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DEMPSEY, Hazel Eileen:
Passed away peacefully on 2 June 2026, aged 86 years. Much loved Mum of Tom, Graham, Margaret and Michael. Cherished Nana of Jacinta, Josh, Adam, Brandon, Samantha, Hamish and Lauren, and treasured Nan Nan to her 11 great-grandchildren. Beloved sister, aunty and friend to her extended family. Hazel was our place to call home, the heart of our family, and was deeply loved and cherished by all who knew her. Her warmth, kindness and unwavering love will be forever remembered and sadly missed. In accordance with Hazel's wishes, a private cremation has taken place. Messages to the Dempsey Family, 9 Albany Street, Gore.
GOODWIN Beverley (Bev):
Passed away peacefully on Saturday 30th May 2026 surrounded by her family at Windsor Park. Aged 92 years. Dearly loved wife of Roland (Rol)*much loved Mum of Dianne Jones, Graeme*and Jan-Marie Goodwin, Jan Stratton and Petrina, Lynette and Bruce* Graham, Russell and Angela Goodwin. Special Nan to her grandchildren and loved great Nan. A service to celebrate Bev’s life will be held at St Andrews Presbyterian Church, Devon Street, Gore at 1.00pm on Friday 5th June 2026, followed by a private interment at Charlton Park Cemetery. Messages to Lynette Graham, 4A Eccles Street, Gore 9710, or you can go to Bev’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/bev * Denotes deceased.
GOODWIN Beverley:
Loved daughter of Eric* and Gladys* Ashton, dearly loved sister of Nancy* and Alex* Stark, and Gwenyth and Brian* Kubala. Loved daughter in-law of Charles* and Annie* Goodwin, loved sister in-law to Edna* Copland, Ernie* and Valda *Goodwin, and Peter* and Jean* Goodwin. Respected aunt of all her nieces and nephews. *Denotes deceased.
KRAWCZYK, Anthony John (Crafty):
Passed away peacefully at home on 30 May 2026, aged 28 years.Much loved husband of Kelsi, cherished son of Tony and Michell, brother of Kristen, and beloved son-in-law of John and Bev O'Neill. Loved by his family and friends, and remembered for his strength, kindness, humour, and the many lives he touched. "Sadly missed, always remembered."
A service to celebrate Crafty's life will be held at the Fiordland Community Centre, Te Anau, on Friday 5 June 2026 at 1.30pm, followed by a private cremation. Digital messages may be left at Crafty’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream is available.
TIPU, Lorraine Mary:
Passed away peacefully on 31 May 2026 after a courageous journey, surrounded by love.
Loved daughter of the late Freda and Douglas Smart (Snr) and sister of the late Leslie and Douglas Smart.
Cherished mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Lorraine's kindness, generosity, strength, and caring nature touched countless lives. A devoted mother and grandmother, a cherished aunty, a treasured friend to many, and a woman whose warmth made people feel welcome, she leaves behind memories that will be held close forever. She also leaves behind her much-loved companion Odie, who held a special place in her heart.
Forever loved, forever remembered.
A service to celebrate Lorraine's life will be held at Holy Trinity Church, 61 King Street, Windsor, Invercargill, at 10:00 am on Thursday, 4th of June. All are welcome to attend.Messages may be sent to Flat 2/21 MacMaster Street, Richmond, Invercargill, or may be left on Lorraine's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz, where a livestream link can be found.
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