Obituaries

On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, peacefully, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 66 years. Loved husband, and best friend of the late Bronwyn, loved Dad and father-in-law of Amanda and Coco, and Glen and Kelsey, adored Pop of Harper, Isabella, Levi, Gus, and ...

Died peacefully on Thursday, 19 December 2024, aged 88 years, surrounded by family. Dearly loved wife of the late Graeme for 61 years. Precious Mum and mum-in-law of Helen and Warwick Simons, Alison and the late Gerald Whitla, Heather and the late Ri...

On January 1, 2025, peacefully in her sleep, in her 83rd year.  Devoted wife of the late Frank and loving companion of Derek Baker.  A proud, loving and a devoted mother and mother-in-law of John and Lisa, Mark and Nadine, Craig and Janine, and And...

Passed away at Christchurch Hospital on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, aged 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Mick, cherished Mum of Shaun, Brodie, Jason, and Lisa, much loved Nana of 10 grandchildren and Nana the Great of 6 great-grandchildren. Messag...

(05.12.1943 - 05.01.2025) His wishes were granted - Ian passed away at Oxford Hospital, at the place where he was born. Dearly loved and devoted husband of Wendy, loving and kind father and father-in-law of Nicola, and Andy, and a special dad of Simo...

Suddenly, on January 3, 2025, aged 61 years. Loving husband and father of Jan, and Ella, brother and brother-in-law of Ian and Sheree, Deanne, Christine,  Clark, and Kim, son-in-law of Bunty.   ‘His innings may be over, but the melody o...

On January 1, 2025, Max cemented his status as the Christmas and New Year's grinch when he passed away peacefully in ICU at Christchurch Hospital.  Max was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather to his family, Cheryl, Andrea, Damon and Emmie, Mi...

On Sunday, January 5, 2025, surrounded by loving family, aged 78 years. Much loved husband and soulmate of Carol, treasured father and father-in-law of Richard and Kerry, Nicky and Tamati, adored Grandad of Noah, Aidan, Riley, and Brodie. Messages ma...

On Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 94 years. Loving husband of Mary Estelle for 68 years, loving father of Rosemary, Jeffrey, Cathryn, John, Philippa, and Annemarie, father-in-law of Kevin, Andrea, Colin, Natalie, Ross, an...

On Monday, December 30, 2024, peacefully, at Edith Cavell Lifecare, Christchurch, aged 94 years. Loved wife of the late Geoff, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Gaynor and Colin, John, Wayne and Leona, Brett and Janice and the late Karen, adored Nana of...

HAYES, June Elva, On Monday, December 30, 2024, peacefully at Holly Lea, with her family by her side, in her 107th year. Devoted wife of the late Denis, cherished mother of Ann, and the late Kirk, much loved mother-in-law of the late Bill, and lovin...

Our beloved wife, Mum and Nana passed peacefully at home surrounded by family, on Christmas Eve 2024, aged 75 years. After a rough few years, battling a number of health issues, the fight has now come to an end. Dearly love wife of Charlie, loving Mu...

On December 27, 2024, peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, aged 57 years. Loved wife of Douglas, loved and devoted Mum of Bryce, and Rhiannon, loved sister of Rhonda and her family, and a loyal companion to Lily.  Many thanks to the ...

Passed away on December 23, 2024, aged 82 years. Dearly loved wife, and very best friend of Richard (Dick) Kitto for the past 59 years. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Lisa and Mark Tinning, Sharon and Tahu Loper, and Mike Kitto. Much loved gr...

Peacefully, surrounded by family, on December 27, 2024, aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Elvie, much loved father and father-in-law of Kevin (deceased), Steve and Vicky, Craig and Gemma, and Julie-Ann. A proud Grandad of his grandchild...

On December 25, 2024, peacefully at Holmwood - Rangiora Lifecare, aged 102 years. Beloved husband of Maria, much loved father and father-in-law of Alex and Tracy, and Petra, loved Grootvader of Brianna and Willem. Many thanks to the team at Holmwood ...

PITT, Joyce May: Peacefully in her sleep, on December 26, 2024, aged 100 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Keith, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Graeme and Toni, and Dianne, and a much loved grandmother and great-grandmother. Messages may ...

On December 19, 2024, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital. Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Brian, Patrick, and Betty (all deceased), Tony (deceased) and Trish, Jenny and David (deceased) Kevin, Marcella and Anh. A much loved aunt...

On December 23, 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends, aged 75 years. Devoted and most loveable husband and best friend of Kay, dearly loved Dad and father-in-law of Craig and Sharon, and Nigel and Elisha, father of the heart of L...

On December 20, 2024, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital with family by her side. Dearly loved wife of Phil, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Benny, Sky and Ben, and loved step-mother of Gethin. Adored Nana of Amelia, and Josie. ...