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ELDER Hazel Ann, on June 28, 2021

peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, aged 73 years. Beloved wife of the late Peter. Dearly loved mother of Carlene Lawn, Cameron, and Gregory, mother in law of John, and Rae. Cherished nana of Jacob, Ellie, Maria, Liam, and Charlie. “Will be sadly missed  and not forgotten.” Messages to the Elder Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Hazel’s life will be held at Our Chapel, cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Tuesday July 6 commencing at 2.00pm. Followed by a private cremation at Ashburton Crematorium.

GALLAGHER Brian Hamilton, on June 21, 2021

Peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, aged 89 years.  Dearly loved husband of the late June. Much loved father and father in law of John and Neil, and David and Gwen, and treasured grandfather of Taylor and special mate of “Batman”. A special thanks to the staff at Rosebank. Messages to 39 Reed Street, Hinds, Ashburton 7775.  At Brian’s request a private service has been held.

EMERY Francis Edward (Frank), on June 24, 2021

passed away peacefully on June 24, 2021 at Ashburton. Aged 95 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Gwen. Loved father and father in law of Colleen Priest, Trevor and Chleone, Joyce and Stuart Scammell, Helen and Wayne Laughton, Trish and Bruce Gibson, and Kevin and Carmen. Loved grandfather of Bec, and Tim; Kellie, Tessa, and Penny; Neil, and Mark; Anna and Kate; Jacqui, Peter, Conor, Flynn, and their partners. Loved great grandfather of all his great grandchildren. Messages to the  Emery Family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Requiem Mass to celebrate the life of Frank will be held at the Church of the Holy Name, Sealy Street, Ashburton on Wednesday June 30, commencing at 1.30 pm. Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery. A recitation of the Rosary will be held at the Church on Tuesday commencing at 5.30pm.

McCOSKER Katherine Theresa (Theresa), on June 23, 2021

Dearly loved wife of the late Frank.  Much loved mother and mother in law of Bernie, and Mike and Katie, and special Nana of Eve, Clara, and James.  Messages to the McCosker family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A Requiem Mass to celebrate the life of Theresa will be held at the Church of the Holy Name, Sealy Street, Ashburton on Tuesday June 29, commencing at 11.00am.  Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

WRIGHT Raymond Leslie, on June 18, 2021

WRIGHT, Raymond Leslie – On June 18, 2021 peacefully in his sleep at his home, Ashburton. Aged 77 years. Donations to Ashburton IHC would be appreciated and can be left at the service. A memorial service for Raymond will be held in Our Chapel, corner East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Tuesday July 6 commencing at 11.00am.

QUAYLE Kelvin William McCall, on June 18, 2021

suddenly at Leeston. Aged 81 years. Loved husband of Mary. Loved father of Sally Ann (Melbourne), and Belinda (Christchurch). Much loved Poppa of Brooke, Maddie and Mikey, Neve, and Mackenzie. Loved godfather of Andrea and Tubby. Special thank you to Neville, Lois, Anna, and the Leeston St John and Volunteer Fire Brigade. Messages to the Quayle Family, c/- 9 Lambie Street, Leeston 7632. As per Kelvins wishes a private cremation has been held.

NOLAN John Raymond (Johnboy), on June 17, 2021

suddenly but peacefully at home, Ashburton aged 77 years. Dearly loved husband of Pat and the late Jeanette. Much loved father and father in law of Jason, Peter, and Louise and Kevin Opele. Loved step father of Adrienne and Rob, Diane and John, and Dale. Loving Grump John of Chloe, Maddie, and Fliss. Loved brother and brother in law of the late  Kathleen, and Des Leach, the late Peter, and Vince and the late Margaret.  Respected uncle of all his nieces and nephews. “Rest In Peace”. Special thank you to Ashburton St John Ambulance and Ashburton Volunteer Fire Brigade. Messages to the Nolan Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. At John’s request a private family service has been held. Louise would like to offer an open invitation to those that would like to raise a glass to John and tell a few yarns.  This will be held at the Hampstead Allsports Club, Bridge Street, on Friday June 25 from 6pm.

DUNLOP Winifred Joy (Joy), on June 17, 2021

peacefully at Rosebank Rest Home, Ashburton after a short illness. In her 92nd year. Dearly loved wife of the late John. Much loved mother and mother in law of Sherryl and the late Alistair Taylor, Leslee and Peter Clarke, Alex (Bruce), Gary and Carin, and Bronni. Loving Nana Joy of Brendon, the late Ritchie, and Michelle; Barrie, and Colin; Sean, Tamara, and Caitlin; Jamie, Steve, and Danny; and Dylan and Great Nana Joy of all her great grandchildren and great great grandchildren and their extended families. Messages to the Dunlop Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Special thanks to the staff and her family at Rosebank for their love and care. At Joy’s request a private cremation has been held.

RAE Helen Marjorie, on June 14, 2021

Passed away peacefully at Tuarangi Home Ashburton on June 14, 2021, aged 87 years. Much loved wife of the late Alan. Loved mother of Ian, Kenny and Roben (Sydney), and Malcolm and Mary (Gold Coast) and dearly loved grandmother of Bradley, Daniel, and Mitchell. The family wish to express their sincere thanks to the staff of Tuarangi Home for the kind caring culture they provided Mum. Messages to the Rae Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Helen’s Life will be held in Our Chapel, corner East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday June 18 commencing at 11.00am. Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

SPARROW Audrey Gwenith (nee Banks), June 14, 2021

12-4-1929  — 14-6-2021, at Terrace View Retirement Village, Ashburton.  Loved wife of the late Reg.  Very much loved and respected Mum and mother in law of the late Warren, and Jeanette Crean, Jeff and Irene (Perth), Judith and Ivan Wilson, and friend of Tony Crean.  Loving and caring Nana of Bradley, Melanie, and Glen; Nathan, Serena, Marika, and Zaneta; Daniel, Adam, Jacob and their partners.  Great Nana of Luke, Katie, Jordy, Rylee, Chase, CJ, Annabelle, Lucia, Beau, and a new arrival in July.  Sister to Lorraine Ward, and a loved aunty to all her nieces and nephews.  Messages to the Sparrow family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service to remember Audrey will be held in Our Chapel ,cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Thursday June 17, commencing at 11.00am.  Followed by a private interment.