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ANSETT, Lynette Mary (Lyn):
Sunrise 18.2.1937 – Sunset 24.7.2023. Peacefully on Monday, in the care of Rowena Jackson Retirement Village, aged 86 years. Dearly loved mother to Heather & Paul Lamond, Helen & Brian Ritchie, Peter Ansett & Belinda Sharplin, and Tina & Tony Lawson. Adored and cherished Work Nana, Gran, Nana, Nana Monster, Great Grandmother and Great Great Grandmother. A Loved daughter of the late Freda Watts and sister of Gloria & the late Bill Speirs. A service to celebrate Lyn’s life will be held in the Southland Crematorium Chapel, Rockdale Road, on Friday, 28th July at 11:00am. Messages to 104 Railway Road, Woodlands.

KITTO, Frederick George (Fred/Honk):
On Sunday 23 July 2023, Fred unexpectedly but peacefully passed away aged 84 years. Cherished and loved husband and soulmate of the late Shirley. Beautiful and treasured dad of Glenda and Jaffa, Chrissy and Donald, Valda, Shirley-Anne and Gerard. A devoted and adored grandfather, great-grandfather and great great– grandfather of his gorgeous grandchildren. Fred will be resting at 82 MacMaster Street until his service, which will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, on Friday 28th July at 1.00pm with a private cremation to follow. If you wish to view the service via livestream, go to the Avenal Park Website, obituaries page and click on the link on Fred’s page. Messages to 82 MacMaster Street, Richmond, Invercargill 9810.

ROBINSON, Nikolai Kenneth:
Peacefully at Hospice Southland surrounded by his loving whanau on Tuesday 25 July 2023. Dearly loved son of Katrina and Neil, deeply loved and cherished brother of Damion, Caleb, Kurt and their partners, Alesha, and Kyra. Fun loving uncle Nik to Shaquille*, Braxton, Xavier, Kensey Keri Ray, Wairau, Mikhania, Sovereign, Ngawari, Athena, and Moana Jade. A treasured nephew to all his aunties and uncles, and a cherished cousin. A much loved brother from all the boys. Nikolai will be resting at Te Tomairangi Marae, 54 Eye Street, until his service. Details to be advised. Messages to 7 Argyle Street, Invercargill 9812. “Nikolai has fought his last fight, but he lives on in all of us.”

STEWART, Gerry:
Suddenly at home on Tuesday, 18th July 2023. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Lesley. Loved father and father-in-law of Ian & Jenny, Kirsty & Rob Maxwell, Fiona & Bruce Cushen, and a loved Grandad to all his grand and great grandchildren. Loved Stepfather of Donna & Ross, Linda & Wayne, and dearly loved Goog’s of Josh. Loved friend of Vinny & Shelley, Libby, and Emma. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Joanna & Keith Barclay, and Simon & Danny Stewart. A loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Gerry’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street on Thursday, 27th July at 1:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland would be appreciated and may be left at the service. If you wish to view the service via livestream, go to the Avenal Park Website, Obituaries page and click on the link on Gerry’s page. Messages to 130 Gimblett Place, Waikiwi, Invercargill 9810.

WALKER, Heather:
Passed away suddenly at Gore Hospital on Monday July 24, 2023 Dearly loved wife of the late Dale Lester Walker. Loved and respected Mother of Jonathan (Hampden), Kenneth (Gore), Jane and Rob (WA). Daughter of the late Kenneth and Jane Tuach (Croydon). A private service will be held. Donations in lieu of flowers to the Hokonui St John would be greatly appreciated. Messages to 13 Aotea Crescent Gore 9710.

WOOTTON, William:
21.06.1951 – 23.7.2023 Passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday night. Beloved best friend and soulmate of Donna. Beloved son of the late William Ronald (Ron) and Ngaira Wootton. Beloved father, father-in-law and friend to Cameron and Angela, Megan and Jay, Nicholas, and Lee, beloved grandad of William, and James, beloved brother and brother-in-law to Sylvia and Wayne, Jeena and Gilbert, Helen and Gabrielle, Muriel* and Morris, Rayna and John, Nanette, Linda and his best fishing mate Shane, loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to all the doctors and nurses of the Fiordland Medical Center and the Southland Hospice for their amazing care and support. A service for Bruce will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 10.30am, Friday, July 28, followed by private cremation. Messages to 677 East Taieri-Allanton Rd, Allanton 9092.

In Memoriam

BRIERLY, Angela:
21.3.1968 – 26.7.2013
There is always a face before me,
A voice I would love to hear,
A smile I will always remember,
Of my soulmate, I loved so dear.
Deep in my heart lies a picture,
More precious than silver or gold,
It’s a picture of you, Angela,
Whose memory will never grow old.
All my love Kerry xxx

HARVEY, Matt (Grover):
10.11.82 – 26.07.17
Our family has never been the same since you left and went to heaven.
Miss you Matt
From your loving family ❤️xoxo

SWAIN, Carol:
Carol, Mum, Nan You left us beautiful memories Your love is still our guide Though we cannot see you You are always by our side Love Trevor and family