On May 8, 2024, died peacefully, surrounded by family, at Charles Upham Retirement Village, in her 90^th  year. Loving wife of the late Laurie, mother and mother-in-law of Wayne and Jackie, Andrea and Clive, Tony and Cathy, and Bronwyn and Jeff. Much loved grandmother of Alarna, Joseph, Lori, Hayley, Tamsyn, Luke, Freya, Branton and Matthew. Great-grandmother to 16 wonderful great-grandchildren. Loved sister of Lois and her five brothers. Many thanks to the staff of Charles Upham Retirement Village. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Bev Hutchings, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In accordance with Bev’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.