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BAIRD, Graham:
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 25 October 2023, Loved son of Marjorie* and Doug* Baird, brother and brother-in-law of Beth* and Colin* Burgess, Jenny and Ron* Mulligan and Uncle to Bryan (Bunny) and Helen, Craig and Marlene, David and Tracey, Andrew and Emma, Kate and Ryan and his grand nieces and nephews. Gathering to remember Graham to be held at Croydon Lodge, on Tuesday 31 October 2023 at 1.00pm. Everyone Welcomed. Messages to 6 Mitre Street, Gore. (*denotes deceased).

BROAD, Kim:
16.12.1961 – 23.10.2023 After a stoic battle, Kim passed away with her sister by her side on Monday, October 23, 2023. Eldest daughter of Patricia* and Russell Broad.Best friend and sister to Anne Cheung, Devoted auntie of Kieran Cheung* great auntie to Maddison Cheung, and partner of Steve Farrington. Loved by all. As per Kim’s wishes, her cremation has already been held. Kim will be interred with Patricia and Kieran on Sunday, November 5, at 1.00pm. Messages to 22 Drury Lane, Invercargill, or may be left on Kim’s tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz Kim’s family would like to sincerely thank the Staff at Hospice and Rowena Jackson for the outstanding care shown to Kim in her last days. You Guys Were Amazing!

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ELLIS, Keith Winston:
It is with great sadness Keith passed away peacefully on Monday October 23, 2023. Aged 82 years. Beloved husband of the late Helen. Dearly loved partner of Barbara. Much loved father and father-in-law of Ginny and Ross Jackson, Wayne and Veronica, Mark and Julie. Treasured Pop of Angela, Brittany and Bradley, Daniel, Samantha and Rebecca, Ben and Katie, and all their partners. Cherished great Pop of Tommy, Amaia, Nikau and Ellie. Special friend to Lynn and Carl and their families.
“A great friend to many.”
Very special thanks to Dr. Steve Brown, all the specialists in Invercargill and Dunedin, Mary from Hospice Southland, and St. John Ambulance for your wonderful care of our very dear Dad. We the family are forever grateful. In accordance with Keith’s wishes a private service has been held. Messages to 118 Kildare Drive, Invercargill and tributes may be left on Keith’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes.

ERDMAN, Peter Allan:
On 25/10/2023, peacefully after a long hard-fought battle. Loved brother of Gaynor and Family. Beloved long-term resident of Waikiwi Gardens Rest Home. Long time trolley keeper. Loved and cherished by all staff. For service or any other details contact 03 2157200.

SCOTT, John David:
Rowena, Malcolm, Craig, Nicola and their families would like to thank everyone who has offered support, brought flowers, food, baking, visited and called over the last couple of years. The sympathy and love we received during this time and after John’s passing is deeply appreciated. Many thanks to all of you who joined us to farewell John in person or by livestream. To Dr Andy Doherty, Dr Julian Speight, Prof Chris Jackson, Dr Andrew Audeau, the District Nurses, the Stoma Nurses, the Dietician, Radiology, Hospice Southland and Ross Thomson and the team at J Frasers & Sons thank you for your professionalism and care during this time. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement given with love and gratitude.

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WHYTE, Willis Raewyn:
Passed peacefully on Tuesday 24 October 2023, aged 78 years. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Gavin and Margareta, and Trina and Phil. Adored grandmother and great grandmother of Steffi, Hannah and Adam, McKenzie and Adam, Alice, Oliver, and Hazel.
“Your life a blessing, your memory a treasure. The Lord has you in his arms, we have you in our hearts”
At Willis’ request a private cremation has been held. A private memorial will be held at a later date. Messages to 55 Charles Street Invercargill 9810.

WILLIS, Roger Hamilton:
On October 25, 2023, at Waikiwi Gardens Rest Home, Invercargill. Aged 80 years. Loved son of the late Alan and Chris Willis. Loved brother and brother-in-law of John (deceased) and Beryl Willis (London), Marjorie and Ian McQuillan (Napier), Barbara and Bob Lysaght (Christchurch), Keitha and Warwick Ross (Dunedin). Roger was also a loved uncle to his many nieces and nephews scattered worldwide. Roger’s life will be remembered and celebrated in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, at 10.30am, on Wednesday 1 November. Private cremation to follow. The family thank the staff and management of Waikiwi Gardens Rest Home, where Roger appreciated good company, kindness and a place that felt like home. Messages to 12 Barling Street, Dunedin, 9014, or on Roger’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

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