peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, aged 94 years. Much loved wife of the late Jim Powell. Cherished Mum and grandmother of Neville, Ray, Jenny, K-M, and Scarlett, as well as stand-in Mum to many others. “A long life, well lived”. Messages to the Powell family P O Box 472, Ashburton. A service to celebrate Ethel’s life will be held at our chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton TODAY, Saturday 23rd, commencing at 10.30am, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.
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WELLMAN John Richard, on July 19, 2022
The family of John announce with sadness his passing on July 19, 2022 at Ashburton. Dearly loved husband of Heather for 62 years. Father of Tracy, and Richard, father in law of Darryl, and Jodie. Poppa of Miranda, and Henry. Messages to the Wellman family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. We will farewell him in a private service.
FAGAN Taz, on July 20, 2022
died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on July 20, 2022, having made it to 65 years. Loving wife of Mark, adored Mum of Nicola and Tracey Fagan, and Samantha and Sam O’Brien. Beautiful Nana of Bill’e, Leah, Jethro, Frankie, and Blake . Will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Messages to 25 Alford Forest Road, Ashburton 7700. Mark and family would like to thank all those who cared for Taz. At Taz’s request a private cremation has been held.
BLAIR Elizabeth May (Betty), on July 18, 2022
peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, aged 93 years. Dearly loved daughter of the late James and Elizabeth Blair. Much loved sister and sister in law of the late Douglas, the late Alan, and Margaret, and the late Maurice, and Jannet. Treasured ‘Aunt’ of the late Susan, Elizabeth and Mark, John and Vicki, Joanna and Hamish, and a much loved great aunt and great-great aunt. Special thanks to Dr Penny Holdaway and the staff at Rosebank for their loving care of Betty. Messages to the Blair family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Betty’s life will be held at the Lagmhor Church, Jacksons Road, Westerfield on Saturday July 23, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by a private interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.
BRADLEY Valmai Mary (Val), on July 19, 2022
peacefully at home, Ashburton, aged 84 years. Loved wife of the late Max. Loved Mum of Darral and Nicky, the late Grant, Kaye and Eddie, and Sandy and Greg. Adored Nana and great-Nana of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Messages to the Bradley family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Service for Val will be held at Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Thursday July 21, commencing at 2.00pm, followed by cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.
CAIRNS Beulah Jean (nee Ferguson), on July 18, 2022
Beulah passed away peacefully as she slept on 18 July 2022, at St Andrew’s Home & Hospital, Dunedin. In her 88th year. Beulah was the dearly loved friend and wife of the late Neil for 74 years, and a treasured Mum who will be remembered with much love by daughters Debbie Halls (Sydney), Melissa (Dunedin), Rachel Harris (Dunedin), our late son and brother Shannon; sons-in-law Graham Harris and Brady Halls, and her cherished sister Mavis Pratt. Grandchildren Jett, Indiana, Charlotte, Poppy, Ella, Louis, and great-grandaughter Evie, all have fond memories of a loving Nana. Beulah will be dearly missed by us all. Messages to cairnsbeulah@gmail.com. The service to celebrate Beulah’s life will be held at Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Monday July 25, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery .
CAMERON Jennifer Anne (formerly Robinson), on July 16, 2022
22.06.1947-16.07.2022.Daughter of the late George & Ida Butler. Dearly loved wife of John. Forever loved & cherished mother & mother in law of Sara & Tim (Glenorchy) Mark & Leonie (Ashburton,) and Aaron (Peel Forest). A very special Nana & Great Nana. Simply the most beautiful sister and sister in law to Ted & Sheryll (Waimate) and Margi & the late Russell (Dunedin) Sadly after a 6mth long and courageous battle in Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by family, in her 75th year. Your fight has come to an end. You can now fly high with the angels lovely lady. Always in our thoughts & forever in our hearts.”God saw you were getting tired and a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around you & whispered “come with me “. Messages to P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Jennifer’s life will be held at Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday July 22, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Seafield Lawn Cemetery, Seafield Road, Ashburton.
LETHAM John Gavin, on July 13, 2022
peacefully at Methven House, on July 13, 2022, aged 94 years. Only son of the late Janet and John. Devoted husband and soulmate of the late Audrey. Loved and respected Dad of Christine (deceased), and Ian and Jackie. Much loved Grandad of Mark, Hamish, and Kristie. Loved Uncle Gavin to his nieces, nephews and their families. Messages to the Letham family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Special thanks to Dr Cheryl Tallon, and to all the kind and caring staff at Methven House. A service to celebrate Gavin’s life will be held at St John’s Presbyterian Church, Jackson Street, Methven on Monday July 18, commencing at 10.00am, followed by a private interment.
KERSHAW Norman (Norm/Curly), on July 11, 2022
, peacefully at Ashburton, aged 78 years. Loved and loving husband and best mate of Lorraine. Dearly loved and loving Dad of Brent and Rebecca, and Blair. Proud Pop of Bailey, Josh, and Nick. Dearly loved brother and travelling companion of Barbara and David, and loved uncle . In lieu of flowers, donations to Ashburton St John would be appreciated and may be made on line at http://bit.ly/nkershaw1107 . Messages to the Kershaw family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Norman’s life will be held at Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday July 15, commencing at 11.00am, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.
Elliott Jean Naomi (nee Doig),on July 11, 2022
now at peace, surrounded by her loving family. Dearly loved wife of Murray. Loved mother, mother in law and Nana of Sharron and David, and the late Jock, Brandon and Hannah, Tod and Steph; Jane and Kenneth, Jessie and Tom, Charlie and Jack. Wonderful memories that we will hold forever in our hearts. Messages to the Elliott family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Jean’s life will be held at Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Thursday July 14, commencing at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.