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Shirley FALCONER

2026 · Southland

Died 9 June 2026Posted 20 June 2026

Unexpectedly, but peacefully at her home in Gore, on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, aged 88 years. Loved wife of the late Alan, loved mother and mother-in-law of Breck and Helen, Fraser and Sarah, and Lachlan, cherished grandmother of Elliot and Bonnie.

A service to celebrate Shirley's life will be held in the Southern Funeral Home Chapel, 106 Hokonui Drive, Gore, on Thursday, June 18, at 11.00am, followed by light refreshments. Private burial to follow. At Shirley's request, in lieu of flowers, cash donations may be left at the service for Gore and Clutha Whānau Refuge. Livestream link www.southernfuneralhome.co.nz.

Messages to P.O. Box 214, Gore 9740.

Arranged by Southern Funeral Home

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