Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of Bev. Much loved father and father- in-law of Hayden, Fraser and Lisa, Logan and Erin, Hilary and Matt Lovett and the late Jeffrey, Julia, and Leighton who died in the Peel Forest flood in 1975. Adored grandad of Emily, and Lachlan Lovett and Bronte, Casey, Hunter, Riley, and Jack Tasker Messages to the Tasker family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Roger’s life will be held at St Stephen’s Anglican Church, Park Street, Ashburton on Thursday August 8, commencing at 11.00am followed by interment at the Ruapuna Cemetery at 3.30pm.
Funeral Notices
ALISON Russell Andrew McNab (Reg No. 806581 NZDF) – on August 3rd, 2024
With extreme sadness Russell passed away on August 3, 2024. Aged 73 years. Devoted and so loved husband, best friend, and soulmate of Laureen. Never forgotten Daddy of the late Steven and much loved Dad and father in law of Scott and Tina, Vicky and Steve. Adored and so loved special Poppa of Sienna and Ethan; Ivy and Olivia. Twin brother of Chris. Loved brother in law, and Uncle of his nephews and nieces. Loved son of the late Grieve (Jock) and Helen Alison. A special thankyou to the compassionate nurses and carers of Terrace View Retirement Village, Ashburton, for their superb care of Russell, and our friends for their love and support. Messages to the family of Russell Alison PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In accordance to Russell’s wishes a private family service has been held.
FORD Kim Elizabeth – on July 31, 2024
Dearly loved wife of Joe Ford. Treasured mother of Ben, Dana and Kelsie. Wonderful sister to Bruce, Joanne and Howard. Devoted Nanny to Oscar and Oli and a dear friend and teacher to so many. Tragically taken from us after a short and sudden illness at 65 years. Now resting at peace with her Lord. Messages to the Ford family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Funeral Service for Kim is to be held at the New Life Church 58 Melcombe St, Tinwald on Tuesday 6th August at 2pm. Attendees are encouraged to wear colourful or op-shop clothing to celebrate Kim,s colourful spirit.
KASPAR Karel – on July 30, 2024,
Passed away peacefully, at Radius Millstream, aged 95 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Lidka. Much loved father and father in law of Lidka and Leicester Wilson, and Zdena and David West. Treasured ‘Dede’ of Karla, Ryan, and Adam; Jen, and Steven, and a special great-Dede of his 10 (soon to be 11) great-grandchildren. Messages to the Kaspar family P O Box 472 Ashburton 7740. A private service for Karel will be held.
FAHEY June Frances – on July 25,2024.
Passed away peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, aged 83 years. Now with her soulmate. Much loved wife of the late John. Dearly loved Mum of Donna and Dave, and David. Loved Nana of Ben and Leah, Toni, and Shay, and loved great-Nana of Charlotte, and Mitchell; Luca, Brodie, and Ellie. Messages to the Fahey family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In keeping with June’s wishes a private cremation has been held.
WILSON Winston David (Winnie), (Sam) – on July 26, 2024,
Peacefully, surrounded by family, at Ashburton, aged 84 years. Much loved husband of Teresa. Dearly loved father and father in law of Cara, Orianna and John, Inez and Mark, and adored Pop of Ryan, and Eva; and Sophie. Messages to Winston’s family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Donations to the Ashburton Kidney Society would be much appreciated and may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Winston’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, on Saturday August 3, commencing at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.
LISTER Agnes Nicol – On July 22, 2024
Passed peacefully with family by her side, in her 106th year. Devoted wife of the late George. Loved mother and mother in law of John (dec) and Yvonne, Murray and Gwenda, and Warwick and Sharon. Loved Gran of 7, great Gran of 13, and great great Gran of 8. Many thanks to the management and staff at Radius Millstream Ashburton, and the nursing staff at Ashburton Hospital. Messages to the Lister family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Agnes’ life will be held at St Davids Union Church, Allens Road, Ashburton, on Saturday July 27, commencing at 10:30am, followed by interment at Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.
CRAWFORD Malachi Arnold (Mal) On Friday July 19, 2024,
Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital with family by his side, aged 84 years. Much loved partner of the late Jan Roberts. Loved father and father in law of Casey and Debbie, and the late Gyles. Will be dearly missed by Casey’s mother Julie and her husband Pete. Grandfather of Jarla and Keanu, and great grandfather of Ivy and Ollie; and Willow. Messages to the Crawford family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service for Mal will be held in our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Thursday July 25, commencing at 1:00pm followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.
BRYANT Marina Margaret – On July 12, 2024
Peacefully at Burwood Hospital. Aged 75 years. Devoted partner of Graeme Bishop (Bish). Loved Mum of Mark, Clayton and Paul. Proud Nana of all her grandchildren. Many thanks to St John Ambulance, the staff at Ashburton and Christchurch Hospitals and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter. Messages to Marina’s family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Marina’s life will be held in Ashburton at a date to be advised.
AVIS Nick (Klaas). on Monday July 15, 2024,
Peacefully at Tuarangi Home aged 95 years. Much loved husband of Ina. Loved father and father in law of Ross and Rache, Nicola and Matt Elliott and step father of Jan and Brian High. Adored grandfather of Hannah, and Charlotte Elliott and Sam, and Olivia High. Messages to the Avis family,P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Memorial service to celebrate Nick’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Saturday July 27, commencing at 1.00pm.