Invercargill Funeral Notices
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Friday Flashback Heritage Month Edition: Traveling Forward to the Past – 1 January 2000
As we celebrate Southland Heritage Month, we’re traveling forward to the past—straight to 1 January 2000. The turn of the millennium was a time of anticipation, and we’re bringing back a glimpse of life in Southland as it was then. In today’s feature, you’ll find
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LIDDELL, Tau-mai Jane Ann (nee Morrison):
Passed away peacefully at Yvette Williams Retirement Village Dunedin, on Thursday 26th of February 2026, aged 90 years. Much loved mother and mother in-law of Michael, Donald and Clare, and Simon. Much loved Grandmother (Taudy) of Ben & Mei, Zoe, Finn, Gabriel, Eli, Ari and Nathan, and proud new great grandmother of Ernest. He manawa tītī. Haere, haere, haere atu rā e kui Tau-mai. Moe mai rā i ngā ringaringa o ō tātou tūpuna A Celebration of Tau-mai’s life and an Acknowledgement of her siblings Spencer, John, and Rata will be held on Saturday 14th March 2026, 10.30am at J Fraser and Sons Chapel, corner Esk and Doon Streets Invercargill. Messages to 14 Islington St, North East Valley Dunedin or to Tau-Mai’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where her live stream can be viewed.
LOVETT, Gregory Thomas (Greg):
Greg passed away peacefully at Southland Hospital on 3 March 2026. Loved son of the late Neil and Margaret Lovett. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Michael and Pauline (Ingill), Richard and Keiko (Chch), Janine and Amanda (Queenst), Adrian and Eve (Chch). Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. As per Greg’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place. Messages may be left on Greg’s tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz S.S.D.D
MCDONALD, Aylis Winifred:
Peacefully in the care of Southland Hospital, in her 92nd year. Dearly loved wife of Colin*. Loved Mother of Glen and Faye (Springston), Ewan* (Picton), Cheryl and Lindsay Troon (Waianiwa). Loved Nana Mac of Kylie, Laura and Scott, and her Great Grandchildren Jet and Mason. As Aylis wished, a private cremation has been held with a family memorial planned for a later date. A special tribute for Aylis can be left on our tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/aylis. (*denotes deceased).
PARK, Bruce Raymond:
Formerly of Greenfield. On March 4, 2026 at Dunedin Hospital; aged 88 years. Dearly beloved husband of Lesley, loved father and father in-law of Robyn and Lloyd, Jeanette and Dave, Gavin and Paula. Much loved grandad of Andrew and Julia, Stephanie, Angela, Tom, Megan and Cameron. Son of Tom* and May* Park, brother of Reg* and his wife Zoe*. Son-in-law of Bill* and Evie* Caldwell, brother-in-law of Bill* and Nola*, Isobel and Bill* Irvine, and Alison and Maurice* Easton. (* denotes deceased) A service to celebrate Bruce’s life will be held on, Tuesday, March 10 at 1.30pm, in Leishman’s Chapel, 12 James Street, Balclutha, followed by private cremation. For those unable to attend, a livestream link will be available on Leishman’s website. Donations to Balclutha St John Ambulance would be appreciated and can be left at Bruce’s service. Messages to 189 Johnston Road, Balclutha 9230.
TAYLOR, Ronald William (Ron):
Passed peacefully at Ascot Care Home on Thursday 5 March 2026, with his family by his side. Dearly loved husband of the late Mary, loved father and father-in-law of Janet and Richard Lean (Owaka), Chrissie and Herman Morsink, Shirley Scobie and the late DJ. Loving Pa to his grandchildren Gregor and Yvette, the late Bradley, Lauren and Brad, Karyn and Sam, Sarah and Vanessa, Rachel and Chris and also to his 13 great grandchildren. Special thanks to the staff at Ascot Care Home. A private cremation has been held. Messages to Taylor Family, 2/241 Queens Drive Invercargill 9810.
TILLER, Louise Marie (née Jennings):
Passed away suddenly on 4 March 2026. Beloved wife of Wally and adored mother of Brittany and Hannah. Cherished daughter of Harold and Jill, and loved sister of Kate and Christopher. Deeply missed by her wider family and many friends. A service to celebrate Louise’s life will be held on Tuesday, 10 March at 1.30 pm at the Edendale Christian Centre, 10 George Street, Edendale, followed by a private interment. Messages to C/- Distinct Funerals, 69 Bond Street, Invercargill, or may be left on Louise’s tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz, where a link to the livestream may be found.
Acknowledgements and Memoriam's:
JOHNSTON, Shirley:
The Johnston and Rowell families are grateful to the people who attended the celebration of Shirley's life, sent cards, flowers, food and visited our home. It has been a long journey which has been made bearable from your support. A big thank you to you all, we will always remember your generosity and support.
SPAIN, Brian Beaton:
Passed Away
7 February 2023
A loved husband, Dad and Grandad.
Love always, Ruth, Fergus, Stephen, Melissa, Kaylee, Rebecca, Tait, Logan, and Jack.
♥♥♥♥♥
SPAIN, Blair Duncan:
Passed Away
5 March 2022
Aged 51 years.
Sometimes life doesn’t give us more time, so you have to remember the good times.
Love always, Kaylee, Rebecca, Mother, Fergus, Stephen, and Liss.
♥♥♥♥♥
STEVENS, Ernest:
July 9, 1928 - February 8, 2026
Gaye and Ernest's families wish to thank friends and neighbours for the lovely flowers, baking, cards and messages. We greatly appreciate the support and kindness given to us on the loss of Ernest. The presence of so many of you at the funeral helped us greatly and was a lovely tribute to Ernest. A special thanks to the staff of Rowena Jackson Village for their care during the past 7 years.
