On August 24, 2025, peacefully, surrounded by family at Radius Millstream, Ashburton aged 89 years.  Much loved wife of the late Colin. Much loved and adored mother and mother in law of Gary, Wayne, Brent (dec), Robyn and Paul. Adored grandmother of Colin, Darryn and Roísín, Christine and Bradley. Matthew and Jennifer, Kelsi and Cameron, Hayley and Casey. Will be missed by her 12 great grandchildren. Messages to Joyce’s family to PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Joyce’s life will be held in our Chapel cnr East and Cox Streets on Friday August 29, commencing at 11am, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

16.04.1942 – 22.08.2025It is with a heavy heart and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Warren William Townsend after a short illness – in his 83rd year A wonderful husband to Carolyn for 54 years, a loving Dad to Campbell, Morgan and Leigh. and Grandad to Ryan and Lachie R.I.P. Towner.  A mighty oak tree taken too soon. In accordance with his wishes a private cremation has been held .A memorial to celebrate his life will be held at a later date Messages to the Townsend family P.O.Box 472, Ashburton 7740.

It is with great sadness that Jennifer passed away peacefully after a long illness on August 19, 2025 at Ashburton.  Much loved wife of the late Dave.  Dearly loved mother of Christopher and Tracy (Fielding) and Nicky.  Loved Nan of Dylan and Bon, Alyssa, the late Dearna, Zhane and Sharlotte. Great Nan of Finn.  Companion of the late John.  Will be sadly missed. Now at peace.  Messages to the McLaughlin family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service to celebrate Jennifer’s life will be held at St Stephen’s Anglican Church, Park Street, Ashburton on Monday August 25, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by a private family interment.

Died 13 August aged 72 years. Much loved wife of Christopher (“Chris”) Peter Stott and mother of Samuel (“Sam”) Peter Stott. Daughter of the late June and Peter Tapper (Pleasant Point). Eldest sister of Jan, Lynn, Murray, Michael, the late Kim and the late David. A cousin, aunt, great aunt, great-great aunt and friend. Much loved “Best Buddy”, “Soul Mate” and life-long friend of Annie Murrell. The family would like to thank the dedicated staff at Tuarangi Home, Ashburton for their consideration shown to Dale while she was in their care. A private cremation has been held.

On August 14, 2025 Passed peacefully at Rosebank, aged 94 years. Daughter of Olive and Edward Lane (dec). Wife of Robert (Peter) Gray (dec). Mother and mother-in-law of Robin Gray and Corina, Susanne Gray, Pauline and Barry Quigley, and Sue Gray. Nan of Joshua Gray, Kerryn Gray, Abbey Moore, Alex Quigley, Shane Quigley and partners. Loved great grandmother to her 9 great grandchildren. Sister and sister-in-law of Betty and Gordon, Murray and Doreen, Joan and Norman, Patricia and Lesley, Murial and Don, and John and Gwen (all dec). Loved Aunt to her nieces and nephews. Messages to 1348 Maronan Valetta Road, RD1 Ashburton 7771. A service for Shirley has been held.

It is with deep heartbreak that we share the sudden passing of our beloved Dad on 13/08/25, aged 63 years. Loved Dad of La Toya and Rhys, Niko and Gretel, and Sala and Lepani. Treasured Poppa of Braxton, and Myles; Bobby, Toby, and Lacey; Noah and his precious unborn granddaughter. He was deeply loved by all who knew him, kind, strong, generous, and the heart of our family. We are completely heartbroken and struggling to imagine life without him. His love, laughter, and presence will remain with us always. We thank everyone for their support, prayers, and kindness during this incredibly difficult time. Messages to the Bueta family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Saula’s life will be held at the Tinwald Memorial Hall, Graham Street, Tinwald on Friday August 29, commencing at 1.00pm. “We love you to the stars and beyond Dad “

In Loving Memory of Barry-Passed away suddenly while on holiday, on 7/8/2025, aged 67 years. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Roberta. Much-loved dad of Sonya and Nathan, Gayle and Dave, the late Kaye, Claire and Hamish. Adored grandfather of Kayden, Bree, Lottie, Tilly, Hugo, Lizzie, Madi, and Wilfred. Barry was, loving, loyal, proud, strong-willed and deeply caring — always there when you needed him, and true to himself in every way. His strength, humour, and unwavering love will be remembered and missed by all who knew him. Forever in our hearts. Messages to Barry’s family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service to celebrate Barry’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, on Saturday August 16, commencing at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery at 3.00pm.

On August 9, 2025. Passed away peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, aged 95 years.  Much loved soulmate of the late Malcolm.  Dearly loved mother and mother in  law of Philippa and Murray Grayburn, Chris and Julie Cunneen, and Janey and Alistair Chapman.  Much loved and respected Grandma of Matthew and Sarah Grayburn, Hayley Cunneen and Rob McGuinness, Sean Cunneen and Charlotte Barrow, Andrew Cunneen and Jessica Manwaring, Emma and Henry Ross, and Tim Chapman.  Great-Grandma to Ruby and Toby Ross, and Oliver Cunneen.  Now with her parents Eileen and Reg Crafts, brothers, sister and sister in laws. Neville and Colinna (Betty) Crafts (dec’d), Sid and May Crafts (dec’d), Rex and Barbara Crafts (dec’d), Lyn (dec’d) and Doug Tatterson, Tony and Denise Crafts, Millicent and Sam Gresham (dec’d),  and Bishop John Cunneen (dec’d). Messages to the Cunneen family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Requiem Mass to celebrate June’s life will be held at the Church of the Holy Name, Sealy Street, Ashburton on THIS DAY Thursday August 14, commencing at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

On August 9, 2025, at Ashburton, aged 86 years. “Now at Peace”.  Dearly loved and treasured wife of the late Alan.  Much loved mother and mother in law of Mary and Tony MacFarlane, Leen and Raymond Bell, John and April, and Dean and Nicola.  Much loved Nana of Kim, and Jade; Cory and Tammy, Bradley and Sarah; Jared and Sailor, and Hannah and Jack. Loved great-Nana of Jessica, Tayla, Tom, Annie, James, Charlie, Gus, Lydia, and Archie.  Messages to the McDougall family, P O Box 472, Ashburton.  A special thank you to the staff at Ward 1, Ashburton Hospital for their exceptional care of Margaret.  A service to celebrate Margaret’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, on Friday August 15, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Ashburton Seafield Lawn Cemetery.

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Warren Robert Imms, who passed away peacefully at Ashburton Hospital on 28 July 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Cherished and devoted husband of Meeling. Treasured father of Dianna and Dion Smith, Amanda and Tom Kerekere, and Angelique and Stefan Protheroe. Much‑loved grandfather of Jordan, and Bailey Imms‑Protheroe, and Rhys, and Aaliyah Kerekere. Beloved brother of Maxine and Robert Hayson, Robyn and Tony Grant. A dearly loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. A gentle soul and lifelong friend, Warren will be forever remembered and deeply missed. A farewell was held at Paterson’s Funeral Home, Ashburton, on 31 July 2025. The family extend heartfelt thanks to the caring staff of Terrace View Rest Home, Ward 1 Ashburton Hospital, and Paterson’s Funeral Home for their kindness and support. “Forever in our hearts, until we meet again.”