On April 29, 2026, peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton, with Bruce by her side. Dearly loved wife of Bruce for 61 years. Much loved and adored mother and mother-in-law of Greg and Pip, Andrew and Lou, and Jo and Phill. Treasured Nana Mary of Madeline, Ella, Grace, Siobhan, and Annie; James, Glen, and Scott; and Lila, and Albie. Loved great-Nana Mary of Te Ari’i, Tamatoa, Francesca, and Ryland. Special thanks to the staff of Rosebank for their love and care of Mary. Messages to the Francis family, P O Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A service to celebrate Mary’s life will be held in our chapel, corner East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Monday, May 4, commencing at 1.30pm, followed by a private interment.

