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BORLAND, Michael Clark (Fatz):
Died unexpectedly on 30th April 2023, in Christchurch hospital with family and friends at his side.
Loved Father of Jamiee and Vincent and family. Loved Son of Brian *, Pat *, and Dorothy.
Loved Brother of Kim * and Michael, Jackie and Stephen, Leanne and Anau, Richard and Sandy, Bronwyn and families.
A private family cremation has been held. * Denotes deceased
McDOWELL; Rita Lorraine (nee Shaw):
Passed away at Peacehaven Village surrounded by her children in her 84th year. Dearly loved wife of Richard*(Dick) Loved and treasured Mum and Mother-in-Law of Graeme and Jan, Deanne and Trev, Lyndal and Murray, Andre and Tinika. Cherished Nana Rita of Logan,Courtney,Reece,Todd,and Shaun,also her great and great-great grandchildren. A service for Rita will be held on Wednesday 10th May commencing at 2pm,at The Grace Presbyterian Church, 689 Tweed Street, Invercargill, followed by a private cremation.Messages to McDowell family c/o 69 Bond Street, Invercargill, 9810, or can be left on Rita’s tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz
SINCLAIR, Robin Macdonald:
In his 81st year and after a short illness, Robin died peacefully at home. Loving husband of Joan. Much loved Dad and father in law of Pete & Bron Sinclair, Rod & Nan Sinclair and Robina & Chris Wilson. Cherished Grandad (GD) of Jenna, Rory, Sophie, Harriet, Morag, Ailish, late James, Bryher, Annabelle and Isla. Son of late Frank & Robina Sinclair. (Dipton) Brother and brother in law of late Bruce and Marion Sinclair. Loved and remembered always Robin will be interred privately with his family on Wednesday 10 May and after they invite those who wish to attend a celebration of Robin’s life and share memories at 1.00pm in the Dipton Hall. Messages to 16A Clyde Street, Winton 9720 or on Robin’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz
TOMLINSON, Joan Isobel:
Peacefully in the care of Waikiwi Gardens Rest Home on Saturday, 6th May 2023, in her 92 nd year. Dearly loved mother of Michael, and Nathan and Grandma of Ian, Jenna, and Erin. A private service has been held. Messages to 16 Villa Grove, Ilam, Christchurch 8041