On May 3, 2026. Peacefully at Rosebank Life Care, Ashburton. Aged 89 Years. Dearly loved husband of Faye for 66 years. Loving father and father-in-law of David and Virginia, Robert and Janet, and Liz and Steve Ditmer. Special grandad of his 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Messages to the Mangin family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In lieu of flowers, donation to the St John Ambulance Mid Canterbury would be appreciated and maybe left at the service. A celebration of Graeme’s life will be held at the St John’s Presbyterian Church, Jackson Street, Methven on Monday May 11, commencing at 11.00am followed by private interment.

on 1^st May 2026, aged 72 years. Passed away peacefully at Tuarangi Home, Ashburton. Dearly loved wife of Wendy & loved father & father-in-law of Tracy & Scott Ritchie, Mike & Melissa Farnell, Colin & Diane Farnell, Steven Farnell & step-father of Paul Cross & beloved Poppa of all his beloved grand-children. He will be sadly missed by all his family & friends. May he rest in peace. A huge thank you to the staff at Tuarangi Home for their care & dedication while caring for John. We will be forever grateful. In lieu of flowers donations to Tuarangi Home would be much appreciated and may be left at the service. A Memorial Service for John will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Saturday May 16 at 1:30pm.

on May 7, 2026. Peacefully at Radius Millstream, Ashburton, aged 90 years.  Dearly loved wife of the late Alec.  Much loved mother and mother in law of Christine and Vince Arena, and Lorraine and Pete Nolan.  Treasured Nana of Mathew, and Robert; Scott, and Ryan, and great-grandmother of Riley, Jayden, Alec, and Annabel.  Messages to the Drummond family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A Celebration of Edna’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, on Friday May 15, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Tom, on May 6, 2026, in Cromwell, aged 81 years. Best friend and devoted husband of the late Dee. Much-loved father and father-in-law of Jan and Greg, Mark and Pip and Brad and Emma. Proud grandfather of Emily, Thomas, Grace, James, Chloe, Oliver, River Dee and Haze. Loved son of the late Peter and Patricia Simmons (Ranfurly). Tom worked as a livestock representative and was well respected for his down-to-earth nature and strong connection to people and the land. An avid sports supporter Tom held a special passion for the Otago rugby team. He also enjoyed bike riding and spending time with his family. Messages to 34 Jollys Road, Cromwell, 9310.  There will be a private funeral at Toms request. Those wishing to pay their respects are welcome to join family for a drink at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, on Saturday May 9, commencing at 7pm. “Forever loved and never forgotten. Rest in peace.”

 Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Aged 79 years. Loved wife of Morton. Loved aunty and friend to many. At Averil’s request, a private cremation has been held.

passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, aged 82 years.  Dearly loved husband of the late Christine.  Much loved father and father in law of Lyle and Yvonne, and Katrina adored Grandad of Eileen, Oliver, and George. Messages to the Johnson family may be sent to nzlyle@gmail.com, or P.O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.   A service to celebrate Noel’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Tuesday May 5, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by a private interment. “Thank you for the music”

on April 29, 2026, peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, with Bruce by her side. Dearly loved wife of Bruce for 61 years. Much loved and adored mother and mother in law of Greg and Pip, Andrew and Lou, and Jo and Phill.  Treasured Nana Mary of Madeline, Ella, Grace, Siobhan, and Annie; James, Glen, and Scott; and Lila, and Albie. Loved great-Nana Mary of Te Ari’i, Tamatoa, Francesca, and Ryland.  Special thanks to the staff of Rosebank for their love and care of Mary. Messages to the Francis family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service to celebrate Mary’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Monday May 4, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by a private interment.

on April 28, 2026, peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton.  Colleen was granted her last wish and now rests peacefully.  Dearly loved sister and sister in law of Margaret and Gordon.  Treasured aunty to her nieces and nephews and friend to many.   “I’d like the memory of me to be a happy one, to leave love and smiles when my life is done.”  As per Colleen’s request a private cremation has been held.

Of Mayfield. On April 24, 2026. Peacefully at Coldstream Life Care, Ashburton. Aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Brewer Scott and the late Rudd Wallace. Much loved and cherished mum of Charlotte, William and Sandy, and Julie. Loving Gran of Ben, Fleur, and Beathley and great Gran of Kahu. Loved sister of the late Len Murdoch. Special thanks to the Ashburton Home Care Staff, Chris, Debbie, Hazel, and Stacey. Messages to Marjorie Wallace’s family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Marjorie’s life will be held in Our Chapel corner East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday May 1, commencing at 1.30pm followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

On Saturday 25 April, 2026. Aged 93 years. Now at rest with her beloved husband Jim. Mother of Brian and Frances, and Michael and Tracy. Nan of Phillip and Maria, Korry and Mel, and Keriana and Doug. And Great Nana of Isabella, Christian, Elyse (dec) and Luke, Madelyn, Ben, Molly and Lachie. “Nā koutou i tangi, Nā tatau katoa” “Your tears are our tears” As per June’s wishes a private farewell has been held. Brian and Michael invite family and friends to join them in the Mid-Canterbury foothills on Tuesday 2 June, their Mum’s birthday, to celebrate her life. Contact either of them for details. Messages to the Chivers Family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.