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Elaine TIPU Obituary

Surrounded by her loving family, our precious Elaine passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026, at Hospice Southland, Invercargill. Beloved daughter of the late George and Jenny. Deeply loved wife of Boof. Cherished mum and mother-in-law of Jendi and Billy, Shay and Annabel, and Jade. Adored sister of Raymond and Trish*. Devoted fur-mum to Floyd, who will miss her dreadfully. Loving grandma of Levi and Kiriama, Josh and Meg, Shaquille and Lilly, Keahn and Jorjah, Soul and Madison, and Izayah; treasured great-grandma to Niwa, Nui, and Chicago. The family sincerely thank the Hospice staff for the care, love, and support shown throughout Elaine's illness. A service to celebrate Elaine's life will be held at The Salvation Army, 20 Victoria Street, Invercargill, on Saturday, January 17, at 10.00am, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Southland would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages may be sent to 39 Spence Avenue, Otatara, or left on Elaine's tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz, where a link to Elaine's livestream can be found.
(*denotes deceased)


Published by Southland Times on Jan. 15, 2026.

Memories and Condolences
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Bernie Burke

January 25, 2026

Dear Boof and family, I just heard today that dear Elaine has passed away. I remember sitting round playing card at each of our houses, Rayleen, Sandra Day, Beverly Wybrow and me. Elaine was an invited rope in as the rest of us were in the home together. She was so awesome. Bernie Burke

Monique shirley

January 20, 2026

I was so very Sorry to hear of Elaine´s passing - what an amazing lady and such a proud Wife, Mum and Nana to her beautiful family - always smiling is how u will remember her -
Kind regards Monique and Grant

Pam Somerville

January 19, 2026

Sending all my love to you all at this very sad time. Elaine was the most amazing person and I truly cherished our friendship. Forever in our hearts, fondly remembered and dearly missed xx

David and Michele Henderson

January 17, 2026

Sorry to hear Levi, thinking of you and all your family.

Mohini Olds

January 17, 2026

So sorry to hear about your mum Jendi may she rest in peace.

David Cloake

January 16, 2026

To Boof and family we are sorry to hear the loss of Elaine and we will be thinking of you on Saturday.
David and Jayne Cloake

Michael Gaudin

January 16, 2026

I was so sorry to hear about Aunty elaine's passing. Even though it has been many years since we last spoke, I have fond memories of the time I snuck up on her in a comedy club at the Gold Coast in Australia I still remember it like it was yesterday and can still picture the smile on her face. My heart goes out to the whole family. Love you all and miss you dearly love Michael

Pam Cracknell

January 16, 2026

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Carolin

January 15, 2026

So sorry to hear Elaine has passed away, thinking of you all at this sad time, often saw Elaine out walking Floyd
Love from Carolin
C/O The Dentist on Kelvin

Christine Baird

January 15, 2026

So very sad to hear that Elaine has passed on
Such an amazing and talented woman. Christine especially enjoyed her time with Elaine doing the Patchwork Quilting
Condolences to Boof and the Tipu family
Christine and Alan Baird

Murray Heath

January 15, 2026

Boof and family I cannot express how sad I am for you all at this time. Such an amazing lady - out going - friendly - helpful and just a top lady. There would not be a Bowler in Southland who didn´t love Elaine. My deepest sympathy to you all. Boof take care mate - huge loss for you

Karen and Doug Edie

January 15, 2026

To Boof and Family our sincere condolences on the passing of Elaine. Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Kind regards Karen and Doug Edie.

Colin and Lynley Cameron

January 15, 2026

To Boof and Family, thinking of you all at this very sad time ,our sincere condolences.Colin and Lynley Cameron

Rob and Lyn Keen

January 15, 2026

Dear Boof and family we send our very heartfelt sympathy and thoughts at this so very sad time from all the keen family

Cheryl

January 15, 2026

Sorry to hear of Elaine´s passing, thinking of you all at this sad time

Jenna

January 15, 2026

I am so sorry to hear of Elaine's passing. She was a beautiful person inside and out, and I cherished our friendship so much. xx

Nicki Eustace

January 15, 2026

Dear Boof and family, so deeply sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Elaine. Our thoughts are with you all at this very sad time. We love the photo with her furbabies. Take care, Nicki Eustace & Tracy Kilkelly, Hato Hone St John

Julie Hayward

January 15, 2026

Deepest Sympathy on the loss of a wonderful wife, mother & friend - cherish the memories you made together as a family, hold them close to your hearts cherished forever. Special thoughts and always with love, Julie Hayward

avis searle mckinley

January 15, 2026

I would like to pass on our condolences to u and your family at this very sad time

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