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FOSTER, James Edward (Jimmy):
Of Queenstown. Passed away peacefully at Lakes District Hospital, on Thursday, March 9, 2023, aged 54. Dearly loved husband of Michelle. Loved father of Renee and stepson Jahvvin. A much loved Grandfather. Brother of Fiona, son of Barbara, brother-in-law of Emily, and a loved friend to many.
“Thank you for nine unforgettable years that I am truly blessed and thankful for. You will always be the one I love who means the world to me, Michelle.”
A Celebration of Jimmy’s life will be held in the Wakatipu Rugby Club, Templeton Way, Queenstown, at 1 30pm on Thursday, March 16, followed by a private cremation. Messages to Affinity Funerals, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra 9320.

GEANGE, Jessie Doris:
(Peacefully, but definitely on her own timetable) on Tuesday, 7 March 2023 at Rowena Jackson. The last of Grace & Denis Corkery’s family to return home. A young 96, stubborn, independent, cheeky at times, fiercely loyal to her family and friends, adopted ‘mum’ and ‘granny’ of many, lover of music, and wonderful gardener. Much-cherished wife and life-long friend of Stuart James Geange, deeply loved mother and mother-in-law of Alan (Stuart) and Audrey* Geange, Paul and Heather Geange, Diane and Daryl* Sleeman, and Dawn Geange; proud grandmother and great-grandmother of Wayne, Lisa, Cam, Amber, Sarah, Benjamin, Misharna, Sophie, and Beau. Sister and sister-in-law to Maggie* and Gordon* Nunn, Dennis* and Thelma* Corkery, Alice* and Bob* Batt, Dave* Corkery, Edna* and Doug* McGrath, Mary* and Cyril* White, Alzer* and Les* Gill; sister-in-law of George* and Joyce* Geange. Special friend to all her nieces and nephews. A celebration of Jessie’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, on Monday, 13 March 2023 at 2.00pm. If you wish to view the service via livestream, go to the Avenal Park website, obituaries page and click on the link on Jessie’s page. Messages to 148 Cunningham Crescent, Grasmere, Invercargill 9810. *denotes deceased.

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KENNEALLY, Owen ( Nelly):
Peacefully with family by his side on Saturday 11th March 2023. Aged 70 years. A dearly loved Husband, Father, Grandad, Great Grandad, Brother, Uncle, and a friend to many. A service to celebrate Nelly’s life will be held at the Eastern Cemetery (Block 53), on St Patricks Day Friday 17th March 2023 starting at 1.30pm. Leaving from 21 Iona Place, Invercargill at 1pm. Please send flowers to Macdonald & Weston Funeral Home, Invercargill. Messages to “Kenneally Family” PO Box 632, Invercargill, or you can go to Nelly’s Tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/nelly

McSTAY, Russell Neil (Diesel):
Suddenly at home on Saturday, 4th March 2023, aged 74 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Heather. Loved Dad of Paul and Vana, Darryl, & Katrina and David Brown. Adored Grandad of Olivia, Mia, Perry, Shian, Shannon, Keira, Dallas, Callum, Luke, and Great Grandad of Harley, Shylah-Kaye, & Braxton. Loved brother and brother-in- law of the McStay and Wilson families. A Memorial Service to celebrate Diesel’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street on Tuesday, 14th March at 10:00am. Messages to 15 Vernon Street, Kingswell, Invercargill 9812

STEVENS, Anthony Roy (Tony):
With heavy hearts we announce after a long brave battle, Tony passed away peacefully on Friday, March 10, 2023, at home in the arms of his family. Dearly loved and devoted husband of Rita. Much loved Dad of Mark and Lavinia, Richard and Fiona, Bridget, Julie and Alan Brady, and Rebecca and Sean Excell. Adored Grandad Tony and Pop of Jamie, Georgia and Oliver; Logan and Finlay; Maddison, Sophie and Nikita.
R.I.P
Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Thomas’ Aquinas Catholic Church, Winton on Wednesday, March 15 at 1.00pm. Interment at the East Winton Cemetery will follow. Rosary will be recited at the church on Tuesday, March 14 at 7.00pm. No flowers by request, but donations to Hospice Southland will be gratefully accepted. Messages to Stevens Family, 9A Racecourse Road, Winton 9782 or to Tony’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where livestream details are avalable.

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In Memoriam

CARRAN, Alice Elizabeth:
13.3.2022
One year ago today our world fell apart.
Your life was a blessing
Your memory a treasure
You are loved beyond words
And missed beyond measure
Always in our hearts
– Your loving family

What’s On Invers Funeral Notices – Monday 13th March

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