BUNN, Margaret Elizabeth - Peacefully, of Arrowtown - surrounded by her family on July 16, 2025; In her 84th year. Dearly loved wife of the late David, loved mother and mother-in-law of Debbie and Roger, and the late Neil, Phillip, Steven and Melanie, Susan, Carol and Larry. Loving Grams of Elli, loved grandma of Ryan and Jacob. In lieu of flowers donations to St John would be appreciated. A private family farewell will be held.  An afternoon tea and celebration of Margaret's life will be held on Saturday 30th August at Merryfield from 2pm, 181 McDonnell Road, Arrowtown. Messages to 219 Morven Ferry Road, RD1, Queenstown 9371 ‘Mum, you will always be in our hearts - we are proud of you.  You have shown so much courage and strength. Much love from us all. Rest in peace now.’ Livestreaming at 2.30pm - https://vimeo.com/event/5323687/8a443a5026

SUTHERLAND, Stuart Allan - At his home, in Wanaka on August 18, 2025, supported and loved by his three girls. Much loved husband and best mate of Shona, treasured father, father-in-law and Grandpa Stu of Sonia and Trent Isaac, Hilary and Paul, Zoe, and Alex Jamieson. A farewell for Stu will be held in the Luggate Memorial Centre, at 2pm, on Saturday August 23. In lieu of flowers donations to the Otago Community Hospice who were amazing in their care of Stu, would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to Sutherland Family, P O Box 31, Alexandra 9340

SINNAMON, Cheryl Marjorie - Peacefully after a long courageous battle on August 2, 2025; in her 74th year. Dearly loved and cherished wife of Albert for 55 years, very much loved mother and mother-in-law of Diane and Tony, Tracey and Mark, Nic and Shane, John and Gill, dearly loved and adored Gran of Brett, Shayne Jarod and Sam; Stevie and Jack; Georgia, Ben and Jimmy, Great Gran of Alfie and Penelope. The family are eternally grateful for the care and support that Cheryl has received from the staff at Dunstan Hospital.  A service to celebrate Cheryl’s life will be held at the Cellar Door, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 1pm, on Wednesday August 6. Messages to 2 Shannon Street, Alexandra 9320.

MIDDLETON, Marlene Ann, (Nee Beaton) - Passed away surrounded by her loving family on July 31, 2025. Dearly loved wife of the late Geoff, and the late Brian Agnew, much loved Mum of Christine, Lauren, and Anita, and mother in law of Damon and the late Marcus. Cherished Grandma of Kiri, Dylan, and Ariana and Charles. Loved sister and sister in-law of Barbara and Brian, Richard and Wendy, Jo-anne and Barrie, Paul, Michael and Sharon. Loved Aunty to all her nieces and nephews. Forever in our hearts. A service for Marlene will be held in The Cellar Door, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 1pm, on Tuesday August 5. Messages to 6 Rawhiti Street, Alexandra,9320

MCKAY, Alan Stanley John, of Wānaka. Passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Thursday, July 31, 2025; aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of Sue, father of Sally, Nikki, Ross, and Greg; and father-in-law of Fleur. Much loved Grandad to his grandchildren; Hannah, Toni, Hunter, McKay, and Chase. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Peter and Colleen. Alan gave so much of his time to his community including SPCA, Search and Rescue and other community organisations. A great long life of adventures lived, and wonderful memories for the family to cherish forever. Many thanks to the caring teams at both Wānaka Medical and Dunstan Hospital for their wonderful care. A celebration of Alan's life will be held in the Holy Family Catholic Church, 154 Aubrey Road, Wānaka, at 11am, on Monday August 4, followed by a private farewell. In lieu of flowers, donations to Coastguard Wānaka Lakes would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to [email protected].

HOWIE, John Ross (Ross) 3.4.1956 – 15.7.2025 Passed away peacefully in Wanaka with his family by his side. Ross was a loving husband to Fe, incredible father and father-in-law to Cate and Jamie, cherished son of Prof Bruce* and Elizabeth* Howie, dearly loved brother to Pip and Jen*, a second dad to Matt, a much loved uncle, brother-in-law, and good mate to many. (*denotes deceased) His big heart, handsome smile, and quiet wisdom will be missed more than words can say. A celebration to honour Ross’s life will be held in The Upper Clutha Rugby Club Rooms, 15 Mc Dougall Street, Wanaka at 2pm on Monday, July 21, 2025. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Aspiring Care Facility, Palliative Care Unit would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 35 Sarginson Lane, RD2, Wanaka 9382.

BURDON, Michael Sydney, of Alexandra, formerly of Five Rivers. Passed peacefully at Ranui Home and Hospital, Alexandra on July 14, 2025; aged 80 Dearly loved husband of Bernie, and the late Elizabeth, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Nathan and Trudy, Stacey and Tricia, and Kelly and Martin, loved Mikey of Mileena and Aaria.Grandad to Honor, Imogen and Ollie. Loved Michael to Monique and Kelvin, Sharlayne and Graeme, Brendan and Gaylene, Louise and Jason, and their extended family. Loved brother and uncle. Requiem Mass will be celebrated for Michael in St John the Baptist Catholic Church, 3 Killarney Street, Alexandra, at 10.00am on Saturday July 19, followed by interment in the Lumsden Cemetery at 3.30pm. Livestreaming at affinityfunerals.co.nz In lieu of flowers, donations to Research at Kidney Health NZ would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Burdon Family, 3 Brooke Place, Alexandra, 9320. RIP

LECKIE, Ramena Mercia ( Ena) - nee Cook Peacefully on July 13, 2025 surrounded by her loving family; aged 83 Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Terry and Nadine, Peter and Anne. Adoring Nana of Kurtus and Lydia, Josh and Angus. Great NanNan of Aria. Auntie to extended family and many friends. A celebration of Ena's life will be held at the Aspiring Village Lifestyle Centre, Wanaka, at 2pm, on Friday July 18. In lieu of flowers donations to the Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service.

Hawkes, Joy Isobel Helen. Passed away peacefully on 14 July, 2025 in her 93rd year. Dearly loved wife of the late Neil, dearest Mum of Raewyn and Muzza, adored Grandma of Alex and Marisa; and Leah and James, and Great grandma of Iris. Special thanks to the caring staff at Ranui Rest Home. A service for Joy will be held in The Cellar Door, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 12 noon on Friday July 18 followed by burial in Alexandra Cemetery. Messages to Raewyn, 61 Larch Crescent, Alexandra 9320.

KITTO, Margaret Anne (nee Pinder). Passed suddenly, but peacefully at Ribbonwood Rest Home, on Friday, July 4, 2025; Aged 85 years. Treasured wife of William (Bill)*, dearly loved mother and special friend of Nigel and Robyn, Lee-ann and Brendan, Megan, Adrian and Georgina, devoted and much loved Granny to Lauren, Ethan and Caleb, dearly loved and admired sister and sister-in-law of Dorothy and Donald*, Teddy*, David and Helen, Alan and Genevieve, Doreen* and Colin* and Gladys* and Mac*. Loving aunty to all her nieces and nephews. (*donotes deceased) We wish to express our heartfelt thanks to Karen and her team - the caregivers, nurses and Dr Fons at Ribbonwood, for their special attention and care of our precious mother. - A service to celebrate the life of Margaret will be held in the Teviot Union Church, 71 Scotland Street, Roxburgh, at 2.00pm, on Friday, July 11. Messages to 'The Kitto Family', 28 Jedburgh Street, Roxburgh 9500

PALMER, Frances Lorraine, (Francie), of Roxburgh. On 2 June, 2025, we lost our wonderful Wife, Mum, Mother-in-law and Nana Francie, in her 89th year. Adored wife of the late Ron, so loved by Craig and Jill, Daryl and Barb, and grandchildren Annabelle and Will, and Oliver and Benji. The family would like to thank the Teviot Valley Rest Home, the team at Roxburgh Medical Centre, Hospice Staff and the local community for their support and wonderful care of Francie. A Celebration of Francie’s life will be held in the Teviot Union Church, 71 Scotland Street, Roxburgh, at 1.30pm, on Wednesday July 9, Livestreaming to affinityfunerals.co.nz In lieu of flowers, donations to SPCA would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Palmer Family, 49 Ferry Hill Drive, Queenstown 9371

PINCKNEY, Daniel George (Dan) - On June 19, 2025, peacefully at his home in Wanaka, surrounded by his family. Dearly loved by all his family and friends. A service for Dan will be held in the Wanaka Presbyterian Church, 94 Tenby Street, Wanaka, at 2pm, on Thursday June 26. Livestreaming at www.affinityfunerals.nz In lieu of flowers donations to the Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated and may be left the service. Messages to P O Box 6, Wanaka 9343

WARDLE Margaret Elizabeth (nee Tunnicliffe) Margaret died peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, June 10th, 2025, in her 93rd year. Loving wife of Peter Wardle,  mother to Penny and Rob,  and mother-in-law to Kate Wardle. Much loved by her grandchildren Alexandra, Charlotte and Amelia Peter; and Annie Wardle, great grandmother to Gus and Finn Mackenzie, loved sister of Patricia, Bill, Geoffery and David and their respective partners Michael, Allison, Faye and Anne. A special thanks to the staff and carers at Leslie Groves Hospital, Dunedin, for their kindness to Margaret over the last 10 months. A Memorial Service for Margaret will be held in The Cellar Door, 143 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra at 2.00pm,on Thursday June 19. Margaret and Peter were happiest in the outdoors. In lieu of flowers, donations to Native Forest Restoration Trust nfrt.org.nz would be appreciated.

RYLEY, Joan Evelyn (of Cromwell formerly of Merrivale) Peacefully at Golden View Care on June 11, 2025. Dearly loved wife and best friend of the late Jim, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Bridget and Phil, and Chris, adored Nan of Oliver, and Elliot. Loved daughter of Dave* and Evie* Hampton, loved sister and sister-in-law of Ron* and Connie*, Russ*, Shirley*, Colin*, Pam and Don McMiken, Brian and Marilyn*, Maurice*, Lynda* and Tim Newman, Allan and Alison, Heather and John Francis. Loved Auntie of her nieces and nephews. (*Denotes deceased) - A service for Joan will be held in the Golden View Lifestyle Village Lodge, 14 Kanuka Drive, Cromwell, at 1pm, on Monday June 16. Parking on Iles St. Livestreaming at affinityfunerals.nz In lieu of flowers donations to Cromwell St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to Ryley Family, P O Box 31, Alexandra 9340

MITCHELL, Owen John (Mitch) Peacefully at Dunstan Hospital on June 8, 2025; Aged 78. Much loved husband of Wendy*, father of Lindsay, Glenn*, and Rachelle, loved Grandad and Gaddy of Lisa, Jared and Dekken. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Trevor and Raewyn (Napier), and Sharon (Vancouver). Thank you to the staff of Wanaka Medical and Dunstan Hospital for their care of Owen. - A service to celebrate Owens life will be held in the Wanaka District Club, 45 Plantation Road, Wanaka, at 11.30am, on Saturday June 14. In lieu of flowers donations to the Dunstan Hospital would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 17 Aeolus Place, Wanaka 9305 (*Denotes deceased)

KOKICH, Murray Dean. Murray passed peacefully on June 8, 2025 at Golden View Care, Cromwell. Dearly loved husband of Dee (Deirdre), loved father, father-in-law and Grandpa of Aaron, Idah, Eli and Levi (Auckland), Quinn, Alana and Helena (Wellington), loved brother of Marie and the late Nick Milsum (Rotorua) and brother-in-law to Brent and Jo Affleck (Otatara), Bernard and Isabelle Affleck (Millers Flat). Our heartfelt thanks to all the health professionals and support teams who applied their heads and hearts to Murray’s medical care and support during his cancer journey. As per Murray’s wishes there will be no public funeral. Murray wishes any donations to be made to the Otago Southland Rescue Helicopter Trust. Messages to 36 Lookout Drive, Alexandra 9320 or [email protected] ~The mountains are calling and I must go~

PARTRIDGE, Peter Francis - Suddenly at his home in Alexandra; aged 78 years. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Jill and Wallace* Templeton, Simon and Kay Partridge, loved and fun uncle of Joanne, Lynn, Matthew and Richard, Lucy and Sam and their families (* Denotes deceased) - A service to celebrate Peter’s life will be held in the Alexandra Bowling Club, 2 Poole Road, Molyneux Park, at 1pm, on May 28, 2025 . Messages to Partridge family, P O Box 31, Alexandra 9340

MCARTHUR, Wendy Isobel (G.G.) Peacefully at Aspiring Enliven Care Centre on May 11th, 2025. Beloved wife of the late John. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Lynley and John Tippet, Janeen* and Larry Beattie. Cherished Grandma of Kerry and Megan, Jemma and Rory. Adored G.G. of Leif, Aden, Louie, Jimmy and Tilly. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Garth* and Margaret, Margaret and Dan*, George* and Margaret* (*Denotes deceased).  Our heartfelt thanks to the staff at Elmslie House, Aspiring Enliven Care and Wanaka St John for their dedicated care and support. In lieu of flowers donations to Wanaka St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. A service for Wendy (G.G.) will be held at Campbell and Sons, 95 Gordon Road, Mosgiel, at 2pm, on Tuesday May 20th. Messages to 6 Gye Street, Clyde 9330. TTFN 

CUCKOW, Ngaire (nee Harpur) - Now at peace, having passed away at Dunstan Hospital, Clyde, May 13, 2025, aged 85. Beloved wife of Ray (Smiler) for 55 years , cherished mum to Kelly & Blair, mother-in-law to Simon & Karen, treasured Gran to Daniel & Hayley. Dear sister, aunt & friend of all the extended family. There will be a private farewell. Our thanks to Dunstan Hospital staff. In lieu of flowers donation can be made to Otago Hospice. ”Those we love never truly leave us. There are things death cannot touch.”

COLLINS, Russell John. Peacefully, surrounded by his family, at Dunstan Hospital, on May 7, 2025; Aged 66 years. Loved son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great uncle and friend to all. The family wish to thank the staff of Dunstan Hospital for all their care. A service to celebrate Russell’s life will be held in the Alexandra District Club, 35 Centennial Avenue, on Saturday 10th May at 1.30pm. Messages to 63 Hazlett Street, Clyde, 9330.

STUART, Emma Kate. After a courageous battle, Emma passed away peacefully on April 25, 2025, at Aspiring Care, Wanaka, surrounded by family and friends. Much loved partner of Michael Duncan, devoted mum to her fur babies Mac and Mabel. Cherished daughter to Lynn and the late Karen Stuart and sister to the late Ryan Stuart. Adored daughter-in-law to Colin and Sheryll, and sister-in-law to Laura. A celebration of Emma’s life will be held in Corbridge Woolshed, 707 Wanaka-Luggate Highway, Wanaka, at 2pm, on Thursday May 1. Livestreaming at affinityfunerals.co.nz As a tribute to Emma please wear bright colours. Messages to 12 Wilkin Road, Wanaka, 9305.

PATRICK, William Robert (Bill), of Roxburgh, Passed peacefully after a short illness on Monday, April 7, 2025: aged 60. Treasured husband of Leonie, loved father and stepfather of Mitchell and Steve, loved Grandad of Kaitlyn, loved son of Bev and the late Bill Patrick, loved brother and brother-in-law of Jackie and Jason, uncle of Jordan and Sam, and Abbey. As per Bill’s wishes a private cremation has been held. A gathering to celebrate Bill’s life will be held in the Roxburgh Golf Club, 280 Scotland Street, Roxburgh, at 1.30pm on Monday April 14. In lieu of flowers, donations to Central Otago Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Livestream to affinityfunerals.co.nz Messages to Berryland, 3541 Fruitlands Roxburgh Road, RD1, Roxburgh 9571.

BROWN, Elizabeth Ruth (Liz) Liz’s Family - The Beckers, Fastiers and Browns warmly welcome friends, family and loved ones to share with us in Celebrating Liz’s Life in the St Andrews Anglican Church, 43 Blyth Street, Cromwell, at 2pm, on Thursday April 10. “ Mum, Grandma, Sister, Aunt, Farmer, Gardner and Friend’

LAWRENCE, Eleanor Dorothy (née Stewart), of Cromwell (formerly of Wallacetown), passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025, at Goldenview Care, Cromwell, on the eve of her 83rd birthday. Dearly loved wife of the late Allan David (Dave) Lawrence. Cherished mother of Chris and Jilleen, and beloved ‘Granna’ to Sian and Derek, Jehnna and Nick, Amy, and Hannah. Treasured aunt to Meg, Lesley, Robyn, Bruce and Kristy. The family sincerely thank the team at Goldenview Care for their kindness and support. As per Eleanor’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Messages may be sent to the Lawrence Family, P O Box 31, Alexandra, 9340.

BROWN, Denise Mary - Peacefully on Tuesday March 25, 2025 at Dunstan Hospital; aged 79 years. Dearly loved and loving wife of Ian for 60 years, adored mother and mother-in-law of Melanie and Peter, Rebecca, Caroline and Steven, cherished Nana of Emily, Sophie, Lily, Oscar and Archie. Sincere thanks to the Medical Teams at Dunedin and Dunstan Hospital for their wonderful care and support. - A celebration of Denise’s life will be held in the Hawea Community Centre, 28 Myra Street, Lake Hawea, at 11am on Thursday April 3 followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to Dunstan Hospital Palliative Care Unit would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 163 Lakeview Terrace, Lake Hawea, RD2, Wanaka 9382