Ward, Avon Joy (née McFadyen)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Avon on Saturday, March 21st, 2026. She is now together with her first love and husband, Donald George Ward.

Avon was the beautiful Mother of George, a treasured sibling of Brother Lance and Jilly, Sister Grace and Graeme, late Sister Mary McFadyen, Brother Seva and Sue, Brother Michael and Moira, siblings Israela, Marc, Aaron, Kalara McFadyen and Sister in laws, Lynne Corrin and Caroline and Colin Forfitt and loving Daughter of Mickey and Annie. Her happiest moments were spent with her family, nieces, nephews and cousins. A loyal friend to many, work colleagues and personal friends alike.

A special thank you to the staff at Hospice Marlborough for their kindness and care. In lieu of flowers a donation to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ would be appreciated and may be made to a/c 12 3030 0534226 00 Ref. Ward

Avon's farewell will be held at Sowman’s Funerals, corner of Hutcheson and Parker Streets on Friday, March 27th, 2026 at 11am. The service will be livestreamed and details may be viewed at www.sowmans.co.nz/upcoming-funerals

Close friends and family are welcome to visit Avon at home from Tuesday, March 24th to Thursday, March 26th between the hours of 11am and 3pm.

Respectfully cared for by
Sowman’s Funerals, Blenheim
Ph 03 578 4719 
www.sowmans.co.nz,
F.D.A.N.Z Member