What’s On Invers Funeral Notices – Saturday 29th June

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ANDREWS, Barbara:
On Tuesday, June 25, 2024. Soulmate and loved wife of Norman. Very dearly loved Mum of the late Les and Mavis, Murray and Jackie, Roley and Kathleen, Glenn and Benji. Loved by her fur babies Sako and Honey. Loved Nana of her eight grandchildren and great-nana of her 10 great-grandchildren. A private cremation has been held. Messages to 66 MacKinnon Loop, Te Anau 9600 or on Barbara’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz

BLACKMUN, James Alan (Alan):
Died peacefully at Southland Hospital on Monday 24th June 2024; aged 83 years. Dearly loved father of Sandra Macnamara (Te Anau), Tara Blackmun (Invercargill) , and Jaymie Blackmun (Sweden) and much loved grandfather of Reagan, Harry, Blake; Luke, Caleb, Joshua; Zavia, Zack and great grandfather of Alexia, and Bjorn. Loved brother and brother- in- law of Jeanette and Alan Jordan, Clive and Ann, Peter and Tracey, Bernard and Vanna. A Grave side service has already been held. A very special thank you to all the people who cared for Alan over the final years of his illness, Rata Park Care Home and to the staff at the medical ward at Southland Hospital. Messages to PO Box 67, Te Anau 9640 or to Tara or Jaymie, C/- PO Box 1380, Invercargill. 9840 or on Alan’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz where the livestream link can be found.

BROWN, Russell:
After a brief illness and a difficult few weeks, Russell passed away peacefully in the care of Ripponburn Hospital on Saturday evening June 22, 2024, – age 83. Father to Liz and Geoff and their respective families all of Wellington. We would like to thank the staff at both Dunstan and Dunedin Hospitals for their recent care of Dad. We also extend our appreciation to all the staff at Ripponburn Hospital for their care and comfort with Dad over the 9 days he was in their care. Our extended appreciation is to Mike and Lynette Hedges, he was an extended member of your family and we thank you all for your love and support to Dad over the years in Cromwell. As per his wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to 27 Ashwood Street, Woodridge, Wellington 6037.

FOSTER, William Russell (Bill):
Peacefully at Vickery Court after a short illness on Friday 28th June 2024 aged 95 years. Dearly loved husband and friend of Isla. Much loved father, father-in-law and friend of Jeanette and Murray, Lindsay and Glenys, Russell and Pauline, Joanne and Jimmy. A dearly loved grandfather and great-grandfather of 10 grandsons and one granddaughter and 19 great-grandchildren. A loved brother, brother-in-law and uncle to his extended family and a loved friend to many. A farewell service for Bill will be held at The Hideaway 201, 201 Lochiel Branxholme Road at 12.30pm on Wednesday 3rd July followed by an interment at the Wallacetown Cemetery. Messages to 40 Spence Avenue, RD 9, Invercargill 9879 or on Bill’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz

JOHNSON, Anthony:
Peacefully on Sunday, June 23, 2024. Very much loved husband of the late Daphne. Much loved father and father-in-law of the late Carol and Peter (Queenstown), Susan and David (London). Loved grandfather and great-grandfather of Sarah, Craig, Timothy and Oliver. A private cremation has been held.

McCULLUM, Brian:
Passed away at his home on Saturday, June 22, 2024; aged 73 years. Loving husband of Raewyn, and dearly loved father of Tanya, and Dwayne. Loved brother of Robert, Richard, and Glenda. A service for Calvin will be held on Monday, July 1 2024, at 1.30pm in Leishman’s Chapel, 12 James Street, Balclutha, then heading to Balclutha Lawn Cemetery. Messages to 11 Kamahi Street, Kaka Point, RD 1, Balclutha.

McINTYRE, Heather:
On Monday, June 17, 2024, Heather passed away peacefully at home. Loved and appreciated wife of Graeme. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Brent and Sheree, Grant, Jan and Wally. A loved grandmother of Quinn and Stacy, Lauren and Paul, Caine and
Becky, Cam and Christina, Ashleigh and Alan, Tom and Zara, Lucy and Henry, and lucky enough to be a great-grandmother. Heather’s wishes were for a private service which has been held. Messages to 466 Winton-Lorneville Highway, RD 1, Winton 9781 or on Heather’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz

MCLEISH, Peggy:
Peggy passed away peacefully at Rowena Jackson, on Tuesday 25 June in her 91st year. Loved wife of the late John. Mother of Robyn and Lew, Doug, and Stew. Grandmother of Keith, Louise and Megan Bond. Anna, Alec and Sarah McLeish.

Special thanks to all the staff at Rowena Jackson for their love and care of our mother over the last 4 years.

As per Peggy’s wishes a private burial has occurred. An informal afternoon tea will be held at the Garden Bar Top Pub, Winton on Monday 1 July 2024 at 2pm. All invited. Messages to “McLeish Family” PO Box 632, Invercargill or you can go to Peggy’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/peggy

McLISTER, Millicent:
Peacefully and surrounded with love at Teviot Valley Rest Home on Thursday, June 20, 2024, aged 97 years. Dearly loved wife of the late John McLister and loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Trevor and Janice (Queenstown), Judy and Laurie Knowler (Clyde), the Late David Fraser (Stewart Island), Lynley and Russell Arnott (Pleasant Point), the Late Stuart Mitchell, Jaylene and Brian Jeffery (Roxburgh). Loved Nana to 13, Loved Great-Nana to 2, Loved Great-Great-Nana to 3. At Milly’s request a private ceremony has been held. Messages to 8 Houlahan Street, Clyde, 9330.

MORRIS, James Eric (Jimmy):
Peacefully in the care of the Wyndham Rest Home on Tuesday 25 June 2024; aged 77 years. Dearly loved husband of Lynley and respected father and father-in-law of Justin, and Brad and Fleur, loved Grandad Jimmy of Corbin, Harper, Ella, and Charlie. Loved brother and Brother-in-law of Margaret and Bill, Doreen and Wayne, Errol and Anne, and brother-in-law of Charles, loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Jimmy’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street Invercargill on Monday 1 July at 2.00pm. In lieu of flowers, donation to Parkinson’s Society would be appreciated and may be left at the service. If you wish to view the service via livestream, please go to the Avenal Park website obituaries page and click on the link Jimmy’s page. Messages to 51 Duke Street Invercargill 9810.

MURRAY, David James (Dodgy):
It is with a heavy heart, we would like to let all concerned know that yesterday, 26th June 2024, we lost our humorous loving cool Dodgy Dave, our family would like to thank all his friends near and far for supporting Dodgy through his very tough journey over the last few years, Dodgy is now in the loving arms of his mother and grandmother. He is so sadly missed. Dodgy has had a private cremation but will be followed by a memorial gathering at a later date, all will be notified in due course. RIP Dodgy Dave. Loved by all. Messages to Murray Family, PO Box 632, Invercargill 9840 or leave a message on his tribute page mwfunerals.co.nz/s/dodgy

NEWCOMBE, John Raynor:
16-11-1945 – 23-06-2024
Passed away at Kew Hospital after a short illness. Father and father-in-law and grandad to Grant, Helen, Alice, and Lily (Te Anau); Shelley (Perth); Dominic (Te Anau); and Liana (Melbourne), and friend of Linda (Te Anau). Brother and brother-in-law to Marion* and Archie* Shaw, Shirley, Ross, and Rosalie; Gray.* and Helen and Lee, Margaret, and Alan* Hutchinson; and his 11 nieces and nephews, and cared for by Heath. Messages to 164 MacKenzie Street, Winton, also may be left on John’s tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz.

PHILLIPS, Russell Bruce:
25 Dec 1937 – 27 June 2024
Aged 86 years young. Much loved husband of Valerie for 65 years. Passed peacefully with his loving family by his side. Loved father and father-in-law of Christine, Carol and Stu, Julie and Kenny, Roger, Kerry and Lloyd, Tracey and Graeme, much loved Grandad of his 17 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Loved son of the late Geordie and Edna Phillips. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Trevor and Elsie, Pat* and Raymond, Daphne and Vin, Marie* and Alan, Valerie* and Gordon* and George*, and Kaye and Sitia, and good friend of Ali. A service to celebrate Russell’s life will be held in the Southland Crematorium Chapel, Rockdale Road on Monday, 1st July at 1:30 pm, Please note the crematorium will not be open until 1:00pm. Messages to 181 Moore Road, Lorneville, Invercargill 9874

RUSHTON, Madelene Theresa (nee Scott); aged 88 years.
Unexpectedly at Gore Hospital on Wednesday June 26, 2024. Dearly loved wife of the late Bob, loved and treasured mum and mother-in-law of Sally and Doug Ross, Maria and Gavan Warburton, Andrea, Sara-Jane, Steph Rushton and Glenn Day, Trudi and Mike Kay, Michael and Donna, Rachael Rushton and Geff* Batt, cherished Grandma of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. (*denotes deceased). ‘Gone to be with Dad’ The family give our love and gratitude to Sara, and Andrea for their love, care and companionship of mum. A Requiem Mass for Madelene will be celebrated in the Church of The Blessed Sacrament, Ardwick Street, Gore, at 10.00am Saturday 6 July, then leaving for the Charlton Park Cemetery. At Madelene’s request, please wear bright clothing. To view on livestream https://livestream.com/accounts72885/madelenerushton Rosary will be held Friday July 5 at 6.30 pm at 15 Charlton Road, Gore. Messages to 15 Charlton Road, Gore 9710 where Madelene is currently resting.

THOMSON, Peter:
Peacefully with his family by his side, on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at Hospice Southland. Aged 61 years. Very loved husband of Tania. Very loved father and father-in-law of Kimberley and Gareth, Aaron and Jeremy. Very loved Grandad of Ava, Emma and Ruby. Very loved brother and brother-in-law of Gary and Sharon, and Uncle of Michael, Tony and Kristin. Gone to be with his Mum and Dad, Bob and Dawn. A huge thank you to staff at Hospice Southland for their amazing care of Peter. Another thank you to the Fulton Hogan Family for their ongoing support. A service to celebrate Peter’s life will be held in the Southland Crematorium Chapel, Rockdale Road, Invercargill, on Monday, July 1, 2024 at 11.00am. NOTE VENUE CHANGE. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland would be appreciated and can be left at the service. Messages to “Thomson family” PO Box 632, Invercargill, or you can go to Peter’s tribute page mwfunerals.co.nz/s/peter to leave a tribute and/or view the livestream

YOUNG, William (Bill):
94 years young, passed away peacefully and with dignity with family by his side, in the care of Clare house where he spent the last 10 months happy and with friends. Loving husband of Moira* his ‘darling’, respected and deeply loved dad to Jacqueline (Jacqui) Caroline, and Graeme. Father-in-law to Gerry, Robert, and Claire. Adored Pop of Adrian and Sasha, Sara*, Rachel Loo and Harris, Theodore, Alexander, and Benjamin Young. Loved great pop of Sylvie Loo.

A gentleman to the end.

As per Bill’s wishes, a family farewell has been held. In lieu of flowers donations to the Loss and Grief Centre are appreciated. Messages to 33 Bourke Street Invercargill, or you can go to Bill’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/william * Denotes deceased.

Acknowledgements:

HARVEY, Alexander Joseph:
27 October 1943 – 3 April 2024
Our sincere thanks to all of you who sent messages of condolence and love after the passing of Alex. We would like to thank those who sent flowers, we appreciate your kindness. To all the nurses and carers at Bupa Ascot, we appreciate the care that you gave. To everyone who visited Dad, he loved your company, conversation and distraction. You brightened his day, and he thoroughly enjoyed the time he spent with you. Your support and compassion will never be forgotten. Our deepest gratitude to you all. Thank you. Christopher, Richard and Deborah and families.

WILKS, Shona Margaret:
Robin and family wish to thank everyone who expressed their sympathy and condolences on Shona’s passing. Heartfelt thanks to all that attended the service. Thank you for all the flowers, cards, baking, calls, and many visitors. Special thanks to Christine and Joyce from Good Partners for their care and love shown to Shona. Thank you to Dr Smith, staff and residents of Calvery Hospital. Thank you also to Lynley for the wonderful service, and to Donna and the team at Avenal Park Funeral Home. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement of thanks from us all.