Sadly, Paul passed away on July 2^nd 2023. Beloved husband and soulmate of Paula, devoted father and father-in-law of Ian and Leanne, Angela, Stefanie and Roger. Adored Pa to Emma, Ben and baby Bean. Treasured son of Joan and the late John Lawrence. Cherished brother and brother-in-law of Peter and Bronwyn, Trevor and Denise, and Chris and Mel. Much loved nephew of Ruth and the late John Ivison, and Barbara and Trevor Greasley. At Paul’s request, a private celebration of his life has been held.

“Everything you love will probably be lost,                                                                                                                     But in end,                                                                                                                                                                 Love will return in another way”

at Ashburton, aged 61 years, after a very short illness.  Very loved husband and soul mate of Maria. Loved and respected father of David. Loved son of Viv, Bill and Marlene (dec) and brother of Sam, Andrew and Sharon. Loved brother in law and uncle of all his nieces and nephew, and best friend of Robyn and Steve. Messages to the O’Connor family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A private cremation has been held as per Dave’s wishes.

peacefully at home with his family by his side, aged 81 years.  Dearly loved husband of Margaret, and father and father in law of Douglas and Kirsten, Leslie, Leigh, Christine and the late Sam, and John.  Treasured Grandad and great-Grandad of Carley, Alisha, Lucy, Campbell, Ollie, and Carter. Thanks to the Methven Medical Centre for their care of Stan.  Messages to the Quirk family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A private service to celebrate Stan’s life has been held.

Jim would like to announce the sad passing of his loved and loving wife Chrissie, peacefully at home with family and friends. Dearest loved and loving sister of Jan Wilson (Nelson).  Loved niece of David Shannon (Dunedin).  Loved step-Mum of Jaime-Lee, and Grandma to Georgia and Thomas (Auckland).  Much loved and loving sister in law of Bruce and Peta Glanville (Melbourne), and Treena and Grant McHenry and families (Napier). Loved and cherished friend to many.  Messages to Chrissie’s family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In lieu of flowers donations to Ashburton St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Chrissie will be at home from Friday afternoon. A service for Chrissie will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Saturday July 8, commencing at 10.30am, followed by interment at the Ashburton Seafield Lawn Cemetery.  Please wear something bright to celebrate Chrissie’s life.

at Tuarangi Home Ashburton. Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family aged 88 years. Dearly loved father and father in law of Reuben and Jo, Julian and Jo.  Loved grandfather of Jed, Isla, Ashton and Charlotte. Special thanks to the staff at Tuarangi Home for the wonderful care of Wout. Messages may be posted to PO Box 16487; Christchurch, 8441. A celebration of Wout’s life will be held on Friday 21 July 2023, 2.00pm at the Pohara Boat Club, 995 Abel Tasman Drive, Tata Beach, Golden Bay.

at home, with his sons, aged 71 years.  Dearly loved husband of the late Trish.  Much loved father and father in law of Mike and Emma, Dave and Lisa, and treasured Grandad of Baden, and Stella; and Lilly.  Messages to 4 Douglas Drive, Ashburton 7700.  A private service for Alan has been held.

suddenly at home, Ashburton. Aged 77 years. Dearly loved husband of Eleanor. Cherished and adored father and father in law of Nik and Cam, Di and Marcus Humm, and Karen and Andrew Morgan. Much loved grandad Bob of Troy; Georgia, Will, and the late Hannah; and Harper. Rest In Peace. Messages to the O’Reilly family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service will be held in celebration of Bob’s life at the Church of Holy Name, Sealy Street, Ashburton on Tuesday July 4, commencing at 2.00pm, followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

 Passed away peacefully at home, Ashburton. On June 27, 2023, aged 69 years. Dearly loved husband of Valmai (nee Husband), much loved father and father in law of Nicky Copland, Julie and Haden Batty, Lisa and Mark Bennett, Amy Copland and Matt Catley. Idolised Pop Pop to Thomas, Danny, Blake, Logan, Ryan, Alex, Luke, Trent, William, and Jack. We wish to thank our wonderful family and friends who have been there for us over the past few months. Also, Dr Penny Holdaway and the team at Three Rivers and the Palliative Care Nurses. Messages to the Copland family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Ian’s life will be held at the Ashburton Club and MSA, Havelock Street, Ashburton on Wednesday July 5, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by interment at the Chertsey Cemetery.

at home, surrounded by her family, aged 80 years.  Much loved wife and bestmate of John. Dearly loved mother and mother in law of Michael and Tina, Stephanie and David Gorman, Lisa and Craig Cowper, and Joanne and James Callaghan.  Treasured Gran of her 14 grandchildren and their partners, and great-GG to her 9 great-grandchildren.  Messages to the Syme family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A Memorial service to celebrate Daphne’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Tuesday July 4, commencing at 1.30pm.

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peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, surrounded by his family, aged 61 years.  Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Nicki.  Much loved Dad of Adam, Sam and Lisa.  Messages to the Banks family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service for Tony will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, on Tuesday July 4, commencing at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Ashburton Seafield Lawn Cemetery.