on March 10, 2026. Passed away suddenly, after spending time in his garden doing what he loved. Aged 87 years.  Dearly loved husband of Mary.  Much loved father and father in law of Noel and Ester (Brisbane) Barbara (ChCh), and Stuart and Donna (Perth).  Special Grandad to Sheree, and Brandon; Glenn; and Casey. Messages to the Ranson family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.  A service to celebrate Graham’s life will be held at the Ashburton Baptist Church, Cass Street, Ashburton on Wednesday March 18, commencing at 2.00pm, to be followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.