William Herbert 'Bill' Fincher

6th October 1936 - 18th July 2025
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J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill
Friday 25 July 2025, 10:00AM
Open live stream

FINCHER, William Herbert (Bill).
With much love and sadness, we wish to announce the passing of Bill peacefully at Ascot Bupa Care Home, Invercargill on Friday July 18, 2025, aged 88 years.
Dearly loved husband of Maureen, Beloved father and father-in-law of Michael, Mark and Denise, Jeanette and Chuck, Phillip and Carmen, Amanda and Allan and a loving Grandfather and Great Grandfather of 37.
A service to celebrate Bill's life will be held at J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill on Friday 25 July 2025 at 10am with the interment at Eastern Cemetery to follow. Messages to 99 West Street, Invercargill 9810 or to Bill’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes where livestream details are available.

Messages

Mr Fincher what can I say. A absolute true gentleman. The best Dad, wife, grandad and friend. Rest easy Mr Fincher. ❤️❤️🌹 lots of love Sharryn and Garry.
Sharryn, Invercargill
There could not be a better Brother than Bill. Bill will be sadly missed. All our love for a happy celebration of Bills life x
Errol and Jackie Fincher and Family, Paraparaumu Beach
Sincere condolences
Anne Elizabeth McCRACKEN , Invercargill
May you rest in peace Bill. I met you when I was 15 years old and you and Maureen accepted me so easily. I’ve never forget the kind loving man you are.
We all adore you and your grandkids all have fond memories of you.
Your journey has ended however your memories will stay with us all ❤️
Jayne Finn, Australis
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. We can not talk of Bill without also including Maureen. An amazing couple, who loved beyond measure. Who gave all they had and then some. A couple who encouraged and cared without judgement.
Thank you for sewing into our lives in the early days of our Christian walk, we would not be where we are today with out your input. It was such an Honour to teach your Grand Children in Kidz Church after you had both sewed into the lives of our girls.
You both will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Sheryl, MArk, Nicole & Samantha, Invercargill
Lots of love hugs to you maureen and family bill was kind caring gentleman
R.i.p. Bill
Christeen, Invercargill
As a child, I thought I had the best grandad in the world.
As an adult, I knew I was right.

Grandad, we see each other again in Heaven.
Jenna-Marie Fincher, Tweed Heads
Brent and I send our condolences to Bills family. Such a lovely man. We have many happy memories from the art club days when he contributed his beautiful woodwork to help make the exhibitions a success. RIP Bill
Brent and Winsome Christiansen , Invercargill
A most lovely man who I first met in the 1990s at Apostolic Church Invercargill. Sincere condolences and much love Maureen x
Lauren Brown , Invercargill
I have fond memories of Bill.
Sorry I’m unable to be there today but will be thinking of you all at this sad time.
Jill Kane Howie, Invercargill
Very blessed to have you as a Grandad. Every knot in a piece of wood is always a thought of you. Nana and you were my measure to love ❤️ enjoy singing with the angels Mr Fincher x
Rechelle , Murwillambah
"We gather to honor Bill, a man of faith, family, and skilled hands. His love for woodworking was a testament to his patience and artistry. He found solace in his craft, just as he did in his Christianity. Above all, Bill cherished his family. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a pillar of strength. His legacy lives on in the hearts of those he touched."
You will always be my father in-law RIP Bill
Sincerely Paul 🙏
Paul Finn, Banora Point
Hey Dad
I'm going to miss our phone calls and hearing your voice.
I know I'm a part of you and Mum and we share some beautiful memories together and l cherish that deeply.
Just at Invercargill airport ready to fly back to Australia, l know you'll be watching out for me and Chuck.

Always in my Heart Dad,
Love Jeanette (Nettie)💙🥰🙏
Jeanette Digney , Gold coast Australia