Obituaries
Marie Therese BIBBEY
13/05/2026
On Wednesday, May 13, 2026, peacefully at home in Christchurch, aged 84 years. Loved wife of the late Fred, loved mother of Sandra, Catherine, Christopher, and Ruth. Loved Gummy to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and friend to many. She ...
Les (Roland Leslie) BENNETTS
21/10/2025
On Tuesday, October 21, 2025, peacefully after a short illness, in his 102nd year. Very dearly loved husband of the late Julie for a wonderful 67 years together. Loving father and father-in-law of Tim and Gillian (Wellington), Sarah and John Mander ...
Dr Paul DAVIES
10/05/2025
On Saturday, May 10, 2025, peacefully at Lady Wigram Village, aged 81 years. Dearly loved husband of Jeanne, father of Gareth, Bryan, and Owain, special Grandad to his nine grandchildren. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Dr Paul D...
David John ROBINSON
09/05/2026
On May 9, 2026, peacefully at Anthony Wilding Retirement Village, aged 79 years. Dearly loved son of the late Laurence and Alison (Joy), loved brother and brother-in-law of Marilyn and Ken Little (both deceased), and Karen and Stephen Heppelthwaite,...
Michael John FRENCH
16/02/1945 - 15/05/2025
16 February 1945 – 15 May 2025.
At home, dearly loved husband, father, son, brother, and uncle. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Michael French, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A funeral service for Michael will be held ...
Jan van den Berg
Passed away peacefully at home, on Saturday, August 2, 2025, aged 83 years. Beloved husband of Jennifer, father and father-in-law of Marc and Francesca, and stepfather and stepfather-in-law of Lasalle and Indri, and Sacha. Greatly respected and will ...
Carole Patricia "Scotty" RODDEN
14/05/2026
(Formerly of Greymouth) Passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 62 years. Carole is remembered with love, by family and close friends, and will be sadly missed. Many thanks to the staff at ICU Christchurch Hospital for ...
Maxine Joyce VELTMAN
20/05/2026
On May 20, 2026, passed away peacefully in Rangiora, aged 81 years. Dearly loved wife of Otto, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Jo and Will Bentley, Arran and Melissa, and the late Tracey, adored Nana of Sophie, Katie; Hayley, and Van. A private servic...
Diane Terese JENKINS
16/05/2026
On May 16, 2026, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, with family by her side, aged 83 years. Dearly loved wife of David, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Vaughan and Felicity, Andrea and Steve, Glenn and Mary-ann, and Leigh and Tas...
Pamela “Pam” Louise STEELE
14/05/2026
On May 14, 2026, passed away in Christchurch, aged 95 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Pat, loving mother and mother-in-law of Kay and Paul Gardner, Rosemary Steele, Joanna and James Paterson, and Nicola and Rob Goodwin. Very much loved grandmoth...
Derek TAYLOR
14/05/2026
Peacefully passed away on May 14, 2026. Best friend, soulmate and loved husband of the late Jean, loving father of Leesa Loffhagen, and Anna Webster, and Pop to Charlie, and Henry (both deceased), Fergus, and Phoebe; Harris, and Lucy. Much loved brot...
Jacqueline Margaret "Jacqui" PREEN
22/10/2025
Passed away peacefully at home, on October 22, 2025. Jacqui was a loved mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, friend, and neighbour. She will be deeply missed. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Jacqueline Preen, c/- PO Box 39001, C...
John “Noel” Noel ANDERSON
17/05/2026
On May 17, 2026, passed away peacefully, aged 93 years. Loved son of the late Jack and Mavis, loved brother of Barry (deceased), Janet Whitney, Errol (deceased), Robyn Monopoli, and Tim. Much loved uncle and great-uncle. Noel enjoyed his life, family...
Paul John Tycho SPANG
15/05/2025
On May 15, 2025, Paul passed away suddenly but peacefully at home in the arms of family, aged 60 years. Dearly loved husband of Lieza (nee Roper) for 39 years. Devoted father of Courtney, Brodie, Maddison and Keegan. Dedicated and proud Grandpop ...
Annette Joy WATSON
13/08/2025
On August 13, 2025, passed away peacefully at Bishop Selwyn, with family by her side, aged 80 years. Dearly loved wife of Kelvin, much loved Mum and mum-in-law of Trina and Steve Clarke, Shayne and Lisa, and James and Kirsty, treasured Nana to Cour...
Raymond “Ray Walter CARR
16/05/2026
On Saturday, May 16, 2026, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 81 years. Beloved husband of the late Judy, loved father and father-in-law of Roger and Helen, Janine and Matry, Catherine (deceased) and Blair, adored Grandad to all his grandchild...
Katherine Felicity MacShane
13/08/2025
On Wednesday, August 13, 2025, Kate died peacefully in Christchurch, at Holly Lea. In accordance with Kate’s wishes, a private cremation has been held. Rest In Peace.
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Brenda Coralie SHERSTONE
23/01/2026
On Friday, January 23, 2026, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 90 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Victor. Much loved mother of Mark. Cherished sister of Sylvia. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Brenda Sher...
Peter John Charles WHITTAKER
29/07/2025
On July 29, 2025, suddenly at Christchurch Hospital, aged 81 years. Devoted husband of Glynis, loved father and father-in-law of Lisa and Chris, Vanessa, Marcus and Sarah, dearly loved grandfather of Jerome, Anna, Ethan, Addison, Blake, Quincey, and ...
Trevor Ernest HARVEY
28/10/2025
(Reg. No. NZ10437 RNZN) - On Tuesday October 28, 2025, peacefully aged 99 years. Much loved husband of the late Mavis, loved father and father-in-law of Pauline (deceased) and Herbert, Yvonne and Dennis, Keith, Tim and Julie, adored Grandad of Richar...

















