What’s On Invers Funeral Notices - Saturday 14th June

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]

GILMOUR, Kathleen Margaret:
11.2.1932 - 11.6.2025. Peacefully in her sleep, with daughters Kathleen and Kathryn by her side, at Vickery Court Care Home, Invercargill. In her 94th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Russell Gilmour. Cherished Mother and Mother-in-law of Lawrence and Louise Hill, Kathleen and Jeffrey Black, the late Christine Hill, Kathryn (Kate) and Reg Hall, and Trudy Henigan. Adored Granny of Michael, Richard, and Alan; the late Sonia, and Hayley; Ethan and Lucas; Jasmine, Summer, Sky, Shantal and Gienah, and a much-loved Great Granny of 13. Loved sister of the late Len and Neville Hall, Mavis McMurtrie and Alma Mills. The family would like to acknowledge the great care and kindness given to Kathleen during her last seven years at Vickery Court. A service to celebrate Kathleen’s life will be held in J Fraser & Sons Chapel, Cnr Esk & Doon Streets, Invercargill, on Tuesday 17th June at 1.30pm. Followed by a private cremation. Messages to K Black, 474 Longwood Road, RD1, Riverton 9881 or to Kathleen’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

HOWLEY, Larry Brent:
06/07/1957. It is with much sadness that the family of Larry Brent Howley announce his sudden passing on Thursday morning 12 June 2025. Son of Robert (Bob) Howley, and Jean McEwan. Loved step son of Dot Henderson. Cherished Father of Angela and Andrew, Glenn, Michael, Brendon, Sam, Tracey and Marcus, the late Shana, Tamara and Karl, Eva, Alexis and Dion, Tina and Logan. Grandfather of Sheldon, Riley, Georgia, Thomas, Tyrone, Maverick, Aubrey, Maximus, Jacob, Tyler, Luther, Destiny, Indi, Charlotte, the late Shakaya, Danzic, Maverick, Mercury, Raven, Amelia, and CJ. A private cremation will be held followed by a memorial at a later date.

HOWLEY, Larry:
06/07/1957 – 12/06/2025
Peace and rest at last for a beloved brother. ‘till we meet again. With love from your siblings, partners and families: Jan and Ken, Ann and Graeme, Robbie and Karyn, Steve and Sara, Chey and Rach, Dell, Justin, Gerald and Mandy, Warren, Donna and Jac, Wendy and Mick, Wayne, Dallas and Lisa. Forever in our hearts. Loved and remembered always.

HUNTER, Lynette Faye (Lyn):
At Southland Hospital, Invercargill on Wednesday June 12, 2025. Aged 64 years. Loved daughter of Harold* and Elsie* Hunter. Loved sister of Taz*, Ray, Killer*, Sharon, and John Ross*. Loved Aunty of Alea, Sam, Tyler. And Great Aunty of Marley, Jaydah and Harper. Dearly loved by all her cousins. A service to celebrate Lyn’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr. Esk and Doon Streets, at 1 .30 pm, on Wednesday June 18. Private cremation thereafter. Lyn will rest at 14 Crawford Street where messages may be sent. Digital messages may be left at Lyn’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream is available. (*Denotes deceased.)

MOUNSEY, Angela Maitland:
Passed peacefully on Tuesday 10 June, 2025, aged 92 years. Dealy loved wife of the late Len. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Gordon and Bev, Prue and Bruce, Annabel and the late John, and Tim and Anne. Loved Gran of her 10 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held in Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 61 King Street, Windsor, Invercargill on Monday 16 June at 11am. Messages can be sent to 50 Rimu Street, Invercargill 9812 or to Angela's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where there is a livestream link to the service.

SAUNDERS, John Stewart:
(A whisky & bowls lover) John passed away peacefully on Monday 9 June 2025 with close family. Aged 84 years. Dear husband to the late Merle. Special dad to Warren, Shelley and Amanda and to son-in-law Julian, and daughter in law Kelly. Loved Grandad to Tyla, Sinead, Jade, Jacob & Jords, Damien, Cheyenne & Alana, pet grandad to Burt, Harley, Mason & Indy, Great Grandad to Elsie, Addison & Ryder. A thank you to everyone that has cared for dad over the years You will be dearly missed John boy. Family have farewelled John at a private graveside service. Digital messages may be left at John’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes.

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]

SMITH, Maureen Audrey:
Warren and the family extend their heartfelt thanks to all who offered messages of sympathy, sent flowers and food, made phone calls, wrote cards, and showed their support following the loss of our much-loved Maureen. We are especially grateful to everyone who attended her funeral service. Maureen would have been deeply touched by the number of people who came to say goodbye, many of whom travelled significant distances to be with us. Our sincere thanks to David, Greg, Lori, and Raylene at Macdonald and Weston for your exceptional care and compassion. To those who spoke at the service, thank you, your words truly honoured Maureen. We also wish to acknowledge Julie Jones and Dr Mador at Southland Hospital for your kindness, care, and guidance throughout Maureen’s illness. Maureen leaves us with cherished memories that will remain with us always. Please accept this as a personal expression of our deepest gratitude.