Obituaries

On Saturday, January 31, 2026, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, surrounded by family. Husband of Helen, much loved father and father-in-law of Kim and Stan, and Stephen and Nic. Treasured stepfather of Maree, Steve, and Tony and Lee-Ann. Cheri...

On Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at home in Christchurch, aged 85 years.  Dearly loved brother of Gilchrist, Wellesley (deceased), Jennifer (deceased), Margaret, and Sheena. A much loved brother-in-law, uncle, and friend. Messages may be addressed to: T...

Passed peacefully at his home in Amberley, on Monday, January 20, 2025, aged 87 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend for 65 years of Heather, loved Dad and father-in-law of Danny and Fi (Brisbane), and Vicky and Peter Black, loved Grandad Ron ...

On Thursday, July 31, 2025, peacefully, surrounded by family, aged 91 years. Loved father and father-in-law of Jane and Colin, Susie and Ollie, Penny, Kate, Johnny and Rose, dearly loved Grandad and Great-Grandad. Messages may be addressed to: The fa...

On October 3, 2024, at Christchurch, aged 80 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Violet, special friend of Midge Cossar, much loved father of Brian, and Rhonda, treasured Grando of Grace, Lois, Alisha, and Jack, loved brother and brother-in-law o...

It is with sadness to announce that on January 11, 2025, after a long struggle, Margaret had a peaceful transition surrounded by love, aged 95 years. Margaret will finally be reunited with her adored husband Raymond, whom she mourned every day, dearl...

CALDWELL, Helen Maureen: Passed away peacefully at Burwood Hospital, in the early hours on Friday, October 4, 2024, aged 86 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Doug, adored and cherished Mum of Mark, Dwight, Aaron, and Melissa, and their partners N...

Sadly passed away at home, aged 65 years. Much loved son of the late Mick and Frances. A loved brother and brother-in-law of Robin (deceased) and Susie, Diane and Rob Brown, Annette Rains, Karen and Mike Clarke, Rachel Leary and the late Phil Calwell...

(formerly Pullon): On April 27, 2025, peacefully at Rose Court Retirement Village, aged 91 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Alastair Pullon, and the late Wally Sumner, much loved mother of Stephen, Rose, Bernard, and Jennifer, loved grandmother o...

On Monday, July 28, 2025, passed away peacefully at Bupa Ballarat, Rangiora, aged 78 years. Loved youngest son of the late Helen and Henry (Harry) Adams. Loved brother and brother-in-law of the late Robyn and Raylee Adams, the late Janice and Robin (...

Passed away peacefully at WesleyCare, on Monday, October 13, 2025, aged 98 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Norman Robert, and a much treasured mother and mother-in-law of Beverley and Bill, Judith and Keith, Alister and Sheila, David and Deb, Gr...

Sadly, passed away at Albarosa Rest Home, aged 99 years. Loved and cherished wife of the late Hector (Mac) McLay, loved mother of Russell (deceased), Robyn, Allan, and Jeffrey, loved mother-in-law of Jenny, Megan, Rock, Sue, and Wendy, cherished Nana...

On Friday, January 30, 2026, peacefully at Alpine View Care Centre, aged 92 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Fred, much loved Mum and mother-in-law of Jenny, and Liz and Roger. Loved Gran of Sarah, and Emma; Rebekah, and Mitchell. A special thank...

On October 5, 2024, passed away peacefully at Addington Gardens, aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of Joy, much loved father and father-in-law of Sandra and Peter van Hout, Kay Addei, and Brent and Jo. Adored Granddad of George and Heather, Isabell...

Passed away unexpectedly at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by close family, on May 3, 2025, aged 76 years. Dearly loved husband of Carol. Loving Dad and father-in-law of Scott and Jessica, Megan and Mike. Cherished Grandad of Lexi, Caleb, Hunter, ...

(formerly Green): On Monday, July 28, 2025, peacefully, surrounded by love, aged 84 years. Loved daughter of the late Alice and Bill Hegan, loved wife of the late Leo, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Kim Green and the late Brian ‘Clarky’ Clark (Pi...

Passed away at Ashford Care Home, Prebbleton, on October 14, 2025, in her 92nd year. Dearly loved soulmate and wife of the late Hugh, loved mother and mother-in-law of Peter and Susan, Roz and Kent, Liz and Jody. Loved Nanny of her grandchildren Jess...

On Friday, January 30, 2026, peacefully, aged 82 years. Loved wife of the late Bryan, loved Mum of Grant, and Colin, loved Nana, mother-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Lynd...

On October 7, 2024, peacefully at Elmswood Retirement Village, Christchurch, aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Stanley, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Sally and Gary Hall, and Julie and John Currey, loved Grandma of Sarah, Jessica,...

On October 16, 2025, at Banbury Park Care Centre, surrounded by her loving family, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of Peter, loved mother and mother-in-law of Paul and Julie, Christine and Jonathan, and James, adored grandmother of Madeline, Beatrice, an...