Death Notices
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BINGHAM, Barbara June (nee. McCaughan)
Peacefully on Sunday August 23, aged 80 years.
Beloved wife and friend of the late Arthur, dearly loved mother of Philip and Rowena, and mother-in-law to Gerard.
Adored Nanna of Riley and Reynette.
Much loved sister of Ross, the late Lex and David, and loved sister-in-law and friend to Gay and Sylvia.
Loved aunt of the many nieces and nephews.
A service to celebrate Barbara's life will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin at 11:30am on Monday August 31.
Messages to the Bingham family C/- Gillions Funeral Services or via email to family@bingham.kiwi.
Barbara's service will be live streamed and can be viewed at www.gillions.co.nz/kiwi-channel
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WEST, Richard William
Only son of Frank West and Joyce West (née Jensen), both deceased. A reader of books and a teller of stories.
A memorial service to remember Richard's life will be held at South Dunedin Presbyterian Church, 393 King Edward St, at 1pm on Monday, August 31, 2026.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made at the service to the Fred Hollows' Foundation, a cause Richard valued and supported over many years.
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ROSS, Judith Anne (Judy)
On August 27, 2026, surrounded by her family; aged 82 years.
Dearly loved wife of Bruce for nearly 60 years, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Maree and Ward, Lisa and Michael, and Bevan and Jo, loved Grandma of Nicole, Josh; Dylan, Kirsten; Ali, and Brontee.
Special thanks to the nurses at Otago Community Hospice for their amazing care.
A service for Judy will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin, at 2pm, on Wednesday, September 2.
Messages to 310 Brockville Road, Brockville 9011
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CLARK, Gaynor Hillary
Passed peacefully at Dunedin Hospital on Friday, August 21, 2026; aged 90 years.
Wife and soul mate of Alan for 47 amazing years, sister and life’s best friend to June, mother to 3 children, D, Pamela, and Andrew. Cherished Nana to Cohan, Jessica, and Logan, Great Nana to Shamus, and Archer, wise and fashionable Aunty to Hayden, Meri, and Jinene.
At Gaynor's request there will be a private farewell.
Messages to the Clark Family c/- Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin. Gaynor is very missed.
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ALLEN, Beverley Margaret (Bev)
Peacefully at Marne Street hospital on Saturday August 22, 2026; aged 86 years.
Dearly loved wife of the late Bob, loved mother and mother-in law of Julie and Jeff (Dunedin), Robbie and Charlotte (Dunedin), Russell and the late Brenda (Christchurch) and Pauline (Milton). Adored Grandma of her 13 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Loved sister of the late John and Bill (Tasmania).
Sincere thanks to the staff at Marne Street Hospital for their care over the last 6 months, the family would also like to acknowledge the services of Access Support, Meals on Wheels, The Milton Medical Centre and neighbours Karland family.
Bev will be sadly missed and remembered with love.
A service to remember Bev will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, at 10.30am, on Saturday August 29.
Messages C/- 29 College street, Caversham, Dunedin.
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HARVEY, Lorraine Dorothy
Peacefully on August 20, 2026, in Dunedin, in her 85 Year.
Dearly loved wife of the Late Stewart, loved mother and mother-in-law of Gary and Kashifa, Alison and Peter McIntosh, and Trevor. Loved Nana of Antoinette, Michael, Ranaa, Sara, Jasper, Stella and the Late Tom. A good friend of Richard.
A Private gathering will be held.
Messages to Harvey Family C-/o 7 Stirling Street Dunedin 9013
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BELL, Stephen George
Peacefully after a short illness, on August 18, 2026, in Dunedin.
Much loved Husband of Jane, much loved father and father-in-law of Sarah and Steven Rietveld, and Tracey and Dan Parkes. Much loved Pop of Liam and Lachlan Rietveld and Otis Parkes. Loved Youngest son of the late Ross and Kath Bell (Ranfurly)
The family wish to thank the staff at the Otago Community Hospice for their care of Steve in his last few days.
In accordance with Steve's wishes a private cremation has been held.
A celebration of Steve's life will be held in Zingari-Richmond Rugby Club 40 Eglington Road Dunedin at 2pm onSaturday August 29.
In Lieu of flowers donation to the Otago Community Hospice would be much appreciated.
Messages to Bell Family C-o Gillions Funeral services ,407 Hillside Road Dunedin 9012
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RAFFILLS, Joyce Roseann (nee Barnett)
Peacefully Thursday 20th August; aged 95 years.
Loved wife of the late Murray, sister of Bruce and Jacqui, lovedmother and mother-in-law of Peter, Deborah, Michael and Andrea, Patsy and the late Kevin, Steven and Nicola, Granny of Olivia, Alice, Sam, Rose, Jessie, Demetri, Bruce, and Jack, and their partners, Great Granny of Rocketand Lulu.
A big thank you to the lovely staff at Radius Fulton Home.
A service to celebrate Joyce's life will be heldin the chapel at Anderson's Bay Cemetery at 1pm on Monday, 24 August, 2026.
Messages to the Raffills Family c/-Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin, 9012.
We all love you and will miss all the great times together.
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GREIG, Lilian Esther (nee Henderson) 'Esther'
Peacefully on August 8, 2026; aged 84 years.
Deeply loved wife of Jim*, cherished mother and mother-in-law of Karen and Richard, Alison and Ryan, and Richard Leslie*; treasured Estie of Ashley, Rosa, Lachie, and Jamie;.much loved sister and sister-in-law of Arthur and Bev, Alan and Sue*, Neil*, and Geoff and Marg. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Summerset at Bishopscourt and the Otago Community Hospice. (*denotes deceased).
'Wherever a beautiful soul has been there is a trail of beautiful memories'.
A private farewell has been held.
Donations in lieu of flowers to Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated.
Messages to Karen, Alison and family c/- Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Rd, Dunedin 9012.
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TROMOP - HASEWINKEL, Janske (Jean)
Destined for God’s eternal love, peaceful with a lifetime of love behind her, passing with grace and joy on Thursday, August 13, 2026.
Dearly loved wife of Anton, mother of Robert and Jeanette, mother-in-law to Christine and Adrian, Oma to Chani and Matt, Caitlin and Rory, Hebe and Henry, Grace, and Oscar. “Different Oma” to her great-grandchildren; Elliott and Fenna, loved daughter of Hendrik-Jan Hasewinkel (Buisweerds) and Janske Kolkman (Broodjans), loved sister of Diene, Riek, Gerrie, Hennie, Janny, Gerrit Jan and Henk, loved sister-in-law, aunt, cousin and friend to many. Favourite bloom: Camelia Snow White.
Isaiah 35:1-2 The dry land blooms with flowers, shouting for joy at the glory of God.
Our gratitude to staff at Ward 8 Dunedin Hospital, Marne St Hospital, Sally from Hospice, and Dr Taatskia Rijken at MHS.
A service of thanksgiving will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin, at 10:30am on Tuesday, August 18. All welcome.
Messages to the Tromop Family c/- Gillions.
The service will be livestreamed at www.gillions.co.nz/kiwi-channel
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O’SULLIVAN, Kevin Thomas
Died peacefully in care on August 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family, aged 69 years.
Dearly loved and loving husband of Margaret for 45 years.
Much loved and respected Dad of Timothy, Catherine, Elizabeth & Peter and loved Father-in-Law of Yvette, Matt and Hannah. Treasured Poppa of Harris, Beau and Pippa.
A Rosary will be held on Sunday August 16 at 7pm. Requiem Mass for Kevin will be celebrated on Monday August 17 at 11am – both at St Patricks Basilica, 32 Macandrew Road, South Dunedin.
The Mass will be live streamed at https://youtube.com/live/_uR3F63YQoM
Messages to O’Sullivan Family, 30 Glendevon Place, Vauxhall, Dunedin, 9013
His loving memory will forever remain in our hearts. Rest in Peace Kev
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WALSH, Mary Shalimar (nee Todd)
Passed away suddenly but peacefully at Dunedin Hospital, on August 12, 2026; aged 91 years.
Loved wife of Mervyn*, cherished mother and mother-in-law of Lesley and Robbie Chisholm (Christchurch), and John (Queenstown), proud Gran of Hannah, Cameron, Todd, Stephanie, and their partners, Great Gran of Dallas and Ashton, loved daughter of John* and Ella*, adored sister of Colin*, loved sister-in-law of Billy. (*denotes deceased).
Special thanks to emergency services and staff at Dunedin Hospital for their care of Mary.
A mass to celebrate Mary's life will be held in Holy Name Church, 420 Great King Street, Dunedin North, at 10.30am, on Monday, August 17.
The service will be livestreamed on www.gillions.co.nz/kea-channel.
Messages to the Walsh Family c/- Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin 9012.
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GARTH, Alan Spencer
10.05.1944 - 08.08.2026
Peacefully at Oxford Court Rest Home aged 82 years.
Loved husband of the late Jenny. Loved father and father-in-law of Robyn and Garvin, Michael and Lisa, loved Granddad of Abigail, Liam, Caitlin, Ethan, and James, a loved brother and loved uncle to his nieces and nephews.
Special thanks to the staff at Oxford Court for their loving care of Alan.
A service to celebrate Alan's life will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin at 2pm, on Tuesday August 18.
In leiu of flowers donations to Hato Hone - St John would be appreciated and can be left at the service.
Alan's service will be live streamed and can be viewed at www.gillions.co.nz/kiwichannel
Messages to the Garth family C/- Gillions Funeral Services.
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PHILLIPS, Lindsay Murray (Plum)
Peacefully, after a long battle with cancer, on August 10, 2026
Dearly loved Husband of Sue, loved Stepdad and stepdad in law of Timmy and Ocean, Chris and Lana, and AJ and Aly. Loved step grandad Plum to his 9 grandchildren. Loved Son of the late Gilbert and Gladys Phillips, loved brother and brother-in-law of Steven and Sandy. Loved Uncle of Lee and Toni, and great uncle to Aliah.
The family wish to thank the Oncology Department at Dunedin Hospital, the Dunedin district nurses and the St Johns ambulance service for all the care and compassion shown to Plum during his illness.
A Celebration of Plum's life will be held in Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin at 2pm on Wednesday August 19.
Plum's service will be livestreamed on www.gillions.co.nz/kiwi-channel.
Messages to Phillips Family C-o 407 Hillside Road 9012
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HYLAND Matthew James
Peacefully, after a short illness at Dunedin Hospital, on Tuesday August 11, 2026.
Much loved son of Fiona and Gerard, brother and brother-in-law of Alana & Alex and Sarah & Bastien, Uncle to Arthur and Aiden, beloved nephew, and treasured housemate of IDEA Services Thorn Street.
A service to celebrate Matthew will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin, at 2pm, on Friday, August 14.
Matthew's service will be live streamed and can be viewed at www.gillions.co.nz/kiwichannel
Messages to the Hyland family C/- Gillions Funeral Services.
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CARSON, Royce Alfred (Roy)
Unexpectedly at home on Sunday, August 1, 2026.
Dearly loved husband of Joyce for 62 years. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Denise and Bill, Diane and Barry, Lorraine, Jillian, Trish and Graham. A dearly loved Granddad and Great Granddad.
A special thanks to all the Access carers especially Sheree and Linda for their care and support.
A service to celebrate Roy’s life will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin on Friday August 7, at 2pm.
Donations to Hato Hone St John would be greatly appreciated and can be left at the service.
Roy’s service will be livestreamed and can be viewed at www.gillions.co.nz/kiwi-channel
Messages to the Carson family C/- Gillions Funeral Services
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IRISH, George Henry
On July 29, 2026, at Highview Rest Home, Dunedin; aged 95 years.
Dearly loved husband of the late Lyn, much loved father and father-in-law of Fleur and Jamie Whyte, and a loved Granddad of Shay, Ashlyn, and Clay.
A service for George will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin, at 10.30am, on Wednesday, August 5, followed by private interment.
Messages to 18 McLachlan Street, RD2 Waitati, 9085
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KETTINK, Jan Willem (John)
On July 28, 2026, at Radius Fulton Care Centre, Dunedin.
Dearly loved husband of Aileen*, much loved father and father-in-law of Jenny and Keith Moore, Keith and Liz, John* and Gemma, and Eleanor, also a treasured Grandad and Great Grandad (* denotes deceased).
Special thanks to the staff of Radius Fulton for their care and support.
A service for John will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin, at 2pm, on Tuesday, August 4.
The service can be viewed via livestream at www.gillions.co.nz/kiwi-channel
Messages to 105H Melbourne Street, South Dunedin 9012
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MARSH, Wayne Eric
Passed away peacefully, on July 27, 2026, at home, in the loving care of his family.
Loved husband of Billee, treasured father and father-in-law of Geraldine and Steve, Gabrielle and Matt, and Ginny, adored Grumps of Charlotte, Frankie, Charley, Sebastian and Emme.
A light is from our household gone,
A voice we loved is stilled;
A place is vacant at our hearth,
Which never can be filled.
A service to celebrate Wayne’s life will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin, at 2pm, on Monday August 3.
The service will be livestreamed on gillions.co.nz/kiwi-channel.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated and can be left at the service.
Messages to the Marsh Family c/o PO Box 20, Tarras, 9347
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PICKWELL, Mignon Elaine Margaret
Passed away suddenly on Sunday 19 July 2026, in her 80th year.
Much loved sister of Warwick Pickwell, sister-in-law of Aileen Pickwell and Aunt to Gary, Andrew and Jon Pickwell. Mignon will be sadly missed by family and friends.
A service to celebrate Mignon’s life will be held at St Paul’s Anglican Cathedral, The Octagon, Dunedin on Thursday 30th July at 1 pm.
The service will be live streamed on https://www.gillions.co.nz/kea-channel
In lieu of flowers, a donation to Anglican Family Care would be appreciated and can be left at the service.
Message to the Pickwell Family, c/- Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road Dunedin, 9012
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HAMILTON, Mark William
Peacefully on July 18, 2026, at his home in Dunedin, aged 64 years.
Much loved son of Margaret and the late Billy, and their partners Colin and Marie. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Lynn and Lex Bruning, and John. Loved uncle, great uncle and friend.
The family wish to thank the staff at Carrol Street Trust for the love and care shown to Mark over the years.
A private family gathering has been held.
Messages to Hamilton Family C-o Gillions Funeral services, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin 9012
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OLSEN, Christine Mary Patricia (Pat)
Peacefully, on July 16, 2026, at Ross Home and Hospital Dunedin; in her 100th year.
Loved wife of the late Arthur, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Annette and Craig (Brisbane), Paul and Sandra (Oamaru), cherished Grandma of Kerryn, Chris, Shaun, and Carl.
A requiem mass to celebrate Christine's life will be held in Sacred Heart Church, 89 North Road Dunedin, at 11am on Wednesday, July 22, followed by interment in the Anderson’s Bay Cemetery.
The family wish to thank the staff at Ross Home and Hospital for the love and care shown to Christine over the years.
Messages to Olsen Family c/- Gillions, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin 9012
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PATERSON, Grace McCrorie
At Dunedin Hospital, surrounded by family, on July 13, 2026, aged 91 years.
Dearly loved wife of the late Ron loved mother and mother-in-law of Pam and Stephen, Judy and Mike, Garry and Karen, Raewyn and the late Phil. Cherished Nana of Carly, Vanessa, Amanda, Erika, Gemma, Matthew, Sarah & Zoe. Loving great Nana of 16 great grandchildren.
A service to celebrate Grace's life will be held at Gillion's Chapel 407 Hillside Road at 2:00PM on Monday July 20.
In lieu of flowers donations to St John Ambulance would be appreciated and can be left at the service.
Messages to the Paterson family C/-Gillions Funeral services, 9012
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SHARMAN, Janette Kathleen (nee Dixon)
Passed away peacefully at Dunedin hospital on Sunday July 5, aged 87 years.
Dearly loved mother, grandmother, sister and friend.
In accordance with the family's wishes, a private service will be held for family to celebrate Janette's life.
Messages to the Sharman family c/- Gillions Funeral Services
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MANN, Jessie Eileen (nee Tily)
On Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at Dunedin Public Hospital; aged 87 years.
Loved wife of the late Ken Mann, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul and Tania, Carolyn and Robin.
Special thanks to the staff of Ward 8 Med for their care of Mum.
At Jessie's request a private cremation has taken place.
A memorial gathering to celebrate Jessie's life will be held at the RSA Diggers Restaurant, 6 Church St, Mosgiel at 2pm on Saturday, 18 July.
Messages to the Mann Family c/- Gillions, 407 Hillside Rd, Dunedin 9012.
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GREIG, James Richard 'Jim'
Peacefully, on June 28, 2026, with family by his side; aged 86 years.
Cherished husband of Esther for over 60 years. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Karen and Richard, Alison and Ryan, and Richard Leslie*; adored Grandad of Ashley, Rosa, Lachie, and Jamie. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Bill* and Lyn*, Bob* and Margaret, Terry and Jan, and Ted and Katharine. (* denotes deceased).
An inspirational teacher, and a good friend and colleague to many throughout his teaching career, sporting pursuits, and dedicated service to school and sporting communities.
Special thanks to Hato Hone St Johns, Ward 8 Medical at Dunedin Hospital, and the staff at Summerset at Bishopscourt.
A private family farewell has be held. Donations in lieu of flowers to Hato Hone St Johns would be appreciated.
Messages to Esther and family c/- Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin 9012.
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KEAST, Karen Mary
After a long illness, on Sunday July 5, 2026. Loving partner of Craig, a cherished Mum, Nana and sister.
The family would like to thank all the Access carers and The Otago Community Hospice for their support and care.
A service for Karen will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin at 2pm on Monday July 13. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Otago Community Hospice would be greatly appreciated and can be left at the service.
Messages to the Keast family C/- Gillions Funeral Services
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CHAPMAN, John Michael
03/06/1938 - 07/06/2026
Suddenly, at his home, in his eighty-ninth year.
Dearly loved eldest son of Mildred* and James* Chapman, brother of Peter*, Brian, and Janice (Wales), and brother-in-law of Monica (Queensland). (*Denotes deceased). Sadly missed by his family and friends.
A Requiem Mass to celebrate John’s life will be held at St Patrick’s Basilica, 40 Macandrew Road, 1pm, Friday July 10, followed by a burial at Dunedin Cemetery 1pm Monday July 13.
Messages to the Chapman family c/- P.O. Box 909, Dunedin, 9054
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NICHOLLS, Judith Olivia (nee Wright)
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 4, 2026 after a decline in her health in recent years.
Dearly loved wife of Colin (RIP) and mother and mother-in-law to Jenni, David and Sandra and Barbara and Tracey, and treasured nana to Angus, Jed and Perri. She was the loved youngest daughter of Douglas and Frances Wright, loved sister to Catherine (RIP), Shirley (RIP) and Lucille(RIP), and loved aunt to her nieces and nephews.
A service to celebrate Judith's life will be held at Gillions Chapel, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin at 10am on Saturday July 11 2026 followed later by a private cremation.
In lieu of flowers a donation to Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated and can be left at the service.
A big thank to the staff of Leslie Groves Rest Home and Hospital for the wonderful care they have given Judith over the past 6 years.
The service will be live streamed on gillions.co.nz/kiwi-channel
Messages to the Nicholls family, c/- 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin, 9012
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DELANEY, Diane Susan
On July 01, 2026; aged 75 years. Peacefully at her home, with her husband and soul mate Butch by her side.
Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Lee, Dean and Paula, Mark and the late Aqua. Much loved Nani of Ben and Oliver and loved Nana to Harper. A loved aunt to all her nieces and nephews.
Special thanks to Dr Sam Whittaker (Mornington Health Centre), the Otago Community Hospice (Residential Care Team), and the St John Ambulance teams for all their care and compassion shown to Diane.
A Requiem mass for Diane will be celebrated in St Patrick's Basilica, 40 MacAndrew Road, Dunedin at 10:30am on Tuesday, July 7.
Messages to The Delaney Family c/o Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin 9012.
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FOGARTY, Audrey Winifred (nee Souness)
Died peacefully, on Tuesday 30th June 2026; in her 98th year.
Much loved wife of the late Bill and dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Joan and Dermot, Maree and Gary, Yvonne and Tony, Kevin, John, Terry, Barbara and Ian, Catherine, Kerry and Stuart, treasured Grandma to her 23 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren.
'Rest in peace'
A Requiem Mass for Audrey will be celebrated in St Patrick's Basilica, 32 Macandrew Road, South Dunedin, at 11am, on Monday July 6.
The mass will be live streamed at www.youtube.com/@MercyParishWhanauAroha/streams
Messages to the Fogarty Family, 3 De Carle Street, St Kilda, Dunedin 9012.
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MCMILLAN, Carmen Jane (nee Trotter)
Recently passed away unexpectedly at home; aged 53 years.
Loved mother of McKay and partner Ben, loved daughter of Pauline and Andrew Moffat, and loved sister of Jarrod Trotter, Scott Trotter, and Lawren Stannard.
A memorial service to celebrate Carmen's life will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin at 1.30pm on Saturday, 11 July.
The service can be viewed via livestream at https://www.gillions.co.nz/kiwi-channel.
Messages to Carmen's family c/- Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin 9012 or office@gillions.co.nz

