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Loading...JACOBSON, Allan Robert Bailie:
Peacefully on Thursday August 13th, 2026. Loved husband of Jan for 55 years. Loved father and father-in-law of Sara and Richard Bain, Christine, Geoff and Jacqui. Much loved grandad of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loved brother and brother-in-law of John and Margie, Lynne, Graham and Karen. Loved uncle of his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Allan’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr. Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, at 1.30pm on Thursday August 20th. Jan and Allan’s family wish to thank Rowena Jackson staff for the beautiful care of Allan. Messages to 29 Dublin Street or at Allan’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes.
PADLIE, Nigel Hurd:
Passed away suddenly on 13 July 2026, aged 53. Loved soulmate of Kathleen. Cherished father of Danielle, Jackson, Keegan, Caleb, Paige, and Ruben. Loved son of Charlie and Patricia (both late). Loved brother and brother-in-law of the late Kelvin, Derek and Nicole (Australia), Shane and Lynette (Invercargill). Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews, especially Devon and Asher. Loved cousin of many.
Gone way too soon.
Until we meet again.
"Kia Tau Te Rangimãrie"
A memorial service for Nigel will be held on 23 September at 4pm in Knox Presbyterian Church, 115 Pomona Street, Invercargill. Messages can be sent to 81 Venus Street, Invercargill 9812 or to Nigel’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
Vaineritua: Tangiroa (Tangi):
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Tangiroa Vaineritua on 12 August 2026, surrounded by his loved ones at Peacehaven, Invercargill. Cherished partner of Jenny. Loved father of Darryl and Rachel, Wynetta and Danny, Orlando* and Leah. Loved grandfather of Michael, Rachee, Hayden, Jess, Giahanni, Drome, Draylon, Joshua, Jaicie and Quintin. Loved by all of his great grandchildren. Tangi will rest at 35 Tiwai Road, Invercargill, with his whānau until his final journey. To celebrate his life, a service will be held at the Southland Crematorium on Monday, 17 August 2026, at 11 am. Messages can be left on Tangi's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz, where a link to the livestream can be found.
We are incredibly grateful for the love, laughter and memories he gave us throughout his life. He will remain forever in our hearts.
Acknowledgements and Memoriam's:
SMITH, John Francis:
Marjory, Paul, Debbie and families sincerely thank all the lovely people who supported us during the sad time of John’s sudden passing. To the many friends who attended his funeral service and those who travelled to the graveside at Orepuki, our grateful thanks. To Betty Fox for her amazing service and comfort to the family, and to Jayden Smith for honoring John with his bagpipes, thank you so much. Our grateful thanks to the Waimahaka Fire Brigade members and members of other Brigades who provided the guard of honour for John both at the service and at Orepuki, You did him proud. We would also like to acknowledge the kindness of the many who sent cards and messages of sympathy, also gifts of baking and flowers to the family. Your loving thoughts and support at this time will never be forgotten. The family would also like to thank the staff of Rowena Jackson and St John Ambulance for their help and support, as well as the many who gave a donation to St John at the service.
“Our giant Totara has fallen but his love lingers on”