On October 7, 2025. Peacefully passed away at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton after a short battle with cancer. Aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband of Irene. Much loved father and father-in-law of Nicola and Andy Smith, Michelle and Steven Pike, and Angela Paterson and Peter Jackson. Treasured and respected Grandad of Alex, and Jackson; Kaden, and Abi; and Jade and Petra. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Bron and the late Allan Brady, Alan and Mary, and the late Ian and Heather. Messages to the Paterson family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Society would be much appreciated and may be left at the service. A celebration of Bill’s life will be held in our chapel, corner East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Friday, October 10, commencing at 10.00am, followed by a private cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.
