STEVENSON, Daphne Elizabeth (nee Murray), Peacefully at home on Saturday, August 15, 2026, aged 72 years. Cherished wife and best friend of the late Les, dearly loved mum, mother-in-law and Gran of Stu and Claire, Eban, Max, and Leo (Tauranga); Jenny and Ryan McKinnel, Fletcher, Archie, Jada, and Jonty (Dacre). Loving sister and sister-in-law of *Theodore Murray and Gwen Linder, Spencer and Catherine Murray, *Margaret and Bruce Muir, Rosemary and Bob Clarke, Linda and Norma

HAPE, Maia Justine Navua Papakura (nee Reihana) (formerly of Tuturau), In her sleep in Windsor Park Care Home on Monday, August 17, 2026, aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late John, loved Mum and mother-in-law of the late Tony, Justine and Barry McClelland (Gorge Road), Kororia (Mataura), Roimata and Nigel (Mataura), and much loved Taua of her many mokopuna. Maia is at rest for visitors at Southern Funeral Home, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore until Wednesday 19th 9am, when she w

McLEOD, Pauline Mary (nee Griffiths), of Gore. Peacefully at Southland Hospital on Friday, August 14, 2026, aged 78 years. Wife of the late Iain, loved Mum and mother-in-law of *Sandra, Colin and Charlaine Black (Perth), Mark and Victoria (Te Anau), and cherished Nana of Darci. Loved sister and sister-in-law of *John and Karen Griffiths and Colin Pasco (Gore), Sue and Steve Monson (Christchurch), Anne and Muff Douglas (Christchurch), Helen and Russell Hardie (Dipton), and

PEIRCE, Roderick John (Rod), (of Millers Flat), Peacefully at Ribbonwood Country Home on Friday, August 14, 2026 aged 89 years. Loved and cherished husband of Judith (nee Favel) for 65 years, loved Dad and father-in-law of Greg and Erin (Esperance, WA), Richard and Debbie (Waikaka Valley), Darryl and Lynley (Millers Flat), Melanie (Brisbane, QLD), cherished Grandad of Hayden, Tarryn, Janelle; Bridgette, Melissa, Alex, Simon; Steph, Georgie, Leon; Tylah, Jaimee, Sasha; and lo

LAVENDER, Owen Raymond - Peacefully, surrounded byhis loving family at Arvida Care Centre, Queenstown;aged 86 years, on Thursday, August 6, 2026. Dearly loved husband of Colleen,for 61 years, much loved and respected Dad and father-in-law of Andrea andSimon Boyd (Christchurch), Michelle and Dave Bradley (Queenstown), Louise and Michael Hailes (Balfour),adored Granddad of Victoria and Sam; Isabelle, Emma and Dan; Molly, Abby and Isla, loved brother and brother-in-law of Brian

JOHNSON, Trevor – Suddenly, after a short illness, at Arvida Care Centre, Queenstown, on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, aged 94 years. Cherished and deeply loved husband of Molly*. Respected and dearly loved father, father-in-law and best mate of Kevin and Bernadette. Treasured and dearly loved Grandad of Michelle and Hayden, Nicola and Mike, Mike and Kirsten, and Tim. Adored great Grandad of Sophie and Emily; Louie; and Harry and Greer. “In Our Hearts Forever” A much-loved son,

BLACK, Frederick James (Fred) - Peacefully at Elmslie House, Wanaka, on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of Trish O’Neill (Cromwell), and the late Lorraine. Loved Dad of Tanya Black, and Charlene McIntosh, father-in-law of Trevor, and John, adored Grandad of Harry, Ruby; Libby, and Jack, great-Grandad of Freddy, Bryce Aria; Hudson, Reuben, and Reid, respected Fred to the Purdue and O’Neill families. Special thanks to all the Elmslie staff for the

BATTRICK, Suzette Robin - Peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, aged 75 years. Precious wife, best friend, and soulmate of Stephen for 56 years. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Haines and Jayne, Mayson and Louise, Aidan and Rachel, loved and adored Granny of Zaria, Otis; India, Aija; and Zoe. A memorial service to celebrate Suzette’s life will be held in The Cellar Door, 143 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, on Thursday, 20th Augu

OAKLEY, Dieter Andrew (Andy) – Unexpectedly at home, on 25th July, 2026, aged 77 years. Dearly loved, devoted, and joined at the hip husband of Margaret for 55 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Jeannette and Stephen Lynch (Gore), Michael and Ali-ana Oakley (Invercargill), fun loving Grandad and “Grandad Snowball” of all his Grandchildren and great Grandchildren. Loved son-in-law of Noeline* and Claud*, Loved brother and brother-in-law of Robert* and Keithleigh,

HUNTINGTON, Danielle Ann Robbins – Sadly as the result of an accident on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, aged 27 years. Loved and beautiful daughter of Rob and Suzey, much loved sister and best friend of Jessica. Dearly loved grandaughter, niece, cousin and friend of many. Full of compassion and kindness, with the biggest heart. A service of celebration will be held at The Packing Shed, 68 Bolton Road Earnscleugh, on Sunday, 9 August at 1pm. You are encouraged to bring along

MATHIAS, James Ronald (Jim) - Peacefully, at Southland Hospital, on Saturday, 25 July 2026, aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of Lucy and Pat "both deceased". Beloved father and father-in-law of Victor, Kara and Sue, Raihera and Ewen, Hemi and Donna. Treasured Grandfather and great Grandfather. Loved brother and brother-in-law, Uncle and friend to many. A celebration of Jim's life will be held in the Southern Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, 31 July, at 11.00 am, with refresh

WETI, Elaine Mary (nee Miller), at Southland Hospital on Thursday, July 16, 2026, aged 84 years. Loved wife of the late Eddie, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Stephen and Saina, and the late Judith; cherished Nanny of Janelle, Regan, Georgia; and Edward, and great-Nanny of Freya, and Oskar. Loved sister, sister-in-law and aunty of the Weti and Miller families. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Elaine will be held at the Hokonui Rūnanga, 140 Charlton Road, Gore on

JOYCE, Terrence (Terry) – Peacefully at Ripponburn Home and Hospital, Cromwell, on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, aged 80 years. Dearly loved and wonderful husband of Mary (Queenstown), for 46.5 years, much loved Dad and wonderful father of James (Cromwell). Loved 2nd son of Harry* and Mavis* Joyce, brother and brother-in-law of Lance and Joyce* (Dunedin), and Susan*, Neil and Margaret Chapman (Christchurch), and loved uncle of Steven and family (Perth) and Brenda and family (Auck

PARR, Graeme John – Peacefully at Golden View Care, Cromwell, on Monday, July 13, 2026, aged 77 years. Dearly loved husband of Isobel, loved father, father-in-law and Grandpa of Robin, Melinda, Andrea, and Katrina Parr; Rachael, Adam, Thomas, and Owen MacNamara. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Margaret and Trevor Thornton, Chris and Richard Newton, loved Uncle of his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Golden View and RDNS for their care. In Lieu of flowers, donation

FULTON, Frances Rae (Rae) – Peacefully on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Dunstan Hospital, Clyde, with her family by her, in her 91st year. Much loved wife of the late Doug, dearly loved Mum and mother-in-law of Stephen and Sue (Perth), Suzanne and Peter Muir (Alexandra), Wayne and Shona (Alexandra) and Gary and Carolyn (Dunedin). Treasured Nan and great-Nan of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. At Rae’s request, a private cremation has been held. Messages to 8 Hend

BLANCH, Jewel – Peacefully at Ranui Care Home, Alexandra, on Monday, July 6, 2026, aged 87 years. Sadly missed and dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Deslie, Evan and Judith, Owen and Margaret, and the late Gayle. Jewel will now be very contented to be with her seeing eye dog Sieger who has waited many years to be her guide dog again, but then there will be many dogs, chooks, and a pony waiting in the shadows to rush up to Jewel to show their love. The Blanch family se

DOWLING, Peter Michael, Peacefully in the comfort of his own home, with his loving family at his side on Sunday, July 5, 2026, aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of Wendy for 57 wonderful years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Joanne and Chris Dowling-Smith, Rochelle and Brian Falconer, Stephanie and Craig Argyle, treasured Grandad of Alex, Dion, Lochy, and Hannah. Much loved brother, brother-in-law, Uncle and great-Uncle, who will be sadly missed by all his extende

LATTY, Jeffrey William (Jeff), After a long illness at home, on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, aged 68 years. Loved Dad and father-in-law of Simon and Alinka, Alex, and adored Grandad of Ella; and Milly. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Mike and Jo, Pru and Finnie, and loved Uncle of all his neices and nephews. A service to celebrate the life of Jeff will be held in the Southern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore on Thursday, July 9th, at 1.30pm with refreshments to fo

LOVE, Huon Edward (Knapdale), Peacefully at home on Friday, June 26, 2026, aged 81 years. Loved and cherished husband and soulmate of the late Veronica. Loving Dad and father-in-law of Troy and Karla, and cherished Grandad of Serena, and Lauren. A loved brother and uncle of all his extended family. A service to celebrate the life of Huon will be held in the Southern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore on Thursday, July 2nd at 1.30pm, followed by refreshments befo

SUTHERLAND, Ivan James (Jim) (Formerly of Ardlussa, Balfour) – Peacefully, after a long battle with his health, on Monday, June 22, 2026, aged 80 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Margaret, much loved father of his girls and their partners, Susan and Eric (Sydney), Linda and Jason (Timaru), Anna (Invercargill), Michelle and Bronson (Woodlands), cherished Grandad of Ryan, and Hayley; Isellah, and Zoe; Connor, and Samuel; and Chloe. Loved brother and brother-in-l