Murray RANKIN Obituary

Formerly of Invercargill, having retired to Wânaka. Passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on March 31, 2026, aged 69 years. Dearly loved son of the late Ray and Mary Rankin. Loved husband of the late Gwenda Rankin (née McLeod). Cherished friend of Ann Walker. Loved father and father-in-law of Gregory and Rebecca (Brisbane), Simon and Ché (Wellington), and Anna and Scott (Invercargill). Adored Grandad of Olivia, Harriet, Hugo (Brisbane), and Charlie and Thomas (Invercargill). Loved brother and brother-in-law of Keith and Jeanette (Invercargill), Allan (Motueka). Loved brother-in-law of Fiona and Ray (Christchurch), and Elspeth and David (Paraparaumu). Loved uncle of Leah and Paul (Christchurch), Hayden and Rachel (Invercargill), Lauren, Finlay, Callum and partners (London). A service to celebrate Murray's life will be held at J Fraser & Sons Chapel, cnr Esk and Doon Streets, Invercargill, on Thursday, April 9 at 10.00am. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland would be appreciated. The family sincerely thank the staff of the Medical Ward at Southland Hospital, the Dunedin and Christchurch Haematology teams, Rânui House in Christchurch, and Hospice Southland for their amazing care and support. Messages to 17 Swinton Street, Gladstone, Invercargill 9810 or to Murray's tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes