Passed on Saturday March 16, 2019 at Christchurch Hospital, around 2:25 am after suffering a major stroke on Wednesday evening. He passed in the arms of his beautiful, dedicated wife, Brenda, his loyal son, Sullivan-John and his kind daughter, Jazzlyn. A man with so much mana will be missed by so many, but a man with so much mana does not just fade away quietly. He will be present in Brenda’s compassionate and caring nature, Sulli’s integrity and honour and Jazz’s morality and life principles. A juxtaposition of a man; great but aware of the smallest creatures; broke but deep pocketed and generous; proud but humble and unassuming. A man of made of steel and velvet. Adored by many, loved by many, missed by many, forgotten by no one.

“The fall of a mighty Totara shakes the earth, as has the passing of our Vince, these tremors will continue.
Kia hinga te tōtara e Te Waonui-a-Tāne. Moe rā e te rangatira. Moe mai.”

Vince currently lies at 51 Alford Forest Road, his whānau welcome all visitors to farewell him there. A service in celebration of his life will be held at the Ashburton Event Centre, Wills Street, Ashburton on Wednesday,  March 20, commencing  at 2pm followed by interment at Ashburton Cemetery

Died March 8, 2019 at Ashburton.  Sandie, and John would like to acknowledge the care provided to their father by staff at Cameron Courts and Rosebank Resthome. Thanks also to his friends who took time to visit in recent years. Messages to 6 Karamu Lane, R D 1 Richmond, Nelson 7020. A private service has been held.

On March 13, 2019. Passed away peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Aged 88 years. A very dearly loved husband of Valmai (Val) for 67 years. Dearly loved Dad of David, (Australia) John, Alison, and Elizabeth (Anne) and Mike (Christchurch). Loved Grandad of Tara, and Echlihn and loved great Grandad of Dylan, and Hunter. Messages to the Price family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In lieu of flowers donations to Ashburton St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at the service.  Special thanks to the staff at AAU and ward one Ashburton Hospital. A service to celebrate Colin’s life will be held at our Chapel Cnr Cox and East Streets, on Tuesday March 19, commencing at 1.30pm. Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

Born 9 March, 2019. Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Christchurch Women’s Hospital on 13 March 2019. Adored and loved by her parents Tilly and James. Treasured granddaughter and great granddaughter and loved by her extended family.

“Gone but not forgotten

Forever in our hearts”

Messages to the Nichols- Smith family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service for Grace will be held at St Patrick’s Anglican Church, Cnr Mainwarings and McCory’s Road, Dorie ,HRakaia on Saturday March 16, commencing a 11.00am. Followed by private interment.

On March 12, 2019 at Ashburton. Aged 77 years. Beloved wife and soulmate of Mervyn. Dearly loved mother, mother in law and Grandma of Andrew, Barbara, the late Matthew, Rachel, Jacinta, and Katie; Karlyn and  Stephen Lewthwaite, Jeremy, and Victoria and Cory; Heather, Michael, Kevin, Julia and Chris, and Henry Daly; Michelle, Darren, Nic and Susan, and Hamish Green. Loved sister and sister in law of John and Janett Griffiths. Messages to the Richardson Family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Donations to World Vision would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Special thanks to the staff at Rosebank for their loving care of Judith and the Sealy Street Medical Practice  A service for Judith will be held at the Ashburton Baptist Church, Cass Street, Ashburton on Friday March 15, commencing at 11.00am. Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

Passed away peacefully at Ashburton Hospital on March 12, 2019. Aged 97 years. Husband of Nisbet for 72 years. Loved father and father in law of Annette and Les Wickstead, (Australia) Lyall, (Australia) Carolyn and Les Donaldson and loved grandad of  Jason, and Julian and great grandad of Ally, and Jessie; (Australia) and Tristan (Germany). Loved uncle of Raymond Colville. Messages to Skilling family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Special thanks to Carolyn and Les for their wonderful support, the staff at Coldstream House and Ashburton Hospital for their special care and attention they gave to Ron. A service to celebrate Ron’s life will be held at our Chapel Cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Monday March 18. Commencing at 2.00pm. Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

(RNZN 17032) 16-10-1941  – 09-03-2019.  Murray passed away peacefully at Ashburton Hospital after a short battle with cancer.  Much loved husband and friend of Anne for 53 years.  Loving and proud Dad of his two daughters Lee and Marie.  Loved cousin, brother in law, and Uncle.  Special Godfather to Kimberley.  Murray was a dear and loyal friend to many and will be missed.  Thank you to the Ward One angels for their care. Messages to the Stratford family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service to celebrate Murray’s life will be held at Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Tuesday 12 March, commencing at 2.00pm.  Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium..

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On March 3, 2019 at Nurse Maude Hospice. Peacefully,, aged 86. Dearly loved wife and soul mate of John. Married for 65 years. Much loved mother and mother in law of Lynette and Marcus, loved and cherished Granny of Hayley and Lyndon, Jonathan and Rebecca, Rachel and Stevie. Devoted Great Granny of Alex and Lucy; Isla and Finn; and Ashton and Jobe.

“Where there is Faith, there is Love

Where there is Love, there is Peace

Where there is Peace, there is God

.Where there is God, there is No Need”

Messages to the Tindall family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Donations to Nurse Maude Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A very special thank you to everyone involved in Alma’s care. A service to celebrate Alma’s life will be held at our Chapel Cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday March 8, commencing at 2.00pm. Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

LILLEY, Thora: (nee Freeman)

Thora passed away peacefully at her home, Fendalton Retirement Village, Christchurch on February 25, 2019. Dearly loved wife of the late Arthur, loved mother of Janice, and Clive, mother in law of Andrew, and Katherine. Loved Nan of Brett and Emma, Justin, Todd and Claire, and Kieran and Nicola; Nana to Rachel and Sara, and Steven. Great Nan to Calder, and Beau; Jane, and Sarah; and Max. Messages to 22 Petersen Road, R D 1, Hari Hari 7884. Thanks to the staff at Fendalton Retirement Village whose care and compassion has been much appreciated. A private cremation has been held. A private farewell will be held at a later date.

BIRD, Alister Sydney: (Jack)

On February 24,2019. Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. In his 72^nd year. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Sue. Dearly loved father and father in law of Deanna and Paul Bell, Juliet and Adrian Kell, and Justin Bird. Dearly loved grandad of Ashleigh, Kieren, Sophie, and Marshall; Riley; and Charli. Messages to the Bird family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Donations to Ranui House in memory of Jack would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Jack’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, Ashburton on Wednesday February 27, commencing at 1.30pm. Followed by private family interment.