Rankin, Rev Lawrence Joseph (Lawrie) JP (retd), RSA Padre (retd) Of Mosgiel. Peacfully after a brief illness at Dunedin Hospital on Friday 6th September 2024, aged 92. Dearly loved husband of Melva for 65 years. Loved father and father in law of David and Ping (Christchurch), and Mark (Tauranga). Loved Grandad of Matthew and Jeanette, Sean and Rosa, Xin and Olivia; Ruth, Ashleigh and Tom. Great Grandad of Theo, Sadie; Atlas; and Luca. A service for Lawrie will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road Mosgiel at 10.30am on Wednesday 11th September followed by private cremation. The service will be available to view via live-stream at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream Messages to P.O.Box 183 Mosgiel 9053.

Eaton, Elizabeth Margaret (Maggie) - nee Shannon 5.1.1929 - 4.9.2024 Peacefully at Yvette Williams on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. Dearly loved wife of the late Neville, treasured Mum and Maggie of Robynne and Kevin, Graeme and Debs, Pam and the late Chris, much loved Nanny and Nanna Maggie of all her grand-children, great grand-children and great great grand-child.. A service for Maggie will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 11am on Tuesday, September 10, followed by private cremation. Messages to 6A Duke St, Mosgiel 9024.

Wispinski, Darren William Passed away suddenly, on August 28, 2024, in the arms of his beloved wife, Karen. Loving and wonderful dad of Lucy, Ruby, and Stella, son of Gaynor and the late Ron, brother, brother-in-law, and uncle of Mark, Desiree, Jonty, and Sophie, brother-in-law of Rachel and Chris McAnally, and a true friend of Simon Struthers.  A service for Darren will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 10.30am, on Friday September 6. Darren’s service will also be Livestreamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream - Messages to 109 Chain Hills Road, RD1 Dunedin 9076

RODDA, Valerie Nell Passed away peacefully on August 30, 2024, at Janefield Dementia Care, Mosgiel, surrounded by her loving family; aged 91. Dearly loved wife of John for 64 years, loved mum of Nicole and Tony* Pilton, and Phil and Tania, loved Grandma of Adam*, and Stephen; and Tamzyn*, step Grandmother of Daniel, Cody, and Jordan, Great Grandma of Grace. A very special thank you to all the staff at Janefield for their love and care of Val over the last 18 months. A celebration of Val’s life will be held in Campbell and sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2.00 p.m., on Thursday, September 5. Followed by private cremation. *Denotes deceased Messages to The Rodda family c/o- PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053

Coakley, Rosaleen Marguerite (Rose) On August 30, 2024, after a short battle, Rose passed peacefully, with her much loved daughter Shayne by her side. A loved and treasured Mum, mother-in-law and Gran of Shayne, Michael, Jake, and Regan Miller. Rose is survived by her four daughters, Stephanie (Dunedin), Shayne (Fairfield), Teresa (Napier) and Trish (Whanganui), her grand children and great-grandchildren and was loved by many friends. The Miller family wish to thank Dr John Heydon for his care and support of Mum during her short battle, all the home-help carers who looked after Mum while she was living in her own home and the staff at Mossbrae Lifecare for their care and kindness during her short stay with them. A Requiem Mass to celebrate the life of Rose will be held in St Mary’s Parish Church, 89 Church Street, Mosgiel, at 2pm, on Wednesday, September 4, followed by private cremation. - Messages to The Miller Family, 16 Saddleview Place, Fairfield, Dunedin 9018.

FINDLAY, Beverley Joan Peacefully, on Tuesday, August 27, at Dunedin Hospital. Loved wife of the late Russell, mum of Diane, Jude, Bronwyn and Ken, Gary and Denise, Nana to Jason, Andrew, Wiki, Gary, Whare, Adam, Erin, Ben, Hayley and Phil, Sam and Scott, Rory and Holly, Great Nana to Ella, Vann, Lucas, Cailyn, Montana, Luke, Mackenzie and Arthur. A service to celebrate Beverley’s life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 11am, on Monday, September 2. The service will be available to view via live-stream at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream In lieu of flowers donations to Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 19 Irvine St, Mosgiel 9024

Wyllie, Ian Robert Died peacefully after a brief illness on Thursday August 22 2024, at Birchleigh Residental Care Centre, Mosgiel; aged 88 years. Dearly loved son of Dorrie* and Graham*, loved brother of Grant* and Marianne Dick and a loved uncle of his nieces and nephew (* denotes deceased). Grateful thanks to the staff of Birchleigh for their care of Ian during the last 18 months. A Memorial service for Ian will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 10:30 am on Saturday August 31st. Messages for the Wyllie family can be sent to P.O. Box 183 Mosgiel 9053

GILLESPIE, Allan Leslie (Les) 930212,RNZN, A.B - On August 24, 2024, peacefully, at Dunedin Hospital; aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Joan, loved husband of Ann*, loved and respected father, father-in-law and stepfather of David and Sharlene, Peter*, Neville and Nicky, Shane and Megan, and Glenn and Athena, a loved Granddad and Pop to all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, a loved brother and brother-in-law of Carol and John Fitzgerald, Dawn* and Jim* Sommerville, Huxley* and Doris Smith, Mary* and Ian Reid, Diane and Tony van Leewen, a loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Les’ life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 2pm on Wednesday August 28, followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Gillespie Family c/- PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053.

PALMER, Melanie Rae (Mel) - After a courageous battle, Mel left us on Saturday August 17, 2024, peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of her family and friends; aged 49 years young. Mel was the deeply loved wife and best friend of Darren, devoted and adored Mum of Rianna and Courtney, Erina, and Christie, treasured Nana of Lyla, Milah, and Cove, and Mum to her much loved fur babies. Forever Loved, Forever Missed, Never Forgotten Mel’s family would like to thank Tessa and the team at Mercy Cancer Care Unit, Dunedin Hospital Dr’s and staff, and Otago Community Hospice for their loving care. A celebration of Mel’s life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2pm on Friday August 23, followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service. The service will be livestreamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream Messages to The Palmer Family, 69 Dukes Road South, RD2, Mosgiel 9092.

MacDonell, Barbara May Peacefully, on Monday August 19, 2024, in the loving care of staff at Birchleigh Residential Care Centre, Mosgiel; aged 89 years. Most dearly loved and loving wife of the late Ray, most dearly loved Mum and mother-in-law of Peter and Carolyn (Auckland), Sue Hynes (Timaru), Deanne and Erin Barton, Michele Henderson (Dunedin), Stephen and Sue (Auckland) and John and Chris(Dunedin), dearly loved Nana and Great-Nana to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. ‘God saw that you were weary Mum and took you home to Dad. Forever loved and missed. R.I.P’ Requiem Mass will be celebrated in St Mary’s Parish Church, 89 Church Street, Mosgiel, at 11am, on Friday, August 23, followed by interment in Dunedin Cemetery. - Messages to 6 Kempthorne Place, Wakari, Dunedin 9010

Coombs, Elvie Joan - nee Hope On August 17, 2024, unexpectedly, at Dunedin Hospital; aged 85 years. Dearly loved mother of Michael, Debbie, and John, also a much loved Nan, Great-Nan, sister, sister-in-law, aunty and friend to many. A service for Elvie will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2pm, on Thursday, August 22. - Messages to 79D Gordon Road, Mosgiel 9024

LEYDEN, Kieran John - Peacefully, on August 12, 2024, with his family by his side; in his 90th year. Cherished husband of Dawn*, much loved brother of Ean, Rayna, and Patsy*, much loved father of Janine, Philip, and Nicola, father-in-law of Chris, Louise, and Bruce, grandfather of Rebecca, Vanessa, Steve, Madeline, and Will, Great-grandfather of Arthur, George, and Leo. (*denotes deceased). Kieran’s family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Redroofs Lifecare and St Johns for assisting in his final days. A Memorial Service for Kieran will be held in Mill Creek Crematorium Chapel, 181 Dukes Road North, Mosgiel, at 2.30pm on Wednesday, August 21. Messages to The Leyden Family, 3 Orchard Grove, Mosgiel 9024.

FALCONER, Ronald Melville (Ron) ZL4RMF Peacefully at home, on Saturday, August 3, 2024; aged 71 years. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Neville*and Patricia* (Kaiwera), David and Kathleen* (Mataura, Geraldine, Mosgiel), Douglas* and Clare (Waikoikoi, Woodside, Brighton), dearly loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews, Diane and Geoff, Kathryn and John, Trish and Shane, Craig*, Peter and Cornel; Donna, Rick and Nikki, Brian and Rochelle; Murray, Stephen, Ross and Natalie, all of his great nieces and great nephews, and lastly good friend to “puss” and all of his HAM radio family. (* denotes deceased) A special thank you for the care and wonderful support of the Otago Community Hospice. A service to celebrate Ron’s life will be held in Southern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, at 1.30pm, on Friday, August 16, followed by interment at Charlton Park Cemetery. Flowers are respectfully declined. Messages to 351 Saddle Hill Road, RD1, Dunedin 9076

BRIDGER, Allan Clifford (ex NZ Fire Service) - Peacefully, on August 3, 2024 at home surrounded by family; in his 82nd year. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Shirley, proud father of Barbara, Christine, Anne, Helen, and Jenny, respected father-in-law of Ken, Stuart, Nathan, Andrew, and Tony*,  adored Grandad of Sarah, Rachel, James; Katherine, Charlotte; Emily, Spencer; Mitchell; William, and Imogen. (*denotes deceased) A life lived to the fullest, we will hold dear, all our special moments together.  Thank you to the staff at Otago Community Hospice for their care and compassion over Allan’s journey. A celebration of Allan’s life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 10.30am on Saturday August 10, followed by burial in the Allanton Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers donations to the Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service. The service will be live-streamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream Messages to 36A Forfar Street, Mosgiel 9024.

MIRAMS, Mary Elsie - On August 1, 2024, peacefully at home in Dunedin; aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Bill, loved Mum of Carolyn and John Shalders, Kathryn and Tony Henderson, Paul Growden, and Lisa Growden, a loved Nana to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, loved Mary of Sue Brown, Greg and Angela Mirams, Phil and Liz Mirams, a loved sister, sister-in-law, and aunty. Mary’s family would like to thank her carers Jo, Rochelle, and Kelly for their loving care. A celebration of Mary’s life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 2pm on Friday August 9, followed by private cremation. Messages to Mary’s Family, 40 Belgrave Crescent, Kaikorai, Dunedin 9010.

Streekstra, John Passed away, peacefully, at Ross Home, Dunedin, on July 30, 2024; aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Avis, much loved and respected father and father-in-law of Evan and Dianne, Pamela and Graham Hunter, and Valma and Colin Craig, loved grandfather of Sarah and Hamish, Peter and Ronél, Mel and Jeff, Amy and Damien; Jacob, Jessie, Campbell, and Kyla, and to all his 13 great-grandchildren “The best is yet to come” The family would like to acknowledge with thankfulness, the care that Dad (John) received from the staff at Ross Home. A service for John will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 1pm, on Monday, August 5, followed by private interment. Donations to The Leprosy Mission would be appreciated. - Messages to 18 Mount Grand Road, RD1, Burnside, Dunedin 9076

McKinlay, Janet (Rev) On July 27, 2024, at Dunedin Hospital, surrounded by family; aged 91 years. Much loved daughter of Esther* and Archibald* McKinlay, much loved sister and sister-in-law of Archie* and Mollie*, Henry* and Judith*, Catherine* and Robert*, John* and Christine, much loved and adoring auntie and great-auntie of John, Judith, and Clare; Jane, Tom, Richard, and Luke; Jenny, Anna and Liz; Alison, Malcolm, and Catherine, and their families. (* denotes deceased) Born in Lawrence and lived round the world before settling in her beloved Otago. Courageous and steadfast in her Christian faith. Heartfelt thanks to Matt and the rest of the extra special crew at the Cedars Unit at St Andrew's Rest Home for their love and care of Janet over the past 3 years. Also huge thanks to the incredible and caring staff on Ward 3B - Reno, Liz F, Marlies, Steph, Aaron, Irell, Maraea, and all those whose names we didn't know. You are all heroes. A service for Janet will be held in East Taieri Presbyterian Church, at 11am, on Thursday August 1, followed by private interment. To view the service via Livestream go to www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the IHC, one of the organisations dear to Janet's heart.

HALLBERG, Leslie Harold (Les) - Les passed away unexpectedly but peacefully, on Thursday July 25, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, at Dunedin Hospital; aged 77 years. Dearly loved husband of Jill, cherished father and father-in-law of Rhonda and Iain (Christchurch), Geoffrey and Courtney (Christchurch), Rodger and Julie (Greymouth) and Lynda and Gary Baskett (Dunedin), proud and adored Grandad of Mackenzie and Kendrick, and Kristian Hallberg; Sam, Ben, and Alex Baskett, loved son of the late Beth and Les Hallberg, and brother of Victor (Oamaru). A service for Les will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 1pm on Tuesday July 30, followed by private family burial in Dunedin Cemetery. Les’ service will be livestreamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream Messages to the Hallberg Family, PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053.

McDougall, Robyn Elizabeth - nee Wilson Unexpectedly, On July 22, 2024; aged 62 years. Treasured wife of Andrew for 43 years, devoted mother and mother-in-law of Glenn, Theresa and Matt Kerr, and Rebecca (Beccy) and Michael Ferguson, loved Nana of Tayla, Lieam, Isobel, Alice, Kenzie; Ethan (Charlie), Toby, Jamie; Emily, Caleb, Olivia (OP), and Mitchell, loved great grandmother of Oakley, loved daughter of Mary* and Bob* Wilson, loved daughter-in-law of Hughie*, Val* and Ian, loved sister and sister-in-law of Sandra and Dave Boock, Lynne Hayward and Murray Reeves, Tony* Wilson, Denise Kent, Carolyn Walters, Kevin Wilson*, and Graeme and Michelle Wilson, also a loved aunty to her nieces and nephews. (* denotes deceased) A service for Robyn will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2.30pm, on Monday, July 29, followed by private cremation. - Messages to 3 Doon Street, Mosgiel 9024.

Po Chu CHOIE Left us peacefully on 19 July 2024 at Te Hopai Hospital & Resthome, Wellington, surrounded by family; Aged 96 yrs. Beloved wife of the late Barry Mun Jai Choie (of Momona, Dunedin). Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law to Alan & Sonia, Ann & Eddie, Colleen & Greg, Linda & Takayuki, John*, Phillip & Miki. Much loved and cherished Mama and Poh Poh to Daniel, Timothy and Matthew; Jade and Trent; Ryan* and Alyssa; Jayden and Luke. Loved older sister to Pak Sang* and Lai Sang Au Yeung. “Forever in our hearts”. In lieu of flowers, online donations to Wellingon Free Ambulance at www.wfa.org.nz, would be appreciated. Messages to the Choie family may be left in Po Chu’s Tribute book: www.tributes.co.nz or c/- PO Box 183, Mosgiel, 9053. Special thanks and appreciation to the staff of Te Hopai who cared for Po Chu during her time there. A service to remember Po Chu will be held at Campbell & Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Rd, Mosgiel on Monday 29 July at 11.00 am. Followed by a burial at West Taieri Cemetary. *denotes deceased

McArthur, Douglas William Passed away, May 14, 2024, at St Andrew’s Home and Hospital, Dunedin; in his 97th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Estelle and the late Iolene, loving and much loved father and father-in-law of Bill and Karen, Jeanette and Les, and Neville, much loved Step-father Doug of Judith and Rex, Rachel and Richard, Thea and Peter, Richard and Therese, and Bronwyn and Warren, loved Grandad, Great-Grandad, and Great-Great Grandad. A memorial service to celebrate Doug’s life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 11am, on Saturday, July 27. - Messages to 22 Derby Street, Green Island, Dunedin 9018.

Low, Pamela Irene (Pam) Suddenly, at her home in Mosgiel with her loving husband, on Wednesday 17th July 2024, aged 76. Dearly loved wife of Alistair for 58 years. Much loved mother and mother in law of Sandi and Mike, Michelle  and the late Al.Loved Granma of Will, Sophie and Stacy.  A terrific big sister to all her siblings,and a marvlous Aunt to all her nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate the life of Pam will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 11.00am on Wednesday 24th July followed by private cremation.  Messages to 18 Fenty Place Mosgiel 

McLachlan, Allan Bruce (Bruce) formerly of Hunt Road Owaka, and Clarendon - On July 16, 2024, at Yvette Williams Retirement Village, Dunedin; aged 81 years. Much loved and respected husband of Kathleen for 54 years, loved and devoted Dad to Garth, Lianne and Rob, and Keri, loved and respected Grandad of Hannah;Troy and Kristen, Clayton, Brooke and Brendon, Jade and Logan; Paige and Perry, Olivia and McKay, and Liam, adored Great-grandad of Bailey, Lindy, and Brodie, much loved and respected NZ Dad of Ayako. The gates have opened to greener pastures A celebration of Bruce’s life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 2.00pm, on Tuesday July 23, followed by private cremation. The service will be live-streamed at www.cambellandsons.co.nz/live-stream Messages to the McLachlan Family c/- PO Box183, Mosgiel 9053.

Barkman, Jemima Madelene (Madelene) - nee Aitken Madelene passed away peacefully, surrounded with love, on July 4, 2024; in her 94th year. Beloved wife of Watson for 72 years, dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Jean and Brian* Steel, Kay and Roy* Shanks, Linda and Ian Landreth, and Ruth and Rob Beulink, dearly loved Nana of 14 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren, loved sister and sister-in-law of Tom* and Meryl* Aitken, Bella* and Bill* Hunter, Joy and Don* West, and Jeanne and Ross Barclay, loved sister-in-law of the Barkman clan: Wilma*, Graham*, Alwyn* Don*, Daphne, Wyndham, Colin*, and Kelvin*. (*denotes deceased) A service for Madelene will be held in Mosgiel Presbyterian Church, 11 Church Street, Mosgiel, at 1pm, on Monday July 22. The service can be viewed via live-stream at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream Garden flowers only please. Messages to 93 High Street, Mosgiel 9024.