Gilbert George DONALDSON

FUNERAL HOME

Patersons Funeral Services

530 East Street

Ashburton, Canterbury

Gilbert DONALDSON Obituary

On Sunday, October 5, 2025, after completing 90 well lived years, peacefully at Ashburton Hospital. Dearly loved husband of the late Evelyn. Much loved father and father-in-law of Bruce and Jasmin, Helen and Graeme Howden, and Neroli and Stuart Cross. Special Grandad of Seth; Angus, and Lisa; and Gregory. Very special companion of the late Rona Hayward, and friend of her family. Messages to the Donaldson family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Gilbert's life will be held at St David's Union Church, Allens Road, Ashburton, on Thursday, October 9, commencing at 1.00pm, followed by a private interment.

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Published by The Press from Oct. 7 to Oct. 8, 2025.

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Pete Reynolds

October 25, 2025

So sorry I missed this, remnants of Gilbert's years on his old lifestyle block still remain and remind me of him often.

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Ashley Nell

October 9, 2025

Please accept my deepest condolences

Ann Woodham

October 8, 2025

Sincerest sympathy to Gilbert´s family, such a talented man and generous with his time helping others! Ann Woodham

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