What’s On Invers Funeral Notices - Saturday 22nd March

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 notices@invers.nz

BOOTE, Malcolm:
Suddenly, but peacefully at Windsor Park, Gore, on Friday March 14, 2025. Loved husband and best friend of the late Patricia, loved Dad/Malc of Helen and Ray Christie (Waikaia), Stephen and Lisa (U.K), loved Grandpa/Beepa of Bill and Georgie, Katie and Mike, Amy, and Maddie, and his Great Grandchildren. A private cremation has been held.

CLARK, David John: “Johnny”:
23rd November 1941 - 19th March 2025
With a heavy heart we wish to announce the passing of our beloved Johnny. Much loved Dad and father-in-law of Doug, Nathan and Linda, the late Kim Key and Jason. Adored Grandpa Johnny of Rebecca, Sophie, and Danni. Son of the late Elsie and Les Clark. Twin of Jimmy, brother of Denny and May, and the late Ian, June, and Avis, and a much loved Uncle. A special friend to many. At peace now in the arms of his precious daughter. We will take care of your bagpipes and Tiger-cat Dad. Love you always. Cheers. As per Johnny’s wishes a private cremation has been held. There will be a Celebration of Johnny’s life to be held at Drummond Rugby Club on Saturday 29th March, starting at 1.30pm. Messages to Doug and Nathan Clark, 13 Memorial Avenue, Drummond 3 RD Otautau 9683 or to Johnny’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

FRASER, Alister James:
Passed away peacefully at Rowena Jackson Retirement Village, Invercargill, on Friday 14th March 2025. Aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Elvina Joan Fraser. Loved father of Joanne, and Rhonda. Much loved Grandfather of Lana and Logan, George, and Gemma, and special great-grandfather of Axl. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Les* and Linda* Fraser, Beverley* and Joe* Brady, Gordon and Diane Fraser, Ngaire and Colin Clarke. Loved Uncle of Kerry, Paula, Gary, Craig, and Ross. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Rowena Jackson Retirement Village for all their support. As per Alistair’s wishes a private cremation and Interment has been held. Messages to Alister’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes (*denotes deceased)

GILLIES, Sylvia Grace:
Passed away peacefully at Southland Hospital on Tuesday 18 March 2025. Dearly loved by her family as she loved them, a dear friend to many. In accordance with Sylvia’s wishes a service has been held.
“Always in our hearts and forever missed”
Family would like to invite friends, neighbours and clients to a memorial afternoon tea at Sylvia’s home on Saturday 29 March from 2 – 3pm. Family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff at Southland Hospital for their care of Sylvia. Messages to 82B Ariki Avenue Otatara 9879.

HAIR, Peter Gerard (Hairy):
Peacefully at Southland Hospital, surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday 19 March 2025. Dearly loved husband of Judy. Loved father and father-in-law of Craig and Michelle, Darryl and Mel, and Tracey and Steve. Loved grandfather of Ethan and Jess, Kendyl and Max, Adam and Kayla; Samuel and Maria, and Ruby; Jayde and Nat, and Kaelib. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Bill* and Rona*, Bob and Shona, Colleen* and Fred*, Jim and Joy, John* and Judy* and Richard and Wilma Spence. A loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Peter’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill, on Wednesday 26 March at 1.30pm. Private cremation to follow. To view the service via livestream, visit the Avenal Park website and click the link on Peter’s obituary page. Messages to 68 Dart Street, Hawthorndale, Invercargill 9810. (*denotes deceased)

HENDERSON, Allan Wayne (Barney):
Unexpectedly passed away, whilst on holiday in Nelson, on Tuesday 18th March 2025, aged 77 years. Dearly loved husband of Marlene for 54 years. Much loved father and father in law of Maree and Pita Lloyd, Julie Henderson and Michael Diack, Kate and Andrew Wright, and Peter and Alana Shields. Much loved Pop of all his grandchildren. Loved brother and brother in law of Ken and Alice Henderson, Alan* and Linda Gieseg, Eric and Norma* Gieseg, and David and Jan Gieseg. Loved Uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Dearly loved son of the late Oliver and Ngaire Henderson and son in law of the late Dorothy and Jack Gieseg. A Celebration of Allan’s life will be held on Tuesday 25th March 2025, 2pm at Southland Crematorium, Rockdale Road, Invercargill. Messages to 7 Majestic Chance, Seaview Bush Invercargill or to Allan’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where his livestream link can be viewed. (*denotes deceased)

McDOWALL, Charles Neil:
Known as Neil also as ‘The Sewing Machine Man’
Passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025, at Gore Hospital. Dearly loved husband of the late Lyneve (Lyn), very much- loved father and father-in-law of Jan and Myles (Gore), Graig and Sue (Canada). Grandad and Great Grandfather of Tracy, Leith and Amanda, Bayley, and Maia. Also, Grandad to a lot of people. A graveside service will be held at Charlton Park Cemetery at 1.00 pm on Saturday March 22, 2025. To view on livestream https://vimeo.com/event/5001476 Messages to 12 D Ardwick Street, Gore, 9710

McDOWALL Charles ‘Neil’:
Loved brother and brother-in-law of Runa* and Tom*, Cairn* and Cess*, Perry and Ruth, Sandra and Bruce*, Alastair and Margaret, Martinand Evelyn, Clark, Kim and Maureen, loved brother-in-law of Tom and Bev, Eean* and Jennifer, Jannette and Lenny, and a loved uncle of many. (* denotes deceased)

MURRAY, Brian Alexander:
Passed away peacefully at Hospice Southland on Friday 14 March 2025. Loved and cherished husband of Jan. Much loved father and father-in-law of Amanda and Dayle. Loved grandad of Tawhai, and Noa. Loved friend of Carla and Grant Dick and family. Loved son of Bert* and Molly* Murray and stepson of Snow* Blackmore. Cherished brother and brother-in-law of Kayleen and Dave* and Colin, Walter*, Denis* and Maree, Colin and Joy. Loved uncle to his nieces and nephews. Much loved brother-in-law of the Shirley family. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Hospice Southland for their care of Brian. As per Brian’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland would be greatly appreciated. Messages to 533 Yarrow Street, Glengarry, Invercargill 9810.

PATRICK, Noelean Brenda:
Loved eldest daughter of the late Cecil and Ethel (Tommy) Hammond. Sister of Isobel* and Murray* Jennings. Marie and Lloyd Anderson, Gordon and Gayle Hammond, Raymond,* and Douglas* Hammond, Rhonda and Ray* Milne, Susan and Wayne Phillipson.
"Forever Loved - Rest in Peace" (*denotes deceased)

PHILPOT, Beverley Joyce (Bev):
Peacefully in the care of Radius Clare House Rest Home on Sunday, 16th March 2025, aged 82 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ray. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Peter and Bridget and a loved grandmother of Dylan, and Perry. As per Bev’s request, a private cremation has been held. Messages to 687 Greenvale Road, Crossans Corner, RD 5, Gore.

RILEY, Susan Elizabeth (nee Skinner) “Sue”:
Passed peacefully surrounded by her family on 7th March 2025. Much loved wife of Ken for 56 years, a life well lived together. Dearly loved and treasured mother and mother-in-law of Tim, Emma and Graeme, Sam and Micaela, and Nick and Debbie. Adored Granny to Jake* and Taz, Gus and Bridget, Lachie and Meg, and Tessa, Hunter, Will and Maggie. Precious Great Granny to Oakley and Skyla. Eldest daughter of the late Keith and Shirley Skinner, and loved and respected sister and sister-in-law of Vicky, and Rosie and Derek, brother Fraser. Loved sister-in-law of Marg and Peter* and Rosalie* and Larry. A true friend to many, touching the lives of all she met, forever in our hearts. Sue’s family wish to extend their sincere thanks to the Oncology and Radiology Departments at Southland Hospital and Hospice Southland, and to Dr Louise Bremer and Dr Kate Bayston for their compassionate care over the last 24 years. In accordance with Sue’s wishes, a private service has been held. We welcome family and friends to join us to celebrate Sue in her favourite place, Burn Cottage, Cromwell on Saturday 29th March from 2pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland, in Sue’s name would be appreciated. Messages to 132 Gimblett Place, Waikiwi, Invercargill 9810, or to Sue’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes (* denotes deceased)

SOPER, Trevor Allan:
On Sunday 16th March 2025, Trevor passed away in the care of staff at Southland Hospital with his family by his side. A loved son, brother, dad, uncle and grandad to all his family, and a loved friend to many. A service for Trevor will be held at Lindisfarne Methodist Church on Monday 24th March 2025 at 2pm, followed by an afternoon tea and burial at Eastern Cemetery. Messages can be sent to “Soper Family”, P O Box 632, Invercargill or left on Trevor’s tribute page mwfunerals.co.nz/s/trevor.

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 notices@invers.nz