Neil Lester Wyeth

29th September 1937 - 10th April 2025
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All Saints Anglican Church
509 Dee Street
Gladstone
Invercargill
Thursday 17 April 2025, 1:00PM
Open live stream

WYETH, Neil Lester.

Sadly, Neil passed away at Rowena Jackson Retirement Village, Invercargill,  on Thursday 10 April 2025. In his 88th year.

Dearly loved husband of Sylvia for 66 years.

Much loved, cheeky Dad and Dad-in-law of Nigel and Ann, Deidre and Barry MacKay, Andrea and Todd, Mark and Sarah. Dearly loved Grandad of his many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Wayne and Bobbie, Jill* and Charlie* Dawson.

Special thanks to the wonderful caring staff at the Salisbury Wing at Rowena Jackson for their care of Neil.

“He wasn’t just our rock; he was the mountain we stood on to see the beautiful world.”

A celebration of Neil’s life will be held in All Saints Anglican Church, corner of Dee St and Holywood Terrace, Invercargill, at 1pm, on Thursday 17 April. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society or Cancer Society, in Neil’s name would be appreciated and maybe left at the service. (*Denotes deceased)

Messages

l was sad to read that Neil had passed, We enjoyed some good times together many years ago. My sympathy to you and your family Sylvia, Sincerely Ellen Ballantyne.
Ellen Ballantyne , Winton
A lovely man indeed whom we had the pleasure of meeting during our time at All Saints. Condolences to Sylvia and the family.
Lauren and Paul Brown , Invercargill
Very sorry to read of Neil’s passing. Thinking of you Sylvia and family at this sad time 💐
Dale Cournane , Invercargill
I have such fond memories of Uncle Neil, especially from childhood visits and more recently on my last trip home to New Zealand. He had a strong, steady presence that made you feel safe and supported—but what I’ll remember most is that cheeky grin and his knack for making people smile. Whether it was a quiet joke or a warm laugh, he always found a way to lift the mood. He was one of those rare souls who made life feel lighter, just by being in the room. Uncle Neil will be deeply missed, but his kindness and humour live on in all of us who were lucky enough to know him.

I’m sorry I can’t be there to celebrate his life with family. My thoughts are with you all during this sad time. May Uncle Neil rest in peace, and may the memories of him continue to live on in all of us..
Terie Thompson, Sydney
To Sylvia and family,
Please accept our sympathies and the loss of your Neil. You both were so kind to my Mother, Joyce when she lived in Alice Street.
Memories are special.
Judy Buchanan (Sproat), Mosgiel
To Sylvia and family
So sorry to hear of Neil’s passing. Such a great sense of humour, he was fun to be around. Such a great cousin.
I’m not able to attend things so much these days, so I can’t be at the funeral, but my thoughts and love are with you.
Shona Thomson , Invercargill
I was deeply saddened to hear of Uncle Neil’s passing, and I want to extend my heartfelt condolences to Aunt Sylvia land the whole family.
Uncle Neil lived a long and meaningful life, and I will always carry fond memories of him. I remember joyful Christmases we shared as families, his quirky sense of humour always lit up the room.
I’m especially grateful for the love and care he and Aunt Sylvia gave me after my mother — his sister — passed away so young. Their kindness during that time, especially in helping my dad care for me while he worked, left an impression. It meant more than words can ever express.
I’m so sorry I won’t be able to attend the funeral in person, but please know that my thoughts will be with you all. I’ll be remembering Uncle Neil with deep affection and heartfelt gratitude.
Shaun, Melbourne
Neil was an experienced and capable accountant and, later, a very useful mediator.
Always a gentleman, he had a modest and engaging demeanour and was a pleasure to deal with.

Roger Eagles, Invercargill
Sadness for Sylvia and Family, Relief for Neil, We got to know each other quite well on The Earl Street Charitable Trust Board (Queenstown). His accounting and mediating skills were not only underrated but very substantial contributing to its on going success.
I missed him when he retired and always enjoyed our talks especially regarding his travels. You well deserve a well earned "rest" Neil
Alistair Wright, Dunedin
Sylvia I recall special days working for Air New Zealand when I had the privilege of booking your extensive travel arrangements though Neil.... in true character, was always the organiser and way ahead of me!
Sending my Sincere Sympathy
Lesley Stoneman, Invercargill
We are very sorry to learn of Mr Wyeths passing We did enjoy you both coming into our shop and of course there was a bit of cheek passed between us all
Our condolences to you all
Betty Noel and Lisa
Ex Windsor Stationery
Betty Sinclair, Invercargill
So sad to hear of Neil's passing a true gentleman and I remember many happy times and conversations at the Invercargill Club when I was manager
Marianne Frisby , Invercargill
To the Wyeth family ,we are deeply saddened at your recent loss of Mr Wyeth .He was such a real gentleman and I remember with great fondness our fun times at Arrowtown.Rest in Peace Mr Neil Wyeth .
Peter and Glenda Clephas., Christchurch