aged 76 years. Dearly loved husband of Kathleen (Kit). Loved father of Dot, Mel and Cindy. Loved Grandad and Great-grandad of all his grandchildren, especially Russ and Jay. Rest in peace, no more pain. Many thanks to all. Messages to JJ’s family may be sent to PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A private cremation has been held.

passed away peacefully at Ashburton Hospital on 20 November 2023, aged 72 years.  Loved partner of Kay. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Chris and Nikki, and Lindsay and Kim. Dearly loved and very proud Grandad of Samantha, Harrison and Charlotte. Loved and respected by his brother and sister-in-law, Richard and Wendy, his nephews and their wives, and his many friends. Messages to the Doak family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service will be held at Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, Ashburton on Monday 27 November 2023 commencing at 2:00pm. Followed by private interment at the Seafield Lawn Cemetery, Ashburton.

Dearly loved wife of Michael. Very proud and much loved mother, mother in law and grandmother of Thomas, Louise, Georgie & Sam; Emily, Ollie, Evelyn & Archie; Hannah & Simon. Dearly loved sister of Gabrielle & Gavin; Joanna & Paul. Loved aunt of Sarah & the late Charlotte; Harriet & Sophie. Special thanks to Dr Michelle Vaughan and the amazing nurses at St Georges Cancer Care Centre, Lincoln Medical and Nurse Maude. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St Georges Cancer Institute and/or Nurse Maude Canterbury. Messages to the family of the late Susan Wilson, 183 Ridge Road, RD2, Christchurch, 7672.

The family would like to announce that Bob passed away peacefully at Ashburton Hospital on November 12, 2023, aged 90 years.  Messages to the Hughes whanau, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  At Bob’s request a private cremation has been held.

Suddenly at home, Ashburton. Aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of Claire for 60 years. Loved brother of the late Fred, Keith, and Stanley and their families. A very special uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Messages to the Tutty family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Mervyn’s life will be held at The Salvation Army, Cass Street, Ashburton, on Thursday November 16, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Ashburton, Seafield Lawn Cemetery.

passed away in a place of special significance doing something he loved on November 8, 2023, aged 63 years. Dearly loved best friend and soul mate of the late Cindy.  Adored father of Josie and Maddie. Cherished father-in-law of Hamish. Loved Pops of Mckenzie. Beloved son of Mumajan, the late John and the late Joe. Much loved brother to Jo, and Shorty. Loved and missed by all his friends and extended family. Messages to the Hampton family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Memorial service to celebrate Simon’s life will be held at the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, Main Street Methven on Wednesday November 15 commencing at 1:30pm.

passed suddenly at Christchurch Public Hospital. Loving wife of Dennis. Much loved Mum and Mum in law of Erin, and Lynley and John Horton. Adored Grandma of Ethan, Israel and Gabriel. Dearly loved sister and sister in law of Brenda and the late Denzil Law, and Warren and Philippa Deuart. Treasured aunty, cousin and friend to many. Messages to the Burridge family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service for Lois will be held at the Hakatere Presbyterian Church, Oxford Street, Ashburton, on Monday November 13, commencing at 11am, followed by interment at Ashburton, Seafield Lawn Cemetery.

peacefully, surrounded by his family, aged 67 years.  Dearly loved husband of Rose.  Much loved father and father in law of Tracey and Andy, Amy and John, and Craig and Eboni.  Treasured Grandy of Brittany, Eden, Casey, Cooper, Jaya, Bronson, Kora, Brayden, and Shay, and great-Grandy of Nicholas. Messages to the Kellett family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A Service to celebrate Les’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Monday November 13, commencing at 11.00am ,followed by interment at the Ashburton Seafield Lawn Cemetery.

passed away peacefully on November 4, 2023, aged 93 years young.  Loved husband of the late Betty.  Respected and loved father, father in law and friend of Judith and Andrew, and Robyn and Bevan. Treasured grandfather ‘Rex’ of the late Callan, Anna, and the late Ashley; Rebecca and Chris, and Monique and Riki.  Special great-grandfather of Kahu, Stella, and wee Milla.  Much loved brother and uncle.  Thanks for the care shown to Rex at the Ashburton Hospital, and Rosebank Lifecare.  Messages to the Cochrane family, 96 Ashburton Staveley Road, RD 1, Ashburton 7771.  As per Rex’s wishes a private farewell has been held.

Passed away peacefully in Ashburton, surrounded by his family. Dearly loved husband of Joan. Loved father and father in law of Robert and Louise, and Bruce and Valerie.  Very proud grandfather of Neil and Sonya, and Amy; and Sophie.  Many thanks to the staff at Ashburton Hospital.  Messages to Hartley’s family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A celebration of Hartley’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday November 3, commencing at 1,30pm, followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.