Died: 8th Dec 2024

Passed peacefully in the loving care of the Wyndham Rest Home staff on Sunday, 8th December 2024.

In her 104th year.

Beloved wife of the late Ralph (Ashburton).

Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Beverly Carter (Whangarei), Jeff Carter (Te Anau), and Stephen and the late Anne Carter (Invercargill).

Much loved grandmother of Amanda McFarlane, and the late Harley Greenbrook (Whangarei); Monique Carter (London), Chantal McLean (Burwood Station).

Great-grandmother of Emma; Zara, and Jack.

Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Sally and the late John Hannabus.

Much loved Aunty of Tracy Hannabus (Bristol, UK), Lynn Cherry (Brisbane).

Loved stepmum of Rowena Chambers.

Special thank you to Sally for her unwavering support, and to the wonderful Wyndham Rest Home staff (Mum’s “Angels”) who went above and beyond.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

Messages can be sent to 126 Dome Street, Invercargill 9812 or to Ruth’s tribute page at frasersfunerals.co.nz/tributes