Obituaries

On November 4, 2025, peacefully at Oxford Hospital, surrounded by family, aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of Jeannie, much loved father and father-in-law of Michael and Bronwyn, and Andrew, loved brother and brother-in-law of Daphne and the late ...

Passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, aged 61 years. Beloved husband of Claire, much loved Dad of Ben, Angus, Ruby, and Lola, Grandad of William, Roman, and Aliyah, and a dearly loved son, son-in-law, brother, uncle, nephew, and a friend to many....

On Friday, October 17, 2025, peacefully, aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Noeline for 62 years, loved father and father-in-law of Jillian and Mitch, Wendy and Steve, and Melanie, special Grandad of Sam and Katie, Emma and Mason, and Amber, Grea...

Passed away unexpectedly at home aged 72 years. Dearly loved Mum and mother-in-law of Natasha and Brett, Emma and Chris, and the late James, much loved Nana of Ava, Charlotte, Ellia, and Archer, and beloved by her pets Juno, and Jack. Messages may be...

On November 2, 2025, aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Mervyn, loved Mum of Philip, Nigel and the late Nicola, Stephanie and Dave, and Jocelyn, treasured Nan of Anna and Brett, Jessica and Robbie, Sarah and Matt; Michael and Cori, Richard ...

Passed away peacefully on November 2, 2025, at Ilam Lifecare, in her 99th year.  Adored wife of the late Ian, and cherished mother and mother-in-law of Graeme and Lynne, Alison and Clyde, and the late Peter. Proud and loving Grandma of Hannah, Lucy;...

On Thursday, October 30, 2025, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, surrounded by family. Dearest wife of Warwick for 60 years. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Nik and Mandy, Tim and Debra, and Sarah and Neil. Cherished grandmother of Olive...

On Saturday, October 25, 2025, peacefully at Alpine View Care Centre, surrounded by his loving family, in his 93rd year. Cherished and devoted husband of the late So Ying for 76 years. Treasured father and father-in-law of Audrey and Stephan Foy, Wil...

On October 24, 2025, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, aged 91 years. Dearly loved and treasured wife of the late Peter, dearly loved and cherished mother and mother-in-law of William and Phillippa, Linley and Stephen Humphries...

On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, surrounded by family, in her 80th year. Dearly loved wife and best friend of Russell for 55 years. Cherished mother and mother-in-law of Simon (deceased), and Jayne and Chief. Be...

Passed away peacefully at Lady Wigram Retirement Village, on October 31, 2025, aged 90 years. Husband of the late Judith, much loved father and father-in-law of Stephen and Samina, Robyn and Rob, and Nicola. Loving  grandfather, and great-grandfathe...

Passed away peacefully at Palm Grove Retirement Village, on Sunday, November 2, 2025, in her 87th year.  Dearly loved wife of the late Gordon, loved mother and mother-in-law of Michael, Kevin and Kaz, Andrew and Anna, and Paul and Katy. Loved grandm...

On November 1, 2025, at Arvida Ilam, aged 88 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Gerard, and the late Nick Willemse. Loved mother of Nick and Ety, Marrianne and Gerald, Michael and Gea, Antony and Angie, Jacky and Erik, loved stepmother of John and ...

On November 1, 2025, peacefully at Charles Upham Retirement Village, Rangiora, aged 94 years. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Karen and Graeme, Wayne, Adele and Arthur, and the late Neil and Ann. A treasured grandmother of her grandchildren ...

On October 30, 2025, passed away peacefully at home, aged 55 years. Dearly loved daughter of Maree and the late Bruce, much loved sister of Aaron, and Hamish. Special thanks to the many people who have loved and cared for Suzanne, especially in recen...

On October 26, 2025, aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of Pauline, loved father and father-in-law of Tremaine and Jytte, Hilton, Kelly and Glenn, loved stepdad and stepdad-in-law of the Whitaker boys and their partners; Mark and Carey-Anne, Scott a...

On Friday, September 26, 2025, in her 90th year, peacefully at Kaiapoi Lodge, where she was born in 1936. Dearly loved wife of the late Philip, adored Mum and mother-in-law of Darrin and Suzette, Jendy and Andrew; treasured Gran of Henry, Patric,...

On Monday, October 27, 2025, passed away at home, surrounded by family. Loved husband of Annette. Loved father, grandfather and friend. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Ewan Thompson, c/- 2590 Wards Road, RD 1, Darfield 7571. The ...

(Reg. No. C89748, RNZAF) On October 24, 2025, peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, aged 73 years. Dearly loved husband of Denise, much loved father and father-in-law of Clara and Mark, Amanda and Myles, proud and loving Grandad of Avril, and Eva, and a...

Passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the grand age of 101 years. Loved wife of the late Maurice, proud mother of Jenny, Ross, and Ian, grandmother of Katrina Menzies, Vanessa Stowers, and Christopher Whall; Craig, Karl, and Matthew ...