What’s On Invers Funeral Notices – Wednesday 17th July

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
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BALDWIN, Ian:
On Saturday, July 13, 2024, after a short illness, aged 72 years. Beloved husband of Sue, loved father and father-in-law of Michael Baldwin and Penny Gardner, Daniel Baldwin*, Ellen Baldwin and Shaun Fahy*. The most dedicated and fun grandfather to Otis, Stella, Deacon, and Jed. A memorial service to celebrate Ian’s life will be held on Saturday, July 20, in the Cromwell College Auditorium, Barry Ave, Cromwell, at 1.00pm. Please join the family for an afternoon tea and a few yarns, following the service in the conference centre at The Gate, Barry Ave, Cromwell. Livestream available –
www.centralotagofunerals.co.nz In lieu of flowers, donations are warmly accepted for Ranui House, Christchurch. Donations can be made online or left at the service. Messages to 28 Terrace Street, Bannockburn, RD2, Cromwell, 9384.
(*denotes deceased).

DUTHIE, Keith:
In the comfort of his own home, on Saturday, July 13, 2024, aged 90 years. Loved husband for 53 plus years, of the late Margaret, cherished father and father-in-law of Grant (Cromwell), Craig and Pauline (Christchurch), loved Grandad of Drew (London), and Ellie, (Auckland), loved brother of his only surviving sibling, Shirley Howden (Tuatapere), and loved uncle to all his nephews and nieces. ‘Keith and Margaret are now reunited’ A service to celebrate Keith’s life will be held in the Cromwell Presbyterian Church, 10 Elspeth Street, on Friday July 19, at 2.00pm. Private cremation to follow. Livestream available – www.centralotagofunerals.co.nz , message to, 39B Cairnmuir Crescent, Cromwell 9310.

KING, Stephen Charles:
Steve passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday 15th July 2024, aged 71 years. Dearly loved husband of Margaret (nee Smith). Much loved father and father-in-law of Hadleigh and Jess King, Natalie and Colin Keane. Most amazing Grandad to Paige, Ella, and Tilly King; and Cathal, and Eireann* Keane. Loved son of the late Charles and Irene King. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Jan and John Jennings, John and Pam King, Sally King, and John and Debbie Smith and their families.  Cherished nephew of his aunts and uncles. Steve’s farewell will be held at the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Friday, 19th July at 2:00pm, followed by a private cremation. Messages to 21 Thomson Street, Invercargill 9810. In lieu of flowers donations to the Otago/Southland Rescue Helicopter Trust. Special thanks to the ICU Dunedin, the wound clinic and district nurses in Invercargill for your special care of Steve.

MCLEOD, Wilma (Gail):
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Gail, on Saturday July 13, 2024. Surrounded by her loving family, Gail left us, leaving a void that can never be filled. Gail was the beloved wife of Doug, and a loving mother and mother-in-law to Jacinda & Doug Reid, Carla & Duncan Fisher, and Brad & Nicole McLeod. She was a cherished Nana to Thornton, Tamzyn, Zyvanah, Xavier, Cooper, and Maddison. She was a beloved sister and sister-in-law to Barbara Bonney, Russell & Susan Bonney, Alistair & the late Heather McLeod, and the late Joan McLeod.
“Her love, warmth, and kindness touched everyone she knew”
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Hospice Southland staff for their unwavering care and support during this difficult time. Honoring Gail’s wishes, a private service has been held. Please send messages to the McLeod Family at 7 Terrace Street, Invercargill, or leave your condolences on Gail’s tribute page https://deaths.southlandtimes.co.nz/nz/obituaries/southland-times-nz/browse
“Gail’s spirit and love will forever remain in our hearts. She will be deeply missed”

SPENCE, Robert W:
Our dearest Bob passed away peacefully on July 5, 2024. He will be so very deeply missed by his loving wife and family here and in Australia. A private family service has been held.

WILSON, Trevor:
Peacefully on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at Bupa Parklands, Christchurch in his 82nd year. Dearly loved husband of Avril for 57 years, much loved father and father-in-law of Boyd and Joan Wilson (Invercargill), Andrew and Jackie Barker (Christchurch). Loved Pop of Harry and Lily Wilson and Tom, Alex and Annabelle Barker. Messages for the Wilson Family may be sent to PO Box 26112, Christchurch 8148.
“Rest in peace”
A private service has been held in accordance with Trevor’s wishes.