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Selwyn Times Wednesday October 14 2020 6 NEWS Tributes flow after Get your Tickets Now SELLING FAST www.selwynsounds.co.nz sudden death of Canterbury doctor • By Chris Barclay CANTERBURY’S medical community is in mourning alongside scores of former and current patients cared for by leading haematologist Dr Mark Smith. The 58-year-old, who died suddenly from a medical event, was farewelled on October 2, though the tributes continue to flow for the influential haematology consultant at the Canterbury District Health Board. Kim Shields Tupou encapsulated the depth of gratitude felt among families touched by Smith’s empathy and professionalism in a message she wrote to him online. “My father Joseph has been a patient of yours since his initial diagnoses of multiple myeloma 12 years ago. You have guided, supported, been kind and compassionate and used your vast knowledge and expertise in your treatment and management of dad. “When we were first told of his prognosis, we were completely devastated and we did not think RESPECTED: Dr Mark Smith died suddenly on September 24. for one minute that we would be blessed enough for him to beat so many odds, have periods of being well and for him to be still with us 12 years later. “In this time, because of you and the wonderful staff that support you, our family has had so much fun, we have laughed, travelled, cried, loved and made so many beautiful memories to treasure. I want to thank you for making these blessings possible.” Lisa Webber also wrote from a patient’s perspective when she added: “I feel so privileged to have been Mark’s patient for over a 10 year time span. “He helped me significantly during the identification of an unexpected blood disorder, and guided me safely throughout three precious pregnancies, and post natal recovery time. “At all times, Mark was always open, kind, accessible and compassionate. I will always be so grateful for his care, guidance and patience.” Smith, who died on September 24, started his haematology training in Christchurch in 1991 with a particular interest in bleeding and clotting. He qualified as a specialist in 1995 and soon after he was appointed to his first consultant post at and Guy’s and St Thomas’ hospital in London, where he eventually became clinical director before returning to Christchurch in 2002. Long-term colleague Peter Ganley said Smith left an enviable legacy and a massive void. “Just as blood flows throughout every part of the body, no part of health is untouched by haematology. Mark’s mana and influence has flowed far beyond our department, into all of medicine and surgery into primary and secondary care,” he said. “When you work with someone every day for many years you will know exactly their value. When something fell over, when we had an earthquake, when we had the atrocity at the mosque, when Covid struck, Mark, to paraphrase loosely, could keep his head when everyone about was losing theirs.” Karl Archibald, vice-president of the Haemophilia Foundation of New Zealand, was also a patient of Smith, who was an avid athlete. “Clinics with Mark would be patient-focused, followed by tales of his recent running triumphs or trips,” he said. “As a strong and considered clinical advocate in the national and international bleeding disorders community, Mark leaves a legacy that has raised the standard of care for all.” Smith, who was planning to run the Queenstown marathon on November 21, is survived by his wife Cathy and children Torin and Zoe. The long weekend, sorted CHURCH ROAD Chardonnay 750ml Excludes all other varietals HOT DEAL! $ 12 99 each THE NED Sauvignon Blanc 750ml Excludes all other varietals HOT DEAL! $ 21 99 DANIEL LE BRUN NV 750ml 2 for $ 20 Single Bottle $10.99 WOLF BLASS YELLOW LABEL or CLEARWATER COVE Ranges 750ml 2 for $ 69 Single Bottle $36.99 International GIN & TONIC DAY SIGN OFF MONDAY 19 TH OCTOBER IN STYLE HOT DEAL! $ 34 99 $39 99 HOT DEAL! HEINEKEN 12 x 330ml Bottles $ 24 99 STEINLAGER CLASSIC or STEINLAGER PURE 24 x 330ml Bottles each $ 39 99 SMIRNOFF ICE DOUBLE BLACK & GUARANA 12 x 250ml Cans, 7% EL JIMADOR Reposado, GORDON’S Pink or JACK DANIEL’S 700ml GORDON’S, SMIRNOFF RED NO.21 1 Litre Also available: El Jimador Silver, Jack Daniel's Tennessee Fire, Tennessee Honey THE FAMOUS GROUSE 1 Litre BACARDÍ Carta Blanca 1 Litre Also available: Oro Gold, Oakheart Spiced $ 24 99 Shop local with AMBERLEY, BARRINGTON, BELFAST, BRIGHTON, BURNSIDE, COLOMBO ST, EDGEWARE, ELMWOOD, FERRYMEAD, HALSWELL, HANMER SPRINGS, HORNBY, ILAM, KAIAPOI, LEESTON, LINCOLN, OXFORD, PAPANUI, PEGASUS, SEASIDE Offers end close of trade 1st November 2020, while stocks last. Available at participating stores only. Multi Deal only available in store. Varietals may vary by store. Limits may apply. Wholesale (other liquor retail banners) not supplied. Terms and conditions may apply. Available 12th October - 1st November 2020 inclusive. Please see www.superliquor.co.nz for details. superliquor.co.nz SUP2016_C15
Wednesday October 14 2020 Selwyn Times • By Devon Bolger and Matt Slaughter THE LEESTON Volunteer Fire Brigade chief has stepped down from his role. Lloyd Clausen, who has been firefighting at the station for 51 years, and chief for five-anda-half, will now move into an operational support role for the brigade. He said he still plans on fighting fires when needed, as well as being a mentor for fellow members. He said his new role will give him more time to spend with his family, especially his three grandchildren. He will also now be able to focus on his role as a volunteer at Leeston learners’ pool. “I’ve got probably more time with the grandkids actually, to be fair. So that’s probably a biggie,’’ Clausen said. “We’ve got a wee learners’ pool out in Leeston. I’ve got four helpers and we run that over the summer months. “It’s so important that kids get the chance to learn to swim and get comfortable in the water.” Clausen will also continue his administration role organising property maintenance for St John facilities in Leeston and Rolleston. Clausen began firefighting in 1969 at the age of 15 and worked his way up the ranks from station officer, deputy, and then to chief fire officer. Some of his most memorable jobs over the years were a fire at a Leeston farm on Waitangi Day 1990 that went on for more than a month. The fire did not spread to any properties thanks to the firefighting effort. He also assisted in Christchurch after the earthquakes, driving a tanker around and supplying water to firefighters. “We took a lot of chimneys down and stuff like that, assisted people were we could. Latest Canterbury news at starnews.co.nz Fire chief hands over the reins Greg “We had flooding in Leeston in 2013 where we probably responded to about 80 calls in a 24-hour period,” he said. Clausen said his reason for stepping down was to give other people in the brigade a chance. “You like doing the job but you know its time to step aside and let the younger guys come through that’s what it’s all about. You don’t want the old codgers running the outfit. “I’ve been thinking about it for a while and by the time it came down to it, it was time. “It’s about keeping the brigade CELEBRATION: Lloyd Clausen (left) has retired as chief of the Leeston Volunteer Fire Brigade and has handed down the role to Greg Wheeler. alive and passing the torch along. It revitalises the brigade and gives purpose to the other guys,” he said Greg Wheeler, former deputy chief fire officer, will take over. Wheeler has 30 years of service with Fire and Emergency NZ and Matt Walker who was the senior station senior officer will move up to the deputy position. Said Clausen: “Greg is a really great organiser with awesome team management skills. We’re always improving. when the new team take over they’ll improve on the previous team.” NEWS 7 Wheeler, who began in his new role last week, has been in the brigade for 32 years and was deputy fire chief before taking over from Clausen. He has worked closely alongside Clausen over the years and aims to be as much of a role model for other brigade members as he has been. “It’s really about moving with our everchanging service and empowering guys and girls in our brigade to take a more hands-on role. “What I'm trying to achieve, I suppose, is to be quite communityfocused and be maybe a wee bit more visual and engaged in the community.’’ When he is not volunteering for the brigade, Wheeler works full-time as operations manager at Think Water Canterbury, which provides pump and irrigation equipment, installation, servicing and maintenance. Wheeler said he would not be able to do his role at the fire brigade if it wasn’t for the support of his family and workplace during times when he is called out to emergencies. PROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Canterbury’s No.1 Renovation & Building Expo Get fresh renovation and build ideas, the right advice and check out exciting new products from 150+ stands! KITCHENS | BATHROOMS | INTERIORS | OUTDOOR PRODUCTS | FURNISHINGS This Friday to Sunday only! Horncastle Arena | Open 10am - 5pm REGISTER FOR YOUR FREE TICKETS ONLINE canterburyhomeshow.co.nz
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