Dorothy Esme May Strong

18th May 1924 - 23rd May 2020
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STRONG, Dorothy Esme May. Sadly and with heavy hearts we announce that Dot passed away peacefully at Calvary Hospital, Invercargill,  on May 23, 2020, surrounded by her family.

Most dearly loved wife of the late Jim (William James), cherished mother and mother in law of Gay and John Evans, Avis and Brian Healey, Warren and Pauline Strong, Lexie and Dave O’Shea, Raewyn Strong, Alan and Raewyn Strong. Treasured Nana Dot of Jackie, Megan, Joanne, Joelle, Bron, Debbie, Sonia, Carla, Daniel, Olibhear, Liam, Sam, Hayden, Corbin and Kayla. Special wee Nan of great grandchildren, Lauren, William, Rachel, Mathew, Astar, Patrick, Madison, Reggie, Hannah, Blake and Isabella.

Our heartfelt thanks to the carers, nurses and staff at Calvary who have lovingly looked after Dot for the past several years. Dot will be farewelled at a private family service. Messages can be sent to 143 Gimblett St Invercargill 9810 or to Dot’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes. J Fraser and Sons.

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My deepest sympathy to Dorothy's family on her passing.So pleased I set her hair on Wednesday. She always look nice and we loved her dearly.
She was very fond of you all and she was so lucky to have you visit as often as you could.May she rest in peace.
Juliana O'Connell, Colac Bay
My sympathies to all the family on the loss of Dorothy - Mum, Grandmother & Great grandmother. She has lived a very long and good life. The 23rd May - 4 years since sister Eunice passed so day of special significance for your family. Thoughts to all
Judy Buchanan, Winton
Very sorry to see the passing of Dot. Always a lovely little lady to to carry and gratfull for our assistance, except when she had to wait. Will miss you Dot. Allistar, CAB60 Bluestar.
Allistar Graeve, Invercargill
Love and hugs going to Warren and Pauline and Families in the sad passing of your Mum.
Love Bev and Ian
Bev & Ian Jukes, Bluff
Our heartfelt sympathies to all the family on the passing of Dorothy. We are thinking of you all at this time.
All our love,
Russ, Lorraine and family., Rockhampton Australia.
Our deepest sympathies to all the family. Treasure the wonderful memories you have, Dot will always be remembered by our family for her kindness and quick wit. A lovely wee lady with a big heart. RIP Dot.
Love Kelvin,Jacinta, Shamus, Anton, Taz & Kieran O'Connell.
Kelvin O'Connell, Cambridge
Deepest sympathy to all family,Dorothy always a bright wee person busy sewing minding Jim, etcetc, had lot to do with her swimming days with Alan she was always happy to help with travel. carnivals, etc, so proud of all the families achievements, She,ll be sadly missed , have treasured memories,
Kind regards Gail White Riverton
Gail white , Riverton
To Strong Family sorry to hear the passing of your Mum thoughts and prayers with family at this time..
Pete & Jo Maynard and family ChCh
Peter Maynard, Christchurch