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Loading...AITKEN, Clinton Ian (Clint):
Tragically doing what he loved and taken too soon on Saturday 4th July 2026. Cherished and loved partner of Jane. Adored dad and step-dad of Catalina, Jorja, Sequoia; and Georgina. Youngest son of the late Rod and the late Dawn. Amazing brother and brother-in-law of Kerry and Lynlea, Sharon and John, Gayleen and James. Special friend of Jane's family and friend to many. A service to celebrate Clint's life will be held in J Fraser & Son's Chapel, Cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill on Saturday 11th July at 1.00pm. Messages to 313 Chelmsford Street, Invercargill or on Clint's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz where a livestream link can found.uary
DICKSON, Euan:
On July 2nd 2026, peacefully surrounded by his family, aged 81. Cherished husband and lifelong companion of Wendy. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Angie, Kerry and Daryl, Simon and Shalene. Grandad Mo to Caitlyn, Hamish, Luke, Awhina, Izzy, Jamie, Luca, Maddie and Marley. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Sandra and Ray, brother of the late Andy and brother-in-law of Bev and all their families. Messages may be addressed to the family c/- Hope Funerals, Christchurch, 27 Amyes Road, Hornby, Christchurch 8042. A private family service and cremation will be held.
DOWLING, Peter:
Peacefully in the comfort of his own home, with his loving family at his side on Sunday, July 5, 2026, aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of Wendy for 57 wonderful years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Joanne and Chris Dowling-Smith, Rochelle and Brian Falconer, Stephanie and Craig Argyle, treasured Grandad of Alex, Dion, Lochy, and Hannah. Much loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle, who will be sadly missed by all his extended family. "Forever Loved and Always Remembered"
A Requiem Mass for Peter will be celebrated in The Church Of The Blessed Sacrament, Ardwick Street, Gore on Monday, July 13, at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation. Family warmly invite you to join them at the RSA, 12 Bowler Avenue, Gore for light refreshments. Livestream link available at southernfunerals.co.nz. Wendy and the girls sincerely thank Hospice Southland nurses, especially Amelia, and Helen; and the many district nurses, particularly Fran, and Rachel for their compassionate care, kindness and support during Peter's final days. Messages to: 24A Huron Street, Gore 9710.
LIDDELL, James Wilson:
(formerly of Pahia) Peacefully on 2 July 2026 at Longwood Care Home, Riverton. Aged 85 years. Dearly loved only son of Rita* and Arthur* Liddell. Much loved brother of Allison* and Bruce* Maitland and Janice and Atholl Blackmore. A loved uncle of his nieces, nephews and their families. In keeping with Wilson’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to 1189 Rimu - Seaward Downs Road, RD3, Wyndham 9893 or leave a message on Wilson’s tribute page mwfunerals.co.nz/s/wilson. * Denotes deceased.