Death Notices
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HAINES, Claire Alicia (nee Conway)
Peacefully, surrounded by family at Summerset Bishopscourt; in her 99th year.
Dearly loved wife of the late Peter, treasured mother and mother-in-law of Mary and Martin (Melbourne), Louise and Paul (Picton), Paula and Phil (Nelson), Chris (Invercargill), Vince and Val (Perth), the late Jo (Albert Town) and partner Alan, Sara and Ian (Dunedin), adored grandmother and great-grandmother to 16 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren (and their partners).
Dedicated teacher (St Peter Chanel, Green Island; St Bernadettes, Forbury). Committed member of Rotary (Timaru and Dunedin). Dedicated Hospice volunteer.
The family would like to thank the amazing staff of Summerset Bishopscourt for their loving and respectful care of their mum.
A Requiem Mass will be celebrated in St Francis Xavier Church, 31 Benhar Street, Maryhill, Mornington, at 2pm on Tuesday June 2, followed by interment in Timaru at a later date.
The Mass will be livestreamed on www.gillions.co.nz/kea-channel.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice New Zealand would be appreciated, and may be left at the service.
Messages to the Haines Family, c/o Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin or paulahaines@xtra.co.nz.
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JAMIESON, Donald Graham (Don)
Died peacefully on May 21 at Radius Fulton Home in Dunedin, aged 91 years.
Son of Arthur* and Lilian* Jamieson, brother of Ian*, loved husband of Jan Hollebon* and former husband of Glennie Jamieson*, loved father and father-in-law of Philippa and Deb, Helen and Andy, Quentin and Angela, and Grandpa of Rowan, Rata and Douglas, loved stepfather of the Hollebons: Dean, Tod and Heather, Brad and Kim, Duncan, and Jamie, and of all his step-grandchildren and step-greatgrandchildren.
(* denotes deceased)
A good friend and colleague of many through his library career, especially at Otago Medical School library, and groups including the Genealogical Society, Archives and Records Association, Dunedin Scandinavian Club, Hill City Harriers.
A funeral service for Don will be held at Gillions Chapel, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin, at 2pm, on Friday May 29, followed by cremation.
The service can be viewed via livestream at www.gillions.co.nz/kiwi-channel
Messages to the Jamieson Family c/o Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin 9012.
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WITHEROW, Margaret Lois (Lois)
Peacefully on May 5th, 2026, in Dunedin Hospital: aged 82 Years.
Dearly loved Mother of Alex, loved daughter and sister of all her family back in Northern Ireland.
A Service for Lois will be held in Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road Dunedin at 10:30am on Monday May 25th.
Messages to Witherow family C- Gillions Funeral services.
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FRASER, Donald Thomas (Don)
Unexpectedly, after a short illness, on Saturday, May 16, at Sacred Heart Home and Hospital (Little Sisters of the Poor), surrounded by his loving family; aged 78 years.
Dearly loved husband of Annie (Ann), much loved father and father-in-law of Rebecca and Andrew Corbett, Hamish and Anna Fraser, cherished Grandad Don of Alysha and Tony, Harrison, James, and Tommy, loved son of Jim* and Moira* Fraser, loved member of the extended Fraserand Doig families. (*denotes deceased).
Special thanks to all the staff at Sacred Heart Home and Hospital (LSOP) for their loving care of Don and our family.
A service to celebrate Don's life will be held in the chapel at Sacred Heart Home and Hospital (Little Sisters of the Poor), 295 Brockville Road, Dunedin at 11am on Wednesday, May 20, followed by a private family burial.
Livestream at https://www.gillions.co.nz/kea-channel.
Messages to the Fraser family Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin 9012.
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WHEELER, Casey Leigh (KC)
Passed away on May 1st, 2026, aged 33 years.
Dearly loved daughter of Sherie and Phil, beloved fiancée of Daniel, and a cherished granddaughter and sister. KC will be deeply missed by her extended family, friends and pets who brought her much joy and comfort.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate her life at Gillion’s Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road Dunedin, at 2pm on Saturday 16th May.
Messages to Wheeler Family C-o Gillions Funeral Services
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NEVILL, Elizabeth Helen (Liz) (Nee Robb)
On April 25, 2026, at Dunedin Hospital in her 80th year.
Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Pete and Leah, and Jamie. Loved Gma of Tom, Toby, Mya, Ruby and George. Great grandmother of Henry.
A graveside service to celebrate Liz's life will be held at Andersons Bay Cemetery, Tahuna Road Dunedin (first entrance past Chisholm Park Golf Course) at 1:30pm, on Monday May 4th.
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McCABE, Jane Marie
Peacefully on April 27th, 2026, at the Otago Community Hospice
Dearly loved partner of Luke, loved daughter of Don and Barbara, loved sister and sister-in-law of Helen and James, Harley and Stephen, loved Aunty of Sunny, Hazel and Anika
Special thanks to the team at the Otago Community Hospice and Cabrini Hospital, Melbourne for their care of Jane.
A service for Jane will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road Dunedin at 11am on Thursday April 30th.
Jane's service will be live streamed on www.gillions.co.nz/kiwi-channel
Messages C/- Gillions Funeral Services
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TODD, Elizabeth Barbara (née Davie)
Died peacefully, on Sunday morning, April 19, 2026, at her daughter Penelope’s home in Dunedin, in the presence of family; aged 91 years.
Beloved wife of the late Andrew, cherished Mum and mother-in-law to Hugh and Barbie, Penelope and Raymond, Chris and Ruth, Bill and Elif, and Kate, dear Granny to Sophie, Alex, Jonathan, Jessica, Reuben, Katrina, Daniel, Zeynep, and Hana and their spouses and partners, and Great Granny to Spencer, Emerson, Juliette, Te Aka and Kawaii.
A funeral for Elizabeth will be held at Gillions, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin, at 2pm, on Wednesday April 22, followed by afternoon tea.
Messages to the Todd Family C/- 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin 9012
Vivere!
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DUNCAN, Michael John (Mike)
Peacefully on April 7th 2026, in Dunedin Hospital.
Dearly loved soul mate of Jenni for 49 Years, dearly loved father of Stevo, and Renee, loved granddad of Lily, Ash, Emily and Evie, loved son of Pauline and Jim. A loved Brother and Uncle.
At Mikes request a private family gathering has been held.
Messages to 17a Law StreetDunedin 9012
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LESTER, Desmond John (John)
Peacefully with family by his side in his 91st year.
Treasured and dearly loved by Naomi, Martin, Mel, Jessica, Olivia, Derek, Nicky, Evie and Graciana.
Our sincere and heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff at Oxford Court for their exceptional love, care and support over the past year.
At John's request a private family gathering has been held
Messages to the Lester family C/- Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin 9012
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MATHEWS, Mary Ann (Coles)
Unexpectedly on Thursday April 2 at home, aged 85 years.
Loved wife of the late John, cherished mother and mother-in-law of Liz and Cam, Chris and Jude, Simon and Geraldine.
Adorednany of Ben, Alys, Ella and Grace. A service to celebrate Mary Ann’s life will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside road, South Dunedin at 10:30am Wednesday April 8 followed by a private burial.
Mary Ann's service will be livestreamed and can be viewed at www.gillions.co.nz/kiwi-channel
Messages to the Mathews family C/- 9 Smugglers Cove, Sumner, Christchurch 8081
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McCAMMON, Margaret
Suddenly, on Sunday, March 29, 2026; aged 88 years.
Dearly loved wife and best friend of Brian*, loved mother of Ross and Sheryl, Julie and Geoff Crosswell, Rowan and Georgina (Australia), loved Grandma of Rhys and Billie, Tess and Pedro, Jed and Becs, Chas and Brooke, Michael and Jacinta and Richard, great-grandmother to Frankie and Mila, sister of Graeme and Val*, and Bill* and Jean*, sister-in-law of Ann and Doug*, Alison and Des*. (* denotes deceased)
A private (family) cremation to be held on Wednesday, April 8, with a memorial service to celebrate Margaret’s life held at Gillions, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin, at 2pm, on Saturday, April 11.
The Family would very much like to thank staff at Green Island Fresh Choice, St John Ambulance and doctors and nurses at Dunedin Hospital ED. You were all so kind, caring and helpful. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hato Hone St. John would be appreciated.
Messages to 10 Luss Rd, Company Bay, Dunedin 9014.
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LUCAS, Lawrence (Laurie)
Peacefully, on March 23, 2026, in Dunedin; aged 95 years.
Dearly loved husband of Lois*, much loved father of Marilyn, Ross, and Stephen, loved Granddad of Daniel, Michael; Katherine, and Sam, loved Great Granddad of Eli, loved brother and brother-in-law of Rewa and Michael, Harry*, Shirley*, Gilbert*; and Patricia*, also a loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. (*denotes deceased)
A service for Laurie will be held at Gillions, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin, at 2pm, on Friday, March 27

