Peacefully at Terrace View Retirement Village, Ashburton, aged 81 years.  Dearly loved wife of Les.  Much loved mother and mother in law of Justin and Philippa, and Stephen and Sarah.  Adored NanNan of Anna, and George; Archie, and Maggie, and a friend to many.  Messages to the Bennett family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  At Marie’s request a private service has been held.