What’s On Invers Funeral Notices

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ADAMSON, Clive Walter:
Passed peacefully at Calvary Hospital on Monday 6 March 2023, aged 87. Dearly loved husband of Brenda. Loved father of the late Roger, and Pamela Hood and John Cooper (Australia); grandad of William and Alexa, Dylan and Courtney, Isabella and Oliver, George and Laura; and great-grandad of Shilah, Carter, and new baby Mack (all Australia). Loved brother of Ross (deceased) and Fay, Barbara Kennedy, Jan and Alex Holms, and brother-in-law of Faye and Gordy Gibb; uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Clive’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons’ Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill on Wednesday 15 March at 2pm followed by private cremation. Donations to St John Ambulance Invercargill would be appreciated and can be made at the service. Messages can be sent to 28 Duncan Street, Invercargill 9810 or to Clive’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream link to the service will be available.

BROWN, Grant John (Brownie):
Suddenly at Southland Hospital on Wednesday 8 March 2023, aged 65 years. Cherished husband and soulmate of Jocelyn. Dearly loved and best dad of Casey and Harvey, Hannah and Andy, Chrissy and Aaran, Amy and Patrick, and Aaron. The best grandad of Amber, Calib, Mason, Leo, Odin, Heath, Archer, Freya, Will, and Blake. A memorial service to celebrate Brownie’s life will be held in Club Southland, Leet Street on Monday 13 March at 2:00pm – feel free to wear your crocs. If you wish to view the service via livestream, go to the Avenal Park website, obituaries page and click on the link on Brownie’s page. Messages 247 Tramway Road, Strathern, Invercargill 9812.

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.

JOHNSTON, Hazel Winifred:
14.01.1931 – 29.01.2023
Hazel was the cherished wife of the late Alex; and a dearly loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Family and friends are warmly invited to attend a memorial service for Hazel at Hawthorn Den Inn, 141 Waikaka Road, Willowbank, on Saturday, March 18 at 11.00am, followed by light refreshments. Private cremation has been held.

KERR, Ray:
Ray Kerr died on the Feast of the Assumption (August 15) 2021 but his funeral proceedings were stymied by the second Covid lockdown. The family are marking Ray’s life in the Basilica Parish, at 9am Mass (he was a regular attendee), on Thursday, March 30. Then, at 10.00am Fr Brendan will bless his gravestone at Eastern Cemetery (very close to the Main Gates across from Ascot Park entrance on East Road). After this, at around 10.45am we will have a morning tea function at Ascot Park. All who knew him are welcome to join the family to honour Ray at any or all of these events.

LARKINS, David Peter: peacefully at Southland Hospital on 8 March 2023. Aged 64. Loved father and father-in- law of Tim and Fleur ( Twizel); Kate and Matt ( Oamaru). Much loved Granddad of Deakon, Alice, Frankie, Manning, Iva, and Arthur. Loved Son of the late Peter and Marion Larkins. Brother and brother-in-law of Bev and Mike Johnstone. A private cremation has been held. A memorial gathering to share stories and memories of David will be held at 11am, Sunday 12th March 2023 at the Winton Golf Club, Sub Station Road, Winton. Messages to 59 Jessica’s Lane, Oamaru 9472 or to David’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz

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.

MANERA, Alan:
of Tuatapere, passed suddenly but peacefully on Wednesday 8 March, 2023 aged 78. Dearly loved by Kathy. Much loved father of Inez, and Kylie, and all his grandchildren and great-grandchild. A loved brother, brother-in-law, and uncle. A service to celebrate Alan’s life will be held in the Waiau Town and Country Club, 41 King Street, Tuatapere, on Monday 13 March at 11am followed by private cremation. Messages can be sent to 13 Peace Street, Tuatapere 9620, or to Alan’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where there is also a link to the livestream of the service.

McDONOUGH, Terryl Anna:
On Saturday, March 4, 2023, in Hervey Bay, Queensland, Australia. Taken suddenly at 41 years young. Deeply loved partner of Andrew Skerry (Australia), dearly cherished daughter of Christine and Kerry Soper (Australia) and Peter McDonough (Picton). Adored little sister and sister-in-law of Wade and Lisa McDonough, and special Aunty to Emma and Samantha.
“Loved by all who knew her”
‘There are special people in our lives that never leave us even after they have gone’ Funeral to be held Monday, March 13, in Australia. In lieu of flowers please donate to ovarian cancer research.

McDOWALL, Cecelia Margaret:
15.9.1947 – 9.3.2023
Ashburton, previously of Gore. Loved wife of the Late Cairn McDowall (Gore).Precious and loved Mum of Isobel and Warren Gentle (Ashburton) the late Barry, Brent and Dianne Braithwaite (Bribie Island, Australia) Niq James (Christchurch) late Matthew Braithwaite (Gore). Loved Gran of Tori and Zeir, Taine, Madison, Francine and Gavin, Yazmin and Kadin, Keegan and Hannah. Loved great-Gran of Bonnie and Kush, Jessie, Fletcher, Zephyr, Harper. Loved great-great-Gran of Avani. Dear friend of Robyn, Gran to Mandy, Ryan, Michelle and Krystal and God Mum of Mere (Gore), special friend to Colleen (Ashburton). Cherished daughter of the late Edith and Percy Botting and loved sister and sister in law of the late Victor and Noelene Botting, Eoin (late) and Joan Botting, Alan (late) and Mavis Botting, Lloyd and Terrill (Late) Braithwaite, Lex (late) and Barbara Waters (Australia). Loved Aunty Cess to all her nieces and nephews. Messages to Cecelia’s family, 32a Buffon Street, Waltham, CHCH 8023. A service to celebrate the life of Cecelia will be held at St David’s Union Church, Allens Road, Ashburton on Monday, March 13, at 2.00pm. A private cremation will follow. The family ask attendees to please wear joyful colours to celebrate their precious Mum Cecelia.
Death is no endless journey, no going on alone.
Only a pause, a quietness, a going home.

RUTHERFORD, Judith Dawn (Dawn):
Dawn died on Saturday, March 4, 2023, while in the care of the wonderful Otago Community Hospice staff. Dawn died as she lived, determined to maintain control of whatever remained of her life and to establish what processes would follow her death, including not having a funeral service. She was the only daughter of James and Jessie Rutherford. She was the much loved sister and sister-in-law of Jim and Ann, and the much loved aunt of Matthew. Jim, Ann, and Matthew pass on their heartfelt thanks to Dunedin Hospital and Dunedin Hospice staff. The care Dawn received in her final days was truly extraordinary. These thanks are extended to family members and friends who have supported Dawn over the years. A special thanks to Lyla, Ken and Glenn. Messages to 10 Walker Place, Alexandra 9320.

Acknowledgement

BATT, Elza Violet Elizabeth:
Bill, Pauline, Noelene and families wish to thank you for your support, kindness and love on the recent loss ofour mum, nana and great-nana. Thank you for the many messages, cards, flowers and food which were gratefully received. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement of our thanks.

DAVIDSON, Anita Audrey:
Louise, Steve and Raymond, would like to express their sincere thanks to family, friends and neighbours, who sent flowers, cards and left tributes, following the loss of a dearly loved mother, mother-in-law and Nana. A special thank you to cousins Julie and Sharon for your love and support and Virginia who travelled from Christchurch. Also dear friends for many years, Alison, Penny, Marie and Rosalie. To the doctors and nurses at Southland Hospital ED and ICU departments, St John Ambulance crew and the wonderful district nurses, also Nurse Elaine who came to check if we were ok. Thank you all for your care and compassion for Anita and our family. To celebrant Lynley McKerrow for your lovely tribute to Anita, delivered beautifully, and Rachael from J Fraser and Sons for your care and professionalism during a difficult time. Please accept this as our personal acknowledgement to you all.

SINCLAIR, Douglas John (Doug):
Karen, Kerry, Mel, Brad and their families would like to sincerely thank everyone for their kindness and support during Doug’s illness and his passing. The many messages, flowers, meals, baking, and cards have been very much appreciated. We are also very grateful and wish to acknowledge the wonderful care and support which Doug received at Mercy Hospital (Dunedin), Hospice Southland, and Clare House. Thank you also to those involved with organising Doug’s funeral, and to everyone who attended both local and those that travelled from afar. He was a much loved and respected husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, uncle, and friend to many. We will miss him every day but treasure the precious memories we all have. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement and a heartfelt thank you from us all.
Forever In Our Hearts.

TIMPANY, Basil Herbert:
Vicki, Warren and all of the Family would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for the expressions of love and support we received after the passing of our much loved Dad, grandad, great-grandad and great-great-grandad Baz. To those who attended Basils funeral, and especially those who travelled long distances, also the beautiful floral tributes, cards and messages, baking, visits, phone calls were all very comforting at this sad time. A special thanks to Basil’s two nieces Virginia Murray for playing the organ so beautifully and also to Bronwyn Beker for the RSA tribute, it was very humbling. We have since received Dad’s medals that had not been collected – very special. To Peter Noble for conducting such a fitting service for Dad. It didn’t take him long to get Basil’s number and he add his own little twist – just the right man for the job Peter – thank you. To the wonderful, caring staff from Salisbury Wing at Rowena Jackson, you are truly exceptional in all that you do. Thank you for caring for Dad and being there for him when we couldn’t during Covid, you all went above and beyond for your residents, for which we are truly grateful.
To Donna and the team at Avenal Park Funeral Home – Thank you for your love and guidance during this very difficult time and assisting in any way you could to make our wishes possible. I am sure Baz will love being wrapped in his farm and sheep. Also to Tim and the Grandchildren for the amazing tribute to Grandad , it was very powerful and sincere, he would be very proud of you all. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement from us all.
R.I.P. Baz.

WHITE, Stanley Thomas:
Mary and the family of Stanley wish to sincerely thank the many friends and locals, past and present, who visited, sent cards and messages, or beautiful flowers and food. All were appreciated and please consider this a personal acknowledgement from us all.And thank you to all those who joined with us to celebrate and honour Stan’s life, making his funeral service a memorable and special occasion.