Death Notices

Below are the Death Notices for those within our care, both present and past.

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Coombes, Colin John

Date of service:

28 July 2026 - 2:00pm

COOMBES, Colin John Passed away peacefully, at home, on July 22, 2026, surrounded by his family, after a short illness. Dearly loved and treasured husband of Ngaere for 63 years, adored and much loved Dad and father-in-law of Michael and Lisa, Sandra and Barry, Judy and Andrew, and Fiona and Ian, a loved Grandad and Great Grandad, and friend to many. A service will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2pm, Tuesday, July 28. Messages to 28 Gebbie Street, Kinmont Park, Mosgiel 9024.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Sim, Allan David

Sim, Allan David

Date of service:

28 July 2026 - 10:30am

SIM, Allan David Best Dad and Grandad, passed away, suddenly but peacefully, on July 19, 2026. Adored Dad to Tracey and Lisa and their partners John and Donovan, beloved Grandad to Carys and Neala, and special friend to Dallas, son of the late Ron and Elsie Sim, and cherished brother to Russell and Linda, Peter and Margaret, John and Bev, Grant and Diane, Marie and Norrie, and Shona and Garry, treasured uncle to all his nieces and nephews and a valued and precious friend to many. ‘Gone cruisin’ A service for Allan will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 10.30am, on Tuesday, July 28. The service will be livestreamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream In lieu of flowers, donations to Hato Hone St John would be appreciated. Messages to 15 Howorth Road, Fairfield 9018, Dunedin.

Venue:

Campbell & Sons Funeral Services
95 Gordon Road

Past Services

Favell, Margaret Elizabeth

Favell, Margaret Elizabeth

FAVELL, Dr Margaret Elizabeth - Mother to Ynys, Thomas, and Cameron*, grandmother to Carwyn, Jonathon*, and Rebecca, great-grandmother to Charlotte, Reginald, Zoe, and Merideth, sister to Allison, Freda, Donald, and Wendy. A private family service is to be held. Please join us on Saturday, July 18 from 12pm onward for refreshments and a chance to relate memories at 30 Walton Park Avenue, Fairfield. Messages to : [email protected]

Venue:

PRIVATE

Miller, Alexander Douglas

Miller, Alexander Douglas

Miller, Alexander (Doug) On Monday, April 27, 2026, peacefully, at Birchleigh Residential Care Centre, with Evelyn by his side; aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of Evelyn, much loved Dad of Sharyn and Gaylene, loved and respected father-in-law of Neil and Bevin, loved Poppa of Tylar, Kyran and Brooklyn, loved brother of the late Joy and Berys, loved brother-in-law of Mervyn and Margaret Miller, and his brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws who have already passed, a loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the staff at Birchleigh Hospital for their excellent care of Doug. ‘A life well lived’ A private farewell has been held.

Venue:

Private Farewell

Souness, William Keith

SOUNESS, William Keith (Keith). On June 26, 2026, peacefully at Mossbrae Lifecare; aged 91 years. Cherished husband of Patricia for 66 years, loved father and father-in-law of Donna and Andrew Roxburgh, Joanne and Chris Robinson (Oamaru), loved Grandad of Amy and Tim, Ryan and Emily (Wellington), Abbey and Isaac (Oamaru), and great grandchildren Stella, Theo, and Matilda. At Keith's request, a family farewell will take place at a later date. Messages to the Souness Family, PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053.

Venue:

Family Farewell

Callender, Peter Raymond

CALLENDER, Peter Raymond (PC) - Peacefully on July 17, 2026, after a long journey, with Rose by his side, at Birchleigh Residential Care Center, Mosgiel. Dearly loved husband of Rose, much loved father and father-in-law of Mark, Geoff and De-arna, beloved granddad of Cooper, whom he loved to the moon and back. Thank you to the entire team at Birchleigh, you showed Pete so much compassion and dignity, and for that Pete's family thank you. A private Memorial service for Peter will be held. Messages to the Callender Family c/- PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053.

Venue:

Private Memorial Service

Christie, Robert Alexander

Christie, Robert Alexander

Date of service:

25 July 2026 - 11:00am

Christie, Robert Alexander (Rob) Of Mosgiel, formerly of Burnside. Passed away, peacefully on Wednesday, July 15, 2026; aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Jan for 57 years, much loved father and father in law of Gina and Jason Taylor (Mosgiel), and Andrew and Sarah (Edinburgh), loved Grandad of Jesse and Sam, Dylan, and Hope; Kate and Harry, and Gabrielle, Great Grandad to Emma-Rose, Robert, Esme, and Nathaniel, Xavierr and Willow, Fred and Margaret. The family would like to thank the staff at Janefield unit, Birchleigh and St Andrews for their loving care of Rob. A service to celebrate the life of Rob will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road Mosgiel on Saturday 25th July at 11:00am. Messages C/O P.O Box 183 Mosgiel 9053.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Bennett, William Richard

Bennett, William Richard

Date of service:

23 July 2026 - 2:00pm

BENNETT, William Richard (Bill) Peacefully, on July 16, with family at his side; aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband of Joy for 66 years, cherished father and father-in-law of Vivienne and Mark Hawke, adored Grandad of Melissa, and Ben, father of Deborah, and loved uncle. Special thanks to staff at Taieri Court and St Andrews Home and Hospital for their care and support of Bill. Always a proud Wingatui and Mosgiel local, a service to celebrate Bill's life will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Rd, Mosgiel, at 2pm on Thursday, July 23, 2026. Livestream at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream/ Messages to the Bennett family c/- PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Church, Alistair Henry

Church, Alistair Henry

Date of service:

23 July 2026 - 10:30am

CHURCH, Alistair Henry Recently of Oamaru. On July 19, 2026, after a short illness; aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Wendy, much loved father and father-in-law of Carl and Elizabeth (Auckland), and Nicola (Oamaru), loved Pop and Koro of Ollie, and Charlie; Quinn, and Greer, and we acknowledge his role as the Kaitiaki of our whanau. Special thanks to the amazing staff at Dunedin Hospital ICU for their care and support. A service for Alistair will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 10.30am, on Thursday, July 23, followed by private interment.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Stewart-Haverkort, Maria Geertruida

Stewart-Haverkort, Maria Geertruida

Date of service:

20 July 2026 - 2:00pm

STEWART-HAVERKORT, Maria Geertruida (Trudi) previously Morshuis - Suddenly but peacefully, on 13th July 2026; her 89th birthday. Dearly loved wife of David Stewart for 29 years, previously married to Jac Morshuis for 34 years, much loved and honoured mother and mother-in law of Richard and Jo, Daphne, Edwin and Stacey, Lloyd and Debs, Quentin (deceased), Odelle and James, Justin, and step-mother to Jansen and Sarah, Candice and Tony, much loved Oma to grandchildren Jamie and Brooke, Will, Ella and Harry, Olivia and Alex, Hannah and Ollie, Levi, Cleo and Paris, Indigo, Sienna and Hendrix, doting great grandma to Lars, Marco, Oskar, Quinn, Wyatt, Clyde and Myles, a loving sister and aunty to her large family in The Netherlands. A Service to celebrate a remarkable life filled with passion, generosity and love will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 2pm on Monday, July 20, 2026.Livestream at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream/ Messages to the family please go to [email protected] or 65 Glenbrook Drive, Mosgiel 9024.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Murray, Bevan James

Murray, Bevan James

Date of service:

17 July 2026 - 2:00pm

MURRAY, Bevan James (aka Trout) - On July 1, 2026, at home, suddenly, but peacefully; aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Lois, loved father and father-in-law of Darrin and Bea (Amsterdam), Brendan and Nicky, Lyndon and Kathy, precious Opa of Oliver, and Josephine, much loved Granddad of Jacob, Luke, and Dylan, loved brother and brother-in-law of Peter and Steph, the late Pat and Louie Tognola, and Tim and Judy McLoughlin. A Memorial Service to celebrate Bevan’s life will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 2pm on Friday, July 17. Livestream at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream/ Messages to the Murray Family c/- PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9024.

Venue:

Campbell & Sons Funeral Services
95 Gordon Road

Mears, Margaret Elaine Teresa

Mears, Margaret Elaine Teresa

Date of service:

16 July 2026 - 2:00pm

MEARS, Margaret Elaine Teresa - Peacefully, on July 10, 2026, at Birchleigh Residential Care Centre, surrounded by family; aged 89 years. Loved wife of the late Arnold for 69 years, loved mother and mother-in-law of Warren and Kathy, Stephanie, Lynda and Chris, Robert and Jenny, Alison and Steve, Michelle and Grant, a cherished Nana and great-Nana to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Special thanks for the support and care from Jo Houghton, and the amazing team at Birchleigh. A service to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2pm on Thursday July 16. Messages to the Mears Family, c/- PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Blasby, Paul Alexander

Blasby, Paul Alexander

Date of service:

15 July 2026 - 2:00pm

BLASBY, Paul Alexander (Blaz) of Mosgiel - Unexpectedly on July 3, 2026; aged 52 years. Much loved partner of Katie, loving Dad of Lily, loving father figure to Rhys, and Cody, much loved son of Elizabeth and the late Alexander, and brother to Grant, and Glen. A Service to celebrate Blaz’s life will be held at the Taieri Rugby Club, Reid Ave Mosgiel, on Wednesday, July 15, at 2p.m. Messages to the Blasby Family PO Box 183, Mosgiel, 9053.

Venue:

Taieri Rugby Club
35 Reid Avenue

Flannery, JoAnne

Flannery, JoAnne

Date of service:

03 July 2026 - 2:00pm

Shaw, JoAnne (nee Flannery) It is with heavy hearts but a lifetime of beautiful colourful memories that we announce the passing of our wonderful mum, Jo Flannery on Monday 29th June 2026. She brought sunshine, dancing & laughter wherever she went. Now reunited with the love of her life Kenneth, devoted mum to Jodi and Nakita, special JOJO to Ashton, and Maddison. She bounced her way through life and left beautiful footprints in our hearts. At Jo’s request, a private service will be held. We then invite anyone who would like to share a memory with us at Nellie’s from 4pm on Friday 3rd July.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Franklin, Michael David

Franklin, Michael David

Date of service:

02 July 2026 - 1:00pm

FRANKLIN, Michael David (Mike) On June 29, 2026, peacefully, at Dunedin Hospital; aged 91 years. Loving and loved husband of Judith (Judy), loved and respected Dad of Sarah and Karl, Catherine, Peter and Katarina, David and Becs, and the late Timothy, proud Pop of Rassani and Loulou; Alex, Tim, Niamh; Holly, Daisy; Olivia, and Ethan, a loved brother and brother-in-law of Sylvia*, Lynda, Anne* and John, Neill and Therese, and a loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. (* denotes deceased) R.I.P A Requiem Mass will be celebrated in the St Mary’s Parish Church, 87 Church Street, Mosgiel at 1pm on Thursday July 2. Messages to the Franklin Family c/- PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053.

Venue:

St Marys Parish Church Mosgiel
91 Church Street

Sanson, John Errol

Sanson, John Errol

Date of service:

01 July 2026 - 2:00pm

SANSON, John Errol (Errol) On Friday, June 12, 2026, at Dunedin Hospital, with family by his side; in his 95th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Lorraine, loved Dad and father-in-law of Judith and Ross (Lawrence), Maurice (Mosgiel), Linda and Murray (Timaru), loved Grandad of Corey and Tash, Kirsty and Michael, Tony and Jess, Jamie and Holly, loved Old Grandad of Blaize, Regen, Olly; Sophie; Payton, Billie, Albie; Maeve and Esmae. At Errol's request, a private cremation will be held. A Memorial gathering to celebrate Errol’s life will be held at the Taieri Bowling Club,12 Wickliffe Street, Mosgiel at 2pm Wednesday, July 1, 2026.   Messages to the Sanson family, 46 Ross Street Mosgiel 9024.

Venue:

Taieri Bowling Club
Wickliffe Street
Mosgiel

Barrow, John Roy

Barrow, John Roy

Date of service:

26 June 2026 - 1:00pm

BARROW, John Roy - On June 20, 2026, peacefully at Mossbrae Lifecare, surrounded by his family; aged 82 years. Very much loved husband and best friend of Margaret, and Annette*, loved Dad and John of Tania* and Ross, Leanne and Eric, Aaron and Rebecca, Steve and Rebecca, Craig and Justine, Jodi and Kim, loved Granddad and Poppy of Alissa, Mikayla, Brydee, Sophie, Emma, Blake, Georgia, Kaleb, Jade, Micah, Abbey, and Kaiah, and a loved great-Granddad to his 6 great-grandchildren. (*denotes deceased) As was John’s wish, a private cremation has been held. John’s family would like to invite you to join them to celebrate his life at The Taieri Bowling Club, 12 Wickliffe Street, Mosgiel, on Friday, June 26, at 1pm. Livestream at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream/ Messages to 13C Wickliffe Street, Mosgiel 9024.

Venue:

Taieri Bowling Club
Wickliffe Street
Mosgiel

Burgess, Rosemary Celestine

Burgess, Rosemary Celestine

Date of service:

23 June 2026 - 11:00am

Burgess, Rosemary Celestine (nee Whelan) Peacefully, on June 15, 2026, at Annaliese Haven Rest Home, Kaiapoi, aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Leonard, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Trevor and Christine, Carol and Chris Sanders-Scott, Graham and Glenda, Ian and Jane, Neville and Avalyn, a loved Grandma to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, loved daughter of the late Brenda and Clifford, loved sister and sister-in-law, and a loved aunty. R.I.P A Requiem Mass to celebrate the life of Rosemary will be held in St Patrick's Basilica, 22 Macandrew Road, South Dunedin, at 11am, on Tuesday, June 23, followed by interment in Green Island Cemetery. Messages to 18 Anderton Crescent, Mosgiel 9024

Venue:

St Patrick's Basilica
40 Macandrew Road
South Dunedin

Kidd, George Alexander Hugh

Kidd, George Alexander Hugh

Date of service:

19 June 2026 - 10:30am

KIDD, George Alexander Hugh (Hugh) Of East Taieri. On June 10, 2026, peacefully, aged 89 years. Beloved eldest son of the late Madge and Wilf Kidd, loved brother and brother-in-law of Stephen and Helen Kidd, the late Philip Kidd, and the late Edith and Bill Heffernan, loved and respected uncle of Bridget, Maria and Stephen Heffernan, Claire and Andrew Stoddart (Scotland), and great-uncle of Ella Heffernan, Louisa, Helen, and Anna Stoddart, cousin, friend and family historian of the Miller and Kidd families. Proud King’s High School old boy, graduate and former staff member, Geography Department, University of Otago. A service for Hugh will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, on Friday, June 19, at 10.30am. Messages to the Kidd Family, PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Webster, Patricia Ann

Webster, Patricia Ann

Date of service:

18 June 2026 - 2:00pm

WEBSTER, Patricia Ann (Pat) - NZRN. Passed away, peacefully, at Montecillo Veterans Home and Hospital, on Sunday, June 14; in her 87th year. Dearly loved and cherished wife of Murray*, loved mother and mother-in-law of Tracy and Gus McPhedran (Dunedin), loved Mum and Nana Pat of Lyn (Taranaki), Danni and Simon, Stevie and Eman, loved Great Nana of Taavi, and August Rose, loved daughter of Mon* and Jean* McGinnis, loved step-daughter of Del, loved daughter-in-law of Alex* and Ena* (Alexandra), loved sister and sister-in-law of Brian* and Shona* McGinnis, Bill*, and Andrew Webster (Christchurch). Thank you to the staff at Montecillo for their compassionate care of Pat. Special thanks to the Dunedin Harmony Chorus for their loving support of Mum over recent months. A celebration of Pat's life will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2pm on Thursday, June 18. A burial will be held at Alexandra Cemetery, 12pm on Friday, June 19. In lieu of flowers donations to Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated and can be left at the service. Messages to the Webster Family, PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053.

Venue:

Campbell & Sons Funeral Services
95 Gordon Road

Morgan, Alison Jean

Morgan, Alison Jean

Date of service:

11 June 2026 - 2:00pm

MORGAN, Alison Jean - nee Begg Peacefully, on June 5, 2026, at The Grange Lifecare, Mosgiel, with family by her side; aged 67 years. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Craig and Becky, Grant and Lena, and Becky and Brendan, loved Granny of Wilfred, Max, Nelle, Georgie, Charlie, Ellie and Ted, loved sister and sister-in-law of Willie* and Linda, Jenny and Robin, and Irene, also a loved aunty and second mum to many. (* denotes deceased) A service to celebrate Alison's life will be held at The Grange Mains Cafe, 19 Clachan Grange Road, East Taieri, at 2pm, on Thursday June 11. Livestream available at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream Messages to 270 Pine Hill Road, Liberton, Dunedin 9010

Venue:

The Grange Lifecare Cafe

Wood, Yvonne Patricia

Wood, Yvonne Patricia

Date of service:

09 June 2026 - 2:00pm

WOOD, Yvonne Patricia (nee Smith) (15.3.1955 - 2.6.2026) Passed away surrounded by loved ones at Dunedin Hospital. Loved wife of the late Logga, Cherished mother of Rebecca, and Adrian, adored Nana of Riley, and Oscar, loved sister of Carol, and aunty to her nieces and nephews, devoted daughter of the late Norman and Pat Smith, and sister of the late Murray. A service to celebrate Yvonne's life will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2pm on Tuesday June 9. The service will be streamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream. Messages to 51 Balmain St, Halfway Bush, Dunedin 9010.

Venue:

Campbell & Sons Funeral Services
95 Gordon Road

Child, Michael James

Child, Michael James

Date of service:

08 June 2026 - 2:00pm

CHILD, Michael James (Mike) 18.10.1945 – 31.05.2026 Unexpectedly on May 31, 2026, with Bronwyn by his side. Loved and loving husband and best friend of Bronwyn, father of Lisa, Jo and Craig, father-in-law to Alistair, and Bridget, Poppa of Bradley, Hayley, Kaylee, Rachel, Sienna, Amelie and Harrison, beloved son of the late Ron and Nopra, brother of Robyn and brother-in-law to extended family. Affectionately known to each other as Fred and Freda, Mike and Bronwyn shared 57 years of loving marriage together in Dunedin and Cromwell. An avid musician with St Kilda, Kaikorai, Roxburgh and Mosgiel Brass Bands, Mike will be sorely missed by his family, extended family and the many people whose paths he crossed in his lifetime. A Funeral service will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2pm on Monday June 8. The service will be streamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream/ In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Asthma and Respiratory Foundation of New Zealand. Messages to the Child Family, c/o PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053. “I’ve been very lucky through my life with Bronwyn my wife and best friend, and with three wonderful children, daughter and sons in law and grandchildren to be proud of. Don’t cry for me just remember the fun times and the laughter”

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Andrews, Ernest Frederick

Andrews, Ernest Frederick

Date of service:

05 June 2026 - 2:00pm

ANDREWS Ernest Frederick (Ernie) Peacefully on 30 May 2026, at Dunedin Hospital; surrounded by his loving family, aged 93 years. Loved son of Margaret* and William*. Loved husband of Kathleen*, loved father and father in law of Andrea and Martin, Michael, Patrick and Ha. Loved grandad of James and Blair. A loved brother and uncle. (*Denotes deceased). A service for Ernie will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 2pm on Friday June 5. Messages to 10 Oakley Cresent, Hornby, Christchurch 8042

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Stewart, William Bevan

Stewart, William Bevan

Date of service:

02 June 2026 - 2:00pm

Stewart, William Bevan (Bill) Suddenly, on May 25, 2026, at Dunedin Hospital; aged 79 years. Loved husband of Pat, loved father and father-in-law of Caroline and Ken Walters, Shane, Lisa and Deane Turner, Travis and Andrea, loved Pop of Ryan and Jazmin; Emma and Haydin, Regan, Zara, Nixon; Taine, Hadley, Braithan, and Tarryn, and Great Pop of Archie. A service for Bill will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2pm, on Tuesday, June 2. Messages to 6 Thames Street, Mosgiel, 9024.

Venue:

Campbell & Sons Funeral Services
95 Gordon Road