STIRLING Russell James, on June 17, 2016, peacefully at his home, in Ashburton 11 days after is dearly loved wife Barbara. Aged 77 years. Loved mother and mother in law of David and Lisa, Lynley, Jillian, Sharon and Darren.  Loved Grandad of all his Grandchildren. Messages to Stirling family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Russell’s life will be held in Our Chapel, Cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday June 24, commencing at 1.30pm. Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

LAMBIE John James Bruce, on June 24, 2016. Peacefully at Rosebank Rest Home, Ashburton. Much loved youngest son of Bruce and the late June Lambie. Loved brother and brother in law of Alison and the late John Doig, Ivor and Linda Lambie and little brother of Karen Lambie. Special thanks to the staff at Hohepa Canterbury, Christchurch, Princes Court and Rosebank Rest Homes Ashburton. In lieu of flowers donations to Hohepa Canterbury would be much appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Lambie family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.A service to celebrate John’s life will be held at our Reception Lounge, Cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Monday June 27, commencing at 11.00am. Followed by a private family interment

RATTRAY, Stuart Laurence (Stu) – On June 18, 2016 at Auckland Hospital surrounded by family. Aged 62 years. Dearly loved husband of Celia, brother of Ian and Sharlene, Andrew and Michelle, David and Kelley and brother-in-law of David and Carmen. Loved uncle of his nieces and nephews. Messages to P.O. Box 472 Ashburton. Funeral details to follow.

MELLISH, Murray John – On June 18, 2016 after a short conflict with cancer, died peacefully at home, in Rakaia, encircled by ‘his three girls’. Aged 75 years. Cherished husband of Sylvia for 48 years. Treasured father to Karen & Donna, and Father in Law of Phil. Adored Pop (Woppy) of Ariana and Noah. Special thanks to the Ashburton District Nurses and the Palliative Care team for their wonderful care of Murray, and support of his family. Any donations can be left at the service to the Ashburton District Nurses & Palliative Care team. A service to celebrate Murray’s life will be held at the Rakaia Community Centre, Elizabeth Avenue, Rakaia on WEDNESDAY June 22, commencing at 1:30pm. Followed by internment at the Rakaia Cemetery.

THOMAS Lawrence Matthew, on June 14, 2016 at Christchurch Hospital. Aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Daphne and much loved father and father in law of Adrienne and Jim.  Loved brother and brother in law of June and the late Allan, and Colin and Shona.  Messages to P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Service to celebrate Laurie’s life will be held at St Andrews Presbyterian Church, Havelock Street, Ashburton on Thursday June 23, commencing at 11.00am.  Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery.

DYER Dawn Valerie, on June 15, 2016 at Ashburton Hospital. Aged 78 years. Dearly loved mother of Joe, and Robyn. Loved Nana of Gena and Toby and Great Nana of Cloey, and Deegan. Loving sister of the late June, the late Phyliss, Iris, and Viola. A loved Aunty of Lynda, Janene, and Robert. Messages to Gena Dyer, 23 The Circle, Taupo 3330. A service to celebrate the life of Dawn will be held at Paterson’s Funeral Services Reception Lounge, Cox Street, Ashburton on Saturday June 18, commencing at 11.00am. Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

WHYTE Norma Amelia Maud (Nan) on June 12, 2016. Passed away peacefully at Ashburton. Aged 88 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Doug. Much loved Mum of Lyn and the late John. Loved ‘Nan’ of Kerry and Nic, Craig and Helen, and Suzie and Pete. Adored great ‘Nan’ of Logan, Brooke, and Sophie. Messages to Whyte Family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. It was Nan’s wish for a private family service which has been held.

KNIGHT Patricia Margaret, (Trish) on June 12, 2016 peacefully at Christchurch Hospital. Aged 58 years. Much loved partner of Bryan (Pitty). Loved Mum of Michelle, and Jojo Russell and Nanny of Chloe. Loved daughter of the late Lois and Graham Cleghorn sister of Bernie, Terry, and Chris and loved Aunty of all her nieces and nephews. Messages to B Pitt, 56 Rogers Street, R D 5, Ashburton 7775. Donations to the Hinds Rural Fire Force / Ashburton St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service to celebrate Trish’s life will be held at the Sinclair Centre, Park Street, Ashburton on Friday June 17, commencing at 11.00am.Followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

PHELPS, Eileen Margaret, on Sunday 12th June 2016, peacefully at Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village, Christchurch. Aged 81 years. Dearly loved and devoted wife of the late Keith Phelps. Loved Mother of Brendon, and Sharyn and mother in law of Greg, and Julie. Treasured Nana of Sarah, Matthew, and Rebecca and Great Nana of Elise, and Kellan. Messages to Phelps Family, 140 Maungarangi Rd, R D 9, Te Puke 3189. A service will be held at the Linwood Salvation Army, 177 Linwood Ave, Christchurch on Saturday July 9, 2016 commencing at 11.00am. Followed by interment at the Ashburton New Lawn Cemetery

MCLENNAN (Ruck) Karen Evelyne, on June 10, 2016 passed away peacefully at Ashburton Hospital with her family by her side. Dearly loved mum and Nana of Amanda, Mike and Gabrielle; Lisa and Neil; Preston, Selina and Leah. A much loved daughter of the late Bill and Audrey McLennan, sister and sister in law, Aunt, best mate of Fluff and her friends. Formerly, wife of Garry Ruck. Messages to P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A special thank you to the Palliative Care Team, Wises Pharmacy, Tinwald Medical Centre, and the Respiratory team at Ashburton Hospital. A service to remember Karen’s life will be held at the Ashburton Club and MSA, Havelock Street, Ashburton on Thursday June 16 commencing at 1.30pm. Followed by cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.