On January 23, 2026. Peacefully at Ashburton Hospital, aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Alan. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Bruce and Robyn, Eric and Margaret, and David and the late Doreen Blair. Loving Nana of all her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Loved sister of Shirley Barton, Murray Trewavas, Paddy Colley, and the late Marie Best. Dearly loved friend of Susan Stratford. A Memorial service to celebrate Bev’s life will be held in Our Chapel, corner East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Tuesday February 3, commencing at 11.00am. Donations to St John in memory of Bev would be much appreciated and may be left at the service. Messages to the Bennett family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740.

