What’s On Invers Funeral Notices - Monday 16th September

Funeral Notices are published daily at 6:40am Monday to Saturday a free community service provided by whatsoninvers.nz
If you would like your loved one’s death/funeral notices, memoriam
or acknowledgement listed email it in word or PDF to [email protected]

COCKER, Everill Jackson:
Passed away peacefully in the care of Rowena Jackson on Friday, September 13, 2024. Aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of Kathleen. Much loved and respected father and father-in-law of the late Richard and Sharon, Elizabeth and Shayne Blomfield. Treasured “Pa” of Ashleigh and Holly; Jacob and Lydia. A loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle to his nieces and nephews.
Lived for his family and community
A service to celebrate Everill’s life will be held in the Winton Presbyterian Church, Meldrum Street on Wednesday, September 18 at 1.00pm. Interment at the East Winton Cemetery to follow. Messages to 200 Park Street Winton 9720 or to Everill’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

MATAIRA, Susan:
19 October 1960 – 13 September 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Susan (Sue) Mataira, who left this world with her devoted husband, Colin, by her side. Sue was a cherished wife to Colin and a beloved mother to her daughters Starajean and Tia, and her son Rocky. She was a proud grandmother to her treasured grandchildren, Nikaya, Dakota, and Noema, who brought immense joy to her life. Sue's love, and strength and bright personality will forever be missed by her whānau and friends. She touched the lives of many and leaves behind a legacy of love, humour and deep connections. A service to celebrate Sue's life will be held in Invercargill. The date and details will be confirmed soon. Messages of condolence may be delivered to 28 Sunrise Drive where they will be be delivered to family as to they navigate this difficult time.
Nga mihi He whetū kua nunumi ki te pō, engari ka tiaho tonu i roto i ngā mahara
"A star that has faded into the night, but will continue to shine in our memories"

MUPFUDZANZE, Tapiwa:
Passed away suddenly, on Monday, September 9, 2024, aged 40 years. Loved partner of Moreblessing and dearly loved by Ben.
R.I.P.
A service to celebrate Tapiwa's life will be held in the Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Ardwick Street, Gore, on Monday, September 16, 2.00pm, then leaving for Charlton Park Cemetery. The Zimbabwe community would like to acknowledge and give thanks to all the emergency services that attended to Tapiwa. A special thank you to Lyn for all her love and support, we all love you dearly. Messages to 75 Norton Street, Gore 9710.

SMITH, Thomas:
Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Gore Hospital on Friday, September 13, 2024, aged 83 years. Loved dad of Chryll, Aaron, Wendy, Karla and their partners. Proud Grandad of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at Charlton Park Cemetery, Bowmar Road, Gore, at 11.00am. Messages to 79 Koa Street, Gore 9710.

STILL, Graeme:
National Wildfire Advisor. Unexpectedly, at home, on September 11, 2024; aged 63 years. Very much loved husband of Gayle, loved and loving father and father-in-law of Kelly, Jardena and Ben. He will also be missed by his little "Princess Ali", and Grace (fur babies). A loved son, son-in-law, brother, brother-in-law, and uncle of his extended family, and a much missed friend and colleague of many. A service to honour Graeme's life will be held in Hope and Sons Chapel, 523 Andersons Bay Road, Dunedin, at 2.00pm on Friday, September 20, followed by private cremation. Messages to 501 Waitati Valley Road, Upper Waitati 9085, or on Graeme's page at www.hopeandsons.co.nz where you will also find a link to livestream the service.

WELLER, Geoffrey:
Passed peacefully, surrounded by family on Friday, September 13, 2024; aged 68 years. Loved husband and best friend of Vyvienne, father and father-in-law of Sarah, Amy and Darcy, Grandad of Arthur and Avery Knyvett, brother of Shirley Craig, and Aileen Arnold. A celebration of Geoff's life will be held in the Alexandra Golf Club at 2.00pm on Thursday September 19. Messages to 562 Manuherikia Road, RD3, Alexandra 9393.

YEATES, Graham:
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at Ascot Bupa Hospital Care, Invercargill, on Saturday, September 14, 2024. Aged 87 years. Loved and loving husband of Maureen. Loved and respected father and father-in-law of Mark and Kiri, Bronwyn and Charlie Paterson. Dearly loved Grandad of Jacob and Isaac Yeates, Hugh and Grace Paterson. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Ruth and Clive* Williams, Doug* and Mavis Yeates, Mary and Rowland* Allott, Heather Robertson, Philip and Paula Watson, Doug and Beth* Watson. A dearly loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews.
"Promoted To Glory"
A service to celebrate Graham's life will be held in the Salvation Army Church, 29 Victoria Avenue, Invercargill, on Wednesday, September 18, at 1.30pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland would be gratefully accepted and may be left at the service. Messages can be sent to Yeates Family, 240 McQuarrie Street, Invercargill, or to Graham's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream link of the service will also be available.
(*denotes deceased)

Acknowledgements and Memoriam's: If you would like your loved one’s death/funeral notices, memoriam, or acknowledgement listed, email it in word or PDF to [email protected]