Alexander King

KING Alexander Steven (Alex) Peacefully, with his family by his side at Southland Hospital, aged 94 years young. Alex has finally got to use his creation, delivered safely into the arms of his loving late wife, Lorna, on her 90th heavenly birthday, on Friday, 15 May 2026. Much loved father and father in-law of Stephanie and Richard McPhail, *Scott, Matthew and Melissa, treasured Grandad of Maggie and Hayden, Chelsea and Hamish, Molly and Ethan, Ben and Briana, Ella and Nick, adored Great-Grandad (GG) of Tully, Murphy, and Barney. A real character to the end, a builder, a gold miner, a hard case, an inventor and a man whose adventures are finally over. He has hung his nail bag up for the last time, leaving behind a lifetime of stories, grit and humor.

"Thanks Dad, for the massive legacy you have left us all,

forever remembered by all who loved him"

A service to celebrate Alex's colourful life will be held in the Gore RSA, Bowler Ave, on Wednesday, 20 May, at 1.30 pm, followed by light refreshments. Private cremation thereafter. Donations can be made at the service for the Gore Hospital Staff. Livestream link available www.southernfuneralhome.co.nz. Thank you to the wonderful staff at Gore Hospital, Gore Health, Southland Hospital and Gore Medical Centre, for caring for Alex and supporting his family during this journey. Messages to 202 Broughton Street Gore, 9710. (*denotes deceased)

Livestream available https://vimeo.com/event/5934344