On October 1, 2025. Suddenly and unexpectedly at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton. Aged 84 years. Dearly loved partner of the late Janet Stocker. Much loved father and father-in-law of Nicki and Matt Curr, Glenys and Doug Holden, and Craig and Katrina. Loving and proud Granddad of all his grandchildren and great grandchildren .Loved son of the late Jack and Lizzie (Hadlow) Loving brother of Les, and Ross and late siblings. Favourite uncle of all his nieces and nephews. Special friend of the Stocker family. “His race has finished, he is now past the winning post” Messages to the Andrews family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. At Bill’s request a private cremation has been held.

19 January 1948- 25 September 2025. With much sadness we share that our beloved, loyal, husband, Dad, father-in-law and Grandad slipped quietly away at Ashburton Hospital after a brief illness. Love always, Lorraine; Chris & Kelly, Mathias and Thor (Hastings); Steph & Sam, Olly and Zoe (Ashburton). Dick was a respected Builder and “Boss”, his family’s Go-To Man for any job,  dedicated Coach and Mentor, Champion of Common Sense, a very proud Dad and Grandad and a loyal Friend. Dick / Grandad / Dickles, the love of your family and friends goes with you. We will miss you and your sensible practical ways, your love and generosity,  and all your skills, so much. Messages to PO Box 472 Ashburton 7740, or rainey47@gmail.com. In lieu of flowers a donation to St John or Ashburton Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. Honouring Dick’s wishes, there will be no service. He wanted an informal gathering to celebrate his life, share stories and have a laugh and a drink. This will be held on Thursday 16 October from 1.30 – 3.30. at the Allenton Rugby Clubrooms, Melrose Rd, Ashburton.

On September 26, 2025, very peacefully at Ashburton Hospital surrounded by family, aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of Pam. Loved father of Randall (dec), Miles, James, and Edward (dec). Adored Grandad of Georgia, Laura, Ruben, and Dean. Messages to the Winchester family PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. According to Ron’s wishes a private family service has been held.

On September 25, 2025, peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare aged 77 years. Loved husband of the late Joy. Loved father of Greg, Chris (dec) Jo and Tony. Cherished Grandad and great Grandad to all his grandchildren. Messages to the Cavill family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service for Daniel will be held at Our Chapel cnr East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Friday October 3, commencing at 1.30pm followed by a private cremation at Ashburton Crematorium.

peacefully on  September 8, 2025, aged 91. Wife to Vincent & Lazlo (deceased). Much loved mother to Rodger (dec), Gary (dec), Christine (dec), and Fiona. Mother in law to Greg.  Grandmother to Hayden and Stefan, great grandmother to all her great grandchildren.  Your incredible brightness and love of life touched many and is dearly missed and greatly remembered. With deep gratitude to the staff at Tuarangi Home and those in the Ashburton Community. Shine brightly, as you always did. A private service will be held.

– In her 97th year. Beloved wife of the late Fred Lovett, and partner of the late Kevin Lewis. Mother of Vivienne, Alastair, and Kelvin, and cherished grandmother to many. Dear sister of the late Ray Young, and of Bill Tilson and Christine Keown. A private service has been held.

– 16.06.1950 ~ 23.09.2025   Beloved husband of Helen. Loved father and father in law of Spencer and Monique. Loved granddad of Erin and Ainsley. ‘Came into the world with nothing and went out with the love of a few’ Messages to the family of Stan Worling P.O. Box 472, Ashburton 7740. With respect to Stan’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

 On September 19, 2025, peacefully at Radius Millstream. In her 96^th  year. Dearly loved wife of the late John. Loved and adored mother and mother in law of David and Gillian, and Susan and Kevin Meiklejohn. Precious Grandma of Georgia, Alexandra; and Eva. Messages to the Dunn family, PO Box 472 Ashburton 7740. At Kim’s request a private cremation has been held

BINSTED Una Irene –  On the 19^th September 2025, at 92 years. Una left us to be with her beloved Gordon. She’ll be so sadly missed by Jo & Gavin, Diane & Trev, Peter, Ruth & Trev, the late Heather, & Martin, Lorraine & Allan, and her grandson Shane. A loved Grandma of her 26 grandchildren and Great Grandma to her 41 great grandchildren. “I have such a large family, but I cannot remember all their names .”A long, lovely life. Messages to Una’s family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. So many thanks to all the staff at Radius Millstream for their loving care of Mum over the last 6 years. A Memorial service for Una will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Wednesday October 1^st, commencing at 2.00pm.

Passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, at Annaliese Haven Resthome, Kaiapoi, aged 82 years.  Dearly loved husband of Kay. Loved father and father in law of Craig and Donna, Gerard and Mona, Daryl and Nicola, Racheal, and Rose Margaret (sleeping).  Loved Grandpa of Reuben, Lilliana, Jess, Siubhan, Jacob, Max, Natalie, Azalea, and Lola.  John will be dearly missed by everyone.  Messages to the Nish family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A special thank you to the staff at Annaliese Home for their loving care of John.  A service to remember John will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Tuesday September 23, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by interment at the Ashburton Seafield Lawn Cemetery.

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