What’s On Invers Funeral Notices – Monday 8th July

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]

BARRON, Myrtle:
On July 3, 2024 at Parkstone Care Home, Christchurch, in her 101st year. Dearly beloved wife of the late Stuart, and much loved mother and mother-in-law of the late Colin (Harry) and Margaret, Allan and Sally and the late Beverley, Mervyn and Noelene, Lyall and the late Sue, Donald and Tracey. Also much loved and adored Nana, Great Nana, and Great Great Nana of 47 other family members. At Myrtle’s request, cremation has taken place. A celebration of her life will take place both here in Christchurch, and Invercargill in the coming summertime, followed by her burial at Invercargill’s Eastern Cemetery, with Stuart. A special thank you to the staff at Parkstone for their care and attention given to Myrtle over the past seven and a half years.

COURNANE, David Francis(Doc):
On July 5th, suddenly at home. Aged 76yrs. Much loved husband of Alexis. Loved and respected dad of Grant(NSW) Chris(Spain) Sophie(Cromwell) Rachael(Melbourne) and Mar (Christchurch), father-in-law of Deborah, Jason Lee and Nicola. Loving grandad of Luke and Stella, Noa and Iker, Eddie and Indie, Liam and Isaac and Max. Brother and brother-in-law of Kevin and Eve, Noel and Diane, Marilyn and Alistar, Lester and Sylvia, Brendan and Esther, Adrian and the late Stephanie. Rosary will be celebrated at St Mary’s Basilica, 65 Tyne Street, Invercargill, at 5.30 on Thursday 11 July and Service at 10.30 on Friday 12th July. Messages may be sent to 71 Millwood Glen, Mill Road, Invercargill,9871 or can be left on David’s tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz where a live stream can be accessed.

CULLEN, Ross Douglas:
Peacefully at home, on Friday, July 5, 2024, aged 65 years. Loved, son of Doug* and Aileen, loved brother and brother-in-law of Neil and Janette (Christchurch), Lynley and Murray Walton (Melbourne), loved uncle of Joella; Caitlyn, Morgan, and Aimee and best mate of Blue. A service to celebrate Ross’ life will be held at the Calvin Community Church, 25 Robertson Street, Gore on Wednesday, July 10 at 1.30 pm followed by refreshments, then interment at Charlton Park. Donations for Hospice Southland would be greatly accepted and may be left at the service. Messages to [email protected] or “Cullen Family” 45 Medway Street, Gore 9710. The livestream link and tribute page are available at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/ross (Denotes deceased).

GREIG, Yvonne:
After a long battle, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2024. Dearly loved Wife, Friend and Soul Mate of Tony. Loved mother of Sarah*. Loved family of Gordon* and Maureen (Australia), Murray and Sue, David and Karen, Russell and Alison Varcoe and families. Richard* and Susan, Matthew and Jack Humpleby and families. Special friends, Derek and Sheena (UK), and all other friends in NZ and UK. As per Yvonne’s wishes a private service will be held. Messages to 232 Talbot Street, Invercargill 9810, or to Yvonne’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes (*denotes deceased)

McLACHLAN, Wynette Audrey (nee Walker):
Peacefully on July 3, 2024, at Gore Hospital, with her loving family by her side; aged 77 years. Dearly loved wife of Wynston for 57 years, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Nigel and Mia, Ian and Toni, cherished Gran of Rebecka, Anna, and Josie; Cade, and Mitchell, loved sister and sister-in-law of Les* and Cis Walker, sister- in-law of Russell* and Philippa McLachlan and a loved aunty of her nieces and nephews. (* denotes deceased) The family wish to thank Chris Jackson, Mercy cancer care staff, and Gore hospital for their wonderful care given to Wynette. A service of farewell for Wynette will be held on Tuesday July 16 at 1.30pm in the Clinton Community Centre, Clinton, then leaving for the Clinton cemetery. To view the livestream https://livestream.com/accounts72885/wynettemclachlan In lieu of flowers, donations to the Southland Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at her service. Messages to Windsor Park Village, Villa 10/ 9 Ruby Road, Gore 9710.

RAMSAY, Frances:
Passed away peacefully with family at her side at Fairview Lifestyle Village, Albany on the 4th July 2024. Dearly Loved Wife of the late Raymond James Ramsay. Dearly Loved Mother and Mother-in-Law of Owen and Marjorie; Grant and Vivienne; Raylene and Malcolm Jordan. Dearly Loved Grandma Ray of Michael and Debra; Chris and Praneeta; Tim and Kelly. Dearly Loved Grandma of Gemma and Lance; James and Kayla; Amy and Jason; Alexandra. Dearly Loved Great Grandma Ray of Harry; Samuel, George and Mae; Jack, Madison and Carter. Dearly Loved Great Grandma of Ray and Georgia. Dearly Loved Great Gran of Emiliania. A Loved Aunt of her Nieces and Nephews. A Private Family Service and Burial to take place. Messages to 36 Cruickshank Crescent, Rosedale, Invercargill.