Suddenly, at her home, Ashburton. Aged 87 years. Dearly loved and devoted wife of Ted for 58 years. Much loved Mum and mother in law of Dennis, Alan and Kate, and Philip and Amanda. Loved Nan of Nicholas, Michael and Emily, Kimberley, Jamie, and Jayden; Cindy, and Jo. Messages to the Bird family Villa 8/55 Queens Drive, Ashburton 7700. Donations to the Ashburton Blind Foundation would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service for Pamela will be held at St David’s Union Church, Allens Road, Ashburton on Wednesday December 11, commencing at 1.30pm.  Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.