DENOVAN, Peter Maurice
Pete passed away on the Gold Coast on May 24, 2023. Oldest son of Maurice and Iris Denovan. Loved brother of Wayne, Linda, Wendy and Philip. Messages to Wendy Redmond, 879 Miles Road, RD 1, Darfield 7571.
COULSTON, Ronald John (Ron)
Passed away after a long and courageous battle, surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, June 8, 2023, aged 75 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Trish. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Debbie and Bruce, Tony and Vanessa, and Vicki and Brett. Loved Grandad Ron of Brooke; Jessica and Thomas; Meghan and Logan, and great-grandad Ron of Maisie. Loved brother of Bill, and brother in law of Jenny and Brian. Special long term friend of John Alexander. Family wish to sincerely thank the amazing team at Hospice Southland and Peacehaven Village for their dedication and respect shown to Ron and family. Donations for Hospice Southland would be greatly appreciated and can be left at the service. A service to celebrate Ron’s life will be held on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 1.30pm, in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, Corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill. Private interment at Eastern Cemetery will follow. Messages to 10 Hastings Street, Invercargill or to Ron’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
WILSON, John McVean
Died peacefully and with family on Wednesday June 7, 2023 at Arvida, St Albans after a short illness, aged 88. Dearly loved husband of Pamela Wilson (MNZM, deceased), father of Mark, Debra and Marisa, and father-in-law of Kathy and John. In accordance with John’s wishes we will celebrate his life privately with family, without a funeral. The family would appreciate any tributes to John in the form of donations to his favourite charities
DAVIES, Ian Andrew
Ian passed away peacefully at Timaru Hospital on June 6, 2023, in his 55th year, surrounded by his loving family. Dearly loved second son of Mary and Alan, loved brother and brother-in-law of Brian, Chris and Sarah, Glyn and Jessie. Loved and adored fun uncle of Saraya, Rhiannon, Connor, Bailey, Lucy and Bella. Special thanks to doctors and staff of the Surgical Unit for their wonderful care and understanding. As per Ian’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages for Ian’s family may be posted to the Davies Family, C/- 26 King Street, Temuka 7920.
STEVENS, Gregory Albert
It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Greg. Tragically taken from us on 27th May 2023, in his 60th year. Much loved and cherished eldest son of Gordon and Sheila. Older brother of Pamela and Allan (deceased), and husband to Caroline. Son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle and step-grandad. You’ll be forever in our hearts and thoughts Greg. You’re now reunited with your younger brother. We would like to thank family and friends for their support and who gathered around us during this sad time.
LITHGOW, John Vivian
On Tuesday 6 June 2023, as the result of an accident. Aged 75 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Liz. Much loved father and father-in-law of Daniel and Elena (Italy), Andrew (Brisbane), and Kate and David Wilson (South Carolina). Beloved Koro of Ada, Indi, and Quinn. A loved brother, brother-in-law, and uncle. Messages to the Lithgow family may be sent c/- 167 John F Kennedy Dr, Palmerston North 4414. In lieu of flowers a donation to St John Ambulance would be greatly appreciated. Friends are invited to attend a service for John to be held at the Beauchamp Chapel, 167 John F Kennedy Dr, Palmerston North, on Friday, 16 June 2023 at 2.00pm. The service may be viewed online at www.beauchamp.co.nz...
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JOHNSON, Eileen Isobel
On June 8, 2023, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 95 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Fred, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul (deceased), Phil and Tiffany, much loved Granny of Matt and Jodi, Nicki and Jarrod, Simon and Nic, Olivia, and Luke, and great-Granny of Maddie, Mila, Ollie, Sophie, Thea, and Rosa. Special thanks to the team at Chatswood Retirement Village, and Ward 24 at Christchurch Hospital for their care and support. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Eileen Johnson, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Service to celebrate Eileen’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside on Thursday, June 15, at 10.00am.
BAIN, Diane Wood
On Thursday, 8 June 2023 at Bupa Whitby Rest Home, with family by her side. Aged 88 years. Dearly loved wife of the late John. Mum of Craig & Sonya, Karen & Ted, Darren & Hannah and Lisa. Much loved by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank her friends and family at Bupa Whitby for their kindness and loving care of Diane. A private cremation has been held.
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FALCONER, Thomas (Tom)
Unexpectedly, but peacefully, on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at Gore Hospital, aged 94 years young. Dearly loved husband of the late Marion for 65 years, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Andrew and Gaye, Deborah and David, very much loved Grandad Tom of Thomas, Emma and Doug Caldwell, Sarah and Matt McClintock, much loved Great-Grandfather of Archie Caldwell, much loved brother and brother-in-law of Helen and Dick* McClurg, John and Ruth* Falconer, Jean and Gerald* Wragg, Elizabeth (Libby) and Dave* Cunningham, Heather and Don* Ellison, Isobel and Eric May, Angus* and Nola Falconer; loved brother-in-law of Hugh* Todd, and Betty Goessi, and loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A service for Tom will be held in St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Ardwick Street, Gore, on Wednesday, June 14 at 11.00am, followed by a Private Cremation. Tom’s service may be viewed on livestream
HALL, Isla Ethel (nee McKinlay)
Passed away peacefully on 4 June 2023, supported by her loving husband, Graeme. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Elizabeth and Carey, Martin and Michelle, Cameron, Alastair and Sally. Cherished grandmother of Max, Victoria, Nicolas, Alex, Kate, Kattareya, Julius, Gabriella, Cambria, Tavish and McKinlay. Special thanks to all the incredible staff at Julia Wallace Retirement Village for their support of Isla in recent years. A family celebration of Isla’s life was held in Palmerston North on 8 June 2023.
“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear.”
TOWNSHEND, William (Bruce)
Sadly passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023. Aged 91. Dearly Loved husband of Margaret for 67 years. Loved father and father-in-law of Paul and Michelle, Blair and Trish, and Greig. Cherished Grandad and great-grandad of all his grand and great-grandchildren. The Family would like to thank St John’s and Timaru Public Hospital staff for their kindness and support in the care of our Dad. Messages to Bruce’s family may be posted to the Townshend Family, C/- 26 King Street, Temuka 7920. A Service to celebrate Bruce’s life will be held at the Galbraith Chapel on Tuesday, June 13 at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation.
BLAIR, Edward James (Jim)
Peacefully at Windsorcare, Christchurch, formerly of Wellington, and a proud Old Boy of Christchurch Boys High School. Loved eldest son of Ted and Joan Blair (dec), brother and brother-in-law of Kevin (Ike, dec), Peter (Rusty, dec) and Barbara, The Rev’d Malcolm Harris (dec) and Dawn. Thanks to Golden Age Retirement Village and Windsorcare for their care and support for Jim. At Jim’s request his ashes will be interred at Mohikinu Cemetery, Buller District at a date to be advised.
SIM, Ian Bowen (Physiotherapist)
On Thursday, June 8, 2023, peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, aged 87 years. Loved husband of Edith for 64 years. Loved Dad and father-in-law of Eleanor, Stewart and Angela, Janet, Alastair and Lisa, and Jonny and Sarah. Adored Grandad of Amelia, Alyssa, Josh, James, Thomas, Lillie, Josh, Lauren, Nick, Michael, Matthew, and Peter. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Ian Sim, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The celebration of Ian’s life will be held in our Rangiora Chapel, Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Monday, June 12, at 2.30pm.
I have run a good race and
the finish is in sight.
DIAS, Nalini (Dr.)
Passed away peacefully on 7th of June 2023. Dearly beloved mother of Aruna and Sharmila Dias, precious wife of the late Dr. Piyasiri Dias, cherished grandmother of Siyala, Surya, Samantha and Katerina. A lifetime of kindness, compassion and charity will be remembered at a service at Lychgate Funeral Home, Willis Street on Monday 12th June at 1.30pm, thereafter a private cremation.
May the Triple Gem bless her and may she attain the supreme peace of Nibbana.
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RUDDELL, Roderick Claude Stewart
RNZN17172
25.6.1943 — 8.6.2023
Peacefully at Dunedin Hospital. Loved husband of Robyn. Loved father of Robert*, Mark*, Nicola* and Gina. Loving Grandad and Great- Grandad. Loved brother of Cushla Revel*, Walter, Roger and Mac Wilkinson. Loved brother-in-law and uncle. At Rod’s request, a cremation has been held. A memorial service will be held at the Presbyterian Church, Church Street, Mosgiel, on June 24, 2023, at 1.00pm. Messages to 82 Gladstone Road North, Mosgiel Dunedin.
(*denotes deceased)
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