Graham Albert MATTHEWS

FUNERAL HOME

Patersons Funeral Services

530 East Street

Ashburton, Canterbury

Graham MATTHEWS Obituary

Passed away peacefully at Ashburton Hospital on Friday, November 14, 2025, one day short of his 89th birthday, with his beloved family by his side. Dearly loved husband of Yvonne, devoted father and father-in-law of Shane and Brenda, Wendy, Barry and Ann, and Brendan. Very much loved Poppa and Grandpop of his 8 grandchildren and cherished great Pop of his 5 great-grandchildren. Many thanks to Radius Millstream and Ashburton Hospital for their love, care and support to Graham. In keeping with Graham's wishes, a private family cremation has been held.
"Gone to feed his sheep".
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Published by Southland Times on Nov. 19, 2025.

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Lynley Burgess

November 24, 2025

Deepest sympathy to Grahams
Family. Our father George McFarlane used to shear sheep with him years ago when he lived at Ryal Bush.

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