Cherished husband of the late Beryl. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Robyn and Robert Vallom (Auckland), Maureen and John Bennett (Bribie Island, Australia), and Lynda Banks (Wellington), and the late David, Richard, and Phillip. Loved Grandpa of Ben, Hamish, Abagail and Cordelia, and great Grandpa of Callum and David. A special thank you to the staff of Rosebank Resthome for their loving care of Dad and their support to Lynda and Robyn. Messages to the Banks Family, C/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A private family service to celebrate Dad’s life has been held.
Author Archives: admin
THOMSON Russell Bruce (Russ) on September 16, 2020.
Unexpectedly at Ashburton Hospital, aged 84 years, peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Claire and dearly loved dad of Philippa and Warren Deuart, Robyn and Stephen Kircher, Jill and Ian Ridge, Chris and Liliana, Janet and Tim Penney and dearest Grandad to his 14 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Messages to the Thomson Family, C/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. At Russ’ request a private family service has been held.
PORTER Doris Amelia on September 20, 2020.
At Ashburton. Passed away peacefully with family at her side, aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Dennes, loved mother and mother-in-law of Ian and Anne, Grant and Debbie. Loved Nan of Jacqui and James, Karl and Liana; Caitlin, Stephanie and Mitchell and loved great Nan of Arthur, and Maude. Messages to the Porter family, c/- PO Box 472 Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Doris’ life will be held at our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Street, Ashburton on Friday September 25 commencing at 11am, followed by interment at the RSA section, Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.
DONALDSON Ian Robert on September 21, 2020.
Ian died peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 94 years. Dearly loved husband of Irma for 62 years. Much loved father and father in law of Graeme and Julie, Les and Carolyn, and Murray. Cherished grandfather of Emma, James, Poppy, Teddie-Jo, and Ruby. Thank you to all the staff of Ward 17 Christchurch Hospital for their wonderful care shown towards Ian during his final days. Messages to the Donaldson family c/- 73 Farm Road, Ashburton 7700. As requested by Ian, there will be a private family service.
LATTIMORE Elaine Anne on September 19, 2020.
Peacefully at Radius Millstream, Ashburton, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Arnold. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Judith and Alasdair, Karlum, Jim and Melinda, Shirley and Ralph, Lauren and Colin, David and Fiona, and Alan and Sarah. Loving Gran of her 11 grandchildren and GG of her 3 great grandchildren. No flowers by request please. Messages to the Lattimore Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Elaine’s life will be held in our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Thursday September 24 commencing at 3pm, followed by cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.
GRICE Betty Randal (nee Bennett) on 10 September 2020
With the deepest of sadness, we announce the passing of our wonderful Betty, on Thursday 10th September, peacefully at Ashburton Hospital .Dearly loved wife of Keith for 65 years. Most loved mother and mother in law of Jane & Richard (UK) and Robert & Jane. The best Grandmother to Sam, Nic, Izzy & Harry and Ellen & Katie (UK). Messages to the Grice family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.Her energy, sparkle and wisdom throughout our days, will be greatly missed. She touched many lives throughout her amazing career. May Betty Rest In Peace, knowing she was so loved. “ Memories light the corners of our Minds”. Our heartfelt thanks to the wonderful team in ward 1, Ashburton hospital. A service for Betty will be held at Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton at 2pm Tuesday 15th September, followed by a private interment at the Ashburton cemetery. For anyone wishing to watch the livestream of the service, please go to our website www.patersonsfunerals.co.nz go to funeral notice and click on Grice Betty Randal notice for the link.
CORBETT Kate (Kath) on September 9, 2020.
At Christchurch, in her 100th year. Loved wife of the late Thomas James (Jim) Corbett. Loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law of the late Dennis and Trish, Tui and the late Rajni Patel, Anne Walker, Tony and Claire and the late Stephen. Loved Nana of Sam and Jenn, Tessa and Wayne; Jane and Gareth Davies, Elisha and Lauren; Abbey and Florian, Jared and Nathan, Chelsea, and the late Bethany. Great little Nana to Jack, Kate, Elsie, Maddy, Astin, Tanner, Bayer, Coco, and baby Natalie. Messages to the Corbett family, PO Box 370, Ashburton 7740. Due to Covid-19 Kath will have a private service. Ko te whaea te takere o te waka. Mothers are like the hull of a canoe, they are the heart of the family.
TAYLOR Ivan Ralston on September 9, 2020.
Passed away peacefully in his 93rd year at Radius Millstream, Ashburton. Dearly loved husband of Sylvia (deceased), and treasured father and father-in-law of Janet and Ed, David and Lynda, Richard and Toni, and Michael, loving and deeply loved grandfather and great-grandfather of Lisa and Carl, Adam and Latesha, Kimberley and Liam, Jordan and Sarah, Tom, Sophie and Sam, Ruby, Jeremy, Jonty and Necho, Indi, Mia and Harleigh, Bella and Kobe, and Axel. At rest with his beloved Sylv, Ivan will be deeply missed by his large extended family. Special thanks to the wonderful staff of Radius Millstream, Ashburton for their love and care of Ivan. Messages to The Family of the late Ivan Taylor, c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a private family service will be held to celebrate Ivan’s life on Monday, September 14, 2020.
CAVILL Mary Ann (nee Cartwright) on September 9, 2020.
Peacefully at home, , aged 67 years. Much loved wife of Reg (Digger) and mother to Lee-Ann and Sue-Ann who she loved dearly, and their families. Loved sister of Arthur, Kevin, Judith, and Robert. “Always in our hearts” Messages to the Cavill family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. As per Mary Ann’s request a private service has been held.
PAWSEY Patricia Ann (Trish) on September 8, 2020.
Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, aged 78 years. Much loved wife of Ben and mother and mother-in-law of Darren and Brenda, Michelle and Hamish Kingsbury, and Donna. Adored Nana of Megan, Michael and Courtney; Dan and Kendall, Millie; Sam, Rebecca; Kyall and Tarny, Tamera and her great grandchildren. Messages to the Pawsey family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. At the family’s request a private service for Trish has been held. Click here to view service.
