Isobel Nancy ( Nancy) Forde

28th August 1931 - 31st October 2026
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J Fraser and Son's Chapel
Corner of Esk and Doon Street
Invercargill
Monday 9 November 2026, 11:00AM
Open live stream

FORDE, Isobel Nancy ( Nancy)

Of Heddon Bush, peacefully at Clare House, Invercargill on Saturday 31st October 2026, in her 96th year.

For 64 years the much loved wife and best friend of the late Des.

Loved mother and mother-in-law of Greg and Liz (USA), Dalene and Howdy, Paula and Dave, Mark and Joan. Loved and respected Grandad Nana of Richard, Shaun, Tony, Nicolas, and Emma. Nana Nancy to Mitchell, and Finlay, Charlotte, and Willow. Loved sister, sister-in-law and Aunt of the Rizzi and Forde families.

A service to celebrate Nancy's life will be held at 11.00am, Monday 9th November at J Fraser and Sons Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, followed by interment at the East Winton Cemetery. Messages to 59 Gerard Road, Drummond RD3, Otautau 9683 

Messages

I have known Nancy for many years and will always remember her warm smile, her beautiful art, flower arranging and dressmaking. I was fortunate to have Nancy make my wedding dress from a picture in a magazine - it was perfect. I also went to calligraphy classes at Nancy's home. She was so encouraging and made it fun. Nancy will be missed by so many. My sincere sympathy to her family on the death of Nancy - a lovely person.
Diane Macdonald , Winton
To Dalene, Paula, Mark and families
Sending my deepest sympathy to you all. May your treasured memories will bring comfort at this sad time. Thoughts are with you.
Janice McKerchar, Winton
To Dalene, Paula, Mark and families

So sorry to hear this news, but she had a cracker of an innings. I'm glad she and Uncle Des are back together again.
I was always so impressed with her as an artist and hope her delightful artwork on the walls have a richer meaning now.

With you in spirit,
Christine & Deana
Christine Kerr, Sydney Australia
To Nancy’s family we extend our deepest sympathies and condolences 💐.Nancy was a talented lady and fondly remembered for her artwork ,and her quiet way ,with a smile ,of sharing her knowledge and talents.Special memories of the lovely wee book written and illustrated for the grandchildren in which the wee ladybug featured!.A treasure 💐.
With our kindest regards ,
Marilyn and Peter McKenzie.
Marilyn McKenzie, Winton
To Nancy’s family, Debbie and I would like to pass on our most sincere condolences at this very sad time of the passing of Nancy. Debbie had many wonderful times out at the Heddon Bush farm learning painting with Nancy while Des and I chewed the fat about everything and anything. Many precious memories for both Debbie and I with Nancy and Des. An extremely talented lady rest well Nancy. Debbie and Wayne Harper Winton
Wayne Harper , Winton
Our condolences are with you all at this sad time
Regards Guy Talboys and Cindy Clark
Cindy Clark, Winton
My thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Nancy was a loving, caring and very talented lady.
I still remember the wedding dress Nancy made for my doll about 55 years ago as it was made to absolute perfection.
Treasure your memories.
JANENE DYKES, Winton
To The Forde Family,

So sorry to learn of Nancy's passing. Our deepest sympathy and thoughts are with you all.

Warm regards,
Stewart, Roslyn & Hamish
Stewart Booth, Winton