Distinct Funerals - Invercargill
69 Bond St, Invercargill, Southland , 9810 , New Zealand, Invercargill, Southland, 9810
Recent notices
Robin BEAN
2026 · Southland
Passed away suddenly, but peacefully, on Friday, August 7, 2026, aged 82. Dearly loved husband of Jill. Cherished father and father-in-law of Shayna and Simon, Amanda, and Erika and Caleb. Much loved grandad of William and Hugo. A funeral service to celebrate Bill's life will be held at Southland Crematorium, on Wednesday, August 12, commencing at 11.00am. Messages can be sent to 69 Bond Street, Invercargill, or left on Bill's tribute page at Distinctfunerals.co.nz
Lynda ELLENDEN
2026 · Southland
Peacefully passed away at Rose Lodge, Invercargill, on August 4, 2026, aged 77. Dearly loved wife of Vernon. Very loved mother of Karl and Jude, Kelley*, Lisa* and Damon*. Nana to Jade and Jamie, Danielle, Paige and Regan. Great-Nana to Kayden, Zeke, Taylor, Malachi, Arlo, Isla, Hunter, and Max. A service for Lynda will be held at the Invercargill Methodist Church, 22 Lindisfarne Street, Georgetown, Invercargill, on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 11.00am. Letters to the family can be sent to 69 Bond Street, Invercargill, 9810. Messages can be left at Lynda's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz, where a link to the service livestream can be found. (*denotes deceased)
Shirley TURNBULL
1951 – 2026 · Southland
25.11.1951 - 4.8.2026 Passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, at Gore Hospital on August 4, 2026, aged 74. Treasured daughter of Ian* and Ngaire*, and dearly loved by her sister, Barbara and family. Adored mother of Mathew and mother-in-law of Laura. Much loved grandmother of Ethan and Antony. A good friend of John Malcolm*. As per Shirley's wishes, a private family service has been held. Shirley was the most selfless person who spent her life caring for others and making everyone's lives better. Messages may be sent to 1 Merlin Place, Gore, Southland, or left on Shirley's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz. (*denotes deceased)
Peter LITTLE
2026 · Southland
970895 TPR RNZAC Unexpectedly at Southland Hospital on Friday, July 24, 2026, aged 92 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Charmaine, adored father and father-in-law of Deborah and Bruce Crowther, Christine and Bernie Bell, Suzanne and David Lankshear, Bronwyn and Peter Williams. One of a kind grandad to Andrea, Jacqui, Aimee, Andrew, Christopher, Rachel, Gemma, Joshua, Lucy and Emily. Loved Great-Grandad to his seventeen great-grandchildren. Peter is at home for those who wish to visit him. A service to celebrate Peter's life will be held on Thursday, July 30, at Windsor Church, Windsor St, Invercargill, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Eastern Cemetery. Messages to Little Family, c/- 69 Bond Street, Invercargill 9810, or may be left on Peter's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz
Christine BROWN
2026 · Southland
Passed away peacefully, aged 68 years, on July 23, 2026. Loved mother and friend of Jonathan (Jonny) and Liz, Esther and Andrew, and Sarah (Suz) and Gareth. Dear friend of John Brown, with whom she spent many years of marriage. Much-loved Nana ("Merry") Chris to Lia, Madison, Astin, Lincoln, Ayla, Ava, and Jed. "I will always love you, hug you, and snuggle you." Loved sister of Martin Crosbie, Julie Novotny, Patrick Crosbie, Theresa Crosbie, and the late Tommy Crosbie. Cherished friend to her loving and supportive gaggle of girlfriends. "Listen out for me in your moments of fun and laughter. I'll be on the fringe." In accordance with Christine's wishes, she has generously donated her body to the University of Otago for medical teaching and research. A memorial service to celebrate Christine's life will be held at a later date. Details will be advised. Messages to 41 Islington Street, Invercargill, or may be left on Christine's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz.
Richard CAITHNESS
2026 · Southland
Late of Woodlands and Invercargill. Keith passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026, at Johnstone Wing, Clare House, Invercargill. Dearly loved younger son of Jim* and Ethel* Caithness, and brother of Robert*. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Margaret and Pete* Gutsell. Loved uncle of Lindsay and Karen, David, and respected great-uncle. Loved cousin and friend of Paul. As per Keith's wishes, a private cremation has been held. Memorial details to be advised. The family wish to express their deepest thanks to the staff at Cargill Court and Clare House for all the care and support they have given to Keith over the years. Messages to Mrs Margaret Gutsell may be sent to 69 Bond Street, Invercargill 9810, or left on Keith's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz. (*denotes deceased)