Invercargill Funeral Notices - Saturday 16th May

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ALLUM, Dorothy:
On May 4, 2026, peacefully at Dunedin Hospital. Dearly loved wife of Arnold*, much loved mother, mother-in-law and friend of Brenda and Richard, Peter* and Suzie, Debbie and Keith, adored grandma of Carla, and Danielle.
Loved beyond words, missed beyond measure.
With special thanks to the devoted care teams at Sawyers Bay and Waikouaiti, to Dr Ann Horner, and to the Dunedin A&E doctors for their care and kindness. At Dorothy's request, a private farewell has been held. Messages to 8 Fell Street, Waikouaiti 9510. (*denotes deceased).

BLACKLER Janette Mary:
on Friday 15th May at Peacehaven. Dearly loved wife of Richard (Dick) for 61 years; treasured mother and mother-in-law of Paul and Vicki, Lynn and Nigel, Greig and Carmen, Mark and Kelly. Loved Gran of Jamie, Taylor, Ashleigh, Troy, Aiden, Rebecca and partners. Loved Great-Gran of Kelsi. Funeral service to be held at Grace Church 689 Tweed St, Invercargill on Monday 18th May at 1.30 pm. Messages to 261 Bowmont Street, Invercargill 9812 or to Janette's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

BRAND, Molly Zyphleen:
Surrounded by her loving family at the Southland Hospital on Tuesday, 12 May 2026. Aged 90 Years. Dearly loved wife and friend of Tony*. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul*, Peter and Therese Brand, Marie and Sam Walker (Te Anau) and Tony and Raewyn Brand (Te Anau). Loved Nana of her ten grandchildren and great grandchildren. (*Denotes deceased.) A private cremation has been held.

CALVERT, Murray:
Unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, aged 70 years. Beloved husband and best friend of Corina for 45 years, cherished father and father-in-law of Reece and Aleisha, Daniel and Emma, loved and respected Poppa of Jacob, Mason; and Theo. Adored son of George* and Rena*, loved brother and brother-in-law of Paul and Frances, loved son-in-law of Coral and Alan* Mathieson, loved brother-in-law of Muir and Maxine, Kyla and Jason Gerken, and all his nieces and nephews.
"Now it's time to put down your tools, and finally rest"
A service to celebrate Murray's life will be held in Millers Flat Hall, 1665 Teviot Road, Millers Flat, on Thursday, May 21, at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation. Donations kindly accepted for the local Fire Brigade, and Roxburgh St John. The service can be viewed via livestream at centralotagofunerals.co.nz Messages to [email protected] (*denotes deceased).

GAUDIN, William John (Bill):
Sunrise 9/9/1958 – Sunset 14/5/2026.
Died peacefully at Southland Hospital. Loved son of the late Len and Marg Gaudin. Brother and brother-in-law of Alan* and Christine, Janice Eason, Lynette Potter, Robert and Noelene, David * and Lyn, Heather* and Tom Hackett, Stephen* and Barry. Also loved uncle of his nieces and nephews and his Idea Service family who added so much to his life. Also thank you to the dedicated staff in the Medical Ward who cared for him in his last weeks. (*Denotes deceased.) A service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr. Esk and Doon Streets, at 1.30pm, on Wednesday 20 May. Then leaving for the Eastern Cemetery. Donations may be left at the service for IHC Southland. Messages to 162 Dome Street, Invercargill. Digital messages may be left at Bill’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream is available.

KELLAND, Colin Walter:
On Tuesday, 12 May 2026, at his home in Clyde. Aged 70 Years. Adored and loved husband and soulmate of Carol. Loved father of Shiree and Paul Giles; Nikkie Kelland; Jess and Brad O’Sullivan; Ollie Blue and Jess Lawrence. Loved Grandad of Jessie and Jacob Giles; Peyton, Taine*, Chantinee Kelland. Loved brother of Arnold and Lynley; Cliff and Louise; Evelyn and Geoff Loan, Leone Mason and Peter Walker. Loved Great Grandad and Uncle. (*Denotes deceased). A service to celebrate Colin’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr. Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, at 1.30pm, on Tuesday 19 May. Then leaving for a private cremation. Messages to PO Box 557 Invercargill. Digital messages may be left at Colin’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream is available.

KEOWN, Michael Allen (Mike):
Passed away peacefully on Thursday 14th  May 2026; aged 68 years. Much loved husband of Heather. Loving father of Teresa and Joseph, Marcus and Vina, and stepdad to Rebecca, Sarah, and Nic. Loved Poppa of Anthia, and Athena; Aisha; Georgia, and Madeline and future baby girl; and Imogen, and Otis. Dearly loved son of Len* and Dale*, Ian* and Jean*. Treasured brother of Russell*, Gwenda, Colleen, Jamie*, Niall, and Jayne. Uncle of Greg, Shane, and Angela; Tim, and Vanessa; and Tarryn, Sam, and Fraser. A memorial service to celebrate Mike’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street Invercargill, on Wednesday 20 May at 2.00pm. Special thanks to the staff at Hospice South who took such wonderful care of Mike on this journey and in his final days.  In lieu of flowers the family asks that you consider a donation to Hospice in Mikes memory. Messages to 229 Chelmsford Street, Waverley, Invercargill 9810

VAN DER SCHUIT, Poi:
Mum passed away peacefully at Southland hospital on Monday 11 May 2026, surrounded by her loving family; Aged 91 years.   Finally reunited with her late husband Feike.  Poi was the beloved mother and mother-in-law of Bill, Peter and Lynn*, Verena, Ruth and Mintie. Loved by all her Grandkids. Her gentle spirit will be deeply missed by her family and her darling Lexi, who had a special place in her heart. In keeping with our mums wishes her life will be celebrated privately by her family. Messages may be sent to: 19 Foyle Street Bluff 9814, or tribute page.

YOUNG, John:
1985 - 2026
Result of an accident at Wānaka on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Dearly loved youngest son of John and Mary. Beloved brother and brother-in-law of Blair and Anna, Henry and Belen and Kate. Loved uncle of his nieces and nephews.
We will really miss you and your antics forever John.
A private service was held at Wānaka on April 28, 2026.