What's On Invers Funeral Notices
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BATHARD, David Charles:
(formerly of the UK) Peacefully at Resthaven Village, Gore on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, after a long period of health issues, aged 91 years. Much loved husband of the late Janine, adored and loved Dad and father-in-law of Lance and Trish (Wellington), Geoff and Kim (Queensland), Kerry and Greg Crawford (Gore); cherished Pop to Troy, Hayley; Liam, Sophie; Nathanael, Oliver, Amy; and their partners; and treasured Great Pop to his eleven great grandchildren. A loved member of family in the UK, and his twin brother Lewis. David enjoyed a full and active life, with a long involvement in Scouting, and the Gore Pakeke Lions. The family would like to sincerely thank Resthaven Village for their exceptional care of Dad, along with all the medical staff involved in his care at Gore Medical Centre, Gore and Southland hospitals, and from the District Nursing team. Deep gratitude also goes to the Access care workers who supported David so well while he remained at home. A special thank you to all those that we cannot mention by name, who have cared, visited and been part of his life. A memorial service to celebrate David’s life will be held in the near future, with details to follow. Messages to: 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore 9710.
DUNLOP, Rosemary Norris, (nee Hawthorne) (of Mataura):
On Thursday, September 4, 2025, aged 86 Years. Wife of the late Ken, mother of Rex, and Paul. Sister and sister-in-law of Susan Hawthorne and Burke Hunter, John and *Judy Hawthorne, Stewart and Janice Dunlop, Warren and *Lillian Dunlop. In accordance with Rosemary's wishes a private service will be held. Messages to 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore 9710. (*denotes deceased)
PEAT, Graeme:
No 975847. Pte 1RNZIR, Malaya. W Company, Vietnam, M.M. Passed away peacefully at Ribbonwood Country Home, Tapanui, on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, aged 84. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Justin and Nicola, cherished grandad of Tony, Jordan, and Olivia, loved brother of Delice, brother-in-law of Charlie Ropata (deceased), loved uncle, cousin and friend. Messages to The Peat Family, c/- PO Box 131, Hokitika 7842, or can be left on Weka's tribute page at www.thompsonfd.co.nz. A graveside service to celebrate Weka's life will be held in the Returned Services Section No2, at the Hokitika Cemetery, on Thursday, September 18, commencing at 1.00pm.
PURDUE, Marie:
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 6, 2025 ,in Nelson. Loved mother of Oliver, Rebecca and Joanna, and their partners. Cherished Nana to her four treasured grandchildren. She is now resting in peace. Thanksgiving service to be held on Monday, September 15, 11.00am, at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 27 Dorset Street, Richmond, Nelson. Messages can be sent to 12 Concordia Place, Richmond 7020.
WRIGHT, Eileen Jane Elizabeth, nee LaProu:
Peacefully at Peacehaven Village on Monday, 8th September 2025. In her 94th Year. Beloved wife of the late Donald. Loved mum and mother-in-law of Stephen and Beth, Linda and Trevor Ryder, Jennifer and Aaron Gilligan. Loved Nannie and great-nannie of all her grand and great-grandchildren. As per Eileen’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to “Wright Family” PO Box 632, Invercargill, or you can go to her tribute page at: mwfunerals.co.nz/s/eileen
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