Suddenly at Ashburton Hospital. Aged 83 years. Much loved husband of Di. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Anne-Marie and Simon Langley, Lou Hanham, Juliet and Brett Tucker, Nichola and Ryan Leppien, Gabrielle and Lyndon Urquhart, and Mike and Teri. Treasured Grandad of his 17 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. RIP. Messages to the Hanham family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Requiem Mass to celebrate Mick’s life will be held at the Church of the Holy Name, Sealy Street, Ashburton on Friday June 14, commencing at 11.00am, followed by private interment. Recitation of the Rosary will be at the Church on Thursday June 13, at 6.30pm

 Passed away suddenly at Ashburton Hospital on June 6, 2024. Aged 70 years. Beloved father of Evelyn, Tony, Nancy, Adam and Tara. Loving grandad to Alex, Mikayla, Logan, Hunter, Simone, Lydia, Ella and Sacha. Husband of Pam. Best pet dad to Cassie. Messages to the Mielnik family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.As per John’s wishes, a small memorial service will be held in our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Wednesday June 12, commencing at 1.30pm.

unexpectedly at Ashburton Hospital, in his 72^nd year. Dearly loved son of the late Frank and Mabel Parkin. Much loved brother and brother-in-law of Julie and the late Eric Barr, Glenis and the late David Sloper, Bruce and Robyn, and Ian and Janice. Loved Uncle of all his nephews and nieces. In accordance with his wishes a private cremation for David has been held.

Peacefully at home in Ashburton on the 5 June 2024, aged 83 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Russ. Beloved Mum of Philippa and Warren Deuart, Robyn and Steve Kircher, Jill and Ian Ridge, Chris and Liliana and Janet and Tim Penney. Precious Nana and Great Nana to 14 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren and a dear friend to many. Messages to the Thomson Family c/ – PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Claire’s life will be held at St Andrew’s Anglican Church, 151 Thomson Street TINWALD on Monday June 10, commencing at 1:30pm. Followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

at Ashburton Hospital, aged 66 years. Dearly loved son of Audrey and the late Don Cromie. Loved brother and brother in law of Roberta and Russell, Ross (dec) and Liz, Brent and Janine, and Adrienne (dec). Loved uncle and great uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Max’s family would like to thank the Rakaia Bowling Club members, Rakaia Rugby Club members, District Nurses, Dr Sue at Rakaia Medical Centre, Rakaia First Response, Kate Gardner Oncologist, all the staff at Radius Millstream, and the Ashburton Hospital and all his many friends for their help and care towards Max during his illness. Messages to the Cromie family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Max put up a valiant and brave fight to live a full life until the end. A service to celebrate Max’s life will be held at the Rakaia Memorial Hall, 55 Elizabeth Avenue, Rakaia on Tuesday June 11 commencing at 1pm followed by interment at the Rakaia cemetery.

  This wonderful lady passed away on  June 4 2024. Adored wife of the late John Ivison, sister in law to Joan and the late John Lawrence. Very special Auntie Ruth to Paula and the late Paul Lawrence, Peter and Bronwyn, Trevor and Denise and Christopher and Mel. Auntie Ruthy to all her great nieces and nephews. With tremendous gratitude to Dr Penny Holdaway, Millstream, Cancer Society and Hospice who helped, supported and cared for Ruth through her illness. Messages to Ruth’s family to PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A strong courageous lady loved by all her family now rests in peace with her beloved John. Two hearts reunited. As per Ruths wishes a private cremation has been held.

peacefully at Radius Millstream, Ashburton, aged 87 years.  Loved wife the late Neil for 62 years. Loving mother and mother in law of Lynda and Robert Bateman, Stuart, Ngaire and the late Steve Te Moananui, and Gary and Annemarie.  Much loved grandmother of Nick, Naadia, Daniel, Ben, Rose, George, and her great-grandchildren.  Messages to the Harvey family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  In keeping with Margery’s wishes a private family service  will be held.

passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on May 30, 2024. Loving wife, soulmate, and best friend of Dave. Adored mother of Alex, George and Lauren, and their partners. Treasured Nana of Theodore. Loved sister of Chris. With respect, the family request no flowers. Messages to the Keen family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A private cremation has been held. The celebration of Lyn’s life will be held on Wednesday June 5^th  at the Palmerston Sports Hall, commencing at 1.00pm.

Much loved wife of Gavin Black and mother of Michael & Adele, Barry & Antoinette. Grandmother to Tyler, Kaiden, Makenze, Isabella and Joshua. Messages to the Black family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Carolyn’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday June 7, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 77 years.  Dearly loved husband and best friend of Shirley.  Much loved and treasured Dad of Carolyn and Kerry Clough, Melanie, and Bryan and Kerri and the late Melissa. Cherished Grandad of Lucy and Nick, Matt and Connie; Zach, and Paige.  Messages to the Field family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  In lieu of flowers donations to Advance Ashburton Community Foundation for the Palliative Care Fund would be appreciated and may be left at the service. “Forever loved and now at peace.”  A service to celebrate Neville’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Wednesday June 5^th, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Ashburton Seafield Lawn Cemetery.

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