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Marion Ann CALVERT

FUNERAL HOME

Avenal Park Funeral Home

75 Fox St

Invercargil, Southland

Marion CALVERT Obituary

With heavy hearts we share the passing of Mum, who passed away at Southland Hospice on Sunday, April 12, 2026; aged 85 years; with her loving family at her side. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Shirley* and Arthur, Elizabeth, Gordon*, Trevor and Desrae. Much loved partner of Graham for 32 years. Adored Nan of James, Israel, Samantha, Janez, Mathias, Ian, Axel, Lachlan, and Grace. Much loved great-grandmother to her 10 great-grandchildren. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Carl*, Ruth*, Norman* and Lesley, Nalda and Norman*. Loved friend to the Watkinson Family. A celebration of Marion's life will be held at the Riverton RSA, 141 Palmerston Street, on Saturday, April 18, at 11.00am. Private cremation to follow. If you wish to view Marion's service via livestream, please visit the Avenal Park Funeral Home obituaries page and click on the link on Marion's page. Messages to 274 Findlay Road, Invercargill. (*denotes deceased.)

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Published by Southland Times on Apr. 15, 2026.

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Colin and Brenda Winsloe

5 hours ago

To all family members our deepest sympathy to you all at this difficult time.

Margaret Gutsell

Yesterday

Deepest Sympathy to Graham and all family members.
Marion was a lovely lady, always had a smile, whenever I seen her, over the years.
There will be many memories to cherish.
Kind Wishes,
Margaret Gutsell,
Otautau.

Jenny Smith

Yesterday

To Marion's Family,

I was sorry to read of Marion's death. We had some great times at Western Tennis. She was always friendly and jolly.

Jennie Kennedy

Yesterday

So very sorry to hear this sad news.
Marion was an amazing lady.
Thinking of you all at this time.
Barry and Jennie.

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carole power

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Marion was a valued volunteer at Te Hikoi Museum
Carole Power, Manager at that time.

Sharyn and Stuart Whyte

April 15, 2026

To Marion's Family, Sad to read of your Mum's passing. Always enjoyed our catch ups with Marion and Graeme in Arrowtown and Riverton. Treasure Her Memory.

Catherine Hill

April 15, 2026

Having known Marion since our school days at RDHS I am saddened by her passing. When I moved to Canterbury she wrote to me for some time and I valued her friendship. Back at Riverton, I treasure many memories.

Freda Foster

April 15, 2026

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Remembering Marion from our Post Office days.xx

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Avenal Park Funeral Home

75 Fox St, Invercargil