Obituaries

On November 28, 2024, peacefully in her sleep, aged 91 years. Devoted and loved wife of the late Joseph, dearly loved mother of Howard, and Vanya, and mother-in-law of Duncan, cherished grandmother of Alexander, Simon, John, William, Callum, Kieran, ...

On Wednesday, March 19, 2025, died peacefully in Rangiora, surrounded by family, aged 91 years. Dearly loved and cherished wife of the late Robert for 62 years. Much loved mother and mother-in-law to Karen and Wayne Jackson, Debbie and Kelvin Ashby, ...

On Monday, September 8, 2025, at Merivale Retirement Village, Christchurch, aged 93 years. Loved wife of the late Bob for 70 years, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Lyn and Russell Frisby, Bobette and Joe Rongen, Blenddyn and Rachel, Megan and Doug And...

It is with huge sadness we let you know of the sudden, but peaceful, passing of Roger, on December 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Treasured husband of Maree, for 48 years, loved father and father-in-law of Simon and Anna Everest, and Sara...

On Monday, December 2, 2024, peacefully, at Amberley Rest Home, aged 89 years. Loved wife of the late Alf, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Linda and Stuart, David and Espie, and Sue and Murray, loved Nana and Great-Nana of Sheena, Corey, Amber (deceas...

On September 10, 2025, passed away peacefully at Addington Gardens, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband of Janet, much loved father of Andrew, and Kirstie, treasured Grandpa of Dylan, Eva, and Rosa, loved friend of Sarom. Special thanks to the staff ...

On August 22, 2024, peacefully at home, aged 88 years. Loved son of the late John (Cliff) and Ailiffe Flaws, loved brother of nine brothers and sisters, loved uncle. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Brian Flaws, c/- PO Box 39001, ...

On June 24, 2025, passed away peacefully at Chatswood Retirement Village, aged 87 years. Dearly loved wife of Neale for 65 years, beloved mother and mother-in-law of Mark, Paul and Julie, and John, and much loved aunty of Lisa, and Belinda. Thank you...

On December 10, 2025, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, surrounded by family, in her 80th year. Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Dianna and Shane, Caroline and Neil, and Alister. Much loved Nan of Dannielle, Maggie, Tom, Heather, Georgi...

Passed away peacefully on Friday, December 6, 2024, with Wendy by his side, after a short but brave battle, aged 85 years.  Treasured and loved husband of Wendy, honoured and adored Dad and father-in-law of Sean and Andrea, Rachael and Chris, Aaron ...

Sadly passed on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, aged 78 years. Beloved husband of Stella, father of Andrew, and Raewyn, and brother and brother-in-law of Mervyn and Elaine, Wendy and Rob, and Peter. Life member of Ohoka Rugby Club. Messages may be addresse...

On December 14, 2025, passed away peacefully at Charles Upham Retirement Village, in her 100th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Colin, loved mother and mother-in-law of Diane and the late Neville Smart, Lyndsay and Judy, and Lorraine and Henrik Ve...

Passed away on August 23, 2024, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 80 years. Beloved wife of the late Ian, loved and treasured mother of Debra, Mark, Shane, Catherine and their partners, and dearly loved by all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. ...

Passed away at Cashmere View Village on Friday June 20, 2025, aged 95 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Chris, mother and mother-in-law of Margaret and Kevin, Bevin and Helen, and Helen and Tim, and Grandma of Tessa, Chloe, Sarah, and Matthew. The...

On Thursday, September 11, 2025, peacefully at home. Dearly loved husband of Prue, loved father and father-in-law of Katherine and Shaun, Mandy and James, Matthew and Rachel, loved grandfather of Jack, Lucy, George, Rose, Charlie, Jacob, Chloe, and O...

The low rumble or gentle breeze you may have heard or felt at seven minutes after 1.00pm on June 25, 2025, was our lovely Julie passing through to a world beyond our comprehension, spreading her smile and joy. She will be with her husband David in sp...

(Dr. Associate Professor) With heartfelt sorrow the family wish it known that Kenneth (Ken) passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Auckland City Hospital with his sisters, Joy, and Lois by his side after a sudden medical event. Love...

On March 21, 2025, at home, in his 91st year. Dearly loved husband of Jo for 64 years, much loved father and father-in-law of Susan and Karaka, Jilly and Paddy, Katherine and Ged,  and proud Grandad Ray of Elizabeth, Hamish, Maxie, Ted, and Jack. Me...

On June 19, 2025, peacefully at Ngaio Marsh Rest Home, surrounded by her loving children, aged 95 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Jim, treasured mother and mother-in-law of Philippa and Dan, Anthony and Anne, the late Veronica, and the late Chri...

  I have finished my work, I have kept the faith, and have passed peacefully into the presence of Jesus Christ, my Saviour On Monday, December 15, 2025, aged 83 years. Now reunited with his beloved Sylvia, loved Dad and father-in-law of ...