COUTTS, Mark Gordon. Peacefully, at Dunstan Hospital,on May 3, 2025; Aged 72 years. Much loved husband of Shona, father to Jason and Devon, step-father to Daniel and Rodney, loved grandfather to all his grandchildren. Loved son of Judy and Garth*, brother and brother-in-law of Pete* and Annie and their families, nephew of Barbara and cousin to Judith. A family gathering will be held to celebrate Marks life, with details to follow. Messages to 192 Letts Gully Road, Alexandra, 9393.

SKEGGS, Sir Clifford George Peacefully, on June 12, 2025; Aged 94 years Much loved husband of Lady Marie, loved father and father-in-law  of Graeme* & Stephanie , Bryan & Michelle, David & Linda. Treasured grandfather and great grandfather. (*Denotes deceased) At Sir Clifford’s request a private family farewell will be held. In lieu of flowers, a donation to St John New Zealand would be greatly appreciated.

STEELE, Valerie Anne - Suddenly at Maniototo Rest Home on June 22, 2025; In her 82nd year. Wife of the late Keith for 60 years. Mother and mother-in-law to Lynda, Ricky and Devon, Anne and Murray, David and Carolyn. Grandmother of 12 and great grandmother of 6. Big thank you to all the staff at Maniototo Health Services. A private family service to be held at a later date. Messages to D and C Steele, 8625 Kyeburn-Ranfurly Road, RD2, Ranfurly 9397

BRINSDON, Patricia Marion, 22/12/1941 - 16/05/2025. Much loved by her family and friends. A massive thank you to everyone involved in supporting Mum during her battle with cancer. She valued each and every one of you. In respect of Mum’s wishes a private farewell has been held.

BUTCHER, Maureen (Maude) Frances, (nee Lysaght). Former Mayoress of Cromwell. Passed peacefully at Dunstan Hospital on Sunday, June 15, 2025. Wife to Duncan, Mother to Cam* and Kimberley, Reuben and Jaunita. Loving Nana to Finlay, Rosie, Lachlan, Jeremy and Brooke. A celebration of her life will be held for Maude in the coming months. “Her life was full of kindly deeds Always thoughtful of others needs Loving, generous, unselfish and kind A beautiful memory she leaves behind”

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

HUNTER, Daina Peacefully on March 25, 2025 at Golden View Care, surrounded by her loving family; aged 82 years. Much loved mother of Lisa and Sam, Craig and Heidi, loved sister of Laima and aunty of Emily, adored Nana of her grandchildren. Sincere thanks to Golden view Care for their wonderful care and support of Daina and her family. ‘Always remembered for her happy smile’ - A private cremation has been held. A celebration of Daina’s life to be held at a later date. Messages to Hunter Family, P O Box 31, Alexandra 9340 or [email protected]

HILL, Bartha Finna - Peacefully, on March 21, 2025, at Leslie Groves Home and Hospital, Dunedin, surrounded by her family; aged 84 years. Dearly loved wife of Graham*, adored mother of Andrew and Lori, John*, Philip and Marian, and Doug and Jennifer, cherished Grandma of Joshua, Caleb, Jessica and Taylor, Nathan, Rebekah and Dannielle, Emily, Thomas, Grace and Jacob, deeply loved eldest daughter of the De Bres family. (*denotes deceased). Safely in the arms of Jesus and at rest with Graham after a long battle with dementia. The family would like to acknowledge the wonderful care from all the staff of Leslie Groves in her last years. ~I lift up my eyes to the mountains-where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth.  Psalm 121v1~ A service for Bartha will be held in St Ninians Church, Kane road, Hawea Flat at 1pm on Friday, March 28. Livestream at affinityfunerals.co.nz

FAHEY, Ivan James Passed, peacefully, at Dunstan Hospital, 22 March, 2025; Aged 83. Dearly loved husband of Heather for 55 years, Dad and father-in-law of Owen and Shelley, Gavin and Natalie, Anita and Richard, Grandad of Alyssa, Tony, Joshua, Gemma and Daniel, brother of Eddie, uncle to many nephew and nieces. - A service to celebrate Ivan’s life will be held in the Lake Dunstan Boat Club, McNulty Inlet, Cromwell at 1.30pm on Thursday March 27. In lieu of flowers, donations to Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ if desired can be left at the service. Messages to the Fahey family, 44 Wishart Crescent, Cromwell,9310

COWIE, Janet Rosaleen (Roey) Passed peacefully, at Ripponburn Home and Hospital, Cromwell, on March 20, 2025. Roey was the much loved wife of Bryant*, loved and admired Mum and mother-in-law of Dan and Trish, Pat and Trevor Lister, Sandy and Nigel Nalder, Stewart and Barbara, Ian and Linda, Rose and John Wedlake, Bob and Deb, Jan*, Sue and Wayne Howell. Roey was loved and respected by her 22 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. (*denotes deceased) Our special thanks to Ripponburn staff for the wonderful care they gave our mum. A private farewell will be held.

BROOK, Rodney Desmond It is with great sadness, we advise that our dear Dad, Rodney Brook, passed away peacefully at Aspiring Care Centre in Wanaka in the early hours of Friday, March 21, 2025. Born on 30 November 1936, Rod was the dearly beloved husband of the late Fay Mary, much loved father of Stephen, David and Jackie, dearly loved grandfather of Juliet, Sophie, Jamie, Harry, William, baby Nicholas and baby Thomas, and father-in-law of Jacqui, dearly loved son of the late George and Laura Brook. Dad will be greatly missed, he had the warmest heart and endless capacity for love and good cheer. A life well lived, with an abundance of adventure, travel, humour and love. Among the many wonderful enduring memories of Dad’s life, we find consolation that he will be reunited with Fay and their beautiful daughter, Jackie. Our heartfelt thanks to the wonderful, caring and loving staff of Aspiring Care Centre, Wanaka. A Memorial Service to celebrate Dad and Mum’s life will be held at a later date.