Marlborough death notices & obituaries
Recent death notices and obituaries from across Marlborough, including Blenheim and Picton — updated daily. You can also submit a notice, browse Marlborough funeral directors, or read our guides below.
Sylvia WORDSWORTH
2026 · Marlborough
On September 13, 2026, at Cedar Manor, Tauranga, aged 90 years. Much loved wife of the late Ken; mother and mother-in-law of Kay and Paddy Edkins, Chrissy and Paul Campbell, Allie Wordsworth, and Dave and Sue. Loved Nanna to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Youngest daughter of the late Charles and Rita Cresswell. A private cremation has been held. All communications to Simply Funerals Tauranga, 20 Whiore Ave, Tauriko. info@simplyfunerals.co.nz
Janice WADSWORTH
2026 · Marlborough
Passed away on Friday, September 4, 2026, Christchurch, aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Walt. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Rose and Russell Rudd (North Canterbury), Andrea Wadsworth and Allan O'Loughlin (North Canterbury), Pip Wadsworth (Blenheim), Chrissy Wadsworth-Smith and Darren Smith (Auckland). Adored grandmother of all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and a wonderful eldest sister and sister-in-law to Reon Stratford, Sandra Stratford, Aileen and Norm Kopke, Pam and Stu Huddleston and Gary and Marilyn Stratford. Messages may be sent to the Wadsworth family c/- Sowman's Funerals, PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, a donation to Marlborough Hospice Trust would be appreciated and may be made to a/c 06-0601-0148609-00 Ref. Wadsworth. A celebration of Jan's life will be held at Nativity Anglican Church, 76 Alfred Street, Blenheim, at 1.30pm, on Monday, September 14. The service for Jan will be livestreamed and may be viewed at: www.sowmans.co.nz/upcoming-funerals
William SOWERBY
2026 · Marlborough
Passed away at Redwood Lifestyle Village, Blenheim, on April 18, 2026, aged 85 years. Loved husband of the late Pam (née Blundell). Much loved father and father-in-law of Mark, Paula and Adam. Valued brother, brother-in-law and uncle; and friend to many. Special thanks to the Oncology team at Wairau Hospital, Hospice Staff and staff of Oceania-Redwood Lifestyle and Care Village. At Bill's request, a private cremation has taken place, and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. Messages to the Sowerby family, c/- PO Box 4041, Blenheim 7240, or www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz
Allan KNOWLES
Marlborough
Service No: 81270, LAC, R.N.Z.A.F. On Friday 13, 2026, passed away at Christchurch Hospital: aged 81 years. Treasured husband of Christine and dearly loved by her family. Loved father of Kate, and Jen, and father-in-law of Stephen, and Andrew, and grandad of Jack, and Sam. Loved step-father of Vincie, Antoni, Sean, Justine and Nicole Billante. Beloved father figure to Sandy and a treasured dad of his fur babies Toby and Lizzie. A great friend, work colleague and citizen of kindness and love. The family extend their gratitude to Dr Colin Ding and team, and the amazing staff at Christchurch Hospital. Thank you all for your kindness and care. Messages to the Knowles family, c/- PO Box 11101, Sockburn, Christchurch 8443. The Funeral Mass has been held.
Diane TAYLOR
2026 · Marlborough
Passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026, aged 67, surrounded by family. Loved wife of Hugh for 46 years. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Kate and Tony Shadbolt, Marcus and Leanne Taylor, David and Kelly Taylor, and Richard Taylor. Adored grandmother of her beloved girls: Holly, Ashley, Florence, Greta, Indiana, Tessa, Maria, Bonnie and Isla. Treasured for her warmth and kindness, Diane will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers donations to the Nurse Maude Hospice would be appreciated and can be made online at www.nursemaude.org.nz/donate A memorial to celebrate Diane's life will take place at the Oxford Town Hall, Main Street, Oxford, on Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2.00pm.
Avon WARD
Marlborough
The family of the late Avon Joy Ward sincerely thank all who attended her funeral on March 27 and those who supported us in so many ways. We are deeply grateful for the expressions of love and care, the kind words of comfort and advice, the meals, baking, help with gardening, lawn mowing and laundry, and for the laughter, conversations, hugs and kisses shared during Avon's final months. Please accept this notice as an expression of our heartfelt thanks. May God bless you for the many kindnesses shown to Avon, George, and our family.
Ross MORTIMER
2026 · Marlborough
Passed away peacefully after his battle with cancer, on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at Christchurch Hospital, aged 65 years. He was surrounded by his wife Susan and sister Kristine. Dearly loved husband of Susan. Loved brother of Barry, Robert, Jane and Kristine. He was a much loved stepfather and adored uncle, great-uncle and Granddad. In respect of Ross' wishes there will be no funeral and a private cremation will be held. In lieu of flowers, a donation towards the Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.
Peter ROBINSON
Marlborough
Suddenly at home in Blenheim. Dearly loved son of Eileen and Eddie Robinson (dec). Loved brother and brother-in-law of Helen and Noel Miles (dec), Annette and Peter Siegert (dec), and John and Marie Robinson. A loved uncle of all his nieces and nephews. A funeral service for Peter was held in Fairlie. Messages to the Robinson Family, C/- PO Box 772, Timaru 7940.
Anne NEWCOMBE
2026 · Marlborough
On May 17, 2026, peacefully, following a short illness, at Wairau Hospital. Dearly loved wife of the late Noel, loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul and Sue, John and Katie, Nicola, and Kim and Tania, loved grandma of Bert, Lillie, and Serene, Tessa and Stephanie, and Anna and Edward, and great-grandmother of Florence, Maisie and Quinn. Special thanks to the staff at Waterlea Lifecare, Blenheim, for their loving and compassionate care of Anne. Messages may be addressed to The Family of Anne Newcombe, c/- PO Box 7103, Nelson 7042. The Requiem Mass for Anne was celebrated on Friday, May 22, at St Mary's Catholic Church, Manuka Street, Nelson.
Kelvin WEIR
2026 · Marlborough
Suddenly on Monday, March 23, 2026, aged 49 years. Loved and loving partner of Mellissa Pierce. Best Dad ever of Jackson, and Violet. Cherished younger son of Murray and Carolyn, and much loved by Geoff and Toni (NSW), Wendy and Vance Kerslake (Nelson), and their families, also Jocelyn, Janine and Jeremy, Amy, and Brian. A private family service has taken place. "Resting in our love"
William OSGOOD
2026 · Marlborough
Passed away peacefully, in the loving care of the Resthaven staff, with his loving family by his side, on Friday, May 1, 2026; in his 91st year. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Jean, adored father and father-in-law of Rhonda* Osgood, Raewyn and Peter Laughton, Bill* and Pam* Osgood, Allison Hunter, Peter and Tammy Osgood, Robyn and Clem Hill, Jeanene Osgood and Chris Campbell, cherished Grandad of Roydon, and Alicia; Hamish; Kayden, Jane, and Billy; Jessica, and Reuben; Dylan, and Lucas, and great-grandad to his 13 great-grandchildren. A celebration of Jim's life was held on Thursday, May 7 2026, at 2.00pm in the Gore RSA Function lounge, Bowler Ave, followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to Gore St John Ambulance would be appreciated and may be left at his service. To view livestream https://vimeo.com/event/5906502 Messages to Resthaven Village, 208 Main Street, Gore 9710. (*denotes deceased).
Owen DRYLAND
2026 · Marlborough
RNZAF D339667 Born 4.10.1935 Passed Away 1.6.2026 aged 90 years Loved husband of Diana for 67 years. Father and father-in-law to Catherine and Stephen, Mark and Nicky, Anne. Pop to Bethany, Gina, Sarah, Phillip, Liam and Gabi, Maggie, and Tate. Great-Pop to Eloise, Georgia, Kate and Sashi. Uncle to Paul and Jane. He had a good innings. A private family service will be held at a later date. Donations to Nurse Maude please in lieu of flowers.
Browse all 33 Marlborough notices
- Sylvia WORDSWORTH
- Janice WADSWORTH
- William SOWERBY
- Allan KNOWLES
- Diane TAYLOR
- Avon WARD
- Ross MORTIMER
- Peter ROBINSON
- Anne NEWCOMBE
- Kelvin WEIR
- William OSGOOD
- Owen DRYLAND
- Jean ATWOOD
- Nicole JAMES
- Margaret BREMNER
- Barbara MURRAY
- Adrienne MORGAN-LYNCH
- Kelvin WEIR
- Russell GIFFORD
- Leah GIBSON
- Graham DENNISON
- Bryan FITZGERALD
- Timothy REDWOOD
- Keith NIEPER
- Lloyd MAWSON
- Catherine FERGUSON
- Frankie HORSLEY-ROCHE
- David CONGDON
- Patricia BROWN
- Richard McLEOD
- Annette LYFORD
- Kelvin CHAPMAN
- Lynley DAVIES