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David KERSE Obituary

KERSE, David Alexander:
(of East Chatton). Called home to his Saviour, surrounded by his family after a long and courageous journey, on Friday, February 24, 2023, aged 75 years. Much loved husband and faithful friend of *Heather (nee Warner) and Jessica, treasured Dad of *Simon, Jaimee and Jamin Lietze, *Benjamin, Hannah, Laura and Devin De Groot, Joseph, Juliana and Kabelo Nkoana, Heidi and Sam Hadfield, Nadia Copland and Neil Follett; devoted and fun loving Grandad of Noah, Micah, Ruby, and Jasper Lietze; Karli De Groot, Eva Nkoana; Lucas, Riley, Sophia, and Alecia Hadfield; Hazel, Ida, and Hugh Follett. A service to celebrate David's life will be held in Gore Baptist Church, 23 Ardwick Street, Gore, on Friday, March 3, at 1.30pm, followed by a cuppa before leaving for the interment at Gore Cemetery. Livestream link available www.southernfuneralhome.co.nz Donations can be made to Leslie Groves Hospital.
"Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell inthe house of the Lord forever." Psalm 23:6
Huge thanks to the staff at Leslie Groves Hospital, Taieri Unit, Dunedin for their kindness and care of David. Messages to 553 East Chatton Road, RD 3, Gore 9773.
(*denotes deceased)

Published by Southland Times from Feb. 27 to Mar. 1, 2023.

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Viv and Graham Tamblyn

March 8, 2023

Deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to all the families. We watched the livestream and Tam loved the photo of David at the mailbox where they often met. I enjoyed seeing Susan again - we were in the same class at Waikaka school
From Viv (nee Inder) and Graham Tamblyn - the mailman

Wendy and Tom Holder

February 28, 2023

Thinking of you at this time Hannah, and our prayers are with you all.

Evan Paterson

February 28, 2023

To Jessica and the wider Kerse family, it was with deep sadness to learn of David's passing, he was a super cousin and one we can all take learnings from.
He leaves our family with many memories and for better pastures. May you have lasting memories as you grieve, to help you through this difficult time, I know you all have trust and faith.
Evan and Helen

Bernice (Paterson) & Geoff Tyrrell.....Tauranga

February 27, 2023

To David´s Family, and the Extended Kerse Family.
Sending our love prayers to you all. Remembering David as one of the many Cousins who gathered at "Carslae". May he Rest In Peace, with wonderful Memories. Xxxxx

March 1, 2023

KERSE, David Alexander:
(of East Chatton). On Friday, February 24, 2023. Cherished elder son of Charlie* and Jeanette*, much loved brother and brother-in-law of John and Helen (Chatton), Mary and Bob* Waller (Omakau), Sue and Peter Taft (Rangiora), loved and respected Uncle David of Daniel and Kyley, Emily and Lindsay, Nicola and Rob, Greta; Christy and Dean, Angela, Matthew, John and Cilla; Kelsey and Kallan, Callum, Karenza and Sam; and great-uncle to Charlie, Georgia, Sienna, Elza, Luca, Maggie, April; Sophie, Reese, Jessica, Savanna, and Bonnie.
(*denotes deceased)

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Memorial Events
for David KERSE

Mar

3

Service

1:30 p.m.

Gore Baptist Church

23 Ardwick Street, Gore, Southland