Peacefully at Terrace View Retirement Village.  Adored husband of the late Margaret. Much loved father and father in law of Suzanne and Warren Harris (Ashburton), and John and Chris Kappelle (Havelock).  Treasured Opa of Matthew, Andrew, Hannah, Robert, and Sarah. Loved by his seven great-grandchildren.  Beloved brother of Marijke (Australia).   Messages to Gerry’s family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A special thank you to the caring staff at Terrace View.  Flowers respectfully declined.  A private Memorial service will be held in Rangiora.

Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, aged 90 years.  Much loved wife of the late Chris.   Loved mother and mother in law of Jenny and Sean, Chris and Yvonne, Deon and Tersia, Rene and Leonard, and treasured Oma of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Messages to the Botha Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate and remember Freda’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East/Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday February 7, commencing at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Avis on February 1, 2025, in her 84^th year. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Ken for 60 years. Loved mother and mother in law of Lisa and Tony Clarke, Sandra and Kelvin Busbridge, and Kathryn Gray. Loved Nan of Daniel and Kirsten; Tobey, Gabrielle and Jorja; Sam, Ethan and Ruby. Loved sister and sister in law of the late Gwenda and Allan McKenzie, and Betty and the late Athol Wills. Thanks to Dr Diane Young and the staff at Radius Millstream for their care and support during the last weeks of her life. Messages to the Kingsland Family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A memorial service to celebrate Avis’ life will be held at our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Wednesday February 5, commencing at 11.00am.

In the wonderful care of the staff at Ashburton Hospital, on Saturday,  January 25, 2025. Much loved wife of Noel. Mother and mother-in-law of Jay and Sasha, Dena and James.  Grandma to Olivia, Emerson, Ana, Eli, Charlie, Georgie, Kane and Tyler. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and can be made at Kay’s Service. Messages to the Morriss Family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service for Kay will be held at Our Chapel cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Monday February 3, commencing at 10.30am followed by private cremation at Ashburton Crematorium.

Died peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday 17 January 2025, at Rosebank Life Care, Ashburton, aged 92 years. Dearly loved husband of Nola (dec), loved father of Stephen (dec), David (dec), Lee-Anne and Sally. Loved stepfather of Derylie, Philip, David and Leita. Cherished Grandad to all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Heartfelt thanks to all those who cared for Dowell at Rosebank. Laid to rest in a private family gathering. A Memorial will be held at a later date, to be advised.

Peacefully in the care of Methven House on January 15, 2025, in her 93^rd year.  Dearly loved wife of the late Bryan.  Loved mother and mother in law of Mark and Inez, and the late Bronwyn, Guy and Susan, Ben and Renee.  Adored Nana of Sophie; Amy, Oliver, and Sam.  Messages to the Waldron family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  Special thanks to the staff at Methven House for their loving care of ODell.  A Graveside service for ODell will be held at the Oamaru New Cemetery, Roxby Street, Oamaru on Saturday January 18, commencing at 11.00am.

Peacefully after a courageous battle, supported by his family. Much loved by his wife Pam and his family Tom and Emma, Will and Renee, Ben and Sam, Olly and Tyla. Proud Grumps of Merida, Arlie and Hamish. In lieu of flowers, a donation in honour of Tony to Nurse Maude Hospice may be made at the service. A Memorial service to celebrate Tony’s life will be held at the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, Methven on Saturday, January 18, 2025 commencing at 3pm. In respect of Tony’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.

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passed away peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton on January 10, 2025, aged 94 years.  Dearly loved wife of the late Maurice.  Much loved sister and sister in law of Shirley and Mick Moase, Trevor and Ethel Hume, Eric and Florence Hume, and Joyce and Gordon Kilgour (all deceased). Loved aunty of her 12 nieces and nephews.  Messages to Roma’s family P O Box 472, Ashburton7740, or 2 Orchard Grove Ashburton 7700.  Thank you to everyone within the Rosebank community for their care, compassion and friendship given to Roma.  In accordance with Roma’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

Peacefully at Tuarangi Home, in his 90^th year. Adored husband of Jeanette. Much loved Dad and father in law of Belinda and Lance, Kate and Stefan, and John. Loved Pop of five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Alan’s family would like to thank the staff at Tuarangi Home for their love and care of Alan. Messages to the Deal Family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In accordance with Alan’s wishes a private cremation has taken place.

Peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare aged 85. Loved husband of Margaret. Loved brother and brother in law of Ivan (dec) and Janita, Rodney and Cheryl, and Jennifer. Loved uncle of Joanna and Jonathan, Tessa and Peter, Gina and Gavin, Olivia, Thomas, Charlotte and Elizabeth. Ray’s family would like to thank the staff at Rosebank for their love and care of Ray during his time with them. In accordance with Ray’s wishes, a private family interment has been held.