Obituaries

Very peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, aged 81 years. Cherished husband and soulmate of Robyn. Much loved father and father-in-law of Richard, Simon and Esther, Juliet and Stephen, Kate and Denis, Joseph and Megan. Adored grandfat...

Peacefully on January 12, 2026, aged 79 years. Much loved husband of Claire, loved son of the late of Alan and Rose Lemon, stepson of the late Irene. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Jaine and Angus, David (deceased), Jeff and Ann, Peter (N...

On January 21, 2026, aged 89 years. Darling husband of Vicki, former husband and dear friend of Sue, loved and respected brother-in-law, much loved uncle, and a great friend and mentor to many. A visionary entrepreneur who brought ideas to life: c...

Died on January 23, 2026, after a long illness, surrounded by family and friends, aged 70 years. Loved husband of Charlene, father and father-in-law of Rob and Jasmine; Alice and Richard, Granddad of Horace and Hyacinth, brother of Denise, Dave, Gary...

Died at home, on January 19, 2026, aged 83 years. Loved husband and best friend of Jeanette, loved father and father-in-law of Belinda and Scott Willis, Mark and Caroline, Grandad Bill of Sophie, and Ben; Thomas, and Charlotte. Messages may be addres...

(ONZM) 4.8.1936 - 26.12.2025.  Died peacefully at Holly Lea. Dearly loved husband of Jane, loved father and father-in-law of Jo Ashton-Martyn and Hugh Martyn, Kate and Richard Bell, Sue Ashton, and Elizabeth Ashton.  Proud grandfather of Henry and ...

Passed away peacefully at home, on December 31, 2025, aged 66 years. Dearly loved Mum of Ben and James. Forever in our hearts Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Rosemary Askew, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of f...

On January 16, 2026, at Greymouth Hospital, aged 88 years. Loved Dad and father-in-law of Mark and Sandra, Robyn and Henare, Richard, and Fraser and Kelly. Devoted Grandad of Ashley, Holly; Teresa, Daniel, Jesse; Leezha; Nathan, Hannah, Malachi, and ...

Passed away peacefully on Christmas Day, 2025, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 85 years.    A funeral service to celebrate Audrey’s life will be held at St Gregory’s Catholic Church, 26 Cotswold Avenue, Bishopdale, on Thursday, January 22, at 11...

On Saturday, January 17, 2026, peacefully, aged 86 years. Loved wife of the late Barry, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Greg and Pannea, Mike and Ayami, and the late Phill, adored Grammie of Hannah, Jake, and Baylie; Elena, Dallas, and Sage. H...

Passed away peacefully in his sleep, at Diana Isaac Retirement Village, on November 24, 2025, aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of the late Phyllis for 64 years, loved and cherished father and father-in-law of Geoff and Christine, N...

On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, peacefully, surrounded by family, aged 92 years. Beloved wife of the late Ralph, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Coral, Kevin and Robbie, Lisa and Nick. Dearly loved Nana of Brookie, and Josh. Loved by all that knew her. ...

Passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, on January 15, 2026, in her 80th year. Beloved wife and best friend of Allan, cherished mother of Martyn, Anne, and Brent, treasured mother-in-law, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Loved sister of J...

On December 7, 2025, passed away peacefully at home with family, aged 88 years.  Dearly loved partner of Diane, much loved father and father-in-law of Dori and Woolly, Tony and Michelle, Brent and Anna, Gina and Simon, and Gina’s late husband Robe...

On January 12, 2026, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by loving family, aged 51 years. Loving partner of Kelly, cherished Dad of Eric (deceased), Harley, Bradley, and Riley, and their partners, loving Grandad of Paisley, and Bentley; M...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dennis on January 1, 2026, at Charles Upham Retirement Village. Dennis passed after a painful year’s fight with aggressive cancer. Cherished husband and best friend of Jennifer (Jenni). Loved...

Passed away peacefully in ICU at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, January 5, 2026, aged 80 years.  Dearly loved husband of Chris; legend of a Dad to Scott and James, their wives Monique and Erika; much-loved Grandda...

On January 11, 2026, after a long illness, aged 86 years. Much loved husband of Gill, and dearly loved father, father-in-law, and grandfather of Caroline, Andrew, Susie, Richard, David, and James. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late ...

McINTOSH, Garry Russell: On Sunday, January 4, 2026, aged 66 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Michael and Helene, loved and adored Grandad of his four grandchildren. Loved son of the late Russell and Val, loved brother and brother-in-law...

On Friday, January 9, 2026, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, aged 95 years. Adored wife of the late Mark Costigan, and of the late of Brian McGilligan, cherished mother and mother-in-law of Chris Costigan (deceased) and Larena McGregor, Mary a...