aged 76 years, peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of Colin for 56 years. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Stuart and Neroli, Nigel (Christchurch) and Janelle, and a much loved Marilyn Mum of Carol and Gerard (Westport). A devoted and fun loving Nanna of Greg and Michelle; Lachie Neal; Logan and Letitia Smart; Dillon and little Harley-Rose Smart (Blenheim). Every day is a gift to do whatever you want, but most of all to smile, laugh, love and be loved. Like the fragrance of the rose, memories linger forever. Donations to the Heart Foundation NZ would be appreciated and may be made online at http://bit.ly/mmcross3007 . Messages to the Cross family, P O Box 472 Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Marilyn’s life will be held at the Sinclair Centre, Park Street, Ashburton on Friday August 5, 2022 commencing at 1.30pm, followed by interment at the Seafield Lawn Cemetery, Seafield Road, Ashburton.