(Formerly of Wanaka) On September 19, 2025, surrounded by family at her home in Christchurch, aged 95 years. Devoted wife and life partner of Des (deceased). Loved mother and mother-in-law of Steve and Joy, and Mark and Theresa. Grandmother of Mathew, Megan, Tessa, and great-grandmother of Baydn, Artie, Pippa, and Sylvie. Daughter of Ewart and Henrietta McDiarmid. Loved auntie of Madeleine, Bridgit, Marya, James, Bunny, Jill, Katie, Jackie, Sally, Ross, Karen, and Grant of the McDiarmid “Clan”. Very special and heartfelt thanks to all the care and nursing “Family” at Russley Village for your genuine care, love and support of Elle, Des and family. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Elle Johnston, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545, or stevebjnz@gmail.com. In lieu of flowers, in memory of Elle, donations to St John Ambulance Services, NZ Cancer Society, or a charity of your choice, would be gratefully appreciated. A private cremation has been held.