Obituaries

Gary (Gazza) Errol NEILL

27/02/2025
On February 27, 2025, unexpectedly, at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by family, aged 66 years. Much loved Dad of Stacey, and Monica, loved son of the late Errol and Gwynith, dearly loved friend of Sandra, and a good mate to many. Messages may be ...
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Shirley Doreen FINCH

28/02/2025
On February 28, 2025, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of her family, aged 88 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Allan, very much loved mother of Robyn, Pamela, Diana, Garry, Donna, Cherie, and their families, and loved by her...
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William Patrick “Bill” McCLARE

25/02/2025
On February 25, 2025, peacefully at Bupa Ashford, aged 96 years. Loved husband of the late Raelene, much loved father and father-in-law of Andrea and John, loved grandfather of Aaron and Kirsty, Olivia and Matt. Thank you to the staff at Bupa Ashford...
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Keith Andrew YORSTON

25/02/2025
Passed away peacefully at home, on February 25, 2025, aged 82 years.  Loved younger son of the late William David and Beatrice May Yorston, and younger brother to the late Graham David Fea.  Loving husband of the late Barbara, and Michele. Much lov...
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Victor Ewen MATHESON

19/02/2025
Passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, aged 91 years. Beloved husband of Maureen, beloved father and father-in-law of Glenda and Brian, Wendy, Neil and Roslyn, and Noel. Treasured Granddad of Brendan and Dana, and Kaylee; Anthony an...
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Margaret Isabel SCOTT

26/09/2024
Late of Rydal Downs, Okuku.  On September 26, 2024, passed away peacefully at Ballarat Rest Home, Rangiora, aged 93 years.                                  Sadly missed by many Margaret’s ashes will be interred in...
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Rod McELREA

10/02/2025
On February 10, 2025, passed the chequered flag for the final time, aged 83 years. Loved partner of Adrienne, loved father of Andy, and Jayne, and grandad of Hunter, Jack, Jasmine, and Cooper. Special thanks to the caring staff at Karadean Rest Home,...
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Merilyn Vera FORSYTH

17/02/2025
FORSYTH, Merilyn Vera: On February 17, 2025, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family aged 78 years. Devoted wife and soulmate of the late Bill, darling and most precious Mum of Zara and Carlo, Jade and Craig, adored Nanna of Lucca, Matte...
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Nelson Walter George MOFFATT

16/02/2025
MOFFATT, Nelson Walter George: Passed away on February 16, 2025, at his home in Okuku, surrounded by his loving family. Very dear and loved husband of Jan, fun-loving father and father-in-law of Tim and Tracey, Ross and Amanda, Sally and Chris, and ...
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Sherlee Ann SADLER

17/02/2025
On Monday, February 17, 2025, suddenly, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 84 years. Loved wife of the late David, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Marina and Geoff, loved grandmother of Rebecca, Chris, Ryan, Elise, and her nine great-grandchildren, lifelo...
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Leslie (Les) James THURLOW

06/02/2025
On Thursday, February 6, 2025, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family. Beloved partner of Adrienne for 34 years. Loved father of the late Cushla. Much loved by his close family Gwynn and Anna, Grandad Lum of Ollie, and Bella, and loved ...
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Rosemary Moore BARTON

11/02/2025
On Tuesday, February 11, 2025, passed away peacefully at Bupa Ashford Care Home in Christchurch, surrounded by family. Beloved wife of the late Chris. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Angela and Glenn. Adored Grandma of Ryan, and Callum. Much lo...
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Masayo TAMORI

15/02/2025
Passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 15, 2025, aged 83 years. Loved partner of the late John Hickey, loved daughter of the late Kikumaru and Tatsuko Tamori  (Japan), loved by her brothers Ichiro, Yutata, and Yozo, great friend of Mike, Willy...
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Mervyn William (Merv) TOPP

08/02/2025
On February 8, 2025, surrounded by his family, aged 83 years. Dearly loved husband of Helen. Much loved father and father-in-law of Lindsey and Carlyn, Warren and Amy, and Michael and Gabrielle. The best Granddad and Great-Granddad to his eight grand...
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Ellen ‘Mary’ Mary HOGARTH

13/02/2025
On Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 9.45pm, Mary passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, at Nurse Maude Hospice, Merivale, aged 75 years. Devoted loving wife and best friend of Michael for 56 years. A devoted and loving mother and mother-in-l...
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Matthew “Mattie” James MITCHELL

23/01/2025
Suddenly and unexpectedly on January 23, 2025, in Whistler, Canada. Much adored son of Cameron and Julie, and cherished brother of Alex. Much loved grandson of Brian and Jeanette Mason (both deceased), and Barbara (deceased) and Tony Mitchell. Loved ...
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Joy Carolyn FARRINGTON

11/02/2025
On February 11, 2025, tragically taken, aged 77 years. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Sacha and Paul, Adrian and Lis, proud and loving Nan of Evie, Lila, Lucy, and Matilda, and much loved partner of Doug. Special thanks to the Hanmer Spring...
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Jim WADDELL

07/02/2025
On February 7, 2025, passed away at Christchurch Hospital, aged 80 years. Loved husband of the late Anne, much loved father and father-in-law of William and Susan, Hamish and Kay, loved 'Grandad Jim' of Sonya, and Gemma. Loved brother and brother-in-...
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Kevin Gerard BRADLEY

10/02/2025
On Monday, February 10, 2025, peacefully at home, aged 73 years, surrounded by his family. Loved Dad and father-in-law of Jeremy and Blake, Nick and Racheal, Chris, Lance and Brylee, loved Grandad of Jackson, Wes, and Vienna, respected friend and for...
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William Gavin “Gavin” McCONE

10/02/2025
On February 10, 2025, died peacefully at Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village, aged 93 years. Much loved husband of Margaret for 63 years, much loved father and father-in-law of Annie, Dave and Lianne, loved Grandad of William, and Grace. Loved and respect...
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