Obituaries

Gary Peter SHATFORD

28/09/2025
1933-2025 On September 28, 2025, peacefully at WesleyCare. Loved husband of the late Helen, loving father and father-in-law to Ivan and Cheryl, Deborah and Nigel, Jacque and Bryan, Nigel and Claire, and Louise, much loved Grandad of Liam, Clara; Phil...
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Geoffrey Herbert PRATTLEY

01/10/2025
Passed peacefully at Lady Wigram on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband for 60 years of the late Melva, father and father-in-law of Adrianne and Rod, Stephen and Linda, and Kathy and Bryan, a grandfather, great-grandfather...
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Noeline Jeanette LILL

27/09/2025
On September 27, 2025, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly, aged 81 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Brian, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Robyn and Dougal Cockram, Andrew and Fiona Lill, Jo and Paul Cattermole, proud and loving Nanny o...
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Anthony ‘Tony’ ALLAN

01/09/2025
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our much loved husband, father, grandfather, son, and brother on Monday, September 1, 2025. A true outdoorsman, he found his peace on the water. Whether casting a fly line, hoisting a sail, or wait...
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Jeannie Teresa Lauti

20/09/2025
Jeannie passed away on September 20, 2025, in the presence of her children, after a fierce battle with lung cancer.  She is survived by her partner Mark O’Connor and children, Mel, and Jono. Dearly loved Nana to Emilie, Hugo, Max, and Maisie. Mes...
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Audrey Catherine BLOMQUIST

28/09/2025
Following a very short illness, Audrey passed away peacefully holding Max’s hand and surrounded by her family, on Sunday, September 28, 2025, in the comfort of her home in the Care Centre at Summerset Wigram, 15 days short of her 94th birthday. Aud...
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Gary Raymond HOLBROOK

24/09/2025
It is with deep sadness that Gill shares the passing of her beloved husband of 57 years, Gary, who left us peacefully on September 24, 2025, at Burwood Hospital after a short illness, aged 80 years. Gary was a much loved and cherished father and fath...
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Lance CANUTE

27/09/2025
On Saturday, September 27, 2025, aged 64 years. Much loved husband of Carolyn (CC), loved father and father-in-law of Jen and Ken, and Jack, adored Grandad of Fynn, and Pacey, loved brother of Leonard (deceased), Raymond, Junita, Gavin (deceased), La...
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Ian Robert McHENRY

24/09/2025
On September 24, 2025, peacefully at Diana Isaac Retirement Village, with family by his side, aged 84 years. Devoted husband of Sa, dearly loved father of Alex, and Mat’e. Treasured Grandpa of Danelle, and Samantha; Ashley, and Liam, and a Great-Gr...
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Pamela ‘Pam’ Catherine STRAKER

27/09/2025
On September 27, 2025, passed away peacefully at home with Dave by her side, aged 73 years. Dearly loved wife, best friend, and soulmate of Dave since first meeting at Jellie Park in 1966. Treasured mother and mother-in-law of Kate and John McMillan,...
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Lynette Macheal SWINBURN

28/09/2025
On September 28, 2025, passed away at home with family by her side, aged 74 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Peter, much loved mother of James (deceased), Anna, and Michael, a beloved mother-in-law, and grandmother. Special thanks to Dr Michelle ...
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Dr Ralph William 'Ralphie' SOUTER

12/09/2025
On Friday, September 12, 2025, peacefully, aged 78 years. Loved husband of Rosalie, loved Dad and father-in-law of Sara and Tim, Mel and Nick, beloved Ralphie of Sam, Georgia, Harriet, Oscar, and Issy, loved by his extended family, and friend to many...
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Anne de Laval BROWN

21/09/2025
Passed away peacefully in her sleep, September 21, 2025, aged 97 years.  Quite possibly the world’s most positive and content person, Anne loved life and living.  An enthusiastic walker to the end!  Anne’s husband, Colin, left us four years ag...
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Owen Barry WELBELOVED

21/09/2025
On September 21, 2025, peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, aged 74 years. Dearly loved husband of Julie, loving father and father-in-law of Gayle and Tony, Paul and Rachel, loved stepfather of Sage and Lara, and Shaun, proud and treasured Grandad of A...
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Andrew Kane JOHNSON

21/09/2025
On Sunday, September 21, 2025, at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by loved ones. Dearly loved partner of Nicola Stott, much loved son of the late Eileen and Clarence, loved brother and brother-in-law of Tonia, Pieta and Daryl Aitken, Tim and Helen,...
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Ruby HELMS

08/09/2025
Peacefully, with family at her side, on September 8, 2025, aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Alf, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Graeme and Colleen, and Alister and Karyn. Very much loved Nana of Annie and Denham, Alexander, Emily,...
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Marjorie ‘Marge’ Joan OSGOOD

28/05/2025
On May 28, 2025, passed away peacefully at Waikari Hospital in Dennis’ arms, aged 74 years. Loving wife of Dennis, loving mother of Paul, Cheryl, Shane and Belinda, and Christine. Loving grandmother of Frazer, John; and Bevan and Samantha, loving g...
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Raymond ‘Ira’ William HAYES

15/09/2025
On Monday, September 15, 2025, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, with his wife by his side. Dearly loved husband and companion of Teresa. Loved son of the late Alice and Raymond, loved brother of Marti (USA) and the late Dane, and Starri. Much ...
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Maxine Anne KILDAY

12/09/2025
Peacefully, on September 13, 2025, aged 84 years. Beloved daughter of the late William and Hilda Kilday, and sister of the late William. Will be sorely missed by her adopted family, Bronwyn and Martyn Park, and her brothers and sisters in the New Bri...
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Walter Robert MULLER

19/09/2025
On Friday, September 19, 2025, Walter passed away at home, aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Dawn, loved and respected father of Astrid, and Dale, respected father-in-law of Sarah, and loved grandfather of Isaac, and Isabelle. A long li...
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