Funeral Notices

AYERS Lynda Rose, on March 10, 2022

peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, aged 91.   Dearly loved sister and sister in law of Eric and Sybil, Winnie and John Kermode, Hector and Essie, Ray and Una, Leslie, Ivan and Maud (all deceased). Will be missed by her nieces and nephews who wish to extend their appreciation to Rosebank for their loving care of Lynda over the last 5 years.   Lynda’s funeral service will be held at Our Chapel, corner East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Monday March 21, commencing at  10.00 am, followed by interment at the  Rangiora Methodist Cemetery, 156 Ashley Street Rangiora at 2.00pm.  Vaccine Passes are required.

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QUINLAN Todd William McNab, on March 12, 2022

after a hard fought battle, passed away peacefully on Saturday  at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, aged 43 years.  Dearly loved son of Barbara and Kevin.  Adored and loving Dad of Madi, Jack, and Hunter.  Loved brother and brother in law of Brad and Jacqui.  Loved uncle of Charlie, and Thomas. Messages to the Quinlan family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A private service for Todd will be held.

STAPLEY Ramon Lewis (Ray), on March 4, 2022

peacefully at Radius Millstream, Ashburton, aged 92 years.  Dearly loved husband of Dorothie.  Much loved father and father in law of Sue, Gary and Jo, Jonathan and Kirstin.  Loved Grandad of Emma, Zara, and the late Jaren, and great-Grandad Ray of Kelly-Ann, Liam, Larissa, and Georgia.  Messages to the Stapley family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  Due to Covid a private service for Ray has been held.

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ROBERTSON Dorothy Mildred (Doff), on March 10, 2022

passed away peacefully on Thursday 10th March, 2022 at Radius Millstream,  Ashburton aged 94 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Callum and much loved mother and mother-in-law of Jenny and Lyell Wells, Ann and Dave Richardson (Melbourne), Barb MacGregor and Warren Scott, and Euan Robertson and Kath Malone (Napier).  Adored Grandma of Damon, Regan and Anna, Megan, Stuart and Claire, Kate and Stacey, and Shaun, Finn and Liam and their partners, and her 15 great-grandchildren.  She will be dearly missed by us all. Our grateful thanks for the love and care Mum received by the carers and nursing staff at Radius Millstream.  Also thanks to Dr Penny Holdaway for her care.  It was all much appreciated. Messages to The Robertson Family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740.At Doff’s request, a private service will be held.

CUNNINGHAM Peter, on March 11, 2022

peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, aged 83 years.Much loved husband of the late Catherine. Treasured father and father in law to Neil Cunningham &Suzanne Compton, and Annette Cunningham. Most doting Grandad to Alycia, April & Daniel.Loved brother & uncle & friend to many. Messages to the Cunningham family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Due to Covid restrictions a private service for Peter will be held.

BROOKER David Silas, on March 10, 2022

passed away peacefully on March 10, 2022, aged 84 years.  Loving husband of Jill Brooker.  Messages to the Brooker family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A family service to celebrate David’s life will be held at Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Wednesday March 16, commencing at 10.00am.  Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium. Vaccine Passes are required.

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STOCKDALE Russell Thomas, on March 10, 2022

peacefully at Tuarangi Home, surrounded by his family.  Beloved husband of Maureen, and father and father on law of Paul, Christopher, Jodene and Andrew.  Much loved Poppa of Josh and Daniel.  Messages to the Stockdale family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A funeral service to celebrate Russell’s life will be held at our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets Ashburton on Tuesday March 15, commencing at 10.30am. Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium. Vaccine Passes are required.

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MCCOMBIE James Alexander(Jim), on March 6, 2022

With sadness we announce that Jim passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday 6th March 2022, at the age of 92 years. Dearly loved father and father in law of Tony, the late Teresa, Donna and Linton, Arlene and Steve, loved friend of Dale.  Adored Grandad of Abbie and Daniel, Beth, Charlotte, Joanne and Tyler, Rachel, Adam and Tessa and special great Grandad of Griffin.  Heartfelt thanks to Kim for her loving care of Dad.   Special thanks to the Doctors and staff at Ashburton Hospital. Messages to the McCombie Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Funeral Mass for Jim will be held at the Church of the Holy Name, Sealy Street, Ashburton on Thursday March 17, commencing at 1.30pm.Vaccine passes will be required.

SCLATER Robert John )Jack), on March 8, 2022

at Ashburton, surrounded by the love of his daughters. Aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Beverley.  Much loved and admired Dad of Deborah and the late Gary Ashworth, Kathryn and Brian Mills (Nelson) and Joanne and Bruce Creed (Christchurch).Treasured fun-loving Grandad of Kelsey and Nick Bewley, Meg and Cameron; Thomas, Jono and Catie; Jemma and Ryan.

“A kind gentle man fondly remembered by all who knew him”

Messages to the Sclater family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Our heartfelt thanks to Terrace View staff for the respect, love and care given to Jack over the past month. A service to celebrate Jack’s life will be held at Our Chapel, Cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on MONDAY 14 March commencing at 11.00am. Vaccine passes will be required.

DWYER Peter Maurice (PD), on March 8, 2022

peacefully at home with his family by his side, in his 72nd year.  Dearly loved husband of the late Mary.  Much loved Dad of Nic, James and Siobhan, and Sarita and Joey.  Adored Grandad of Finley, Sully, and Hayes.  Loved brother and brother in law of Ann and the late Jack Keenan, Greg and Margie, Kelvin, and the late Brian.  Loved by all his nieces and nephews.  Messages to the Dwyer family, P O Box 472 Ashburton 7740.  Due to Covid restrictions a private family service for PD will be held.