With great sadness we are letting you know that our precious Paddy passed away on July 8, 2024. He fought to be with us and continued throughout, battling each setback. Deeply loved husband of Gayle. Adored father of Kate, Emma and Mitchell. Greatly loved stepfather to Isaac and Emma. Grandfather of the century to Max, Ayla, Logan and Benji. Best friend to all. Messages to Paddy’s family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service for Paddy will be held in Our Chapel cnr East and Cox Street, Ashburton. On Friday July 12, commencing at 2pm. Followed by private cremation.

Peacefully at Radius Millstream, aged 93 years.  Dearly loved and cherished husband of the late Marilyn.  Much loved father and father in law of Julianne and Charles Arnott, Greg and Debra, Paul and Sue, John and Jo, and a loved Grandad of all his grandchildren and one great-grandchild.  A special thank you to Radius Millstream and Dr Diane Young for their amazing care and empathy shown to Maurice and the family.  Messages to the Houston family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service to celebrate Maurice’s life will be held at the Church of the Holy Name, Sealy Street, Ashburton on Thursday July 11,  commencing at 11.00am followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, surrounded by family. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of Jason. Much loved Mum of Jaycob, and Rylee and Nana of Jessica. Loving daughter of Gary, and Andrea Donaldson and their respective partners Robin, and Graeme. Loved sister of Michael and Selese. Loved aunty of Caleb, and Mia. Messages to the Blissett Family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. At Nick’s request a private cremation has been held.

peacefully at Ashburton Hospital. In her 86^th year. Dearly loved wife of John. Much loved mother of Lorraine, Gillian, Johnnie and David, and loved mother-in-law of Murray, John, and Debbie. A loved Grandma of Kirsten, Caitlin, Averyl, Tania, Jamie, and all eight great grandchildren. Messages and cards to the family of Dorothy Smart PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. At Dorothy’s request, a private family remembrance will be held.

(Officer of the Order of St John) – passed away on June 28, 2024.  Dearly loved wife of the late Lionel, and her partner Ray Gudex.  Loved mother and mother in law of Joanne and Lloyd, Warren and Dorz, Dean and Trish, and Angela and Barry Fairbrother.  Much loved Nana of Daniel, Alana, Karl, Carol; Susie, Sam; Jonathan, Anna-Marie, Damien, Lucrettia, Genaya; Penny, and Julia, and a loved great-Nana of her 13 great grandchildren.  Loved sister of Barbara and David Kempster, and respected friend of Aaron, Keita, Angela, Boyd, and Natasha. Messages to Margaret’s family c/- 27 Vitalia Crescent, Lincoln 7608.  A remembrance service has been held according to Mum’s wishes.

Peacefully at Coldstream Lifecare, Ashburton. Loved wife of the late Archie. Much loved mum of Michelle and adored Nanny of Jane. Loved daughter of the late Reg and Phyllis Davidson. Loved sister of Pam, Neil, the late Rosalie, Margaret, and Robyn. Loved auntie of her nieces and nephews. Messages to the Cribb family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. At Jill’s request a private cremation has been held.

at Christchurch Hospital, peacefully with family at her side.  Loved wife of Don. Devoted Mum of Luke, Holly, and Caitlin. Adoring Nana of Nixon and Hendrix; Lily and Jagger. At Julie’s request a private cremation has been held.  A Memorial service will be held at a later date.

peacefully at Ashburton Hospital with Mark by her side, aged 50 years.  Dearly loved partner of Mark Slaven and special Mum of Samuel. Treasured daughter of Jan and the late John, and much loved sister and sister in law of Andrew and Amanda, and Rob and Ali.  Loved by all her nieces and nephews.  Dearly loved by the extended Slaven family.  Messages to Jane’s family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be left at the service.  A celebration of Jane’s life will be held at the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, Main Street, Methven on Wednesday July 10, commencing at 2.00pm, followed by a private interment.

Passed peacefully surrounded by family, aged 82 years.  Loved partner of Lana for 35 years.  Proud stepfather and stepfather in law of Steven and Nina, Brian and Cheryl, Diana and Murray, and Jason and Jo.  Loved Pop of Jesse and Levi; Samantha, and Adam; and Esther.  Messages to Alf’s family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service for Alf will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on  Friday July 5, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by interment in the RSA section, Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

Peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.  Dearly loved wife of the late Jeff.  Loved mother of Felicity and Lucinda, and special Grandma of Matthew and Andrea, Jessica; Olivia and Hamish, and William and partners, and loved great-Grandma of her great grandchildren.  Messages to the Jaine family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A Memorial service for Joy will be held at St Andrews Anglican Church, Thompson Street, Tinwald on Friday July 5, commencing at 1.30pm.