at Radius Millstream, Ashburton . Aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Ruth. Much loved Dad of Doug and partner Sharon, Duncan and partner Ana, and Roy. Loving Grandad of Jack, and Rosemary. Messages to the Taggart family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Alan’s life will be held at St David’s Union Church, Allens Road, Ashburton on Thursday December 21,  commencing at 1.30pm, followed by private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.