SMITH, Charles Glynne Maxwell (Glynne) Passed peacefully, after a short illness at Ranfurly Hospital, on October 8, 2026; in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Lynley for 62 years, father and father-in-law of Charles and Stephanie (Wellington), Philip & Janet, Becks, Jonathan and Fiona (Perth), proud and cherished Grandad of Finn, Lily, and Grace; Harry; Max, Ginny, and Rosa, brother and brother in-law of Baxter and Maryanne (Weston) Grateful thanks to Doctors Vern, and Adele, and the loving care provided by the staff at Ranfurly Hospital. A service for Glynne, will be held in Saint Hilda‘s Anglican Church, 16 Welles Street, Ranfurly at 2pm, on Saturday October 17. Livestreaming at affinityfunerals.nz Donations to the Ranfurly Hospital would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Smith Family, 18 Knowles Crescent Ranfurly or [email protected].

BENNETT, Gordon Francis 24 January 1949 – 9 October 2026. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Gordon Francis Bennett, who passed away peacefully at Ripponburn Hospital and Home in Cromwell. Gordon was best friend and Dad to Lorne and Nathan, father-in-law to Andi, and Grandad to Amy and Eddy. Beloved companion of Diane, Dad to Angela and Pamela, and Grandad to Robert, Ethan, Dominic, Zara and Talia. Gordon will be remembered for the love he gave, sharp sense of humour, and the special place he held in the hearts of his family. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. A service to celebrate Gordon’s life will be held in the Cromwell and District’s Presbyterian Church, 10 Elspeth Street, Cromwell at 11am on Friday, October 16. Family and friends are warmly invited to come together to celebrate his life and share cherished memories, as we pay our respects to a gentleman who meant so much to so many. Forever loved, forever remembered, and forever in our hearts. Messages to 5 Waenga Drive, Cromwell 9310.

BERRY Ngaire Margaret (nee Campbell) Passed away gracefully at Golden View care home, Cromwell Friday October 9, 2026; Aged 90 years Loved wife of Owen of 68 years, Cherished Mum of Allan (Jock) & Maisey, Lorral & Annette Adored Nannie of Camille, Daniel, Jacqui, Elyse, Tish, Caitlin, Ashleigh and partners Great nannie to Te Ariki, Bella, Archie, Adrian, James & Charlotte Loved and respected sister and sister in-law A special thanks to all those that who had the privilege to care for mum A graveside service will be held at The Cromwell Cemetery, Cemetery Road, at 11am, on Thursday October 15. Messages to Berry Family, P O Box 31 Alexandra 9340

Alexander Rowley Morris (Sandy) Peacefully on Thursday, October 8, 2026, in his 86th year, at Aspiring Enliven Care Centre, Wanaka. Loved husband of the late Sylvia, and loved father and father-in-law of Tim, Scooter and Nicky. A big thank you to all the staff at Aspiring Enliven for their wonderful care. A service for Sandy will be held in the Upper Clutha Rugby Clubrooms, MacDougall Street, Wanaka, at 1 00pm on Tuesday, October 13. Messages C/O 247 Mt Barker Road, RD2, Wanaka, 9382

FAHEY, Edison John (Eddie, Ed - formerly of Macandrew Bay, latterly of Wanaka) — Passed away peacefully but unexpectedly at Dunedin Public Hospital on October 6, 2026; aged 86 years. Much loved husband of Alison, cherished father and father-in-law & friend of Robyn & Chris, Wayne & Claire, Gary & Nicole, and Craig & Mel, adored grandfather of Emma, Calum, Katie, Ciara, Connor, Tom, Carter, and Hudson, and treasured great-grandfather of Ari, Lenny, and Raya. — A funeral service to celebrate Ed’s life will be held in the Upper Clutha Rugby Football Club, 15 McDougall Street, Wanaka, at 2.00pm on Monday, October 12. Family and friends are warmly invited to attend and share in remembering a life well lived. "Sail on Ed" As a tribute to Ed we ask you to consider volunteering some of your time to a local community group as Ed did throughout his life. Messages to 9 Totara Tce, Wanaka, 9305 or [email protected]

SCURR, Mary Diana, - Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and a whole lot of love, on September 24, 2026; in her 89th year. Dearly loved wife and best friend of Kevin (KJ), for 64 years. Precious mother, mother in-law and friend to Mike & Clare, Kate & Graeme, Frances & Martin, Bern & Trev, Rob & Nicki, Ant & Ang. Dearly loved and adored Nana Mary to Elle, Gen & Tom, Connie, Gretchen & Melody, Olive, Sarah, Sam & Tim, Jack, Henry & Robert, Billie & Tait, George & Chloe, and her great-grandchildren, Carter, Millie, Lloyd, Maitland & Sadie. A service celebrating Mary’s life will be held at the Holy Family Catholic Church, 154 Aubrey Road, Wanaka at 1pm, on Thursday October 1. Livestream available at www.affinityfunerals.co.nz Messages to the Scurr family may be sent to 101 Studholme Road, RD 2, Wanaka, 9382

DOUGLAS, Bruce Harry Passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on September 22, 2026, aged 70. Dearly loved husband of Meryn, much loved father and father-in-law of Jane, Ben, Hayley and Lindsay, treasured grandfather of Mackenzie. Loved brother, brother-in-law of Pam & Chris Read, John, Bob & Coral Douglas, Sue & Gerry Molyneux and the late Jim Douglas. Loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews and friend to many. A special thanks to those who provided care for him during his illness. A celebration of Bruce's life will be held at the Glenorchy Hall, Mull Street, Glenorchy, at 2pm on Monday, September 28, 2026. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Glenorchy Volunteer Fire Brigade and Glenorchy First Response would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Livestreaming at www.affinityfunerals.co.nz. Messages to the Douglas Family, PO Box 37, Glenorchy 9350.

Nevill, Nola Margaret It is with broken hearts that we let you know Nola passed peacefully at home, in the loving care of her family, on 14 September 2026, aged 79 years. A loved and treasured wife of the late Geoff, Mum and Mother-in-law of Russell and Lisa, Carol and Phil, Lauren and Stefan. An adored Gran of Darcy and Jed, Duncan and Zoe, and Lucca and Caleb. A special friend to Edward. A memorial service to celebrate Nola’s life will be held at The Alexandra District Club, 11am, on Friday 18 September 2026. For those who aren’t able to make Nola’s service, Livestreaming is available at affinityfunerals.co.nz In lieu of flowers, donations towards the Palliative Care Unit, Vincent Ward, Dunstan Hospital and can be left at the service. Messages to 4 Mayfair Grove, Alexandra 9320.

JEPSON, Mavis Doreen August 1930 - September 2026 Wife of the late Barry, mother of Ken and Fiona (Australia) and Ray (Wanaka), Grandma of Rachael, Neil, Emma, Andrea, Megan and Hannah, Great Grandma to nine and Great Great Grandma to one. Mavis passed peacefully at Aspiring care following a short illness at the age of 96. A private family service has taken place. Much loved and forever missed.

HOOGHART, Pearl Rosa, - Passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday September 3, 2026; aged 84 years.  Dearly loved wife of the late John, precious mother and friend to Alida and Richard, Leonie and Ollie, Janette and Mitch, Robyn and former mother-in-law of Rick. Dearly loved and adored Gran to Ollie, Rosa, Tiffany and Ryan, Liam, Luke, Alex and Max.  Special thanks to Meredith at Access Health, Lincoln Medical Centre, Lincoln Selwyn Community Pharmacy and Gynae/Oncology team at Christchurch Hospital.  A farewell service will be held at St Enoch's Church, 12 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra at 12.30pm, on Thursday September 10. Livestreaming at www.affinityfunerals.co.nz In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be left at the service.

SILVEIRA, Peter William Passed peacefully at Dunstan Hospital, on August 29, 2026; Aged 64 years. Dearly loved partner of Tracy, and much-loved Dad of Ash. A cherished member of the Silveira family and a good friend to many. A service to celebrate Peter's life will be held at The Cellar Door, 143 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 2pm, on Saturday, September 5, 2026. Livestreaming at affinityfunerals.nz In lieu of flowers, donations to Dunstan Hospital would be appreciated. Messages to the Silveira Family, PO Box 31, Alexandra 9340 or email [email protected]

CONNELL, Henry Passed away peacefully on Tuesday August 4, 2026; Aged 74 years. Much loved husband of Philippa, dearly loved father of Sarah, Charles and Lucy, and adored Poppa of Arthur, Edward and George. He will be remembered for his quick wit, storytelling and a remarkable medical career that helped so many. A celebration of Henry's life will be held at the Wanaka Community Hub, 34 McDougall Street, Wānaka, at 3pm, on Saturday August 15. Guests are invited to a gathering at the family home afterwards. Messages to P O Box 31, Alexandra 9340

EASTON, Raeleen Joyce (Rae) (née Hutchison, formerly White) Passed away peacefully on July 31, 2026; aged 65 years. Cherished and much-loved mother and mother-in-law of Kristi and Chris Read (Greymouth), Jessica and Matt Mackinlay (Dunedin), and the late Erica Rae White, adored Raema and Nanny of Henry, Samson, Lottie, and Ava, dearly loved daughter of the late Bob and Gay Hutchison, loved sister and sister-in-law of Helen and Ken Dynes (Wanaka), Kevin and Carolyn Hutchison (Dunedin), and treasured Aunty of all her nieces and nephew, now reunited with her much-loved dogs, Rupert, and Paddy. A special acknowledgement and heartfelt thanks to the staff of Te Nikau Hospital,Greymouth, Christchurch Oncology and Cancer Society, Greymouth A memorial service to celebrate Rae's life will be held in the Alexandra Bowling Club, 2 Poole Road, Alexandra, at 1pm, on Saturday, August 8. Rae requested everyone to wear bright colours in her memory. Livestreaming at www.affinityfunerals.co.nz Messages may be sent to Kristi Read, 49 Marsden Road, Greymouth 7805, or Jessica Mackinlay, 44 Durham Street, Dunedin, 9011.

DIREEN, Kevin Richard (“Big K”) 09.03.1953 - 02.08.2026 Died at home in Hannah’s Clearing, Haast. Dearly loved husband of Elaine (Ellie), loved son of the late Monica and Dick, loved brother of Mike, Brian, Marie, and the late Catherine, loved Stepdad of Jodi, Andrew, and Lisa, loved Poppy to Taylah, and Scott, a loved brother-in-law, nephew, and cousin, and a good mate to many. — K has been privately cremated as per his wishes. In lieu of flowers a donation to St John Ambulance would be appreciated and can be made at www.lighttheway.org.nz Messages to Elaine Direen at P.O.Box 111, Haast 7886 or via Facebook Messenger.

JORY, Richard Samuel (Dick) -- It is with sadness that we share the passing of Dick on Thursday July 23, 2026. Loved husband of Dawn for almost 70 years, father and father-in-law of Steven, Phillip and Sally, and Richard and Jo, a proud grandfather of his six grandchildren and the late Rebecca, and his three great-grandchildren. Psalm 45:2 "You are the most excellent of men and your lips have been anointed with grace, since God has blessed you forever" Special thanks to Linda Buckley, David and Denise Galvin, Ranui Rest Home, Teviot Rest Home, Highland Pharmacy, and St John Ambulance. -- A service to celebrate Dick's life will be held in the Roxburgh Baptist Church, 26 Scotland Street, Roxburgh at 1.00pm on Tuesday August 4. In lieu of flowers donations to St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Jory Family c/- 4 Chapple Street, Alexandra, 9320

WALLER, Brian Arthur, of Cromwell Died at home August 4, 2026, aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Gwendoline. Loved father of Mark and his partner Michelle, and Lynne. Loved step-father of Paul and Jacquie Maydon, Nicholas Maydon (deceased), Kirsten Maydon (deceased). Much loved grandfather of Fleur Maydon.  Loved brother-in-law and uncle of Dorothy Page and Judith Page. As per Brian’s wishes a private memorial will be held at a later date. Messages to The Waller Family, P O Box 31, Alexandra, 9340. Rest in peace Dad/Granddad. We will miss you.

SLOAN - Andrew John Passed away peacefully on Saturday July 25, 2026 Surrounded by love. 47 years young, after an incredibly courageous and brave battle. Forever loved by Cherie, Oscar, Charlie and Harry - Andrew's three little (not so little) monkeys. A loved son, son-in law, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and a treasured friend and inspiration to so many. Our sincerest thanks to Aspiring Care for their love and care given to Andrew. Our deepest gratitude to the huge medical team that has cared and supported Andrew and our families. To Andrew's Neurosurgeon, Mr Taha, there's not enough words to express our deep appreciation for your care, skills, and compassion. Thank you for giving our family eight more years of memories. A celebration of Andrew's life will be held at Lake Hawea Station, 22 Timaru Creek Road, at 1pm, on Saturday August 1. As this will be outdoors, please wrap up warm and bring a blanket! Finally, the biggest thank you goes to Andrew - Thank you for never giving up. Rest with love x 'Be the best version of yourself, every day, always'

OWENS, Andrew (Jess) Roy - It is the saddest of times for our Whanau. Jess died suddenly due to a medical event in Ranfurly on Monday July 20, 2026, whilst walking his beloved Reiko. Beloved husband of Donna, father to Mackenzie, Charlie and Ella. Son of Dave (deceased) and Avril and stepson of Angela. Brother of Matthew. Much loved nephew, cousin, brother-in-law friend and role model to many. Thank you to the wider community for your incredible support. We are devastated and our hearts will be forever broken. Thank you to St John and Ranfurly Fire Brigade, Anne and Lynette you will be forever our heroes. A service for Jess will be held in the Maniototo Stadium, Ranfurly, at 1300hrs, on Tuesday July 28. Livestreaming at affinityfunerals.co.nz In lieu of flowers donations to Hato Hone St John would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Service uniforms and medals welcome.

SMYTH, Carol Anne - On July 26, 2026 peacefully at Golden View Care, Cromwell. Loved wife of the late Colin, loved mother and mother-in-law of Kaye and Arnold (Wanaka), Jo and Rob (Cromwell), Tony and Cathy (Christchurch), loved Nana of her grandchildren Jolanda & Jared, Jordan & Harley, Matt & Dylan. Heartfelt thanks to the staff of Golden View Care. A private farewell has been held. Messages to Smyth Family, c/- P O Box 31, Alexandra 9340

SIM, Ivan Rae, -- Peacefully on Friday July 10, 2026, at Ranui Home and Hospital; in his 97th year. Loved and loving husband of the late Jo, loved Dad of Greg, Tony and Liz, Susanna and Tim, Deborah and Ivan, Angela and Ivan, Alex and Marissa, and fond father-in-law of the late Rosco, loved Grandad and Great-Grandad of all his Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren, and a loved brother and brother-in-law of Evelyn and Les. RIP -- A service for Ivan will be held in St John the Baptist Catholic Church, 3 Killarney Street, Alexandra at 11.00am on Friday July 24, followed by burial at Alexandra Cemetery. The service will be livestreamed at www.affinityfunerals.co.nz. Flowers respectfully declined. Messages to 571b Crawford Hills Road, Galloway 9387.