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Alexander HOLMS Obituary
30 May 1944 - 22 March 2025
The stags are roaring, Fiordland's calling, and one thing will be missing this year. With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Alex, of his beloved Waimahaka, with his family at his side. Alex was a dearly loved husband of Jan for 50 years. Loved father of James and Jenny, and and father-in-law of Kathy and Nick. Adored Pop of Jaynee. Loved son of Jim* and Daphne*. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Tish and Don* Graham, and Margaret and Dick Shanks, Clive* and Brenda, Ross* and Fay, and Barbara Adamson. Loved uncle of his nieces and nephews. A dear friend and mentor to so many. Special thanks to Anne and Helen, and Hospice Southland District Nurses Wendy and Sarah. A service to celebrate Alex's life will be held in Waimahaka Hall, on Friday,
March 28, at 2.00pm. Private burial to follow at Fortrose Cemetery. Please feel free to wear your favourite cap or hat.
Messages can be sent to 28 Holms Road, RD 5, Invercargill 9875, or to Alex's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream of the service will be available.
*Denotes deceased.
Memories and Condolences
for Alexander HOLMS
16 Entries
LINDSAY DUNCAN. GORE
March 30, 2025
The Holmes family please accept my sincerest condolences on your recent loss of alec he was a great friend and customer over many years
Lindsay Duncan gore
Les & Carole Knight
March 29, 2025
Jan. please accept our condolences from the Knight Families on the loss of Alex.
Tonda
March 28, 2025
Deepest sympathy Jan and family in the passing of Alex, special memories ,Neil and Ronda Eade
Julie Hayward
March 28, 2025
Dear Jan & family, with deepest sympathy on th loss of a wonderful husband & father - hold the memories you made together as a family close to your hearts cherished forever. Very special thoughts & always with love. Julie
Carla McLeod
March 27, 2025
So very sorry to hear about Alex. Hoping that the love of family and friends and your treasured memories help you find strength to face the days ahead. From Carla, Brad, Doug and Jac x
Carla McLeod
March 27, 2025
So very sorry to hear about Alex. Hoping that the love of family and friends and your treasured memories help you find strength to face the days ahead. From Carla, Brad and the McLeod family x
Ann-Marie - RDNS Support Worker
March 27, 2025
It was a pleasure to assist in caring for Alex, and a pleasure to have met you Jan.
My deepest sympathies go out to you Jan, and family.
Kerry Henry
March 27, 2025
Sorry for your loss James condolences to you as and your mum thinking of you bud arohanui
Evelyn Cook
March 27, 2025
Kia ora Jan, I am deeply saddened to read this news and reflect with fondness on your courtship days and marriage when we worked together at ICC. I will pray for you all to find comfort in the many wonderful memories that you, Alex, and your children created together. Moe mai ra, Alex
Morton Family
March 27, 2025
My Deepest condolences to Jan and Holms family
forever in our hearts Alex
sending lots of love
From Kerry,Marie,Liam and the Morton Family
Keith Hubber
March 27, 2025
Condolences to Jan and family from Dorothy and I on Alex passing. Will be with you online on Friday
Wayne Deegan
March 27, 2025
Sorry to read of Alex's passing.Please accept our condolences Jan and family on your loss.
Simon Bramer
March 26, 2025
Condolences Holms family on Alex passing, a great character with a terrific smile. Take care
Warren parker
March 26, 2025
So sad to hear of the passing of such a geat man,condolences to family.
Diane Swain
March 26, 2025
So sorry to read of Alex's passing.
Much love and condolences to you Jan and your family. X
Pat Cronin
March 26, 2025
My deepest sympathy to Jan and family .From Pat Cronin
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