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PATERSON, Betty Ada (née Sycamore):
Passed away peacefully at Golden View Care, Cromwell, on 19 April 2026.
Loved wife of the late Ken. Cherished Mum and mother-in-law of Linda Whelan and Gary Belt (Alex), Donald and Sally (Lowburn), Jillian (Albany, Aus), Ken and Sue (Ruakaka). Treasured Nana of seven grandchildren and Great Nana of six great-grandchildren. Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Bill* and Elsie* Sycamore, Ray and Fay* Darragh, David and Coral Sycamore. Adored auntie and cousin to all her family.
A special thank you to the staff at Golden View Care.
As per Betty’s wishes, a private service has been held. Messages to 6 Lowburn Valley Road, Cromwell, or may be left on her tribute page at distinctfunerals.co.nz (* denotes deceased).
SMITH, Tony:
(Of Waimate and Lumsden). Passed away Monday, April 20, 2026, at home with his wife Eileen by his side following a period of ill health. Loved father and father-in-law of Nerissa and George Gray, and Rochelle. Loved grandad of Donahvin. Brother of Leon, Veronica, Donald, Errol, and Clark. Brother-in-law of Michael, and Denis Carran. It was a frustrating battle for him and he is now at peace. A graveside service for Tony will be held at the Lumsden Cemetery on Friday, April 24, at 2.30pm, followed by a time for a yarn and a drink at the Royal Mail Hotel, 151 Flora Road, Lumsden. Messages to: 9 Mt John Road, RD 7 Waimate 7977, or [email protected]
Acknowledgements and Memoriam's:
YEO, Beverley:
The tears in our eyes will wipe away but the ache in our hearts will always stay.
We miss you Mum every day.
Love from Pauline, Michele, Wayne and Justine.
YEO, Beverley:
9.6.1942 - 23.4.2024
Of all the special gifts in life however great or small to have had you as my wife was the greatest gift of all.
- Your loving husband Owen.
