passed away in a place of special significance doing something he loved on November 8, 2023, aged 63 years. Dearly loved best friend and soul mate of the late Cindy.  Adored father of Josie and Maddie. Cherished father-in-law of Hamish. Loved Pops of Mckenzie. Beloved son of Mumajan, the late John and the late Joe. Much loved brother to Jo, and Shorty. Loved and missed by all his friends and extended family. Messages to the Hampton family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Memorial service to celebrate Simon’s life will be held at the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, Main Street Methven on Wednesday November 15 commencing at 1:30pm.

passed suddenly at Christchurch Public Hospital. Loving wife of Dennis. Much loved Mum and Mum in law of Erin, and Lynley and John Horton. Adored Grandma of Ethan, Israel and Gabriel. Dearly loved sister and sister in law of Brenda and the late Denzil Law, and Warren and Philippa Deuart. Treasured aunty, cousin and friend to many. Messages to the Burridge family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service for Lois will be held at the Hakatere Presbyterian Church, Oxford Street, Ashburton, on Monday November 13, commencing at 11am, followed by interment at Ashburton, Seafield Lawn Cemetery.

peacefully, surrounded by his family, aged 67 years.  Dearly loved husband of Rose.  Much loved father and father in law of Tracey and Andy, Amy and John, and Craig and Eboni.  Treasured Grandy of Brittany, Eden, Casey, Cooper, Jaya, Bronson, Kora, Brayden, and Shay, and great-Grandy of Nicholas. Messages to the Kellett family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A Service to celebrate Les’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Monday November 13, commencing at 11.00am ,followed by interment at the Ashburton Seafield Lawn Cemetery.

passed away peacefully on November 4, 2023, aged 93 years young.  Loved husband of the late Betty.  Respected and loved father, father in law and friend of Judith and Andrew, and Robyn and Bevan. Treasured grandfather ‘Rex’ of the late Callan, Anna, and the late Ashley; Rebecca and Chris, and Monique and Riki.  Special great-grandfather of Kahu, Stella, and wee Milla.  Much loved brother and uncle.  Thanks for the care shown to Rex at the Ashburton Hospital, and Rosebank Lifecare.  Messages to the Cochrane family, 96 Ashburton Staveley Road, RD 1, Ashburton 7771.  As per Rex’s wishes a private farewell has been held.

Passed away peacefully in Ashburton, surrounded by his family. Dearly loved husband of Joan. Loved father and father in law of Robert and Louise, and Bruce and Valerie.  Very proud grandfather of Neil and Sonya, and Amy; and Sophie.  Many thanks to the staff at Ashburton Hospital.  Messages to Hartley’s family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A celebration of Hartley’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday November 3, commencing at 1,30pm, followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

nee Tilson. (Formerly of Ashburton and Hinds) Nellie passed away on Friday 27 October, 2023 at her home (Parkstone Village, Christchurch).Dearly loved wife of Arnold (deceased).  Treasured mother and mother-in-law of Judith and Warren Smith, Bruce and Alena Burrows, Jane and John Wright, and much loved and respected Nana of Ben Wright, Chris, Alice and Mia Burrows. Messages to the Burrows Family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Nellie’s life will be held in Our Chapel, corner East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Saturday 4 November, commencing at 11.00. followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

Peacefully at the Christchurch hospital surrounded by his family. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Vyonne for 49 years. Adored and respected father of Kerryn and Warren, and father in law of the late Paul. Special thanks to the staff at Christchurch hospital over the past weeks.  Your support and care of Peter has been outstanding and the family is truly grateful. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Watt family may be sent c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton, 7740. Peter’s funeral service will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Thursday 2 November 2023, at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation.

Peacefully in her sleep with family by her side at Ashburton Hospital. Aged 48 years. Loved wife and soulmate of Nigel (Nudge). Loved mother of James, Jacob, Dannielle and their partners. Loved daughter of Stev and Lynn Tocher. Loved sister of Brendon and Tania, and the late Yvette. Loved daughter in law of Harry and Pauline Chatterton. Loved Sister-in-law of Karen and Rob, Angela and Hamish, Leeanne and Marcus. Loved aunt of all her nieces and nephews and special friend to many.  Messages to the Chatterton family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A celebration of Tarsh’s life will be held in our Chapel cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Wednesday November 1, commencing at 1:30pm, followed by interment at Ashburton Seafield Cemetery.

formally Chapman (nee Hydes). On October 23, 2023 at Rosebank Lifecare Ashburton, aged 89 years. Much loved and cherished wife of Dowell. Mother and mother-in-law of Derylie, Steve, Philip, Anita, David, Mai, and Leita. Stepmother to Lee-Ann, Sally and the late David, and the late Stephen. Loved nan & old nan to all of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. A special thank you to the caring staff at Rosebank Lifecare Ashburton. At Nola’s request a private cremation has been held.

23.09.39 to 17.10.23. It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Colin after a lengthy battle with cancer. Much loved partner and best friend of Daphne Harris (nee King) Respected friend of Sonya, Tyler partner Niki and wee Asher, Kevin and Katrina, Belinda and Matthew Fine, Sophie and Nicholas. Friend to Daphne’s wider family. A private farewell has been held as per Colin’s wishes. Messages to 78 George Street, Tinwald, Ashburton, 7700.