RUTHERFORD, Ann Beverley (Ann) (nee Cranswick) On Saturday 18th April 2015, suddenly, but peacefully at Whakatane Hospital; in her 86th year. Dearly loved wife and mate of Bill. Awesome mother and mother in-law of Peter and Lorene, Steven and Michele, Judith and Stuart. Adored grandma of James (UK), Cameron, Luke, Ben, Eve and Luke. "Thank you for the love, inspiration and encouragement you have given us. You have blessed us with wonderful memories." A celebration of Ann's life will be held in the Chapel of Willetts Funeral Services Ltd, 21 King Street, Whakatane on Tuesday 21st April at 11am followed by a private cremation. In lieu of flowers donations would be appreciated to EBOP Hospice, PO Box 275, Whakatane or maybe left ate the service. Communications please to the Rutherford Family, C/- PO Box 2070, Whakatane.

Published by The New Zealand Herald on Apr. 20, 2015.