What’s On Invers Funeral Notices

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ARGYLE, Colin Thomas:
26.8.1944 – 29.7.2024. Passed peacefully surrounded by family. Dearly Loved husband of Noelene and children, Debbie, Andrew, Donna, Rodney, Jacinta, Aimee and their partners along with his grandchildren and Jasper his loyal friend. A celebration of Colin’s life will be held at the Gore Town & Country Club Stadium, Bury Street, at 2.30pm, Tuesday 6th August. Special thanks to the Southland Hospice staff. Messages to 11 Robertson Street, Gore 9710.

COPLAND, Errol:
Suddenly, at home, on Thursday, August 1, 2024, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Marylyn, loved father and father-in-law of Ross and Angela (Australia), Trevor (Waimumu), Jane and Mark Bell (Invercargill), and adored Grandad of Tegan, Nicola, and Justin; Pearl; Jack and Emily.
‘Loved beyond words’
A service to celebrate Errol’s life will be held at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Ardwick Street, Gore, on Tuesday, August 6, at 1.30pm, followed by sharing of memories of Errol over light refreshments in the Church Hall, then leaving for Charlton Park Cemetery. Messages to 113B Broughton Street, Gore 9710.

DOWLING, John Mervyn:
Unexpectedly at home on Monday 29 July 2024. Loved son of the late Bruce and Ellen Dowling. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Moira* and Owen Lawrence, Bede* and Liz, Avon* and Pauline, Kevin* and Yvonne (Christchurch), Brian (Christchurch), Phillip, and Annette and Ivan Stewart. Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A good friend to Mark, and Simon. A private farewell has been held. Messages to “The Dowling Family” c/- Avenal Park Funeral Home, PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840.

HAMLIN, Donald:
Suddenly on July 26, 2024. A much loved husband of Jane. Loved Father of Tyler, and Michelle. Special father of Natarsha, and Jessie. Grandfather “Donald” to Indica, and Beau (Luke). As per Donald’s wishes a private cremation has taken place. Messages to Donald’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz

HARE, Leighton Hartley:
26.6.51-23.7.24 Leighton passed away at Dunedin Hospital on 23rd July 2024, surrounded by close family. Dearly loved husband of Denise. Loved father and father-in-law to Hartley & Amanda Beresford & Megan and Reuben James & Acacia. Doting grandfather to Abigail, Genevieve, Mathilda, Noah, Elijah, Toby, Evie, and Freya. Brother and brother-in-law to Glenn & Pamela, Michael & Mingaye, and extended family worldwide. Leighton will be sorely missed by all. A private service is to be held. Messages to “Hare Family”, PO Box 632, Invercargill or you can go to Leightons tribute page at: https://mwfunerals.co.nz/s/leighton

HELLER, Yvonne:
Unexpectedly, yet peacefully, surrounded by her 3 girls, on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at Dunstan Hospital, Clyde, aged 82 years. Dearly loved and loving wife of Gordon for 63 years, much loved and respected mother of Kristine, Denise, Janine, and their partners Richard, Graeme and Michael. Treasured Grandma of Sherilyn, Jason, Joshua, Abram and great-grandchildren, Sarah, Logan and Courtney, great-great-grandma of Koda. Loved sister and sister-in-law, and aunty of her nieces and nephews. In accordance with Yvonne’s wishes a private family service and cremation has been held. Messages to [email protected]

HILLIS, Lenox Craig, (Craig):
Peacefully at Southland Hospital on Saturday 27th July 2024, age 95 years. Dearly loved brother of Keith, Iolo, James, Stewart, Jean, Ollie, Gwen, Garth, Ewan, Mona, and Russell*. Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews.
“The family of Craig would like to thank the staff of Cargill Rest Home for their love and care over the years”.
A private cremation has been held as per Craig’s wishes. Messages to “Hillis Family” PO Box 632, Invercargill or you can go to Craig’s tribute page at https://mwfunerals.co.nz/s/craig * Denotes deceased.

LAIDLAW, Kevin Francis:
Peacefully at Rowena Jackson with his family by his side, on Tuesday 30 July 2024. Dearly loved husband and soul mate of the late Maymie for 60 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Paul and Carole*, John, Kathryn and Ray Hamilton, Terry and Natalie, Robin and Stephanie, and Annette. Loved grandfather & great grandfather. Loved brother and brother-in-law & uncle of Laidlaw & Forde families. A Requiem mass to celebrate Kevin’s life will be held at St Theresea of Lisieux Catholic Church Perth Street Invercargill on Monday 5 August at 11am, the cortège will be leaving for Eastern Cemetery immediately following the service. You are invited to join the service via livestream by going to the Avenal Park website and clicking on the link on Kevin’s page. Special thanks to staff at Rowena Jackson for their care over the past years in particular the Donavan & O’Byrne wings. Messages to 62 Clifton Street Invercargill 9810.

MCLEAN, Reece Roderick:
Of Winton. Died suddenly on 29 July 2024, age 69. Beloved husband of Ronelle. Adored and respected father and grandfather of Erin Waldron, Alex Van Eck, Blair McLean, Candice Van Eck, Samantha Dickey; Riley Van Eck, Benjamin Waldron, Meike McLean, Taylar Maw. Loved by “his wider family”. A service to celebrate Reece’s life will be held in Invercargill Seventh-Day Adventist Church on Wednesday 7 August, 2024 at 1:30pm followed by private interment. Reece is resting at his home until then. Messages can be sent to Reece’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where there is also a link to the livestream of the service.

Maurice, Robert Murdoch (Silver Fox):
It is with sadness the Murdoch family announce the sad passing of Maurice in his little hut at Tuatapere. Son of the late Albert and Dora Murdoch. Brother and brother-in-law of Stan* and Patricia Murdoch, Valda* Murdoch, Shirley Murdoch and loved uncle of his nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the Tuatapere Police, Winton Funeral Home, Steven and Shirley Crack, Karl and Bev Hall for all their support during this sad time. A graveside service for Maurice will be held at a later date. Messages to Micheal Murdoch, 720 Bluff Highway, Invercargill 9877 or on Maurice’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz
(*denotes deceased).

NORMAN, Colleen Anne (née Young):
We sadly announce the sudden passing of Colleen, aged 71 years, on Thursday 1st August 2024 after a courageous battle following illness at Southland Hospital, Invercargill. Beloved wife of Forrester Norman. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Christopher & Christy, Matthew, Philip & Eve, Margot, and Alison & Craig. Loving grandmother (Nana) to Tilly, Jonty, Indiana, and Madison. Her siblings and in-laws will deeply miss her: Danny & Ann Young, Margaret & Bernie Brown, Bruce & Rosemary Young, and Ashley Norman. She was a treasured aunt to her nephews and nieces Antoinette, Paul, Louise, Dominic, Luke, Hannah, Laura, Amy, Olivia, and Tere.
She had many special friendships through nursing, the Catholic Church, and school, and was loved by all.
A funeral service will be held at St Mary’s Basilica, Tyne Street, Invercargill at 10.30 am on Wednesday 7th August. A private burial will take place after that. Messages to 213 Queens Drive and digital messages may be left on Colleen’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

PARSONS, Bruce:
Peacefully, aged 84, on July 27, 2024, in the wonderful care of Bupa Ascot, listening to jazz and holding the hand of his beloved wife Faye. Brother and brother-in-law of Beverley* and Bob* Whyte, niece Susan, and Keith and Louise Parsons. Brother-in-law of Keith and Joy Jackson, uncle of Lisa, and Aaron, and great-uncle of Sofia, and Tom. Bruce has been privately farewelled and his body has been donated to the Otago Medical School. Messages to 70 Rockdale Road, Invercargill 9810, or can be left on Bruce’s tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz
(*denotes deceased).

SUTHERLAND, Donald Houston – (Don):
Peacefully with his daughter and granddaughter by his side, at Peacehaven Care Home on Thursday 1st August 2024. Beloved husband of the late Roma. Loved father of Lewis, Elizabeth, and David. Loved father-in-law of Susan and Lyn. Loved grandad of all his grand and great grandchildren. A memorial service to celebrate Don’s life will be held at The Langlands Hotel, 58 Dee St, Invercargill, on Wednesday 7th August 2024 at 2.30pm. Message to “Sutherland Family”, PO Box 632, Invercargill or you can go to Don’s tribute page at https://mwfunerals.co.nz/s/don

WHYTE, Joan:
Suddenly, at home ‘Orton Mains’, on Wednesday, 31 July, 2024, aged 84 years. Dearly loved wife and friend of George*, loved mother, mother-in-law, and Grandma of Stephanie, Cam (Wallacetown), Toby, and Catriona Hill; Steven and Emma (Dipton), Kody, and Carter; Blair and Joanne, Megan, Laura, Richard and Sage, Christopher (Blackhills); Janine and Barry Harvey (Darfield), Louise and Ben, Ryan; and her treasured great-granddaughter, Annabella. A service for Joan will be held in Southern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, on Wednesday, August 7, at 1.30pm, followed by afternoon tea. Private interment. In lieu of flowers, donations for Multiple Sclerosis may be left at the service. Messages to ‘Orton Mains’, 224A Blackhill Road, RD3, Gore 9773. Those wishing to pay their respects to Mum please contact the family directly.
(*denotes deceased).