peacefully at Coldstream Lifecare, nearing his 92nd birthday. Dearly loved and cherished husband of Josie for 67 years. Much loved father and father in law of Shane and Jenny, Chris and Martina, Mark and Kieran, Simon and Nicky, Paul, and Michelle. Grandfather to Kurt, Casey, Sarah, Connor, Jake, Jack, and Max. The family wish to thank Coldstream staff and Dr Penny Holdaway for the loving and outstanding care they provided. Special thanks to Father Denis Nolan for his kindness and dedication to Desmond in his final days. Messages to the O’Grady family P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A Funeral Mass to celebrate the life of Des will be held at the Church of the Holy Name, Sealy Street, Ashburton on Wednesday April 27, commencing at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Seafield Lawn Cemetery, Seafield Road, Ashburton