McCULLOCH, David Marston
5.6.1930 — 24.5.2023
We are sad to announce the passing of our loved Father. Loved husband of Noelene (since passed). Loved father to Dawne, Karen, Kerry, Jan and John. A much loved Pop of 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Rowena Jackson’s and Dawn Acker. No flowers please, cards can be sent to 15 Albert St, Gladstone, Invercargill 9810. A private family memorial service will be held.
TAYLOR, Lee Glenn
On Wednesday 24 May 2023 at Waikato Hospital after a short illness. Beloved partner of Kat Donald and father to Ezra and Matthias. Much loved son of Richard & Susan (Paku) and brother of Teresa, brother-in-law of Brian Robinson and much loved uncle and great-uncle. A service to celebrate the life of Lee will be held on Sunday, 28th May 2023, at 2.00pm, at Simply Funerals Waikato, 388 Wairere Drive, Te Rapa, Hamilton. We would like to thank the staff in the HDU and Oncology Unit at Waikato Hospital for their care of Lee. To leave a tribute or watch live stream visit Lee’s page www.simplycremations.co.nz...
HOFFMAN, Stephen John (Steve)
On Friday, May 26, 2023, peacefully at Radius Fulton Rest Home, Dunedin, aged 68, with his loving Family at his side. Further details to be advised in Tuesday’s Southland Times.
McDOUGALL, Carol Jean (nee Lawry)
Peacefully passed on May 26, 2023, aged 76 years. Dearly loved wife of David for 55 years, a cherished mum and mum-in-law of Martine and Brent Jackson, and Alastair. An adored grandma of Ethan and Isaac. A much loved Daughter of the late James and Norris Lawry, and sister of Sylvia, and Alan, and the late Hilary and Margaret. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Carol McDougall, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of Carol’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Wednesday, May 31, at 2.00pm. Private Cremation thereafter.
KERSE, Barbara Ann (formerly Milligan)(nee Mason)
On Wednesday, May 17, 2023, at Annaliese Haven Rest Home, Kaiapoi, in her 83rd year. Dearly loved wife of John. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Jackie and Paul Murch (Broadford, Australia), Andy and Megan Milligan (Gold Coast, Australia) and mother of Megan Milligan (North Lakes, Brisbane, Australia). Loved sister and sister-in-law of Shirley and Ray Toomey, the late Allison and John Morton, the late Beverley Kortman, Glenys and the late Peter Rogers; Neville and Trish Mason, Ronald and Jenny Mason; and sister of Raylene. Much loved Nana of Chris, Lauren, Travis and Caleb, also loved Nana of her great-grandchildren. To the nursing staff of Annaliese Haven Rest Home, thank you for the loving care you provided to Barbara. Messages to Kerse Family, c/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440. A Memorial Service will be held to celebrate Barbara’s life at The Rangiora RSA, Victoria Street, Rangiora, on Friday, June 2 at 2.00pm.
POLASCHEK, Maureen Dawn(nee Hoffman)
Aged 86, of Invercargill. Passed away after a short illness on Friday, May 26, 2023. Dearly loved wife of the late David. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Kevin and Derelle, the late Toni, and Wayne Kuiti, and Brent and Amy. Loved Nana to Alex and Carla; Hayden, Kaleb and Jordan; Oliver and Joseph. Loved great-Nana. Loved sister, sister-in-law and Aunty. Family wish to sincerely thank the staff of Cargill Court for their care and compassion. A service to celebrate Maureen’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, corner Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at 10.30am. A private interment will follow. Messages to 2 Fraser Street. Invercargill 9810. or to Maureen’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes
MOORE, Robert John (Blakie)
23.3.1938 — 26.5.2023
Passed away peacefully at Kew Hospital, Invercargill, on May 26, 2023, surrounded by family. Dearly loved husband of Alice Moore (Roxburgh) for 65 years. Loved Dad of Wayne Moore and Lianne Toomey (Takaka), Sandra and Dale Paikea, (Heriot), Leonie Moore*, Nelleta Moore and Karl Anderson (Blenheim), Colin Moore, Yvonne Hoskins and Stephen Dodds, Heather and Neil Rae, (all of Boddington, WA), Paul Moore*, Stuart Moore and Esther Mitchell (Mosgiel). Loved and cherished Grandad Blakie of all his grand, great-grand and great-great-grandchildren.
“Will be dearly missed”
Funeral details to follow. Messages to 250 Roxburgh East Road, RD1, Roxburgh 9571.
(*denotes deceased)
COLE, Christopher Desmond
Passed away at home, aged 76 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Helen, and loving father and father-in-law of Jason and Amanda, Simon and Joanna, and a treasured “Poppa” to Mila, Ayilo, Phoebe, and Monty. Messages may be addressed to ‘The Cole Family’, C/- 19 London St, Richmond, Christchurch. A celebration of Christopher’s life will be held at the Beckenham Methodist Church, 83 Malcolm Avenue, Beckenham, Christchurch, on Wednesday, May 31, at 1.30pm.
CHAMPNESS, Russell Bernard
Russell passed away peacefully on May 26, 2023, aged 85. Loved husband of his late wife Annette. A special Dad to Sue and Craig, father-in law to Numa and Jid, Granddad to Tash, Stephanie, Dalice, Cameron and Granddad Russell to Zachary and Violet. A loved friend and companion of Maggie. Russell’s enthusiasm for fun and adventure will be sadly missed by those who knew him. A celebration of Russell’s life will be held at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside, Tutanekai Street, Rotorua, on Monday, May 29, 2023, at 2.00pm. Messages to the Champness Family, C/- PO Box 461, Rotorua 3040.
MOORE, Robert John
Dearly loved son of Nell* and Arthur* Moore. Loved brother of Mary and Ian* Crossan (Roxburgh), Lorna and Tommy* Waide (Twizel), Iris* and Bill* Anderton (Milton), Arthur and Jenny* Moore (Roxburgh), Brian* and Carol Moore (Mosgiel), Ross and Trish Moore (Temuka), Betty and John* Maxwell (Oamaru), Bobby and Kaye Moore (Clydevale), Raylene and John Altenburg (Milton), Eleanor* and Alister Yeoman (Ashburton), Garry Moore and Piki Hawkins (Roxburgh) and Ronnie Moore (Roxburgh), loved uncle of his many nieces and nephews.
(*denotes deceased)
STANTON, Ivan Douglas
After a short illness, died peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, on May 24, 2023, aged 77 years. Beloved husband and soulmate of Fay for 54 years, adored father and father-in-law of Carmen and Nic, Alana and Jason, Marlow and Erin, treasured grandad to Sebastian and Matilda, Alex, Kora and Larkin. Thank you to the teams at Christchurch Hospital and Cashmere Health for their care and support. Messages may be addressed to The Family of Ivan Stanton, C/ PO Box 39127, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made online to St. Johns at stjohn.org.nz/support-us/donate. The Service to celebrate Ivan’s life will be held at our Christchurch Crematorium Chapel, 65 Vickerys Road, Wigram, on Wednesday, May 31, at 2.00pm.
STUDHOLME, Wayne Robert
On Thursday, May 25, 2023, unexpectedly at work and doing what he loved, a day after celebrating his 59th birthday. A well loved father to his two sons, James, and Duncan. Loved son of George (dec) and Doris Studholme (Wanaka). Loved partner of Kathryn Macgregor.
Wayne will be missed by many
The family sincerely thank St John, the Police and Christchurch Hospital teams for all that they did for Wayne. Messages to the Studholme family, c/- PO Box 10345, Christchurch 8145. A private cremation will take place and a memorial service will be held at a later date.
HARVEY, Anthony David (Tony)
On May, 25, 2023, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by his whnau, aged 60 years. Dearly loved husband of Ngaire, much loved Dad of Peter, Ryan, Jade, and Mariah. Loved son of David and Kathleen, loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and a caring friend to many. In lieu of flowers donations to Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand would be appreciated and may be made online at
EYNON, Daniel Michael Te Rahui
Peacefully at home in New Plymouth, aged 41. For service details please visit Daniel’s tribute page at eagars.co.nz/daniel.
LORIGAN, Kenneth Alfred (Ken)
Reg. No. 41956, Bombardier Battery 161 Vietnam
Passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on Friday, 26th May 2023, aged 75 years. Dearly loved husband of Sheryl. Adored father of 7 children. Loved Grandgrad, and Great-Grandgrad. Respected Pillar in the Te Awamutu Community. A celebration of Ken’s life will be held at Te Awamutu Bible Chapel, 110 Chapel Drive, Te Awamutu, on Thursday, 1st June 2023, at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation. Donations to Veterans’ Affairs New Zealand would be appreciated and may be left at the service. All communications to the Lorigan Family, c/- 262 Ohaupo Road, Te Awamutu 3800.
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