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COUPER, Peter John: November 2, 2018

On November 2, 2018. Suddenly but peacefully at Christchurch Hospital. Aged 78 years. Dearly loved father of Andrew, Lindsay, Stewart and Stef, and Heather. Much loved grandad of Daniel; Curtis, Sophie, and Lockie. Messages to the Couper family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.

A service to celebrate Peter’s life will be held at our Chapel cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Thursday November 8, commencing at 2.00pm. Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

MITCHELL, Clara Avis: (Avis) October 30, 2018

On October 30, 2018 at Ashburton Hospital. Aged 91 years. Wife of the late Robin Richard Mitchell (Robbie).

Loved mother and mother in law of Heather and Lindsay Digby, Judith Grigg, and Derek and Adrienne. A loved Nana of Ross and Karen, Angela and James Smith; Tony, Dwayne and Sarah, Quentin and Olivia, Garrett and Julie; and Aidan. Loved great grandmother of all her great grandchildren. Messages to Mitchell family, P O Box 402, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Avis’ life will be held  at St Stephen’s Anglican Church, Park Street, Ashburton on Saturday November 3,  commencing at 2.00pm Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

MCCORMICK, Douglas Graham: (Doug) October 31, 2018

On October 31, 2018 at Avonlea Resthome, Christchurch. Passed away peacefully with his family by his side. Dearly loved husband and best mate of Shirley for 65 years.  Loved father of Susan and Wayne Roulston, David and Elizabeth, Mark, and Bryan.  Loved Grandad of Gemma and William Morrison, Casey and Mike, Andre and Mike, Nerida and Stu; Jane and William Lowe, Graham and Sarah, Lawrence and Melissa; and doting great Grandad of Simon, Aaron, Wil, Poppy, Ellie, Bethany, Munro, Charlotte, Samantha, Amelia, and Charlie. Messages the McCormick family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Special thanks to the staff at Princes Court, Resthome for their loving care. A service for Doug will be held at our chapel, cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton  on Saturday November 3, commencing at 10.00am. Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

STRINGER, Alan John, October 29, 2018

STRINGER, Alan John:

On October 29, 2018 at Ashburton Hospital. Loving partner and best friend of Maureen for 25 years. Loved Dad of Alan, Barbara, John, Gillian, Valerie, Lynne, Sandra and their partners. Loved Grandad of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Messages to the Stringer family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Donations to the Ashburton Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Thanks to all who cared for Alan

“Those we love don’t go away

They walk beside us every day”

A service to celebrate Alan’s life will be held at our Chapel cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Monday November 5, commencing at 2.00pm. Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

FLAWS, Owen: October 30, 2018

On October 30, 2018. Passed away peacefully, at Ashburton Hospital, after a long battle. Loved and loving husband of Eileen for 54 years. Loved father and father in law of Lyn and Vaughan, Sharon and Wayne and loved Grandad of Daniel and Mara, Zachary, Campbell, and great Grandad of Lewis, and Amellia.

(Sadly missed)

Messages to the Flaws Family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In lieu of flowers donations to St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Special thanks to Dr Chris Ryan and the staff at Ashburton Hospital. A service to celebrate Owen’s life will be held at our Chapel Cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday November 2, commencing at 2.00pm. Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

HUMM, Hannah Grace: October 28, 2018

On October 28, 2018 at Ashburton. Dearly loved daughter of Marcus and Diane. Much loved sister of Georgia, and William. Messages to the Humm Family, P O Box 472, Ashburton7740. Hannah’s service will be held at the Ashburton Trust Event Centre, Wills Street, Ashburton on Friday November 2, commencing at 11.30am. Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

HENDE, Gerhard John: (John) October 24, 2018

Passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital on October 24, 2018 surrounded by those who loved him. Aged 63 years. Loving husband of Sharon, loving father to Kylie, Scott, Jamie and their partners and loving Grandad John to his 10 grandchildren (all of Ashburton). Son of the late Pat and Roseabel. Brother and brother in law of Cathy Hende, Noel and Rosey, Richard and Rea Phimister, Andrew Berry and Kaye Hende, and Peter. Respected uncle of all neices and nephews.

“A hard worker finally at rest

Will be sadly missed”

Messages to the Hende family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Huge thank you to the staff at Christchurch ICU and the Westpac Helicopter Service. A service to celebrate John’s life will be held at our Chapel, Cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Monday October 29, commencing at 2.00pm. Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

MCQUEEN Robert James (Rab) On October 26, 2018

On October 26, 2018, aged 47 years. Peacefully after a short but courageous battle surrounded by his loving family and friends.  Much loved son of Jim McQueen and Carol.  Beloved brother and brother in law of Sheryl and Tony Coster.  Much adored Uncle (Matey) of Jamie (Tid) and Sam (Boogie).  Special mate of Jimmy (Jimbo) McAndrew.  Loved by all his Uncles, Aunties and cousins.  Special work colleague of all his REL family. Special playmate of Toby, Monty and Oscar.  Rob will be deeply missed by us all.  Special thanks to Ward One Ashburton Hospital for their care and compassion for Rob.  Messages to 15 Dunford Street, Rakaia 7710. Rob’s Funeral Service will be held at the Rakaia Community Centre, Elizabeth Avenue, Rakaia on Wednesday October 31, commencing at 1.30pm.  Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

DAVIDSON, Bernard Christopher: (Bernie)

On October 23, 2018. Passed away peacefully, in Ashburton. Dearly loved husband of Barbara. Cherished father and father in law of Sarah and Kendall, Laura and Nigel, Emma and Luke, James and Chloe and ‘Grandad Bernie’ of Rupert, and Tilly; Angus, and Margot; and Harry. Messages to the Davidson family C/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Requiem Mass to celebrate Bernie’s life will be held at the Church of the Holy Name, Sealy Street, Ashburton, on Monday October 29, commencing at 11.00am. Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

LAMONT, Dawn Marie: October 22, 2018

It is with heavy hearts to announce the passing of our beautiful Dawn Marie, surrounded by those who adored her. The loving daughter of Trevor and Judith, loving partner to Chris, devoted Mother to Jason and Lance. Special friend to Jess, Linda, Ken, Michelle, John, Matthew, Nathan and their children Kaitlyn, Hollie, Jenson, Bodhi, and Dallis. Amazing sister and sister in law to Stephen and Donna, Warrick and Kate. Special Aunty to Morgan and Sarah, Max and Hayden. Many thanks to the staff of Ward One, Ashburton hospital for their care and support in Dawns final days. Out of respect for Dawns wishes she will be cremated and a celebration of her life will be announced in the coming weeks.

Now at peace, fly high our angel.