Obituaries

(17.07.1934 - 30.06.2026): Passed away unexpectedly, in his 92nd year. Much loved husband of the late Valda Hitaua for 49 years, much loved father of Julia (deceased), and Suzanne. Dearly loved grandfather of Leela, Aaron, Derek, Ethan, and Mariah,...

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...

On Sunday, August 31, 2025, after a short battle with cancer, aged 81 years. Loved husband of Liz for 60 years, loved Dad, and father-in-law of Tracy and Phil (Queensland), Scott and Carol, loved Grandad and Great-Grandad of Andrew and Jess, Anthony ...

On Saturday, November 29, 2025, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, aged 74 years. Much loved friend, confidant and all-round good guy. Special thanks to the staff of Holmwood Lifecare Rangiora for their compassionate care of Alistair. Messages m...

On Saturday, September 19, 2026, peacefully at Burwood Hospital, aged 94 years. Dearly loved father and father-in-law of John and Linda, Kel and Helen, and Margot and Stephen. Loved Grandad of Amelia, Oliver, George, Stacey, Tim, Jack, Cassie, Ari an...

On June 14, 2025, peacefully at Addington Gardens, aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband of Ruth for 63 years, loved father and father-in-law of Michael and Alison, and Anthony and Tracey, loved grandfather of Rubina, Jackson, and Thomas, loved brother...

On June 24, 2026, passed away peacefully at Windsorcare, aged 78 years. Dearly loved wife of Ken for 58 years, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Graeme and Tanya, Sophia and Darren, Liza and Kevin, Sharon, Tony and Vanessa, treasured Nana of Nik...

On Sunday, September 20, 2026, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, aged 88 years.  Beloved wife of the late Bert. Cherished mother of Christine and Susan, sister of Bev, and Nana of Cass and Natalie.  Loved by her wider family. Many thanks to t...

On June 13, 2025, passed away peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, aged 73 years. Dearly loved wife of Charlie, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Sharlene and Daniel McClure, Tarsha and Kyran Austin, and Shane. Loved Granny of Haydn; Deacon, and C...

Passed away at Christchurch Hospital, on November 28, 2025, aged 79 years. Much loved and cherished partner of Chris, loved and treasured Mum of Lynn, and the late Paul. Marg was a loved extended family member and a great friend to many. She will be ...

Karen, Hayden, and Morgan are heartbroken to announce that Peter passed away at home, surrounded by his family, on June 27, 2026, aged 72 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Karen, much loved Dad and father-in-law of Hayden and Louise, an...

Passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026, surrounded by his family, aged 88 years. He is survived by his wife Monica - married 62 years, daughter Sarah Morgan and son-in-law Tim Fugit, and grandson Scott Bell and his fiancé Renzo Villamero. Hug...

On November 16, 2025, died peacefully, aged 102 years. Loved husband of the late Ruth Aylmer Steel (nee Brodrick), loved father and father-in-law of Jeremy and Charlotte, and Felicity and Bruce, loved grandfather of William, Frances, Harriet, Sam, Ol...

On June 24, 2026, peacefully at Bainswood on Victoria. Loved husband of Greta, loved Dad and father-in-law of Danielle and Andy, Karl, and Regan, and devoted Grandad of all his grandchildren.  The family would like to thank all those who have cared ...

On March 25, 2026, at Burwood Hospital, in his 96th year. Dearly loved husband of the late Colleen. Special thanks to the staff at Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village, and the doctors and nurses at Christchurch and Burwood Hospitals. Messages may be addre...

On Sunday, August 31, 2025, at Bupa Ashford, Prebbleton, aged 85 years. Dearly loved husband of Neroli for 62 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Glenn, Brent and Sumi, Deane and Tracey, Carol, Bev. Much loved Grandad of Rebekah and Adam, H...

Air Commodore, OBE, RNZAF (Retired).On Tuesday, December 2, 2025, passed away peacefully at Burwood Hospital, aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Claire, for 65 years, much loved father and father-in-law of Lynne and Thad, and Philip and ...

On November 23, 2025, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 76 years. Much loved husband of Shirley, loved father and father-in-law of Hayden and Laura, treasured Granddad of Max. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Avalon and Gary (both deceased), Jean and...

On Monday, June 29, 2026, peacefully at home, aged 63 years. Loved father of James, dearly loved son of Barbara and the late Bill, brother and brother-in-law of Dean and Svetlana, uncle of Luke, Gabriel, and Leon. Special thanks to all the medical te...

Our dear boy, son of Tom Coots and Cherry Ma, blessed this earth for two days. So loved by so many, your Nanas, aunties, uncles, cousins and all of Mum and Dad’s friends. We are so proud of you our darling boy. Messages may be addressed to: The fam...