Funeral Notices

CRUICKSHANK Jim (James) Alexander

On 8 August 2026, peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband of Eleanor, loving father and father-in-law of Nicki and Greg, Paul, Brett and Lisa and Kathryn and Rob. Loved Grandad of Sydney, Maddy, Clare, Jessica, Dallas, Ryan, Callum and Jack. Loved brother of Gladys (deceased) and brother-in-law of Isabel and Peter (deceased) and uncle to his six nephews and nieces. Thank you to all the various medical teams who helped Jim live a full life. Messages to the Cruickshank family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Jim’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Thursday August 13, commencing at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

FRIEND Karen Margaret (Aka Dawn)

passed away after a brave and courageous battle on Friday, 7 August, 2026, at Ashburton Hospital, surrounded by loving family and friends. Loved partner of Avon, cherished daughter of Ian and Heather, sister and sister in law of Dave and Bern, Geoff and Karen. Loved Aunty and treasured friend and colleague to many. The family would like to sincerely thank medical/oncology/District Nursing staff for their care & support allowing Dawn to be able to stay at home as long as she could. Messages to the Friend family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In keeping with Dawn’s wishes a private cremation has been held. A celebration of Dawn’s life will be held at Hotel Ashburton Function Room, Saturday, 22 August, 2pm. Dawn’s family warmly invite her many friends and family to join in sharing memories and celebrating Dawn’s life.

WILSON Sally Ann (née Greenwood)

passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on 3 August 2026, aged 59. She was a fighter to the very end of her battle with breast cancer. Sally was the dearly loved mum of Tom and Ella, adored partner of Ross, treasured daughter of Judy and Dave, cheeky sister of John, and a loyal friend to many. She had an extraordinary gift for making friends wherever she went. Messages to the Wilson family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Sally’s life will be held at the New Brighton Surf Lifesaving Club on Saturday, 15 August 2026, at 3.00pm. All who knew and loved Sally are warmly invited to join us in celebrating her wonderful life. Guests are encouraged to wear light colours.

WEIR, Stanley Thomas

(formerly of Methven). At Ashburton, on Tuesday August 4, 2026. Aged 91 years. Treasured husband of the late Eunice Kathleen Weir (nee Guise). Cherished father and father-in-law of Kay and Jon Wain, Joanne and Mike Shaxon, and Glenda and Allan Flowers. Very adored grandfather of his nine grandchildren and his 14 great-grandchildren. Messages to the Weir family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Stanley’s life will be held at the Ashburton Baptist Church, Cass Street, Ashburton on Monday August 10, commencing at 10.30am. Followed by private interment. “Together at peace”. CLICK HERE TO VIEW SERVICE

YOUNG, Fairlie Rose

12/06/1939 – 27/07/ 2026 -Fairlie peacefully passed in her daughter Susan’s arms, while in the care of Radius Millstream, Ashburton, her home for five years during her dementia journey. A loved daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend. Remembered for her love of gardening and her beloved dogs. “She lived her life finding silver in the shadows and touching the gentle souls of animals”. Messages to the Young family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Fairlie’s life and interment of her ashes will be held in Ashburton at a later date, to be advised. Much loved, so missed

ELMS Dianne Elizabeth

On August 2, 2026. Peacefully at Rosebank Life Care, Ashburton, with family at her side. Aged 77 years. Dearly loved wife and best friend of the late John. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Craig and Nic, and Mark and Bowie. Treasured nana of Brittany, Thomas, and Michael. Loved daughter of the late Maurice and Sadie Clelland. Loved sister of Zelda, and the late Richard. Messages to the Elms family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Dianne’s life will be held in our Chapel, corner East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Thursday August 6, commencing at 1.30pm followed by private interment.

WOLFREYS Wilma Ethel,

Peacefully, surrounded by family, at Radius Millstream, Ashburton on Monday August 3, 2026. Aged 94 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Arthur. Cherished Mum and mother-in-law of Lynda and Steve James, Lester and Emily, Colin and Leonie, and Joanne. Treasured Nan of Becs and Quentin, Mel and Jeremy, Lisa, and Daniel: Hannah and Shane, Jack and Poppy, Tess, Meg, and Hugo; Lewis, Caleb and Danielle, and Sam; and Finn. Adored great-Nan of Jacob, Khye, Natalia, and Shaelii; Griffin; Willow, and Eden. Loved sister of Fay McQuarters, and the late Ian and Fay McQuarters. A special thank you to the Ashburton Hospital support workers, Elizabeth Street Day Care and the caring staff of Radius Millstream for their care of Wilma. Messages to the Wolfreys family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Memorial Service to celebrate Wilma’s life will be held at the Baring Square Methodist Church, Baring Square East, Ashburton on Friday August 7, commencing at 2.00pm.

CROMIE, Audrey Patricia (nee Tatterson)

March 17, 1931 – July 30, 2026.At Ashburton Hospital, aged 95 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Don Cromie of Rakaia. Loved mother of Roberta, Ross (dec), Max (dec), Brent, and Adrienne (dec) and their partners Russell, Liz, and Janine. Loved grandmother of Bradley and Christine, Jayden, Rhys and Brandy, Makayla and Mark and all her great-grandchildren. Loved eldest daughter of Addie and Wally Tatterson. A special thank you to Ashburton Hospital and Radius Millstream for their care of Audrey. Messages to the Cromie family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Audrey’s life will be held at the Rakaia Rugby Club, 42 Rakaia Barrhill Methven Road, Rakaia on Wednesday August 5, commencing at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Rakaia Cemetery. CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE SERVICE

PETRIE Cora Beatrice

on July 26, 2026, peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare Ashburton, aged 91 years. Loving wife of Trevor for 69 years. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Alister and Pauline, Sandra and Nigel, and Wayne. Nana of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Messages to the Petrie Family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In keeping with Cora’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

REEVES Isobel

on July 25, 2026. Peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 84 years. Dearly loved wife and companion of the late Trevor. Much loved mother and mother in law of Warren and Sarah. Cherished Nana of Thomas, and Lawrence. Messages to the Reeves family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Special thanks to the Medical team at Christchurch Hospital for their love and care of Isobel. At Isobel’s request a private family service has been held.

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