Obituaries
Ronald “Ron” Allan KEMP
20/01/2025
Passed peacefully at his home in Amberley, on Monday, January 20, 2025, aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend for 65 years of Heather, loved Dad and father-in-law of Danny and Fi (Brisbane), and Vicky and Peter Black, loved Grandad Ron ...
Simon John Hardwick MULLINS
31/07/2025
On Thursday, July 31, 2025, peacefully, surrounded by family, aged 91 years. Loved father and father-in-law of Jane and Colin, Susie and Ollie, Penny, Kate, Johnny and Rose, dearly loved Grandad and Great-Grandad. Messages may be addressed to: The fa...
Barry David Donald WILSON
09/05/2026
Peacefully at Arvida St Albans, on May 9, 2026, in his 86th year. Dearly loved brother of Noela and the late Gordon McKay, Raewyn and Lindsay Ussher, and their families. In accordance with Barry’s wishes, a private cremation will take place....
Margaret Mary ASHBY
11/01/2025
It is with sadness to announce that on January 11, 2025, after a long struggle, Margaret had a peaceful transition surrounded by love, aged 95 years. Margaret will finally be reunited with her adored husband Raymond, whom she mourned every day, dearl...
Mark James LEARY
Sadly passed away at home, aged 65 years. Much loved son of the late Mick and Frances. A loved brother and brother-in-law of Robin (deceased) and Susie, Diane and Rob Brown, Annette Rains, Karen and Mike Clarke, Rachel Leary and the late Phil Calwell...
Katherine ‘Kate’ Miriam Lucy SUMNER
27/04/2025
(formerly Pullon): On April 27, 2025, peacefully at Rose Court Retirement Village, aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Alastair Pullon, and the late Wally Sumner, much loved mother of Stephen, Rose, Bernard, and Jennifer, loved grandmother o...
David John ADAMS
28/07/2025
On Monday, July 28, 2025, passed away peacefully at Bupa Ballarat, Rangiora, aged 78 years. Loved youngest son of the late Helen and Henry (Harry) Adams. Loved brother and brother-in-law of the late Robyn and Raylee Adams, the late Janice and Robin (...
Vida ‘Doreen’ Doreen BOYCE
13/10/2025
Passed away peacefully at WesleyCare, on Monday, October 13, 2025, aged 98 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Norman Robert, and a much treasured mother and mother-in-law of Beverley and Bill, Judith and Keith, Alister and Sheila, David and Deb, Gr...
Margaret “Joy” Joyce McLAY
19/01/1926 - 27/04/2025
Sadly, passed away at Albarosa Rest Home, aged 99 years. Loved and cherished wife of the late Hector (Mac) McLay, loved mother of Russell (deceased), Robyn, Allan, and Jeffrey, loved mother-in-law of Jenny, Megan, Rock, Sue, and Wendy, cherished Nana...
Lesley Anne HOFFMANN
30/01/2026
On Friday, January 30, 2026, peacefully at Alpine View Care Centre, aged 92 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Fred, much loved Mum and mother-in-law of Jenny, and Liz and Roger. Loved Gran of Sarah, and Emma; Rebekah, and Mitchell. A special thank...
Garth COLLINS
03/05/2025
Passed away unexpectedly at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by close family, on May 3, 2025, aged 76 years. Dearly loved husband of Carol. Loving Dad and father-in-law of Scott and Jessica, Megan and Mike. Cherished Grandad of Lexi, Caleb, Hunter, ...
Judith TWISS
28/07/2025
(formerly Green): On Monday, July 28, 2025, peacefully, surrounded by love, aged 84 years. Loved daughter of the late Alice and Bill Hegan, loved wife of the late Leo, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Kim Green and the late Brian ‘Clarky’ Clark (Pi...
Kathleen ‘Kay’ Elizabeth THOMSON
14/10/2025
Passed away at Ashford Care Home, Prebbleton, on October 14, 2025, in her 92nd year. Dearly loved soulmate and wife of the late Hugh, loved mother and mother-in-law of Peter and Susan, Roz and Kent, Liz and Jody. Loved Nanny of her grandchildren Jess...
Lyndsey May ANDERSON
30/01/2026
On Friday, January 30, 2026, peacefully, aged 82 years. Loved wife of the late Bryan, loved Mum of Grant, and Colin, loved Nana, mother-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Lynd...
Frances ‘Mary’ Mary ROGERS
16/10/2025
On October 16, 2025, at Banbury Park Care Centre, surrounded by her loving family, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of Peter, loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul and Julie, Christine and Jonathan, and James, adored grandmother of Madeline, Beatrice, an...
John Murray DALTON
29/01/2026
On January 29, 2026, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 83 years, father of Tony, Jackie, Ray, Steve, and the late Ricky, Grandad to all his grandchildren, brother of Trevor, and will be missed by his much loved dog Basil.
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Colin David FULLER
22/01/2025
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Colin, on January 22, 2025, in his 92nd year. Loving husband and soul mate to Betty for 69 years, much loved father, father-in-law and lifelong mentor of Shona and Andy Pope, Carol McGeady and Dave...
Elaine Joan SCOTT
31/01/2026
On January 31, 2026, aged 78 years. Dearly loved wife of David, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Trish and Craig, and Kirsty and Jason, adored Elaine of Michaela, Louie, and Ruby. Sincere thanks to the team on Ward A4, Christchurch Hospital for...
Russell James WOODS
04/02/2026
Passed away on February 4, 2026, aged 88 years. Beloved husband of the late Janet, wonderful friend to many, especially Brian, Naomi, Yvette, and Gary. Special thanks to the staff at Merivale Retirement Village for their outstanding care of Russell, ...
Donna Marie CLARK
09/05/2026
On Saturday, May 9, 2026, passed away peacefully in Christchurch after a courageous struggle, surrounded by family, aged 59. Dearly loved wife of Tony. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Jacinta, and Sam and Tayla. Treasured sister and sister-in-...











