What’s On Invers Funeral Notices – Saturday 16th March

Funeral Notices are published daily at 6:40am Monday to Saturday a free community service provided by whatsoninvers.nz
If you would lie your loved one’s death/funeral notices, memoriam
or acknowledgement listed email it in word or PDF to [email protected]

BRITTON, Robert:
Surrounded by loving family, at Lakes District Hospital, Frankton, on Monday, March 11, 2024, aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband and friend for 60 years to Jean, deeply loved Dad and father-in-law to Jenny and the late Lindsay Barnett, Neville and Sharon, Russell and Imelda, cherished Grandad of Campbell, and Benjamin; Samantha and Emma. A service to celebrate Bob’s life will be held on Monday, March 18, at 1.00pm, in the Lake Hayes Pavilion, private family interment to follow. Thank you to all the caring staff at Lakes District Hospital. Messages to 32 Old School Road, RD1, Queenstown 9371.

CROSBIE, Kathleen:
On Tuesday, March 12, 2024, peacefully at Parklands Hospital, aged 88 years. Adored wife of the late Nelson, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Paul and Sue, Sandra and Paul, loved Nana of Lexi, Sam, Will, and Harrison, Richie, Ali, Oli, and Jo, and great-granddaughter Tully, loved sister of Dorothy Chisholm (Queenstown), and the late Raymond Cosgrove (Winton), and their families. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Kath Crosbie, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to SPCA or St. John would be appreciated, and may be made online at spca.nz, or stjohn.org.nz. As were Kath’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place; private interment with Nelson will be held at a later date.

CUNNINGHAM, Muriel Agnes (nee Lamb):
Passed away on Wednesday 13th March 2024 at Vickery Court, aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Bruce. Loved mother and mother in law of Kevin and partner Lyn, Murray and Donna, Nigel and family (Australia), and Darrell. Loved Grandma to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Muriel was a loved sister, sister in law and Aunty. As per Muriel’s wishes a private cremation has taken place. Messages to 57 Wilfrid Street Invercargill.

MANN, Peter Leslie:
Peter lost his 13-year fight with lung and kidney disease on Wednesday March 13,2024 at Gore Hospital. Dearly loved husband of Jeanette for 55 years, proud father and father in-law of Jeffery (Wendonside), Bernard (New Plymouth), and Alistair and Tina (Wendonside), respected and loved Grandfather of Travis, Jessica, Connor, Pacey, Bianca, and Jeffery Jnr. Loved brother of Anne and uncle of his 2 nieces and 4 nephews. A service to celebrate of Peter’s life will be held on Saturday March 16, at 2pm in the Holy Trinity Church, Traford Street, Gore, followed by a private cremation. Peter’s service will be livestreamed https://livestream.com/accounts72885/petermann Messages to 44 Ardwick Street, Gore 9710.

McFARLANE, Nola:
Peacefully at Ripponburn Hospital and Home, Cromwell, on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, in her 96th year. Loved daughter of Tom* and Rita* Bishop, and sister Doris*, loved and supportive soulmate of Jim* McFarlane for 48 years, cherished Mum and mother-in-law of Jean, Grant and Robyn, Margaret and Rob, and Hamish, proud Granny of Andrew, Meghan, Mark, Lisa, Tom and Rose* and her 9 great-grandchildren, loved Aunty and much appreciated friend of all her many friends and neighbours over the years. Grateful thanks to the many people who have helped and supported over the years. A celebration of Nola’s long, full busy life will be held at her home, 3 Panners Cove Lane, Cromwell, on Saturday, April 20, at 2.00pm. Messages to Counter Delivery, Karitane Post Centre, Dunedin 9440, or email – [email protected]
(*denotes deceased)

OWENS, Marie Joyce (née Shaw):
Passed away peacefully in Canada. Loved daughter of Rosanna* and Gilbert* Shaw. Loved sister of Gib, Sylvia, Owen, Noel, Daphne, Ian, Dianne, Alan, Bill, and Lynne and families. Messages to 66 David Street, Hawthorndale, Invercargill 9810.

RUSSELL, Ivan;
Ivan’s family would like to thank everyone for attending the celebration of Ivan’s life, for the prayers, flowers, food, cards, and sincere wishes and to those who travelled long distances to be at the service. David and Darren – your words made it an uplifting service which Ivan would have loved, and Steven, your singing was awesome. A big thank you to everyone who visited Ivan during his time as Ascot Bupa, the wonderful staff there, the Hospice nurses, and Leah from Monarc, who all cared for Ivan. Also, to Uniquely Us choir for visiting and singing.
God saw you getting tired, and a cure was not to be, so he put his arms around you and whispered, “Come to me”.

STURGESS, Maureen Joan (Joan):
Diane, Robyn, Janine and families wish to extend our sincere thanks for the kindness and support we have received through those who attended Mum’s funeral and the many beautiful messages, cards, food & flowers that we have received. A special thank you to all those involved in Mum’s care, especially the kindness and compassion from staff at Walmsley House and Clare House. Thank you to the team at Avenal Park Funeral Home for your assistance and to Lynley McKerrow for conducting such a fitting tribute. We are so grateful to you all.  Mum was a special person and would have been humbled by the kindness that has been shown.

WALLACE, Noeline:
Much loved best friend of the late Graham for 55 years. Treasured Mum and Nana of Kristine Wallace; Karen, Ewen, Liam, Jayden, and Brendan McLeay; Brent, Ginny, Nate, Isla, and Lily Wallace.
‘It doesn’t matter where you go in life…
What you do…
It’s who you have beside you’.
A Memorial service to celebrate Noeline’s life will be held on Saturday March 23, 2024, at 1.30pm in the Gore RSA Function Lounge, 12 Bowler Ave, Gore. Messages to 31 Hyde Street, Gore 9710.

Acknowledgements:

FROST, Tony:
Lina, Rae, Sau, Key and Harry along with their families would like to sincerely thank everyone for their expressions of sympathy and support following the passing of Tony. Loved father, father-in-law, Grandpa and great Grandpa. Thank you to those who came from overseas, visited, brought food, sent messages, cards and flowers and joined us for the funeral service. We took great comfort from your kindness, thoughtfulness and presence. Our thanks to the staff at Clare House for their kindness and care of Tony. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement from the Frost family.

SHUTTLEWORTH, Mark Phillip:
20 years have passed Mark,
It doesn’t feel like you’ve gone,
You’ve just changed your address.
We all think of you often.
Love Mum & Dad, your sisters, brothers and their families.