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ANDERSON, Frank. At Southland Hospital on November 29, 2018, in his 80th year. Dearly loved son of Frank* and Susan*. Loved friend of Lorelei and family. As per Frank’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. (*denotes deceased)

BULLMORE, Edward Douglas (Doug). Peacefully after a long battle on Friday, November 30, 2018; aged 73. Dearly loved husband of Margaret. Much loved father and Grandad of Richard, Kirsty, Timothy, and Amelia Bullmore (Balfour), Catherine, Brad, Sophia, and Madeleine McCartney (Geneva), David, Melissa, Carrie, Haylee, and Charlotte Bullmore (Balfour). Details to follow.

COLLIE, Owen Winston. Of Alexandra and formerly of Heddon Bush. It is with great sorrow that the family have to say, Owen passed away peacefully at home on November 30, 2018. Much loved husband and very best friend of Barbara, loved father of Jeffrey, Bronwyn and Jonathan McClean, and Megan and truly loved granddad Owee of Jake, Anna and Toby McClean. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to Otago Community Hospice (Central Otago Branch) and Occupational Therapy and can be left at the service. A service to celebrate Owen’s life will be held at St. Enoch’s Church on Monday, December 3, at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation. Messages to 15 Thyme Crescent, Alexandra 9320. Cared for by Affinity Funerals Central Otago & Lakes District F.D.A.N.Z.

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FOWLER Anthony Terrence (Tony). Passed away on Thursday 29 November 2018 at Gore Hospital, with his family at his side. Dearly loved Papa Tony of Mandy, Ryan, Mere, Michelle, Krystal, Josh, Terry, and their partners. Much loved Grandad of all his Grandchildren. Loved son of Terry and the late Joan Fowler, loved brother, Uncle and friend to many. Funeral intimation later. Tony will be resting from Saturday 1 December at the O Te Ika Rama Marae, McNab. Messages to 117 Salford Street, Gore 9710.
In The Care Of Hammond & Ryder Funeral Services Ltd Gore, FDANZ – NZIFH.

FRASER, Kenneth Methuen (Ken). Of Cromwell, passed away peacefully at Ripponburn Home on Thursday, November 29, 2018, aged 78. Dearly loved husband of Robyn, special loved one of Paul and Helen; Nakaysha and Kaye; and Carmen and Darren Grieve. A private cremation has been held. A memorial service for Ken will be held at Ripponburn Home, 94 Kawarau Gorge Road, Cromwell, on Tuesday, December 4, at 1.30pm. Messages to 21B Melmore Terrace, Cromwell 9310. Cared for by Affinity Funerals
Central Otago & Lakes District F.D.A.N.Z.

LOCKIE, Marie Hazel. Passed away peacefully on November 26, 2018, aged 93. Loving wife to the late Max Ludwig and Jack Lockie. Enthusiastic mother of Martin and Max. Grandmother to David and Mia. Loved Aunt of Margaret Bailey. A celebration of her life will be held at the Whitty’s Bar of the Avenal Hotel, 67 Avenal Street, Invercargill, at 3.00pm on Tuesday, December 4.

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MIDDLETON, Catherine Sophia (nee Chisholm). 1926 – 2018 Passed away on Friday, November 23, 2018, at Waikiwi Gardens Rest Home, Invercargill. Loved wife of the late Eric Middleton. Loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. In accordance with Catherine’s wishes, a private service has been held. Messages to Katrina Moore, 27 Winton Wreys Bush Highway, RD 3, Winton 9783.

MYERS, Susan (nee Burton). Born Vancouver Island, Canada. The loved wife of the late Donald, mother extraordinaire to Steve, Philip, Lisa, Chris, and Alison. Mother-in-law and friend to Marie, Diane, Cameron, Jennifer, and Deane. Much loved Keeper to grandchildren Alex, Laura, James, Donald, Alice and Amelia. A family service was held at Dil’s Funeral Home, 185 Schnapper Rock Road, Albany, Auckland, on Friday November 30. Susan passed away peacefully on November 27, 2018, aged 85, with her family at Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village. Family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at the village for their wonderful care and support. All communications to the Myers family, C/- PO Box 26297, Epsom, Auckland 1344.

ROBERTSON, Mervyn Robert. Formerly of Mataura, Mervyn passed away on November 29, 2018, in his 76th year, after a courageous battle, at Caloundra, Sunshine Coast, Australia with his loving family by his side, now resting in peace with his Lord. He was deeply loved and cherished by his wife Pam, dearly loved father of Adelynne and Grant, father-in-law of Gary and much loved Poppa of James and Bailey. Loved son of the late Robert and Beatrice Robertson. Also loved son-in-law of the late Harry and Kath Thompson. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Avis and the late Alan Dickie, June and the late Ruskin Galt, Eric and the late Elsa Smyth. Cherished and loved by his many nieces and nephews. Forever in Our Hearts Messages to: Saltwater Apartments, 11/99 Birtinya Boulevard, Birtinya, Qld, Australia 4575.

TALL, Isabella Muir. On November 27, 2018, Mum passed away. Dearly loved wife of the late Edwin Tall* and Gilbert Bain*. Wee Mum of Lynette and the late Michael*. Mum-in-law to the late Jock Hart*, Grandma to Justin Hart, and loved sister-in-law to Joyce* and Tony King, and Jo and Rosemary* Van Empel. Combined memorial service for Ed and Isa to be held at Kingdom Hall Jehovah’s Witnesses, 141 Factory Road, Mosgiel, on Wednesday, December 5, at 2.00pm. Messages to 1 Murray Street, Mosgiel.
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TIPLADY, Colin. Passed away at Hospice Southland on Friday 30th November 2018; aged 81 years. Absolutely loved and adored husband of Lynne. Amazing and proud dad of Donna, Duane, Mike, Nikki, and Phoebe. Much loved father-in-law of Janice, Steven, and Shannan. Beautiful young at heart Grandfather of Ajia, Renée, Genevive, and Joy, beloved brother and brother-in-law of Jim* and Val*, Margaret and Arthur*, Nancy* and Ken*,
Nora* and Colin*, Leslie and Toss*, Peggy and Lance*, son-in-law of Peter and Lorraine, Maureen and Jo and family, Stephen, Mark and Lee and families (Auckland), loved son-in-law of Frank and Joanie Reese (Baltimore) and family Latisha, Frankie and Cathy, Audrey, Doug and families (Invercargill). “A kind and beautiful man Always in our hearts The family and extended families and friends Will always cherish the precious memories shared” “With Love Always” A service will be held in the Southland Crematorium
Chapel Rockdale Road, Invercargill on Monday 3 December at 2.00pm. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Southland will be greatly appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 201 Pomona Street, Invercargill 9812. avenalpark.co.nz

Acknowledgement

AFFLECK, Wayne Bryon. The Affleck Family has truly appreciated and been overwhelmed by all your expressions of sympathy, thoughtful gestures and support received in our loss of Wayne. Thank you for visiting, sharing stories which made us laugh and cry, for sending flowers and cards, bringing food, for paying tribute to Wayne through social media and for attending Wayne’s funeral. We would like to acknowledge the Medical Teams in Invercargill, Dunedin and Christchurch Hospitals for their care and support throughout Wayne’s treatment. To Fraser and Sons, we appreciated your respectful care of Wayne including the arrangements associated with bringing Wayne home from Christchurch. To Sharyn Payne who lead our funeral planning evening and the funeral service. You ensured everyone was included in this process and your ability to transform our stories and memories into a wonderful tribute to Wayne will be treasured by us always. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement of our thanks to you all.

SAMUEL, Jesse Thomas. On behalf of the Samuel, Walker and Davidson families, we wish to thank everyone who has supported us with kindness as we all come to terms with the loss our beautiful boy Jesse, a special and much loved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend. Thank you to our amazing friends, relatives and neighbours and to those who travelled some distance to be with us. To our wonderful community who has supported us all in so many ways, from filling the pantry, to flowers, cards, phone calls, messages and that comforting hug. To the emergency services, thank you. A special thank you to Lynley, John and Affinity Funerals and to Dave Ramsay for the compassionate and respectful send off for Jess. To the Alexandra Primary School for your loving tributes, guard of honour and your continuing support to our children, alongside Dunstan High School and The Terrace. To our mates with their classic cars for driving our families to farewell our boy. The Alexandra Bowling Club and ladies and to those who helped with all the wee things that made everything a little easier, thank you. We have all been touched in different ways by our Jess and he leaves a massive hole in our families, the continuing support is softening our breaking hearts. Please accept this as a personal acknowledgement of our thanks to you all.
“Every life touches this world in a way no others can, leaving not only wonderful memories but lasting imprints on our lives.”

SAMUEL, Jesse Thomas. Justine, together with all the family, would love to thank so many people for their support after the tragic loss of our very own legend, Jesse. The support has been truly amazing and we would like you to accept this as a personal acknowledgment of our gratitude and thankfulness. Affinity funerals for their care and support and Dave, for pulling off the best day for our boy. Vincent Holdings for their expertise in the design of Jesse’s personalised snowboard. The lovely talented lady who made the most personalised and thoughtful flower arrangement in true ‘Jesse’ style. To the owners and drivers of all the awesome cars for the day. To the people who dropped everything to come and bring our family home from Haast. Alexandra Primary School staff, parents and students, our family doctor for the after hours visits and my lovely ‘hair’ ladies. To my top best friends and family, you have been there 24/7 and never forget a thing! To all the people who have messaged, sent flowers, cards and given food or hugs, it has been truly amazing. We would love to thank you all in person but the list is far too big. We appreciate it all so much and it has helped us during the most unimaginable time. We have such an amazing community, so please accept our thanks and gratitude from the bottom of our hearts. XXXX

WHIPPS, John Robin (Aussie). Judy, Daryl and Wanda, Donna and Steve and families wish to express their heartfelt thanks to all family and friends for the love and support following the recent passing of John. We were overwhelmed with flowers, food, cards and messages. We would like to thank the staff at Gore Hospital for their kindness and care of John. Special thanks to Gore RSA and St Johns Ambulance Gore. A very special thank you to Sharron and David from Macdonald & Weston Funeral Home for the love, care and guidance. Please accept this as a personal thank you.

In Memoriam

PHILLIPS, Trevor George. A dear husband, father, father-in-law and grandfather passed away on December 1, 2017. Nothing can ever take away the love a heart holds dear,
Fond memories linger every day, remembrance keeps him near. With love – his loving wife Elsie and family xx

Funeral Notices – Saturday 1st December

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