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Hazel THOMAS Obituary

Peacefully after a short illness, Hazel got her angel wings. On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, in the care of Southland Hospital. Dearly loved wife of Brian, loved mother and mother-in-law of Trudy and Doug, Michael and Kerryn, Nicola and Michael, and Earle and Maree. Adored grandmother of Dylan, Sophie, Danielle, Courtney, Jordan, Sam, Samantha, Cameron, and Renee. A loved great-nan of Kaleb, Emelia, Aria, Eddie, and George. Loved sister of Kathie*, and Sam, and sister-in-law of Jean, Maureen, and Colleen*. A loved Aunt of all her nieces and nephews. A great friend to many, including the late Kerry Thomas.

"Rest In Peace"

A service to celebrate Hazel's life will be held in the St Patrick's Catholic Church, 21 Rimu Street, on Friday, February 13 at 2.30pm. The rosary will be recited on Thursday evening at the family home, 22 Edinburgh Crescent, Waikiwi, Invercargill at 7.00pm.
(*denotes deceased)


Published by Southland Times on Feb. 11, 2026.

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Geraldine Todd

February 17, 2026

My sincerest condolences to Brian and family

Rev. Heather Kennedy

February 15, 2026

Sadly missed by all the lovely ladies at Knitwits, on Friday mornings at First Church

Paddy Craig

February 13, 2026

Deepest sympathy Brian and family. Have lovely memories of Hazel when I worked for you both at Dipton. Always a smile and endless energy.

Helen

February 12, 2026

Love and thoughts go to you all at this sad time. Card nights will always hold a special meaning.
Iain and Helen

Robert Hughes

February 12, 2026

Remembering all the laughs we had at Lauder.
A wonderful lady.
My love to Brian and family.

russell mcleod

February 12, 2026

neighbors over 80 years ago and only reunited enjoyed our meetings at local for lunches will be sadly missed

Judy & Russell Hinsley

February 11, 2026

Remembering the fun times together. Sending our love to you Brian and family.

Debbie and Lonnie

February 11, 2026

Brian and families, so sorry to read of Hazel's passing. Thoughts are with you all, at this sad time
Debbie & Lonnie

Annie Chapman

February 11, 2026

Brian and Family
Wonderful memories of special neighbours and friends in Ophir when we were cribbies and the invaluable times you both helped at our pub Blacks Hotel.
Lifesavers on numerous occasions !!. We all worked as a team.
Hazel you were a true friend and a legend. Steve and I loved you guys.
You both worked as a team where ever you were. Legends.
Remember your last visit fondly.
Love you both
Annie Chapman
Dunedin

Win marshall

February 11, 2026

So saddened to hear the passing of Hazel Her and Brian were well liked in their time at the Portsider Tavern Port Chalmers
My love to goes out to Brian and his family she was his love of his life
Rest Easy

Gordon Ballantyne

February 11, 2026

To Brian and Family.Raylene and I wish to express our warmest condolences at the sad passing of your Hazel ,Brian and to all your family ,and know that Hazel was much respected and loved by Raylene and myself.Gordy and Raylene Ballantyne.

Donna Hotop

February 11, 2026

Shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Hazels passing. Sincerest condolences to Brian and family. Such a wonderful lady will be missed immensely.

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