What’s On Invers Funeral Notices – Saturday 17th August

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]

CAHILL, Michael:
Formerly of “The Forks”, Shingle Creek. Unexpectedly, at Dunedin Hospital, aged 88. Dearly loved and devoted husband to Margaret, adored father and father-in-law of Sarah and Lawrence, Mike and Chrissy. Cherished Pops to Charlotte and Mick. Much loved and respected brother-in-law of Peter Duggan*, Michael* and Myra Duggan, Erin and Terry Cairns, Brian and Rosemary Duggan, and Trish and Ray Galt. Loving uncle and great-uncle to his nieces and nephews.
RIP. In accordance with Mike’s wishes, a private family farewell has been held. Messages to 23 Merchiston Street, Dunedin 9013. (*denotes deceased).

CROSBIE, Margaret:
8.1.1946 – 13.8.2024
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at Otago Community Hospice on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of Bill (William) Crosbie. Treasured mother and mother-in-law of Grant and Pamela Crosbie (Perth), Michael and Trudy Crosbie (Perth), and Jason and Cindy Crosbie (Mosgiel). Loved Nanna of Mathew, Alice, Ashley, Josh, Lachlan, Makayla, Maddison, and Hayley. Loved sister and sister-in-law of John and Judy Buchanan, and Jocelyn (nee Buchanan) and Eddie Ellen. Heartfelt thanks to Otago Community Hospice for their care of Margaret. A service to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held at the Te Anau Club, Pop Andrew Drive, Te Anau, 1.00pm, on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, followed by a Private family interment at the Lynwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Cancer Foundation-Daffodil Day, would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 2 Brow Peak, Arrowtown Lifestyle Village, 224 McDonnell Road, Arrowtown or to Margaret’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

DAVIS, Dorothy Elizabeth (Dot):
Peacefully in the care of Rose Lodge Rest Home on Thursday, 15th August 2024, with her loving family by her side. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Graham and Penny, Kaye and Ash, and Boyd and Lyndal. Adored Nana of Rikki and Michelle, Braden and Toni, Logan, and Great Nana of Jayden, Isabella, and Khobe. As per Dot’s wishes, a private family farewell has been held. Messages to Davis family, c/- PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840.

HAMMOND, Alan:
20.9.1950 – 16.8.2024
Alan went to fly with the waterfowl on Friday, August 16, 2024 after a long tussle with illness. Dearly loved partner of Jenny, loved former husband of Helena; dearly loved father and father-in-law of Natasha and Simon, Damien, Vanessa and Harry, and Milly; loved grandfather of Oliver and Emily, Kaleb, Hunter, Penelope and Oscar, Eve and Stella. Loved oldest son of Mildred and Bob, and loved brother of Neil, Colin*, Owen*, Ian, Brian (Barney)*, Ross*, Neville, Dale and Blair. Renowned owner of many legendary naughty dogs, friend of many, mentor to young hunters and scallywags far and wide. The family wishes to thank the caring staff at Dunstan Hospital and Health Central for their wonderful care of Alan over the last few years. Funeral Details to be advised. Messages to 1303 Fruitlands-Roxbugh Road, RD2 Fruitlands 9392. (*Denotes deceased).

McCULLOCH, John:
16.08.1948 – 03.08.2024
John’s celebration of life will be held at ILT Stadium Southland, Invercargill, at 11.00am on Monday, August 19. Please wear something colourful. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Coast Guard, which may be left at the service. Digital messages may be left at John’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream link can be accessed.

McLACHLAN, Wynette Audrey:
Wynston, Nigel, Mia, Ian, Toni and family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to everyone for the support given following the recent passing of Wynette. We were deeply humbled by the wonderful and generous people who have sent food, flowers, cards, messages and the visits we received, it was greatly appreciated. A special thank you to Gore hospital, Chris and the team at Mercy hospital for your care and compassion given to Wynette. Thank you to our celebrant Sharyne Payne, and Raewyn from Aurora funeral services for guiding us through this journey, also Kevin Smith, Colleen Fenton, Christine Cleland, and Rosemary Cowley for your tributes at Wynette’s service. Thank you to all who attended the service, travelled long distance to be there for our family.
She will be sadly missed.
Please accept this as our personal acknowledgement.

McNAUGHTON, Athole Davina:
Athole passed on 29th July 2024 after a courageous fight at Southland Hospital with her daughter Jacqueline by her side. Jacque and Scott would like to thank family and friends for their kindness and support. Thank you to everyone who attended mum’s celebration of life. Mum said, “she had a happy life”. Thank you everyone. Love ya mum, shine on Jacqueline and Scott XX
P.S. HAPPY BIRTHDAY FOR SUNDAY 18TH.

PRINGLE, Desmond:
On Saturday, August 10, 2024, peacefully at Bupa Ashford. Dearly loved husband of the late Elsie, much loved father and father-in-law of Sandra and Grant, Vaughan and Mary, loved granddad of Amelie, Yelena; Luke and Liam, beloved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. Messages to the Pringle family, c/o PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. At Des’s request a private burial has been held.

SINCLAIR, Brian Donald:
(Late of Nightcaps and Winton)
On Thursday 15th August 2024, at Bupa Ascot Care Home, aged 94. Loved eldest son of John* and Edith* Sinclair. Loved brother and brother in-law of Keith* and Joan, Ian, Graeme and Doreen, Ruth* and Mack* Stirling, Judy and Dave* Robertson, Bruce* and Linette, Neil and Margaret, and Donald and Philippa. Also a much loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the staff at Bupa Ascot, for all their loving care of Brian. A service to celebrate Brian’s life will be held in J Fraser & Sons Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, at 11.00am, on Tuesday, August 20. Followed by interment at Nightcaps Cemetery. Messages to 38 Shields Street, Clyde 9330, and tributes may be left on Brian’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream of the service will also be available. (*denotes deceased)

STEWART, Emilia, Jasmine:
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Emilia Jasmine Stewart, aged 7 years, who tragically passed away on August 13, 2024, following an accident. Emilia is survived by parents Paul and Rebecca and sister Charlotte and a large extended family who loved her dearly. Though her time with us was brief Emilia brought immense joy and love into the lives of all who knew her. A funeral service for Emilia will be held on Saturday August 24, at 10.30am in the Calvin Community Church, 25 Roberston Street, Gore. Please wear bright colours. The family kindly request in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Emilia’s memory to Otago Southland Rescue Helicopter Trust. Emilia loved painting stones so these would also make a fitting tribute. We give thanks to the wonderful staff at Dunedin hospital who took great care of Emilia, especially the staff in the Southern Critical Care Unit. Our hearts are heavy with grief, but we find comfort in the beautiful memories we shared. Rest In Peace, sweet Emilia. You will forever be in our hearts.

STEWART, Peggie:
At Bupa Ascot Rest Home with her loving family by her side on Tuesday, 13 August 2024, aged 95 years. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of the late Ray; much loved mum and mother-in-law of Sharon Smith, Vicky and Stephen Wilcox, Paula and Bruce Malcolm, Deborah and David Horsham; much loved nana of Jason and Tracy, Aaron and Michelle, Lorisa-Lee*, Amy, Jacqui and Tim, Brodie, Erika and Braydan, Kayla; much loved great nana of Jayden, TJ, Cameron, Jasmin, Ayva-Jean, Blakeley, and Amelia; and cherished family member of her loving extended family.
“I love you forever and ever and always”.
A special thank you to all the staff that cared for Peggie at BUPA Ascot. A service for Peggie will be held in the Holy Trinity Anglican Church, King Street, Invercargill on Monday, 19 August, at 1.30pm, followed by a private cremation. Messages to The Stewart Family, c/- PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840.

TAIT, Susan:
7.11.1956 – 14.8.2024
Dearly loved wife and best friend of Russell. Adored mother of Natasha and Ali Duncan (Kaitangata), and step-mother of Brendon and Matthew Tait (Tapanui) and their partners Max, Fiona and Julie. Loved nana of Madi, Ellah, Kat and Lottie, and Nana Sue of Taylah, Brylee and Cohen and great-grandies Ivey and Alia. Sister and sister-in-law of Rosemary and John Copland (Bannockburn), John and Julie (Invercargill), Fairlie, Mary and Jimmy. A loved aunt, great-aunt and cousin. A private cremation has been held. Messages may be sent to PO Box 42, Milton 9241.

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]

LEONARD, Joan Therese:
15 July 2024. Janice, Allan, Julie, and Linda wish to thank everyone for the cards, flowers, food and phone calls at the time of Mum’s passing. These were all greatly appreciated. Please accept this as our personal thanks.