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ANDREWS, Dawn Elizabeth (nee Rillstone):
It is with heavy hearts that Dawn passed away peacefully at the Arvida Care Centre, on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife of Fred and devoted friend of John Washington, loved mother and mother-in-law of Julie, David, Paul and Wendy (Australia), Maria and Brent Scammell (Winton). Adored Gran of Brodie and Kelsey, Jaimee and Tim, and Shaun; Mitchell and Jess, and Jacob. Great - Grandma of Lincoln, Neela, Bodhi, and Molly.
“I am at peace, my souls at rest, there is no need for tears; for with your love, I was so blessed for all these many years” - Always in our hearts and never forgotten.
R.I.P
Rosary will be held in St Joseph’s Catholic Church, 39 Melbourne Street, Queenstown, on Monday, 4 August at 5:00pm. Requiem Mass to celebrate the life of Dawn will be held in St Joseph’s Catholic Church, on Tuesday, 5 August, at 1:00pm, followed by light refreshments at the Queenstown Country Club, Club House, 420 Frankton Ladies Mile Highway. A graveside service will be held in the Waikaia Cemetery, on Wednesday, 6 August, at 2:00pm, followed by afternoon tea in the Waikaia Hotel. Livestream link available at www.southernlakesfunerals.co.nz. Messages to 325 Great North Road, Winton 9720, or PO Box 67, Winton 9741. (*Denotes deceased.)
MACKIE, Dennis David:
08.11.1946 – 29.07.2025
Peacefully at Hospice Southland. Dearly loved husband of Sharyn, and treasured Dad of Jayson (Japan). Cherished son of the late Poppy and Alec Mackie. Loved brother of Lex and Ann Mackie, Fay, and the late Armand Wilcox. As Dennis wished, a private cremation has taken place. Heartfelt thanks to those who have walked this journey with us. Donations to Hospice Southland would be deeply appreciated.
OUGHTON, Stuart:
Passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 31 at Rowena Jackson. Dearly loved husband of Margaret*. Loved father of William* and Michelle, Trevor and Nicci, Roger and Rebecca. Cherished Grandad of Jack, Pete, Trent, Shawni, Cody and Benny. Proud Great-Grandad. Dearly loved son of James* and May*, and loved brother and brother-in-law of George* and Marge*, Ray* and Nola*, Jack* and Nancy*, and Allan* and Maise*. A memorial service to celebrate Stuart’s life will be held at the Makarewa Country Club, Cnr Pomona Road & State Highway 6, Makarewa, on Friday, 08 August, commencing at 1:30 pm. All are welcome. Stuart’s family would like to sincerely thank the teams at Cargill Court, Southland Hospital, and Rowena Jackson for their care and support. Messages to Distinct Funerals, 69 Bond Street, Invercargill 9810 or on Stuart’s tribute page at www.distinctfunerals.co.nz, where a livestream link will also be available. (*denotes deceased)
ROBERTS, Keith Bowhey:
Sadly, passed away on July 30, 2025. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Jean for 62 years, most loved father and father-in-law of Mark and Bex, Dean and Rachel, Paul and Robyn, Tony and Michelle, Jason, Matthew and Kathryn, Melanie and Dave, a special Poppa to many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He will be dearly missed. We will love him forever. A private service will be held with family. Messages to 12 B Traford Street, Gore 9710.
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