On August 30, 2025, passed away peacefully at Radius Millstream, Ashburton. Aged 90 years. Wife of the late Mick and mother of Mark, and Brent. Cherished friend of Dominic. Deeply loved sister and sister -in law of Lynn and Gerard Smith and the late Denis and Denise Nyhan. Beloved Aunty and aunty in law of Kim and Leon, Margo and Pete, Justin and Linda and Michaela and Stephen. Respected Aunty to her late Mick’s nieces and nephews. Very special thanks and warmth to the kindness of the staff at Radius Millstream. Messages to the Pope Family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Requiem Mass celebrating Helen’s life will be held at the Church of the Holy Name, Sealy Street, Ashburton on Monday September 8^th, commencing at 11.00am. Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

Passed away suddenly aged 86 years, at Ashburton Hospital on August 28, 2025. Much loved and treasured husband of Judith for 63 years. Loved father of Alan and Diane (Darfield), Bruce (Ashburton), Murray and Diana (Ross), much loved granddad of James, and much loved Dad of Molly the cat. Messages to Flat 2/257 Cameron Street, Ashburton 7700. Thanks to Health First Medical Centre staff, Wises Pharmacy staff, Wills Street, and Ashburton Hospital staff for taking care of Jeffrey. Honouring Jeffrey’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

“Forever in our hearts”

On August 30, 2025, peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, aged 92 years.  Dearly loved wife of the late Bruce.  Much loved mother of the late Jeffrey, Kelvin, Karyn, and Tracey, and loved mother in law of Joy Ritchie, and Mike Farrell.  Loved Grand-Mary of Courtney, and Grandma of Victoria, and Brayden; Donna, and Michael.  Great ‘GG’ of Noella, and Cleo, and great-Grandma of all her great grandchildren. Messages to the Ritchie family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service to celebrate Audrey’s life will be held at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Havelock Street, Ashburton on Wednesday September 3^rd commencing at 1.30pm, followed by interment at the Oamaru Cemetery on Thursday September 4^th, commencing at 1.30pm.

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.