What’s On Invers Funeral Notices – Tuesday 6th August

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]

COURNANE, John:
Unexpectedly, on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, aged 65 years. Jock is the loved son of Mick and Norma. Loved and devoted partner of Karen, cherished father and father-in-law of Emma and Andrew (Canterbury), Tracy and Dan Thomas (Dunedin), Patrick and Britt (Invercargill), admired step-Dad of Jane, Ryan and Sam, and adored Grandad Jock of Amelie, Henry and Fletcher; Pippa, Layla and Chloe; Kacey and Jayde. Beloved brother and brother-in-law of Michael*, Jewel and Graham* McAtamney, Bruce and Barbara, and a much loved Uncle of his nieces, great-nieces and nephew. A celebration of Jock’s life will be held in the Upper Clutha Rugby Club, 15 McDougall Street, Wanaka, on Friday, August 9, at 1.30pm, followed by a private family burial. Messages to PO Box 701, Wanaka 9343. (*denotes deceased).

HALL-JONES, David:
Peacefully, after a four year battle with cancer, on Saturday, August, 3, 2024, aged 63 years. Loved husband of PM, cherished father and father-in-law of William and Francesca, Hugh, loved brother and brother-in-law of Peter and Jenny, Stephen, TK and Karen Chan, Bob Chan, and cherished Uncle of his nephews and nieces. ‘Excellent fisherman, deputy leader of the ‘FTFG’ and the ‘RTFG’
A private cremation will be held. An event to celebrate David’s life to follow. Our sincere thank you to the doctors who have supported David across the four years, including Hong Kong, France and New Zealand. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Cancer Society. Message to PO Box 6049, Dunedin.

HUNT, Kevin Patrick (Ace):
Peacefully at home on Saturday 3rd August 2024 aged 74 years. Loved son of *Patrick and *Margaret. Loved brother and brother in law of Peter and Linda, Raymond and *Neville and Minney, loved uncle of Paula, Mel, Kimily, Ben and Nick and their families. Many thanks to all of Kevins carers throughout the duration of his illness. A private service will be held, messages to 29 High Street East Nightcaps *Denoted deceased.

KELLY, John:
Peacefully, on Saturday, August 3, 2024, with his loving family by his side, aged 86 years young. Most cherished husband and best friend of Verona (Miss Favel), deeply loved father and father-in-law of Amanda and Robin Swain (Knapdale), Shayne and Justine (Otama), and adored Grandad and Pauly of Hollie, Casey, Lucy; Georgia, Katie, Adam and Jack. Son of the late John and Frances Kelly, loved and respected brother and brother-in-law, and uncle to all his nieces and nephews. ‘RIP’ Requiem Mass to celebrate Paul’s life will be held in the Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Ardwick Street, Gore, on Wednesday, August 7, at 10.30am followed by light refreshments and private interment. Messages to 80 Norton Street, Gore 9710.

NORMAN, Colleen:
We sadly announce the sudden passing of Colleen, aged 71 years, on Thursday, August 1, 2024 after a courageous battle following illness at Southland Hospital, Invercargill. Beloved wife of Forrester Norman. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Christopher and Christy, Matthew and Anthony, Philip and Eve, Margot, and Alison and Craig. Loving grandmother (Nana) to Tilly, Jonty, Indiana, and Madison. Her siblings and in-laws will deeply miss her: Danny and Anne Young, Margaret and Bernie Brown, Bruce and Rosemary Young, and Ashley Cummings. 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 10.30am on Wednesday, August 7. A private burial will take place after that. Messages to 213 Queens Drive, Invercargill and digital messages may be left on Colleen’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

REYNOLDS,  Allan Wallace:
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at Bupa Ascot on Friday 2nd August 2024. In his 80th year. Dearly loved husband and soul mate of Pamela for the last 60 years. Treasured father and father-in-law of Diane and Norman Pierce, Sharon and Doug Arthur, Paul and Desiree, David and Kym, and Maree. Best Grandad and Poppy ever of his 16 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. Loved son of Joyce* and Reginald* Reynolds and Maitland* Downes. Loved son-in-law of Patricia* and Herbert* Orr. Special brother of Diane, and a dearly loved brother and brother in-law. A special uncle, cousin and friend to many. Heartfelt thanks to Bupa Ascot and Clare House for their care of Allan. A service to celebrate Allan’s life will be held at The Invercargill Workingmens Club, 154 Esk Street, Invercargill, at 1.30pm, on Thursday, August 8. In lieu of flowers, donations to Alzheimers Society Southland, would be appreciated and may be left at the service.
PROVINCIAL CONTRACTING LTD
The origins of Provincial Contracting Ltd began when Allan Reynolds and two partners took over an existing drainage and excavation company of the same name, in 1984. The two partners have since left the company, leaving Allan and his wife Pam, as directors. Allan Reynolds is the Managing Director of the Company and has been involved in the construction, drainage and excavation field for 50 years.
Messages to 86 Mavora Crescent, Heidelberg, Invercargill 9812 or to Allan’s tribute page at  frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream of the service will also be available.(* denotes deceased).

SLOAN, Thora Fay:
Peacefully in the care of Southland Hospital with her loving family by her side on Sunday, 4th August 2024, in her 89th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Hugh. Adored mother and mother-in-law of Steve and Claire, Allan and Liz, Carolyn, Hughjohn, Roy and Fiona, and Leanne and Owen. Loved Nana, Nana Pop and Nana Thora of all her Grand, Great, and Great Great Grandchildren. A service to celebrate Thora’s life will be held in the Southland Crematorium Chapel, Rockdale Road, Invercargill on Wednesday, 7th August at 11:00 am. Messages to 75A Conon Street, Appleby, Invercargill 9812.

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]