Affinity Funerals

ANDERSON, Hazel Mary (Mary), née Cook
Of Branch Creek, Cardrona, Wanaka. Passed peacefully at Leslie Groves Hospital, Dunedin early on Sunday morning, August 23, 2026; aged 80 years and four days.

Much loved and cherished wife of Raymond Eric (Ray) for 54 years, loved mother and mother-in-law of Isabella and Glen (Branch Creek, Cardrona), Barbara and Ralf (Carey’s Bay, Port Chalmers), and Natasha and Des (Branch Creek, Cardrona), cherished Granny of Jessie, Brianna, Jacob, and Caitlyn (Branch Creek, Cardrona) and
partners, loved daughter of Hazel Cook* (née Gait) and Thomas Ernest Cook*, daughter-in-Law to Eric William* and Mary Jane (Jean) Anderson*, and sister to Felicity, Helen, Thomas, and Stephen* cousin to Alan and Hazel Eatwell and Aunty to Monica Prescott, Ben Eatwell, and Morgan, Simon, and Lockie Cook.
*denotes deceased.

Much loved carer and caterer to countless cats, dogs, sheep, alpaca, calves, baby birds, and strays of any description. She will be missed.
The family would like to thank the staff at Taieri Unit Leslie Groves, and Lisa Barlow (Chaplain) for the care and compassion shown to Mary during her time in Dunedin.

A celebration of Mary’s life will be held in the Cardrona
Church at 2pm on Monday August 31 followed by refreshments in the Hall.

A recording will be made available - https://www.affinityfunerals.co.nz/live-stream/

If you would like to contribute a homemade plate and baking for the afternoon tea, please contact Barb.

Messages may be sent to The Anderson Family c/- Branch Creek, Cardrona, RD1, 9382

VOU, Janette Ellen
At Ripponburn Home and Hospital on August 13, 2026; surrounded by her loving family.

Cherished wife of Talaifiti, devoted mother and mother-in-law of Jamie and Paula, Sharon and Simon, Barbara, and Jason and Barbara, Grandma and great Grandma of all her grandchildren.

A celebration of Janette's life will be held in the Cromwell Presbyterian Church, 10 Elspeth Street, Cromwell, at 1pm, on Tuesday, August 18.

Livestream at https://www.affinityfunerals.co.nz/live-stream/

Messages to The Vou family, P.O.Box 59, Cromwell 9310.

NICHOL, Ruth Elizabeth
Peacefully at Golden View Care, on August 11, 2026; aged 68 years.

Darling wife of the late Ralph, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Lisa and Malcolm, Andrew and Cat, Emma and Matt, loved grandma of Kyla and Jackson; Ella and Noah; and Stella and Leo.

A service for Ruth will be held in the Teviot Union Church, 71 Scotland Street, Roxburgh, at 1pm on Monday, August 17. In honor of Ruth please feel free to wear a touch of pink.

Livestreaming at https://www.affinityfunerals.co.nz/live-stream/

Messages to The Nichol Family, P O Box 31, Alexandra 9340

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.

The service can be live streamed from https://www.affinityfunerals.co.nz/live-stream/

Guests are invited to a gathering at the family home afterwards. Messages to P O Box 31, Alexandra 9340

SYMONS John (Johnny)
Passed peacefully at Ranui, with family by his side, on August 5, 2026; aged 87 years.

Loved husband of Susan (60 years), admired and respected father and father-in-law of Todd and Jo (Brisbane), Tanya and David Glanfield (Dunedin), Kath and Jimmy Martin and Dave (Alexandra), Loved Grandad of Flynn, and Max; Ashleigh and Rich; Rosie and Mika, Daniel; Jono and Katie, Levi, and Peyton; Great Grandad of Ledger, and Arley; Elizabeth, and Amelia. Your handshakes, adventures and hot chips, will be missed. Special thank you to the staff at Ranui for their care and support of Johnny.

- A private service will be held, however Johnny will be home on Friday August 14, from 3-7pm, for those wanting to visit.

Messages to the Symons Family, P.O Box 31, Alexandra, 9340

‘Those golden days will never fade
To the realm of forgotten things
For those with a love of Centrals past
The voice of Central sings’

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.

Live streaming at https://www.affinityfunerals.co.nz/live-stream/

Messages may be sent to Kristi Read, 49 Marsden Road, Greymouth 7805, or Jessica Mackinlay, 44 Durham Street, Dunedin, 9011.

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

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 https://www.affinityfunerals.co.nz/live-stream/

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.

FOSTER, Shirley Isobelle
Peacefully, with family by her side on July 17, 2026, aged 100 years.

Wife of the late Raymond Robert Foster, loved mother and mother-in-law of Robyn and Neville Rawstorn, Russell and Jane Foster and the late Graham and Maria Foster, much loved grandmother and great grandmother.

In accordance with Shirley's wishes a private farewell has been held. Messages to the Foster Family, 6 Thames Street, Arrowtown 9302

MAYEN, Wilhelmina (Min) — On July 15, 2026. Passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, at Aspiring Care, Wanaka; in her 92nd year.

Dearly loved wife of Nick* for 70 years, much loved Mother and Mother-in-law of Henri and Diane, Johnny and Trudy, and Sue*, dearest Oma to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loving sister of Barry and Maria*, and a favourite Aunty to all her nieces and nephews. (*denotes deceased).

The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to Dave & Estelle, and the staff at Aspiring Care for their overwhelming compassion and support throughout Min’s journey.

A celebration of Min’s life will be held in The Holy Family Catholic Church, 145 Aubrey Road, Wanaka at 12:00 pm on Saturday July 18, followed by interment at Hawea Cemetery.

https://www.affinityfunerals.co.nz/live-stream/

Messages to the Mayen Family at 18 Finch Street, Wanaka 9305.