Obituaries

Passed away peacefully at Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village, on March 8, 2025, aged 94 years. Beloved wife of the late Alan, loved and loving mother and mother-in-law of Jeff and Michele, Kate and Alan, treasured Nana of Emily, Joanna, and Renee; Hannah...

On Thursday September 4, 2025, peacefully with family at his side, aged 67 years. Loved husband of the late Lorraine, loved brother and brother-in-law of Steven (deceased), Lance (deceased), Carl (deceased), Shane and Angela, Karina (deceased) Darryn...

On November 22, 2025, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 71 years. Dearly loved partner of Heather, much loved father and father-in-law Nicole Fairbairn, Grant and Rya, Mark and Nikki, loved Lollipop of Freddie, and Leo; Kaise, an...

5.2.1960 – 8.3.2025: Much loved wife of Tim for 44 years, beloved Mum and Mum-in-law of Bridget and Simon Cantem (Rolleston), Gemma and Jeremy Fry (Auckland), Justine and Dan Edmonds (South Korea).  Proud and besotted Nana of Rosie, Emma, and Abby...

Peter passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, at his home in Balcairn, with family by his side, aged 78 years. Dearly loved husband of Alwyn, much loved father and father-in-law of Darren and Toni, and Gareth and Alanna, adored by his grandchildren an...

On March 12, 2025, passed away peacefully at Charles Upham Retirement Village, Rangiora, aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Paul, much loved Mum of Grant, loved daughter of the late John and Betsy Grant (Winton). Loved cousin to Valerie Gr...

Passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, aged 61 years. Much loved son of Fay Beckingsale, and the late Paul Rodrigues, brother of Nicholas, and the late Stephen. Peter was much loved by his extended family and friends. Messages may be addressed to: T...

Retired Captain NZ Army - On March 17, 2026, passed away peacefully at Bainswood on Victoria, with family by his side, only 3 days prior to his 87th birthday. Dearly loved husband of the late Patricia, much loved Dad of Maryann, and Jenefer, loved fa...

On March 12, 2025, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by family, aged 96 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Harry, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Kirstie and the late Harry, Andrew and Nicky, the late Joanna, Nicky...

On June 19, 2025, passed away peacefully at Parklands Hospital, aged 93 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Ian, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Fraser and Nicky, treasured Grandma of Alexander and Mitchy, loved great-grandmother of Evelyn. S...

On August 29, 2025, passed away after a short illness, at Middlepark Rest Home, in her 99th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Tom, much loved mother of Barry, Diane, and the late Neroli. Special thanks to the staff at Middlepark Rest Home for their...

On March 9, 2025, Grace’s brave battle with Parkinson’s ended. Loved partner, mother, sister, and aunt. Heartfelt thanks to all the friends who have continued to visit and support Grace over the last few years. Sincere thanks also, to the staff ...

Passed away at Christchurch Hospital, on Saturday, June 7, 2025, aged 85 years. Dearly loved partner of the late Lynne, much loved father and father-in-law of Croydon and Karen, and Joanne, and deeply missed by his grandchildren. Lente Sed Attente...

Passed away peacefully, at Anthony Wilding Retirement Village, on November 30, 2025, aged 81 years. Devoted and caring wife of the late Jim Winchester, loving and nurturing Mum of Megan, Gareth and Jenalyn, treasured Grandma of Ethan, Javier, Stanley...

On March 6, 2025, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, with family by his side, aged 79 years. Dearly loved husband of Pam, much loved father and father-in-law of Mike and Hannah, and Anthony and Kylie, adored Grandad of James, and Ollie...

Passed away peacefully at Diana Isaac Retirement Village, on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, in her 96th year. Much loved wife of the late Russell, and sadly missed by her daughters and grandchildren. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Merl...

On Saturday, August 30, 2025, peacefully at Summerset at Avonhead, aged 92 years. Dearly loved husband of Annette, much loved father and father-in-law of Susan (deceased), Vicki, Mark and Nikki, Jonathan and Claire, and Angela and Hamish. Loved Grand...

On Friday, June 13, 2025, peacefully, at Essie Summers, aged 88 years. Loved and adored partner of the late Diana, loved Dad and father-in-law of Sue, Mick and Jayne, Graham and Deirdre, Chis and Ingrid, loved Grandad of Kate, Steve, Kylie, Natalie, ...

Passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025, in her 89th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Ron Bertenshaw, treasured Mum and mother-in-law of Donna and Dave Fletcher, Nicky and Gary Franks, and Jo Bertenshaw and Benson Haywood. Adored Nan of Ben an...

On Friday, June 13, 2025, peacefully, at George Manning Village, surrounded by her family, aged 75 years. Loved Mum and mother-in law of Kirsten and Geoff (Perth), and Andrew and Tania, loved colleague, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed t...