What’s On Invers Funeral Notices - Saturday 9th August

Funeral Notices are published daily at 6:40am Monday to Saturday, a free community service provided by whatsoninvers.nz
If you would like your loved one’s death/funeral notices, memoriam
or acknowledgement listed email it in word or PDF to [email protected]

AICKEN, Phillip Charles Leslie:
Passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday 5th August 2025 aged 76.  Much loved husband of Carolynn and adored father and father in law of Neeka and Kegan, Step Dad and good mate of Justine, Clint and Bridget, and Regan. Loved son of Frank* & Irene* Aicken. Cherished brother of Marjorie, Valerie, Lance, Kenneth*, Gary, Chris*, and Jennifer and special friend to his many cousins. Devoted mate of his fur baby Leaf.
“Phil was an ideas man, always with a plan drawn up and looking for ways to help others. He will be sadly missed”
A service to celebrate Phil’s life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street Invercargill on Monday 11th August at 1pm. Messages can be sent to 54 Bullar Street, Invercargill 9810.

BUTEL, Colleen Ada (Formerly Moulin, nee Lee):
It is with heavy hearts we advise that Colleen passed away peacefully at Southland Hospital, on Thursday, July 31, 2025, aged 75 years. Dearly loved wife of Denis* Moulin, and Peter Butel, loved mother of Paul (Invercargill), and Daniel (Australia), and loved nana of Jordan (Invercargill). Loved daughter of Bernard* and Ivy* Lee (Christchurch), and loved sister of Leslie*, Ian, and Linda. Loved sister-in-law of John (J.B.) * and Val* Munro (formerly Mosgiel), Brian and Bernadette* Butel, and Norah (Auckland), Ivan and Rena Butel (Gore), Betty and Ross Grenfell (Picton), and Pam and John* Boek (Gore). Much loved aunt and great-aunt to many nieces and nephews. (*denotes deceased). As per Colleen’s wish, a private service has been held. No flowers please. Our sincere thanks and appreciation to Gore Medical Centre (Dr Glenys Weir) and to staff at Gore and Southland Hospitals, and St John’s for their care of Colleen in recent times. Messages to Peter Butel & Family, 13 Broughton Street, Gore 9710.

CAMPBELL, Catherince:
On July 21, 2025; aged 78 years. Suddenly in Italy on the trip of a lifetime. Dearly loved wife of the late Bruce, Mum of Shane Campbell, Rachel and Paul (Bag) Henry, Nana of Harry, Rowan, and Leon Campbell; Kieran and Kateleen, and Jak Henry and Great-Nana Beth of Freyja and Miles Henry. Beth's service will be held in the Menzies College Hall, Alma Street, Wyndham, on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 1.00pm, with burial to follow at the Edendale Cemetery. To view livestream vimeo.com/event/5297678/4be1a7051f Messages to 75A Kitchener Street, Gore.

EELITT, Daphne:
Daphne died peacefully on August 1, 2025, at Montecillo Veterans Home and Hospital in Dunedin, aged 76. Formerly from Invercargill. A much loved sister and sister-in-law of Diane and Brian Miller, a loved aunty of Lisa Boyes and Mike Price, and of Kristin Boyes, and great-aunt to Layla Price, Cuba, Reve and Ike Blair. She was a loved member of her extended family, Nigel Miller, Roger Miller and Anita Perkins, and their families. A special thanks to all the caring staff at Montecillo. "A gentle soul"
A private farewell has been held, but messages can be sent to 31 Marine Parade, Macandrew Bay, Dunedin 9014.

MENLOVE, Maureen Ellin:
Peacefully at Southland Hospice on Wednesday 6th August 2025 aged 84 years. Dearly loved wife of Reg of almost 60 years. Loving mother and mother in law of Ellen and Peter, Chris and Judi, and Brendon*. Loving Nana to Nathan and Abby, Jordan and Nic, Victoria and Megan. Loving friend of Kaylene. A rosary will be held for Maureen on Sunday 10th August at 5pm at Sacred Heart Church. Maureen’s service will be held at Sacred Heart Church, North Road, Invercargill on Monday 11th August 2025 at 11am, an interment at Eastern Cemetery will follow. Reg and family would like to acknowledge Southland Hospice for their care and ask in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Southland Hospice. Messages can be sent to the Menlove Family, PO Box 632, Invercargill 9840 or on Maureen’s tribute page mwfunerals.co.nz/s/maureen. *denotes deceased.

PYPER, Rosanne Marie:
Peacefully passed away on Friday 8 August 2025, aged 80 years. Daughter of the late Audrey and Henry List. Adored and cherished wife of Nelson. Big sister of Bob, Barry*, and wee Nelson. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Allan and Orsana, Annmarie and Des, and Chris. Amazing granny to Kylie and Hayden, Haylee and John, Jess and Darren, Ayden and Izzy, and Josh. Special great granny to Olivia, and Liam, Nala, and Rylee, Phoebe, Marshall, Carter, and Brooklyn.
“A special lady to so many”
A service to celebrate Rosanne’s life will be held in the Wallacetown Community Centre, 57 Dunlop Street, Wallacetown, on Friday 15 August 2025 at 1.00pm. Followed by a burial at the Wallacetown Cemetery. Messages to 84 Ariki Avenue, Otatara, Invercargill 9876.

RYAN, Vicki Jane (nee Rees):
Passed away peacefully in the care of Peacehaven Village on Monday 4th August 2025. Dearly loved wife of Duncan. Loved sister and sister in law of Murray and Carol, Adrian and Mary, and Willy. Loved daughter of the late Edgar and Noelene Rees. Sincere appreciation and gratitude for the dedicated care of Vicki to Julie and staff of Peacehaven Village. As per Vicki’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

TAYLOR, Alison:
Tragically died as a result of an accident in Zambia July 3, 2025, aged 67 years. Dearly loved daughter of the late Alex and Dorothy Taylor (Frankton), loved sister and sister in-law of Bill and Jill (Queenstown), David and Katrina (Auckland), beloved Aunt and Great-Aunt. A farewell gathering for Alison will be held on Friday, August 15, at 3.30pm, at Gear Homestead, Porirua, Wellington. We encourage people at a distance to join us on the livestream at southernlakesfunerals.co.nz through Alison's tribute page.

THOMAS, Nicola Gail:
13-04-1972 - 29-07-2025
Aged 53
Dearly loved wife of Bryan Thomas. Beloved Sister of Adele Beck and Owen Stade. Sister in Law to David and Vicky, Alan and Nok Aunty to Joseph, James and Holly. Dearly loved eldest daughter of Cyril* and Lyn* Stade. Daughter in law to Rob and Patsy* Thomas. Grateful thanks to Tiwai, and Progressive Engineering. As per Nicola’s wishes a private service was held.
“Gone from our eyes, but not our hearts”

TURNER, NOLA MAY (nee Humphries):
Passed away peacefully, Tuesday 5 August 2025. In her 91st year. Dearly loved wife of the late Colin. Dearly loved mother and mother in law of Greg and Kath, Sally and Brett, Tony and Sharyn, Mark and Pauline. Cherished Nanny of her 11 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. A private service was held on Tuesday, as per Nola's wishes. Many thanks to the caregivers and staff at Rowena Jackson. Message to Nola's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes

WILMOT, Christopher Ben (Chris):
Technology Teacher, Hunter, Rifle Range target sharp shooter and tin can ace, Historian, Collector, Bargain hunter, Spender, Prominent Member and Specialist of Model Railway communities, Companion and Gentleman.
9 November 1952 to 14 July 2025
It is with deep sadness that we share with you the passing of our beloved and treasured Chris. Dearly loved and respected Father of Ben and Gus. Precious and dear Chris of Hildamae. Much loved and adored son of Ben and Inge Wilmot and sister of Alexandra, and special uncle of Emma. Loved and respected friend of Ann Turrall (England). Beloved nephew of Jill and cousins Richard, Simon*, Phillipa and Ann (Australia), cherished and dearest cousin of Rudi, Gisela and Bernd (Germany), John, David, Robert, Linden, Jonathan and David (England).
A much loved and treasured friend to many people.
A memorial service to celebrate Chris’s life will be held at Windsor Community Church, Invercargill, Saturday 16th August at 1pm. Family warmly invite you to further share memories of Chris over light refreshments following the service. Messages to 22 Actaeon Road, Makarewa 9876. A special thank you to St John, Southland Hospital and Hospice Southland for their care and love.

Acknowledgements and Memoriam's: If you would like your loved one’s death/funeral notices, memoriam, or acknowledgement listed, email it in word or PDF to [email protected]

EELIOTTE, Margery:
Ross, Deb and Megan, and families, wish to express our deep gratitude for the support and kindness shown during our time of loss. The visits, prayers, cards, flowers, food, and attendance at her funeral were a great comfort. The outpouring of love was a true testament to the life she lived and the lives that she touched. Special thanks to Hospice Southland, Haidee, Lumsden District Nurses for their kindness and compassionate care of Margery, and Rachel from J Fraser & Sons for guiding us through this difficult time.

JOHNSTON, Carolyn:
1.12.52 - 12.08.21
4 years have passed since my Darling Wife/Mother and Grandmother, was taken from us, so early in her beautiful life. The ache in our hearts still lingers, as we miss her so very much, 4 years sometimes feels like 4 days, we were so blessed with your loving ways, and your beautiful laugh.

In our hearts and memories forever!!