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GARRARD-JAY, Susan Jane Georgina:
It is with very heavy hearts that Susan’s family announces the passing of their beautiful Susan on the morning of Thursday, the 5th of February 2026. After a week of bravely fighting in Southland Hospital, her condition deteriorated quickly, and she decided that it was time to go. She is now back home with James, Louie, and the cats, surrounded by her loved ones. Susan was a deeply loved wife, mother, and friend to so many. Thank you all for the thoughts, prayers, messages, and phone calls. They have not gone unnoticed. Susan knew just how loved she was right up until the very end. A celebration of Susan’s life will be held at the Southland Crematorium on Wednesday, the 11th of February, at 11.00 am. Everyone is most welcome. Susan is resting at home with us, and anyone who would like to visit is asked to please give us a call first. With much love from James, Kim, Annabelle, Jamie, Shannan, Brooke, and their respective partners. For those unable to attend Susan’s celebration, a livestream will be available and will begin 10 minutes before the service at 11.00 am via mwfunerals.co.nz/s/susan Messages to Susan’s family may be sent to “Garrard-Jay Family, PO Box 632, Invercargill,” or left on Susan’s tribute page at mwfunerals.co.nz/s/susan

MILES, Zoe Louise:
Passed away peacefully in the loving care of the Resthaven staff on Thursday February 5, 2026. Dearly loved daughter and stepdaughter of Susan and Fred* English, adored family member of her extended family in the UK. (*denotes deceased). As per Zoe’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place. Messages to 29 Carlyle Street, Mataura 9712.

NICHOLSON, Christine Margaret (née Wilson):
Of Invercargill, died suddenly after a short illness on the 30th of January 2026, aged 72. Loved and loving wife of Peter; loved mother of Amberleigh (and partner Elle), and Victoria; devoted Nanny to her furbaby Frankie Valli; loved by her brothers and sisters-in-law Rae and Gail, Graeme and Miriam, Ian and Lila, and their families. As per Christine's wishes, a private service has been held. Messages to Christine's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

STARK, Alexander William:
Passed peacefully in his 95th year at Gore Hospital, February 6th , 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of the late Nancy* and Dulcie. Father and father-in-law of Trevor and Sue, Karen and Ian Pullar, Geoffrey and Kate, treasured Grandad of Braden, Jared and Sarah, Gavin and Claire, Chris and Jenna, Megan and Lew, Nick and Lauren and Gemma, beloved great Grandad of Elliott and Owen and baby Bellas. Much loved brother of Dulcie* & Albert* McCall, David* & Greta Stark. (* denotes deceased) A celebration of Alex's life will be held at St Andrews Presbyterian Church, 2 Devon St, Gore on Tuesday February 10th at 1:30pm, followed by a private burial at the Waikoikoi Cemetery. To view on livestream - https://vimeo.com/event/5715807 Messages to K & I Pullar, Kaiwera RD 2, GORE 9772.

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