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John MILNE

2026 · Southland

Died 28 June 2026Posted 1 July 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce that Jock passed away suddenly, at home on Sunday, June 28, 2026; aged 79 years. Adored husband and friend of Elizabeth (Liz), and dad of Derek, Grant and Jane. Much loved Grandad Jock of Emily, Harrison, and Mackenzie. Brother of Bruce (Australia), and the late Jean and Dennis. Best mate to Millie. Fondly remembered by his brothers and sisters-in-law and all his nieces and nephews. Heartfelt thanks to the Wallacetown Fire Brigade and the St John Ambulance staff.

A service to celebrate Jock's life will be held in the Avenal Park Chapel, 75 Fox Street, Invercargill, on Friday, July 3, at 11.00am. A private interment will follow at the Calcium Cemetery, Isla Bank. You are invited to join the service via livestream by going to the Avenal Park website obituaries page and clicking on the link on Jock's page.

Messages to the Milne family, PO Box 1345, Invercargill 9840.

Arranged by Avenal Park Funeral Home

Funeral service

Calcium Cemetery

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