DOCOS, Margaret Ann: (Polly)
On August 28, 2018. Peacefully at Coldstream Lifecare, Ashburton with her loving family by her side. Aged 76 years. Much loved Mum of Rowan, the late Karman, Craig and Nana of Joshua. Loved sister of Michael and Diana Hanham, Helen and Paul Bradley, Barry and Lyn Hanham, Jill Stuck, and Mary and the late Warwick Johnson. Messages to C/- 29 Queens Drive, Ashburton. At Polly’s request a private cremation has been held.
THOMSON, Mervyn Leonard: (Merv)
Passed away peacefully at Terrace View Retirement Village, Ashburton on Tuesday August 28, 2018, aged 90. Dearly loved husband of the late Phyl. Loved father and father in law of Gary, Lyn, Robin (Tom) and Jacky, and Brent and Joan. Loved Grandad and great Grandad of all his grandchildren. A Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Terrace View for their care of Merv. A memorial service for Merv will be held at our Chapel Cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Tuesday September 11, commencing at 11.00am.
Passed away peacefully with her girls by her side, at Rosebank Hospital Ashburton. Aged 96 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Douglas. Loved Mum of Vivienne and Vic Lamb, the late Stephanie, and Robin Burton, Donalda and Martin Watson, and friend of Christine. Loved Gran of Richard and Steph Lamb, Sonya and Ant Holland; Macarlla and Brent Ellmers, Grant Watson and Mel, and Philip and Teresa Watson. Loved great Gran of Charlotte, and Harry Lamb; Genevieve, Claudia, and Riley Holland; Hayley, William, and Hamish Ellmers; and Levi, and Connor Watson. Messages to the Lemon family c/- P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Nancy’s life will be held at St David’s Union Church, Allens Road, Ashburton on Thursday August 30, commencing at 2.00pm. Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.
at Radius Millstream, Ashburton. In her 91st year. Loved wife of the late Bert. Dearly loved mother and mother in law of Lynette, Isabel and Keith, Jennifer and Barry, Tony and Stefanie. Much loved Nana of Craig, Meagan and Sam; Mark and Kathleen, Paul and Lauren; Darren, Nicole and James, great Nan of Archie, Nicholas, Annabel, and Wren. Messages to the Arthur family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In lieu of flowers donations to the Stroke Foundation would be much appreciated and may be left at the service. A celebration of Bella’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Wednesday August 29, commencing at 1.30pm. Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.
BROOKS, Marjorie: (Marje)
Passed away peacefully on August 22, 2018 aged 92 years, surrounded by her loving family. Treasured wife of Eddie, Devoted Mum of Pauline and Paul (Timaru), Marie (Tauranga), Colleen and Peter (Australia, Peter (Paihia) and Leanne (Tauranga). Adored Nana to Megan, Melissa, Nadia, Erin, Jamie, and Matt. Cherished Granny to Jessica, Caleb and Jemma. Valued friend to many. Messages to the Brooks family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Special thanks to her dedicated team of carers. A celebration of Marje’s life will be held at the Church of the Holy Name, Sealy Street Ashburton, commencing at 1.30pm on Friday August 31, followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.
TE TOMO, Dennis: (Boy)
On August 22, 2018 suddenly at his workplace, Ashburton, aged 59 years. Dearly loved husband of Leora, much loved Dad of Sonny and Tara, Alva and Mike, Kooly, the late Daniel and Dennis Junior, Grandpa of Tylar, Maanaki, Tahlia, Mania, Honey and Keira, Zion and Malachi. Dennis will be at the Hakatere Marae, State Highway 1, Fairton, Ashburton from Thursday afternoon and his service will be held at the Marae on Saturday August 25 commencing at 10am followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery
COUNSELL, Lorna Evelyn:
Passed away peacefully at Princess Court Rest Home Ashburton on August 21, 2018. Surrounded by family. Dearly loved Wife of the Late Colin. Loved Mum of Sheryl, Paul and Rose, Sue and the late Tom Martin, Jill and Murray Burrowes, Barbara and Sam, Mick and Dawn, Alli and Special friend of Simon Banks. Messages to the Counsell Family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Donations to Dementia Canterbury would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Lorna’s life will be held at our Chapel Cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Saturday August 25, commencing at 12.30pm. Followed by private family interment.
SIM, Joyce Frances: (Joy) ( RNZAF W4329 Army 82115)
Passed away peacefully at Ashburton Hospital on August 20, 2018. Aged 96 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Stuart.
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Beloved mother and mother in law of the late Peter, Gregory and Wendy, and Susan and Peter Rich. Cherished Gran of Carl, Marisa, Nathan, Julian, and Kama; Vanessa, Rachel, and Natasha; and Chantel, and Aron. Loved great gran of Gabriela; Jessica, and Holly; Maximus, Rylie, and Fern; Lachlan; and Ashleigh, and Salisha. Messages to the Sim Family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Joy’s life will be held at St Stephen’s Anglican Church, Park Street, Ashburton on Monday August 27, commencing at 1.00pm. Followed by private family interment.
BILVERSTONE Rev. John:
Passed away unexpectedly on August 4, 2018 whilst on holiday in the UK with his adored wife, Ruth. A treasured and inspirational Dad, Grandad and friend of Rachel and Brian, Erica, Lexie and Sonya Leadley; Helen and Rodney, Ashley and Andrew Tweed; Alison and Deano, Lennox and Georgia Officer. Much loved brother-in-law of John and Elaine Hopkins and family (Palmerston North). Messages to the Bilverstone family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Donations for the Christchurch Methodist Mission would be appreciated and may be left at the Memorial Service to celebrate John’s life, held at St David’s Union Church on Tuesday August 28, commencing at 1.30pm.
ANDERSON, Douglas Leicester:
On August 17, 2018. Passed away peacefully at home in the care and comfort of his family. Dearly loved husband of Anne and much loved father of James, and Sara and father in law of Jan. Cherished grandfather of Angus, Ben, and Lara. Treasured brother of Audrey, and Valmai. Messages to the Anderson family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. Donations to the Ashburton Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Grateful thanks to Penny Holdaway, the District Nurses and the Ashburton Hospital for their special care and attention. A service to celebrate Doug’s life will be held at the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall, Methven on Tuesday August 21, commencing at 2.00pm. Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.