It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Tom, on May 6, 2026, in Cromwell, aged 81 years. Best friend and devoted husband of the late Dee. Much-loved father and father-in-law of Jan and Greg, Mark and Pip and Brad and Emma. Proud grandfather of Emily, Thomas, Grace, James, Chloe, Oliver, River Dee and Haze. Loved son of the late Peter and Patricia Simmons (Ranfurly). Tom worked as a livestock representative and was well respected for his down-to-earth nature and strong connection to people and the land. An avid sports supporter Tom held a special passion for the Otago rugby team. He also enjoyed bike riding and spending time with his family. Messages to 34 Jollys Road, Cromwell, 9310.  There will be a private funeral at Toms request. Those wishing to pay their respects are welcome to join family for a drink at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, on Saturday May 9, commencing at 7pm. “Forever loved and never forgotten. Rest in peace.”

 Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Aged 79 years. Loved wife of Morton. Loved aunty and friend to many. At Averil’s request, a private cremation has been held.

passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, aged 82 years.  Dearly loved husband of the late Christine.  Much loved father and father in law of Lyle and Yvonne, and Katrina adored Grandad of Eileen, Oliver, and George. Messages to the Johnson family may be sent to nzlyle@gmail.com, or P.O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.   A service to celebrate Noel’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Tuesday May 5, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by a private interment. “Thank you for the music”

on April 29, 2026, peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, with Bruce by her side. Dearly loved wife of Bruce for 61 years. Much loved and adored mother and mother in law of Greg and Pip, Andrew and Lou, and Jo and Phill.  Treasured Nana Mary of Madeline, Ella, Grace, Siobhan, and Annie; James, Glen, and Scott; and Lila, and Albie. Loved great-Nana Mary of Te Ari’i, Tamatoa, Francesca, and Ryland.  Special thanks to the staff of Rosebank for their love and care of Mary. Messages to the Francis family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service to celebrate Mary’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Monday May 4, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by a private interment.

on April 28, 2026, peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton.  Colleen was granted her last wish and now rests peacefully.  Dearly loved sister and sister in law of Margaret and Gordon.  Treasured aunty to her nieces and nephews and friend to many.   “I’d like the memory of me to be a happy one, to leave love and smiles when my life is done.”  As per Colleen’s request a private cremation has been held.

Of Mayfield. On April 24, 2026. Peacefully at Coldstream Life Care, Ashburton. Aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Brewer Scott and the late Rudd Wallace. Much loved and cherished mum of Charlotte, William and Sandy, and Julie. Loving Gran of Ben, Fleur, and Beathley and great Gran of Kahu. Loved sister of the late Len Murdoch. Special thanks to the Ashburton Home Care Staff, Chris, Debbie, Hazel, and Stacey. Messages to Marjorie Wallace’s family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Marjorie’s life will be held in Our Chapel corner East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday May 1, commencing at 1.30pm followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

On Saturday 25 April, 2026. Aged 93 years. Now at rest with her beloved husband Jim. Mother of Brian and Frances, and Michael and Tracy. Nan of Phillip and Maria, Korry and Mel, and Keriana and Doug. And Great Nana of Isabella, Christian, Elyse (dec) and Luke, Madelyn, Ben, Molly and Lachie. “Nā koutou i tangi, Nā tatau katoa” “Your tears are our tears” As per June’s wishes a private farewell has been held. Brian and Michael invite family and friends to join them in the Mid-Canterbury foothills on Tuesday 2 June, their Mum’s birthday, to celebrate her life. Contact either of them for details. Messages to the Chivers Family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.

On Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Wairau Hospital, Blenheim, aged 74 years.
Dearly loved husband of the late Lauraine and much-loved father and father in law of Craig and Kathy (Wellington) and Earl (New Plymouth). An adored grandfather of Emily-Jane, Inky-Lou and Fable-Bea. A loved brother, brother in law and uncle. Messages to the Butler family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Special thanks to St John and the Nurse Maude and Wairau Hospital staff.

A private cremation has taken place at Blenheim. A Memorial Service for Joe will be held at Our Chapel cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Wednesday April 29, commencing at 11am.

On April 9, 2026. Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital. Aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Adrienne. Much loved father and father-in-law of Peter and Rosemary, Geoffrey and Helen-Anne, Julie and Scott, and Rodger and Louise. Loving grandad of Lucy, Benjamin, Thomas, and Andrew; and Josh and Sinead and great grandad of his great grandchildren. Messages to the Skerten family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and maybe left at the service. A celebration of Neill’s life will be held in Our Chapel corner East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday April 17, commencing at 1.30pm followed by interment at the Ashburton Seafield Cemetery

 On April 10, 2026. Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital. Aged 71 years. Dearly loved son of the late Hugh and Doris. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Nigel and Sandra, Russell, and the late Cheryl. Love uncle of Tevin, and Logan. Loved by his extended family. Messages to the Perkins family PO Box 472, Ashburton, 7740. Special thanks to the staff of Ward 1, Ashburton Hospital for their care of Malcolm. In lieu of flowers, donation to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and maybe left at the service. A celebration of Malcolm’s life will be held in Our Chapel corner East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Wednesday April 15 commencing at 10.30am followed by interment at the Ashburton Seafield Cemetery.