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New Zealand Mourns the Passing of Sir Tim Shadbolt (1947–2026)
Sir Tim Shadbolt, the legendary “mayor of two cities” and one of New Zealand’s most enduring political and cultural icons, has passed away at the age of 78. The Shadbolt family announced his passing via the official Sir Tim Facebook page on Thursday morning, January 8, 2026. “It is
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CASEY, Eileen Elizabeth:
With love and deep sadness, we announce the passing of Eileen, who died peacefully at home on Monday, January 5, 2026, aged 83. Beloved wife of John for 63 treasured years, devoted and much-loved mother and mother-in-law of Christopher and Fiona, Cushla and Tom Dowling, and Timothy. A cherished Nana to Simon, Nicholas, Maeghan, and Natascha, and a proud great-Nana to Lily. Dearly loved by her many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. Requiescat in pace. A Requiem Mass celebrating Eileen’s life will be held at St Mary’s Basilica, 65 Tyne Street, Invercargill, on Friday, January 9, at 1.30pm, followed by the interment at Eastern Cemetery. Messages may be sent to 4/86 Catherine Street, Invercargill 9810 or on Eileen's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
CARTER, Ngarita:
It is with extreme sadness that we announce the unexpected death of Ngarita, at her home on December 23, 2025. In her 75th year. Much loved partner of Kevin Carson, much loved mother and mother-in-law and Nan to Carol-Ann, Russell, Piper and Lane Dovey (Brisbane); and Marama, Campbell, Holly and Charlie Douglas (Cambridge). Much loved sister and sister-in-law to Brian and Jessiem and Kelvin and Sharon (Brisbane). Ngarita's Memorial Service will be at 11.00am on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Leishman's Chapel, 12 James Street, Balclutha. For those unable to attend, a livestream link will be available on Leishman's website. Messages to: 44 Crossleigh Crescent, Balclutha 9230.
HENDERSON, Kenneth James 'Ken':
It is with deep sadness we announce Ken passed away peacefully at Southland Hospital on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, aged 80. Dearly loved husband of Alice for 57 treasured years, devoted and much-loved father and father-in-law of Kerry, Rachel and Keith Holmes, Dan and Jo Henderson. A cherished grandad to Courtney and Cam, Sam and Chloe, Sophie, Charlie, Georgia. Loved son of *Ollie and *Ngaire Henderson, brother of *Allan and Marlene Henderson and brother-in-law of Joyce and Bill Marsh. Dearly loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. We would like to thank the nurses and medical team at Southland Hospital for their loving care of Ken. A private service and committal for Ken will be held with a memorial gathering at the Kelvin Hotel on Saturday 10 January at 4pm. In lieu of flowers donations please to Cancer Society Southland Branch. Messages may be sent to 11 Swinton Street, Invercargill 9810 or on Ken's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes (*denotes deceased)