What’s On Invers Funeral Notices – Saturday 3rd February

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BEALE, Denis:
2.10.1936 – 26.01.2024
Denis died peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, January 26, 2024. Dearly loved husband of Elaine (Rotorua) and the late Hilary (Invercargill). Much loved father and father-in-law of Richard and Louisa (Christchurch) and David and Nina (Sydney).
Treasured grandad of Hugo, Toby and Charles, and Monty, Georgie, India and Poppy. Loved and respected stepfather to Jenny and Sue, Sally, and Mary and Dave and special grandad to Charlie and Georgie. A private cremation has been held and Denis’ life will be celebrated with a memorial service at a date to be advised. All communications to The Beale Family, c/o Osbornes Funeral Directors P.O. Box 926, Rotorua.

GILL, Diane Mary:
Passed away peacefully in the care of family at home on Friday 2nd February 2024. Loved wife of Geoff. Cherished Mum of Ayson & Karen; Megan & Dean and partner Curly; Jayne & Tim. Adored GranDi of George, Mark & Tomas; Zac & Courtney; Harry, Lucy & Angus: precious GG to Sophie. Loved daughter of Tom & Mary Robinson and gracious sister of Neil & Lyn; Gay; Leona; Rex; Jan; Lynn & Dave; and Mary-Jane; and loved auntie to all her nieces and nephews. Funeral details to follow. (*denotes deceased.) Messages to 453 Norman Road, Winton 9781.

HOFFMAN, Doris:
Peacefully on Sunday 28 January 2024; in her 89th year. Sadly missed by Bob, married for 67 years. Beloved mother and mother-in-law of Les, Julie, and Helen, Gary and Sonya, Kay, Linda, Max Ladbrook, and David* Blomfield, also loved by her many grandchildren, great and great great grandchildren. A loved sister, sister-in-law, and aunty. In accordance with Doris’ wishes a private cremation has been held. (*denotes deceased)

JOHNSTON, George Francis:
Peacefully in the care of Enliven Peacehaven Rest Home on Tuesday, 30th January 2024; aged 96 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Sheila and the late Daphne. Much loved and cherished father to Ken and Sarah (Australia), Kathy Cullen, Robyn and Norman Wilson, & Geoff and Sharon and stepfather and father-in-law of Gillian and Mike Heslin, Lynette and Pete Mills and. Adored Grandad of all his Grand and Great Grandchildren. A service to celebrate George’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street on Saturday, 3rd February at 2:00pm. If you wish to view the service via livestream please go to the Avenal Park website, obituaries page and click on the link on George’s page. Messages to 88 Grant Road, Otatara, RD 9, Invercargill 9879.

NELSON, Donald Robbins (Diesel Don):
Peacefully at Hospice Southland on Tuesday 30th January 2024, aged 75 years. Dearly loved soulmate of Ann, respected friend of Anita. Cherished son and mate of Daphne & John* (Alexandra). Loved brother & brother-in-law of Peter & Sandra (Alexandra), Heather & Barry Gray (Hakataramea), Craig & Jenny (Te Anau), and Scott (Western Australia). Dearly loved friend of Carolyn & Allen Ingles (Christchurch). Loved Uncle and Great Uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Donald’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill, on Monday 5th February at 10.30am. Messages to 27 John Street, Riverton 9822.

PERREAU, Stacey Dean (Donk):
27/5/77 -29/1/24. Dearly loved Son of Maureen Jackson (Gore) and Gary Perreau (Alcala Motel Dunedin). Loved Father of Venessa (Nessy) and Grandad of Araya. Loved Brother of Hannah, Tina and Shane Cuthbertson. Partner of Fifi (Ohai). Loved Grandson of the late Les and the late Meryle Lake. Loved Uncle and Great Uncle to his nieces and nephews. Loved by all that knew him.
‘Keep on trucking’
A memorial service to celebrate Stacey’s life will be held at the RSA Function Room, Bowler Avenue, at 2.00pm on February 5. To view on livestream https://livestream.com/accounts72885/staceyperreau Messages to 22 Walker Street, Gore, 9710.

STRETCH, Judith:
1955 – 2024
On Thursday, January 25, 2024, we lost a remarkable woman when Jude passed away. She was the backbone of our family and showed such courage, determination, and positivity in her battle with cancer. Much loved wife of Tony and treasured mum to Sam and Mandy, Nathan, and Zana – Nana to Kayla, Indi, Adam, and Ryder. We will have a private cremation, but we intend to celebrate this beautiful persons life on February 25, and invite all who want to join us, this will be in the Gold Coast Australia. Venue/time TBA.

Acknowledgments:

SPAIN, Brian Beaton:
Passed Away 7 February 2023. A loved husband, Dad and Grandad. Dear Brian, one year has passed since you left us, we miss you not being around. Love always, Ruth, Fergus, Stephen, Melissa, Kaylee, Rebecca, Tait, Logan, and Jack. ♥♥♥♥♥

SPAIN, Blair Duncan:
Passed Away 5 March 2022. Aged 51 years. Sometimes life doesn’t give us more time so you have to remember the good times. Dear Blair, Two years have passed since you left us. We love you and miss you. Blair, Dad has now passed with you. Life just isn’t the same. Love always, Kaylee, Rebecca, Mother, Fergus, Stephen, and Liss.

TE AU, Martin Springford (Marty):
“Rain at seven, clear by eleven.
Did you know Marty?”
A Life Well Lived!
Our whanau say thank you to each and everyone of you for your love, care and kindness since Marty’s passing.
“Nga mihi nui kia koutou katoa”