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HASTINGS, Josephine Mary:
Sunrise 24.8.1932 – Sunset 3.5.2026
Passed peacefully with her family by her side at Rose Lodge Rest Home, aged 93 years. Wife of the late Warren. Loving Mum of Erin*, Francine, Elivna*, Karyn, Bronwyn, and Pete. A much loved Nanny and Great Nanny of all her grandchildren.
“A loved friend to many”
A celebration of Josie’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill on Wednesday 6th May at 1:00pm, followed by a private cremation. You are invited to view the service via livestream, by visiting the Avenal Park website and clicking the link on Josie’s obituary page. Messages to the Hastings Family, 5 David Street, Hawthorndale, Invercargill 9810
O’NEILL, Philip Raymond:
Surrounded by his immediate family, passed away in the early hours of May 3rd , 2026, following a short illness. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Jayne, much loved and snuggled Dad and Pop to Lauren, Dave, Molly and Paddy; Bridget, Ben, Suzie, Claire and Charlie; Cat, Ted, Poppy and Elle; Jon, Karen, Ollie and Penny and man’s best friend, Bert. Son of the late Margaret and Pat O’Neill. Loved brother to Polly* and Ken McRae, Brian and Kathleen O’Neill, Mary and Michael Malone and Joan and Chris O’Neill/Fong. Loved brother-in-law of Geoff and Carol Caldwell, Lizzie Williams, Robyn and Ivan Bell, Michael Caldwell*, Nicola and Gerard Brandsen, Peter Caldwell, Brent and Shona Caldwell. Phil’s last hurrah will be held at the Edendale Christian Centre, corner of Ferry Road and George Street, Thursday May 7th at 10:30am to celebrate his life and times. To view on livestream - https://vimeo.com/event/5907301 A special thanks for the wonderful care and love shown to Phil and our family during his stay at Hospice. Donations to Hospice Southland will be greatly appreciated in lieu of flowers. Messages to 125 Turner Street, Edendale 3rd Wyndham 9893.
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