Death Notices

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

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Anderson, Desmond Llewellyn

Date of service:

30 May 2025 - 10:30am

ANDERSON, Desmond Llewellyn:  In his 79th year, passed away peacefully at Leslie Groves Hospital on Tuesday, 20 May. Loving son of the late Lloyd and June Anderson of Pinewood, Hindon. Father of Jessica, Hugh (dec) and Angharad. Loved by his grandchildren, Genevieve and Harrison. Brother and brother-in-law of John and Noeline; the late Russell and Nancy; Shelly and Graham. Des's family wish to thank the staff at Leslie Groves for the excellent care and compassion given to him during his time there. A service for Des be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 10.30am on Friday, 30 May. Messages to the family of Des Anderson c/o Campbell and Sons, PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Anderson, Shayne George

Date of service:

26 May 2025 - 2:00pm

ANDERSON Shayne George On May 21, 2025, peacefully, at Dunedin Hospital with family by his side; aged 60 years. Loved best friend and soul mate of Angela, loved Dad and best mate of Jesse and Dani, much loved son of Bruce and the late Lizzie, loved brother of Al and Barb, the late Gayle, loved step-father of Ben, Jacob and Roanne, Erin and Harry. A celebration of Shayne’s life will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2pm, May 26, followed by private cremation. Messages to 22 Douglas Street, RD2 Allanton, Mosgiel, 9092.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Past Services

Riach, Kenneth James

Riach, Kenneth James

Date of service:

23 May 2025 - 2:00pm

RIACH, Kenneth James (Ken) Of Tyne Street, Mosgiel, at home after a short illness, on Monday, May 19, 2025, with family by his side; in his 89th year. Dearly loved husband of Margaret for 65 years, much loved father and father-in-law of Maxine and Bruce McCrorie, Bill and Linda, loved and respected ‘Grandad’ of Sarah and Nigel, Rachael and Ray, Jarrod and Alanah; Kathleen and Liam, James and Brylee, Lynley and Jackson, loved great grandad of Connor, Paige, Oliver, Charlie, Millie and Frankie.A service for Ken will be held at Campbell and Sons, at 2pm on Friday May 23,Messages to 23 Tyne Street, Mosgiel, 9024.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Bathgate, Wendy

Bathgate, Wendy

Date of service:

23 May 2025 - 10:30am

Bathgate, Wendy Unexpectedly, on May 19, 2025, at Dunedin Hospital; aged 85 years. Treasured wife of Peter for 61 years, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Jann and Murray Cain, Chris and Jodi (Perth), and Kim and Jane, loved Nana of Will, and Josh and a loved sister-in-law of Elspeth Richardson and Barbara Jarvie. Thanks to St John Ambulance and Dunedin Hospital ICU for their wonderful care. A celebration of Wendy’s life will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 10.30am, on Friday, May 23. - Messages to 11 Gebbie Street, Kinmont Park, Mosgiel 9024

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Lester, Mary Alison

Lester, Mary Alison

Date of service:

22 May 2025 - 2:00pm

LESTER Mary Alison (nee Coursey) Mary passed away peacefully at Birchleigh Rest Home on May 16, 2025, aged 80 years, after putting up a strong battle against cancer. Mother of Paul and Mark, Mother-in-law of Barbara and Denise. Grandma of Noah, Erin, Ryan and Ashley, Shaun, Richard. Great Grandma of Oliver, Eli, Indie, and Olivia. Sister and sister in-law of John and Elaine, Peter and Kathleen. She will be dearly missed and we will never forget the love she brought to our lives. A service celebrating Mary’s life will be held in St Lukes Church, 67 Gordon Road Mosgiel at 2:00pm on Thursday 22 May. Messages c/- The Lester family, P.O. Box 183 Mosgiel 9053

Venue:

St Luke's Anglican Church Mosgiel
67 Gordon Road

van der Vliet, Dorothy Amelia

van der Vliet, Dorothy Amelia

Date of service:

15 May 2025 - 2:00pm

van der Vliet, Dorothy Amelia - nee Docherty It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dorothy, on May 9, 2025, at Leslie Groves Hospital; in her 84th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Henk, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Ray and Sandra, Glen and Leanne, Sod, and Corina and Glenn, also a loved Nana, sister, sister-in-law, auntie and special friend to many. “We all miss her so much, but she is now in the arms of Henk” A huge thank you to the staff of Leslie Groves for taking care of our precious Mum. A service for Dorothy will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2pm, on Thursday, May 15. Messages to 23 William James Close, Mosgiel 9024

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

McFarlane, Keith Douglas

McFarlane, Keith Douglas

Date of service:

07 May 2025 - 2:00pm

MCFARLANE, Keith Douglas On April 30, 2025, peacefully, at home surrounded by his family; in his 91st year. Loving husband of Ruth and the late Norma McFarlane, father and father-in-law of Stephanie Angus and Steve Exton, Sharon and Grant Hunt, Wayne and Robyn McFarlane, Aaron and Jo McFarlane and Sonya and Mike Doig, grandfather of Tony, Tania, Sarah, Alex, and Reid; Morgan, and Grace; Bradley, and Josh; Isaac, Niamh, Mya, and Ruby; Katie, Chloe, and Tommy, great-grandfather to Avarah, Willow; Luca; Reggie; Magdelina, and Oliver, an uncle, stepfather, and brother of too many to mention. A celebration of Keith’s life will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2pm, on Wednesday, May 7. The service will be Live-streamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream/ - Messages to 9b High Street, Mosgiel 9024.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Sherry, Michael John

Sherry, Michael John

Date of service:

02 May 2025 - 10:30am

SHERRY, Michael John - formerly Brown Born October 7, 1992, better known as Sherry, he was taken from his family and friends far too soon, on April 24, 2025.  He was a devoted father to Zara (3) and Andie Sherry (5 months) and loving husband to his wife Whitney Findlay. He is the irreplaceable love of our lives. A Service for Sherry will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 10.30am, on Friday, May 2, followed by private cremation. It will be available to view via Livestream at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream 

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Honings, Robertus

Honings, Robertus

Date of service:

30 April 2025 - 2:00pm

HONINGS, Robertus (Robert, Robbie, Bob) - On April 17, 2025, at Dunedin Hospital, with his 2 sons by his side, following a short illness; aged 71 years. Much loved Dad of Quintin and Brooke, and Ryan, loved Bob of Riley, Hunter, Colt, and River, loved brother of Fran, loved uncle to Heidi, Deighton, and Courtney, close friend of Linda Honings, and Tig. A Memorial Service to celebrate Robert’s life will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2pm on Wednesday, April 30. Messages to the Honings Family c/- PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Hope, Allan

Hope, Allan

Date of service:

24 April 2025 - 3:00pm

HOPE, Allan - retired talented artist Passed away, peacefully, on Sunday, April 20, 2025; aged 72 years. Middle child of the late Charlie and Lillie Hope, loved brother to Malcolm Hope, Shirley & Ron Dons, and twin of the late Neville, proud and much loved Dad of Chivala Hea,l and Kylie Hope, and loved Granddad to Carter Heal and Koa Bryan, much loved uncle to Kirk, Sarsha, Corey, Melissa, Natasha, Nicole, Julie and their families. He will be missed by all of us but his memories will live on in every brush stroke of his art.  Mâ ngâ huruhuru ka rere te manu Adorn the bird with feathers so it may fly free. A farewell for Allan will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 3pm, Thursday 24 April. Messages to 198E Gordon Road, Mosgiel 9024.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Duncan, Susan Felicity

Duncan, Susan Felicity

Date of service:

12 April 2025 - 11:00am

DUNCAN, Susan Felicity (Sue, nee Hailes) NZRNMN 27.1.50 - 9. 4.2025 Dear loved ones my earthly pilgrimage is now over - I’ve died, reluctantly leaving behind my deeply loved husband and soulmate Jim and treasured children Nicola Duncan, Joanne and Dean Bell, Michael, my precious grandchildren Dannielle, Sasha, Olivia, Angus, and Isla and Jazz Dog, I was the loved sister and sister-in-law of Jim* and Elaine Hailes, Philippa and Graeme Drummond, John and Gunilla Hailes, Gerard and Patsy Hailes, Richard Hailes, Tricia and Brian Woods and a loved aunt and great aunt of many. A Mass will be celebrated in St Mary’s Parish Church, 89 Church Street, Mosgiel at 11am on Saturday, April 12. Rosary will be held in the church at 6.30pm on Friday night. Flowers respectfully declined but koha towards St Vincent De Paul Dunedin or Otago Community Hospice may be made at the Funeral Mass. Messages to the Duncan Family c/- PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053..

Venue:

St Marys Parish Church Mosgiel
91 Church Street

Macmillan, David John

Macmillan, David John

Date of service:

11 April 2025 - 10:30am

Macmillan, David John - It is with great sadness that we announce Dave's sudden passing on April 3, 2025, in Auckland; aged 74 years. Dave was the much loved husband of Shirley, wonderful father and father-in-law of Ben and Alysha, and Adam, loved grandad of Lincoln and Sam, dearly loved son of Shirley, brother and brother-in-law of Peter and Michelle, and Jeff and Sue, and a loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Dave was a respected figure in the aviation industry and will be missed by many. A service to celebrate Dave's life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 10.30am on Friday April 11, followed by private cremation. Messages to The Macmillan Family c/- PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Tohill, David Warick

Tohill, David Warick

Date of service:

10 April 2025 - 2:00pm

TOHILL, David Warrick (Stickman). Unexpectedly, on April 3, 2025, at his home; aged 76 years. Much loved and respected father of Cherrie, Shane and Kylie, and Aimee, cherished grandad to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. A celebration of Stick’s life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 2pm on Thursday April 10, followed by private cremation. In respect of Stick’s love for cars, classics would be appreciated at his service. The service will be live-streamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream/ Messages to 24 Tyne Street, Mosgiel 9024.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Divers, Glenn William

Divers, Glenn William

Date of service:

04 April 2025 - 1:00pm

DIVERS, Glenn, William Suddenly, on March 30, 2025, at Highview Hospital, Dunedin; aged 49 years. Dearly loved son of Lindsay and Jill, much loved brother and brother-in-law of Mark and Kelli, Dave and Janene, loved uncle of Jack, Logan, and Cooper; Charlie, Sammi, and Ollie. A service for Glenn will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2pm, on Friday April 4, followed by private cremation - Messages to 255 Main South Road, East Taieri, Mosgiel, 9092

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Ellwood, Stephen Barry

Ellwood, Stephen Barry

Date of service:

02 April 2025 - 1:00pm

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Weir, Eleanor Elizabeth Glanville (Glenise)

Weir, Eleanor Elizabeth Glanville (Glenise)

Date of service:

31 March 2025 - 1:00pm

WEIR, Eleanor Elizabeth Glanville (Glenise,  nee Moore). Promoted to heaven, on March 19, 2025; aged 90 years. Wife and soulmate of Alan, much loved mother, NanNan and Great NanNan of Ross and Lynette Weir, Gareth and Lauren, Paige, Keira and Maia (Oamaru), Mathew and Candice,  Blake and Connor (Darfield), Rochelle and Jared, Lachlan, McKinlee and Lexie (Waimate); Junelle and Earl Robinson, Dayna and Graham,  Ila, Winnie and Mack (Christchurch), Brittney and Struan,  Milo and Pru (Hawea); Brendon Weir*; Deane Weir, and Keeley (Hervey Bay); Averil and Howard Robinson (Te Awamutu), Lance and Emma (Christchurch), Jacinda and Brandon, Noah and Naomi, Trent and Briar (Te Awamutu). (*Denotes deceased). A memorial service will be held in Orwell Street Church, Oamaru, at 2pm, on Monday, March 31. If you would like to receive the livestream link, email [email protected] Messages to: Alan Weir, 7 Devon Place, Mosgiel 9024 “For us death is not the joyless end of our lives, it’s the beginning of endless joy. Our final exit HERE will be our grandest entrance THERE and that fact will empower us to face all with courage because we know God is with us”

Venue:

Orwell Street Gospel Chapel

Oamaru

Sew Hoy, Florence May

Sew Hoy, Florence May

Date of service:

28 March 2025 - 1:00pm

Sew Hoy, Florence May (nee Starkey) Peacefully, on March 20, 2025; aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of Eric*, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Steven and Alison (Brisbane), Philip and Linda (Auckland), Karen and Mark (Auckland), loved Grandma of Morgan, Ryan, Lauren; Liam, Neeve; and Jack, loved Great Grandma of Oliver, loved sister of Helen*, Bob*, Maurice, Colin*, and Jean, and a much loved aunty. (* denotes deceased) A memorial service to celebrate Flossy’s life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2pm, on Friday, March 28. In lieu of flowers, donations to Alzheimer’s Society would be appreciated. - Messages to 55 Albany Road, Ponsonby, Auckland 1011.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Smith, Tamatea Wiremu Richard

Smith, Tamatea Wiremu Richard

Date of service:

26 March 2025 - 1:00pm

SMITH, Tamatea Wiremu Richard (Tama) - On March 22, 2025, peacefully at Highview Rest Home and Hospital; aged 79 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Joy, loved father, brother, uncle, cousin and friend to many. A Celebration of Tama’s life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 2pm on Wednesday March 26, followed by private cremation. The service will be live-streamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream/ Donations to St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Smith Family c/- PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Wilden, Cyril John

Wilden, Cyril John

Date of service:

25 March 2025 - 1:00pm

WILDEN, Cyril John, March 4 1941 – March 19 2025 Passed peacefully at St Andrews Rest Home, Dunedin surrounded by his loving family; aged 84 years. Loved husband of Mary* (nee Alderson), and Louise (Brouard/Gemmill), son of George* and Vida*, brother and brother-in-law of Mervyn* and Elizabeth (Edinburgh), and Eldred* and Alison (Gore), father, father-in-law and Grandpa to Graham and Jane, Tyler and Mikayla, Ben and Jess; Alister and Elaine, Emily, Joel and Lachie; Darren and Rosie, Erica; Sonya and Richard, Maisy, Isla, Ruby, Tilly and Maggie, and a much loved cousin and uncle. (*denotes deceased). A huge thank you to the staff at St Andrews for their loving care of Cyril. Join us to celebrate Cyril’s life in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 2pm on Tuesday March 25, followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to Huntington’s givealittle page would be appreciated. The service will be live-streamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream. Messages to G and J Wilden, 6D Main Road, Fairfield, Dunedin 9018

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Chettleburgh, Bernard Lloyd

Chettleburgh, Bernard Lloyd

Date of service:

22 March 2025 - 9:30am

CHETTLEBURGH, Bernard Lloyd 29.8.1937-17.3.2025 It is with great sadness to all who knew and loved him that Bernie passed away peacefully with his loving wife and family beside him at home. It broke the hearts of his loving wife Alexis and their children Paula, and Blair. Bernie was so loved by his daughter-in-law Carole and late son-in-law Stuart Hale, grandchildren Brandon, Christie, Jacob, and Shevaun, and great-grandchildren Louis, and Otto, a loving stepfather of Julie, Debbie, Mark, and the late Jason. Bernie showed respect and compassion to all his extended family, friends and colleagues. He will be in the hearts of many, always loved, never forgotten.  In him we live and move and have our being, God Bless. A celebration of Bernie’s life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road at 10.30am on Saturday March 22, followed by burial in Green Park Cemetery.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Patrick, Nola Yvonne

Patrick, Nola Yvonne

Date of service:

21 March 2025 - 12:00pm

PATRICK, Nola Yvonne (née Blackwood) 10 April 1928 – 18 March 2025 (Aged 96, just three weeks shy of 97) Nola gracefully signed off after 96 wonderful years of love, laughter, and a few well earned naps. Cherished wife of the late Ted, much loved Mum and mother-in-law of Kay* and John, Neil and Viv, Gail and Perry*, best ever Nana/Nan to Mark and Charlotte; Craig and Charlie; Ben and Erin; Rachel and Keegan; Chad and Violet, super Nan-Nan to Archie, Mack, and Emma. (*denotes deceased) ‘There will forever be stories to tell’ Join us to celebrate Nola’s incredible life in Campbell and Sons Chapel,95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 1pm Friday March 21, followed by private cremation. The service will be live-streamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream No black required as Nola loved a splash of colour! Messages to 32 Mercer Street, Kenmure, Dunedin 9011.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Cundall, Joyce Constance

Cundall, Joyce Constance

Date of service:

19 March 2025 - 1:00pm

CUNDALL, Joyce Constance. On Sunday, March 9, 2025, Joyce was reunited with her dearly loved husband Keith and eldest daughter Carol (both dec). After 94 years of creating wonderful memories, she leaves them to be treasured by her daughters Cheryl and Gwynneth, grandchildren Keith and Anita, great-grandchildren Nikita, Jak, Dannielle, Indica and Slade and her sister, Valma. A service to celebrate Joyce’s life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2.00pm on Wednesday, March 19. - Messages to 87 MiIler Road, RD1 Outram 9073.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Wills, Dorothy Evelyn

Wills, Dorothy Evelyn

Date of service:

18 March 2025 - 12:30pm

WILLS, Dorothy Evelyn On March 14, 2025, peacefully at Dunedin Hospital; aged 84. Dearly loved daughter of Thomas* and Dorothy*, loved sister and sister in law of Elaine* and Dave Familton, and Graeme and Trish (Geraldine). *denotes deceased A service to celebrate Dorothy’s life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel at 1.30p.m., on Tuesday, March 18, followed by interment at Dunedin Cemetery. Messages to The Wills Family, c/- P.O. Box 183, Mosgiel 9053.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Robson, Gaynor Dawn

Robson, Gaynor Dawn

Date of service:

18 March 2025 - 9:30am

ROBSON, Gaynor Dawn (nee Bradshaw) On March 11, 2025, peacefully, at Dunedin Hospital; aged 76 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Tom, loved mother of Murray, Ian, and Alison, loved mother-in-law of Fiona, and special friend of Jackie, and Shane, much loved Granny of Dylan, Liam, Jacinda, Abbey; Bella, Lucy, and ‘Daggy’ to Darren, and Rose, youngest daughter of the late John and Joyce Bradshaw, loved sister of Robert, Mervyn, Noel, Elaine, the late Bernard, and the late Brian, respected sister-in-law to Ursula and the Robson family, loved Aunty to all her nieces and nephews. A service for Gaynor will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 10:30am, on Tuesday, March 18, followed by private cremation. The service will be live-streamed at www.campbellandsons.co.nz/live-stream. Messages to the Robson Family c/- PO Box 183, Mosgiel 9053.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel

Withers, Alan William

Withers, Alan William

Date of service:

17 March 2025 - 12:00pm

Withers, Alan William. Passed away, peacefully, on March 12, 2025, at Mossbrae Lifecare, Mosgiel, with family by his side. Much loved husband of Linda (Skene) for 64 years, father and father-in-law of Paul and Donna, Andrew*, Jennifer (Withers) and Wayne O'Connell, and much loved Grandad to Gemma, Cameron, and Hayley O’Connell, loved brother and brother-in-law to Margaret and Russell Jenks, Barbara Beveridge (Skene), uncle of Barrie Jenks, Barbara and John Manning, Grant Beveridge, Jacqui and Mark Collins, and Michael and Susie Beveridge, and best mate to Louie (Chihuahua). A service to celebrate Alan’s life will be held in Campbell and Sons Chapel, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 1pm, on Monday, March 17, followed by a get together and afternoon tea at the Mosgiel Tavern, Factory Road, Mosgiel. Messages to 10A Eden Street, Mosgiel 9024.

Venue:

Campbell and Sons Chapel
95 Gordon Road
Mosgiel