Ann Robbie

2nd April 1959 - 24th January 2023
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J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr. Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, on Tuesday
Tuesday 31 January 2023, 11:00AM

ROBBIE, Ann. Q.S.M. Surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday January 24, 2023 at Hospice Southland. After a determined struggle.

Ann is dearly loved by her husband Peter and her sons; Stewart; Doug and Jen, Liam, Reid and Ella (Te Anau); Logan and Tarryn, and Maddi; and her sisters and sister-in-law; Pamela, Michael*, Callahan (Quarry Hills) Heather and Brendon Fahey (Tokanui); and Nancy* Robbie. Ann is a dearly loved Aunt of her nieces and nephews. A celebration of Ann’s life will be held in J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr. Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, at 11 am, on Tuesday January 31. Ann will then be laid to rest at the Forest Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the McKenzie War Memorial may be left at the service. Messages to 159 Breeze Road, Ryal Bush 6 RD Invercargill 9876 and tributes may be left on Ann’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a live stream of the service will also be available. (Denotes deceased)

Messages

So very sad to hear that Ann has lost her battle to Cancer. She was one hell of a wonderful woman.
So proud to have had her for a cousin.
An inspiration to all who had the privilege to know her.
Helen Howey née Walker , Christchurch
RIP Ann, you sure deserve the biggest rest.
Such a huge personality in a pint sized body.
Your dedication to everything that you tackled will leave a lasting legacy.
I am humbled to have known you.
To your family my deepest sympathy.
Much love Sandra & Malcolm Dunn. Winton
Sandra Dunn, Winton
Peter, our thoughts go to you and your family on the loss of Ann. You all must be so very proud of all she has achieved in her life. Her commitments to projects such as the memorials, her dedication to the piping fraternity, her QSM certainly was well earned and deserved. Our memories of Ann always include all her planning and energy on the Winton Lions Rail Trail trip.
Judy and John Buchanan , Mosgiel
Ann Robbie, the littlest piper with the biggest heart and the most energy we’ve ever met and likely will ever meet. Ann’s generosity was legendary and humbling. Her courage unmatched. Ann was so kind, so inspirational, so funny. We appreciate the time we were able to spend with her personally and appreciate everything she did for the community. RIP Ann. Xx
Hawkins family, Winton
A wonderful lady who has given so much to the district from her piping to her tireless efforts to ensure we remember those who gave their lives for our communities and country. You were an inspiration Ann, and we were privileged to regard you as a friend.
Rest in peace.
Bridget and Bevan Hoult, Nelson
Ann was an amazing woman, she helped so many people. A very kind and caring lady. May you rest in peace Ann.
Dianne Flowers, Mataura
We are so terribly sorry at your loss of Ann. You will miss her but she leaves lots of happy memories for everyone. RIP Ann, will miss your bagpipe playing. Taken far too early.

Juleine & Colin Evans, Wallacetown
What a legacy to leave .. Ann was someone you just wanted in you’re life. Her dedication to the pipe band, and finding lost memorials, and her kindness every single day will be sorely missed. Peter , Stew, Doug, Logan and family, we are so sorry for the loss of your Mum & Wife. May the love of family and friends help you in the days ahead as you share stories and remember the wonderful times with Ann. Rest in peace & love, you amazing lady.
Zara & Brandon Lawson, Invercargill
I was so sad to read of Ann's passing. She was one determined lady. Always had a smile and worked so hard. She and her pipes will be sorely missed. She was an inspiration and had such amazing energy in such a small package. Taken far too soon...
Andrea Hyde , Invercargill
To Peter and the rest of your family Debbie and I wish to pass on to you our most sincere condolences at this very sad time. Ann would have to be truly one of Southlands greatest personalities with her dedication to detail and such a tenacious drive to get things done, Ann will missed by many and hopefully her inspiration will be passed onto some more good people.
Wayne Harper , Winton
Rest In Peace Ann...you will certainly be missed..
Dave Loudon, INVERCARGILL
Sincere sympathy to Peter and whanau
Rest in peace and love Ann ❤️
Pat Tauranga , Otautau
Anne so sorry to see you have gone from our community. I remember so well your wonderful friendly service to the Blind foundation. Especially I remember you coming into the Monday afterenoon session sitting down beside the ladies and soon getting them laughing and talking in their time with us. For you soon had them smiling laughing and enjoying their time at the blind centre. Rest in Peace Anne. the world and your community will be a sadder place with you gone as they no more will have your special impute into our community .
Pauline McIntosh, Invercargill
We have such lovely memories of Ann and what an incredible life she has lived. There will be people from all walks of life who will be very sad to learn of her death. Each Anzac Day as we put up our soldier on the balcony here at Riverton we will remember her and her zest for getting things done. Our sympathy to her loving family and many close friends.
Margaret and Roger Baillie, Riverton
Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time of losing a loved one.
Lyn & Ian Remnant, Te Anau
We are so sorry to hear of Ann’s passing. Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad time. With sympathy, GRANT & JAN COUSINS.
Grant & Jan Cousins, Geraldine, South Canterbury.
With heartfelt condolences to Ann's family. A truly kind and special lady.
Grant unto her eternal rest lord
May perpetual light shine on her,
May she rest in peace.
Viv Davidson, Otautau
To Peter and your family So very sad to learn of Ann’s. Passing. What an amazing lady she was always thinking of others and working in the community to make sure those that needed help got it. Ann was a good friend for many years and our lives crossed many times from school and organisations she had a passion for. She took on that bl......... cancer and gave it her all even supporting others on the journey. We “will remember her as a tenacious, determined wonderful lady who is a great loss to our Community. RIP Ann you deserve it God Bless Kaye and Russell
Kaye - Russell Crowther , Invercargill
Sorry to hear of the passing of Ann, she was so kind to me after my husband died
Louanne, Ryal Bush
Little Annie, you were such a amazing person wrapped up in a little package.
We go back 20 plus years,........ i'm so thankful for you taking me under your wing when we both worked as First Aid Instructors with Red Cross,
we both shared wicked sense of humor, much to the annoyance of our boss at the time.
Your work with War memorials is a true measure of who you are and how dedicated you were.
You will be sadly missed by your family/friends and the Southland community.
I'm so glad, Becky and I, got to spend time with you on boxing day, laughing just the way we did when we worked together.
You have played your last note on your beloved pipe bag, but you amazing sound will last forever.


Lisa Morton, Dunedin
Sympathy to all the family a great loss to a hard working lady.I haven’t found a connection back in Scotland yet but will keep looking
Dave Robbie , Invercargill
Ann was such a beautiful soul, full of passion and caring, it was a privilege to know and work with you, always brightly shining
Rest in love 🧡
Charlene , Australia
What a great loss, she will be missed by so many.
Robertson family , Invercargill
Sincere condolences to Ann’s family. She was a great colleague when we worked together at NZ Red Cross, Invercargill. She touched a lot of lives and will be sorely missed x
Hilary Thorne , Tauranga
Ann was a lovely kind lady and helped so many people ..it was a pleasure to have known Ann. Thoughts an Prayers to her family..RIP Ann.dl
Daphne Devery, Invercargill
I had the pleasure of meeting Ann, and she really did leave a lasting impression. She did so much good for the community, and I am so pleased she was deservingly awarded the Q.S.M. She has left an impressive legacy behind. My thoughts are with her family at this time.
Ash, Invercargill
Sincere condolences to you all. A wonderful legacy to have left with us.
Anne Elizabeth McCRACKEN [nee Clement], Invercargill
Thank you for being such an inspiration to my son Oliver. Your soul can rest and you are missed by many. We need more of you in the world. So sad to say goodbye. RIP Ann Robbie. One in a million.
Angela deans , Southland
RIP Ann, we will always remember your willingness to help out with your first aid skills. You were brilliant. Much sympathy to Ann's family and friends.
Robert and Margaret Ralston, Invercargill
Dear Anne,

Sorry we couldn't be there at your farewell. You loved the pipes and played them because it was your passion. I remember when we talked about you taking it up again. I'm glad you did. To Peter, Stewart; Doug and Logan our deepest condolences. You've lost a wife and Mum who cared for you all. Speak Anne's name frequently and she will never be forgotten.
Andrae & Kerryn Peipi-Johnstone, Wellington
We are very sad to hear of Ann’s passing. She was amazing lady, so full of life, passion and humour. We will never forget her as a client and friend. Her smiley face will always be remembered. 💛
Sunita and Hayden, Forest Hill