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McLEARY, Mitchell Douglas:
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the tragic loss of our beloved Mitch, in Cromwell, on Monday, March 10, 2025, aged 26 years. Very much loved and cherished son and stepson of Mirriam and Julian, and Peter and Deborah, and loved brother, brother-in-law and best friend of Megan and Dylan, Ryan and Mackenzie, Demi and Jack, and the coolest, fun-loving uncle and uncle-to-be of, George and Lilly; Riley and Bubs. Much loved grandson of Hugh* and Gwen, Cindy* and Mel*, and loved nephew, cousin, stepbrother, and friend to many. Treasured doggy daddy of Coco and Fido.
“Sadly Missed and Forever in our Hearts”
A service to celebrate Mitchell’s life will be held at the Gore Town and Country Club, Bury Street, Gore, on Wednesday, 19 March at 12:30pm, followed by interment at the Edendale Cemetery. Donations may be left at the service for Lifeline Aotearoa Mental Health Support and Counselling. Link for livestream is available at www.southernfuneralhome.co.nz. Messages to 44 Gorton Street, Gore, 9710. (*denoted deceased)
MILLAR, John David:
Passed away peacefully on Friday 14th March 2025, aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Beverley. Much loved father and father-in-law of Carolyn and Graeme, Roger and Katherine, and Pauline and Darren. Loved Grandad John of Nathan, Laura, Rebecca and Brehan, Katie and Gareth, and adored Great Grandad John of Tilly and Charlie. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Joan and Lance, Alan, and the late Rosemary.
“A great man now at rest”
A celebration of John’s life will take place in J Fraser & Sons Chapel, Cnr Esk & Doon Streets, Invercargill, at 2pm on Wednesday 19th March, followed by afternoon tea. Messages to 139 Oteramika Road, RD1, Invercargill 9871 or to John’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream is available.
SHAW, Barbara Anne “Bubbles”:
Passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones after a long, hard-fought battle on 16 March 2025, aged 65 years. Deeply loved and respected mother of Jordan and partner Amanda. Beloved daughter of Donald and Roseleen Shaw. Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law to Carolyn and Darryl. Much loved Aunty to Grace, Cameron, Kora, and Vana. Loved friend to Perry and Jazz. Dear friend of Marcia, Jan, Sally, and Laina. Special thanks to the staff at Hospice Southland and Kew Hospital, Oncology. A service to celebrate Barbaras’ life will be held at the ‘Bluff Rugby Club Rooms’, 141 Foyle Street, on Wednesday 19 March 2025 at 2.00pm followed by burial at Greenpoint Cemetery. If you wish to view Barbaras’ service via livestream, please visit the Avenal Park Funeral Home Obituaries page, and click on the link on Barbara’s page. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Hospice Southland at office@hospicesouthland.org.nz.
SPARKS, Michelle Lee:
Unexpectedly passed at Southland Hospital with her loving family by her side, on March 14th , 2025, aged 54 years. Loved mother of Katala and loved by all who knew her. A service to celebrate Michelle’s life will be held in the Southland Crematorium Chapel, Rockdale Road on Tuesday, 18th March at 2:00pm. If you wish to view the service via livestream, please go to the Avenal Park Website, Obituaries page and click the link on Michelle’s page. Messages to Sparks Family, C/- PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840.
SPARKS, Michelle Lee:
Loved niece and cousin of Aunty Jo, Adam and Briohny, and Ruby Frew.
STANAWAY, Leonard:
Maureen is heartbroken to announce the death of her beloved husband, Doug (80), at Dunstan Hospital, Clyde, on Friday, March 14, 2025. Doug was so loved and cherished by his family: his son David (deceased) and Claire Stanaway (Sydney); daughter Donna, and Steve Elkington (Nelson): and youngest daughter Sharyn, and Lee Woodhouse (Oamaru); as well as his adored grandchildren, Sarah and Lauren Stanaway, Oliver and James Elkington, and Jordan, Matthew, Michael, and Daniel Woodhouse. Doug was widely known for his strong work ethic and exceptional DIY skills. He served as the manager of Great Southern in Oamaru for 35 years. A true community-minded individual, Doug made significant contributions to the Oamaru and Alexandra Catholic Churches and the Oamaru Heritage area. His passions included music, tramping, camping, old-time sequence dancing, and cruising out for a coffee in his cherished MGC.
A Requiem Mass will be held at St. John the Baptist Church, Killarney Street, Alexandra, on Friday, March 21, starting at 1.30pm, followed by interment at the Alexandra Cemetery. Refreshments will be served at the Alexandra District Club, 35 Centennial Avenue. Messages may be sent to 45 Aronui Road, Alexandra. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Heart Foundation would be appreciated.
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