PRATTLEY, Heather Crawford (nee Wallace) - 31/5/1936 - 27/9/2026 Peacefully, at Gore Hospital, with family by her side and her country music playing, aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of Arthur* adored mother of John, Allan and Ngami* Robert and Marie, Stuart* and Cheryl. Adored Nana of Rebekah, Khrys, Daniel, Rhuebyn and Michaela, Pehni, Wylson*, Jysse, Tui and Regan, Jamie, Stacey and Zach, Darren, Jordan, Sarah, Sean and EJ, and Ethan. Great-grandmother (Gran) of Elliott, A

ALABASTER, Shirley Ellen (nee Kemp) QSM – Peacefully, at Ranui Home and Hospital, Alexandra on Thursday, September 24, 2026, aged 95 years. Dearly loved wife of Jack* Alabaster, much loved mother & mother-in-law of John and Camille Alabaster, Kathryn Greaves and Mark*, and loved by all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. A private service for Shirley will be held. Messages to 8 Rabbitt Avenue, Clyde 9330. (*denotes deceased)

MCILROY, Ashley Thomas (Ash) – Peacefully, with family by his side, at Lakes District Hospital, Queenstown on Saturday, September 26, 2026, aged 65 years, he fought hard until the end. Son of the late Nona and Stewart McIlroy, much loved father of Luke, loved brother and brother-in-law of Grant and Betty, Bruce and Michelle, Sally and Kevin, and Craig and Julie. Loved uncle and great uncle to all his nieces and nephews. As per Ashley's wishes, a private family service will

LILLICRAPP, Verdon John (VJ), Peacefully at Southland Hospital on Saturday, September 19, 2026, aged 98 years. Loved husband of the late Nola, loved Dad and father-in-law of Darrell and Wendy (Blenheim), Nigel and Jenny (Clyde), Robin and Wendy (Brisbane); and loved Grandad and great-Grandad of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. As per VJ's wishes a private cremation has taken place. Messages to: 47 Adams Lane, Springlands, Blenheim 7201. Southern Funeral Home

JENKINS, John Courtenay – British Army of Rhine, BAOR. Passed away peacefully at Dunstan Hospital, Clyde on Thursday, September 17, 2026, aged 95 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Audrey, much loved father and father-in-law of Gay, Ele and Derek, Gwen, David, Vi-Anne (Bubs) and Michael, Bonny and Mark, Jackie, Nicky and Joe, Mandy and Kerrin, cherished Grandad of his 20 grandchildren, and great-Grandad of his 27 ½ great-grandchildren. “Dad has sloped off for the last t

JOHNSTON, Agnes (Joy) (nee Blakely), (formerly of Balfour), Peacefully at Parata Residence for the Elderly, Gore on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Jim, loving Mum and mother-in-law of Suzanne and Greg Salton, Pam and Peter McDermott, Allan and Robina Johnston; treasured Grandma of Hannah, Rob; Nicholas, Rachel, Julia; Matthew; and great-Grandma of Arlo. Special sister and sister-in-law of Frank Blakely, *David and *Marg Blakely,

HEADS, Coralie Margaret (nee Brown), (Formerly of Edendale), Peacefully at Bupa Ascot Care Home, Invercargill on Saturday, September 19, 2026, aged 86 years. Loved wife of the late Owen, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Kevin and Lois, *Brian, Warick, Bronwyn and *Brent Collins; and much loved Nana of her 8 grandchildren, and great-Nana of her 9 great-grandchildren. Loved sister, sister-in-law, and aunty of all her extended family. A service to celebrate the life of Coralie w

WILSON, Collene Adair (nee Robertson) – Sadly, we announce the peaceful, passing of our dearly loved “Collene” surrounded by her family on Sunday, September 13, 2026, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of Sandy, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Gary and Julie, Warren and Denise, Sandra*, Sharon, and Rebecca*. The most awesome Grandmother of Matt and Kayla, Jake, Cole; Jada, and Kadin, loved great-Grandmother of Ellie, and Chloe. The family wish to sincerely thank the Ota

REDDY, Andrew (Andy) Dean Reddy (18 February 1968 - 11 September 2026) A celebration of Andy's life will be held at The Gate, Cromwell at 1 pm on Friday 18 September. Following the celebration, the family and hearse will continue to Highlands Motorsport Park to take one final lap of the track in memory of Andy. Guests are invited to join the family at Central Motor Speedway, where we will come together to take one final lap around the Speedway track, followed by refreshment

KENNEDY Garry Earl (Gaz) - Unexpectly, doing what he loved on Friday, September 11, 2026, aged 64 years. Dearly loved husband of Sue, loved father of Jason, adored Poppy of Lacey, and Skyla. Son of the late Earl and Elsie (Oamaru), brother and brother-in-law of Bruce, Glennis and Colin Middlemiss, Karen and *David Mills, Lousia and Michael Borgman; loved by all his nieces and nephews, and best friend of Red and Gonzo. A service to celebrate Garry's life will be held in Southe

HILLIS, Beverley Gay (Bev), (formerly of Seaward Downs) Peacefully at Bupa Windsor Park Care Home, Gore on Monday, September 14, 2026, aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Jim, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Gaye and Andrew Falconer, Bill and Sharon; loved Nana Bev of Thomas and Julia; Emma and Doug Caldwell, Archie and Stella; Sarah and Matt McClintock, George and Jack; Melanie and Josh Lilley, Charlotte, Harrison; and great-Nana Bev of Isla, Maya, Grace, Eva; Anna,

DAVERS, Robert Barbour (14 April 1935 - 14 September 2026) Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family with his favourite music playing softly beside him. On Monday 14 September 2026, aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband and friend of Elaine for 52 years. Loved father and father in law of Kenneth*, Blair and Michelle, Shaun and Maria, Anita and Richie. Very proud Grandad of Joshua, and Ryan; and Harm. Loved eldest son of John* and Mary* (Scotland) and son in law of Ken an

PEINA, Alma Hinia - With great sadness, we'd like to share that our Alm passed away peacefully in the early hours of this morning, 13th September, 2026, aged 76 years. Over the years, Alm faced many health challenges, and she is now at peace. We are incredibly grateful for the support, love, and kindness that Alm received from the Wyndham community and surrounding districts. This meant a great deal to Alm and our family Following Alm's wishes, we will be having a private f

SOPER, Bevan Murdoch - 25/08/1977 - 10/09/2026 - Passed away at Dunedin Hospital on 10th September, 2026. Beloved husband of Heather, cherished father of Taine, Reece, and Logan. Dearly loved son of the late Mark and Judy, Stephanie and Baz, loved brother to Christy, Harry, Andrew, and Jacob. Treasured uncle, cousin, and friend to many. "Forever in our hearts" A service to celebrate Bevan's life wil

McGRATH, Michael Joseph - Passed away peacefully, aged 70 years, on September 12th, 2026. Much loved Dad and father-in law to Anneka and Mark Townshend, and Sarah. Much loved brother to all his siblings. A service to celebrate Mike’s life will be held at the Lumsden Hall, on Tuesday 15th September, at 1.30pm, followed by light refreshments and burial at Lumsden Cemetery. Messages to 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, 9710. Southern Funeral Home FDANZ

DIACK, Fay Valerie - (nee Goudie) – Unexpectedly, yet peacefully, on Wednesday 9, September 2026, aged 80 years. Beloved wife and ‘partner in crime’ of Bob, much loved Mum of Jo (Oamaru), Eric and Leanne (Christchurch), adored, spritely Nanna of Corey and Alicia, Bryn, Hunter and Nina; Kate, Ellie and Reuben, soon to be Grannan of ‘lil burrito’ (baby of Hunter and Nina), cherished sister of Linda* and Erica, soul sister of Elaine*, and daughter Abbey. A special heartfelt tha

ROCHE, Dawn Maria (nee Sinclair) - Peacefully, on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, aged 82 years. Dearly loved wife of John, for a wonderful 60 years, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Maria Roche and Simon Waymouth, Tony and Patrina, loved Nan of Max and Andi, Madison, and Charlotte Roche; George, and Archie Waymouth. Loved daughter of Pearl* and Jim*, loved sister of James, Avis* Ballinger, Denis*, Sue* Henderson, Bruce and their families. John and family would like to th

MCDOWELL, Georgina Ann (Gina), Suddenly at home on Saturday, September 5, 2026, aged 69 years. Loved Mum and mother-in-law of Natashia, Adam and Kelsi, Ashley and Sarah, Bronwyn, Lateshia; and cherished Nana and Nan of her 18 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Loved sister, sister-in-law, and aunty of her extended family. A service to celebrate the life Gina will be held in the Southern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore on Monday, September 14, at 1.00pm,

WAITERE, Tamahou a.k.a. Danny – Peacefully, surrounded by love, with whanau by his side and above, at Dunstan Hospital, on Thursday, 3 September 2026, aged 81 years. Loved son of the late Ned and Waina, much loved son-in-law of the late Mary and Sandy Smith, adored and cherished soulmate of Isobel, a special and treasured father and father-in-law of Sharlene and Russell, Malcolm and Yvette and Coral and Rohan, precious Grandad of Jess and Kyle; Rion, Josh and Renee, Poppa of

MORRISON, Phyllis (Marjorie) (nee Shaw), of Waikaka Valley. Peacefully, surrounded by family at Ribbonwood Country Rest Home on Saturday, September 5, 2026, aged 87 years. Loved and cherished wife of George, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Donald and Brigette; Andrew and Lisa; Phil and Jah; adored Nana of Lochie, Dirk; Bryn, Kelly; Tanee, Neunglatai; and loved great-Nana of her 4 great grandchildren. Loved sister, sister-in-law and auntie of all her extended family. "With h