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WALLER Patricia Edna Laura (Pat), on October 14, 2023

peacefully on October 14, 2023, surrounded by her family, aged 91 years.  Dearly loved wife of David.  Much loved and treasured mother and mother in law of Jocelyn and John Hurley, and Sharon and Murray McManus.  Special Grandma of Chris and Clare, Phil and Jess; Tracey and Nathan, Steven, and the late Amanda, and great Grandma of Khloe, Amber, Alex, Madison, and Tyler.  Messages to the Waller family,      P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A private family service for Pat has been held.

ROBINSON Elaine Ann, on October 13, 2023

at Ashburton Hospital. Elaine passed away surrounded by her family, after a short battle with cancer, aged 75 years.  Dearly loved wife of Bruce for 57 years.  Loved and loving mother and mother in law of Carol, Christine and Mike, Angela and Mike, Barbara, and Kenneth and Tracey.  Loved grandmother of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Cut flowers only please.  Messages to the Robinson Family, 23 Walshs Road, Ashburton 7700.  A service to remember Elaine will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Wednesday, October 18, commencing at 2.00pm, followed by interment at the Seafield Lawn Cemetery.

WILSON Simon David, on October 8, 2023

At home surrounded by family, aged 55 years. Loved husband of Carol. Dearly loved dad of Daniel, Mark, Dean, and Sam.  Messages to the family of the late Simon Wilson, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A celebration of Simon’s life will be held at the Mount Hutt Memorial Hall, 160 Main Street, Methven, on Monday October 16, commencing at 11.00am, followed by a private cremation at Ashburton Crematorium. We will miss your cheeky smile and easy-going attitude.

WILLS John Athol (Doc) on October 9, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of John announce his passing. On October 9, he passed peacefully aged 83.  Most loved Dad and father in law to Kevin (Willy) and Nic, the late Bridget and Stu Burrell, Carolyn and Jeff Hollings, and Ben and Billie-Jean.  Friend of the late Helen.  Fun-loving G-Dad to all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. We will always remember the best times, the laughter and love.  Messages to 45 Nursery Drive, Ashburton 7700.  John’s service will be held at 2pm on Friday, October 13, at Paterson’s Chapel, Cox Street, Ashburton

CHURCH, Zeta May. On October 1, 2023, aged 90 years. 

Dearly loved wife of the late Peter Johnson, and the late Ray Church. Much loved mother and mother in law of Allan and Helen Johnson, Heather and Greg Shearer, Phillip and Margaret Johnson, and loved step mother of Vicki and Keith Smith.  Adored Nana Church of her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  A private cremation has been held.

“Re-united with her soulmate Ray” 

Will be sadly missed

ROBERTS Betty Christina – On October 3, 2023,

peacefully at Windsorcare, Christchurch, aged 100 years.  Dearly loved wife of the late John. A wonderful and much loved mother of Judith, Jennifer, Alistair and the late Bruce, and mother-in-law of Charles Knibb and Colleen. Loved and proud Grannie of Isabella and Charlotte Roberts. A special sister of Shirley Fisher, and the late Nancy and Ian. Messages to the Roberts family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Betty’s life will be held at St Stephen’s Anglican Church, 60 Park Street, Ashburton on Monday October 9, commencing at 2:00pm. Private cremation thereafter.

MOORE Kelly Jo Anne – On September 24, 2023,

suddenly at home, Ashburton. Aged 50 years. Loved wife of Phil. Much loved and adored mum of Logan, and Mischa. Messages to the Moore family P O Box 472 Ashburton 7740. At Kelly’s request a private family service has been held.

MOORE Kelly Jo Anne – passed away unexpectedly on September 24, 2023. Devoted and loving mother to Logan and Mischa. Dearly loved and treasured daughter of Gary and Norma, sister and sister-in-law to Shaun, Wendy and Gary. Much loved granddaughter of Ann and Doug (deceased), niece of Peter and Lois, Michael and Erica, Danny and Carol and families and niece of June and Tipa (Australia).  We will forever hold you in our hearts, you will be truly missed as our family feels broken without you.

MOORE Kelly Jo Anne – On September 24, 2023. Dearly loved daughter-in-law of Sue and the late Bruce Moore. Much loved and cherished sister-in-law of Robyn and Paul Chapman and super special and loved aunty of Holly.

ACLAND Rosemary, nee Hobson. On Friday 29 September 2023,

at home in Geraldine. Wife of John for 63 years. Mother and ‘mother in-law’ of Jessica & Jeff, Johnny & Rose, Paul & Paulo, Georgie & Pete, Alexandra & Tussock, Henry & Ling. Dearly loved Granny and Great Granny. Celebration of Ro’s life will be at St Mary’s Anglican Church, Geraldine – 1pm, Saturday 7 October. Donations to the parish.

GERKEN Gordon George, Reg No 35012 L/Cpl RNZA. On October 1, 2023,

peacefully at Ashford Retirement Village Prebbleton , just short of 98 years. Much loved husband of the late Helen. Dearly loved dad of Wendy. Grandfather to Nick and Victoria, and great grandfather to Oscar and Mason.  Messages to the Gerken family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and can be made at the service. A service to celebrate Gordon’s life will be held at our Chapel cnr East and Cox streets, Ashburton on Thursday October 5th commencing at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.