Tragically taken, on February 18, 2021, aged 81 years.Dearly loved husband of Shirley and much loved father and father in law of Alison and Stuart Inwood, Nigel, and Sharon and Andy Stewart. Loved Grandad of Sarah, Justin, and Kate; Brooke, Maddie, Neve, and Mackenzie; and Charlie. Messages to the Thomas family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A private service has been held.

24.8.59  –  6.3.2021 (61 years). Tragic accident at the Tekapo canals while fishing.  Very special husband and soulmate of Sue for 35 years.  Loving and amazing father of Nicholas, and Amber and best Pops of Connor and Meleah.  Special friend of Cindy, and Taten.  Loved son of the late Phyl and Clarrie Stratford.  Respected brother and brother in law  of Gary and Chrissie, Shirley and Gerald,  Dianne and Bernie (Qld), and Murray and Lynda (Qld).  Loved son in law of the late Donald and Janet Good, special brother in law of Stephen Good (Perth), Carolyn and Terry Brown (Auckland). Loved and respected by all his nieces and nephews. Tragically taken while doing what he loved. “Life’s most beautiful things are not seen with the eyes, but felt with the heart.”Messages to the Stratford family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service to celebrate Steve’s life will be held at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Wills Street, Ashburton on Wednesday March 17, commencing at 2.00pm.  Followed by a private family interment.

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at Ashburton Hospital, suddenly and peacefully on Sunday March 7, 2021 aged  72 years.  Moyra’s (Maude) precious, treasured and very best loved buddy has gone to fish in new waters, and read more books.  Fiercely loved Dad of Bronnie and Gordon, Campbell and Mel.  Proud Poppy of Brayden, Tenielle, Molly, Lachie and a grand-daughter yet to be met.  Dearly loved son of Maureen and the late Trevor Whiting, and much loved brother, brother in law and friend of Trevor and Liz, Lynda and Peter, Gary and Dawn, and Andrew.  Loved son in law of the late Morris and Marguerite, loved brother in law of Sheena, Trevor and Paul, David and Pat, Marjorie and Andy.  Loved uncle of Lee-Ann and Chris, Shane, Anya and Matt, Cawte and Debbie, Michael and Tania, Vicky and Aaron, and their families.  “Tight lines our dearest, we’re with you forever.” Messages to the Whiting Family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  No flowers by request.  A service to celebrate Rex’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, on Friday March 12, commencing at 1.00pm.  Followed by cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium. Please dress comfortably for an adventure.

at Summerset in Wigram, Christchurch. Aged 94 years. Dearly beloved wife of the late Jim Burrowes. Much loved mother and mother in law of Sue and the late Ivan Burrowes, Jeanette and Wayne, Alister, Lynda and Graeme, Polly and the late Gigi, and Beverley and Michael. Much loved nana of Simon and Sara, Jay, Lisa and Glen, Melissa, Karly, Philippa and James, Sam and Tessa, Cara, Nadav, the late Eitan and Maya, Oliver, Frances, Ashley and Henry, and great nana of all of her great grandchildren. “A hard working and loving woman who will be sadly missed. Your memory lives on with us all”. Messages to the Burrowes Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Nan’s Life will be held in our Chapel, corner East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Thursday March 11, commencing at 2.00pm. Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

Passed away peacefully on March 2^nd, 2021 at Ashburton Hospital, in her 91st year.  Loved wife of the late Kelvin for 68 years. Loved mother, mother in law and friend of Karen and Danny Crequer, Leanne Chisnall and Barb Sheard.  Loved Gran of Nicola and Carl, Philippa and Shannon; Kelly and Nigel, Simon and Lyndall.  Loved great Gran of Taylor, Travis; Edwin, Asher and Indie.  Messages to the Montgomery family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Special thanks to the staff at Terrace View for their loving care of Lorraine.  At Lorraine’s request a private family service has been held.

peacefully in her sleep at home, Ashburton. Aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Paddy. Loved mother and mother in law of Simon and Sheilena,  Jane and Mark, and the late Steve. A much loved Nanny Marg of Manuel, Bella, Kane, Magenta, and the late Millicent. Messages to the McDonnell Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Marg’s life will be held in our Chapel, corner East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday March 5 commencing at 2.00pm. Followed by cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

 8 April 1940 – 27 February 2021. He tramped his beloved hills, trapped and released his beloved eels, fought for the waterways, looked after Mother Earth, now he in turn will return to his roots. His mana will prevail. Loved husband of Gloria (deceased). Special and much loved Pop of Stevien and Tarn. Wonderful brother of Bev (deceased), Sally and Noel, Sylv and Don, Eddie and Anne, and Al and Tia. Loved and loving uncle of Sonya, Nichola, Tracey, Gerald, Janelle, Kell, Ricki, Jade, Alan, and Shane and their respective partners. And a loved great uncle. The whanau would like to acknowledge his amazing support network for their friendships and aroha through John’s environmental passions and his final days. Special mention goes to his Rangitata family, who have always been there for him. To all the people who have loved and befriended John over the years, we thank you so much. Messages to the Wilkie Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Due to the current restrictions a private service will be held, with a celebration of his life to be advised at a later date.

at Ashburton. Dearly loved husband of the late Jean. Much loved and respected father and father in law of Peter and Joan. Adored Grandad of Michael, and Lauren. Messages to the Burton Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. At John’s request a private service has been held.

 7-3-1924 – 26-2-2021 – Peacefully at Coldstream Lifecare, Ashburton. Much loved wife of the late Tom. Dearly loved daughter of the late Gladys and Nelson Giles (Seadown). Loved and treasured cousin of Jack, Keith and Linda, and Bruce and Trish. Messages to the Hallinan Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. At Natalie’s request a private cremation has been held.

Passed away unexpectedly at Ashburton, aged 62 years.  Dearly loved wife of Kevin.  Loved eldest daughter of the late Evelyn and Bill Thornton.  Much loved sister and sister in law of Sandra and Bruce Redmond, and Barry and Leigh Thornton.  Special auntie of Murray and Gemma, Gary and Justine; Jenna and Laura, Sam and Shalom, the late Thomas, and Charlotte, and great auntie of William, Lily, and Elsie.  Messages to the Hayton family 810 Mainwarings Road, RD 11 Rakaia. Due to the Covid 19 restrictions, the Memorial service for Carol which was to be held on Tuesday March 2, 2021 will now be postponed to a later date.