Neil Kerr Johnston

2nd July 1936 - 19th November 2022
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J Fraser & Sons' Chapel
cnr Esk and Doon Streets
Invercargill
Friday 25 November 2022, 2:00PM

JOHNSTON, Neil Kerr.
2/7/1936 ~ 19/11/2022

Unexpectedly but peacefully in Invercargill. Devoted and much loved husband of the late Edna. Wonderful father, father-in-law and mentor of Dianne and Murray, Yvonne and Peter. Loved and respected grandfather of Tim, Sally (Mount Maunganui), Bell, Viv (Christchurch), Olivia, Luke (Christchurch), Charlotte, Matt (Brisbane), and a loved great-grandfather of Lily, Olly, Niko, Marcus, Zach, and Lachie. Adored foster-father of June Chamberlain (Sydney). Loved big brother of Ken and Judy (Arrowtown) and Flora and Bruce Kernohan (Hikurangi). Loved and respected uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Special "big-brother" and friend of John and Arieta Kerr and their family: Aaron, Gavin, Neal, the late Joy, Kristi, and their families. A wonderful friend and mentor to friends of the Kennington Presbyterian Church (dissolved). A service to celebrate Neil’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons’ Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill on Friday 25 November at 2pm, followed by interment at Eastern Cemetery. Messages to 27 Spence Avenue, Otatara, RD9 Invercargill 9879, or to Neil’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream link to the service will be available.

Messages

Deepest sympathy to the family. Neil was a fine man and gave exemplary service to, the dairy industry.
Annette Gunther , Invercargill.
Dear Dianne and Yvonne
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing and wish to extend my sincere sympathy to both and all your loved ones. Neil was a stalwart of the church at Kennington when I and my family lived in the Myross Bush area. We shared the duties of the music for the services. He will now be reunited with your lovely Mum. May God be with you at this time. I will be unable to attend the service on Friday but you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rona Crosbie , Invercargill
Dianne and family, our loving sympathy on the passing of your father.
George and Violet Stewart, Invercargill
Was very sorry to hear from Diane to say that Neil had passed away that day we are thinking of you all . We will not be coming down as it would be to far for Gilbert, if he is ok on Friday we will listen to the service, thinking of you all
Marg and Gilbert kerr, Timaru
My heartfelt condolences to you Diane and your family. Regards Alison Kerr

(I’m in Covid isolation so cannot attend)
Alison Kerr, Queenstown
To all Neil's family please accept our sincere sympathies and our apologies for non attendance at his service. We will watch livestream. A real gentleman, friend, Christian brother, honest & reliable, Neil was top shelf. His car travelling through our area in the Early AB days, being dubbed The Bull with the bowler hat. He never minded being reminded. His cheery manner will remain forever. Love to u all, Dave & Frances Stewart.
Dave & Frances Stewart, Wallacetown
To Dianne, Yvonne and families,

So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. He was such a presence in my younger years in church and has left a lasting impression on me of what a true servant heart is.

I will be watching online as I am a little under the weather but know I wish I was there in person.

Much love to you all!
Helana Willis, Invercargill
Our deepest condolences in hearing of Neil's death. .
He was a great musician for the Kingdom of God.
To God be all glory
Tekura and Lindsey Wilding, Winton