Elizabeth Sue (Liz) Soper

12th October 1953 - 31st May 2026
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Athol Hall
Athol-Five Rivers Hwy
Athol
Wednesday 3 June 2026, 1:00PM
Open live stream

SOPER, Elizabeth Sue (Liz)

Liz passed suddenly after a short illness on Sunday 31st May 2026 in Dunedin Hospital, surrounded in comfort and love with family by her side.

Dearly loved wife and soulmate of Winston (Sam). Treasured mum of Gemma and Mescha, mother in law to Ben and adored grandmother (Bimbi) of Hunter and Evie. Loved by her sister, brothers, nieces and nephews, and the wider Soper and Frampton families.

A service to celebrate Liz's life will be held in the Athol Hall on Wednesday 3rd June at 1.00pm followed by her burial at the Athol Cemetery and we welcome guests to honour her with a touch of colour.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Plunket which Liz dedicated so much of her time to, would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to PO Box 19, Athol, Southland 9749

Messages

Very sorry to hear of Liz passing. Will always remember her for being so good to me and Michael and louise.

Love Glenda Erskine (soper)
Glenda Erskine , Invercargill
My sincere sympathy to you all from a Plunket friend from years ago at the time of selling Henry Street in Queenstown. Us Dipton ladies so enjoyed her company and we had fun times together .
Helen Wilson, Arrowtown
Dear Winston,
I’ve been thinking of you lots over this tough time.I’m sorry I can’t make it to the funeral tomorrow. A sad day but a celebration also of Liz’s life well lived.
Love Liz Selbie.
Liz Selbie, Dunedin
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Liz- such a lovely lady with her gorgeous smile and personality. Having a wine (with icecubes) in the Athol Shop won't be the same without Liz across the table to chat to. Our deepest condolences to you and the family Winston, and so sorry we can't be there tomorrow. Much love from Ange and Steve (Athol Post Office) xx
Angela and Steve Lamaletie , Auckland
Winston, very sorry for your loss. Thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Barry and Belinda McAlister
Barry and Belinda McAlister, Winton
My deepest sympathy to Winston and family on your sad loss of Liz. I will always remember her warmth and benevolent strength of character.
Murray McLachlan and family, Gold Coast, Australia
Winston, our condolences on the passing of Liz. Our thoughts are with you and the family at this sad time.
Bryan & Yvonne Johnstone, Cromwell
I was shocked to read of Liz’s death. Sadly I’m unable to attend her service today.
I have many happy childhood memories of time spent with Liz & the Frampton family & I send my sincere sympathy to Sam & the extended family.
Nick Overton
Nick Overton, Wanaka
Thinking of you all 😘 Love from your Fiji family
Gaby and Mark, Beverly Crt Korotogo
Dear Measha, Gemma and Sam,

I am so sorry for your loss. Your mum was such a lovely, wonderful and special person. She always made me feel like family, whether we were sharing holidays together or simply spending time at her home. She had a way of making everyone feel welcome, valued and cared for.

I will miss her deeply and will always remember her kindness, warmth and generosity.

My thoughts and love are with you all during this very difficult time.

Lots of love,

Scotty
Scott gange, Australia
Thinking of you Sam and your family on the sad passing of liz.
Deepest condolences
From
Dot and Gary Muir
Dorothy Muir, Invercargill
We were very saddened to hear of the passing of Liz. We will miss Liz and the jovial times we had in the cafe and bar . To all the family accept our condolances and enjoy the good times and there would have been a lot of them. We have just watched the live stream of the service and enjoyed hearing all the stories and some wonderful videos. Keep strong guys.
Murray and Jennifer Jarvis, Invercargill
Winston and Family's please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of Liz.. R.I.P 💔 💔 Trish Murray (Crosbie)
Trish Murray , Invercargill