What’s On Invers Funeral Notices – Saturday 30th December

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AITKENHEAD, Graeme Tilson (Buckles):
Peacefully on 23rd December,2023, at Kew Hospital; aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of Dawn, much loved father and father-in-law of Cheryl and Sean, David and Carolyn, cherished Grandad of Ellie, Josh, and Sam. Loved brother, brother-in-law, and respected Uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A service of farewell for Buckles will be held in our Chapel, 12 James Street, Balclutha on Thursday 4th January,2024 at 1.30pm, then leaving for the Port Molyneux cemetery, Kaka Point. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Balclutha St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at his service. Messages to P.O.Box 171, Balclutha 9240.

BASTIAANSEN, Grover Mark:
Unexpectedly on Tuesday December 26th, 2023, at Gore. Loved and loving husband of Trish. Loving Dad of the late Shannon, Rachael, and Sheryl. A private family service will be held at the Southland Crematorium at 11am followed by a memorial service for Grover. You are all invited to attend the Memorial Service at the Gore Town and Country Club, Stadium, Bury Street, Gore, on Saturday December 30, 2023, at 2.pm. In lieu of flowers donations would be much appreciated to The Otago Southland Rescue Helicopter Trust and may be left at the service. For those that wish to view the service livestream: http://livestream.com/accounts/10730215/events/11053468 Messages to 22A Anzac Street, Gore, 9710.

BASTIAANSEN, Grover Mark:
Unexpectedly on Tuesday December 26th, 2023, at Gore Much loved brother and brother-in-law and Uncle of the Bastiaansen and Gilson families Tony & Roriana, Miriam & Ivan, Robin & Elaine, John, Jocelyn & Alistair, Susan & Barry. Raymond & Pam, Marie & Jeff, Christine & Lindsay, Dawn & Evan (denotes deceased)

BASTIAANSEN, Grover Mark:
Much loved dad and friend of Rachael and Shane, devoted and fun loving granddad of Zac, and Shae.
‘Memories are like gold; they will never tarnish or grow old – forever loved’.

BARTON, Kenny:
969746 1st Battalion, The NZ Regiment K Force & M Force. Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 27, 2023. Loved husband of Beverley. Much loved dad of Bridget and Craig Scorgie, and David and Tracey Barton and the late Susan. Adored Pop and G-Pop of Joseph, Jane and Hadley, Andrew, Stacey, Mason and Arlo, Caitlin and Camden, Reuben, Benjamin and Aldine and Hannah. Special thanks to staff at Ascot Bupa for their loving care and compassion. Memorial service to be held Saturday, January 20, 2024, 10.00am, at Holy Trinity Church, King Street, Invercargill. Messages to ‘Barton Family’ PO Box 632, Invercargill, or please leave a tribute to Kenny at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/kenny

EDGINTON, Rex Wilson:
Peacefully in the care of Hospice Southland, Invercargill on Wednesday, 27 th December 2023, aged 77 years. Dearly loved husband of Zeny and cherished father of Cristina. Loved son of the late Lloyd and Gladys (Feldwick) and loved sister of Lois, Graeme, and Allan. A loved brother-in-law, uncle, and cousin of his extended family. A private cremation has been held. Messages to PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840

FAHEY, Peter Thomas:
Late, of Gorge Road and more recently of Calvary, Invercargill. Called home to God on 27 December 2023 surrounded by family and much love. Devoted husband of the late Maureen; dearest dad and father-in-law of Bernadette and Peter Campbell, Leo, Brendon and Heather, Douglas and Belinda, Terry, and Shaun; treasured Pop to his 14 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; beloved brother and brother-in-law of the late Bill and Maureen Fahey; Tony Fahey and special brother-in-law of Kathleen Fahey and Vera Shirley; caring uncle to his nieces and nephews; and respected friend of many.
Resting in Peace with his Lord.
A Rosary will be held at Calvary Chapel, 215 Centre Street, Invercargill on Thursday, 4 January, 2024 at 8pm. A Requiem Mass to celebrate the life of Peter will be held at St Theresa of Lisieux, Perth Street, Invercargill on Friday, 5 January at 1.30pm, followed by a burial at Eastern Cemetery. Special thanks goes to all the wonderful carers at Calvary Rest Home and Hospital and in lieu of flowers, donations to Calvary would be appreciated. Messages to the Fahey Family can be sent to c/- PO Box 1380, Invercargill 9840, or to Peter’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

GREEN, Raewyn Elaine:
Sadly, but suddenly passed away at Hospice Southland on Thursday, 28th December 2023. Aged 61 years. Cherished wife of Robert. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Danielle and Alex, Annika and Michael. Loved daughter of Elaine and Ron*. A service to celebrate Raewyn’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Wednesday, 3rd January 2024 at 1.00pm. A private cremation will follow. Messages to 77 Adamson Crescent, Glengarry, Invercargill 9810.

HEATH, Lesley Joan:
01.08.1956 – 28.12.2023. Passed away peacefully at Hospice Southland on Thursday 28 December 2023; in her 68th year. Dearly loved daughter of the late Nancy and Ray. Loved twin sister of Gwen Eberl, loved sister and sister-in-law of Denise, Kevin, and Mary and Paul Thwaites. Loved Aunty of all her nieces and nephews. As per Lesley’s wishes a private cremation has been held. Messages may be sent to Flat 2/100 Grace Street Invercargill 9812. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the Hospice Southland. The family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation to the staff at Hospice Southland and all the staff on Oncology Ward.

McKENZIE, Avice:
Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at home in Invercargill on Wednesday, December 27, 2023. Aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ross. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Bill (West Coast), Peter (Alexandra), Susan and David (Manapouri), and Rod and Margaret (Sydney). Treasured grandmother of Logan and Natasha Black, Aaron and Alicia. In accordance with Avice’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

RITCHIE, William Raymond (Ray):
Ray passed away peacefully on 25th December,2023 at Clutha Views; aged 83 years. Loved husband of Jenny, father of Paul, and Brenda, and a much loved grandfather of Jenna, and Katie. A celebration of Ray’s life will be held in our Chapel, 12 James Street, Balclutha on Wednesday 3rd January at 1:30pm, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Balclutha St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at his service. Messages to 97 Main Road, Clinton.

TE AU, Martin:
Martin Springford aka Uncle Marty, Big Matua, McMarty, Mart, 75 years of a life well lived. It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Uncle Marty on Saturday the 23rd of December 2023 in Christchurch Hospital. A very much loved son of the late James and Piki Te Au, treasured brother and brother in law of Winsome and Michael Skerrett (Invercargill), Paka and Angus Te Au (Bellblock, New Plymouth), Eddie and Rikki Te Au Gore, Ora and Ken Barron and Marcia and Thom Thomson (Invercargill). Also a much loved brother of our heavenly brothers and sisters, Neville, Paul, Karen, Tania and Kerry. A very much loved uncle and grand uncle to his many nieces and nephews. A very much loved Mart of his lifelong friend Louise Shannahan. We wish to acknowledge with love and respect Mandy and Steve from their (Big Matua), and Preston from his McMarty. In accordance with Marty’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. A memorial service to celebrate Marty’s life will be held in early 2024. Details to follow and be advised in mid January. Messages to 60b Janet Street, Appleby Invercargill, 9812.

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