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O’DONNELL Ashley Neil, on March 29, 2021

31-8-1985, most treasured and loved partner of Sophie.  Loved Dad of Ella, and Scott.  Treasured son of Chris and Dawn.  Beloved brother and brother in law of Lisa and Nigel Fleck.  Son in law and brother in law of Fabienne, Jean-Claude, Jacques, Stephan, Anne-Laure, Lionel and Marie.  Special uncle of Georgia, Connor, Tyler, Samuel, Noe, Lise, Cesar,Gaspard, and Salome.  Much loved grandson, nephew and cousin of the O’Donnell and Larcombe families.  A dear friend to many. “Forever in the high country and always in our hearts”. Messages to the O’Donnell family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A celebration of Ashley’s life will be held outdoors at Mt Potts Lodge, 2131 Hakatere Potts Road, Ashburton Lakes on Wednesday April 7, commencing at 11.30am.  Followed by interment at Mesopotamia Station, on Thursday April 8, at 11.00am

RANTON William John (Jack), on March 26, 2021

 Passed away peacefully on Friday March 26, 2021 at Coldstream Lifecare, Ashburton. Much loved husband of Marion and stepdad to Pam. Loved son, brother and brother in law. Loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank all the staff at Coldstream for their love, care and attention given to Jack. Messages to the Ranton Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A private family graveside service has been held.

JAMES John Frederick, on March 27, 2021

Aged 78 years. With our deepest sadness, our precious John passed away unexpectedly at Ashburton Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Cherished and devoted husband of Julie. Amazing Dad and father in law of Kim and Lynette, and Donna and Jason. Adored Grandad of Baden, Ansley, Sheldon, Tegan and their partners. Cherished and much loved great Grandad to Madison, Zak, Sophie, Izaiah, Skylah, and Lucas. Our family would like to say a very special thank you to the staff at Ashburton Hospital and Methven Medical Centre for their wonderful care of John. Thank you to all our friends for your on going condolences. Wonderful husband and father, rest easy our “Hero” for ever in our hearts sweetheart.  Messages to the James Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate John’s Life will be held in our Chapel, corner East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Wednesday March 31 commencing at 10.30 am. Followed by a private cremation at Ashburton Crematorium.

FLATMAN Brian, on March 27, 2021

Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital. Aged 79 Years. Dearly loved husband of Maureen. Much loved father and father in law and “Bri” of Kristen, Peter, Rose, Thom, and Marc Simmons (Gisborne), Nigel, Tracey, Taine, and Dylan Flatman (Leeston), Richard, Sherree, Georgia, Isabel, and Toby Flatman (Mapua), Michael, Anna, Mary, Clare, and Harry Flatman (Christchurch). Dearly loved by all and will be sorely missed. As per Brian’s request in lieu of flowers, donations to Maia Health Foundation would be much appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Flatman Family, c/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A memorial service to celebrate Brian’s life will be held in our Chapel, corner East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Wednesday March 31, commencing at 1.30pm.

ADAMS Shayne Russell, on March 25, 2021

Peacefully after a courageous battle, aged 56 years.  Much loved husband of Kim.  Dearly loved father and father in law of Angela and Christopher Law, Brendon and Jezamay, Nicole, Corey, and Kaitlyn. Special Grandad to Grace, and Oliver.  Loved son of  Raynor and the late Russell, brother of Dean and loved uncle of Simon.  Loved brother in law of Biddy and Brendan Sheehan and best mate of Ken and Carol Wilson.  Messages to the Adams family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A huge huge thank you to Jane Smith and the staff of Ashburton Hospital for their care and love given to Shayne and his family. Donations to Ashburton Palliative Care would be much appreciated and may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Shayne’s life will be held in the Downstairs Lounge, Ashburton Showgrounds, (entrance off Brucefield Avenue), on Tuesday March 30, commencing at 1.30pm.  Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

BINNIE Margaret Joan (Joan), on March 15, 2021

aged 80 years. It is with much sadness that we say goodbye to a wonderful Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great grandmother.  Our hearts are broken by your sudden departure and you will be dearly missed. Your loving husband Peter, Daughter Phillipa, Son Doug (in Australia), their partners Brian, and Carol, Grandchildren, and Great Grandchildren. Messages to the Binnie family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.   A service Joan will be held at Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday March 26, commencing at 11.00am.  Followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

PATEL Tui Elizabeth (Nee Corbett), on March 20, 2021

passed away on March 20, 2021, aged 71 years, at Russley Village Hospital Care Unit, Christchurch. Dearly loved wife of the late Rajni. Loved sister and sister in law of the late Dennis and Trish Corbett, Anne Walker, Tony and Claire Corbett, and the late Stephen. Cherished and wise Aunty of all her nieces and nephews. Messages to the Corbett family c/- P O Box 370, Ashburton 7740. In keeping with Tui’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

 

STEWART Shirley Janette, on March 18, 2021

 at Ashburton, peacefully on Thursday March 18, 2021, aged 92 years.  Dearly loved wife of the late NoelMuch loved mother and mother in law of Donald and Pam, Ross and Nora, and Anne and Brian Mee. Treasured Granny of Kate and Blair, Laura and Nick, Jane and Ryan, Simon and Helen, Matthew and Rachida, Peter and Fairooz, Holly and Gareth, and Ruby and Connor and her great grandchildren Elsie, Emma, Frankie, Isabel, Sebastian, Monte, Isabella, Jasper, and Max.  A special thank you to the staff at Princes Court for their loving care and support of Shirley.  At Shirley’s request a private family service has been held.

MAUDE Christina Joan (Joan), on March 18, 2021

Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital.  In her 90th year.  Much loved wife of the late Arthur.  Loved and respected mother and mother in law of Deirdre and Kelvyn, and the late Peter Curd, Dr Kate Richardson and Doug, Rose and Bruce Leonard, Trish and Omar Palov.  Loved Granny of Charmaine, Lynette, Harry and Sam, Marissa, Rebecca, Stephanie, Megan, Peter, and Lizzy, and loved great Granny of all her great grandchildren.  Loved sister and sister in law of John and the late Maude Kennedy, David and Jennifer Kennedy, Marina and the late Ken Pomeroy, Stan and the late Claire Kennedy, the late Betty and Ron Matchett,  Doug and Marion Kennedy. Loved sister in law of Edna and the late Willie Adamson, the late Alice and Ken Keen, Linda and Keith McKenzie, Allan and Maureen Maude.  Loved aunty of all her nieces and nephews.  Special thanks to the Dementia team at Radius Millstream for their love and care of Joan and the nursing staff at Ashburton Hospital.  Special thanks to Clarice Humphries for her kindness to Mum.  Messages to the Maude family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A celebration of Joan’s life will be held at Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Saturday March 27, commencing at 1.00pm.

MARRIOTT Paul William, on March 11, 2021

Peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on March 11th 2021 aged 65 years,Dearly loved husband of Chris, and loved Dad and pop ofScott and Nicky, Erin and Macy;Nick and Kylie, Maddi, Charlotte, Jack, and DanielleSpecial thanks to Dr Penny Holdaway, Debra, and Lee from the District Nurse team for the wonderful care and support.  Messages to 814 East Street Ashburton 7700.At Paul’s request a private family service has been held.