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.

HAWTHORNE, MariePassed peacefully, on May 23, 2026; aged 75 years. Beloved wife of Rex, mother of Blair, Squishy and Ali...
27/05/2026

HAWTHORNE, Marie
Passed peacefully, on May 23, 2026; aged 75 years.

Beloved wife of Rex, mother of Blair, Squishy and Alicia. Mother-in-law, grandmother, step grandmother and friend to many.

"The gracious little lady from Mitre Ten"

Please join us at a service to celebrate Marie’s life in St Margaret’s Church, Crn Ross and McBride Street, Frankton, Queenstown, at 2pm, on Thursday May 28.

Murray Roger Kirk – “Kirky”On Thursday May 21, 2026 peacefully at home, surrounded by his precious family, aged 52 years...
26/05/2026

Murray Roger Kirk – “Kirky”
On Thursday May 21, 2026 peacefully at home, surrounded by his precious family, aged 52 years.

Dearly loved husband and friend of Lizzie. Proud and “funny” Dad of Annie, James, Charlotte and Meg. Loved eldest son of Peter and Sue Kirk, and brother and brother-in-law of Graeme and La, and Rodney and Nic. Respected son-in-law of the late Bill and Judy Mason. Cherished brother-in-law of Biddy and Andrew, and Greta. Adored uncle of Rebekah, Hamish, William, Harriet, Molly, Zoe, Forbes, Duncan, Elsie and Clara. A special heartfelt thank you to Nic Norman and the Hospice team for their amazing care and compassion.

A service for Kirky will be held in WS Hickey Woolstore, Main Road, Omakau, at 2pm, on Friday May 29.

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

In lieu of flowers donations to the Otago Community Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Kirk family: 896 Glassford Road, RD 2, Omakau.

GAVIN, Nicola Mary 19.3.1963 -19.5.2026 Passed peacefully, at home in Wanaka, surrounded by family and friends. Dearly b...
20/05/2026

GAVIN, Nicola Mary 19.3.1963 -19.5.2026
Passed peacefully, at home in Wanaka, surrounded by family and friends.

Dearly beloved daughter of the late Des and Dorothy Gavin (nee Gordon), much loved sister and friend of John and Sonja, loved and respected Aunty of Mary and Sam Gavin, all of Queenstown. Loving partner of PC, friend to all and respected by her Tradesmen.

“Facing life’s toughest battles with bravery and grace is a rare and beautiful trait”

A service for Nicky will be held in the Upper Clutha Rugby Clubrooms, 15 MacDougall Street, Wanaka, at 1.30pm, on Friday May 22. Rest Easy Nicky

Nicky's service will be live streamed from our website:
https://www.affinityfunerals.co.nz/live-stream/

BENINGTON, Andrew Burton (Andy)On May 9, 2026, peacefully at Ranui Home and Hospital. Alexandra; aged 94 years. Loved an...
12/05/2026

BENINGTON, Andrew Burton (Andy)
On May 9, 2026, peacefully at Ranui Home and Hospital. Alexandra; aged 94 years.

Loved and loving husband of Betty for almost 70 years, loved Dad (Grumbles) of Stephen, Craig and Nanette, Julie and Graeme, and the late James, loved Grandad of Amy, Tyler, James, and John; Andrew, and Isabelle; and Jacob and Connor; loved Great-Grandad of Gracie, and Oscar.

Family thank the staff of Ranui for their dedicated care and support.

A Memorial Service to celebrate Andy’s life will be held at the Alexandra Bowling Club, 2 Poole Road, Alexandra at 2.00pm on Thursday May 14. In lieu of flowers donations to the St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at the service.

Messages to 6 Juniper Close, Alexandra 9320

GAWN, Roy Alexander. We are saddened to share that Roy passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 25, 2026; after...
29/04/2026

GAWN, Roy Alexander.
We are saddened to share that Roy passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 25, 2026; after a short illness handled with his typical pragmatic approach.

Beloved husband and best friend to Deb, treasured father and father-in-law of Claire and Eli, Simon and Olivia, Angus and Rosa, good friend to Tim and Gemma, Ben and Lauren, cherished Grandad, Grandpa and Wiri to Penny, Annie, Charles, Leo, Patrick, Otis, Mila, Billy, Lola, Fox, Rosie and Ned, loved son of the late Jan and Keith Gawn, brother and brother-in-law of Brett and Fay, Sheryl and Geoff, Russell and Karen, Kristen and Graeme, loved and respected uncle of Bec, Martin, Emma and Jake.

“The song is ended, but the melody lingers on”

A celebration of Roy’s life will be held at 193 Dublin Bay Road, Wanaka at 11am on Sunday, May 3. Livestream at https://www.affinityfunerals.co.nz/live-stream/

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Cystic Fibrosis NZ https://www.cfnz.org.nz/get-involved/support-us/ which would be much appreciated. Messages to 19 Scaife Place, Wanaka, 9305.

HASELL, Hilary AnnePeacefully at Ribbonwood Rest Home, on April 26, 2026; in her 95th year.Dearly loved wife of Gordon* ...
29/04/2026

HASELL, Hilary Anne
Peacefully at Ribbonwood Rest Home, on April 26, 2026; in her 95th year.

Dearly loved wife of Gordon* for 62 years. Beloved mother and mother-law of Sally and Stephen Darling, Alan Hasell and Lana Finch, and Alison Hasell*. Loved Nana of Kathryn Darling; Matthew, Scott, Brennan and Luca Hasell. Loved Great Nan of Bayley Hasell. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Allan* and Gwen* Burns, Gwen* and Warner* Harris, Ron and Gwen* Hasell. (*denotes deceased). Our heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff at Ribbonwood Rest Home for their loving care of Hilary.

A celebration service for Hilary will be held in the Roxburgh Teviot Union Church, 71 Scotland Street, Roxburgh, at 1.30pm, on Saturday May 2.

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

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Child Cancer Foundation would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Hasell Family, PO Box 31, Alexandra 9340

This Saturday, 25 April, we pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served, and those who never came home...
22/04/2026

This Saturday, 25 April, we pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served, and those who never came home. We remember them with gratitude.

If you’re able, please attend a local service, and consider supporting the RSA as they continue their vital work with veterans and their families.

The Otago Funerals Family proudly supports the following services (in order of start time):

• Omakau — Parade forms at Pitches Store 9:45am
• Mosgiel — Parade forms at 9:40am at the Mosgiel Memorial RSA, Service at ANZAC Park commences 10:00am
• Middlemarch — Parade forms at the Community Centre 11:00am
• Green Island — Service at the War Memorial commences 11:00am
• Montecillo Veteran’s Home & Hospital — Service commences 11:00am
• Outram — Parade forms at the Community Centre, 11:15am
• Green Park Cemetery — Service Section, commences 12:15pm

Lest we forget.

Donations to the RSA can be made via the website:
https://rsa.org.nz/support-us/donate

COWAN, Peter GrantIt is with heavy hearts that we announce Peter's passing on Friday 17 April, at home in his beloved Wa...
19/04/2026

COWAN, Peter Grant

It is with heavy hearts that we announce Peter's passing on Friday 17 April, at home in his beloved Wanaka.

Beloved husband of Melissa; father of Jess, Ethan, Reuben, and Fletcher; and Grandfather of Milo, Harvey, and Otto. Peter’s funeral will be held at The Venue, 3 Mountain View Drive, Wanaka at 11am on Friday 24 April

A livestreaming link can be found at www.affinityfunerals.co.nz Messages to oakwoodroad@xtra.co.nz

COWAN, Peter Grant Dearly loved son of Alistair, Alexandra, and the late Marjorie. A much loved brother and brother in law of Susan and Peter Jones (Gore) and Glenn and Denise (Rangiora). A loved uncle of Nick and Amelia, Cam and Tyla, Bridgette, Kaitlyn and Morgan and Georgia and Gus.

Gone too soon.
Fun and fond memories that will stay forever.

PRESTNEY, John Leslie Stuart (JP) 5/11/45 - 19/03/26Peacefully in the care of the Intensive Care Unit at Dunedin Hospita...
16/04/2026

PRESTNEY, John Leslie Stuart (JP)
5/11/45 - 19/03/26
Peacefully in the care of the Intensive Care Unit at Dunedin Hospital.

It is with much sadness we say goodbye to John. He is a loved husband and soulmate of Sharlene for 56 years, adored Poppa Bear of Debbie, and role model of Shane, much loved Pop to Aleisha, Britney, and Kyla, and Poppy of AJ, loved brother and brother-in-law of Robin, Jill and Neville*, Rodger*, and Lois and Terry. *denotes deceased.

A huge thank you to the wonderful amazing staff of the Intensive Care Unit at Dunedin Hospital. A big thank you to St John Ambulance Alexanda, Alexandra Fire Service, Dunstan Hospital, and the Otago Southland Rescue Helicopter.

A memorial service to celebrate John’s life will be held at the Alexandra Golf Club, State Highway 8, Alexandra at 1.00pm on Friday April 24. Messages to 19a Ventry St, Alexandra 9320

CARBON, Diane ChristinaPassed Saturday, April 4, 2026Loved wife of Richard, mother to Callum, stepmum to Philip and Anna...
07/04/2026

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

Messages to The Carbon Family, 3 Cooper Cres, Luggate 9383.

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