Affinity Funerals

Affinity Funerals Available 24/7, Affinity offers a complete service, with caring and nurturing at the heart of their approach.

From a music-filled service on top of a mountain, to a farewell on the family farm, we're here to help ensure that every service at Affinity Funerals honours the unique life of your loved one in the way you choose. Shared values of responding to the needs of their clients at a difficult time, giving back to their local community and creating unique memorable celebrations, has led to a ‘perfect mat

ch’ between Central Otago’s leading funeral directors Affinity and the region’s oldest family-run funeral business Campbell & Sons in Mosgiel. Affinity was started in 2009 by friends and Alexandra locals Janice Millis and Lynley Claridge after the death of seven close family members prompted Lynley to think about setting up the business. The merger began in 2020 with both businesses learning from each other and coming together with a goal to provide the best standard of funeral care across Otago. This has included upskilling staff, with additional training in best practices, hiring new people, streamlining administration, including centralising design and printing, and upgrading Affinity’s venue, The Cellar Door.

SUTHERLAND, Stuart AllanAt his home, in Wanaka on August 18, 2025, supported and loved by his three girls. Much loved hu...
20/08/2025

SUTHERLAND, Stuart Allan
At his home, in Wanaka on August 18, 2025, supported and loved by his three girls.

Much loved husband and best mate of Shona, treasured father, father-in-law and Grandpa Stu of Sonia and Trent Isaac, Hilary and Paul, Zoe, and Alex Jamieson.

A farewell for Stu will be held in the Luggate Memorial Centre, at 2pm, on Saturday August 23. In lieu of flowers donations to the Otago Community Hospice, who were amazing in their care of Stu, would be appreciated and may be left at the service.

Messages to Sutherland Family, P O Box 31, Alexandra 9340

In Memory of Connor Coster.A service for Connor will be held tomorrow, Saturday the 16th of August, 2025 at 1:00pm, at W...
15/08/2025

In Memory of Connor Coster.

A service for Connor will be held tomorrow, Saturday the 16th of August, 2025 at 1:00pm, at Wanaka Primary School. For those unable to attend in person, the service will be streamed live and can be accessed by clicking the link below:

https://www.youtube.com/live/j_iwZM-_ppk

MCKAY, Alan Stanley John, of Wānaka. Passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Thursday, July 31, 2025; aged 82 ye...
31/07/2025

MCKAY, Alan Stanley John, of Wānaka.
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Thursday, July 31, 2025; aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of Sue, father of Sally, Nikki, Ross, and Greg; and father-in-law of Fleur. Much loved Grandad to his grandchildren; Hannah, Toni, Hunter, McKay, and Chase. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Peter and Colleen.

Alan gave so much of his time to his community including SPCA, Search and Rescue and other community organisations. A great long life of adventures lived, and wonderful memories for the family to cherish forever. Many thanks to the caring teams at both Wānaka Medical and Dunstan Hospital for their wonderful care.

A celebration of Alan's life will be held in the Holy Family Catholic Church, 154 Aubrey Road, Wānaka, at 11am, on Monday August 4, followed by a private farewell. In lieu of flowers, donations to Coastguard Wānaka Lakes would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to nikwanaka@gmail.com.

BUNN, Margaret ElizabethPeacefully, of Arrowtown - surrounded by her family on July 16, 2025; In her 84th year. Dearly l...
19/07/2025

BUNN, Margaret Elizabeth
Peacefully, of Arrowtown - surrounded by her family on July 16, 2025; In her 84th year. Dearly loved wife of the late David, loved mother and mother-in-law of Debbie and Roger, and the late Neil, Phillip, Steven and Melanie, Susan, Carol and Larry. Loving Grams of Elli, loved grandma of Ryan and Jacob.

In lieu of flowers donations to St John would be appreciated.
A private family farewell will be held. An afternoon tea and celebration of Margaret's life will be held on Saturday 30th August at Merryfield from 2pm, 181 McDonnell Road, Arrowtown.

Messages to 219 Morven Ferry Road, RD1, Queenstown 9371
‘Mum, you will always be in our hearts - we are proud of you.

You have shown so much courage and strength. Much love from us all. Rest in peace now.’

HOWIE, John Ross (Ross) 3.4.1956 – 15.7.2025 Passed away peacefully in Wanaka with his family by his side. Ross was a lo...
19/07/2025

HOWIE, John Ross (Ross) 3.4.1956 – 15.7.2025
Passed away peacefully in Wanaka with his family by his side. Ross was a loving husband to Fe, incredible father and father-in-law to Cate and Jamie, cherished son of Prof Bruce* and Elizabeth* Howie, dearly loved brother to Pip and Jen*, a second dad to Matt, a much loved uncle, brother-in-law, and good mate to many. (*denotes deceased) His big heart, handsome smile, and quiet wisdom will be missed more than words can say.

A celebration to honour Ross’s life will be held in The Upper Clutha Rugby Club Rooms, 15 Mc Dougall Street, Wanaka at 2pm on Monday, July 21, 2025.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Aspiring Care Facility, Palliative Care Unit would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to 35 Sarginson Lane, RD2, Wanaka 9382.

PALMER, Frances Lorraine, (Francie), of Roxburgh. On 2 June, 2025, we lost our wonderful Wife, Mum, Mother-in-law and Na...
29/06/2025

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.

Francie's service will be available to view via live stream at https://www.affinityfunerals.co.nz/live-stream/

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

Social media has transformed how we mourn. From learning about loss through a Facebook post to creating digital memorial...
23/05/2025

Social media has transformed how we mourn. From learning about loss through a Facebook post to creating digital memorials, our grief is now often public and immediate.

While online support can be comforting, it can also feel overwhelming. There's no "right" way to grieve online—some share openly, others stay silent. Respecting cultural and personal differences is key.

https://funeraldirectors.co.nz/news-and-events/news-and-advocacy/the-impact-of-social-media-on-the-grieving-process/

McARTHUR, Wendy Isobel (G.G.) Peacefully at Aspiring Enliven Care Centre on May 11th, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Joh...
15/05/2025

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

STUART, Emma Kate. After a courageous battle, Emma passed away peacefully on April 25, 2025, at Aspiring Care, Wanaka, s...
29/04/2025

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. As a tribute to Emma please wear bright colours. Messages to 12 Wilkin Road, Wanaka, 9305.

For those unable to attend the service for Emma in person, it will be streamed live from our website. Please click the below link to view:

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

Modern funeral services are evolving with technology, helping families honour loved ones in more connected and meaningfu...
29/04/2025

Modern funeral services are evolving with technology, helping families honour loved ones in more connected and meaningful ways. Livestreaming lets distant family and friends attend, while digital slideshows, video tributes, and online guestbooks preserve memories for years to come. Tech can bring comfort, especially when thoughtfully integrated—respecting privacy, cultural traditions, and the emotional needs of the family. When used with care, technology can deepen the shared experience of remembering, grieving, and celebrating a life.

https://funeraldirectors.co.nz/news-and-events/news-and-advocacy/incorporating-technology-in-memorial-services/

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