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BODKIN, Arthur William (Bill):
At Southland Hospital on July 16, at the age of 92, Shirley’s beloved husband of 66 years passed away. He was a greatly cherished father and father-in-law to Ann and Graham, the late Ross and Belinda, Jane and the late Keith, Sally and Dene. He will be remembered as a treasured grandfather to twelve and a beloved great-grandfather to six children. A private cremation was held on Tuesday 18 July.
Bill’s life will be remembered at a gathering on Sunday 23 July, 1.30 pm at Ascot Park Hotel, Invercargill. Those wishing to attend are warmly welcomed to join the family for this event.
Many thanks to Bupa for their care over the past months. Sincere thanks to the staff at Southland Hospital for their respectful caring and support in his last days. Messages can be left on Bill’s tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz

McMILLAN, John Rutherford:
It is with sadness that we announce the death of John. Loved husband of Patricia. Stepfather to Priya and James Thomas, Peter and Cindy Power, Cindy and Grant Hayes. Grandad John to Jasmine, Chelsea, Joshua, Trinity, Bethany, Ashleigh Hayes. Coby and Aria Power. Amelia and Olivia Thomas. Great grandfather to Isobel and Rylan. John wished for everyone to remember him how he was.
A happy man, with a great love for country music.
A memorial will be held to celebrate John’s life at the Invercargill Christian Community Centre, 165 Leet Street, at 1.30 on Saturday 22nd July. Messages can be left on John’s Tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz

WISHART, Patricia Rose (Pat):
Peacefully, on Wednesday 12th July 2023 at Southland Hospital, aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of Don for 56 years, loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Sue and Grey Russell, Erin and Craig Gerken. Adored and loved nana of Lauren, Serena, Cory, Bradley and Jordan. Loved aunty to Dean Currie and her nieces and nephews. Our sincere thanks to the caring team on the Medical Ward at Southland Hospital. Many thanks to Macdonald & Weston who made Mum’s final journey respectful. A private service has been held. Messages to 50 Bandon Street, Bluff 9814, or to Pat’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/patricia

In Memoriam

DUNN, Rhys:
11.11.1994 – 20.7.2016 Our beautiful, treasured, loving son, brother and best friend. You are loved beyond words. You are missed beyond measure. Love Mum, Dad, Alex, Laree, Carla and Zedd

WARD, Marlene:
“She lived for those she loved, and those she loved remember” – Adrian and family.