What’s On Invers Funeral Notices – Saturday 6th January

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DAWSON, Brian:
Brian peacefully passed away at Leslie Groves Home and Hospital on Thursday, January 4, 2024; aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Ethel, loving dad of John*, Grant and Lynn (Popotonua), Sue Clarke and Stephen Bruce (Dunedin), very special, mischievous, and loved grandad of Jared and Victoria Clarke (Mayfield), Logan Clarke and Rose Vidler (East Taieri), and Mitchell Clarke*; Ben Dawson (Balclutha), Zac Dawson and Nicole Herron (Waihola), Josh Dawson and Rosie Rundle (London), proud great-grandad of Tom, and Izzy Clarke (Mayfield), Neive Clarke (East Taieri), and Hunter Dawson (Waihola), special Brian of Catherine, Caitlin and Darcy, Georgia and Logan.
“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us everyday”
A celebration of Brian and Ethel’s life will be held in the Taieri Bowling Club, 12 Wickliffe Street, Mosgiel at 1.00pm on Friday, January 12, followed by private cremation. Messages to 6 Joe Brown Avenue, Mosgiel 9024.

EARLAND, Rodney Neil (Rod):
Of Invercargill. Passed peacefully on Monday 1 January, 2024 aged 94. Loved husband of the late Irene. Much loved Dad of Jane and Lindsay (Brisbane), Neil and Philippa (Forest Hill), Anne and Ian (Alexandra), Kerry and Ward (Alexandra), Jacqui and Mark (Dunedin). Loved Grand Rod of Claudia, Liam, and Gianna Gillies; Grace, Henry, and Lochie Earland; Etta, and Billie Grant; Giordyn, Rosheen, and Steffi Moss; Jay, and Thea Davis. Also Great Grand Rod of Aurelia. Loved brother of the late Valerie Portman (Nelson), and Audrey Le Roy (Timaru). Respected Uncle of all his nieces and nephews. In accordance with Rod’s wishes a private family service has been held. Sincere thanks to Dr Rambukwelle and to the staff at Rowena Jackson Retirement Village for their loving care of Rod. Messages can be sent to 21 Bantry Street, Alexandra 9320 or to Rod’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

KREMER, Egbert:
Aged 86. It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Bert on December 30, 2023. Beloved husband of Zwaan. Loved Father and Father-in-law of Liena and Wayne, Ebel and Maxine, Wilma and partner Martin. Loved Grandad and Opa of his six grandchildren and their partners, and Great-grandfather and Opa of his 10 great-grandchildren. Also loved by all his family in the Netherlands.Thank you to the Medical Ward Doctors and Nurses at Southland Hospital and Hospice. A private service was held on January 3, 2024. Messages to the Kremer family 64 Ariki Ave, Otatara, RD9, Invercargill 9879, or may be left on Bert’s tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz

McMURDO, Keira Elizabeth (Bubba):
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, on Saturday 30 December 2023, aged 8 years. Dearly loved daughter of Sascha and Logan. Grandaughter of Kris and Celeste, Quentin, Gub and Robyn. Treasured niece of Rebecca and Richard, Danielle, and Cody. Special thank you to all the wonderful staff at the Children’s Ward, Southland Hospital for their care of Bubba. A service to celebrate Keira’s life will be held on Monday 8 January 2024 at 1.30pm, in J Fraser and Sons’ Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill. In lieu of flowers, donations to Childrens Ward at Southland Hospital would be gratefully accepted and may be left at the service. Messages to 775 Tweed Street, Rockdale, Invercargill 9812, or to Keira’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

McNAUGHTON, Rose:
Peacefully, at Bupa Longwood, on Monday 2nd January 2024, aged 83 years. Loved wife of the late Stuart McNaughton and loved mother and mother-in-law of Wendy and Murray Anderson, Mark*, Matthew* and Wendy, Tracy and Tim Yellowlees, also loved Nana of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Per Rose’s wishes, a private graveside service has been held. Messages to PO Box 632, Invercargill 9840, or may be left on Rose’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/rose

RICHARDS, Elizabeth:
Peacefully, with her family by her side, on Thursday, January 4, 2024, aged 95 years. Greatly loved wife of the late Vince, loved mother and mother-in-law of Greg and Margaret (Christchurch), Lynne and the late Paul Tankard (Queenstown), Tony and Sue (Matamata). Loved Nan of her 10 adoring grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren with 2 more on the way. A service to celebrate Glady’s life will be held at the Bluff New Life Church, 154 Gore Street, on Thursday, January 11, at 1.30pm. Livestream Link available www.southernlakesfunerals.co.nz. Thank you to staff at Lake Wakatipu Care Centre for their love and care. Messages to 57 Oregon Drive, Kelvin Heights, Queenstown 9300.

SOPER, Lynette Jane (née Sutton):
Peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on Friday, 29th December 2023. Dearly loved wife of Norman and loved mother and mother-in-law of Craig, and Deanne & Jeffrey and a cherished grandmother of Liam, Maigan, Anneliese, and great grandmother of Octavia. A loved sister, sister-in-law, cousin, and aunt of her extended Sutton, Soper, Allison and Butson families. At Lynette’s request a private family service has been held.

WOODGYER, John:
Peacefully, on Sunday, December 17, 2023 at Ascot Bupa Care Home. Dearly loved son of the late John (Jack) and the late Alice Woodgyer. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Gaile and John Downey (Christchurch). Loved uncle of Joanne and Michael. Loved great-uncle of Jaimie and Alex. Loved friend of Neil O’Rorke. John has been cremated and a memorial service will be held at Kew Bowling Club, 20 McQuarrie Street, Invercargill, on Friday, January 12, 2024 at 1.00pm. Messages to PO Box 632, Invercargill 9840 or may be left on Woody’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/woody

Acknowledgement

HAMILTON, Evelyn:
14.8.1928 – 16.12.2023
Colin and Barbara (Wellington), Jean (Otama), Lindsay and Sheila (Paraparaumu), and their families, express thanks to all those who attended Mum’s funeral service, viewed online, sent cards, messages, food, flowers and support. Sincere thanks to the attending crews from St John Ambulance and Waikaka Volunteer Fire Brigade, the Gore Health Care team, and Southern Funeral Home.