CROWTHER Hercules John. Passed away peacefully at Wakatipu Care Home on the 6th July 2024; aged 88 years. Loving husband of Gweneth*. Son of John James (Shorty) and Minnie. Brother to Mannie*, Pearl*, Nellie* and Winnie*. Brother-in-law to Alison and Mervyn*, Sandra* and Jack*, Carol and Frank. Father and father-in-law of Stephen and Donna, Mark and Meryl and Diane and Ken McKenzie. Grandy to Michael, Tanya and Eliot; Pop to Kennedy and Corban; and Grandad to Sheree and Thomas. Also great-grandad. Uncle to Robin Goss and Warren Scobie. Dear friend of Pat. A private cremation has been held. Details of memorial gathering to follow. Messages to: [email protected] * Denotes deceased

LUNN, Fay Margaret (nen Annan) - On July 19, 2024 peacefully at Ranui Home, Alexandra; aged 97. Beloved mother of Stephen, Philippa (Pip) and David, and wife of the late William Albert (Bert). Mother-in-Law of Jen and Steve, Grandmother of Dan, Richie, Maddy, Steph, Nick and Olivia. Great grandmother to Ollie, Hannah, Marlee and Elija. A good friend to many nieces, nephews and friends. Sharon and Maurice, Wayne, Brett, Suzy, Geoff, Julie, Sally, Becs, Glen, Ken, Q and Kerry. Also John and Jackie, Margie and Marie, Ava and Tim, Mara, Sally and Family, Dick, Jane and Bruce. - A Service to celebrate Fay’s life will be held in the Affinity Funerals Chapel, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 3pm on Tuesday July 23 followed by private cremation. Messages to [email protected]

STEVENSON Emmie Mary Died peacefully at home on Tuesday July 9, 2024. Deeply loved wife of Bill, much loved mother of Jeremy, Peter and Hamish, treasured "Mez" to Sebastian and Meila. A service for Emmie will be celebrated in The Lake Hawea Community Centre, 28 Myra Street, Lake Hawea at 1.30pm on Saturday July 13. Livestreaming at www.affinityfunerals.nz. In Lieu of flowers donations to St Johns would be much appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 4 Cascade Drive, Wanaka 9305.

GRIFFIN, Christopher John (Grocer Griff). Unexpectedly, on Wednesday July 10, 2024, in Queenstown: aged 69. Son of the late PC and Vesper Griffin, and brother of the late Wayne Griffin. Dearly loved brother of Micheal (Spike) Griffin, Barbara and Ross Millard. Loved Uncle Gro to Ashley and Ricky Rodgers, Jervase and Shaun Kincaid, Amy and Andrew Meikle, Tom and Ella van Bohemen, Lilly Griffin, Meg Griffin and Olly Dyet. Loved Great Uncle to Beau-harper, Maisie, Ardie, Charlotte, Marlow, Lexie, Willow, Ellie, Maverick and baby van Bohemen. A heartfelt thank you to Rex and Anne Duncan and the team at the Lakes District Hospital. A special thank you to the Foodstuffs South Island and the wider grocery industry for bringing such joy and passion to his work life. There will be a private cremation as per Grocers request, Messages to 20 Bell Ave, Cromwell, 9310 Giddy up, Gro!

THOMPSON, Bruce Stephen. With deep sadness Bruce's family shares that he died suddenly and peacefully at home in Bannockburn on July 9, 2024, aged 70 years. Carol’s loving and loved husband and best friend for 48 years. Anna and Holly’s much loved Dad. Tim and Chris’s father in law. Jarvis (deceased), Patrick and Eleanor's grandad. Jennifer Hudson's loved little brother and Grant's brother in law (Mosgiel). Bruce was loved and respected by his extended family and friends, and he valued being a part of their lives. Privately cremated, and according to his wishes, no funeral service. He did approve the idea of a tribute page and we invite friends and family to share memories or thoughts if they wish at this site https://www.tributes.co.nz/ViewMyTribute.aspx?id=20474. Private messages can be emailed to [email protected]

DOWLING, Gerald Francis. Died peacefully at the Maniototo Hospital on July 1, 2024, aged 88 years. Loved husband of Angela. Loved father and father in law of Rosemary and Mark Pettit, Phil and Jo, Andrew and Amanda, Maria and Chris O’Reilly, Brendan and Katherine, and Geraldine and Johnny Duncan.Grandfather of Henry and Isobel; Bailey and Maggie; Ellie, Thomas and Bella; Katherine, James, Mark,Tim and Liam; Bridget, Kate, Hannah and Hamish; Billy and Stella; Briar, Jock and Toby; and great grandfather of Leif. Son of William* and Mamie* (Naseby), brother and brother in law of Mary* and Harry*, Br Bill, Mike and Joan, Ray* and Bev*, Laurie* and Denise and Graeme:Tony and Heff, Rosemary and Matt, Pauline and Tim and Vince and Faye. Rosary will be held in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 2 Stuart Road, Ranfurly at 4.45pm, on Sunday July 7. Requiem Mass to celebrate Gerald’s life will be held in the Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 1 00pm on Monday July 8, followed by interment in the Ranfurly Cemetery.Thanks to Dr Verne Smith and the staff of Maniototo Hospital for caring for Gerald. Livestream will be available at www.affinityfunerals.nz In lieu of flowers donations to the Maniototo Hospital would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to The Dowling Family , 306 Bypass Road, RD1 Ranfurly, 9397, or email [email protected] (* Denotes Deceased) RIP

SCOTT - Frances Mary - Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 3 2024; aged 82 years. Dearly loved wife of Graeme Scott, much loved Mum, mother in law and Nana of Sarah, Jeff, James, Ruby and Lucy Sawers; Simon, Louise, Tom, Annabelle and Jack Scott; Margo, PK, Finn, Stella and Emerson Kennedy. A service to celebrate Frances’ life will be held in the Affinity Funeral Chapel, 143 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra at 1.00pm on Monday, July 8th followed by a private cremation. Messages to: 6 Craig Place, Alexandra 9320. Secondary Notice SCOTT - Frances Mary - 30.12.41 - 3.7.24 - Dearly loved daughter of the late Frank and Mary Clark. Loved sister and sister in law of Colin Clark (Hawea), Don and Marion Clark (Bannockburn), Tony and Sue Clark (Christchurch) and Richie and Margaret Clark (Cromwell). Loved aunt to all her nieces and nephews.

NYHON, Kelvin Daniel - Kelvin defied all odds and fought on to live a longer than expected life. He passed away, at Mossbrae Care Home on June 27, 2024; aged 82 years. He will be sadly missed by his loving family, Margaret, his wife of 59 years, and by his children and their partners, Carl and Ariane, Greg and Mon, Angela and Mark and grandsons Cody and Brayden. ‘Together as a team, we lived to fulfil our wildest dreams’ Clyde, Australia, Haast. Thank you to the management and staff and Dr Mawhinney who cared for Kelvin with respect and love. - A memorial service to celebrate Kelvin’s life will be held in the Affinity Funerals Chapel, 143 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 1pm on Thursday July 4. Messages to 19 Wenlock Square, Brooklands Village, Mosgiel 9024

Flint, Valmai Joan (nee Shields) -On July 1, 2024; in her 94th year. Darling wife of Doug* for 50 years. Loved Val of Don* Campbell. Loved daughter Tom* and Dulcie* Shields. Absolutely loved and respected mum, ma, mother-in-law of Paul and Gail (Australia), Donna, Steven, Viki and Brian, Margo and Brody, and Jason. Much loved sister of the Raymond* Maureen* Veronica, Theresa* Bernadette, John and Pamela, sister-in-law and Aunty. Nana, grandma, great grandma, and great great grandma to her 50 plus grandies. Friend of Jeff, Lynley, and Kenneth*, Phillip* and Bruce*. A private service was held on Wednesday July 3, where she was laid to rest at the Eastern Cemetery, Invercargill. Now in her forever home in heaven.

WARDILL Jessie Margaret (Maggie) nee Swinburn born Duke - Passed peacefully in her 83rd year at Ripponburn Hospital, Cromwell, on Friday morning June 21, 2024. She is survived by her 4 children, 7 grand children and 5 great grandchildren. A service for Maggie to celebrate her colourful life will be held in Affinity Funerals Chapel, 143 Centennial Ave, Alexandra at noon on Monday July 1, followed by light refreshments and a private burial. Messages to [email protected]

RITCHIE Robin Elizabeth Ann (Rob:Annie) -On June 21, 2024 peacefully at home in Wanaka surrounded by her family. Dearly loved wife of George, wonderful mother to George and Andrew, treasured mother-in-law of Rachel and very good friend to Gisele and her family, cherished friend and supporter of her five grand children, George, Edward and Harry; Fergus and Emma. A funeral service for Robin will be held in St Columba’s Anglican Church, cnr of Upton and McDougall Streets, Wanaka at 2pm on Saturday, June 29, followed by a private cremation. Donations to Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to P.O. Box 683, Wanaka 9343. Livestream at www.affinityfunerals.nz

SCAIFE Margaret (Marg) 1933-2024. - Passed peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones after a short illness. Loved, cherished and adored by her late husband Gid (Gerald) and son Paul. Greatly missed by her daughters Geri (Biddi) and Lyn, and very cherished by her partner Dave, all her grand children, step grand children and great grand children and sister Claudette, and Marg’s large family and many friends. Thank you to the wonderful staff at Dunstan Hospital and St Johns. A memorial service will be held in the Wanaka Districts Club, Plantation Rd, Wanaka at 1pm on Saturday, June 29. In lieu of flowers donations to Dunstan Palliative Care Unit would be much appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 3 Oakwood Place, Wanaka 9305. Livestream at www.affinityfunerals.co.nz

BLAIR/WILLIAMS, Joan (nee Grant), passed away peacefully at Dunedin Public Hospital with family by her side, on June 23, 2024; aged 90 years, eight months and 17 days. Dearly loved mother of Maurice, Pamela, Maxine, Bruce and Timothy Williams, loved wife of Alan Williams (deceased) and Ray Blair (deceased), adored by her family, she's a dearly loved Grandmother, Great Grandmother and Aunty to her family, a well loved local identity and friend to many many people of Central Otago and beyond, dearly loved sister of Frances, Richard, Jack, Bob, Tom, Bill and to her last surviving brothers Col and Sandy Grant of Coffs Harbour (Australia); A service to celebrate the life of this fabulous lady will be held in the Dunstan Golf Club, 1 O’Reilly Avenue, Clyde, at 3pm, on Thursday June 27, followed by a private cremation. Livestreaming at www.affinityfunerals.nz. Messages to: 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra 9320

STUART, Alistair James 5 September 1938 – 14th June 2024; Aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Patricia (Trish). Loving father and father-in-law of Greg & Mary (Omarama), Tony & Michelle (Oxford), Jackie & Grant (Hamilton), Alison & Murray (Australia), Nicky & Campbell (Hamilton) and fond grandad of his twelve grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Brother of Janet, and the late Margaret. A very special thank you to the wonderful team at the Maniototo Health Services (Ranfurly Chalets). - A service celebrating Alistair’s life will be held at the Alexandra District Club, 35 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 11am, on Thursday June 27. Livestreaming at www.affinityfunerals.nz In lieu of flowers donations to Maniototo Health Services would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Stuart Family, 12 Hardacre Place, PO Box 84, Omarama 9448

ASHBY, Colin John Passed away peacefully, with his family by his side on June 7, 2024. Beloved husband and best friend of Dawn for 63 years. Adored father and father-in-law of Kim (Melbourne) and Anne and Stephen (Bannockburn). Much loved and respected grandfather of Chelsea and Rylan, Thomas and Georgia; (Melbourne), Tim and Emilia (Auckland), Joel and Jessica (Alexandra), and doting great grandfather of Jude and Henry (Melbourne). A private interment and service for the residents and staff at Ripponburn Home has been held. - A celebration of Colin's life will be held in the Bannockburn Hall, 37 Hall Road, at 1pm on Wednesday June 26. Livestreaming at www.affinityfunerals.nz Messages can be sent to the Ashby family at 86 Felton Road, Bannockburn 9384 or [email protected]

HANNING, James Restell (Jim) Suddenly at home on June 11, 2024; aged 70 years. Dearly loved husband of Sheryll, much loved father and father-in-law of Fiona and Andrew, Jeff and Chrissie, loved Poppa of Amelia, Pippa & Ethan; Nellie & Theo. Beloved Son of Jeanette* & Russell* Hanning,  loved brother and brother-in-law of Bruce* and Margie Hanning, and Jill and Ian Mansell. Loved Uncle of his nieces and nephews. *Denotes deceased. A service for Jim will be held in the Affinity Chapel, 143 Centennial Ave, Alexandra at 2pm on Saturday June 15. In lieu of flowers donations to the Alexandra St John Building Fund would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 120 Hazlett Street, Clyde, 9330

O’Connor, Patricia Rose (Pat) of Alexandra. Peacefully at home on Tuesday June 11, 2024, aged 72. Dearly loved partner of Jim Pont, much loved mother, mother- in-law and Nana of Simon, Rebecca and Tessa Rose McAtamney, and Tim McAtamney, Mother of Clare. Loved and sadly missed by Jim’s family. A Service for Pat will be held in St John The Baptist Catholic Church, 3 Killarney Street, Alexandra on Saturday, June 15 at 1 00pm, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to Central Otago Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Special thanks to Rosey Gee, Central Otago Hospice and The District Nurses for their care. ‘A Beautiful Lady’ Messages to 9 Bantry Street, Alexandra 9320

Poole, Russell Frederick, of Alexandra. Our beloved Russell Poole has passed away on Monday June 11, 2024, aged 92. He is now reunited with his beloved wife Lorraine.Dearly loved father,and father in law of Laurence and Jayna, Stewart and Jackie, Judith and Mike, Richard and Emily, and Murray and Cherry. A much loved grandfather, great grandfather and friend. The family will hold a private cremation followed by a Memorial Service in Monteiths, Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 12 00 noon on Friday June 14. Friends and family are welcome. Messages to 173 Manuherikia Road, Alexandra, 9393

BLUE, Rosslyn Sheila Ruth (Ros) of Ranfurly, passed away at Dunedin Public Hospital on Sunday, June 9, 2024. Dearly loved wife of Andrew, loved mother of Karen and Stephen, loved stepmother of Jack, Sam and Molly, chrished Nan of Quinn and Benjamin; Ava, Zoe and Lyla, and Bruce, loved sister of Duncan and Mary, Claire and Peter, Malcolm and Helene, loved Aunt to her nieces and nephews. A service for Ros will be held in the Maniototo Stadium, 1 Dungannon Street, Ranfurly at 1.00pm on Thursday June 13 followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to Ranfurly St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to: 23 A Welles Street, Ranfurly 9332.

KILGOUR, Robert William (Bob), of Alexandra. Passed away unexpectedly at Dunedin Hospital, with family by his side, on Thursday, June 6, 2024. Aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of Esme. Cherished father and father in law of Victoria and Simon, and John and Aimee. Loved Grandad of Ben, Rose, Jasper, Lucas and Isla. A service for Bob will be held in the Affinity Funerals Chapel, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 12noon, on Wednesday, May 12 followed by burial in the Clyde cemetery. Messages to the Kilgour Family, 4 Hawkdun Place, Alexandra, 9320

LOTT, Elizabeth Rose (Betty) nee McPherson of Alexandra and formerly of Garston. Sadly left us on June 6, 2024 at Golden View Care Centre, Cromwell: in her 92nd year. Dearly loved wife of the late Ray, dearly loved mum and mother-in-law of Robyn and the late Brent Farrar (West Melton), Jude and Paul Rillstone (Clyde), Bill and Maureen Lott (Fairlie), special Nana of Jessica, Olivia and Courtney; Kate and Sarah; Ben, Josh and Abbey and Betty’s precious great grandchildren Mila and Lottie, loved sister of Jack McPherson. A service to celebrate Betty’s life will be held in St. Enoch’s Presbyterian Church, Centennial Avenue, Alexandra at 2pm on Tuesday June 11, followed by a private cremation. Livestreaming: www.affinityfunerals.nz. Messages to: 17 Chandler Crescent, Clyde, 9330.

ATTFIELD, Gladys May (nee Thompson) 25.09.1935 - 05.06.2024 - Peacefully at Ranui Home, Alexandra. Loved wife of the late Sydney, dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Earl and Bernadine, Philip and Lilli-Ann, Shona and Sonny, Avon and the late Dawn, Brian and Rocel, and Shane and Deb. Treasured Nana of 15 grandchildren and great Nana of 22 great grandchildren. Thank you to the district nurses, staff of Dunstan Hospital and Ranui Home and Hospital for your wonderful care.- A service to Honour and Celebrate Gladys will be held in the Affinity Funerals Chapel, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 1pm, on Monday June 10 followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations to Friends of Dunstan Hospital would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Attfield Family, 37 Hazlett Street, Clyde 9330

HAMILTON, Gordon Passed away peacefully on May 16, 2024 at Queenstown. From Arrowtown, formerly of Lora Gorge. In his 95th year. - Beloved husband of the late Goldie (Mavis), beloved father of Murray and Karen (Adelaide), Christopher and Neroli (Lora Gorge), Douglas and Ann (Christchurch), Susan and Evan Dennison (Arrowtown), and beloved Grandad and great Grandad to the family. - A service for Gordon will be held in Lake Hayes Pavilion, 1/ 791 Gibbston Highway, Queenstown, at 11:30 am, on Saturday May 25 . In lieu of flowers donations to Wakatipu St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Hamilton Family, 794 Malaghans Road RD1 Queenstown, 9371

Zoutenbier, Jacoba (Coby) of Alexandra, passed away peacefully at Ranui Resthome and Hospital on May 8, 2024, in her 98th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Harry, loved mother of Robert and Fred and their partners. Cherished Grandma of Ben and Alesha; and Rikkie, and Great Grandma of Rocco and Beau; and Arie. The family would like to sincerely thank the staff of Castlewood and Ranui Resthomes for their wonderful care of Coby. A service for Coby will be held in St Enoch’s Church,12 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra at 1 30pm on Tuesday May 14, followed by interment in Alexandra Cemetery. Messages to the Zoutenbier Family, 10 Marslin Street, Alexandra 9320.

BISHOP, Henry Grant (Grant) of Alexandra On May 4, 2024, at Dunstan Hospital, Clyde after a long illness. Loved by the late Koa and her children Mark, Kate (Coromandel) and Tim Cunningham, (Sweden) and sister Marion, Christchurch. Special thanks to his friends and neighbours for their friendship and care of Grant and the many acquaintances of Alexandra, he met whilst walking every day. Grateful thanks to the staff of Dunstan Hospital for their care of Grant. A cremation has been held. - A gathering to remember Grant will be held in Affinity Funeral Home, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 2 00pm on Friday May 10. Messages to Bishop Family, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra 9320