Funeral Notices

HALL Matthew Chadlow (MNZM)

on June 24, 2026. Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, surrounded by family, aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of Karen for 47 years. Much loved father and father in law of Rachael and George, Ronelle and Mike, Neresa and Mike, and Matthew and Mikayla. Treasured Grandad of James and Anthea, and Jovan; Thomas, and Archie; and Ada, and Olive, and loved great-Grandad of his 3 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers donations to the Ashburton Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Hall family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Matthew’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road on Tuesday June 30, commencing at 11.00am, followed by a private interment.

RYK Jozef Willem (Jo)

26.4.1936 – 18.6.2026. Peacefully at Radius Millstream, Ashburton. Loved husband and best friend of Judie. Loved father, father in law and grandfather of Adriaan, Jenny and Louise and Travis; Merryn, Damian, Nikki, Milla and Kiara, Christopher, Cathy, Braeleigh, Rhiannon, Leahna and Makayla; Carolyn, Warren, Alex and Quinn; Stephanie, Jeff, Bronte and Jethro; Shaun, Brenda, Georgia and Grace. Loved special friend of Richard, Aiko and Hannah, Victoria, Paul, Emma-Louise and Connor, Andrew, Chantel, Oscar and Jasper, and Takako. Messages to the Ryk family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A special thank you to the medical staff at Ashburton Hospital and Radius Millstream for the care and compassion given to Jo. Jo has suffered much during his life, tragedy, and family who remain absent from his life, and now this lovely man is finally at rest. At Jo’s request a private cremation has been held.

ANDERSON, Shirley Gwendoline

Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital on Monday June 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Aged 90 years. Dear friend of the late Roger Duff. Loved Mum of David (dec) and Margaret, Andy and Katrina, Marie, and Lynn and Tony. Dearly loved Nana and great-Nana. Messages to the Anderson family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740 or email lynn-anderson@xtra.co.nz. A service to celebrate Shirley’s life has been held.

BALL, Janet Mary (Jan)

At Ashburton on Sunday June 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Dearly loved wife of Murray. Amazing, caring and wonderful Mum of Katrina and Ross, Angela and Hamish, Sharleen and Rick, and Lyndon and Ashleigh. Treasured and fun Nana of her 15 grandchildren. Loved daughter of the late Millie and Max Wood and loved sister of the late Rodney. Messages to the Ball family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A special thank you to the A&E Unit and Ward 1 staff at Ashburton Hospital for their excellent care of Jan. A private farewell for Jan has been held.

MCDOWELL Baden William

Passed away suddenly on Sunday June 21, 2026, aged 62 years.Treasured father of Chris, Ben, Emma, and Travis. Adored grandfather of Lily, and Annabelle; Charlotte, and Mitchell. Eldest son of William and Alma, and brother to Glen and Lee. Dearly loved partner of Tania, and respected former husband of Janene. Messages to the McDowell family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Donations to Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue in memory of Baden would be much appreciated and may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Baden’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, on Monday June 29, commencing at 1.00pm. Followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

GIBSON, Anne

03-07-1943 – 19-06-2026. Anne died peacefully at Ashburton Hospital after a short illness. Aged 83 years. Beloved daughter of the late Pat and Jim Gibson and sister of Tom, Helen, Patricia (dec), Katherine (dec), Mary (dec), Simon (dec), and Cecilia (dec). Anne was also a treasured aunt to all her nieces and nephews in whom she took a keen interest. Messages to the Gibson family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In lieu of flowers, donations in Anne’s honour to Ashburton St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be made at the service. A Requiem Mass to celebrate the life of Anne will be held at the Holy Name Church, Sealy Street, Ashburton on Friday, June 26, 2026, commencing at 10.00am, followed by private cremation. CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE SERVICE

COPLAND Audrey Elizabeth (nee Bird)

on June 21, 2026, peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, in her 91st year. Dearly loved wife of the late Derek. Much loved mother and mother in law of Mark and Robyn, Angela and Stuart Wright, Paul and Victoria, and Diane and Guy Norris. Adored Nana of Hugh, the late Todd, and Kent; Hannah, Simon, and Alice; Ben and Will; Henry, Ben and Annabel, and great Nana of her 15 great-grandchildren. Messages to the Copland family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Audrey’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Saturday June 27, commencing at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Chertsey cemetery.

MCKNIGHT, Irene Faye (Faye)

Unexpectedly at home, in Ashburton, on Thursday June 18, 2026. Aged 84 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Neil. Cherished and treasured Mum of Julie and Don Patterson, Peter and Bronwen, the late Laurie and the late Anne, and Natalie and Barry Gibb. Loved Nana and Granny of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Messages to the McKnight family, 136 Horndon Street, Darfield 7510. A Memorial service to celebrate Faye’s life will be held in our Chapel, corner East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday June 26, 2026, commencing at 1.30pm. CLICK HERE TO VIEW SERVICE

McAULEY, Clive James

– 2 February 1948 – 11 June 2026. Passed away peacefully in Ashburton. Much loved partner of Olive. Cherished father and father in law of Simon, Nigel and Amy, Gavin and Kimberley, and Meagan and Phil. Proud Pop to Chloe, Daisy, Max, Zoe, Fitz, Caitlyn, Franklin & Savannah. Remembered for his kindness, love of animals, great conversations & devotion to family. Messages to the McAuley family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In keeping with Clive’s wishes a private service has been held.

ASHWORTH Enid (Neen) (nee Cooksley)

on June 10, 2026, peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, surrounded by family, aged 92 years. Truly loving wife of the late Charlie. Loving Mum and mother in law of Keith and the late Christine Middleton, and friend of Sharryn, Raewyn (Raed) and Peter Robin, Lynn and Tony Worsfold, and Carol (Cass) and Rob Hughes. Cherished and loving Grandma of her 11 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Loved eldest daughter of the late Aubrey and Enid Cooksley and loved sister of her brothers and sisters. Messages to the Ashworth family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Neen’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Thursday June 18, commencing at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Methven Cemetery at 1.45pm.

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