KELLER, Evelyn Ruth (Ruth)
Passed away peacefully at Maryann Rest Home, Stratford on Sunday 16th April 2023, in her 97th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Joe Keller. Much loved mother of Brian and Cheryl; Barry and Ngaire; Trevor and Raewyn. Loved gran of her eight grandchildren and her seventeen great-grandchildren. All messages to the Keller family can be sent C/- PO Box 218, Stratford 4352. In accordance with Ruth’s wishes, a private service has been held.
TURTON, Edward Charles (Ted)
On April 14th, 2023, at Wellington. Dearly loved husband of Susan, and loved father of Tom, Oliver, and Guy. Loved father-in-law and friend of Alex, Anneke, and Irvin and loving grandfather of Charlie, George, Adeline and Alfred. A private family funeral has been held.
ROSS, Jane
It is with sadness that we say goodbye to our Mum, Grandma, and great-Grandma who passed away peacefully on Friday, April 14, 2023, at Tuarangi Home, Ashburton, aged 96 years. Loved wife of the late Les. Loved Mum and mother-in-law of Dave (Chch), Carolyn and Gerald Davidson (Patea), Wayne and Gloria, Evonne and Murray Lumsden (Methven). Loved Grandma of her 10 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Sincere thanks to all the staff at Tuarangi Home for their loving care of Jane over the last 4 years. Messages to the Ross family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A private family service has been held.
MADDOCK, Catherine Mary (Cath)(nee Taylor)
Passed away peacefully on April 15, 2023 at Addington Gardens, aged 84 years. Dearly loved wife of Red for 62 years. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Martin and Sheryl, and Tessa. Loving grandmother of Emily and Daniel, Tim and Lia, and Reuben, and great-grandmother of Sylvia, Izaak, Eleanor, and Jane. Many thanks to the kind staff at Addington Gardens for their care of Cath. Messages to the Maddock Family, c/- PO Box 31300, Ilam, Christchurch. At Cath’s request, a private burial in Waikouaiti has been held.
FORD, David Bruce
On March 17, 2023, peacefully at Terrace View Retirement Village, Ashburton, with his family by his side, aged 90 years. Much loved husband of the late Jeanette. Loved father and father in law of Penny, Kerry and Trudy, and Simon. Loved ‘Pop’ of all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Messages to the Ford family, PO Box 472, Ashburton, 7740. A Memorial service to celebrate David’s life will be held in Our Chapel, cnr East & Cox Streets, Ashburton on Monday April 24, commencing at 10.00am.
EMMENS, Stanley Robert (Stan)
On Friday April 14, 2023 at Hutt Hospital, after a short battle with cancer, age 83. Builder, gardener, lover of bagpipes and all things Scottish, step-father to Diana, Vonny, Paula and Joanne. Born into a Lighthouse-service family, Stan was recognised as one of the foremost experts on lighthouses in New Zealand. In accordance with his wishes, Stan will be farewelled at a private family service.
HALLIGAN, Graham Christie
Passed away at home on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 in his 94th years. Loved husband of Helen, father of Kay and Bruce and father in law of John and Denise. Respected Grandad and great-grandad of Erin and Keely; Jenna and Kyle, Grayce, and Quinn. Graham was a loved brother, brother-in-law and Uncle. Favourite knee of Coco and Alfie.
“ Far and sure”
As per the families wishes a private service has been held.Messages to Townhouse 68, Peacehaven Village, 498 Tweed Street, Invercargill.
SHAW, Julianne
Passed away peacefully on April 17, 2023 at Kaiapoi Lodge, aged 75 years. Dearly loved wife of John, treasured mother and mother-in-law of Andrew and Lyn, Philippa, and Megan. Dearly loved Nana J of Ethan, Sophie, and Aden. John and his family would like to thank Kaiapoi Medical Centre, Access, and Kaiapoi Lodge for their wonderful care of Julianne. Messages to the Shaw Family, c/- PO Box 35, Rangiora 7440. A Celebration of Julianne’s life will be held at the Kaiapoi Workingmen’s Club, 113 Raven Quay, Kaiapoi, on Wednesday, April 26, at 1.00pm.
SMITH, Bryan Albert
18.7.1939 — 17.4.2023
Passed away at Wairarapa Hospital. Loved brother of Mavis and Shirley. Legendary and much loved uncle of Rachel, Becs, Ruth, and Sarah, and their families. In accordance with Bryan’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages to the Smith Family, C/- PO Box 185, Carterton 5743.
CHISHOLM, Alice Adair Christine (Adair)
Passed away suddenly on April 13, 2023, at the age of 83. Adair was cremated surrounded by close family on April 19 and her ashes will be laid to rest in Livingstone cemetery, North Otago, with her parents, sister and nephew. Adair (MacMillan), born in Oamaru, was brought up in Livingstone, where she spent many happy days. At the age of 13, together with her mother and sister, they took an intrepid journey to live in Edinburgh for a year visiting family. Upon return to NZ nursing was Adair’s calling and she began training at Burwood Hospital where she made life-long friends and met her future husband, John Chisholm. Married in 1961 (61 years ago), Adair and John finally settled in Stourbridge Street for 51 years, bringing up their children, Alistair, Gillian and Christine. Adair was a busy person caring for her family, teaching cane classes at night, feeding delicious burgers and pies to the boys at the Old Boys Rugby club, volunteering at the Red Cross and playing tennis, before returning to nursing at St John of God. Adair was a force to be reckoned with as the infection control nurse and again made more life-long friends. At the age of 58, Adair decided to finish her training as a registered nurse, graduating in March 2000 with more life-long friends. She worked for the next decade, only retiring at age 70. Later in life, Adair concentrated on her grandchildren, gardening, painting, watching tennis as well as any other sport on TV! She used to love to sit on the terrace and feed her friendly blackbird “Billy”, who would come at her call. No flowers, please, but donations are welcome to St John Ambulance.
Miss you so much Adair!
Life will be duller without you.
BONISCH, Gerard Joseph (Gerry)
On April 16, 2023, at Ashburton Hospital, with his family, aged 81 years. Much loved husband of the late Elaine. Father of Sarah, and brother of Judith, the late Ann and the late Patricia. Messages to the Bonisch family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. As per Gerry’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.
HIDDLESTON, John Clifford
Passed away peacefully on 14th April 2023, aged 86. Dearly loved husband of Patsy, loving father of Angela, David (deceased), and Mark. Father-in-law to Philly Hiddleston and Russell Wright. Pa to Laura & Jack, Michael, Tom & James. Brother of Alison Morrah. A private family service was held at All Saints Chapel, Purewa in Auckland, on Tuesday 18th April at 2.00pm. Patsy and the family would like to thank the staff of Edmund Hillary Retirement Village, specifically the SCU and Medical 2 Unit for their care and support.
SHORT, Peter Bruce
(Formerly of Stanway). Passed away peacefully at Woodlands Rest Home, Feilding, on Sunday 16 April 2023. Aged 87 years. Loved husband of the late Phyllis. Much loved father and father-in-law of Michael and Tamara (USA), Craig and Sandra, Wayne and Alison, and Jill. Cherished Grandfather of Jerad, Jocelyn, Jillian, Jordan, Jessica, Kahlia, Ryan, Alex, Hilary, Tori, Connor, and Hannah. Great-grandfather to 13. Son of the late Bruce and Ilene. In lieu of flowers a donation to Hato Hone St John’s would be appreciated by the family and may be left at the service. Messages to the Short Family, C/- 280 Kimbolton Road, Feilding. Friends and family are invited to attend a Service to celebrate Peter’s life at The Coach House Museum, South Street, Feilding, on Thursday 27 April 2023 at 2.00pm.
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RUSSELL, Marie Ann-Martha
On April 15, 2023, Marie passed away peacefully, aged 61 years. A beautiful private service was held on Tuesday, April 18, surrounded by her family. Deeply loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law to Amy, Amber, Vincent and Matthew. Absolutely adored “Nan-Nan” to Quinn. Marie was surrounded by her children in her last few weeks of life, and we will cherish this time forever. Mum, a beautiful and devoted mother, always full of laughs, light, love and kindness. Thank you for showing us unconditional love. You have left a huge hole in our lives, but we know that you will forever be with us in our hearts. Messages to the family of the late Marie Russell, c/- PO Box 26112, Christchurch 8148.
LAKE, Nola
Passed away peacefully on April 16, 2023, aged 87 years. Wife of the late George, and daughter of Maisie and Thomas Peak. Sister of Shirley and Russell. Loving mother of Brenda, Valerie (deceased), Peter, Wayne (deceased), Kerry and Sandra. Mother-in-law of Lindsey and David. Loved nana to 13 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. A private service to celebrate Nola’s life was held on April 19, 2023.
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