What's On Invers Funeral Notices
Funeral Notices are published daily at 6:40am Monday to Saturday, a free community service provided by whatsoninvers.nz
If you would like your loved one’s death/funeral notices, memoriam
or acknowledgement listed email it in word or PDF to [email protected]
BARNES, Wendy:
Born May 18, 1947, in London, passed November 28, 2024. Adored soulmate and loving wife of Howard. Loved and Cherished Mum of Terrence, Mark, Bronwyn, Roland, and William. Loved mother-in-law of Sarah, and Mark (Fes). Much loved Nana of her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren. Loved aunt of her nieces and nephews. 'Forever in our Hearts'
As per Wendy's wishes a private family service has been held. The family wish to thank St John's Ambulance, CCU staff, and Distinct Funerals for their kindness and loving care of our Mum, also many thanks to Lynley McKerrow for taking Wendy's Service.
Messages can be sent to Townhouse 82, 40 O'Byrne Street, Invercargill, or left on Wendy's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz, where a live stream link to her service can be found.
BASTIAANSEN, Johannes:
Peacefully, at Resthaven Village, Gore, on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, aged 97 years. Cherished husband of Corrie*, much loved father and father-in-law of Maria and Len Tallentire (Mosgiel), Margaretha Johnson (Auckland), Lyann Heke (Dunedin), Caroline* and Piki* Whiunui (Waihola), Peter and Jenny (Gore), Francis and Michele (Alexandra), and Judy* Ansen (Oxford), treasured Pop and great-Pop of Anita, Janine; Charlotte, Madeline, Michael; Joshua, Melissa, Reagan; Jaden, Rana, Hone; Casey, Travis, Kimberley, Ashlee; Nicholas, Daniel, and his great-grandchildren. RIP. "Together Again"
A private service for John, and a memorial service for Corrie has been held. A special thankyou to all the staff at Resthaven Village for the care they have given to John and Corrie over the years. Messages to 1 Preston Street, Gore 9710.
(*denotes deceased).
EDWARDS, Carolyn Anne:
Passed away after a long battle on Wednesday, 4th December 2024 in Christchurch, aged 69 years. Dearly loved wife of Tiamana (TiaTia). Cherished mum of Ebony, and Jai and Nanny of Asia, Maia, Kiedis, Akuira, Emma-Lee, Aronui, and NgāKau. Loved daughter of Russell (Mick) and Norma Morton. A service to celebrate Carolyn’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Saturday, 7th December at 1:30pm, the service will conclude with the interment at the Eastern Cemetery. Messages to 49 Dalrymple Street, Strathern, Invercargill 9812. Avenal Park Funeral Home
GRANDIEK, (nee Bishop) Jennifer Anne:
16.05.1936 ~ 6.12.2024
Passed away surrounded by loving family at Peacehaven. Devoted wife of Petrus (Peter) Loved mother and mother-in-law to John and Marie-Louise, Sandra and Rob, David and Carolyn, James and Martin. Caring Oma to Catherine, Christiaan, Isaac, Anika, Kelly, Danielle, Thomas and Piet. Sister to *Evelyn and *James, (deceased), John. A service to celebrate Jenny’s life will be held at First Church on Wednesday 11th December, at 1.00 pm, followed by a family interment at Eastern Cemetery. Messages to 541 Yarrow Street, Invercargill
HIGHLEY, Eric William:
Peacefully at Bupa Ascot Care Home, Invercargill, on Wednesday 4th December 2024. Aged 64 years. Soulmate of the late Cassina. Loved father of Jacinta, and Annalyce. Friend of Todd, and Andrew. Special thanks to Marge and all the staff at Hospice Southland, and Ascot Bupa for their incredible kindness shown to Eric. In accordance with Eric’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to 22a McBratneys Road, Dallington, Christchurch, 8061 or to Eric’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
LITTLE, Margaret:
Passed away at Vickery Court, Invercargill, on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, aged 81 years. Much loved wife of the late Charles (Charlie) for 64 years. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Kristine and Russell, Andrew and Kate, David and Di, and Jacqui. Proud Nana of Nick, Heidi, and Jordan, and also a very proud Great-Nana of Autumn. Loved sister and sister-in-law Jill* and Neil Clark (Christchurch), and also sister-in-law of Carol* and Hugh* Brown, Erice* and Neil Hamilton and Elaine* and Keith Baldwin. Margaret's family wish to acknowledge the staff of Vickery Court for their care. In respect of Margaret's wishes, a private service will be held. Messages to 93 Quintin Drive, Te Anau 9600, or to Margaret's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
(*denotes deceased)
KNIGHT, Maureen Ivy:
Peacefully at her home in Invercargill on Wednesday December 4, 2024. Much loved wife of Alan*. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Nick and Vi, Lois and Keith McLeod, John and Tracey, and Martin. Adored Nana. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Betty*, Sheila*, John*, and Chris and Kaye (Christchurch). Loved Aunt. Dearly loved friend of Colleen. A service to celebrate Maureen’s life will be held in All Saints Anglican Church, Hollywood Terrace, Invercargill, at 1.30pm, on Monday December 9th 2024. Private cremation. Messages to her home address and digital messages may be left at Maureen’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes (*denotes deceased.)
“ Dearly Missed “
LAURIE, Stanley John (Stan):
On Monday, 2nd December 2024, aged 80 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Judy. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Don and Linda, Kenneth*, Paula and Ken Woods, and Lisa Laurie. Loved Grandad of Emma, Brett, Stacey, Anna, Bridget, George, and Harrison. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Joan* and Rangi Rickard, Ray* and Monica, and Isobel and Maurice Green. A loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Stan’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street on Monday, 9th December at 11:00 am the service will conclude with the interment at the Tuatapere Cemetery, arrival approx. 3:00 pm. If you wish to view the service via livestream, go to the Avenal Park website, obituaries page and click the link on Stan’s page. Messages C/- Laurie Family, PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840.
MOORE, Malcolm Frederick:
After a life lived well, peacefully surrounded by his loving family at his home, on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, aged 78 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Marjorie, loved and respected father and father-in-law of Nicky and Chris, Mike and Maria, and the late Andrew; proud Grandad of Flynn, Oliver, and Matthew. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Ken and Maewyn, Bruce and Carol, Alan and the late Cathy, and Barbara; much loved Uncle of all his nieces and nephews, and great friend of many. Family would like to acknowledge all the wonderful support given during Malcolm’s illness. In lieu of flowers donations kindly accepted for Central Otago Hospice, and may be left at the service. Live stream available – www.centralotagofunerals.co.nz. A service to celebrate Malcolm’s life will be held in St Enoch’s Union Church, 12 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, on Tuesday, 10 December at 12 noon, then leaving for Alexandra Cemetery. Messages to email – [email protected] or c/o Central Otago Funerals, 16 Ennis Street, Alexandra 9320 - Central Otago Funerals, Alexandra/Cromwell, FDANZ
MUIR, Brenda Denise:
Peacefully on December 5 at Parata Rest Home, surrounded by her loving family. Loved wife of the late John David Muir, treasured mum and mother-in-law of David and Talia, Paul and Wendy, adored Nana of Danielle, Alesha, Jesse, Sophie, Brooke, loved great grandma of her 4 great grandchildren. The family would like to thank Parata Rest Home, staff for the loving care given to their mum. In accordance with Brenda’s wishes a private cremation has been held. A service to Celebrate Brenda’s life will be on Saturday December 14, 2024, at 1.30 pm, the Grace Church, Hamilton Street, Gore. Messages to 95 Kent Street, Timaru, 7910
TOMLIN, Rowena Joyce (nee Cleaver):
06.10.1939 – 02.12.2024
Rowena passed away peacefully at Riverton. Dearly loved wife and best friend of Kenny for 61 years. Loved and respected Mum of Arron (Australia), and Carole (Colac Bay), a much loved and loving Taua of her deeply cherished grandsons Kalani, and Grayson Elder, and Baleigh Smith. Loved and respected mother-in-law of Craig McMaster. Loved daughter of Margaret* and Johnson* Cleaver, loved and respected sister and sister- in-law of Jimmy* and Noeline, Henry and Shirley, David*, Ian*, Lois and Kevin Mulqueen, Norman*, Betty* and Donnah, loved and respected aunty, great and great great aunty to all her nieces and nephews. Loved daughter-in-law of Mary* and Frank*, Loved sister-in- law of Barry* (*denotes deceased).
“Deeply loved and will be dearly missed”
In accordance with Rowena’s wishes, a private service has been held. Messages to the Tomlin Family, 43 Orepuki- Riverton Highway, Riverton 9822. Avenal Park Funeral Home.
TRESSLER, Raymond John (Ray):
Passed away at home on the 4th December 2024, aged 95. Dearly loved husband of Norma, married for 69 years. Very special dad and father-in-law of Wendy and John, Lindsay and Stacey, and Andrea and Gareth. Dearly loved grandad of Simon, Nick, Abby and great-grandad of Amelia. A service to celebrate Ray’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill, on Tuesday 10th December at 1.30pm. In lieu of flowers the family would be grateful for donations to the Menz Shed Invercargill. Messages to 50 Chapman Street, Richmond, Invercargill 9810.
WALKER, David:
4.4.1942 - 29.11.2024
Passed away peacefully in Sydney surrounded by family. Beloved husband of Lesley, father and father-in-law of Sallyanne, Derek and Fleur. Brother and brother-in-law of Judith and Ross Milmine (Weston), Graeme and Jenny (Invercargill), Lynda and Gerard Hampton (Invercargill), Noel and Sue (TeAnau), Fondly remembered by his extended family in New Zealand and Australia. The funeral service will be held in Sydney at Ann Wilson Funerals, Mona Vale, at 1.00pm (Australian time) on Monday, December 9.
Acknowledgements and Memoriam's: If you would like your loved one’s death/funeral notices, memoriam, or acknowledgement listed, email it in word or PDF to [email protected]
LAKE, Ron:
In accordance with Ron’s wishes, a private service has been held. Ron passed away peacefully on 1 December 2024, aged 86 years. Beloved husband of the late Brenda Lake (née McIntyre). Treasured Dad of Garry and Trena, Annette and Mike, Dianne and Neville, Bevan and Kym. An adored Grandad and Great- Grandad, as well as a dearly loved brother and uncle. Heartfelt thanks to the compassionate staff at Bupa Ascot and Hospice Southland for their care and support.
A Life Well Lived
A husband’s love, steadfast and true,
A father’s care in all he’d do.
A farmer’s hands, both strong and kind,
A heart of gold, a peaceful mind.
Now in the fields of endless rest,
We honour a life that was simply the best.
NEVILLE, James Scott (Nev):
26/10/1952 - 07/12/2014
10 years ago you said goodbye to your strings and your family.
“In the hearts of those who loved you, you will always be there “
All our Love from Judi, Rachael, Shannan, Ethan, Foxton and new Grandson coming soon.
