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Passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026, aged 77, at Invercargill. Husband of Han Xu (Summer). Beloved son of Neville Noel Dyer and Margaret Helen Dyer (nee Lockyer), and brother to Robyn Mawley, Marilyn Taumoli and his twin Neville. Loved father of Paul and Kurt. A private service has been held. The family extends their gratitude to the staff at Southland Hospital, and his friends, especially Darryl for his support.
HUNTINGTON, Danielle Ann Robbins:
Sadly as the result of an accident on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, aged 27 years. Loved and beautiful daughter of Rob and Suzey, much loved sister and best friend of Jessica. Dearly loved grandaughter, niece, cousin and friend of many.
Full of compassion and kindness, with the biggest heart.
Funeral details later. Messages to 116 Blackman Road, RD1, Alexandra 9391 or email [email protected]
MATHIAS, James Ronald (Jim):
Peacefully, at Southland Hospital, on Saturday, 25 July 2026, aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of Lucy and Pat "both deceased". Beloved father and father-in-law of Victor, Kara and Sue, Raihera and Ewen, Hemi and Donna. Treasured Grandfather and great Grandfather. Loved brother and brother-in-law, Uncle and friend to many. A celebration of Jim's life will be held in the Southern Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, 31 July, at 11.00 am, with refreshments to follow, before leaving for burial at Charlton Park Cemetery. Donations can be made at Jim's service to Hato Hone St John, Gore. Family would like to thank the doctors and staff at Southland Hospital and Gore Hospital for their care. Messages to 15A Duke Street Gore 9710. Livestream available: vimeo.com/event/6074053
OAKLEY, Dieter Andrew (Andy):
Unexpectedly at home, on 25th July, 2026, aged 77 years. Dearly loved, devoted, and joined at the hip husband of Margaret for 55 years. Much loved father and fa-ther-in-law of Jeannette and Stephen Lynch (Gore), Michael and Ali-ana Oakley (Invercargill), fun loving Grandad and “Grandad Snowball” of all his Grandchildren and great Grandchildren. Loved son-in-law of Noeline* and Claud*, Loved brother and brother-in-law of Robert* and Keithleigh, Glenys and Morris, Eddie and Kere, Gary, Sheryl* and Stephen, Kathy*and Graeme*. Much loved Uncle to all his nieces and nephews.
“Rock ‘n’ Rolling to the end”
A memorial service to celebrate Andy’s life will be held in the South-ern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, on Thursday, 30 July, at 2.00pm, followed by light refreshments (BYO if you would like to join the family for a farewell drink). Messages to 95 Hamilton Street, Gore 9710. - Southern Funeral Home FDANZ. (*denotes deceased). Livestream available together.oneroomstreaming.com/DHAYNL
SHEARER Christine Joy (nee Adamson):
Unexpectedly passed away on Friday 24th July 2026. Dearly loved wife and soul mate of David. Adored mum of Ethan and Christabel. Loved step-mum of Ashley, Heidi and Joshua. Adored Nana of Chelsea, McKenzie and Vanessa. Loved sister and sister in law of Campbell and Maria, Shaun, Marie and Mario, Diane, Trevor, Allan and Rewa, and Deborah. Loved Aunty of her nieces and nephews. Cherished friend and colleague to all her staff of Habitat ReStore. A Service for Christine will be held on Friday 31st July 2026, 1.30pm in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill. Private Cremation will follow. Messages to 38 Oteramika Road Invercargill or to Christine’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where her livestream link is available.
SOPER, Beverley May:
Passed away peacefully, on Monday 27th July 2026. Much loved partner of Max Kellaway. Cherished Mum of Shane , Wendy, and Katrina. Very much loved Nana to all her grandchildren. Our family would like to sincerely thank the wonderful staff at Rowena Jackson Retirement Village for their compassionate care and kindness shown to Mum throughout her journey. In accordance with Mum's wishes, a private funeral service and interment will be held. Family and friends are warmly invited to join us to share memories and celebrate Mum's life at 30 Chatham Rise, Seaward Bush, Invercargill 9812 on Thursday 30th July from 4pm. Messages to 55 Ariki Avenue, Otatara, Invercargill 9879
WHITE, Douglas:
Following a long illness, Rob passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at Queen Elizabeth ll Hospital, Coopers Plains, Queensland, in his 83rd year with his loving family by his side. Dearly loved husband of Jill Whyte and father of Darren Hyde (Invercargill), Kim Stebbans* (Qld) and James Whyte* (Qld), and father and father-in law of Trudy and Ian Campbell (Qld). Adored Poppy of Joshua Goddard (Qld), Chloe Goddard and Shaun Cooley and poppy to his great-grandson, Atlas Cooley (Qld). Much loved brother and brother-in-law, and uncle and great-uncle to all his nieces and nephews in both the Whyte and Brown families. A private service will be held Brisbane to farewell Rob. Messages may be sent to: The Whyte family, 145 Jubilee Drive, Forest Lake, 4078 Queensland, Australia. (*denotes deceased).