Funeral Notices

GLASS Heather Isobel (nee Cocks) (Cocksy), on July 30, 2023

suddenly but peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 70 years.  Loving wife and best mate of Evan.  Much loved sister and sister in law of Alastair and Lyn Cocks (Gore), Graham and Robyn Cocks (Rolleston), Lorraine and Noel Rolton, and Noel and Marg Glass (Timaru).  Treasured aunty of Jack and Kate, Emma and Marcos, Steven and Sarah, and Dylan; Kimberley and Kevin, Charlotte and Andrew, Rebecca and Ross, Bradley and Sam, and great-aunty of their families.  Honorary grandmother to Gento and Haruto (Japan).  Messages to the Glass family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A celebration of Heather’s life will be held at the Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, on Friday August 4th, commencing at 1.00pm.

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OLDS Malcolm John, on July 27, 2023

Peacefully at home, aged 82 years.  Much loved husband of Janet.  Cherished Dad, and father in law of Karen and Alan Butterick, David, Kylee, and Richard.  Adored Grandad of George, Jack, and Charlotte.  Messages to the Olds family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service to celebrate Malcolm’s life will be held at St David’s Union Church , Allens Road, Ashburton on Tuesday August 1st, commencing at 11.00am, followed by a private interment.

TAGGART Ruth Adair (nee Pringle), on July 18, 2023

at Ashburton Hospital. Aged 80 years. Dearly loved wife of Alan for 59 years. Much loved mum of Doug and partner Sharon, Duncan and partner Ana, and Roy. Loving grandma of Jack, and Rosemary. Messages to Taggart family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Ruth’s life will be held at St David’s Union Church, Allens Road, Ashburton on Monday July 24, commencing at 11.00am, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

KINGAN Jean Ramsay, on July 7, 2023

aged 105 years. Peacefully at her own home in Ashburton, supported by her loving family. Loved wife of the late Russell Kingan. Dearly loved mother and mother in law of  David and Donna, Murray and Annette, Janet and the late Bruce McNally, and Russell and Annette. Loved grandmother of Jillian and Robert Kircher, Graeme and Sascha, the late James Kingan; Keriann and Andrew Saunders, Deane and Karen; Sarah and Simon Chamberlain, Bethany McNally and Gary Duncan; and Andrea and Jane. Much cherished great-grandmother of, Lachlan, Harrison, Bailey and Sophia; Timothy and Lucy, Jessica, Daniel, and Lara; Arava, Cassie; and Ethan. Messages to the Kingan family c/o PO Box 472 Ashburton 7740.
At Jean’s special request, a private family Memorial will be held.

LAWRENCE Paul Lee, on July 2nd, 2023

Sadly, Paul passed away on July 2nd 2023. Beloved husband and soulmate of Paula, devoted father and father-in-law of Ian and Leanne, Angela, Stefanie and Roger. Adored Pa to Emma, Ben and baby Bean. Treasured son of Joan and the late John Lawrence. Cherished brother and brother-in-law of Peter and Bronwyn, Trevor and Denise, and Chris and Mel. Much loved nephew of Ruth and the late John Ivison, and Barbara and Trevor Greasley. At Paul’s request, a private celebration of his life has been held.

“Everything you love will probably be lost,                                                                                                                     But in end,                                                                                                                                                                 Love will return in another way”

O’CONNOR David Russell, on July 2023

at Ashburton, aged 61 years, after a very short illness.  Very loved husband and soul mate of Maria. Loved and respected father of David. Loved son of Viv, Bill and Marlene (dec) and brother of Sam, Andrew and Sharon. Loved brother in law and uncle of all his nieces and nephew, and best friend of Robyn and Steve. Messages to the O’Connor family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A private cremation has been held as per Dave’s wishes.

QUIRK George Stanley “Stan”, on June 22, 2023

peacefully at home with his family by his side, aged 81 years.  Dearly loved husband of Margaret, and father and father in law of Douglas and Kirsten, Leslie, Leigh, Christine and the late Sam, and John.  Treasured Grandad and great-Grandad of Carley, Alisha, Lucy, Campbell, Ollie, and Carter. Thanks to the Methven Medical Centre for their care of Stan.  Messages to the Quirk family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A private service to celebrate Stan’s life has been held.

GLANVILLE Christine Anne, on July 3rd, 2023

Jim would like to announce the sad passing of his loved and loving wife Chrissie, peacefully at home with family and friends. Dearest loved and loving sister of Jan Wilson (Nelson).  Loved niece of David Shannon (Dunedin).  Loved step-Mum of Jaime-Lee, and Grandma to Georgia and Thomas (Auckland).  Much loved and loving sister in law of Bruce and Peta Glanville (Melbourne), and Treena and Grant McHenry and families (Napier). Loved and cherished friend to many.  Messages to Chrissie’s family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In lieu of flowers donations to Ashburton St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Chrissie will be at home from Friday afternoon. A service for Chrissie will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Saturday July 8, commencing at 10.30am, followed by interment at the Ashburton Seafield Lawn Cemetery.  Please wear something bright to celebrate Chrissie’s life.

KALIS Wouter Johannes (Wally), on June 25, 2023

at Tuarangi Home Ashburton. Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family aged 88 years. Dearly loved father and father in law of Reuben and Jo, Julian and Jo.  Loved grandfather of Jed, Isla, Ashton and Charlotte. Special thanks to the staff at Tuarangi Home for the wonderful care of Wout. Messages may be posted to PO Box 16487; Christchurch, 8441. A celebration of Wout’s life will be held on Friday 21 July 2023, 2.00pm at the Pohara Boat Club, 995 Abel Tasman Drive, Tata Beach, Golden Bay.

HARVEY Alan Neil (Al, Bob), on June 23, 2023

at home, with his sons, aged 71 years.  Dearly loved husband of the late Trish.  Much loved father and father in law of Mike and Emma, Dave and Lisa, and treasured Grandad of Baden, and Stella; and Lilly.  Messages to 4 Douglas Drive, Ashburton 7700.  A private service for Alan has been held.