central Otago Community Hospice) in the days ahead. We would like to thank the beautiful souls who have been with us through this journey, from Health Central, Otago Community Hospice and most recently Dunstan Hospital. Mum also appreciated the care of her surgical teams in Dunedin and Christchurch, along with the everyday care of Katya, Abby and the rest of the team. There will be no formal celebration of mum's life but if you would like to share a memory, a photo or just get in touch, please email [email protected] to share your thoughts with the family.

SIMMERS, David:
It is with sadness we announce the passing of David Simmers at his home, on Monday, January 5, 2026, aged 86. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of the late Jenny. Much loved father and father-in-law of Jeff and Kath Simmers (Waikoikoi), Kath and Dave Keown (Hāwea Flat) and Alistair and Joanie Simmers (New Plymouth). Much loved grandfather of Thomas and Hannah, Ben and Emma, Angus and Kate; Millie and Thomas, Harriet and Rémy and Stella; Amy, Caitlin, Indie, Asher; and great-grandfather. A service to celebrate David's life will be held at Wānaka Presbyterian Church, 94 Tenby Street, on Wednesday, January 21, at 1.30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations are kindly accepted to Saint Johns Ambulance. Messages to 91 Glenshee Road, RD1, Gore 9771.

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