Funeral Notices

WILSON, Patricia Elaine (Elaine)

on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, surrounded by family. Aged 85 years. Loving longtime partner of Peter Tutty. Adored mother and mother-in-law of Maree and Murray Quartly, Greg and Mel, Janine, Rachael and Tony Moore. Treasured Nana of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Loved by all her extended family. “Rest in Peace” Will be forever missed. Messages to the Wilson / Tutty family, P O Box 472, Ashburton, 7740. A funeral service for Elaine will be held in the Holy Name Catholic Church, Sealy Street, Ashburton on Tuesday October 13 commencing at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

ROULSTON Wayne

Passed away suddenly at Ashburton Hospital on 6 October 2026, aged 76. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Sue, and the late Heather. loved Dad, step-Dad and father-in-law of Andre & Michael, Nerida & Nathan, Gemma & William, Casey & Mike. Loving Grandad of Simon, Aaron, Wil, Poppy, Charlotte, Cameron, Grace, George and friend of Jessica & Holly. So sadly missed, loved and remembered always. Messages to the Roulston Family, C/- PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Wayne’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, Ashburton on Monday 12th October commencing at 2.00pm

LOWE, Alistair Lloyd Thomas

On October 3, 2026, peacefully at Tuarangi Home, Ashburton, after “the long goodbye” with vascular dementia. Aged 76 years. Loved husband of Bernadette. Loving father of Caroline and partner Keir Leslie, and Vanessa and Daniel Saveski (UK). Loved brother-in-law of Rosemary, and Kevin Keane. Brother of Harry, Gerald (Perth), the late Jane, and the late John and uncle of their families. Sincere thanks to the staff of Tuarangi Home for their excellent care of Alistair over the last two years. Thanks also to the Elizabeth Street Day Care staff and volunteers who enabled him to stay at home for as long as he did. Messages to the Lowe family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. According to Alistair’s wishes, there will be a private burial at the Hinds Cemetery. A celebration of his life will take place at the Ashburton Raceway Tea Kiosk, Gate 4, Racecourse Road, Ashburton on Wednesday, October 14 commencing at 2.00pm. At Alistair’s request, guests are to dress in informal attire.

HARRIS Shirley Ellen Merrion (nee Bird)

Passed away at Rosebank Lifecare Ashburton, on Friday, 2nd October, 2026, aged 93. Dearly loved wife and soulmate of the late Arthur. Much-loved and respected mother and mother-in-law of John and Anneke, Elizabeth, Paul and Pam, Mark and Gayna. Loved and special Nana of Ella, Georgia and Richard. Adored Great-Nana of Isabella and Lillian. Shirley enjoyed a wide circle of friends and extended family. Messages to Harris Family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Harris Scientific Reserve would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Shirley’s life will be held at the St Stephen Anglican Church, 60 Park Street, Ashburton, on Friday, 9th October, commencing at 1 pm, followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

KNOX, Clarke Robert

On September 28, 2026, passed away suddenly at home, Christchurch. Aged 60 years. Dearly loved husband of Glenn. Much loved son of Maureen and the late Robbie and loved brother of the late Wendy-Anne. Loved uncle of Robbie, and Harlowe (London). Loved son-in-law of Debbie and loved brother-in-law of Tammee and Graeme, Cole and Tia, Kirstyn and the late Rota. Loved by all his extended family. “Will be sadly missed” Messages to the Knox family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Clarke’s life will be held in our Chapel corner East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Saturday October 3, commencing at 10.30am, followed by interment at the Ashburton Seafield Cemetery.

MOORE, TREVOR STUART – Reg No. 14679.

It is with deep sadness that we share the peaceful passing of our much-loved Dad on 23 September 2026 in the loving arms of his children. Dearly loved husband of the late Olwyn (Ollie) and adored Dad of Glenn, Lynda and Rochelle. Much loved and cherished Pop of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Rosebank Lifecare and Dr Charlotte Cox for their care and compassion in Dad’s final journey. Family was the centre of Dad’s world, and he was the heart of ours. Although our hearts are broken, we find comfort in knowing how much he was loved and how many lives he touched. He has now found his way home to the love of his life – our Mum. A private service has been held.

BAKER, Noel Henry

Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital on Sunday, September 20, 2026, surrounded by his family. Aged 95 years. Husband of Gladys. Much loved father and father-in-law of Chris and Garry Willis, and Stephen and Leah. Cherished grandad of Mereta, and Penny; Troy, Brandi-Jean, and Alex and great-grandad of his great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchild. Messages to the Baker family, 24 Glassey Drive, Allenton, Ashburton 7700. A private service for Noel has been held.

AMALFITANO, Darryl John

On September 17, 2026, at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton. Aged 72 years. Special friend of Barbara Field. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of Charlean, and Deanna and Jeremy. Adored Grandad and Great-Grandad of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Thanks to the staff of Ashburton Hospital and Rosebank Lifecare for their care of Darryl. Messages to the Amalfitano family, P O Box 472, Ashburton, 7740. A Memorial Service to remember Darryl will be held at the Doris Linton Lounge, Ashburton RSA, Cox St, Ashburton on Friday, September 25, commencing at 1.30pm.

CHAMBERLAIN, Anne Elizabeth (nee Cunningham)

Passed peacefully, surrounded by family, at Radius Millstream, Ashburton on September 16, 2026. Aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife and companion of Brian. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Mark and Jenny, Gregory and Debbie, and Julian and Lyn. Loved Nana of Simon and Stacey, Henry and Brianna, Adam and Lucy; Hamish and Aleisha, Sarah and Mark, Amy and Sean; and Emily and Matt. Loved Great-Nana of her seven great-grandchildren. Loved sister and Aunty Anne of all her sisters, brothers, nieces and nephews. Messages to the Chamberlain family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A funeral for family and close friends to celebrate Anne’s life will be held at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Havelock Street, Ashburton on Tuesday, September 22 commencing at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation.

WYLLIE, David Archibald

On September 16, 2026, passed away peacefully at home, in Ashburton. Aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Sarah. Much loved father and father-in-law of Kim and Tony Dikmans, Julie Wyllie and Wayne McCormick, Ingrid Cook, Priscilla and Ted Wyllie-Schmidt, and Lisa and Adam Wilson. Adored grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle. A special thanks to the nurses and carers who supported us through his final weeks. He will be deeply missed by all those who loved him and shared his life. Messages to the Wyllie family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John would be appreciated and may be made at the service. A celebration of David’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, Ashburton on Wednesday, September 23, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

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