SMITH, Leo Pahl Peacefully on Monday September 16, 2024 at Golden View Care Cromwell; aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of Ursula, loved Dad of Martin, and Angela, much treasured grandad of Milly, Abby and Nathan, loved brother of Athol and the late Norman. The family would like to thank Jenny and Kevin and all the wonderful staff at Golden View Care for their loving care of Leo. A private cremation has been held. A memorial service to be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to Registered Charity haehaeata.org.nz would be appreciated. Messages to 23 Ferraud Street, Clyde 9330 ‘One of the Southland 59ers lining up with the rest of the team’

HAINES, Josephine Frances - Jo With broken hearts we announce the sudden passing of Jo, on Friday, September 20, 2024. Aged 61 years.Dearly loved partner of Alan Cutler. Loved daughter of Claire and the late Peter Haines. Darling sister and sister-in-law of Mary & Martin, Louise & Paul, Paula & Phil, Chris, Vince & Val, Sara & Ian; sister-in-law of Steve & Brigit, Margaret & Malcolm. Adored aunty of Jess & Bern; Vaughan & Fraser; Nick, Ben, Tim & Abby; Anthony & Loretta; Davyd, Joshua, Paul & Samara; Jackson & Summer; Eryn, Fiona, Raphael & Ace; Philip, George & Claire; their partners & children. A special friend and traveling companion to so so many, an inspiration to us all. Please join Jo’s family to celebrate her life in the Luggate Memorial Centre Whare Mahana, 51 Main Road, Luggate, at 11am, on Tuesday October 1. Livestreaming at www.affinityfunerals.nz In lieu of flowers donations to Forest & Bird Te Reo O Te Taiao would be appreciated and may be left at the service or www.forestandbird.org.nz/support-us/appeals/donate-forest-bird Messages to 48 Alison Avenue, Albert Town, Wanaka 9305, or [email protected]

JOLLY, Uttley , (Ned). Ned passed away peacefully in Dunedin Hospital on September 7,2024, aged 78 years. He will be greatly missed by his brother Morrison, his children Nathan, Seamus and Hannah, his grandchildren Elena, Finn, and Arabella, and many other friends and family. We will celebrate Ned’s life in the Wanaka Community Hub , 34 McDougall St, Wanaka at 2:30 pm on Monday September 16. Messages to [email protected]

Meyer, Quinten Charles, Contractor of Clyde. Passed away surrounded by his loving family on Friday, September 6, 2024, aged 75. Dearly loved husband of Sue, loved Father and Father in law of Kate and Craig; Carl and Caroline; Emma and Andrew; and Hannah and Rob. Adored Grandad of his eleven grandchildren. Loved Brother, Brother in law and Uncle. A celebration of Quinten’s life will be held in The Cellar Door, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 1 30pm on Thursday, September 12, followed by burial in the Clyde Cemetery. Messages to P O Box 41, Clyde, 9341

WILLIAMS, ELIZABETH ANN Peacefully at Aspiring Enliven Care Centre, Wanaka on August 26, 2024, aged 93. Dearly loved wife of the late Allan Williams, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Peter and Sara, and Margaret and Keith. Adored and supportive Grandma of Nicolas and Catherine, Renee and Miles, and Reuben and Sara. A loving GG to Victor, Francis and Valentine (Wellington), Eli and Marlon (London) and Celia and Elroy (Christchurch). Elizabeth led an active and fun filled life and leaves us with only cherished memories of her time with us. A service for Elizabeth will be held in the Wanaka Presbyterian Community Church Centre, 91 Tenby Street,Wanaka, at 1 30pm on Saturday August 31, followed by a private cremation.Messages to The Williams Family, P O Box 31, Alexandra 9340.

JELLEY William (Bill) James Charles. Peacefully on August 22, 2024 at Ripponburn Home. Loved husband of the late Raylene. Dad of Vivienne*, Shona and Kerry (Southbridge), Lyall and Toni (Luggate). Grandad to Heidi and Andrew, Jacqui, Roisin and Matt and Ciara. Great Grandad to be. Loved brother to Elise* and Victor*, Joyce *, Ken and Dianne*, Maris* and Lex*, and Charles and Nola. Friend of Maggie, brother-in-law of Ross and Judy, John*, Leslie*, and Keith*. * Denotes deceased. Thank you to Dunstan Hospital and Ripponburn staff for their care of Bill. A service to celebrate Bill's life will be held in the Upper Clutha Rugby Clubrooms, 15 McDougall St, Wanaka at 1pm on Friday August 30, followed by interment in the Wanaka Cemetery. Message to 647 Mount Barker Road, Wanaka 9305

Sell, Cecil William 24.5.1945 - 22.8.2024 Dearly loved husband of Margaret, loved stepfather of Ray and Tania, Donna and Chris ,Sandy and Shaun, and Leanne*, Steve and Racheal. Loved Grandad of all the grandchildren.Loved brother and brother-in-law of Beven*, Betty, Russell and Judy, Robert* and Alan* (denotes deceased.) A Memorial service for Cecil will be held in The Cellar Door, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 1 30pm on Thursday August 29. Messages to 171 Pukekowhai Drive, Queensberry Hills, RD3, Cromwell, 9383

ABSOLON - CURIN Smiljana (Milly) Tereza Born on the Island of Hvar in Croatia on March 29,1929 and passed away peacefully at Dunstan Hospital Clyde, on Sunday July 28, 2024 surrounded by her loving family, aged 95. Dearly beloved mother of Angela and mother-in-law to Roddy MacInnes, and eldest daughter Lorenza, much loved sister of Olga, Maria, the late Ante, Sonya, and Dusanka, loving Nana to Simun, Bernece, Emil, Jasna, Rudi and partners, pra Nana to Cruz, Sophia, Daniella, Kadence, Stan, Angelo, Kalani, and Niko, loving cousin of Mary Mihaljevich and Dusko Kosijer. A celebration of Milly’s life will be held in Affinity Funerals Chapel, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra at 1 30pm on Friday, August 2, followed by private cremation. Livestreaming is available at www.affinityfunerals.co.nz/live-stream Messages to the Absolon – Curin family, 143A Centennial Avenue, Alexandra 9320 Fly free with the Angels. Loved always and never forgotten. Pocivala u miru

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]

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

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.

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

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