Obituaries

On October 22, 2022, peacefully, aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Omaha, loved father and father-in-law of Robert and Anne-Marie, Paua to all his Mokopuna. A Service to celebrate Russell’s life will be held in our AvonPark Chapel, cn...

On February 1, 2023, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, with family by her side. Devoted wife of the late Bruce, loved mother and mother-in-law of Grant and Bronwyn, Craig and Joanne, loved Nana Audrie of Ben and Emily, Mark and Jess, loved sister-...

On Thursday, October 27, 2022, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 91 years. Much loved husband, now reunited with Mary, loved father and father-in-law of Tom and Jane, Jeremy and Nerolie, Hamish (deceased), and James and Gabrielle. Much loved ...

On Friday, August 18, 2023, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, after a short illness, in his 90th year. Loved husband of Pauline, loved Dad and father-in-law of Nicki and Barry, Karen and Steve, Geoff and Brigit, loved Poppa of Ryan, Olivia, Elliot...

On August 22, 2023, passed away peacefully at Charles Upham, Rangiora, in her 83rd year. Dearly loved wife of Doug, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Karen and Mark, the late Chris, Nicky and Graham, and Hamish and Janelle. Adored nana of Andrew...

On March 13, 2024. Dear wife of the late John, loved mother of Sarah, and Martin, Granny and Nana of Alexander and Megan, and Helen; Jessamy, and David and Shanyn, and great-grandmother of Jasper and Clara. Loved daughter of the late Martin and Marga...

On May 16, 2023, passed away at Summerset on Cavendish Retirement Village, aged 86 years. Loved mother of Sandra, Carol, Tony, and Julie. Loved grandmother and great-grandmother. A special thanks to all the staff at Summerset on Cavendish for the won...

(Family Doctor.  MNZM): On August 23, 2023, died peacefully at Holly Lea Care Centre, aged 92 years. Dearly loved husband of Olwyn, loved father and father-in-law of Felicity, and Richard and Fiona, treasured Grandpa of Mason and Sophie, and loved b...

Peacefully on December 6, 2023, in the love of her family, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Jim, much loved mother of Philippa, James (deceased), Caroline, and Thomas, Granny of Oliver, Jonathon, Amos, Charlie, Rosa, Piet, and Hazel, and ...

On Saturday, March 16, 2024, peacefully at Burwood Hospital, aged 92 years. Dearly loved husband of the late May, loved Dad and father-in-law of Russell and Gill (UK), Anne and Steve Rab, Sharon and Les Smith, very much loved, and very proud Grandad ...

On October 19th 2022, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, aged 64 years. Dearly loved and respected husband of Christine, loving and supportive dad of Adam, Kimberly, and Sam, loved father-in-law of Avril, Richard, and Courtn...

Passed peacefully, on January 30, 2023, at Elmswood Hospital, aged 90 years. Cherished daughter of the late John and Mabel Stirling, loved sister of Joan, Valmai and Neil, Ngaire and Les, Beverley, Doug and Shirley (all deceased), Kevin, Janice and t...

On August 20, 2023, passed away peacefully at Ultimate Care Karadean, Oxford, aged 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Ashley, loved mother and mother-in-law of Justin and Tali, loved nana of Andrew, and Nathan. Special thanks to Mary Connelly, Maria ...

On Monday, November 27, 2023, peacefully at home. Renowned musician, and friend to many. As were Brian’s wishes, there will be no funeral. A memorial  in Christ Church Transitional Cathedral will be held in 2024. Date to be advised....

(1937-2024): On March 16, 2024, passed away peacefully, aged 86 years. Beloved wife and soulmate of the late Keith, much loved mum of Craig and Kirstie (deceased), Lance and Emma, Aaron and Vicki, Shaun and Carolyn (deceased), and Angela and Clinton....

Passed away at Archer Village in Christchurch, on 15 March, 2024, aged 82 years. Loved wife of Bob, loved and cherished mum of Delwyn, and the late Stephen, best step-mum of Wayne, Deb, and Russell, treasured grandmother, and great-grandmother, loved...

On October 25, 2022, after a short illness, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife, now reunited with the late Bill. A loved mother and mother-in-law of Geoff and Maxine, and the late Jane and Peter Watson, John and Glenys, and Pa...

On August 21, 2023, unexpectedly and peacefully, at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by family, aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband of Ann for 66 years, much loved father and father-in-law of Linda and Bill, Nicola and David, David and Nadine, and R...

On Thursday, August 17, 2023, peacefully, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 91 years. Beloved husband of Jennifer, loved brother-in-law of Alison, Lesley and Roy, loved uncle of Gareth and Mirabel, James, Oren and Laura, Celia and Daniel, and Matthew, g...

On Saturday, March 16, 2024, peacefully, aged 80 years. Loved son of the late Bert and Ellen, loved younger brother of the late Garth, loved cousin of Jan. Immense thanks to all the carers and friends, and to the wider community for ensuring Richard�...