Passed away peacefully in the care of Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, on Monday 19th December, 2022, in her 91st year. Dearly loved wife of the late Ken Smith. Much loved mother and mother in law of Jillian and Peter George, Christine and the late Dougal Moore, Richard Smith and Louise Green. Treasured Nana and Nana Mary of of Nicholas, Cheyenne, Jayden, William and Charlotte;  Hamish, Courtney and Harry; James, Laura, Jack, Annabel and Daisy; Tori, Jamie, Jakob, Liam and Zac; Jaclyn, Jonny and Olivia; Sam;  Matt and Esther; and Maddie and Kate. Thank you to the staff at Rosebank for the loving care they have given Mary over the past 4 years. Messages to the Smith family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Mary will be farewelled by her family this week. A memorial service and celebration of her life will be held in late January at a date to be advised.

BURKE Patrick Gordon, Flt Lieutenant RNZAF, in his 80^th year, at Ashburton Hospital, on December 15, 2022.  Dearly beloved husband of Dianne (Christchurch), and loved brother of Clyde (Nelson). Finally resting in peace, after a brave fight with Multiple Myeloma.  Heartfelt thanks to Professor Mike Ardagh, for his long term help, advice and commitment to Patrick’s welfare. Grateful thanks also to Dr Ruth Spearing, Haematologist, and Dr Scott Wilson, Ashburton Hospital ,for his care, and good communication. Messages to the Burke family P O Box 472, Ashburton, 7740. Donations to Multiple Myeloma NZ Research would be appreciated and may be made online at http://bit.ly/pgburke1512.   A Memorial Funeral Mass for Patrick will be celebrated at the Church of the Holy Name, 58 Sealy Street, Ashburton on Tuesday December 20, commencing at 1.00pm.

Passed away peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, aged 78 years.  Dearly loved husband of Yvonne.  Much loved father and father in law of Martin and Della-Maree, Paul and Dan, and Ian.  Treasured Grandad of Brandan, James and Sarah, and Gini (Princess) and Grady.  Messages to the Letham family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service to celebrate Rodger’s life will be held at the Ashburton Event Centre, Wills Street, Ashburton on Thursday December 22, commencing at 2.00pm, followed by cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

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passed away at Terrace View Retirement Village, Ashburton, aged 81 years.  Dearly loved son of the late Bert and Edith Baughen.  Loved brother and brother in law of Claire and Merv Tutty. Messages to the Baughen family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7700.   Special thanks to the staff at Terrace View for their loving care of Greg.  A service to celebrate Greg’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Street,  Ashburton on Wednesday December 21, commencing at 2.30pm, followed by cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

unexpectedly at Christchurch Hospital, aged 57 years. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of Michael.  Loved sister and sister in law of Debbie and Bryan, and sister in law of John and Ann-Marie, Nicola and Dave, and the late Willlie.  Loved aunty and great-aunty of all her nieces and nephews. Best friend of Jake, and Minnie. In lieu of flowers donations to the Christchurch Kidney Society would be appreciated and may be made online at http://bit.ly/kmbrosnan1212.  Messages to the Brosnan family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A funeral service to celebrate Kim’s life will be held at St Ita’s  Church, West Town Belt, Rakaia, on Friday December 16, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Rakaia Cemetery.

at Ashburton, peacefully with his family.  Aged 89 years.  Dearly loved husband of the late Valerie.  Much loved father of Sally, Robbin, Hamish and Charlotte, and their families. Messages to the Hepburn family, P.O. Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Gratitude to the Radius Millstream staff who cared for Don over the past few months. At Don’s request, a private family service will be held, with an anticipated Memorial service held in early 2023.

peacefully at Coldstream Lifecare, Ashburton, surrounded by her loving family, aged 91 years.  Dearly loved wife of the late Norman.  Much loved mother of Graeme, Diane, and Jennifer.  Treasured Nana of all her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Messages to the Gibbs family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service to remember Ngaire will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Wednesday December 14, commencing at 10.30am, followed by cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

peacefully in his sleep, at Radius Millstream, Ashburton. In his 99^th year. Dearly loved and cherished husband of the late Alison.  Much loved father of the late Frank and his partner Jenny.  Loved brother and brother in late of the late Rex and Marjorie, the late Geoff and Doris, Anna Eathorne.  Loved brother in law of the late Beverley and Alan Wilson, John and Val Fleming, the late Neil Fleming, Colin and Anne Fleming, Allison and the late David Fleming.  Loved by his many nieces and nephews and their families.  Messages to the Crampton family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service to celebrate Colin’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Monday December 12, commencing at 10.30am, followed by cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

passed peacefully on December 6, 2022 at Summerset Wigram, Christchurch, aged 91 years.  Daughter of the late WF (Frank) Woolley and Laura. Loved wife of the late Alister Kerslake, mother of Lindsay Kerslake & partner Hilary. Grandmother to Chris Kerslake and partner Alyssa, former mother in law of Jan Kerslake. Sister of the late June Percy, May Dodds and the late Francis Woolley. Aunty to Coral Shaw and Peter, David Dodds, and the late Alan Dodds, Diane Kerslake and Janet Percy. Messages to the Kerslake family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Gratitude goes out to the caring staff at Summerset Wigram. A Service to celebrate Betty’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Wednesday December 14, commencing at 2.00pm, followed by cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

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Loving partner of Keith. Sadly Andy passed away on December 6, 2022 after a short battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving sisters, Leigh, Jane, and Beth.  She will be living on in our hearts forever.  R.I.P beautiful lady. A private family service has been held.