CARBON, Diane Christina - Passed Saturday, April 4, 2026. Loved wife of Richard, mother to Callum, stepmum to Philip and Anna. A funeral service for Di will be held in the Luggate Memorial Centre, 16 Hopkins Street, Luggate, Wanaka at 2pm on Friday, April 10. In lieu of flowers donations to Otago Community Hospice may be left at the service. Livestreaming at www.affinityfunerals.co.nz Messages to The Carbon Family, 3 Cooper Cres, Luggate 9383.

BAIN, Judith Ann Passed, after a short illness, surrounded by her family, at Dunedin Hospital on April 4 2026; aged 82 years. Dearly loved and cherished wife of the late Keith, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Ann and Alex, Michelle and Stephen, Justine and Gordy, very special G Ma of Karl and Rachel, Glen, Cara and Jack, and loved GG Ma of Emily and Madeline. Special thanks to the ICU unit at Dunedin Hospital. - A service to celebrate the life of Judith will be held in the Clyde Bowling Club, 11 Whitby Street, Clyde, at 2pm, on Thursday 9 April. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Otago Rescue Helicopter would be appreciated and can be left at the service. Livestreaming at affinityfunerals.nz Messages to the Bain Family, 24 Reid Avenue, Luggate, 9383

BELLETT, Colin Arthur On March 26, 2026 in his 88th year. Dearly loved husband of Mary and loved and respected father and father-in-law of Paul & Fiona, Angela & John, David and Fiona, Tracy and Fred, Donna and Dennis. Treasured grandad of Jordon, Georgia, Jarrad, Oscar, Amber, Darcy, Ramon, Bella and great grandad of Layton. Loved brother of Pat, Margaret, and Brian. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated in St Patricks Catholic Church, 7 Hertford Street, Arrowtown, at 1.30pm, on Thursday April 2. The service will be live-streamed at www.affinityfunerals.co.nz/live-stream/ Messages to: Rhodes on Cashmere, 5 Overdale Drive, Cashmere, Christchurch 8022

PEIRCE, Geoffrey Richard Donnell After a short illness, Geoff passed away surrounded by his loving family at Dunstan Hospital on March 14, 2026, aged 78. A passionate fisherman, gardener, baker & coffee connoisseur, as well as an exceptionally skilled carpenter, he leaves behind his well-loved family. Much loved husband of Janette, loving father of Penelope & Sam and loved father-in-law of Mike & Courtney. He was treasured by his extended family, and the Millers Flat community. A loyal brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and great-uncle to many.  A special thank you to everyone who gave support to Geoff during his illness, as well as his fantastic medical team across Dunedin Hospital, Dr Matt Born and the great team at Dunstan Hospital, and District Nurses Jane and Saskia. In accordance with Geoff’s wishes a private service has been held. Messages to the Peirce family, PO Box 31, Alexandra, 9340.

MAINS, John Albert (Johnny) On March 11, 2026 at Ripponburn Home and Hospital, Cromwell; aged 88 years. Loved son of Bert* and Eunnice* Mains, loved father of Ariki, Debra, Marama, and Kiri, loved brother of Lorraine*, Rick and Ros, Laurie, Gail and Chris Dejong, and Carolyn and Murray Pridham, loved Grandad of all his special Grandchildren & Great-Grandchildren. * denotes deceased. A private family farewell will be held. An ash interment service at Greenpark Cemetery, Dunedin will follow at a future date to be advised. Messages to 73 Howards Drive, Lake Hayes Estate Queenstown 9304

MILLER, Ewan Cameron, Peacefully on Monday March 9, 2026 at Dunedin Hospital; aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Edna for 58 years, much loved father and father-in-law of Cameron and Jo, Nick and Emily, and Duncan, loved Poppa of Aleisha, Hayden; Jaimee, Jessica, Fletcher, and Eliza. and Lucinda. A Memorial Service for Ewan will be held in the Wanaka Presbyterian Community Church, 94 Tenby Street, Wanaka at 1.30pm on Monday March 16. The service can be live-streamed at www.affinity.co.nz In lieu of flowers donations to St John would be appreciated and can be left at the service. Messages to 28 Greenbelt Place, Wanaka 9305 or [email protected]

HORE, Murray Stuart (Stuart) 5th generation Hore of Naseby Passed away at home on Saturday March7, 2026; aged 87 years. Much loved husband of Eileen, loved father and father-in-law of Allison, Susanne and Rodney, Phillip and Karina, Cathryn and Glen, Rayleen and Danny, Joanne and Peter, and Robbie and Jenny, an adored Grandad and Great-Grandad. A huge thank you to the volunteers of the Naseby Fire Brigade and First Responders for their support. In lieu of flowers donations to The Naseby Volunteer Fire Brigade would be appreciated and can be left at the service. - A memorial celebration of Stuart’s life will be held in The Naseby Town Hall, 28 Leven Street, Naseby at 1.00pm on Thursday March 12. Messages to P.O.Box 3, Naseby

MULLALLY, Helen Elizabeth (Finnegan) Peacefully, on Friday, February 20, 2026 surrounded by her family; aged 93 years. Loved wife of the late Graham (Gaffa) and sister of the late Frank Finnegan. Treasured mother and mother-in-law of Sarah and Andrew, Dennis and Sally, Sean and Nicky, Katie and Clayton. Beloved Nana Hells of her grandchildren; Caleb, Jasmine, Sheamus, Liam, Ben, Tom, Bridget, Jake, Eva, Georgia, Kaitlyn, Jonty, Archie and Luchia and Great Nana of Payton. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to the staff of Ranui Court Retirement Village in Alexandra for their dedicated care of Helen during her final weeks. - A memorial service to celebrate Helen’s life will be held in the Fiordland Community Events Centre, at 1.30pm, on Monday 9 March, followed by refreshments at the Te Anau Bowling Club. Messages to the Mullally Family, c/o Sarah Neilson, 24 Blackman Road, Alexandra 9391

WATSON, Ian Stuart (Stu / Stuee) — On Friday February 27, 2026, peacefully with family by his side, at Ranui Home and Hospital, Alexandra; aged 73 years. Loved husband of Paulette, loved Dad and father-in-law of Emma and Karl, Aaron and Jo, and Glenn and Lauren, loved Poppa of Ben; Ayson, Alia, and Hunter; Ava, Dani, Lyla, and Mitchell. Loved son of Melody* and Robert* Watson. Loved son-in-law of Margaret* and Charles* Chittock. Loved by all the Watson and Chittock families, loved uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Family thank the staff of Ranui for their dedicated care and support. Stu was a friend of many and will be sorely missed. “A trapped body released” A celebration of Stu’s life will be held in the Alexandra Bowling Club, 2 Poole Road, Molyneux Park at 2pm on Friday 6th March. The service can be live-streamed at www.affinityfunerals.co.nz. In lieu of flowers donations to Ranui Home and Hospital would be appreciated, and may be left at the service. Messages to PO Box 43, Clyde 9342

HALL, Karl - Passed peacefully, March 1, 2026; Aged 80 years Loving husband of Liz, adored father and father-in-law of Andrew & Hayley, Bridget and David, Sam, Christine, and Richard, loved grandad of Charlie, Ava, Scarlett, Louie, Billy, Rohnen, Rudy and Max, cherished brother and brother-in-law to Chris & Diane and John & Robert.“A battle well fought. A well loved man of the world.” - A service for Karl will be held in the Holy Family Catholic Church,154 Aubrey Road, Wanaka, at 11am, on Friday March 6.

RYDER, Freda Anne Margaret. (Formerly of Winton) On Friday January 30, 2026, peacefully in Dunedin; aged 94 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Michael, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Prue, Leigh, Liz and Jeremy, Grey and Debs, and Ben and Deb, grandmother of Erin, Maggie, Sam and Anna, Willie and Ellen and Henry, Nick, Angus and Alex, Tom and Monica, Georgie and Max, great-grandmother of Chloe, Archie and Maia. The family wish to thank Dr Andrew McLeod, Fred’s carers and the staff at Aspiring Retirement Village for their incredible care and support. - A memorial service for Freda will be held in St Columba’s Anglican Church, 167 Upton Street, Wanaka at 1.30pm on Thursday March 5, 2026. Livestream at www.affinityfunerals.nz. Messages to the Ryder Family, P.O.Box 31, Alexandra, 9340

COWAN, Bruce 4.1.1963 - 24.12.2025 Bruce's children Pagan, Rachael and Wyatt would like to thank everyone for their support after the passing of their Dad, on December 24, 2025. - A celebration of Bruce’s life will be held in the Cellar Door,143a Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 1pm, on Saturday, Feb 28 2026. Livestreaming at affinityfunerals.nz Classic car owners, please bring these along in honour of Bruce. In lieu of flowers please plant a native tree or donate at treesthatcount.co.nz Messages to the Cowan Family, 189 Boxall Street, Tisbury, Invercargill 9877

SINNAMON, Lionel Vivian (LV) of Omakau Died peacefully at home; aged 88 years. Much loved husband of Penny, father and father in-law of Graham and Dianne, Karen and Tony, Jan and Jerome and Grant. Grandfather of Becky, Dean and Emma, Ben and Georgia; Ashleigh and Michael, Matthew and Sara, Shaun and Isobel; Jacqui and Aaron, Samara and Kyle, Nathan and Lucy. Great-grandfather of Alfie and Ida. A celebration of Lionel’s life will be held in the Poolburn Moa-Creek Memorial Hall at 1.00pm, on Monday February 9, 2026. Followed by Lionel taking up residence in his lifestyle block in the Drybread Cemetery. All welcome. Livestreaming at affinityfunerals.nz

BOYT, David Anthony (PLANK-BOYT) On January 19, 2026; aged 83 years. Cherished companion and partner of Janine Plank-Boyt, loved father of Warren (USA), Gareth (Auckland), and Rhys and Justin (Invercargill).   Much loved Poppa and Great Grand Poppa to his many whānau. The world will be a much sadder place with the loss of this gentle and loving man. - A service to celebrate David’s life will be held in the Roxburgh Bowling Club, 3 Bewick Street, Roxburgh at 3pm, on February 8, 2026

MACKENZIE, Elizabeth Ann (nee Wilson) On Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Dearly loved wife of Donald, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Donna and Peter McEwan (Alexandra), Alan and Lynley MacKenzie (Timaru), loving grandmother of Nathan McEwan (Whangarei), Aaron and Lyn McEwan-Too (Rangiora), Jony and Kimberley McEwan (Wyndham), Hamish McEwan (Christchurch); Ollie MacKenzie (Timaru), Maddy and David Ready (Ranfurly), and a loved great grandmother of her great grandchildren. ~Safe in the arms of Jesus~ A service for Elizabeth will be held in the Cromwell Community Presbyterian Church, 10 Elspeth Street, Cromwell, at 1.00pm, on Monday February 2, followed by a private family Interment. Messages to 15 Kanuka Drive, Cromwell, 9310

KAHUKURA, James Cliff Passed unexpectedly, January 19, 2026, surrounded by his loving family; aged 62 years. Loved son of the late Hohepa and Henrieta Kahukura, loved and cherished brother, cousin, father, grandfather, uncle, great uncle and friend to many. Until we meet again. RIP. - A service to celebrate Jame’s life will be held at the Omakau Rugby Clubrooms, at 11.00am, on Monday, January 26, followed by burial at the Drybread Cemetery. Donations to the Able Charitable Trust and the Brain Injury Association would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to The Kahukura family P.O.Box 79, Omakau

MORICE, Leslie William (Bill) It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Leslie William (Bill) Morice on Thursday, 15th January, at Ranfurly Hospital, in his 86th year.    Beloved husband of Margaret (dec.); much loved father and father-in-law of Jacquie and John, Geoff and Janine, and Murray, and adored Poppa and Poppa Bill to Ollie, Lucy and Elliot, Eva, William, Penelope, and George.    A service to celebrate Bill’s life will be held in St George’s Anglican Church, 46 Derwent Street, Naseby, at 10.30am, on Saturday January 24.  Donations to the Ranfurly Hospital would be appreciated and can be left at the service.

WICKHAM, Leslie Benedict, of Cromwell, aged 80 years. Our dearly loved husband, father, father-in law, grandfather, and forever friend entered his eternal rest on 9 January 2026, at Dunstan Hospital. Les will be greatly missed by all those who knew him and whose lives he touched. A dearly loved husband to Carol, loved father and father-in-law to Craig and Leanne, Jodie and Stephen, Bruce and Anna, Blair and Anna, Shelley and Rhys. Much loved grandfather to Rachael, Malachi, William, Emily, Lily, Phoebe, Olly, Ruby, Ben, Sam, Sophie, Joseph, Timothy, Olivia, Fabian, Anneke, Baxter, Ingrid, Archer, Gemma and beautiful baby-to-be. The family wish to extend their sincere and heartfelt thanks to the specialists at Dunedin Hospital as well as the exceptional staff at Dunstan Hospital for their outstanding care, compassion, and kindness towards Les and his family. - A funeral and celebration service will be held for all those who knew and loved Les in the Cromwell Presbyterian Church, 10 Elspeth Street, Cromwell, at 1:30pm on Friday January 23, 2026. Livestreaming at affinityfunerals.co.nz In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Dunstan Hospital Foundation Charitable Trust. Messages to Wickham Family, 1 Leitrum Street, Cromwell, 9320

GRACE-LYN CLAIRE ROBERTSON (née Russell; formerly Everett) Our beautiful Grace slipped away at 4.00am on Friday January 16, 2026, at home, surrounded by love and music. Cherished daughter of Dot* and Alan*. Loved sister of Tom*, Willy, Daphne*, Jenny and Julie. Much loved mum of Sam and Kate, and Ben and Jaz. Gigi to Bodhi, Skye and her fur babies. (*denotes deceased) Grace’s warmth and care made her an extra mum to many and a treasured friend to so many. Now at peace, reunited with Kerry, who went before her. -A service for Grace will be held in the Alexandra Districts Club, 35 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra, at 2.30pm on Wednesday January 21. In keeping with Grace’s wishes, guests are invited to wear casual dress with jandals, crocs or slides. Donations to Hospice or the Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to Robertson Family, 5a Campbell Street, Alexandra 9340

BUTLER, Michael John With sadness we share the passing of Mike at home surrounded by love on January 3, 2026 after an epic and stoic battle. 79 years and 360 days young.A very loved and loving husband and friend of Bernie for over 30 years. Loved Dad, and father-in- law to Andrea, Patrick, Pete and Vicki, Karl and Bec, Dan and Kaela. A much loved Grump-pa, Poppa and Great Grump-pa to his 11 grandchildren and 4 great grand children. Loved brother and brother-in-law to John and Katrina, Pete*, Owen and Jo, Tim* and Beth, Maree and John, Anne, Pete and Annette, Jim Gerard and Huia, and Jody. (* denotes deceased) The family wish to thank the Hospice and Palliative care teams for their care and support of Mike and Bernie, and the team at Unichem Alexandra who made this journey easier. - A celebration of Mike’s life will be held in the Alexandra District Club, 35 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra at 11am, on Thursday January 8. (Mike’s 80th birthday) Messages to Butler Family, 7 Albert Drive, Clyde, 9330

LLOYD, Eleanor Clague: On Wednesday, 31 December 2025, at Dunstan Hospital. Loved partner of the late Eden. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Jane and David, Michael and Clare, and Jeffrey and Magali. Beloved grandmother of Charlotte and Bronwyn. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Charlie and Ailsa, Ainslie, the late Roger and Neroli, the late Geoffrey and Heather, and the late Richard and Paulette. A private service will be held for Eleanor on Tuesday 6 January 2026. Messages to 29 Stratford Terrace, Wānaka. In lieu of flowers, donations to St John may be given or left at the service.

HUBBER, David Malcolm, Suddenly, at home, on December 20, 2025; aged 71 years. Much loved dad of Mathew, Sharlie, Malcom, Jared and Adam, loved Grandfather of Cael and Kahn, loved brother of Nelson Hubber and Faye Blayney. - A graveside service will be held at the Glenorchy Cemetery, Shiel Street, Glenorchy, at 2pm on Tuesday, December 30. Messages to the Hubber Family, 83 Oban Street, Glenorchy, 9372

MCAULEY, Lawrence John (Laurie) Peacefully at this home surrounded by his family on December 25th 2025, aged 89 years. Cherished husband of Anne and loving father to daughters, Kirsten & Morven, late son, Alistair, son-in-law Peter Stevenson, and beloved Granddad to Rose & Louis McAuley Stevenson. Private cremation. Memorial Service to be held at Lowburn Hall on XXX at XXX