19-9-1934 – 17- 5-2019

Passed away at Radius Millstream, Ashburton. Peacefully after a short illness, surrounded by her loving family. Much loved wife of the late Geordie (Dennis) and much loved daughter of the late Alex and Eva Dickie. Very much loved mother and mother in law of Anna, (Cambridge) Jan and David Dynes, (Methven) Helen, (Waitora) and the twins Catherine and Robbie Price  and David and Jean. Much loved Nanna of Phillip, Jennifer, Victoria, and Richard and Alex; Ryan and Kimberley, Kayla, Erica and Ryan, and Lucy; Sam and Claire, and Roy and Kylee; Travis, Olivia and John, Logan and Amy, Mitchell and Abby; Melissa, and Adam.  Loved Great Nan of Maddison, Hailee, and Lacey; Jordy; Hunter; Bradley, Lucas, Mila and new baby due in September. Dearly loved sister of Jean and Bob Walker (Rolleston) and loved by her nieces and nephews. Thanks to Dr Chris Ryan, and the staff at Moore Street Medical Centre, Lois Ranson, John Tyrrell, Cliff Dynes, and the staff at Radius Millstream Care, Ashburton. Messages to the Best family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. No flowers by request. Donations to Ashburton St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Mo’s life will be held at St Andrew’s Anglican Church, Thomson Street, Tinwald on Wednesday May 22, commencing at 1.00pm. Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

On May 13, 2019 at Rosebank Resthome, Ashburton. Surrounded by her loving family. Dearly loved wife of the late Duncan Smith and Mervyn Moore. Loving and loved mother of the late Maxwell, Roger and Karen Smith, Margaret and John Rickard, Barry and Roberta Smith and Warren and Vicki Smith. A very much loved Granny of Sarah and Russ, Anna and Nick, Megan and Hoani; Nicola, Jason and Rachael, Aimee and Dominic; Sonya and Nathan, Gayle and David, the late Kaye, Claire and Hamish; Hannah and Sam, Emily and Tyler; and adored Great Granny of Oscar, Leo, Daisy; Isla, Millie; Sailor, Beau; Hazel, Jack, Angus; Amelia, Finlay; Lottie, Hugo; Kayden, Bree, and Tilly; Messages to Janet’s family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Special thank you to Dr Ryan, the staff at Rosebank, AAU and Ward One at Ashburton Hospital. A service to celebrate Janet’s life will be held at St David’s Union Church, Allens Road, Ashburton TODAY Friday, commencing at 11.30am. Followed by private interment.

On May 10, 2019. Suddenly at her home, Geraldine. Aged 79 Years. Beloved and adored wife of Allan. Much loved and special Mum of Faye and Ross, and Nicki. A loved sister to Nanette, Hartley, Maurice, Leslie and partners. Cherished companion to Minka. Special friend to many. Messages to the Quigley family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. At Flo’s request a private family service will be held.

On May 10, 2019 at Ashburton Hospital. In his 79^th year. Dearly loved husband of Helen. Father of Donna, Michael, and Ryan. Dearly loved Stotty of Andrew, Jason, Scott, and Megan and their families. Messages to Stott family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Special thanks to the staff at Rosebank Hospital for their love and care of Stotty. At Stotty’s request a private cremation has been held.

On May 7, 2019. Passed away peacefully at “Wattslea” surrounded by his family. Aged 64 years. Much cherished and beloved husband of Sandra. Loved and respected Dad of Chris, and Rachel and father in law of Riley and beloved Pop of Jane and Sam. A service to celebrate Rupert’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, on Monday May 13, commencing at 1.00pm. Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

passed away at Rosebank Resthome, Ashburton, on Saturday, April 27 2019. Loved wife of the late Alf Beckham. Mother of Grant and Dallas Poultney and respected stepmother of John Beckham. Remembered fondly. At Margaret’s request, a private family commemoration has been held and Margaret has been laid to rest at Ashburton cemetery. Messages to J. Beckham, 23 Lock Street, Invercargill 9812

Passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital.  Dearly loved wife of Laurence (Laurie). Much loved Mum of Lisa, Rachel, and Keith, and loved Nanny of all her grandchildren and great Nanny to Sienna.  Messages to the Hall family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  Special thanks and appreciation to the staff at I.C.U. North and Ward 25 for their loving care of Merle.  In lieu of flowers donations to the Rakaia Volunteer Fire Brigade would be much appreciated and may be left at the service.   A service to celebrate Merle’s life will be held at the Rakaia Community Centre, Elizabeth Avenue, Rakaia on Thursday May 9, commencing at 2.00pm.  Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium

(Reg No. 19069209,  Royal Berkshire Reg., Malaysia Campaign.).  On May 3^rd, 2019, passed away peacefully at Ashburton.  Aged 90 years.  Dearly loved husband of the late Ruthie.  Loved Dad of Michael and Mary, Elaine and Bob.  Loved “Namps’ of Marcus, Reece, Kris, Robert, and Zoe, and loved great “Namps” of Lauren, Emily, Abagail, Ben, Sam, Charlotte, and Catelyn.  Messages to the Wallington family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service to celebrate Bernard’s life will be held at Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Wednesday May 8, commencing at 11.00am.  Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

Passed away peacefully on April 29, 2019, at Ashburton.  Aged 76. Dearly loved wife of John.  Loved mother and mother-in-law of Dean and Andrea, Bryce and Toni, Shari and Brendan and Nana to Oliver, Lewis, and Jacob. Messages to the Carter Family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Merle’s life will be held at Our Chapel, Cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday May 3, commencing at 11.00am.  Followed by private cremation.

Suddenly at home, on April, 24, 2019. Aged 79 years. Very dearly loved husband of Marjorie (Di) and adored father and father in law of Paul and Cherie, and Kelvin. Much loved Grandad of Danielle, and Sam; Morgan and McKenzie and good friend of Kim. Messages to 31 Havelock Street, Ashburton 7700. At Mal’s request a private family service has been held.