Invercargill Funeral Notices - Thursday 23rd July

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MURPHY, Dawn Ann (née Fairlie):
Passed away peacefully at Hospice Southland on Tuesday, 21 July, aged 83 years, surrounded by her loving family. Dearly loved wife of Noel* Richardson and Ray* Murphy. Adored mother and mother-in-law of Mike and Anne, Tina and Sonny, and Darren and Laura. Treasured Nana and Gam Gam of her 8 grandchildren, 12½ great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild. Dearly loved sister of Margaret, Bob, and Faye*. Beloved member of her Southern Gold Marching Family. A memorial service to celebrate Dawn's life will be held at the Salvation Army Church, Victoria Avenue, on Saturday, 25 July, commencing at 1.00pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland may be left at the service. Messages to 63 Mary Street, or may be left on Dawn's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz. (*denotes deceased)

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