On June 10, 2026, peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, surrounded by family, aged 92 years. Truly loving wife of the late Charlie. Loving Mum and mother-in-law of Keith and the late Christine Middleton, and friend of Sharryn, Raewyn (Raed) and Peter Robin, Lynn and Tony Worsfold, and Carol (Cass) and Rob Hughes. Cherished and loving Grandma of her 11 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Loved eldest daughter of the late Aubrey and Enid Cooksley and loved sister of her brothers and sisters. Messages to the Ashworth family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Neen’s life will be held in our chapel, corner East and Cox Streets, Ashburton on Thursday June 18, commencing at 11.00am, followed by interment at the Methven Cemetery at 1.45pm.

ASHWORTH – Enid (Need) Gertrude;
Much loved Mum of Lynn and mother-in-Law of Tony Worsfold. Cherished Grandma of Sarah, Luke and Katie, and adored great-Grandma to their children. A special lady who held a treasured place in our hearts and family. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered always.
