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CUSHNIE, Iris:
Died peacefully on Friday, September 19, 2025 at Golden View Care, Cromwell; aged 82. Loved wife of Alan, loved mother and mother-in law of Jan and Rodger Hitchcock, Andrew Cushnie and partner Sandy Hooper, Paul Cushnie, Sally and Steve Houliston and Emma Cushnie, much loved 'Iris' to grandchildren James, Christopher, Timothy and Liam. At Iris's request, a private cremation has been held. Special thanks to Golden View staff in Cromwell. Messages to 30 Avenue Road, Greenmeadows, Napier 4112.

McLEOD, Bill (Pig) James:
Farewell to Bill (Pig) James McLeod 25 January 1964 – 11 September 2025 We, Bill’s family, wish to share that Bill passed away in Motueka on the 11th of September 2025. Bill was a true salt-of-the-earth man — steady, kind, and always there when you needed him. He had a quiet wisdom, a ready smile, and a deep love for the simple things in life. He gave his time freely and touched many lives with his generosity and warmth. We know he will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to know him. — With love and gratitude, Bill's family.

McNEILL, Elizabeth Jean (Beth) (nee Harrison):
Passed away peacefully with her girls at her side at Hospice Southland on Saturday 20th September 2025 aged 88years. Dearly loved wife of the late Russell. Much loved mother and mother in law of Karen and Ben Calder, and Julie and Clark Taylor. Adored Grandma of Mark and Toni (Invercargill), Nicole and Jason (Auckland); Caitlin (Edinburgh), Harrison (Auckland), and the loved bonus Grandma of Nick and V (Canada). Loved Gma of Lucy and Imogen (Invercargill); Oliver and Evie (Auckland). In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Southland would be greatly appreciated and can be left at her service. A service for Beth will be held on Thursday 25th September, 10.30am in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill. Interment at Eastern Cemetery will follow. Messages to c/- J Fraser and Sons, PO Box 1380 Invercargill or to Beth’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

McNEILL, Elizabeth Jean (Beth) (nee Harrison):
Loved sister and sister in law of Anne* and Albert* Cassidy, Max* and Vespa* Harrison, and James* Loved Aunty of all her nieces and nephews.

MURRAY, Geoffrey Thomas:
Peacefully at Southland Hospital on Sunday 21st September 2025, in his 98th year. Beloved husband of the late Ann. Much loved and cherished father and father-in-law of Scott and Julie, Leigh and Robyn, Ross and Belinda, Hunter and Andrea. A very special puppa of Sam and Ella, George and Abby, Ruby, Tom and Rachel, Kate and Greg, Jack and Rhyarna, Reid and Alisha, Rohan. Loved Great Pop of Brylyn, Lucas, Kyza, Nahla, Bella, Minnie. Loved Brother and Brother-in-law of Elaineand Blair Murray, Lynnie* and Doug* Muirhead, Brian* (Nick) and Barbara* Nicholson, Cam* Murray, Robin and Heather List. A much loved Uncle and Great Uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the staff at Rowena Jackson for their love and care of Geoff over the past 4 years, “Merci Beaucoup”. A service to celebrate Geoff’s (G.T.) life will be held in the Pirates Old Boys Rugby Club, 74 Lithgow St, Invercargill on Wednesday 24th September 2025 at 1pm, followed by a private burial in Arrowtown. Messages can be sent to the “Murray” family, P.O. Box 632, Invercargill 9840 or on Geoffrey’s tribute page mwfunerals.co.nz/s/geoffrey. * Denotes deceased.

SOPER, Deborah Lee (nee Geeson):
Treasured daughter of *David and *Jeanie Geeson and dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of *Larry, Diane and Kevin Blair, Joanne, Gena, and Vicky and Steven Wilmshurst. Loved by her many cousins, nieces and nephews.
"Our Dancing Queen"
*denotes deceased

SOPER, Deborah Lee:
Deborah passed away peacefully on September 20th, 2025, two days before her 65th birthday, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Stephen (Fly) and treasured mother and mother-in-law of Jamie and Amber, Jenny-lee and Craig, the late Emily, Hayden and Nancy, Joshua and Stacey, Sheldon and Tenesha, and Raumana. A cherished Nana to her many grandchildren and her great-grandchild Matteo.
"This is not goodbye, but see you later."
A service to celebrate Deborah's life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Wednesday, September 24th at 2pm. Messages to the Soper/Chalmers family - PO Box 1345 Invercargill 9840

WALLACE, Donald Nelson:
Passed away peacefully on 19th September 2025 in his 88th year. Dearly loved and devoted husband of Dawn, wonderful father and father-in-law of Simon and Susan, Shane and Robyn, Mark, Lisa, Sarah and Leon. A much-loved Grandad to Rueben, Olivia and Laura, Rebecca and Lara, Azaleon, Ocean and Allegra. A much-loved great grandad to Theo, Archie, Finn and Isaac. Gone to be with the Saviour he loved and lived for. A service to celebrate Don’s life will be held at Grace Presbyterian Church, 689 Tweed Street, Newfield, Invercargill at 1.30pm, Saturday 27th September 2025. A private interment will be held prior to the service. Messages to Unit 63, 498 Tweed Street, Georgetown, Invercargill 9812, or to Don’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

WILSON, Margaret Helen, (nee Kubala):
Peacefully at Gore Hospital, on Saturday, September 20, 2025, aged 92 Years. Loved wife of the late Bill, dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul and Pauline (Queensland), Brett and Ellen (Melbourne), Denise and Mike Millard (Knapdale), Karen and Ian (Invercargill), Anne and Rob Doolan (Melbourne), Simon and Hester (Perth), and the late Jennifer. Adored Grandma of her 12 grandchildren, and Ma Wilson of her 5 great-grandchildren. A loved sister, sister-in-law and aunty of all her extend family.
May she Rest in Peace.
A Requiem Mass to celebrate the life of Margaret will be held on Thursday, September 25, at the Church Of The Blessed Sacrament, Ardwick Street, Gore, at 10am, followed by the interment at Charlton Park Cemetery, before refreshments at the Gore RSA, Bowler Avenue, at 12.30pm. Rosary will be held on Wednesday, September 24, at 5pm. Messages to 53 Otamita Road, RD 3, Gore 9773.

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