Comfortably at Bupa Parklands in Christchurch, aged 86 years. Much loved husband of the late Alison and the late Pamela. Cherished Dad and father-in-law of Malcolm and Julie, and Linda and David. Adored grandfather of Tessa. Messages to the Bennett Family to PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Graeme’s life will be held in our chapel cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Monday November 18, commencing at 1:30pm followed by a private cremation at Ashburton Crematorium
Funeral Notices
EAST Beatrice Doris Kate Caroline (Doris) – on November 11, 2024
Peacefully at Radius Millstream, aged 97 years. Loved wife of the late George. A much loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and friend to many at Millstream. In keeping with Doris’ wishes, a private cremation will be held.
BATEMAN Richard John – On November 10, 2024
Peacefully in his sleep at Burwood Hospital, Christchurch, surrounded by his family. Aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of Sally, much loved dad of Jason, and Kerry and loved by his extended family. A celebration of Richard’s life will be held at Our Chapel cnr East and Cox Street, Ashburton, on Thursday November 14, commencing at 11.00am followed by private cremation at Ashburton Crematorium.
DALE Janice Mary (Nee Thompson), on November 7, 202
DALE Janice Mary (Nee Thompson) – It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Janice on Thursday November 7th 2024 at Rosebank Lifecare in Ashburton, in her 90th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Kevin and an adored mother and mother-in-law of Brett (deceased), Joanne (Melbourne) and Tim and Sharyn (Rangiora). Cherished Grandma to Emma and Brad, Jared and Nicole, Aimee and Dann, Katrina and Chris, and Elliott and Ayla and a loved great-Grandma to Lincoln, Will, Ollie, Darcy, Flynn, Charlie, Maddie and Ruby, and a special sister to Heather. Our family would like to sincerely thank Rosebank Lifecare for their kindness and care of Janice over the past 10 years and especially their gentle and kind nursing over the last few days. Messages may be addressed to The Dale Family, 4 Oakville Close, Rangiora 7400. Fulfilling Janice’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place with a family service to be held at a later date.
GOOD David Stewart
It is with great sadness we share the passing of David Good on November 3, 2024 peacefully passed while out doing what he loved hunting in the hills. Surrounded by his great mates.
Dearly loved husband of Karen and much loved father of Rebecca and Jack, and adored grandad of Luca
A service for David will be held at Our Chapel cnr East and Cox Street, Ashburton, on Tuesday November 12, commencing at 2pm followed by private cremation at Ashburton Crematorium.
“He got the one last boar”
WATERMAN Annette Doris (Sister Annette Community of the Sacred Name)
At Christchurch Hospital on November 3, 2024, aged 92 years. Professed 68 years. A Requiem Mass for Sister Annette will be held at St Stephens Anglican Church, Park Street Ashburton, on Friday November 8, commencing at 10:30am. Followed by private cremation at Ashburton Crematorium.
GLASSON Hazel – On November 4, 2024.
Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, with her family at her side, aged 87 years. Loved wife of Ian, mother and mother in law of Brent and Pam, Trish Chapman, Wendy and Colan Grigg, Stephen and Tracy. Loved Nana of James and Shaun, Aimee and Thomas, Korey and Tayla, and a loved great-grandmother. Messages to the Glasson family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Special thanks to the staff and caregivers at Radius Millstream for their loving care of Hazel. A service to celebrate Hazel’s life will be held at the Mt Somers Hall, Hoods Road, Mt Somers on Monday November 11, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Mt Somers Cemetery.
WOODHOUSE Elva June, on November 2nd, 2024
It is with great sadness we share the passing of June, who left us on November 2, 2024, in her 101st year. Loved wife of the late Victor Edward (Ted) Woodhouse. Dearly loved mother and mother in law to Greg and Fran, Rose and Matthew Leask and the late Sharyn Woodhouse. Grandmother to 5, great grandmother to 10. Sister and sister in law to Ron (dec) and Gloria Steele (dec), Barney (dec) and Coral Omond (dec), Graeme (dec) and Sheila Steele, Raewyn and John Lane. Special thanks to Methven House and Radius Millstream staff and carers for their love and attention. Messages to the family of the late June Woodhouse, 16 Bathurst Street Ashburton 7700. As per June’s wishes, a private ceremony will be held.
NICOLSON Edna Faye (Faye) on October 31, 2024,
at Rosebank Lifecare, surrounded by family, aged 92 years. Much loved wife of the late Alan. Cherished companion of the late Gordon Gerken. Loved and adored Mum and mother in law of Annie and Grant, Philip and Stacey, and Graeme and Amanda. Loved Nana of Tarryn, Regan, Cole, Aiden, Mikayla, Cameron and Mitchel. Loved great Nanna to Lucas. Messages to the Nicolson family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Faye’s life will be held in Our Chapel cnr East and Cox Streets, on Wednesday November 6 commencing at 11am, followed by a private interment at Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.
MORRISON Carolyn Gaye – On October 29, 2024,
At Ashburton Hospital, with her dear friend by her side, aged 76. Carolyn will be dearly missed, now at rest with her beloved Mushka. Messages for Carolyn to PO Box 472 Ashburton 7740. A private cremation has been held.