Obituaries

Passed away peacefully at Parkstone Care Home on May 19, 2025, in his 91st year. Dearly loved husband of Glenys for over 65 years, devoted and much loved Dad and father-in-law of Peter, Jude and Simon, and Jeff and Di, much loved Grandad of Elizabeth...

(Also known as Chrissie Cooper): Wife of Jason Cooper, mother of Jason, Stacey, Letitia, and Jacob, and mother-in-law of Jessica, Nana of Rangi, Lilly; Levi, Tayla, Zane, Stevie, and Heath. Daughter of Chrissie Cooper and the late Kupa Ngaira, sister...

On May 24, 2025, at Kaiapoi Lodge with Ruby by his side, aged 96 years. Dearly loved husband of Lois (deceased), and Ruby, much loved father of Beryl, John, Ruth, Peter (deceased), and Paula. A loved father-in-law, grandfather, and great-grandfather....

Sadly went home to be with his Saviour on Friday, May 23, 2025, aged 83 years. Loved husband of Glenda, the love of his life. He is loved, and will be deeply missed by all of his Whanau. Heartfelt thanks to the staff and management at Diana Isaac. Me...

(Reg. No. 10575) On Friday, May 16, 2025, peacefully at Essie Summers, in his 100th year. Beloved husband and soulmate of Adrianne, much loved father and father-in-law of Vicki and Philip, David and Jan, and Andrew, dearly loved Grandad of Nicholas a...

Born in Booleroo Centre, Melrose, South Australia, on 8 December 1941, “fell off the perch” on 19 May 2025.  Dearly loved wife of the late John, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Nancy and Michael, Charles, and Caroline and Paul, treasur...

On Friday, May 16, 2025, passed away unexpectedly in Christchurch. Dearly loved partner of Monica Lai. Devoted father of Jasmine. So much to so many, words cannot express. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Ian Froggatt, c/- PO Box ...

Passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, at Park Lane Village, aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband and soul mate of Lois for 65 happy years, treasured father and father-in-law of Shane and Jacqui, Michelle and Ian, Richard and Kelly, proud Grandad of E...

On Monday, May 19, 2025, peacefully at home, surrounded by whānau, aged 90 years. Loved wife of the late John, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Ann and Barry, Sonny (deceased), Peter, Carol, Mark (deceased), Karina and Pete, Ngareta, and Ngahuia, love...

On May 18, 2025, passed away peacefully at Burwood Hospital, aged 77 years. Dearly loved husband of Yvonne, much loved father and father-in-law of Kim and Tohe, Mark and Karen, and Johnathon and Shahra. Loved Pop of Siena, Charlie, Harrison, and Troy...

On May 14, 2025, passed away unexpectedly at Christchurch Hospital, aged 78 years. Dearly loved husband of Janet, much loved father and father-in-law of Simon and Natalie, Matthew and Vikki, and Andrew and Lizzie, adored Grandpa and Pa of Sophia, an...

On May 17, 2025, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Yvonne for 60 years, loving father and father-in-law of Stuart and Angela, Russell (deceased), David and Nicola, Bevan and Claire (England), Tan...

Passed away at Christchurch Hospital, on Saturday, May 17, 2025, aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Brian, much loved Mum of Richard, and sister of Douglas Kirk, and Maurice Kirk.  Requiescat in Pace  Messages may be addressed to: T...

16 February 1945 – 15 May 2025. At home, dearly loved husband, father, son, brother, and uncle. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Michael French, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A funeral service for Michael will be held ...

On Wednesday, May 14, 2025, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, surrounded by family. Dearly loved wife of the late Wayne. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Bill and Michele, and Kristy and Julian. Loved grandmother of Hayden, and Ashley; ...

Sadly, we announce that Ray died at Burwood Hospital on May 12, 2025, aged 79 years. He was the loved son of the late Eric and Una Hollis (Waihi), and loved brother of Marilyn Parker (Waihi). Ray was the precious husband of Jean, and loved and loving...

(ex NZ Police): With great sadness we announce the death of Gordon, on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, aged 74 years. Beloved husband and best friend of Mary, and much loved Dad and father-in-law of Nichola, Michael and Alison, and Shannon. Adored Pop to Jack...

Passed away peacefully on Friday May 9, aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Sefton, mother and mother-in-law of Mark and Janet, Stephen, Liz, Mama of Ben and Lin, Miriam, John, Michael, Carl, Monique, and her great-grandchildren Ruth, Nikola...

On May 5, 2025, passed away peacefully after a very short battle with cancer. Dearly loved Dad of Bri, long serving and dedicated member of the New Zealand Police and proud Executive of Templeton RSA, he will be sorely missed. A heartfelt thank you t...

On May 8, 2025, passed peacefully at home, aged 77 years. Dearly loved husband of Francie, much loved Dad of Kerry, Belinda, and Meghan and Carl, loved Grandad of Charlotte, Amelia, Mikayla, and Lilly. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Margaret and...