Obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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...

On June 24, 2025, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 93 years. Respected former husband of the late Ainsley, and the late Diane. Loved father of the late Brent, loved brother of the late Elma Cameron, Graham, and Neville, and a lov...

On August 11, 2024, peacefully at Russley Village, aged 95 years. Much loved mother of Michael Hobbs, and Delia White, loved grandmother of Fiona, and Anna; Hamish, Guy, and Gina, and a loved great-grandmother of her five great-grandchildren. Special...

On May 30, 2024, peacefully at Summerset at Wigram, aged 80 years. Dearly loved partner of the late Robin Ives, much loved and treasured mother and mother-in-law of John and Gina, Vicki and Andrew, and Pip and Alex, loved Nana of Zane, Ben, and Luka;...

Died peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice, Christchurch, on  August 24, 2024, aged 80 years. Beloved wife of the late John Francis Kitto, loved mother of Aaron, and Raegan, cherished Grandma of Connor, Alex, Chiara and Matthew. Special thanks to the Co...

On December 1, 2024, passed away at Bainswood on Victoria in Rangiora, aged 87 years. Much loved husband of Heather, loved father and father-in-law of Lynne, Michael and Debra, Craig and Denise.  Loved Grandad of Rachel and Laura, Bradley and Ashlei...

On June 23, 2025, passed away peacefully at Palm Grove Rest Home, aged 85, with loving family by his side. Dearly loved husband of 47 years to Barbara.  A much loved and treasured Dad to Tracy, Erin and Kelly. Respected father-in-law to Brad and Pie...

On June 2, 2024, peacefully at Ultimate Care Karadean, Oxford, aged 97 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Geoffrey, loved mother and mother-in-law of Gavin and Mary, Kathryn and David, Anne and Paul, Ross and Celia, and Jane and Paul, treasured Nan...

On August 21, 2024, peacefully at Charles Upham Retirement Village, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Mel, mother and mother-in-law of Neville and Jo, Linda and Paul, and Lisa. Treasured Nana of Mikayla and Hamish, Deon, Jadyn, Liam and Ki...

(Formerly Skerten) Passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024, in her 97th year. Deeply cherished by her family, extended family, and by her many friends. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Mary Hosking, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchur...

Passed away peacefully at Charles Upham Hospital, Rangiora, on May 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, aged 82 years. Dearly loved husband and soulmate of Anne. Dearly loved father and friend of Chris and Sonya, Jason, Joanne, Mike and Kim, an...