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AUCKRAM, Barry James:
On March 29, 2023, suddenly at his home in Christchurch. Son of the late Allan and Eleanor Auckram, brother and brother-in-law of Lance (deceased) and Judy, Carol, Ross (deceased), Susanne and Stewart, loved uncle, great uncle, friend and work colleague. Special thanks to the Hillview Christian School community for the love and support shown both over the years of employment and now at this time of his sudden loss. Messages may be addressed to Sue Pearce, 10 Lyon Street, Glengarry, Invercargill, 9810. In accordance to Barry’s wishes a private cremation has been held, and he will be scattered at Bluff, the place of his birth.

BLEE, Isobel Rae (nee Guise):
Peacefully on Sunday 2nd April 2023; aged 88 years old. Dearly loved wife of the late Bill, much loved Mother of Pamela, loved Nana Bel of Sam, and Isabella. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Bill* and Jessie* Guise, Ross* and Reina Guise, Joan* and Sam* Nicolson, Margaret* and John* Wohlers, Norma* and Len* Chilton, Jean* and Eddie* Mitchell, Isla* and Viv* Johnston, Don* and Judy, and Margaret, Bruce* and Kathy Guise, Jan* and Darryl, and Colin, Audrey* and Colin Branks, loved sister-in-law of Norman* Blee, Selwyn* and Marlene Blee, Marion and Jim* McBride, Ross* and Mary* Blee. A loved aunty of all her nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Isobel’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street Invercargill on Wednesday 5 April, at 2.00pm. Messages to 16 Herbert Street Invercargill 9810.

FALCONER, Shona Margaret:
It is with deep sadness, that we announce the passing of Shona, on Sunday, April 2, 2023. Dearly loved daughter of Douglas* and Evelyn (previously farming at Craigie Glen, Waimumu), sister and sister-in-law of Janice and Bryan Jones (Invercargill), Duncan and Kerralie (Waimumu), James and Amanda (Canberra), Bronwyn and Dean McLennan (Christchurch), and loved Aunty of Scott and Libby, Matthew Jones; Braden, Cameron and Siobhan, Lachlan; Will, Jack and Kate; Emma-Jane and Josh Gray, April, Jessica and Annabelle McLennan. A private service to celebrate Shona’s life will be held. Special thanks to the IHC, Onslow Street and Gore Hospital staff. Messages to 12 Elsie Street, Gore 9710.(*denotes deceased).

HORRELL, Claire Marie (nee Prendergast):
Peacefully, on Monday, April 3, 2023, in her 96th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Bill, cherished mother and mother-in-law of Susan*, Rohan and Jenny, Anne-Marie and Struan McCrostie, Lisa and Shane Thompson, and Zella Downing, adored Nana of her grandchildren, Zelia, Zack, and Zeb; Megan, Sarah, and Joe; Bobby and David; and her 4 great-grandchildren. Following a private family mass and interment, a joyful celebration of Claire’s life will be held at the Riversdale Community Centre, Newcastle Street, on Wednesday, April 12, at 2.00pm. There will be an opportunity for those who would like to share stories and anecdotes or memories of Claire at this service. Livestream available www.southernfuneralhome.co.nz Special thanks to the staff at Resthaven Retirement Village for the amazing care and love shown to Mum. Messages to 9 Anglesea Street, Arrowtown 9302.
(*denotes deceased).

MARSHALL, Edith Esther (Edie) (née Jack):
Peacefully on Sunday, April 2, 2023, aged 87, with her family by her side. Dearly loved wife of Jim. Devoted Mum and Mum-in-law to Julie & Neville, Fay* & Nelson, Joy & Graeme, and Peter & Kirstie. Dearest Nana to Melanie, Jason, Jamie, Rachel. Michelle, Blair, Karl, Stacey, Alana, Steven, Megan, Daniel and all their partners. Loved Nana Marshall to her many, many Great Grandchildren. A service to celebrate Edie’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Thursday, 6th April at 11:00am, the service will conclude with the interment at the Eastern Cemetery. Edie’s family would like to thank the wonderful staff of Salisbury Wing, Rowena Jackson for their care of Edie. Messages to 188 Coggins Road, Otatara RD9, Invercargill 9879.

WATKINSON, Dawne Carrolle (nee Gilmour):
Passed away peacefully with her loving husband Colin by her side at Southland Hospital, on Monday, April 3, 2023, aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife of Colin, and loved mother and mother-in-law of Zena and Ash, Kay (deceased), Tania and Kane, and adopted son Graeme and Dawne. Treasured Taua and Taua-in-law of Carl, Damien (deceased), Danny (deceased), Peri, Amy and Clint, Bayley and Brandon, Laken, and Dan. Adored great-nana to many. Dawne will lay in state at 249 Conyers Street, Invercargill, from Tuesday, April 4 to Thursday, April 6. A service to celebrate the life of our wonderful Ma will be held at Southland Crematorium, on Thursday, April 6, at 10.00am, for family and close friends. Messages to 249 Conyers Street or on Dawne’s tribute page at distinctfunersls.co.nz

WILLIS, Sally Ann:
Peacefully on Monday, 3rd April 2023, at home with family. In her 63rd year. Beloved daughter of the late Miriam and the late Jim. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Kaye and Sutton Burtenshaw (Hamilton), Barry and Maureen (Winton), Patti and Bill McQueen (Otautau). A loved aunty and dear friend. At Sally Ann’s request a private cremation has taken place, and a get together will be held in the Invercargill Workingmen’s Club, Esk Street, on Thursday 6th April 2023 at 10.30am. Messages to “Willis Family” PO Box 632, Invercargill or you can go to Sally Ann’s tribute page at: mwfunerals.co.nz/s/sally