What’s On Invers Funeral Notices - Monday 6th January

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]

AEREPO, Junior Ngau:
Peacefully with the love of his family around him, on Friday 3rd January 2025. At Southland Hospital. Very loved husband of Tangi Aerepo. Loved dad of Mii, and Shane and Rae. Treasured grandad of Chynah, Sharaea, Zadyn, Koby, Harmoni, Ateongo, Ghemini, Pizces. Loved great grandad of Sikira, and Saint. A loved brother, Uncle and friend to many. Funeral details to follow. Messages to Aerepo Family PO Box 632, Invercargill or to Junior’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/junior

BLACKWOOD, Gary:
Suddenly, at home on Thursday 2 January 2025, aged 71 years. Dearly loved son of the late Jimmy and Joy. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Lynda, and Jenny and Peter Wallis. Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A memorial service to celebrate Gary's life will be held at the Gore RSA Bowling Club, 22 Ardwick Street, Gore, on Wednesday 8 January at 1.30pm. Messages to 46 Broughton Street, Gore, 9710.

LEISHMAN, Gilbert Peter:
Is with great sadness we announce the passing of Gilbert (Gil), on Friday 3 January 2025, in the loving care of Rowena Jackson Rest Home, with his loving family by his side, aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of 51 years to Carol Leishman, who will miss his smile but never forget it. Brother and brother-in-law of Robert and Jen, Margret*, Doreen*, Avelda and Lex Howie. Much loved father and father-in-law of Karen, Phil and Brigid, Jason and Wanda, Lee-Ann, and Gerrard. Dearly loved Grandad/Koro of Tash, Troy, Kim, Drew, Britney, Floyd, Matthew, Travis*, Leila, Rob, Jayda, and Manaiya. As well as his many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. A service to celebrate Gil’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Wednesday 8 January, at 1.30pm. You are warmly invited to view Gil’s service by visiting the Avenal Park website and clicking the link on Gil’s obituary page. Gil will be resting at 85 John Street prior to his service. Messages to 85 John Street, Heidelberg, Invercargill 9812.

MOORE, David Anthony:
Peacefully at Southland Hospital on Thursday 2nd January 2024. In his 78th Year. Dearly loved husband of Viv. Cherished father and father-in-law of the late Jason, Rachael and Haim Haviv, Andrew and Mary. Loved grandad and Poppa of Amanda, Josh, Abram, and Isaac. Special grandad to his fur babies Louis and Dora. As per David’s wishes a private service will be held. Messages to “Moore Family” PO Box 632, Invercargill or you can go to David’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/david

Olde-Olthof Ferdinand Gerard James (Fred):
Fred passed away peacefully at the Rowena Jackson Retirement Village, Invercargill on January 3rd 2025, aged 96. His wife Margaret of 72 years was by his side. He is fondly remembered by all his family, his friends and the many grandchildren and great-grandchildren here and overseas. The family thank all the staff and management of the Rowena Jackson Retirement Village for the care and support of Dad and Mum through this difficult time. A service to celebrate Fred’s life will be held on January 9th at the Sacred Heart Church, 449 North Road Waikiwi, Invercargill, commencing at 11am, followed by interment at the Eastern Cemetery. Messages can be left on Fred’s tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz where a livestream link to the service can be found.

PHILPOTT, Roy:
Passed away on Thursday 2nd January 2025, aged 86 years. Loved only son of the late Bert and Nelly. Loved husband of Frances, and much-loved father of Carey, and Brent. Loving brother of Dale, and uncle of Sam. Respected ol’ fella of extended family, Owen, Stocky, Terry and Sharron, Cheryl and Butch, Mike and Nicole, Steve and Jodi. Heartfelt thanks to Clare House staff, for the wonderful care and respect shown to Roy. A service to celebrate Roy’s life will be held on Wednesday 8th January, 2.00pm, in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill. Messages to Philpott family, C/- PO Box 5111, Waikiwi, Invercargill 9843, or to Roy’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

RALSTON, Ina Florence:
Surrounded by love, Ina passed away on January 2, 2025 at Vickery Court Rest Home, Invercargill, aged 96 years. She was the dearly loved wife of the late Allan, loved and loving mother and mother-in-law of Steven and Sue, Craig and Karen, Robert and Margaret. Adored nana of David and Lee, Sam and Liz, Hannah, Nate and Amber, Anthony, Matthew and Morgan, and Michael; Great-Nana of Ella, Zoe, Peyton, Tayla, Seb, and Alex. The family are grateful for the loving care Ina received at Vickery Court. In accordance with Ina’s wishes, a private family service has been held. Messages can be sent to 18 Craig Street, Waikiwi, Invercargill 9810 or to Ina’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

ROSS, Elizabeth Ann (Lizzie):
After a short battle with cancer, she passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday January 4, 2025, loving mother and adored nana of Bruno and Sophie; Jodie and Shea, Mindy, Joel, and Heath McGorlick; Talia and Matthew, Brayden, and Pixie Swney; Harley and Kylie, Emma, Conroy, and Lily Ross. A service to celebrate the vibrant life of Lizzie will be held on Wednesday January 8, 2025, at the Gore RSA, Function Room, Bowler Avenue, at 2.00 pm, with an afternoon tea to follow at 4.00pm. Please dress in colour to reflect her bright personality. To view on livestream https://vimeo.com/event/4823092 A private cremation will take place the following day. Messages to 139 Waimumu Road, RD 4, Gore, 9710.

RUSSELL, Leslie Thomas:
“E tangi ana te whanau i te hinga o tō tātou taonga a Leslie Russell. Kua karanga ia i a tatou, kia hui tahi ki tōna kaika ki Kai Tahu. Whakapapa manawa tītī te take. No reira e te rangatiratanga takoto mai, takoto mai, takoto mai.” 
On Friday, January 3, 2025 passed away peacefully after a short illness, in Dunedin, aged 67 years. Loved husband of Janet Russell nee Hemi, loved father and stepfather of Sharmaine, Korianna, Nina, Shanelle, Shaun, Kylie, Tara, Vanessa, Raymond, Elizabeth, Angela, loved Pōua of all his mokopuna. Loved son of Leslie and Violet Russell nee Muir, loved eldest brother of eight siblings, loved grandson of Thomas and Henrietta Fredrick nee Taiaroa*. Loved uncle, cousin, and friend to many. Les will be laying at Ōtākou Marae, 25 Tamatea Road, Portobello, Dunedin. The funeral service will be held at Ōtākou Marae on Tuesday, January 7 at 10am. Messages and inquiries to Vanessa Hutchins 027 221 8960, postal address 54 Arthur Street, Gladstone, Invercargill 9810.

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]