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

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]

BAXTER, Gwen:
(late of Mosgiel and Brighton) Gwen died peacefully on Tuesday, February 14, 2024, at Windsor Park Care Home, Gore; aged 93 years. Daughter of the late Mabel and Stanley Cahill, dearly loved wife of the late Ron, precious mum of Linda and Ian MacKenzie (Middlemarch), Judy and John Richardson (Gore), Kevin and Liz, Mia Mia, Victoria, Peter and Jenny (Melbourne), loved Grandma Baxter of Ross, Cameron, Sharyn, Darryl, Scott; Shannon, Lucy, Michael; Michelle, Lee, Cory, also Sam and Chris; and Peta, Grandma Baxter to her numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren on both sides of the Tasman, and a dear Auntie Gwen to her nieces and nephews. Loved special friend of Jenny and Colin Kennett (Brisbane). The family offer sincere thanks to Vikki and the staff of Charlton and Hospital wings at Windsor Park for their loving care of Gwen for the past 15 months, and for the extra special care of our family in Gwen’s last days. A memorial service to celebrate Gwen’s life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 11.00am on Saturday, March 2. Gwen’s service will be livestreamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream Messages to PO Box 77, Mosgiel 9053.

ALLISON, Frances Elizabeth (Betty) (nee Mutch):
Passed away peacefully with Lenox holding her hand and family at her side, at Vickery Court on Friday 9 February 2024, age 92 years. Daughter of Janie and Jim (Bucky) Mutch, older sister of Joe, all late of Waikaia, and dearly loved wife, workmate and companion of Lenox, much loved and devoted mother and mother-in-law of Ken and Ngaire, Neil and Judy, Jill and Lloyd Bryant. Loved and admired grandma of Allison, Nathan and Lisa Bryant, Brett and Alana, Callum and Minessa and their partners. Also great grandmother of her 13 great grandchildren. Many thanks to her special group of carers at Vickery Court. A private cremation has been held and a memorial afternoon tea will be held on Sunday March 10 as per Betty’s wishes. In her own words…
“No fuss, no bother, Betty’s gone”
Messages to Jill, 61 McQuarrie Street Invercargill 9812.

DOCHERTY, Wayne Charles (Doc):
Passed unexpectedly at home. Loved husband to Maureen. Loved dad to Barbara, Allan, Cherie, Larissa, Tessa and partners. Cherished Grandfather to Keegan, Jensen, and Pyper also to Cushla, Ashlee, and Zhia great grandfather to Oakley. There will be a get-together to celebrate his life on Tuesday 20th February at 1 pm at the Pioneer Tavern Edendale. All welcome. Messages to “Docherty Family” PO Box 632, Invercargill or you can go to Doc’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/doc

FAULKNER, Allan:
Passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 15, 2024 after a long struggle, in Tauranga Hospital, aged 80. Dearly loved husband of Jenny and loved brother of Bill*, Nancy de Watignar (Brisbane), Coral Munro*, Geoff*, Mary Johnstone (Gore), Robin and Lindsay Faulkner (Tuatapere).
A life well lived.
Rest in peace dear brother.

GARAMA, Johan Louis Pieter (John):
On Friday, 16 February 2024. Loved husband of the late Nancy. Loved Pa of Janet and Bob, Margaret and Brian, John and Dianne, and all their families. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Hanna and Dave, Jack and Margaret, and uncle to their families. A service to celebrate John’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox St, Invercargill on Wednesday 21 February 2024, at 10.30am. A private family interment to follow at the Eastern Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance may be left at the service. Messages to 220 Bay Road, RD 9, Invercargill 9879.

MacFADGEN, Ross:
07.09.1945 – 11.02.2024
After a brutal, but mercifully brief battle, Ross died at Dunstan Hospital on Sunday evening, aged 78. Beloved husband of Beverley, father of Sean, and Nichole, father-in-law of Jason, and “Dad” of Max the Labrador, son of the late Leslie and Rata MacFadgen of Bluff. In keeping with Ross’ wishes, he has been cremated. A later date to commemorate his life will be confirmed in due course, when we hope you can join us in the celebration. Thank you to the medical teams who have cared for Ross for your warmth and compassion, his Dr GP Greg White and team, our local St John’s volunteers, the district nursing team, Otago Community Hospice, and the team at Dunstan Hospital. Messages to 159 Hall Road, Bannockburn 9384.

McCARROLL, Allan John:
Passed away after a short but courageous fight. Much loved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, and friend to many. Our pillar of strength has fallen and we are heartbroken, but thankful to have had such a wonderful guiding hand helping us through life.
At dad’s wishes, a private cremation has already been held however tributes and messages can be sent to 550 Tweed Street, Invercargill.
“Moe mai ra, e papa, rest easy dad, forever with us”.

McCALLUM Jill Beverly:
Peacefully on Tuesday the 13th of February 2024. Beloved wife of the late Warwick. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Suzanne, David and Jennifer, the late Glenys, Louise and Nick, and Helen. A loved nana and great nana. As per Jill’s wishes a private Interment has been held. Messages to McCallum Family PO Box 632, Invercargill or you can go to Jill’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/jill

MILLER, Allen Bruce (Bruce):
AB Seaman 16947 RNZN
27-03-1944 – 15-02-2024
Peacefully, surrounded by Jenny and his loving family, at Hospice Southland on their 55th Wedding Anniversary. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Jenny. Much loved and respected father and father-in-law of Ryan and Christine, Dallas and Alex. Adored grandfather of Callum, and Lucy, and Lucha. Best friend of Minty. Dearly loved son of Alexander* and Margaret* Miller. Loved brother, brother-in-law, and friend to many. A gathering to celebrate Bruce’s life, will be held on Thursday 22nd of February, at Ascot Park Hotel, commencing at 1pm.
Messages to 42 Edinburgh Crescent, Invercargill 9810 or can be left on Bruce’s tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Southland would be much appreciated.

NELSON, Mavora:
Passed away peacefully on Friday, February 9, 2024 with family by her side. Beloved wife of the late Johnny. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Wallace and Jan, Sylvia and Rod. Loved grandmother of Jodi and Ben, Tim and Emma, Cam and Christina, Ashleigh and Alan.
Loved special great grandmother of all her great grandchildren. A private burial has taken place as per Mavora’s wishes. Special thanks to Rowena Jackson staff for all their loving care of Mavora. Messages to Mavora’s tribute page at frasersfunerals/tributes

WAITIRI, Chad Wilfred:
As a result on a tragic accident on Monday 12 February 2024; aged 41 years. Deeply loved partner and soulmate of Billie-Jo Fisher, dearly loved and respected father of Zayne. Loved son of Terry* Waitiri and Margaret Allan, loved son-in-law of Billy* and Jasmine Fisher. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Tane and Maree, Katrina and Anthony, Danny and Wynetta, Jamie and Angela, Christian and Liani, Tommy, Brendon. A much loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews, and a special friend to his Ruapuke Whanau. A service will be held for Chad in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street Invercargill on Tuesday 20 February at 10.30am. Following the service, Chad will be accompanied by whanau to his beloved Ruapuke Island where he will be laid to rest alongside his father. Messages to 74 Lagan Street Bluff 9814.

WAITIRI, Chad Wilfred:
It is with deep sorrow we announce the tragic passing of Chad on Monday 12 February 2024. Chad was the cherished son of Terry* (Funnel) Waitiri and Margaret and stepson of Chris* Allan. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Terina and Hayden Geddes, Camilla and Taryn Waitiri, uncle of Josh, Ben and Tim. Nephew of Mork and Nora Crooks.
“Gone Fishing”
To hear your voice, to see your smile,
To sit and talk with you a while.
To be together in the same old way,
would be our greatest wish today.
It’s not what we write
It’s not what we say
It’s how we remember you
In our own special way.

WALKER, Donald, (Jock):
Of Invercargill, formerly of Aberdeen (Scotland). Passed peacefully on Saturday 16 December, 2023, aged 82. Beloved husband of the late Peg. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Kevin and Maxine (Te Puke), Barry and Jayne (Methven), Judith and Nigel (Wellington). Adored Pop of Ryan, Tayla, and Brodie; Liam and Sienna. Much loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle. A service to celebrate the life of Donald (Jock) will be held in J Fraser and Sons’ Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill on Wednesday 21 February at 3pm. Messages can be sent to [email protected] or to Jock’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where there will be a livestream link to the service.

In Memoriam

MULQUEEN, Daniel:
6.12.1948 – 19.2.2023
In loving memory of our much loved and adored husband, Dad, Granddad and friend.
Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us every day;
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed, still very dear.
We would like to take this opportunity to say a massive heartfelt thank you to all those who have wrapped us in love and support as we navigated a year without our dearly loved Dan.

Acknowledgement

McRae, Yvonne:
Monique, Chris and families would like to thank our wider family, friends, workplaces/colleagues and many of Mum’s own friends and acquaintances for the overwhelming support after the sudden passing of Yvonne in Invercargill on 25.12.23. Especially to Margaret Brown (Tracy P, Tracy and young Shani, Sian and Ruby) at Calvary. Thanks to Avenal Park Funeral Home (Nigel and Dee) and especially Denise Smith for leading a beautiful farewell for mum. Also thanks to St John Ambulance Staff for their patience, care and compassion. We have all appreciated the kind messages, phone calls, visits, beautiful flowers and lovely food. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement, your kindness will never be forgotten.