What’s On Invers Funeral Notices - Saturday 21st 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]

BLACK, Allan:
Passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, at Southland Hospital on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Dearly loved and adored husband of Louisa for 63 years. Loved and appreciated father of Peter, and Noel. Treasured Grandfather of Lana , and Adam. A private cremation has been held, and a memorial service for Allan will be held at a later date. Messages to 170 Lindisfarne Street, Invercargill 9810, or can be left on Allan's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz.

DONAGHY, Archibald John Phillip (Archie):
Peacefully at home on Thursday 19th June 2025, aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband of Pat. Loved and treasured dad of Sharon, Graeme, and Judith, and father-in-law of Mark. Cherished Grandad of his grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. A service to celebrate Archie’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Monday 23 June at 1:30pm. Messages to The Donaghy Family, PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840

DUFFY, Mary:
On June 17, 2025 at Leslie Groves Hospital; aged 96 years. Loved wife of the late Owen, loved mother of Greg, Kerrin, and Owen, loved Grandmother of Katrina, Regan, Simativa, Aidan, Ben, and Tegan. A celebration of Molly's life will be held in Hope and Sons Chapel, 523 Andersons Bay Road, at 2.00pm on Wednesday, June 25. Messages to the Duffy Family, c/- PO Box 5013, Dunedin 9054.

McGREGOR, Desley:
Passed away peacefully at Ashburton Hospital surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. Aged 90 years. Honorary life member of the Gore Fire Brigade. Dearly loved husband and life partner of Betty. Much loved father and father-in-law of Kerry and John Rodgers, Angela and Stuart Lalor, Lynden and Fiona McGregor. Cherished Poppa of all of his 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. A much loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle of all his nieces and nephews and a special friend to many. A true gentleman, 90 years well lived. We would like to give special thanks to Dr Penny Holdaway and all of the wonderful staff at Ashburton Hospital and St John Ambulance for their wonderful care. Messages to: The McGregor family, c/- PO Box 6035, Ashburton 7742. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance, Ashburton would be appreciated and may be made at the service. As per Des' wishes a private cremation has been held. All of those who wish to join the family in remembrance of Des and a sharing of memories are invited to the Doris Linton Lounge, Ashburton RSA, 12 Cox Street, Ashburton on Friday, June 27, 2025, commencing at 2.00pm.

PINCKNEY, Daniel:
On June 19, 2025, peacefully at his home in Wanaka, surrounded by his family. Dearly loved by all his family and friends. A service for Dan will be held in the Wanaka Presbyterian Church, 94 Tenby Street, Wanaka, at 2.00pm, on Thursday, June 26. Livestreaming at www.affinity.nz In lieu of flowers, donations to the Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated and may be left the service. Messages to PO Box 6, Wanaka 9343.

POOLE, Myrl:
Passed away peacefully at Hawthorndale Care Village on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Beloved sister of Edith and Joan, and their families. Cherished mother of Shirley, Edith, Carol, Andrew, and Donna, and of her late children Wayne, Mark, Barry, and Jillian.
Adored grandmother and great-grandmother to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Myrl will be remembered for her kind heart, gentle strength, and the lasting joys that grew like wildflowers. Forever in our hearts. As per Myrl's wishes, a private service has been held. Messages can be left on her tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz
"A life measured not in years, but in cups of tea and love shared."

RAVENWOOD, Tania Kathleen:
Passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday June 18, 2025. Dearly loved partner of Richard Gibbs, beloved Mum of Alex, loved daughter of the late Heather and Rob Ravenwood, cherished sister of Tabitha, and Tina. A service to celebrate Tania’s life will be held in the James Cumming Community Centre, Ardwick Street, Gore, on Monday June 23 at 1.00 pm, followed by a private cremation. Flowers respectfully declined. Messages to 10 Lawrence Street, Gore, 9710.

STROUD, John Mcdonald:
Peacefully at Peacehaven Retirement Village on Saturday, June 14 2025, aged 81 years. Dearly loved son of the late Jack and Beth Stroud, loved brother and brother in law of late Ray and Annette Stroud, and loved Uncle John of Janine Paul, Karin Harrington and Michael Stroud. A special heartfelt thank you to the staff of the Iona Unit in Peacehaven for their loving care of John. As per the family's wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to John's family to 44 Erris Street, Cromwell 9310.

WADDELL, Lorraine Clara:
May Suddenly but peacefully on Monday the 9th June 2025 aged 88 years. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of David (Dave) for 69 years. Loved and cherished mother of Ewan and Tash, Shona, and loved and adored Grandmother of Lisa, Scott, Kelsey Waddell and Alex and Callum Jamieson and partners. Great Grandmother of Elijah. Loved daughter of Edward* and Dulcie* Kislingbury. Loved sister of Ngaire*, Fay*, Annette* and their partners. Loved Aunt of all her nieces and nephews. As per Lorraine’s wishes, a private service has been held. Messages to ‘Waddell Family’ PO Box 632 Invercargill, or you can go to Lorraine’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/lorraine *Denotes deceased.

YEO, Sydney Russell:
Passed away peacefully at Peacehaven Village. On Friday, 13th June 2025. Surrounded by the love of his family . Aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Audrey for 65 1/2 years. Loved dad and father-in - law of Russell, Julie and Murray Fletcher (Christchurch) Lyn and Stephen McNaughton (Perth, Aust.) Friend to Maree. Very proud grandad to Darren and Emma Fletcher (Auckland) Melissa Fletcher (Christchurch) Sacha and Matt Acworth (Gold Coast, Aust.) Nathan McNaughton and Rachel (London) Cameron and Jess McNaughton (Gold Coast, Aust.) Ben Yeo and Courtney (Invercargill) and Sarah (Christchurch). Loved by his nine great grandchildren Connor, Carter, Cooper, Zahlee, ZinZan, Parker and Pippa, Matilda and Finley. In accordance will Sydney's wishes a private cremation has been held. Messages to 49 White Street, Newfield, Invercargill 9812.

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]

CLEAVER, Henry:
18 May 1941 to 18 May 2025 on 84th Birthday
Shirley, David and Tania, Suzie and Paul, Bruce and Jasmine, together with their families, wish to thank everyone for the love and support given to us following Henry's sudden passing. To those who gave food, phoned, visited, sent flowers, cards and messages your kindness and heartfelt gestures have meant so much to us all. Thank you to Jean and Wayne Soper for taking Henry's service and to everyone who attended. To all the past and current members of the Riverton Rugby Football Club for the guard of honour and to Grant Anderson (Club President) for speaking on behalf of the RRFC. Thanks also to the following - Colac Bay Progress League, Colac Bay Hall Committee, Daryl, Riverton Police, Riverton Fire Brigade, and St John Ambulance. Thanks also to Greg and the team at MacDonald and Weston for your guidance, support and respectful care of Henry. Please accept this message as a personal thank you and acknowledgement.

FENNESSY, Heather:
Nigel and Penny, Steven and Bronwyn, and Joanne wish to thank everyone for their kind thoughts and messages after the loss of Heather. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement. 'A brave lady now at rest'.
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HUDSON, Owen:
Shirley, Kim, Glenn, Alister, Desiree and their families extend their heartfelt thanks and gratitude to everyone who supported us with your phone calls, visits, food, cards and flowers on the recent loss of Owen. We appreciate everyone who joined us to celebrate Owen's life, some having travelled long distances. Special thanks to Pastor Rachael Diprose for her thoughtful and comforting words at the service, and we appreciate the caring words of all the other speakers. Thanks also to our special bag-piper, Max Wells, who had played at our wedding 54 years ago in Winton. Special thanks to the Winton District Nurses for their 5 months care of Owen at home and our grateful thanks to Hospice Southland's care of Owen's remaining 5 days with them. Thanks also to Dave, Ariana and Nicky from Winton & Districts Funeral Services for their help with all the arrangements at this sad time. Please accept this message as a personal acknowledgement of our grateful thanks