COBURN, Frances Eleanor (née Salmon)
Suddenly on May 10, 2023, aged 73 years. Dearly loved wife of Gary, much loved Mum and mother-in-law of David and Andrea, Andrea and Josh, devoted Nanna of Grace, Isla, Harry, and Gethin. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Frances Coburn, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of Frances’ life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Thursday, May 18, at 10.00am, private cremation thereafter.
RICHARDSON, Joan Mary
On May 7, 2023, in Christchurch. Passed away peacefully, now in the presence of her dear Lord and Saviour. Born June 4, 1935, to Frederick and Lily Niblett on the Isle of Wight UK. Much loved wife of the late Colin Richardson of Portsmouth UK. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Kevin and Emma Richardson, Ian and Kaye Richardson, Clive and Karen Richardson, and Jane and Lester Zonneveld. Devoted Grandma of Monique, Chloe, Sarah and George, Kirstie and Masashi, Daniel, Mary and Gina. Our sincere thanks to the staff at Summerset at Wigram for their care and support. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Joan Richardson, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers donations to the Starship Foundation would be appreciated and may be made directly online at
SIMONS, Dawn Lillian (nee Boa)
On April 12, 2023, in Sydney Australia, after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer. Beloved mother of Charlotte, loved wife of Wayne (Dec), and sister of Lindsay (Dec), Alistair and Malcolm. Messages c/- A. Boa, PO Box 27-277, The Palms, Christchurch 8640.
MURRAY, Elaine(Traynor)
Loved sister and sister-in-law of Evelyn* and Charley*, Colleen and Ivan*, Jenny and Dick*, Pat and Barb; Lynnie* and Doug*, Ann* and Geoff, Cam*, Barb* and Nick* and Aunt of all her nieces and nephews. Messages to 9 Ferntree Drive, Wakari, Dunedin 9010.
(* denotes deceased)
MURRAY, Elaine
Peacefully at home with her family on May 10, 2023, aged 91. Dearly loved wife of the late Blair. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Lynne and Laurie Rangi, Grant and Rita, and Jan. Much loved and treasured Nana and Nana G of Kim, Sian, Renee and Tarryn; Alex and Jarrod; Carmel and Caley; Jackson and Lena; Sophie, Will and Georgia; Maleika and Lockie. A funeral service to celebrate Elaine’s life will be held at St Francis Xavier, 27 Benhar Street, Dunedin, on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at 1.30pm followed by interment at Green Park Cemetery with Blair. Special thanks to the Otago Community Hospice nurses and district nurses for their gentleness and care shown to our Mum.
“Lookout Dad, party’s over, Mum’s coming to try and keep you in line again.”
Gillions Funeral Services
FDANZ / NZIFH
WALLACE, Lloyd John
Lloyd passed away suddenly in Australia on April 29, 2023. Loved husband of Judy; Father and father-in-law of Amy-Lauren and Nathan, Ryan and Elizabeth, and step-father and father-in-law of Aimee and Colin. Loved Grandad and Matey of Layla and Liam; Jed, Clark and Annie; James. Loved brother and brother-law of Laurence and Mary, and Christine and Peter. A private cremation has been held.
LEWINGTON, Glenda Joan
Passed away unexpectedly at Christchurch Hospital, on Sunday, May 7, 2023, aged 59. Dearly loved youngest daughter of the late Marcel and Paulene. Much loved sister of Martin, Robert, and Felipa. Special thanks to the staff at NZ Community Living for their wonderful care. Messages to the Lewington family, c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145. A private service for Glenda has been held.
HOLDEN, Ruth Mary
22.7.71934 — 10.5.2023
Passed peacefully at Hospice Southland with family on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. Dearly loved Wife, Sister, Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. A private cremation has been held. A memorial service for Ruth will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill, on Tuesday, May 16, at 1.00pm. Messages to 152B King Street, Windsor, Invercargill 9810.
GERRISH, Robert Edward (Bob)
Passed away 10 May, 2023. Aged 77 years. Dearly loved brother of Mary, brother-in-law of Ian, loved uncle of Leah and Gordon, and great-uncle of Cameron. Funeral at Seddon Park Funeral Home at 10.00am on Monday 15 May.
KEYES, Rev. Fr Thomas Gerard (Father Tom)
M.B.E.
On Wednesday, May 10, 2023, in his 95th year. Dearly loved son of the late Thomas and Nellie Keyes. Dearly loved brother and uncle.
R.I.P.
Requiem Mass will be held at St Mary’s Basilica Catholic Church, Tyne Street, Invercargill at 11.00am, on Monday, May 15. Private thereafter. Vigil service 6.00pm, Sunday at the Church. Tributes may be left on Father Tom’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a live stream of the Requiem Mass will also be available.
BALL, Ernest Stephen (Ernie) (JP)
Passed away peacefully on May 8, 2023, at Summerset at Bishopscourt. Loved husband of the late Pat, and a much loved father of the late Jacqueline. At Ernie’s request, a private cremation has been held.
Gillions Funeral Services
FDANZ / NZIFH
CROZIER, Rosalie Joy
Peacefully, with family at Elderslea, on 9 May 2023. Loved wife of the late Bob; mother and mother-in-law of Richard and Marguerite, Carolyn and Mark, Angela and Chris; grandmother of Deehan, Logan, Jordan; Luke, Thaylia, Abigail; Danielle, Tracey and Justyn; great-grandmother of Beauden, Connor, Jasmine, Levi and Cohen. In accordance with her wishes, a private family gathering has been held.
JENKINS, Deborah Anne (Debs)
On Monday, May 8, 2023, tragically at Christchurch; aged 56 years. Loving mother of Shania and Jay. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Alberta and David (Sydney), Marion (Invercargill), Janet and Bob (Rangiora), Darryl and Julia (Invercargill), Sonia, Harold and Alana. A loved Aunt of all her nieces and nephews. Grateful thanks to St John emergency services for their quick response and perseverance and to Pegasus Bay Transport for their care and support. Messages to the Jenkins family, c/- PO Box 111-01, Christchurch 8443. A service to celebrate Deb’s life will be held in the Harewood Crematorium Chapel, Wilkinsons Road, Harewood, on Tuesday, May 16 at 2.30pm.
STANFIELD, Frances (Fran)
Passed away on 11 May 2023. Loved wife of the late Laurie Stanfield. Mother to Bruce and Angela. Nana to Jamie, Daniel and Satine. In accordance with her wishes, a private farewell will be held. All communications to Simply Funerals, PO Box 10356, Te Rapa, Hamilton.
HAWKINS, Margaret Joyce(formerly Bolitho)(née Stone)
Joyce passed away peacefully on May 8, 2023 at Coastal View; in her 95th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Stan Hawkins, and the late Vic Bolitho. Much loved mum of Grant, Kevin, and Karen; mother-in-law of Wendy and Neroli; Grandma of Sally, Matthew, Petra, and Callum; and great-grandmother of James. Loved and respected stepmother to Valerie and Jan, and their extended families. Special thanks go to the dedicated staff at Coastal View for their care and support. According to Joyce’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to
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