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Loading...BEAN, Robin Lewis (Bill):
Passed away suddenly but peacefully on Friday 7th August, aged 82. Dearly loved husband of Jill, Cherished father and father-in-law of Shayna and Simon, Amanda, and Erika and Caleb. Much loved grandad of William and Hugo. A funeral service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held at Southland Crematorium commencing at 11 AM on Wednesday 12th August. Messages can be sent to 69 Bond Street, Invercargill or left on Bill’s tribute page at Distinctfunerals.co.nz
DONALDSON, Wilma Agnes (nee Jaffray):
Passed away peacefully in the care of Vickery Court Resthome, Invercargill, on Monday 3 August 2026. Aged 82 years. Loved wife of the late Ian. Dearly loved Mum of Hunter, James, Craig and Sharon, Patrina, Scott and Paola. Treasured Gran of Kate and Sam, Ruby and Marshall, Emily, Georgia, William, Amanda, Maya, Antonella, and Santiago. Younger sister to Jennifer and Keith Finnie. Bubbly Aunt to all her nieces and nephews. A special thank you to all the staff at Vickery Court for their wonderful care of Wilma.
“At home with her Lord and Saviour”
A service to celebrate Wilma’s life will be held in the Windsor Community Church, 19 Windsor Street, Windsor, Invercargill, on Tuesday 11 August at 1.30pm. Followed by a private cremation. Messages to 183 Roslyn Road, RD 6 Invercargill 9876 or to Wilma’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream link of Wilma’s service is available.
Annette, Toni, Glen, Leah, James and families.
JOHNSON, Trevor:
Suddenly, after a short illness, at Arvida Care Centre, Queenstown, on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, aged 94 years. Cherished and deeply loved husband of Molly*. Respected and dearly loved father, father-in-law and best mate of Kevin and Bernadette. Treasured and dearly loved Grandad of Michelle and Hayden, Nicola and Mike, Mike and Kirsten, and Tim. Adored Great-Grandad of Sophie and Emily; Louie; and Harry and Greer. "In Our Hearts Forever"
A much-loved son, brother and uncle, at peace with his dear Molly. A service to celebrate Trevor's life, will be held in Lake Hayes Pavilion, 719 Lake Hayes-Arrow Junction Highway, Queenstown, on Tuesday, August 11, at 1.00pm, followed by private cremation. Special thanks to staff at Lakes District Hospital, Queenstown, Southland Hospital, Invercargill, and Arvida Care Centre, Queenstown. Livestream available at southernlakesfunerals.co.nz Messages to 80 Panorama Terrace, Queenstown, 9300. (*denotes deceased).
MACFADGEN, Ian George:
Peacefully passed away at Southland Hospital on Saturday 1st August 2026, surrounded by his family. Much loved and cherished husband of Alison, and father of Heather, Leslie, Jeannie, Daniel, and David. Much loved father-in-law of Cherilyn, Brooke, and Jack. Loved and cherished Grandy of Jake, Lachie, Joey, Sadie Mae, Ryder, Wyatt, Bodhi, and Harley.
A grandfather's love is a gift that stays with us forever.
Cherished brother of Barry and Margaret, loving Uncle to Linda and Dan, Miriam and Steve, Keren and Jason, and Eden and Henry.
Thank you for the hugs, the laughter, the stories and the memories that we will treasure always, you will be forever loved, deeply missed and never forgotten.
As per Ian’s wishes a private family service has been held. Messages to 46 MacKinnon Loop Te Anau, or to Ian’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
MAWSON, Lloyd:
Passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026, aged 83 years. Father of Bruce (Wendy), Clinton (Anna) and Adrian. Grandfather of Brittany, Keeara, Joey and Mila. Great-grandfather of Bea and Wynn. A private cremation has taken place.
McDONALD, Joyce Eleanor (nee Clark):
Peacefully on 7 August, 2026 at Resthaven, Gore; aged 92 years. Dearly loved wife and best friend of the late Robbie for 72 years, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Stuart and Robyn, Murray and Janet, Kathryn and Geoff, Rodney and Clinton, Jill and Chris, Christine and Philip, cherished Grandma of Matthew, Hamish, Bevan, Jessica, Hazel, Emma, Sarah, and Alice, great Grandma of Aubrey, Sam, and Megan. The family would like to thank Southland Hospice, RDNS carers, and Resthaven for their wonderful care given to Joyce. A service to celebrate Joyce’s life will be held on Wednesday 12 August, 2026 at 11am in the Gore RSA Function Lounge, Bowler Ave, Gore. To view livestream vimeo.com/event/6103016 Messages to 30 Norton Street, Gore 9710.
McKENZIE, Frances:
Passed away peacefully at Diana Isaac Retirement Village, Christchurch (formerly from Myross Bush) on Sunday, August 2, 2026, aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Owen. Loved Mum of John and Kathy, Joy Reddiford, Neil and Kaye (all Christchurch). Adored grandmother of Aaron and Eve, Melissa, Christopher and Rachel, Louise, Claire and Tim, Sarah, Laura and Emma and great-grandmother of Jack and Harry. Loved sister of Eric and Valmai, Rita and Angus Hughes, Doreen and Gordon Anderson (all deceased), and Les (deceased) and Noeline. Sister-in-law of Ferg and Ruth, Ron and Nalda, Ken and Em and Betty and Brian Olley (all deceased). Loved aunt of all her nieces and nephews. Will always be in our hearts. Special and heartfelt thanks to the staff at Diana Isaac Retirement Village for their love, care, and support during Frances' short time with them. Messages can be sent to [email protected] or John McKenzie, 114 Earlys Road, West Eyreton, RD5, Rangiora 7475. In keeping with Frances wishes a private cremation has been held.
O’NEILL, Errol David “Blue”:
Passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on Thursday 6 August 2026; aged 76 years. Loving father and father-in-law of Trisha, Duncan*, Natasha, Tiffany and Kiri, and Aidan. Loving Gandy of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Loved son of the late Iris and Patrick. Loved brother of Kevin, and Terry*. The family would like to extend a thank you to the staff at Hospice South for their wonderful care and support. A service to celebrate Blue’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street Invercargill, on Thursday 13 August at 1.00pm, interment to follow at the Eastern Cemetery. Donations to Hospice South would be greatly appreciated and may be left at the service. You are invited to join the service via livestream by going to the Avenal Park website obituaries page and clicking on the link on Blue’s profile. Messages to 87 Elizabeth Street Invercargill 9812, or email to [email protected] .
TAYLOR, Valerie May Ellis:
Peacefully in the care of Bupa Ascot on Wednesday 5 August 2026; aged 94 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Tom, loved mother and mother-in-law of Lynley, Stephen and Jill, Carolyn*, and Krissy and Brendon. An adored Grandmother and great Grandmother, and lifelong friend of Margaret Murphy. A service to celebrate Val’s life will be held in the Salvation Army Citadel, Victoria Avenue, Invercargill, on Monday, 10 August at 2.00pm. Messages to the V. Taylor Family C/- P O Box 1345 Invercargill 9840.
TOPI, Colin Wayne (Toe):
Toe passed peacefully at his home at Bluff, in the devoted care of his family on Sunday 2 August 2026, aged 75 years Beloved husband and partner of Lynne and eldest son of the late Peter and Joyce Topi, loved and respected father and father-in-law of Jack and Maria, Warren and Fita, Tristan and Kelly and their extended families, extremely proud Poua of Javahn, Hunter and Blake Brother and brother-in-law of Warren*, Paul and Michelle, Ricky and Kerri, Tania*, Dianne*, Rangi and Iona, Jasmine and Jody, Trena* and Glen, Zara and Tom and Uncle Toe to his nephews and nieces, much loved cousin and friend and chauffeur of Tandi. A service to celebrate Toe’s life will be held on Monday 10 August 2026, 1.30pm at J Fraser & Sons Chapel, corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill. Private cremation to follow. Messages to 15 Walker Street, Bluff, 9814 or to Toe’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream link can be found.
(* denotes deceased).
TURNBULL, Shirley:
25.11.1951 - 4.8.2026
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, at Gore Hospital on August 4, 2026, aged 74. Treasured daughter of Ian* and Ngaire*, and dearly loved by her sister, Barbara and family. Adored mother of Mathew and mother-in-law of Laura. Much loved grandmother of Ethan and Antony. A good friend of John Malcolm*. As per Shirley's wishes, a private family service has been held.
Shirley was the most selfless person who spent her life caring for others and making everyone's lives better. Messages may be sent to 1 Merlin Place, Gore, Southland, or left on Shirley's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz.
(*denotes deceased).
WABY, Ann:
Peacefully on August 6, 2026, at Yvette Williams Retirement Village, surrounded by her family with love and laughter; in 85th year. Much loved wife of the late Evan, dearly loved Mum and mother-in-law of Stewart, Jo, Caroline and Mark, and Stephen, dearly loved Gran of Jessica and Cam, Ashlee and Andy, Ben, Ryan and Madi, Haylo, and Shane*, dearly loved GG of Braxton, Cassidy, Stevie, Charlie, and Toby, dearly loved by her Scottish Clan, dearest friend of Jo Dryden, Sharon Booth, and loved by many. Special thanks to Ann's other family at Yvette Williams Retirement Village for their incredible care of Ann. A private farewell has been held. A celebration of Ann's life will be held at a later date, details to be advised. Messages to 1 Ancrum Street, Roxburgh 9500. (*denotes deceased).
Acknowledgements and Memoriam's:
BREAYLEY, Maureen:
In loving memory of a dearly loved and cherished sister, aunty and friend, who passed away August 9, 2023.
Rest In Peace.
BREAYLEY, Maureen:
18.6.1942 - 9.8.2023
"So sadly missed"
Your loving Alan.
DOWLING, Peter:
Peter's family would like to sincerely thank everyone who supported them following his passing. To those who visited, brought baking sent flowers, cards, messages of sympathy, made phone calls, attended Peter's service, your kindness and generosity have been a great source of comfort during this difficult time. A special thank you to Peter's friends and fellow bowlers at the Hokonui Bowling Club. Peter greatly valued the friendships he found through his bowling years. Wendy, Joanne and Chris, Rochelle and Brian, and Stephanie and Craig are grateful for the love, care and support shown to their family. The kindness shown has been a reminder of the positive impact Peter had on so many lives. Please accept this acknowledgment as a personal expression of our heartfelt thanks.
McINTYRE, Noel:
It's hard to believe that a year has passed since you so sadly left us. A year without your banter, your laughter, and the way you could always brighten our day. Not a day goes by that you are not in our hearts, in our thoughts, and in the memories we cherish. We miss you more than words can ever express and hold onto the love, strength, and happiness you brought into our lives. Though time continues to pass, our love for you never fades, and your memory remains with us always. Forever loved, forever missed.
Annette, Toni, Glen, Leah, James and families.
SANDERSON, Dr Lara Jade:
In loving memory of a dearly loved and adored daughter of Chris and Denise, a loved and cherished twin sister of Matthew, sister- in- law of Susan and Aunty of Elodie and Conor, who passed away on August 8th, 2023.“
If raindrops were kisses,
I’d send you showers,
If hugs were seas,
I’d send you oceans
And if love were a person,
I’d send you me”
Loving you always, Chris, Denise, Matthew, Susan, Elodie and Conor.
WALKER, Susan:
In loving memory of Susan, who passed away 3 years ago today.
In our hearts you will always stay,
Loved and remembered every day.
Love from Noel, family and friends.