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		<title>David Milton LIEBEZEIT </title>
		<first_name>David</first_name>
		<last_name>LIEBEZEIT</last_name>
		<middle_name>Milton</middle_name>
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		<first_name>David</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Tue, 13 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 27 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/david-milton-liebezeit/9042/</link>		
		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:55:13</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[On October 14, 2026, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 85 years. Beloved husband and best friend of Anne, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Brent and Viv, Paul and Deb, Grant and Paulette, Michelle, and Sarah and Tim. Loved... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/david-milton-liebezeit/9042/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[On October 14, 2026, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 85 years. Beloved husband and best friend of Anne, dearly loved father and father-in-law of Brent and Viv, Paul and Deb, Grant and Paulette, Michelle, and Sarah and Tim. Loved stepfather of Aimee and Michael, Meg and Rich, and Nik and Will. Treasured Grandad of his 30 mokopuna. Loved extended family member and a loved and respected friend of many. Sincere thanks to the staff of the Nurse Maude Community Team, and Christchurch Hospital (Ward 17) for their compassionate care of David. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late David Liebezeit, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude in memory of David would be appreciated and may be made online at <a href="http://nursemaude.org.nz">nursemaude.org.nz</a>. A memorial service to celebrate David’s life will be held at AvonPark, corner Kerrs and Pages Roads, Linwood, on October 28, at 10.30am.
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		<title>CHRISTOPHER “Chris”  Lunn BARRETT </title>
		<first_name>CHRISTOPHER “Chris”</first_name>
		<last_name>BARRETT</last_name>
		<middle_name> Lunn</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>CHRISTOPHER “Chris”</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Sat, 03 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Mon, 26 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:33:51</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[On October 4, 2026, peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family, aged 64 years. Dearly loved husband of Barb for 27 years, loved and respected Dad of Joseph, Luke, and Edward. Loved son of the late Skip and Mara, loved by all his extended fami... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/christopher-chris-lunn-barrett/9019/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[On October 4, 2026, peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family, aged 64 years. Dearly loved husband of Barb for 27 years, loved and respected Dad of Joseph, Luke, and Edward. Loved son of the late Skip and Mara, loved by all his extended family and friends. A special thanks to all who have cared for Chris. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Christopher Barrett, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.  A celebration of Chris’ life will be held at Oaklands, corner Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on October 27, at 2.30pm.

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		<title>Jean Collier LINDSAY </title>
		<first_name>Jean</first_name>
		<last_name>LINDSAY</last_name>
		<middle_name>Collier</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Jean</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Wed, 14 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Wed, 21 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/jean-collier-lindsay/9036/</link>		
		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:40:53</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[On October 15, 2026, passed away peacefully at Burlington Care Centre, surrounded by family, in her 90th year. Loved wife of the late Maurice, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Alan and the late Belinda, Craig and Tania, David, Alison and Allan,... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/jean-collier-lindsay/9036/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[On October 15, 2026, passed away peacefully at Burlington Care Centre, surrounded by family, in her 90th year. Loved wife of the late Maurice, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Alan and the late Belinda, Craig and Tania, David, Alison and Allan, and Fiona and Dru. Loved Nana Jean to all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jean will be sadly missed by all.

<em>                                                     "Going Home"</em>

Special thanks to all the staff at Burlington for the wonderful love and care given to Jean and her family.  Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Jean Lindsay, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.  A service to celebrate Jean's life will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Thursday, October 22, at 10.00am, followed by interment in the Ellesmere Cemetery.

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		<title>John Harrison GRAY </title>
		<first_name>John</first_name>
		<last_name>GRAY</last_name>
		<middle_name>Harrison</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>John</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Fri, 09 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Sun, 18 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:22:16</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[On October 10, 2026, aged 69 years. Dearly loved husband of Alison for 40 years. Devoted Dad to Alexander, Euan, and Calum, and father-in-law of Bianca, Lucy, and Briar. Adored Grandad to Frankie, and his future grandchildren. Farmer, friend, and sor... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/john-harrison-gray/9031/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[On October 10, 2026, aged 69 years. Dearly loved husband of Alison for 40 years. Devoted Dad to Alexander, Euan, and Calum, and father-in-law of Bianca, Lucy, and Briar. Adored Grandad to Frankie, and his future grandchildren. Farmer, friend, and sorely missed by many. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late John Gray, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Infant Mental Health Association Aotearoa New Zealand would be appreciated, and may be made online at <a href="https://shared.outlook.inky.com/link?domain=givealittle.co.nz&amp;t=h.eJxVj8ESgiAURX_FYZ3iIxF11a88AZNEbBArbfr3oty0vWfuuXOfZPGWNAnpQ7jODaVnc9NoTQhWZ3LK3EYlLrOmZuwR3ZbKyXXaayd1ynImyCEhQ-xbHNu0x_WOXqXWjCZoRXH1YXKnyNCpne5anrMWGEeBArjs2gp5Dgw7pUo41gAURA1VURaVyFhe87KMW_q7tcj1gnKYP-5H8PgzRqwi_o9CvAevN0uwSYs.MEUCIBC21h9b2fHTqpCksEzLvcjVLOYIhFecXpAqPr5a6zn2AiEAnOTxBX_xyBdEej4QVabkr7Tasf8CzdBOQmfBdprl-WU">https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/imhaanz-conference-2027. </a>A service to celebrate John’s life will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Monday October 19, at 10.00am.

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		<title>Blair Alexander McKINNON </title>
		<first_name>Blair</first_name>
		<last_name>McKINNON</last_name>
		<middle_name>Alexander</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Blair</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Tue, 13 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Sun, 18 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/blair-alexander-mckinnon/9043/</link>		
		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:57:36</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[Passed away at home on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, aged 79 years. Dearly loved husband and treasured best friend of Jeni, much loved Dad of Ally, special Grandad of Summer, beloved brother of Esther, the late Ian, Laurie, and John, and a dearly love... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/blair-alexander-mckinnon/9043/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[Passed away at home on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, aged 79 years. Dearly loved husband and treasured best friend of Jeni, much loved Dad of Ally, special Grandad of Summer, beloved brother of Esther, the late Ian, Laurie, and John, and a dearly loved Uncle Blair of all his nieces and nephews. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Blair McKinnon, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A service to celebrate Blair’s life will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Monday, October 19, at 2.00pm.

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		<title>Joseph Robert  HARKESS </title>
		<first_name>Joseph</first_name>
		<last_name>HARKESS</last_name>
		<middle_name>Robert </middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Joseph</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Sat, 10 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Sat, 17 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/joseph-robert-harkess/9033/</link>		
		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:28:19</pubDate>		
		

		<guid>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/joseph-robert-harkess/9033/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Born 5.5.1979, passed away at home on Sunday, October 11, 2026, aged 47 years. Dearly loved and cherished son of Marilyn, much loved brother and brother-in law of Georgina and Rob, adored uncle of Ben, and Zara, treasured grandson of the late Jo and ... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/joseph-robert-harkess/9033/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[Born 5.5.1979, passed away at home on Sunday, October 11, 2026, aged 47 years. Dearly loved and cherished son of Marilyn, much loved brother and brother-in law of Georgina and Rob, adored uncle of Ben, and Zara, treasured grandson of the late Jo and Cyril Hawkins, special friend for 24 years of Rod, and a dear friend of Ilan.
Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Joe Harkess, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. There will be a time of remembrance for Joe, at his home, on Sunday, October 18, at 1.00pm, please direct enquiries to mj15@xtra.co.nz.
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		<title>Brian Murray  LAUGESEN (QSO, FRCS) </title>
		<first_name>Brian</first_name>
		<last_name>LAUGESEN (QSO, FRCS)</last_name>
		<middle_name>Murray </middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Brian</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Sat, 10 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Fri, 16 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/brian-murray-laugesen-qso-frcs/9029/</link>		
		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 09:34:10</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[Peacefully in Christchurch, on October 11, 2026, aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of Jude, father of Mark, Ruth, and Miriam, father-in-law of Redmer, grandfather of Daniel, Rosa, and Benji, brother of Bruce, and the late John, brother-in-law of Ay... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/brian-murray-laugesen-qso-frcs/9029/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[Peacefully in Christchurch, on October 11, 2026, aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of Jude, father of Mark, Ruth, and Miriam, father-in-law of Redmer, grandfather of Daniel, Rosa, and Benji, brother of Bruce, and the late John, brother-in-law of Ayleen, stepfather of David, Richard, Dairn, and John. Born in Christchurch, son of the late Ena and Keith Laugesen. Survived by his former spouses, Helen Glasgow, and Pauline Frances. Many thanks to the caring staff at Summerset at Avonhead. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Murray Laugesen, c/-PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A service to celebrate Murray’s life will be held at Oaklands, corner  Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, Christchurch, on Saturday, October 17, at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation.

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		<title>Ann Mary SEATON </title>
		<first_name>Ann</first_name>
		<last_name>SEATON</last_name>
		<middle_name>Mary</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Ann</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Sat, 10 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Thu, 15 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/ann-mary-seaton/9034/</link>		
		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:31:16</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[On Sunday, October 11, 2026, peacefully, surrounded by family, after a courageous journey. Much loved wife of the late John, loved mother and mother-in-law of Ann-Marie and Dave, loved Meme of Skyla. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the la... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/ann-mary-seaton/9034/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[On Sunday, October 11, 2026, peacefully, surrounded by family, after a courageous journey. Much loved wife of the late John, loved mother and mother-in-law of Ann-Marie and Dave, loved Meme of Skyla. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Ann Seaton, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.  A funeral service to celebrate Ann’s life will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 2.00pm. Private cremation to follow.

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<em>                          Ride gently, rest peacefully, fly with the angels</em>

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		<title>Ray  LARSEN </title>
		<first_name>Ray</first_name>
		<last_name>LARSEN</last_name>
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		<first_name>Ray</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Fri, 09 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Wed, 14 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/ray-larsen/9028/</link>		
		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:53:54</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[On October 10, 2026, peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of his family, aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband of Marian for 65 years, loved father and father-in-law of Karyn, Kent and Bridget, proud and loving Grandad of Natasha and Ross, Alex a... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/ray-larsen/9028/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[On October 10, 2026, peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of his family, aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband of Marian for 65 years, loved father and father-in-law of Karyn, Kent and Bridget, proud and loving Grandad of Natasha and Ross, Alex and Grace;  Morgan and Reuben, Harri and Grace, and great-Grandad of Ria. Special thanks to the caring team at Charles Upham, Rangiora, for their compassion and support. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Ray Larsen, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A service to remember Ray and celebrate his life will be held at Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Thursday, October 15, at 2.30pm.

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		<title>Ray  SEFTON </title>
		<first_name>Ray</first_name>
		<last_name>SEFTON</last_name>
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		<first_name>Ray</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Thu, 08 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 13 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/ray-sefton/9025/</link>		
		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:53:15</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[17 January 1952 – 9 October 2026

After a courageous and hard-fought battle, Ray is now at rest.

Forever and always a deeply loved and cherished husband of his devoted wife, Mary. 

A favourite son of the late Albert and Phyllis. A much-love... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/ray-sefton/9025/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<strong>17 January 1952 – 9 October 2026</strong>

After a courageous and hard-fought battle, Ray is now at rest.

Forever and always a deeply loved and cherished husband of his devoted wife, Mary. <img class="wp-image-18903 alignnone" src="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Blue-Heart.png" alt="" width="16" height="16" />

A favourite son of the late Albert and Phyllis. A much-loved Dad (and advisor) to his children, Debbie and Gareth, Terry and Younch, Mereana and Grant, and Michael and Anne. A special and never-to-be-forgotten Grandad to Juliana and Alexander, Harvey, Brooke and Braxton, and Oliver and George. A brother, uncle, and mate to many. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has been a tower of strength throughout this journey. Your love, kindness and support have meant the world to us.  A special thanks to Dr Chloe Dearlove and Raewyn and Keith from Motor Neurone Disease New Zealand (MND NZ). You are all such special people, and your support has been truly amazing. We will be forever grateful for the care and compassion you have shown Ray and our family. In Ray’s memory, we are grateful for any support given to MND NZ  and the amazing work they do for people and families affected, donations can be made online at <a href="http://mnd.org.nz">mnd.org.nz</a>.   Messages may be addressed to:  The family of the late Ray Sefton, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.  A service to celebrate Ray’s life will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Wednesday, October 14, at 2.00pm.

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		<title>Fenton ‘Bruce’ Bruce  HORE </title>
		<first_name>Fenton ‘Bruce’</first_name>
		<last_name>HORE</last_name>
		<middle_name>Bruce </middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Fenton ‘Bruce’</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Mon, 05 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Mon, 12 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/fenton-bruce-bruce-hore/9021/</link>		
		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:45:39</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[On October 6, 2026, passed peacefully at Christchurch, surrounded by family, after his courageous battle with cancer. Dearly loved husband of Sally, adored father and father-in-law of Sam and Sarah, and Anna and Dan, fun-loving grandfather of Kaitlyn... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/fenton-bruce-bruce-hore/9021/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[On October 6, 2026, passed peacefully at Christchurch, surrounded by family, after his courageous battle with cancer. Dearly loved husband of Sally, adored father and father-in-law of Sam and Sarah, and Anna and Dan, fun-loving grandfather of Kaitlyn, Harry, and Chloe. Loved son of the late Chap and Donella.

<em>                     May the soils and pastures of heaven be fertile and grand </em><em>
Our wind will forever be under your wings</em>

Messages may be sent to PO Box 79, Hororata 7544. The funeral service for Bruce will be held in the Hororata Hall, 61 Hororata Road, Hororata, on Tuesday, October 13, at 1.30pm, followed by a private cremation

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		<title>Alexander “John” John WILLIS </title>
		<first_name>Alexander “John”</first_name>
		<last_name>WILLIS</last_name>
		<middle_name>John</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Alexander “John”</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Tue, 06 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Mon, 12 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/alexander-john-john-willis/9024/</link>		
		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:51:40</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[On October 7, 2026, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by his amazing and loving family. Dearly loved soulmate of Ruth, dearly loved Dad and father-in-law of David (deceased) and Lynda, Robin and Helen, Juliet and Karini, much loved Gran... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/alexander-john-john-willis/9024/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[On October 7, 2026, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by his amazing and loving family. Dearly loved soulmate of Ruth, dearly loved Dad and father-in-law of David (deceased) and Lynda, Robin and Helen, Juliet and Karini, much loved Grandad of Emily, Maysie, Rory: Harriet, Lucy; Tamati, Nukumai and Haylie, and John, loved Great-Grandad of Te Hoera, Anahera, Te Paea, and Te Akau. A loved brother, brother-in-law, and uncle of the Willis, and Rountree families. Special thanks to the amazing staff of Ward 17, Parkside, Christchurch Hospital, for their care of John. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late John Willis, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A celebration of John’s life will be at Oaklands, corner Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Tuesday, October 13, at 10.30 am, with the burial to follow at Alford Forest Cemetery, Alford Forest Cemetery Road, at 2.30pm.

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		<title>Maureen Margaret MILES </title>
		<first_name>Maureen</first_name>
		<last_name>MILES</last_name>
		<middle_name>Margaret</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Maureen</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Mon, 05 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Sun, 11 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/maureen-margaret-miles/9017/</link>		
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:52:07</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Maureen passed away peacefully at WesleyCare Home, aged 97 years. Loved wife of late Ken, dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Stephen, Susan and Mike, John and Julie, Helen and David, and Peter.  Grandmother of Raph... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/maureen-margaret-miles/9017/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[On Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Maureen passed away peacefully at WesleyCare Home, aged 97 years. Loved wife of late Ken, dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Stephen, Susan and Mike, John and Julie, Helen and David, and Peter.  Grandmother of Raphael, Sinead, Becky, Chris, Rachel, Sarah, Emily, Hannah, Megan, Natasha, Caitlin, Aleshia, and Maddison. Great-Grandma to Lily, Amelia, Fin, Eden, Hugo, Harvey, Lui, Ari, and Venice. Cherished sister of Colleen Carr.  Heartfelt thanks for the love, care, kindness, and attention Maureen received from the staff at WesleyCare. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Maureen Miles, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.  In lieu of flowers, donations to Forest and Bird would be appreciated, and may be made online at <a href="http://forestandbird.org.nz">forestandbird.org.nz</a>. Maureen’s funeral service will be held in St Gregory's Catholic Church, 26 Cotswold Avenue, Bishopdale, on Monday, October 12, at 11.00am.

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		<title>Bruce Andrew HANSEN </title>
		<first_name>Bruce</first_name>
		<last_name>HANSEN</last_name>
		<middle_name>Andrew</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Bruce</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Thu, 01 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Fri, 09 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/bruce-andrew-hansen/9002/</link>		
		<pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 10:14:30</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[(Very Rev.)(QSO) On Friday, October 2, 2026. Beloved husband and best friend of Alison, father and father-in-law of Katharine (Kate) and Andrew, Peter and Monika, Andrew and Jane. Much loved Grandad of Liam, Fleur; Millar; Oscar, George, and Hugo. A ... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/bruce-andrew-hansen/9002/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<strong>(Very Rev.)(QSO) </strong>On Friday, October 2, 2026. Beloved husband and best friend of Alison, father and father-in-law of Katharine (Kate) and Andrew, Peter and Monika, Andrew and Jane. Much loved Grandad of Liam, Fleur; Millar; Oscar, George, and Hugo. A loved brother and brother-in-law. Thank you to the staff at WesleyCare. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hinewai (Maurice White Native Forest Trust) in memory of Bruce may be made online to:  <a href="http://hinewai.org.nz">hinewai.org.nz</a>.
A service to celebrate Bruce’s life will be held at Knox Church, Corner of Bealey Avenue and Victoria Street, Christchurch Central, on Saturday, October 10, at 10.30am, private cremation to follow.

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		<title>James Dunlop DYER </title>
		<first_name>James</first_name>
		<last_name>DYER</last_name>
		<middle_name>Dunlop</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>James</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Sun, 27 Sep 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Fri, 09 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/james-dunlop-dyer/9008/</link>		
		<pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:09:42</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[Passed away peacefully, on Monday, September 28, 2026, in Auckland, surrounded by family, aged 89 years.

                                          He will be sadly missed

A memorial service for James wil... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/james-dunlop-dyer/9008/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[Passed away peacefully, on Monday, September 28, 2026, in Auckland, surrounded by family, aged 89 years.

<em>                                          He will be sadly missed</em>

A memorial service for James will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Saturday, October 10, at 2.00pm, followed by interment at Avonhead Memorial Cemetery.
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		<title>Judith Dawn FRIEL </title>
		<first_name>Judith</first_name>
		<last_name>FRIEL</last_name>
		<middle_name>Dawn</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Judith</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Sat, 03 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Thu, 08 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/judith-dawn-friel/9013/</link>		
		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:47:59</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[On Sunday, October 4, 2026, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, surrounded by family. Dearly loved wife of the late Bricky. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Colleen and David, and Brendon and Vix. Treasured Nana of Kate, Nick and Jenna, Jes... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/judith-dawn-friel/9013/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[On Sunday, October 4, 2026, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, surrounded by family. Dearly loved wife of the late Bricky. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Colleen and David, and Brendon and Vix. Treasured Nana of Kate, Nick and Jenna, Jess, Molly, and Lachie. Loved sister of Bev (Brisbane) and cherished aunty to all her nieces and nephews. Heartfelt thanks to the staff from Summerset Avonhead Memory Care Centre and Summerset Wigram Care Centre for their loving and compassionate care of Judy.

Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Judy Friel, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The funeral service for Judy will be held in St Paul’s Anglican Church, 844 Old Tai Tapu Road, Tai Tapu, on Friday, October 9 at 2.00pm, followed by private cremation.

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		<title>Peggy Myra OVEREND  (Erridge) </title>
		<first_name>Peggy</first_name>
		<last_name>OVEREND</last_name>
		<middle_name>Myra</middle_name>
		<maiden_name>Erridge</maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Peggy</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Sat, 15 Aug 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Thu, 08 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/peggy-myra-overend/8888/</link>		
		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:34:34</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[On Sunday, August 16, 2026, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Terence, beloved Mum and mum-in-law of Fay and Chris, and Vicki and Karl. Grandmother to Edward, Sarah, Andrea, and Claire. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late ... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/peggy-myra-overend/8888/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[On Sunday, August 16, 2026, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Terence, beloved Mum and mum-in-law of Fay and Chris, and Vicki and Karl. Grandmother to Edward, Sarah, Andrea, and Claire. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Peggy Overend, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Canteen would be appreciated and may be made online at <a href="http://canteen.org.nz">canteen.org.nz</a>.  In accordance with Peggy’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.

A memorial service to celebrate Peggy’s life will be held at Oaklands, corner Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Friday, October 9, at 10.30am.
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		<title>Colin Russell STOTT </title>
		<first_name>Colin</first_name>
		<last_name>STOTT</last_name>
		<middle_name>Russell</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Colin</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Thu, 01 Oct 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Wed, 07 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/colin-russell-stott/9012/</link>		
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:27:05</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[Passed away peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice on Friday, October 2, 2026, aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of Pat, much loved father and father-in-law of Sonia and Adrian, Karen and Jason, and Nic and Bob, and much loved Grandad of Max, and Lucy. ... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/colin-russell-stott/9012/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[Passed away peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice on Friday, October 2, 2026, aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of Pat, much loved father and father-in-law of Sonia and Adrian, Karen and Jason, and Nic and Bob, and much loved Grandad of Max, and Lucy. Loved brother of Janice, and Wendy. The family would like to thank the Haematology Unit and Nurse Maude Hospice for the care given to Colin.  Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Colin Stott, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude Hospice would be appreciated and may be made online at <a href="http://nursemaude.org.nz/hospice-palliative-care-service">nursemaude.org.nz/hospice-palliative-care-service</a>. A service to celebrate Colin’s life will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Thursday, October 8, at 2.00pm.
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		<title>Ian Bruce McDOUGALL </title>
		<first_name>Ian</first_name>
		<last_name>McDOUGALL</last_name>
		<middle_name>Bruce</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Ian</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Tue, 29 Sep 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Tue, 06 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<link>https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/ian-bruce-mcdougall/9009/</link>		
		<pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:19:25</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[On September 30, 2026, surrounded by family, Ian passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer, aged 81 years. A wonderful husband to Vickie, treasured father and father-in-law of Bruce and Moon, Linda and Pau... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/ian-bruce-mcdougall/9009/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[On September 30, 2026, surrounded by family, Ian passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer, aged 81 years. A wonderful husband to Vickie, treasured father and father-in-law of Bruce and Moon, Linda and Paul, and Nicola, and cherished Pop of Lauren and Ollie, Cameron and Kristina, Henry and Anna, Max, and Cohan and Rion.  Ian will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all his family. The family sincerely thank the staff of Christchurch Hospital for their professionalism, kindness and compassionate care. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Ian McDougall, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Blue Brothers Charitable Trust would be appreciated, and can be made online to account: 38-9023-0594922-00. In accordance with Ian’s wishes, a private cremation will be held. Family and friends are warmly invited to join the family for a celebratory drink in Ian’s honour at the Rangiora RSA, on Wednesday, October 7, at 2:00pm to share memories and raise a glass to a life well lived.
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		<title>Kirsty Anne LAY </title>
		<first_name>Kirsty</first_name>
		<last_name>LAY</last_name>
		<middle_name>Anne</middle_name>
		<maiden_name></maiden_name>
		
		<first_name>Kirsty</first_name>
		<birth_date>Sun, 29 Nov -0001</birth_date>
		<death_date>Sun, 27 Sep 2026</death_date>
		<burial_date>Mon, 05 Oct 2026</burial_date>
		
		
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:02:08</pubDate>		
		

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		<description><![CDATA[Kirsty passed away peacefully on Monday, September 28, 2026. Dearly loved mother of Holly, and Max, daughter of John and the late Lyndsay Lay, sister to Nicki, Janine, and Michael, partner of Wayne, and former wife of Steve. A service to celebrate K... <a href="https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/obituaries/kirsty-anne-lay/9000/">Continue reading <span class="meta-nav">&#8594;</span></a>]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[Kirsty passed away peacefully on Monday, September 28, 2026. Dearly loved mother of Holly, and Max, daughter of John and the late Lyndsay Lay, sister to Nicki, Janine, and Michael, partner of Wayne, and former wife of Steve. A service to celebrate Kirsty’s life, will be held at St. Andrew’s Church, Rangi Ruru, 16 Merivale Lane, Merivale on Tuesday, October 6, at 2:00pm. At Kirsty’s request, please wear something colourful. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Kirsty Lay, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.
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