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ANDERSEN, Catherine Mary (Cate):
It is with immense sorrow that we announce the passing of our beautiful Cate on October 19, 2026. Beloved mother of Maggie, and partner of Joss, sister of James, daughter of the late Jan and Len, granddaughter, daughter-in-law, sister-in-law, aunty, niece, cousin, and dear friend to many. “light of my eyes, light of the world, that's what you are, light of my life” A celebration of Cate’s life will be held in the Port Chalmers Town Hall, 1 Grey Street, Port Chalmers, at 1.30pm on Saturday, October 24, followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to KidsCan NZ, would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 8 Currie Street, Port Chalmers or via the link below, where you can also access the Livestream of the service.
BULLING, Evelyn Mary; 18/9/1935 – 19/10/2026.
Passed away peacefully with family by her side aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Russell Bulling. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Lynette, Graeme and Maxine, Faye and Steve, and Karen and David. Loved Grandmother of her 14 Grandchildren and her 21 Great Grandchildren. Loved daughter of Ethel and Simon, and stepdaughter of Eunice. Loved sister of Russell, Arnold, Colin, Gwen, Joan, Audrey, Doug, and Wallace. Loved sister-in-law of the Bulling family. Funeral details to be advised. All messages to 49 Oteramika Road, Rockdale, Invercargill 9812.
GREY-THOMAS, Pani:
On 18 October 2026, surrounded by aroha and whānau. Treasured wife and best friend of Finch (Stephen Thomas), much loved Mum of Mahina and Nathan, and Jay and Finola, adored Nana of Cam, Ben, Jessica, and Chase; and Bella, and Harlan. Much loved daughter of Dawn Wybrow and the late Kina Grey, loved sister of Moana and Sy, and Ken, beloved Aunty to her nieces and nephews. ~ Moe Mai Ra ~ A service for Pani will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, Invercargill, at 10.30am, on Friday October 23; followed by interment at Waikawa Cemetery. Messages to 823 Mill Road North, RD6, Makarewa 9876. Digital messages may be left at Pani’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream is available.
HALL, Judith (née Sears):
Aged 74 years
Passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, 17 October 2026, with Murray (husband) and Rachael (daughter) by her side. Dearly loved wife of Murray, loved mother of Rachael, loved grandmother of Claire, Jimmy and Harlem, and loved great-grandmother of Bently and Amelia. Dearly loved friend of Dorothy Gilbert. Special thanks to the support workers of Healthcare NZ, who aided us in keeping Judith at home. Their dedication, kindness and friendship were greatly appreciated and valued.
KENDALL, Barrie Graham:
Passed away peacefully, with his wife of 59 years and his daughter by his side at Radius Fulton, on Saturday, October 17, 2026; aged 86 years. Much loved husband and friend of Bev, loved father of Greg, and Gillian and father-in-law of Yuya, loved Grandad to Kalisha, Madison, Chase, Taka, and Kai, Great grandad to Bentleigh, treasured brother of Derek, Ross, the late Edna, and Sue. Barrie was much respected in the table tennis and petanque communities. A service to celebrate Barries's life will be held in Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road Dunedin at 10:30am on Thursday October 22. Messages to the Kendall Family c/o 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin 9012.
MACDONALD, Elizabeth Boyd (nee Johnston):
Of Arrowtown. On October 19, 2026, peacefully at home on a beautiful spring day, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of Graeme, with many thanks for the guidance, love, and inspiration of the last 63 years, loved mother of Gavin, and Kirsten, and Granny of Kyah, Dylan, Ben and Kade. You will be sorely missed. A special thank you to Hospice for all your care, kindness, and support through this journey. In accordance with Liz’s wishes, a private farewell will be held. In lieu of flowers, a donation to St John Queenstown Ambulance would be appreciated. Messages to the Macdonald family can be sent to Macdonald Family c/- [email protected].
Olson, Dawn Margaret (nee Blackett):
29-10-1943 - 17-10-2026. With a heavy heart, I announce that Dawn passed away on Saturday, 17th October, at home with her loving husband Jack by her side. Dawn put up a brave fight, but the big " C " won in the end. She is survived by her husband, Jack, and her children, Karen, Shane, Tania, Jason, Andrew & Kerry. Her grandkids & great-grankids. As per Dawn's wish, her body has been donated to the University of Otago. A service will be held at a later date. Many thanks to Hospice, District Nursing & her caregivers. Messages may be sent to 9 Churchill Avenue, Gore or may be left on Dawn's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz
WARD, Murray Geoffrey:
Peacefully at Southland Hospital, with family by his side, on Monday 19th October 2026. Father of Allan, Garry and Nicola. Loved brother of Alister, the late Russell, Trevor and Stuart. A graveside service for Murray will be held at the Tuatapere Cemetery on Thursday 22nd October 2026 at 2pm. Messages to the Ward Family can be sent to C/- PO Box 632, Invercargill 9840 or leave a message on Murray’s tribute page, mwfunerals.co.nz/s/murray.
WEBB, Leslie Robert (Les):
Formally of Howick - Passed away unexpectedly at his home, in Cromwell on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, aged 83 years. Beloved Dad and father-in-law of Jenny and Craig, Peter and Katrina. Doting Poppa of Jasmyne, and Jesse. Friend of Patricia (Trish). You will be missed so much, forever jogging and gardening now. Love you forever xxx. Correspondence to [email protected] Central Otago Funerals, FDANZ