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BALLAM, Fay:
Late of Otautau and Invercargill. Passed peacefully at Aspiring Care, Wanaka, on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family; Aged 98 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ritchie, adored mother and mother-in-law of Ann and Iain Dodds, John and Jules; and Ian and Jan Ballam, all of Wanaka, dearly loved Grandma Fay of her 9 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Aspiring Care over the past four and a half years. As per Fay's wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to Ballam Family, 81 Rob Roy Lane, Wanaka 9305.
CLARKE, John:
Passed away peacefully at Atawhai Assisi Retirement Home Hamilton on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Hamilton, aged 79 years. Formerly from South Hillend, Winton. Beloved husband of the late Robin Clarke. Loved father and father-In-law of Maria and Wayne, Lisa and Paul, Sarah and Ben, and Andrew and Julia. Grandad to his 10 grandchildren. Loved brother and brother-in-law. Heartfelt thanks to the staff at Atawhai Assisi Retirement Home for their care of our father. A Memorial Service will take place at Simply Funerals Te Rapa, Hamilton, on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 1.00pm. Family have respectfully declined any flowers. All correspondence to Maria Shaw, 17 Lewis Road, Kelvin Heights, Queenstown 9300.
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