Margaret Mary "Mary" SIDES

FUNERAL HOME

Patersons Funeral Services

530 East Street

Ashburton, Canterbury

Margaret SIDES Obituary

Peacefully at Rosebank Lifecare, Ashburton. Aged 79 years. Dearly loved wife of Bill. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Wendy and Barry Bongard (Napier), Paul (Southbridge) and Andrew. Special thanks to Dr Diane Young, Shirley Harris, and all the staff at Rosebank for their care of Mary. Messages to the Sides family, PO Box 472, Ashburton 7740. A celebration of Mary's life will be held at our Chapel, corner East and Cox Streets, Ashburton, on Wednesday, January 14, commencing at 11.00am, followed by cremation at the Ashburton Crematorium.

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Published by The Press on Jan. 10, 2026.

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Margaret and Bill Lemon

January 12, 2026

Thinking of Bill and family at this time. Remembering the times we had at work and on holidays, forever in our memory.
We were pleased to have time with her recently.
Love from Margaret and Bill Lemon

Christine Harrison

January 11, 2026

My Deepest Sympathy to the family. I have many memories of Mary.
Thinking of you all.xx
Love
Christine Harrison

Perrine Freear

January 10, 2026

Graham and I have fond memories of Mary, a lovely gentle lady, when we were teaching in Lauriston. We send our loving thoughts and sincere sympathy to Bill, Paul, Wendy and Andrew. Perrine and Graham Freear.

Ann Woodham

January 10, 2026

So sorry to read about Mary. Have enjoyed meeting up with her at High School reunions over the last couple of years, always a quiet gentle lady! Sincerest Sympathy to you All. Ann Woodham

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