ROBBIE, Ann
Q.S.M.
Surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at Hospice Southland. After a determined struggle. Ann is dearly loved by her husband Peter and her sons; Stewart; Doug and Jen, Liam, Reid and Ella (Te Anau); Logan and Tarryn, and Maddi; and her sisters and sister-in- law; Pamela, Michael*, Callahan (Quarry Hills) Heather and Brendon Fahey (Tokanui); and Nancy* Robbie. Ann is a dearly loved Aunt of her nieces and nephews. A celebration of Ann’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr. Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, at 11.00am, on Tuesday, January 31. Ann will then be laid to rest at the Forest Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the McKenzie War Memorial may be left at the service. Messages to 159 Breeze Road, Ryal Bush 6 RD, Invercargill 9876, and tributes may be left on Ann’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a live stream of the service will also be available.
(*Denotes deceased)
THOMPSON, John Alfred Dunstan
It is with great sadness, John passed away on January 25, 2023, surrounded by friends and family. Dearly loved and treasured dad of Vania, and the late Peter, Kalena, and James. Dearly loved granddad John of Kalena, and Liam, and his great-grandchildren Malakai, Florencia, Zayden, and Kyarne.
Friend to many
Gone Fishing
A funeral service for John will be held at Betts Funeral Services, 33 North Street, Timaru, on Tuesday, January 31, at 2.00pm. Livestream of the service can be viewed via the following link www.betts.co.nz... John’s burial will be held at the Waimate Cemetery on Wednesday, February 1, at 1.00pm. Messages to the Thompson family, c/- PO Box 772, Timaru 7940.
SCHUMACHER, Jayne Maree
Jayne’s family are deeply saddened to announce that she passed away at home surrounded by her family on Thursday 19 January 2023 in her 60th year. Most dearly loved wife and best friend of Paul for over forty years, cherished Mum and mum-in-law to Emma and Malakai, Lydia and Alister, and Lewis and Jess. Adored Grandma of Millie, Harvey, Levi and Caleb. Jayne’s life was celebrated with a private gathering on Monday 23 January, as per her wishes. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice Taranaki in Jayne’s memory (15-3948-0365008-080).
LEWIS, Gordon Michael
On January 23, 2023, passed away peacefully at ICU, Christchurch Hospital, with his family by his side, after the result of an accident, aged 78 years. Dearly loved husband of Lyndell. Much loved father and father-in-law of Nicki and Tim, Greg and Christine, and Trudy. Adored grandad of Gemma, and Georgia. Loved brother of Judy, and special uncle of Rebecca (deceased) Stefan, and Sam.
“Will be sadly missed and forever in our hearts”
Special thanks to everyone at Ellesmere Speedway who helped, Emergency Services who attended, and all the staff at ICU Christchurch Hospital for the compassion, respect, and kindness shown to Gordon after his accident. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Gordon Lewis, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service to Celebrate Gordon’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Tuesday, January 31, at 2.00pm, thereafter private cremation.
STEVENSON, Donald Noel
Sailed away surrounded by family at Te Rangimarie Hospice, on Tuesday 24 January 2023, aged 80 years. Dearly loved husband of Jocelyn for 57 years. Treasured dad of Shelley, Lyndal, Janine and Jason. Special grandad of Braden, Damon (dec), Jordan, Terence, Jayden, Rhys, and partners. Pappa No.1 to Hart and Romeo. A memorial service to celebrate Don’s life will be held at the Paritutu Bowling Club, St Aubyn Street, New Plymouth, on Monday 30 January 2023, at 11.00am.
BURGESS, Joan Loris
On 24 January 2023, peacefully at her home as she wished, aged 82 years. Beloved wife for 64 years of John, treasured mum of Susan, Bryan, Jannet, Paul and the late Rick, loved Gma, Grandma and Joan to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Joan is the Queen of our family. A service to celebrate Joan’s life will be held at the Taranaki Crematorium Chapel, Junction Road, New Plymouth, on Tuesday 31 January 2023, at 1pm.
MAKEIG, Margaret Merle
On January 15, 2023, peacefully at Bupa Crofton Downs. Aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Wayne; Loved mother and mother-in-law of Duncan and Andrea, Sally and Paul; Very much loved Nana of Lucy, and Harry; Eleanor, Beatrice, and William. Thanks to the wonderful staff of Bupa Crofton Downs for their wonderful care. Messages to “the Makeig family” may be placed in Margaret’s tribute book at www.tributes.co.nz... or posted C/- PO Box 14-366, Kilbirnie. In accordance with Margaret’s wishes, a private service has been held.
CLIFFIN, Kenneth George
On January 15, 2023, after a short illness, Ken passed peacefully away at home surrounded by his family, aged 87 years. Much loved husband and best friend of Patricia for 64 years. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Sue and Greg Ellis, Joanne Ward, and the late Mark Cliffin. Adored grandfather of Katie and Dan, Andrew and Emma, Stephanie and Simon, Amanda and Josh, Simon and Rosa, and Sam and Catherine. Proud great-grandad of Scarlett, Arthur, Charlie, George, Oliver, Sullivan, William, and Florence. A Celebration of Ken’s life will be held at his home, in the garden he loved, on Saturday, January 28, at 2.00pm.
PACKER, Alanna (nee Ryan)
Of Waikanae, previously of Christchurch. Passed away peacefully at Wellington Hospital on Thursday, January 19, 2023, shortly before her 97th birthday. Much beloved and treasured Mum to Paula, and Tim & Justine. Cherished Nana to Matthew and Sam, Molly & Mitch, and Malcolm. Adored aunty to all her nieces and nephews and their children. In accordance with Alanna’s wishes, a private family service has taken place.
"We love you and
we will miss you."
McKENZIE, Terri-Anne
Passed away at Christchurch Hospital on December 28, 2022, aged 48. A wonderful mother to Amber and Sitivi, a much-loved and admired daughter of Andy McKenzie and Jocelyn Kirk, and a cherished sister to Greig, Sara and Marcus. Friends and family, please meet to celebrate the life of this warm, generous, and courageous woman at Gillions Chapel, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin, at 11.00am on Saturday, January 28, 2023.
Gillions Funeral Services
FDANZ NZIFH
LYON, Helen Jean
Passed away peacefully at Hospice Marlborough, on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. Aged 68 years. Dearly loved wife of Merv, cherished mother of Clinton, adored grandmother of Theo. Loved sister of Mike, Sue (deceased), Judy and Gina; sister-in-law of Yvonne and Graham. A special thanks to the staff of St John, Wairau Hospital and Hospice Marlborough. Messages may be sent to 25A Rata Place, Witherlea, Blenheim 7201. In lieu of flowers, a donation to St John would be appreciated and may be made online to a/c 12-3167-0165142-00 Ref. LYON. In accordance with Helen’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place.
EVANS, Lenard Hugh
9.10.1932 — 20.1.2023
Loved husband of Valmai*. Father and father-in-law to Coralie and Trev, Heather and Stan, Ardine and Andrew. Poppa to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Eldest son of Arden* and Eliza* Evans of the Pourakino Valley Riverton. Brother and Brother-in-Law to Charlie*, George* and Jean, Nancy* and Gus*, Key* and Stan*, Robin and Bryan, Harrold. Uncle to his nieces and nephews. We
will celebrate Lens life at the Ascot Hotel, invitation only. Messages to Coralie Evans, 31 Renoir Drive, Rolleston.
*Denotes deceased.
ROGERS, Barbara
Gracefully at Taranaki Base Hospital, New Plymouth, on Saturday 21st January 2023 surrounded by her loving family, Barbara entered her eternal rest in her 90th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Fred. Cherished and adored mum of Sylvia, Brian, Fred and Jacqui, Eileen, Len and Deirdre, Carmen and Craig, Paul and Jalane. Very much loved gran and nana to her 20 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. A Requiem Mass to celebrate Barbara’s life will be held at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Hawera, on Thursday 26th January 2023 commencing at 11.00am, after which she will be laid to rest with Fred at the Manaia Cemetery. For those unable to attend, a recording of Barbara’s funeral will be on her tribute page at https
JONES, Shirley (nee Higgie)
1930 — 2022
Much loved Mum of Warren, Graeme, Mark and Brent, and their families. A gathering to remember and celebrate her life will be held on Sunday 19th February 2023. Phone Warren 0276505020 or Vicki 0210317735 before 9th February for details.
SIFFLEET, Ian Barry
Passed peacefully at Te Rangimarie Hospice on 18th January 2023 aged 86. Loved partner of Barbara Burd. Loved by Greg, Chris, Lisa, Tracey. Loved grandad of Tarryn & Dayle, Jaxon & Alani.
RIP Ian
A special thank you to the staff at Te Rangimarie Hospice for all their love and support.
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