11.9.1928 – 10.6.2025

Passed away peacefully at Sacred Heart Home, Dunedin aged 96.

Dearly loved wife of the late Thomas Ramsay.

Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Peter and Wendy (Auckland), treasured Grandma of Rebecca and Jonathan.

Very special thanks to the Little Sisters and staff for their lovely care of Zita. You all truly made it a home for her.

A service for Zita will be held in St Michael the Archangel Antiochian Orthodox Church, 72 Fingall Street, South Dunedin at 11am on Thursday 12 June.

Messages to the Ramsay family, c/- 34 John Gill Road, Shelly Park, Auckland 2014

Unexpectedly on Wednesday 7 June 2025, at home in Dunedin. 

Dearly loved husband of the late Margaret, very much-loved father, father-in-law and Granddad of Maria, Brent*, Wayne  Oliver, Antonia, Xavier; Gerard; Teresa*, Ratanak, Jack and Sofia. 

A Mass to celebrate Mike’s life will be held on Wednesday 11 June 2025 at 10am,  at Holy Name Church, 400 Great King Street, North Dunedin 

May he rest in peace. 

*Denotes deceased 

Messages c/- Gillions, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin 9012. 

Passed away peacefully in her sleep on 31 May 2025, in her 95 year 

Remembered by family and friends for her presence throughout their lives and the lasting impressions she left behind.

A memorial service to acknowledge and reflect Joan’s life will be held in Gillions Chapel 407 Hillside Road on Saturday 7 June at 10:30am. All are welcome.

Now at rest.

(formerly Murray, nee Simpson)

24.5.1943 – 24.5 2025

Passed away peacefully at Leslie Groves Hospital on her birthday, aged 82 years.

Adored and dearly loved wife of the late Patrick (Pat) Klimeck. A beautiful, cherished and much loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Raewyn (Rangiora), Robyn and Gavin (Melbourne), and Sandra and Brendon (Dunedin). Treasured Nana/Nana Helen of Max and Jack, Taylor and Jayke, Bradley and Connor.

Very special thanks to the staff at Birchleigh Janefield Wing, for the lovely care of Helen and more recently, for the excellent care at Leslie Groves Taieri Unit. We are very appreciative for the dignity, kindness and caring that was given to Mum while in your care. 

In accordance with Helen’s wishes, a private cremation has been held, with a family gathering to follow at a later date. Messages to The Klimeck Family, C/- 5 Kaka Road, St Leonards, Dunedin 9022.

Peacefully at Highview Rest Home, Dunedin on Sunday 1 June 2025.

Loved brother of Edward*,  Lynette, Jack and Terence.

A private cremation for Lawrence has been held.

*denotes deceased

Peacefully on Thursday 22nd May 2025 in Yvette Williams Retirement Village Dunedin,

Aged 81 Years

Much loved daughter of the late Garth and Alison Richards, and  loved sister and sister-in-law of Graham and Donna.

A special and loved aunty to David and Tim.

Much loved friend of Sonya and Anika 

Loved great Aunt of Theo, Fredrick and Ezra

A loved friend to many.

At Lola’s request a private cremation has been held

A Brave fighter at peace   

 Messages to 8 Hewitts Road Woodend North Canterbury 7610

15/7/53 – 19/5/25

Peacefully at Dunedin Hospital surrounded by his family aged 71 years

Loved partner of Wendy

Loved father of Blair, Fraser, Vaughan and Brendon

Cherished grandad of Dylan

At Malcolms request a private family service has been held

Messages to the Mackenzie family c/- 15 Bann street, Wellington 6023

19/12/64 – 17/5/25 

Unexpectedly but peacefully at home on Saturday 17th May 2025 

Loved wife of Ian.

Loved Mother, Stepmother and Mother-in-law of Michael, Lisa & Waata, Kahla & Andrew, Nick, Colin & Amanda, Andrew & Michelle

A cherished Grandma to all her grandchildren

A service to celebrate Karen's life will be held at 11am on Friday 23rd May at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin 

Messages to the Gray family c/- Gillions Funeral services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin 9012 .

Roka and Kerry would like to announce that Christopher has passed, suddenly, at Dunedin Hospital, on May 14, 2025; aged 47. 

Cherished Te Whanau Arohanui member and friend. Christopher is lying in state at Te Whanau Arohanui, Foyle Street, Waitati.  

A service to celebrate Christopher's life will be held at Te Whanau Arohanui on Monday, May 19, at 11 a.m., followed by a burial at the Waitati Cemetery.

peacefully in Dunedin, on Saturday, May 10, 2025.

Beloved wife and best friend of Grant.

Dearly loved mother of Alex and Jarrod and mother-in-law of Georgina and Tash.

Adored Oma of Luke. Loved sister and sister-in-law of John and Helen, Yvonne and John, Ing and Garry ,Maria and David, Lynne and Laurie, and Jan.

A cherished aunt to her many nieces, nephews and cousins, a dear friend to many.

Rita will be deeply missed and forever remembered with love.

A service to celebrate Rita’s life will be held on Friday, May 16th  at 11:00 a.m. in  St Francis Xavier Church , Benhar Street, Mornington, 

In lieu of flowers, donations to Otago Hospice would be greatly appreciated and can be left at the service 

Rita is resting at Gillions Funeral Services. If you would like to visit her, please contact Gillions directly on (03) 455 2128 to arrange a time.

Messages c/o Gillions Funeral Services 407 Hillside Road Dunedin 9012

17-11-1936 – 05-05-2025

Dearly loved husband of the late Mona.

Loved father and father-in-law of Diane and Mike, Mike and Kerri, Brenda and Gary, Mark and Heather.

A loved Grandad and Great grandad 

The family wish to thank the Dunedin Hospital staff for the wonderful care Len received.

A service to celebrate Lens' life will be held, 10am on Saturday 10th May at Gillions funeral services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin followed by burial at Greenpark Cemetery.

Len's service can also be viewed here

Messages to the Ramsay Family c/- PO Box 2131, South Dunedin 

15.06.1950 – 20.04.2025

On 30th April 2025.

Loved son of Eleanor* and Michael* Williamson and brother of Caryl* (*denotes deceased). 

A keen enthusiast on shipping and European culture. 

A keen traveller at rest. 

No flowers please. Donations to Diabetes New Zealand (Otago)

A memorial service will be held at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin, on Wednesday, 14th May 2025 at 11 am. 

On Monday  28th April 2025, at his home in Dunedin.

Beloved husband of Genevieve.

Dedicated father to Daniel, Benjamin, Nikolaas and Isabella 

Treasured son, son-in-law, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great uncle, nephew, cousin and friend.

A service to celebrate Ru’s life will be held on Friday, 2nd May at 2 pm in Gillions Chapel, 407 Hillside Rd, Dunedin 9012.

All welcome .

Messages to Greenwood Family c/o Gillions Funeral Services 

Passed away peacefully at Highview Rest Home and Hospital with his immediate family by his side at 9.32pm, on 27 April 2025; in his 90th year. 

Soul mate of Edna for 69 years, married for 66.

Loved father of Adrian, Debbie, Philip, and Vanessa.   

11 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren survive him.  

Many thanks for the wonderful care from the Highview Rest Home staff for the past five years.

Pain-free at last.

A service will be held on Saturday, May 3, at 11am, in Gillions Chapel, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin.

Donations for St John Ambulance are appreciated.

Peacefully on Friday 25th April 2025 in Marne Street Home and Hospital, Dunedin, aged 78 years.

Much loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Kim and Darrel Beazley, and  Nick and Regina Kummer.

A loved Grandmother and Great Grandmother.

A Private cremation has been held 

Messages to 42 Mason Heights  Warkworth Auckland 0910

Peacefully On Friday April 25th, 2025, in The Otago Community Hospice, in her 96th year.

Dearly loved wife of the late Victor (Vic) Boyens.

Loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Lynnette (deceased) and Kevin Keogh, John and Elsie Boyens (Napier), Gaye and Dave Brooks. 

Much-loved grandma of Debbie, Richard, Michael, Andrew, Richard, Linda, David and Paul, and devoted Great Grandma of her nine great grandchildren.

A Requiem Mass for Dawn will be celebrated on Friday, May 2nd at 11 am in St Patrick’s Basilica, 40 MacAndrew Road, South Dunedin. 

A Rosary will be recited Thursday May 1st at 6.00pm, in the mercy chapel, MacAndrew Road.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated, and can be left at the service. 

Messages to Boyens Family, c/o Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin 9012

Passed away peaecfully, on April 16, 2025.; age 75 years.

Love wife of the late Brian Irvine.

Loved mother and mother-in-law of Susan and Mark Tebbutt and Jane Irvine.

Awesome Nana to Hannah, Manawa and Kaia, Matthew and Amber, Hoani and Carys, and Lilly.

Loved sister and sister-in-law of Linda and John Cook and the extended Irvine family.

At Jill's request, a private service has been held.

Messages to 36 Elwyn Crescent, Green Island, Dunedin. 9018

Peacefully at home on Monday 21st April 2025. 

As Anne wished a private family farewell was held

Messages for Anne’s family C/- Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin 9012 

Online tributes can be left here

On Wednesday 23rd April 2025, in Dunedin Hospital, aged 93 years.

Dearly loved Husband of the late Joan.

Loved father and father-in-law of Wayne and Donna, and the late Glen.

Loved Grandad of Sam and Shaun Clayton, Amy and Adam Pearce, and Nicole and Tony Biemond.

Loved great-grandad of Zoe, Jackson, Xavier and Elliot.

A celebration of Noel’s Life will be held on Tuesday, 29th April 2025 at 1 pm in Gillions Chapel, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin 9012.

Noel's service can be viewed here

Messages to the Madigan Family c/o of Gillions Funeral Services     

Passed away peacefully at his home in Portobello with his family by his side, in the early hours of Good Friday, 18th April 2025 

Loving son of the late Henny,

Loving brother of Trisha and Gerrit

Much loved father of Julia, Chloe, Nathan and Sophia

Beloved grandfather of Aaliyah, Skai, Genesis, Abigail and the one in the oven 

At John’s request a private cremation has been held, memorial details to follow 

Messages to the Monachan family c/- PO Box 624, Wanaka 9305

20-08-1933 – 19-04-2025 

Peacefully passed away in her 91st year on Saturday, 19th April 2025, in Dunedin.

Loving wife of the late Peter MacDonald.

Loving mother of the late Alexander and the late Olive, Peter and Lex.

Cherished Nana of Jared, Amy, Rebecca, Jesse, Alexander and Sarah, Great Grandmother to Olivia and Megan.

The family would like to thank the Staff at Radius Fulton and the Dunedin Hospital for their care of Ruth.

A service to celebrate Ruth’s life will be held on Thursday, 24th April at 11 am at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin. 

Ruth's service will be live-streamed and can be viewed here.

Messages to the MacDonald Family c/- Gillions Funeral Services 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin 9012 

Peacefully on Monday 14th April 2025 at his home in Dunedin, aged 70 years.

Dearly beloved partner of Margot.

 Dearly lovedson-in-law of Barbara, loved brother-in-law to Shelley and Karen.

Much loved and respected friend and work colleague of Marty and Julia, and everyone at Burnside Landfill.

Peter’s family wish to thank the R.D.N.S, the staff at Ward 8c, Dunedin Hospital, and the Otago Community Hospice, for the care and compassion shown to Peter.

 In lieu of flowers, donations to the Otago Community Hospice would be much appreciated.

At Peter's request a private cremation has been held.

Messages to 58 College Street Caversham, Dunedin 9012   

Peacefully on Sunday 13th April, 2025, in Leslie Groves Hospital, Dunedin; aged 73 years

Loved father of Lavinia and Lexie

Loved grandad of Alba.

Loved brother and brother-in-law of Mary & Alan and Andy & Betty.

Loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews

The family wish to thank the staff at Leslie Groves Hospital for their care of John over the years.

A celebration of John’s life will be held on Thursday, 17th April at 11 am in Gillions Chapel, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin.

Messages to:  The Whyte Family, C/- Gillions, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin, 9012

Peacefully on Thursda,y 10th

April 2025 at Yvette Williams Retirement Village, Dunedin, in her 92nd year.

Dearly loved wife of the late Alan.

Dearly loved mum and grandmother of Janice, Michael, Rhonda and their families in New Zealand and Australia.

As per Dorothy’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.

Messages to 1 Camp Road Pukehiki, Dunedin 9077

Peacefully, after a short illness on Friday 11th April 2025 in Summerset at Bishopscourt Dunedin, in her 96th year.

Dearly loved wife of the Late Barry

Treasured Mum/Ma of Bevan, Cheryl and Brett Cameron, and Denise Day

Adored Nan of Sophie Cameron

The family would like to acknowledge Brad Aitcheson and his Summerset team, for their outstanding care of Nola

 At Nola’s request a private family celebration has been held.

Messages to 224 Highcliff Road Dunedin 9013 

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JAMES, Nola Jean

Peacefully,after a short illness on Friday 11th April 2025 in Summerset at Bishopscourt Dunedin, in her 96th year.

Very special only Auntie of Glenda, Gary and Robyn and their families.

Passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday 5th April 2025.

Loving wife of the late Bob Stevenson.

Daughter of the late (George) Lindsay Craig (b.1895)

and Iris Craig (b 5-4-1910)

Survived by her loved sister Linda Craig of Alexandra.

Mother and mother-in-law of Teresa and Etienne, Christine, and John.

Beloved nana of Gemma, Hayley and Alexander, Ida, and Matthew and new great grandson Sebastian.

At Erelene’s request a private service has been held.

Messages to the Stevenson family c/o- 95 Opoho Road, Dunedin 9010

Passed away peacefully at Highview Rest Home, in Dunedin on Friday, 4th April 2025, aged 85 years.

Loved wife of David.

Loved mum of Anna and Michael and loved mother in law of Stephen.

Beloved granny of Henry, Alice and Lizzie.

The family wish to thank the staff at Ross Home, Thornbury House and Highview Rest Home for their care in Pat's final weeks.

A private family service to be held.

Messages to the Corballis family c/- Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin 9012. 

The family respectfully decline flowers

Online tributes can be left here

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Dunedin Hospital on Thursday 3rd April 2025, aged 58 years 

Dearly loved wife of Doug

Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Shannon, Amy and Daniel, and Nick 

Loved Nana of Hunter, Theo and Kobie 

Loved daughter of Ian and Lyn 

A loved sister and sister in law

The family wish to thank all the first responders and the staff at Dunedin Hospital for their care shown to Jenefer and the family

A service to celebrate Jenefer’s life will be held on Wednesday, 9th April, 11 am at Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road.

Messages for the Armishaw family c/- Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin 9012 

After a brave, well-fought battle, Sheree passed peacefully on Monday, March 31st, 2025; aged 63 years. 

Treasured soulmate of Bruce, 

Mum to John, sister to Rae, Alan, and Tony and Tracy. 

Daughter of Ewan East* and Isobel Blackler*, stepdaughter of Dennis. 

Daughter-in-law of Toni and Bob Fairhurst, sister-in-law to Jackie and Steve, Doug and Linda. 

Sheree was a renowned Cocker Spaniel breeder (Espaniel), and very active in the dog show world.

She was a pioneer in nursing informatics while at Nurse Maude, and a property manager with Bruce, in Dunedin. 

Her wisdom will be missed.

A private cremation has taken place in Dunedin. 

A celebration of Sheree’s life will be held at 2pm on Wednesday, April 9th, in the Hornby Club function room, 17 Carmen Road, Hornby, Christchurch.  

All friends and family are welcome. 

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19/01/36 – 26/03/25 

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 26th March in Dunedin 

Loving Wife, Mother, Sister, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and Aunt

At Judy’s request, a private service has been held at her home.

Judy will be missed by all who loved and knew her,

Messages to the Wyatt Family c/- 66 Norwich Street, Hamden 9410 

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On 19 March 2025, passed away peacefully at Leslie Groves Hospital Dunedin, in his 88th year.

Much loved husband of Cecilie.

Loved father of Emma, and grandfather of Kitty and Thomas.

A private service for Michael has been held.

Messages to 253 York Place Dunedin 9016 or cgeary777@gmail.com

Died  on Thursday, March20, 2025; aged 74.

Dearly loved by partner Colin, sister Linda, the Hayes family, Chanelle, Alan, Jack, and Ruby.

Thanks to Cheryl- family friend and supporter. 

Special thanks to the Otago Community Hospice, whose nursing staff provided exemplary and loving care for Shirley. 

A private cremation has been held.  

Jim died peacefully on Saturday 29 March 2025 at Leslie Groves Hospital, aged 99 years.

Loved partner of Eric for 58 years.

A big thank you to the staff at Leslie Groves Hospital.

At Jim’s request a private farewell has been held.

Passed away on Friday 21st March 2025 at Dunedin Public Hospital aged 70 years. 

Dearly loved son of the late Lewis and Betty 

Brother and Brother-in-law of Barry and Jane, and Sharon.

Uncle of Scott, Blair, Jess and Max

Great uncle of Millie, Macey, Lewis and Isla

The family wish to thank the staff at Redroofs Lifecare and ward 3C, Dunedin Public Hospital for their care shown to Dennis.

A service to celebrate the life of Dennis will be held at Gillions Chapel, 2 p.m. on Thursday 27th March 2025

Messages to the Mollison Family c/- Gillions Funeral Services, 407 Hillside Road, South Dunedin 9012 

Unexpectedly, in Dunedin, on Wednesday, March 19, 2025; aged 69.

Beloved Soulmate of Carolyn

Dearly loved by his children Sara, Aimee and Scott, Simon and Kyla, and Daniel and Natelle, and also by their children Frankie, Ruby, Vinnie, Bradley, Oakley, Charlie, and George.

Loved by his nephew, Richard. 

Cherished by his stepchildren Chris, Scott, Nick, Shannon, and Ana, and also by their children.

A service for Tim will be held at 11am, on Wednesday, March 26, in Gillions Chapel, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin, followed by a private cremation. 

Messages to the Aspinall Family, C/- Gillions Funeral Services. 

Passed away peacefully at Otago Community Hospice, on Wednesday, 19 March, 2025. 

Dearly beloved daughter of Arthur and Cicely; 

Loved sister of Heather, Terry, Neville, Lisa, and Rhonda; Loving mum of Jessica and Brad, Kim, and Rebecca

Adored Nanny of Paige, Liam, Marlee, Isaac, and Dallas. 

Loved Aunty of Patrick and Samantha. 

Special thanks to Dr. Chris Jackson of the Oncology Department at Dunedin Hospital, and to Caitlin and the team at Otago Community Hospice for their attentive care of Pauline. 

Donations to the Otago Community Hospice are greatly appreciated. 

A service for Pauline will be held at 2pm, Tuesday 25 March, in Gillions Chapel, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin. 

Messages to the family of Pauline Brown, C/- Gillions Funeral Services, or can be left here

 Suddenly at home in Dunedin on Friday the 14th of March 2025 in his 89th year.

Devoted husband of Shirley for 68 years.

Father of Ronald, John, Shane, Mark and the late Errol.

Dearly loved grandfather of Nikki, Michelle, Jaime, Lisa, Ronald and Regan.

Adored great grandfather of Rose, Oliver, Zac, Lumi, Alexa, Ariana and April 

Loved brother and brother-in-law of Ken and Sophie, Jack and Christine, Clive and Sandra, Elaine and the late Essy, Ivan and Valerie

A loved uncle to his nieces and nephews.

A private family service has been held

Sine Timore - Rest in Peace 

Messages to 148 Main South Road Green Island Dunedin 9018 

Died peacefully in Dunedin on Wednesday, 19 March 2025; in his 92nd year.

Dearly loved husband of Margaret.

Loved father and father-in-law of Jo and Colin, Claire, Sue and Graeme and Cher and Jim. 

Treasured granddad of five granddaughters and 3.5 great grandchildren (one even a boy!).

Special thanks to the staff of 7A of DPH, Hospice staff and the lovely staff at St Andrews for their very special care of us all.

Ken will have a private service, however a wake for friends will be held at 2pm, on Tuesday, 25 March 2025 at the St Clair Bowling Club, 13 Ings Avenue and a car park in Bay View Road.

“Everyone is entitled to my opinion”

Peacefully at home in Dunedin on the 10th March aged 75.

Dearly loved and sorely missed wife of Peter. 

Cherished mother and mother in law of Mark (Cambridge), Robert (Wellington), and Abigail & Simon Currie. 

Adored Oma of Ani, Lia & Penelope; George, James & William Currie. 

Beloved sister and sister in law of Gertruda (England), Franzine & Wiebe (Netherlands), Carla & Bob (Netherlands). 

We are very grateful to the Otago Community Hospice for their support which enabled us to care for Agnes at home. 

Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Joseph’s Cathedral, Rattray St, Dunedin on Saturday the 15th March at 10.30am. 

Rosary will be held at St Joseph’s Cathedral on Friday 14th March at 7pm.  

Agnes' service can be viewed here.

Messages to: The Kitchin Family, 407 Hillside Road, Dunedin 9012

Requiescat in pace