Funeral Notices

WARD Lorraine Valmai, On October 10, 2024.

Peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, with family by her side. In her 90th year. Loved wife of the late John Halliday and the late Jack Ward. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Brent and Noolek Halliday, Christine and the late Ronald van Duinen, and partner Neil de Lore, Craig and Deborah Halliday, and Mark and Mandy Halliday. Treasured Gran of her 13 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Messages to Lorraine Ward’s family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A memorial service for Lorraine will be held at St David’s Union Church Allens Road, Ashburton on Thursday October 17 at 2.00pm.

CLARK Gary Patrick Francis (Nobby). On October 8, 2024

Peacefully, after a long and courageous battle, with family by his side. Much loved Dad of Candy and Shane, Shanelle and Jason, Eboni and Craig. Dearly loved G-dad Nob of Libby, Kasey, Cooper, Bronson and William. Loved friend of the late Desiré. Messages to the Clark family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A celebration of Nobby’s life will be held at the Allenton Rugby Clubrooms , Melrose Road, Allenton, Ashburton on Saturday October 12, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

CLEMENT Eli Keith – On October 3, 2024

Sadly, on October 3, 2024, aged 19 years.  Much loved son of Adam and Louise. Adored brother of Noah, Rebekah, Rachel, and Chloe. Messages to Eli’s family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.A Celebration of Eli’s life will be held at Ashburton New Life, Melcombe Street, Tinwald on Thursday October 10, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

STAPLETON Frederick Thomas John (John), on September 27, 2024

Passed away peacefully on Friday 27 September 2024, aged 88. Loved son of the late Tom and Winifred, and brother and brother in-law of Shirlee and the late Colin Smith, and Warren and Wendy. Loved father and father in law to Donna, Linda and the late Mark,  Murray ,the late Mark, Brent, and Craig.  Loved companion of the late Elsie. Messages to John’s family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Thank you to Methven House for their loving care of John. At John’s request there will be no service held.

McKAY Robert Malcolm (Malcolm)

On Friday September 27, 2024. Suddenly after a short illness surrounded by his family. Much loved husband of Marg. Loved Dad father in law of Aymie and Sam, Ross and Hannah, Rachael and Josh. Proud Grandpop of Rod, Zoey; Maddie, Harry; and Hunter. Message to Malcolm’s family PO BOX 472 Ashburton 7740. A service for Malcolm will be held at Mt Somers Hall on Thursday October 3rd, 2024, commencing at 11am. Followed by internment at Mt Somers Cemetery.

COLLISON Alan John on September 15, 2024,

Aged 47 years. Much loved husband of Ruby. Adored father of Aidan and Emma. Loved son of Jenny and the late Hugh. Will be sadly missed by all his family and friends. Messages to the Collison family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service for Alan will be held in our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Monday September 23, commencing at 10:30am followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

JONES William James (Bill), on September 13, 2024

17th August 1939 – 13th September 2024. Father to Barry, Peter, Carl, and Maria. Grandfather to Rebecca, Jamie, Jayden, Brandon, Shosahna, Gabrielle, Chantel, Dylan, Aleisha, Jared, Teri, and Grace. Great grandfather to 19. Long-time partner Rosalie, Children – Greg & David. Former wife Jeanette. A Memorial for Bill will be held at Pineacres Restaurant and Bar, 740 Main North Road, Kaiapoi. On Friday 27th September commencing at 2pm. “You’ll be sadly missed along life’s way, but quietly remembered every day, no longer in our life to share, but in our hearts you’re always there”.

GRAY Maurice Francis (Mori) – On September 12, 2024.

GRAY Maurice Francis (Mori) – On September 12, 2024. Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Radius Millstream, Ashburton. Much loved husband of Shirley. Loved father and father-in-law of Darryn and Cindy, Tania and Murray Smith. Proudest Poppa of George, Holly, Isaac and Miller; Guy and Alicia, Kyla and Hayden, Jaimee and Jake, and doting great grandfather. Many thanks to the care given to Mori at Radius Millstream. Messages to Mori’s family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In honouring Mori’s wishes a private service will be held followed by private cremation at Ashburton Crematorium.

BARKER Graham Leslie, on September 11, 2024

With the deepest sadness we announce the passing of our dear Graham on September 11, 2024, after a courageous battle, aged 80 years.  He was the most dearly loved husband of Jill for 54 years.  Dearly loved father of the late Dayle, and Jane Grice.  Dearly loved Grandad of Harry, and Pixie.  Our special thanks to Dr Penny Holdaway, Palliative Care, St John Ambulance and the kindest nurses at Ward 1, Ashburton Hospital for their caring of Graham in his final days.  Graham was brought home before his final eternal rest.  And may he rest in eternal peace knowing he was loved and had so much love around him.  Messages to 12 Ascot Place, Ashburton.  At Graham’s request a private funeral has been held.  Graham will be deeply missed by many. “You toiled so hard and we are so proud you are ours”