Alexander (ALEX) Hunter HOLMS

30th May 1944 - 22nd March 2025
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Waimahaka Hall
15 Waimahaka-Fortification Road
Waimahaka
Friday 28 March 2025, 2:00PM
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HOLMS, Alexander Hunter (Alex). NZDF 979073

30 May 1944 - 22 March 2025

The stags are roaring, Fiordland’s calling, and one thing will be missing this year. With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Alex, of his beloved Waimahaka, with his family at his side. Alex was a dearly loved husband of Jan for 50 years. Loved father of James and Jenny, and and father-in-law of Kathy and Nick. Adored Pop of Jaynee. Loved son of Jim* and Daphne*. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Tish and Don* Graham, and Margaret and Dick Shanks, Clive* and Brenda, Ross* and Fay, and Barbara Adamson. Loved uncle of his nieces and nephews. A dear friend and mentor to so many. Special thanks to Anne and Helen, and Hospice Southland District Nurses Wendy and Sarah. A service to celebrate Alex's life will be held in Waimahaka Hall on Friday 28 March at 2pm. Private burial to follow at Fortrose Cemetery. Please feel free to wear your favourite cap or hat. Messages can be sent to 28 Holms Road, RD 5, Invercargill 9875 or to Alex's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where a livestream of the service will be available.

Messages

Alex I just your notice. When I saw it,I atomatically saw your big white. I remember meeting when I first tried clay bird shooting. I wish your family all the best.
Jacquie Webb, Invercargill
Sorry to hear the passing of Alex lots of memories with the E49 Charger I bought off him .Please except my condolences. Pat Monaghan
Pat Monaghan, Alexandra.
Our love and deepest sympathy to you Jan and your family, on the loss of your beloved Alex.

Noel and Diana Bonisch
Diana Bonisch, Invercargill
Dear Jan and family. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. What a fighter he was and he certainly has created a lot of memories for many many people. Rest in peace Alex. Esmay and Dave Raynes
Esmay, Athol
Blessings to Jan who loved him so faithfully.
Cjmckenzie, Blessings to Jan who loved so faithfully.
Accept my deepest sympathy dear Jan,. The two of you have left me with such great memories.
Sue Nwell, Invercargill
Sorry to see you have passed.I wish Jan and her family all the best.I enjoyed meeting you years ago, and talking about your interest in motor sport.
Adam parker , Christchuch
Our deepest sympathy to Jan and family at Alex passing.
Dianne & Ross Hope, Rimu
My deepest sympathy Jan and family l will be thinking of you all tomorrow. Farewell good man.
Paula Stevens , Christchurch
Our condolences to the family at this very sad time.
Thinking of you all.
Love and hugs
Jenny and Wayne Taylor
Jenny and Wayne Taylor , Invercargill
My condolences to the family with the loss of Alex.
Willem Prins, Amsterdam
Jan, Jenny & James, Alex was such a spark of a man that we were lucky to have better our childhoods. On top of being a great storyteller, he was such a warm listener to others’ stories. Elliot & Simon
Elliot & Simon Pannett, Wellington
Thinking of all the good times we had when we were younger. Alex will be missed by us all.
Owen and Eleanor Fallow, Queenstown
will be so missed a happy cheeky


brother in law saw Alex get married now today. through life’s journey
FAY ADAMSON, Invercargill