Funeral Notices

EMMERSON, Annette Margaret

on August 25, 2026, peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, aged 85 years. Loved friend of the late Ray Tunnicliffe. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Tony and the late Judy, Chris and Heather, and Angela. Adored Nana and great Grandma to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. “Now in peace”. Messages to the Emmerson Family, P O Box 472, Ashburton, 7740. In keeping with Annette’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

DICKENS, Anthony Purdie (Tony)

At Rosebank Lifecare, on Monday August 24, 2026. Aged 90 years. Loved husband of Monica for 70 years. Dearly loved Dad and friend of Faye and Brian Johnston, Adrienne and Steve Parsons, and Gavin and Sandie. Adored grandad and great-grandad. Messages to the Dickens family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In keeping with Tony’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place. A private family gathering will be held at a later date.

INWOOD, William Arthur (Bill)

on August 23, 2026, peacefully at home, Ashburton, surrounded by family, aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of Colleen (Thian) and loved Dad of Jason, Joanne and the late Craig. Loved father-in-law of Julie and treasured Grandpop of Tessa and Caleb. “He lived for those he loved and those he loved remember”. Messages to the Inwood Family, P O Box 472, Ashburton, 7740. In keeping with Bill’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

McLACHLAN Leith Gabriel Bagley

On August 17, 2026 peacefully at Radius Millstream, Ashburton. Aged 90 years. Loved husband of Anna Marguerite. Loved brother of the late Doris, Owen, and Alyth. Loved and respected uncle of Ross, Ian, Andrew and the late John Tait, Dianne Jordan, Grant Kingsbury, and Lindsay McLachlan. Messages to the McLachlan family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. At Leith’s request a service has been held and he is interred at the Rakaia Cemetery.

HART, Yvonne Jean (nee Le Comte)

At Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton on August 19, 2026. Dearly loved wife of Bill. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Tanya, Darren (dec), Fiona and Allan, and Kerrie Anne (dec) and stepmother and stepmother-in-law of Carolyn, Sharon and Graham, Robyn, and Mark and Nick. Loved Nana of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Messages to the Hart family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. According to Yvonne’s wishes, a private cremation has taken place.

WAITERE, Carol Lystra (nēe Rose)

After a hard-fought battle, Gran passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 19 August 2026. She faced it with strength and courage, and after precious time with her loved ones, she was ready to rest. Through it all, her laughter and stories brought light to her journey. Born on 28 December 1944, Carol lived a life filled with great yarns, laughter and treasured memories. Carol was the youngest daughter of the late Iris and Sandy Rose, and a much-loved mother and mother-in-law to Adrian, Matrena and Wayne, and the late Kararaina. Dear sister of Doreen and Brian, and the late Ian, Anne and Donald. A much-loved Aunty to her many nieces and nephews. Carol’s family would like to acknowledge her nephew Allan, with heartfelt gratitude for his continual love, care and support. A cherished Gran to Amy-Lee, Krystal, Ashley, Brittany, Clayton, Kered, Kreed and Bella, and a proud Great-Gran to her great-grandchildren. In Gran’s words “ke te pai!” Messages to the Waitere family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A private cremation has been held.

WALLER George David (David)

peacefully on August 18, 2026, at Radius Millstream, Ashburton, surrounded by his family, aged 93 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Pat. Much loved and treasured father and father-in-law of Jocelyn and John Hurley, and Sharon and Murray McManus. Special Grandad of Chris and Claire, Phil and Jess; Tracey and Nathan, Steven, and the late Amanda, and great Grandad of Khloe, Amber, Alex, Madison, Tyler and Axel. Messages to the Waller Family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In keeping with David’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

INCH, Patricia Myrtle Margaret

At Methven Central Care Home on Tuesday August 18, 2026. Aged 95 years. Loved wife of the late Alan Inch. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Wayne and Robyn, and Kelvin and Sharon. Loved Grandma and great-Grandma of Kyle and Megan, Ryan and Rachael, and Amelia. Loved only daughter of the late Arthur and Myrtle Saunders and loved sister and sister-in-law of Mervyn and Isabel, Royce and Sybil, Des and Jean, Vern and Marion, Derrick and Peggy, Trevor and Jean, and Ian and Fay (all deceased). Loved daughter-in-law of Harry and Dorrie Inch and sister-in-law of Linda and Aubrey Warren (all deceased). Messages to the Inch family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Memorial Service of celebration for Patricia will be held at the All Saints Anglican Church, Chapman Street, Methven on Monday August 24, commencing at 2.00pm.

HOLLOWAY Brian

(Regiment: RA -Gnr 23801814) – on August 14th 2026. Passed peacefully, surrounded by loving family, aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Sandra. Loved and respected Dad and father-in-law of Lesley & Philip, Debbie & Steve and Alan. Much loved Grandad to Letitia, Aimee, Kirsten, Melissa, Murran, Skye, Emma and Sarah, and adored great-Grandad of 18. Loved brother-in-law to Rita and Rick, and his nephews and nieces. Messages for the Holloway family to PO Box 472, Ashburton 7400. Special thanks to Ward 2, Ashburton Hospital and staff at Tuarangi Home who respectfully cared for Brian in his final weeks, and to the ‘Home based support services’ over the past seven months. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart Foundation would be appreciated and can be made at his service. Brian’s Memorial service will be held in Our Chapel, Cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Saturday 22nd August commencing at 11.00am.

RUSHTON Fiona Mavis (nee Searle)

passed away peacefully on August 12, 2026, at Ashburton Hospital, surrounded by loved ones. Dear wife of Philip. Loved Mum of Doug and Jaclyn, Luke and Gemma, and William. Dear Ma to Piper, Emmett, and James. Loved daughter of the late Doug and Una. Messages to the Rushton family,PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ashburton Cancer Society in memory of Fiona would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A celebration of Fiona’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Monday August 17, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium. In honour of Fiona, please wear bright colours.

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