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Hilary AMBLER

2026 · Canterbury

Died 20 August 2026Posted 30 August 2026

On Thursday, August 20, 2026, passed away at Elmswood Care Centre, aged 100. Dearly loved wife of the late Don, loved mother and mother-in-law of Mike and Cathy, Pip and Dan McCormick, and the late Peter. Loved Granny of Julia and Dan, James and Yuki, Alice and Matt, Daniel and Sinead. Loved Great-Granny of George and Millie, Amelie, Daniel and Isabelle. Thanks to the staff at Elmswood for their loving care. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Hilary Ambler, c/- PO Box 26051, North Avon, Christchurch 8148. A private family cremation has been held.

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Elmswood Care Centre

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