What’s On Invers Funeral Notices – Wednesday 3rd April

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COMPTON, Leith:
On Saturday, March 30, 2024, at Gore Hospital, from cancer, aged 72 years. Dearly loved son of the late Gladys and Rex, loved brother of Sharon, and Glenys, much loved Dad of Rex and father-in-law of Sarah, adored Poppa of Daphne, Lily, and Chloe. In accordance with Leith’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to Compton family, 175 Colombo Road, Masterton, 5810.

ENGLISH, Margaret Isabella (nee Cavanagh):
Passed away at home peacefully with her three children present. Loved wife of the late Desmond. Margaret was a beloved mother and mother-in law to Wendy and Tim, Louise and Alan, and Warren and Ratna. Beloved nana to Adam, Mikaeel, Lulu, Tristan, Alesha, and Mason; and great-nana to Nakiah and Alara. As per Margaret’s wishes there will be a Requiem Mass at St Thomas’s Catholic Church in Winton at 10am Friday 5th April. A burial will be held thereafter at Dipton Cemetery. The family warmly invite those close to Margaret to an afternoon tea at her home from 2pm on Friday.

HEBBEND, Joanne:
Passed away peacefully, at Lakes District Hospital, Frankton, on March 23, 2024, aged 63 years. Dearly loved wife of Stephen, loved mother of Alicia, Rachel and Brendan, and cherished Jojo of Toby Hebbend-Wilson. Loved daughter of Mona and the late Percy Robertson and loved sister of Susan Swain. In accordance with Joanne’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place. A memorial service to celebrate Joanne’s life will be held in Remarkables Primary School, 49 Lake Avenue, Frankton, Queenstown, on Saturday, April 6, at 1.00 pm. If you are unavailable to attend Joanne’s service, livestream is available at www.southernlakesfunerals.co.nz Donations can be made at
https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/stephen-hebbend-donate-to-save-otago-and-southland Messages to 18 Boyes Crescent Frankton, Queenstown, 9300 or email [email protected]

KING, Peter Cyril – In Loving Memory
19/09/34- 30/03/24 – Formally from Kings Bend, Winton
It is with heavy hearts that we bid farewell to Peter who passed away peacefully on the 30th March 2024 surrounded by his loving family, at the age of 89. He was the cherished husband of Laureen, and a devoted father and father-in-law to Lisa and David (Australia), Michelle and Peter (England), Trina and Todd (USA), Andrew and Letitia (Stewart Island). Much loved grandfather to Alex, Sebastian, Ethan, Luke, Bella, and Ryan. Peter was also a beloved brother and brother-in-law to Warwick and Keiko, Wendy and Don, and Carol and Michael* Hardy. Peter will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. The family would like to thank the staff from Southland Hospital and Southland Hospice who cared for Peter. In lieu of flowers, donations to Southland Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service which will be held to celebrate Peter’s life in J Fraser & Son’s Chapel, Cnr Esk & Doon Streets, Invercargill on Monday 8th April at 11.00am followed by a private burial. Messages to 86 Albert Street, Winton 9720 or on Peter’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz

LANKSHEAR, Peter Maurice:
With sadness, we announce Dad made his final departure on 31 March 2024, aged 95. Formerly of New Plymouth, much loved husband and friend of the late Iris. Treasured father and father-in-law of David and Suzanne (Invercargill), Vanessa and Jim Elliott (New Plymouth), and Ken and Linda (Wellington). Cherished Grandad of Rachel Rankin, Gemma Goodall, and Joshua; Broughton and George Elliott; Lisa, Zoe and Ethan, and his 8 great-grandchildren. A service to celebrate Peter’s life will be held at Invercargill Methodist Church, 22 Lindisfarne Street at 10.00am on Thursday 4 April. Special thanks to all the kind, caring, considerate staff at Bupa Ascot. Messages to 54 Millton Park Rd, Invercargill.

WATSON-WIGHTMAN, Susanne Elizabeth “Sue”:
Tragically as the result of an accident at Kaikiura, on Thursday, March 28, 2024. Dearly loved parents of Holly and David Herbert, Caitlin Boyd, and Steve Watson. Loved Nana and granddad of Caleb. Special Nana and grandad to their fur babies Alf and Remy. Friends to many. As per Phil and Sue’s wishes a private service will be held. Messages to “Watson-Wightman family” P.O. Box 632, Invercargill, or you can go to Phil and Sues tribute page at https://mwfunerals.co.nz/s/phil

WHITE, Margaret Ailsa (nee Boskell):
25/01/1941 – 25/03/2024
Loved wife and best friend of Eric. Loved and adored Mum and Mum-in-law of Steven, Linda, Judy, Carolyn and Paul, and David Harland. Loved and respected Nana to her grandchildren and partners and great grandchildren. Loved daughter of Thelma* Forward (Christchurch) and Alan* Boskell (Milton), step-mum Violet* Boskell (Milton), and stepdad Dave* McMillan (Christchurch). Loved sister and sister-in-law of Doreen* Lilley, Desmond* and Vilma* Boskell, Averill* and Murray* Charteris, all formally of Christchurch. Loved niece, cousin, and aunty of her wider family who she thought the world of.
“Mum and Dad reunited for eternity”
After a long illness, Margaret passed away at home in Winton. In accordance with Margaret’s wishes, a family service has been held. (*denotes deceased) Messages to 88 Park Street Winton 9720.