Obituaries

Born in Wellington on June 18, 1940, Carol was the only child of Richard Stanley Barrett and Patricia Mary Barrett. Beloved wife of Campbell Wakelin for 67 years, their marriage was one of deep and enduring love. As a wife and mother, she gave us eve...

On May 7, 2025, passed away peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 81 years. Dearly loved son of the late Ted and Gladys Gimblett, special brother and brother-in-law of Bill and Margaret Gimblett, Pat and Phill Shepherd, Judy and Harold Knight, Ba...

On October 18, 2025, passed away suddenly at Christchurch Hospital, in his 90th year. Dearly loved husband of Helen, much loved father and father-in-law of Mike and Karen, Phil and Jackie, and Karen and Trev, loved Pop of Alyssa, and Lauren; Alex, a...

On Thursday, February 5, 2026, aged 86 years, passed away peacefully. Dearly loved and cherished wife of Bruce for 68 years, loved mother and mother-in-law of Robyn and Brian, Judith, Derek and Kath, Ian and Chris, and Ross and Claire, adored Nan of ...

On May 11, 2025, peacefully at Wesley Care, aged 88 years. Loving wife of the late Derek, loving Mum of Robert and Carolyn, Trish and Rob, and Sandra and Dave, Nana to Kate, Tim; Jak, Callum, and Ben. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the l...

On Thursday, October 23, 2025, peacefully surrounded by family, aged 96 years.  Daughter of the late George and Ella Osborne of ‘Winfield’, Doyleston, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Joe, Sara, Rachel and Paul, Bill and Henrietta, adored ...

On February 8, 2026, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 79 years. Loved father and father-in-law of Cara and Mark, and the late Diana, loved Grumps of Will, Tom, and Ben, beloved brother of Joy (deceased), and Elsa, and special friend of Yvonn...

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 ...

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 ...

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...

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,...

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 ...

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 ...

(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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...