passed away on May 14, 2025, aged 63 years.  Dearly loved son of Mary and John Coulter, and stepson of Michael Walsh.  Brother of the late Angela, and Craig Coulter. John is survived by his daughter Mellissa Coulter, sister in law Carolyn Coulter, nephews and nieces Lee and Sophie, Vinny, Lucy and Holly Coulter, and grand nephews and grand nieces Charlie, Vinny, Kohatu, and Ryleigh.  Messages to John’s family, P O Box 472, Ashburton, 7740.  A private Memorial service for John was held last Saturday.  “He will be deeply missed”

Peacefully in the arms of her beloved husband and friend Dennis.  Loved Mum of Paul and Tina, Mark, and Darren.  Special Nana of Ben and Liam, Nichole, Dan, and Luke.  Dearly loved daughter of  Joan and  the late Walter Campbell, and all her brothers and sisters.  Special thanks to Rosebank Retirement Village, Dr Avnit, and Dr Sarah A.D. Team. A Memorial service to celebrate Judy’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets Ashburton, on Friday May 23, commencing at 10.30am.

Peacefully at Coldstream Lifecare, Ashburton, aged 94 years.  Dearly loved wife of the late Ray.  Treasured Mum of Angela and Mike, and Sandra and the late Simon Bagrie.  Special Nana to Michael and Kim, and Olivia; Matthew and Tempany, Ashleigh, and Laura, and great-Nana to Brianna, and Asher.  Messages to May’s family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  Donations to Cerebral Palsy would be appreciated and may be left at the service.  A service to celebrate May’s life will be held at St David’s Union Church, Allens Road, Ashburton, on Wednesday May 28, commencing at 2.00pm, followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

At Ashburton Hospital, aged 70 years. Loved wife of the late Robin. Much loved Mum of James. A service for Rhonda will be held in Our Chapel cnr East and Cox Street, Ashburton on Tuesday 20^th, commencing at 10:30am, followed by private cremation.

Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, aged 95 Years. Dearly loved husband of the late Estelle. Much loved Father and Father in law of Robyn and George Davison (Invercargill), Glenda and David Johnstone (Christchurch), and Philippa Jones and Christopher Webster (Christchurch). Loved Grandad of Richard, and Emma; Tane, William, and Alice; step-grandad to Anna, and Julia, and great Grandad of Elise, Madeleine, Aidan, Estelle, Jack, Arlo, Olive and Agnes and special Grandpa to Cameron and Victoria. Messages to the Jones family c/o P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service for Mervyn will be held at St Andrews Presbyterian Church, Havelock Street, Ashburton on Wednesday May 21, commencing at 10:30am.

In her 86^th year. Passed away peacefully at Rosebank Resthome, Ashburton surrounded by her adoring family. Loving wife of the late Graham. Cherished Mum and mother-in-law of Alison Cairns, and Malcolm and Kate Cairns. Devoted and proud Nana of Frederick, Henrietta, Wilbur, and Bruno. Beloved sister and sister-in-law of Rhona (dec) and Hugh, Alison, and the late Lynda. On the Cairns side, Rosalind and the late Don, and Audrey and Ian. Loved aunt of Andrew, Jocelyn, and Iain; Jane, Anna, and Ruth. On the Cairns side, Margaret, and Robert; Allister, Helen, and James. Lifelong carer, educator and champion of the children in her community. Our deep gratitude for the special and loving care provided by the staff and management at Rosebank Resthome over the past four years. Messages to the family of Laura Cairns PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service for Laura will be held at Rakaia Presbyterian Church, cnr Bridge and Bowen Streets, Rakaia on Thursday May 8^th commencing at 1:00pm. Followed by interment at Barrhill cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to Mid Canterbury Playcentres may be made at the service.

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Peacefully at The Croft Rest Home, Timaru, surrounded by her family. Aged 80 years. Loved by all her family. Messages to the family of Shirley Breading PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A private family service for Shirley has been held.

At Radius Millstream, in the love and care of her family, aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife and best friend of the late Kevin.  Loved Mum of the late Phillip , and Annie (Surfers Paradise). Loved and adored Mum of Ann and Mark Smith.  Dearly loved Nana of Glenn and Ainsley, and Mellory Smith.  Loved great-Nana of Indiana, Madison, and Teddy Smith.  Dearly loved sister and sister in law of Jennifer and the late Alf Scott, Robert and Thelma, David and Kath, and Jeff and the late Lorraine Muir. Loved Aunty Marg to her nephews and nieces.  Messages to Margaret’s family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  Ann would like to express her gratitude and appreciation to Dr Charlotte Cox, the wonderful carers and nursing staff at Radius Millstream and the nurses, carers and doctors at Ashburton Hospital.  A private service was held at Mum’s request. ‘Finally reunited with her love.’

At Radius Millstream, Ashburton, in her 98^th year. Much loved wife of the late Gordon. Loved mother and mother-in-law of John and Lois, Ross and Averil, and Donald and Sally. Adored Grandma of 6, and great Grandma of 14. Many thanks to the staff at Radius Millstream and Dr Diane Young for their care of Chrissie. Messages to the family of Chrissie Smart P.O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service for Chrissie will be held in Our Chapel cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Tuesday, April 29 commencing at 2pm, followed by private cremation at Ashburton Crematorium.

At Ashburton Hospital in the care of her family aged 87 years. Loved wife of the late Alfred. Much loved Mother of Sally and the late Kerry. Cherished daughter of the late George and Annie. Loved sister of the late Marj, Garth, Murray and Bevan. Messages to the Wright family to PO Box 472 Ashburton, 7740. A memorial service for Bae will be held in our chapel cnr East and Cox Street, Ashburton, on Monday April 28, commencing at 2:00pm.