Obituaries

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 October 13, 2024, suddenly but peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 74 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Sandy, loved mother and mother-in-law of Tracey and Dan. At Dusanka’s request, a private cremation has taken place....

On July 13, 2024, passed away peacefully at Admatha Lodge Care Home, aged 88 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Gordon, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Steve and Mary-Sue, Bev and Warren, Simon (deceased), and Mel and Jason, loved nana of Ke...

On October 12, 2024, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 82 years. Dearly loved wife of Bruce for 62 years, much loved mother of Louise, and Anne, proud and loving Nanny of her seven grandchildren. Messages may be addressed to: The family of th...

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 ...

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...

Passed away peacefully on October 13, 2024, at Charles Upham Retirement Village in Rangiora. Beloved wife of Smokey (Rodney). Mother and mother-in-law of Debbie and Graham, Pam and Mark, Tracey, and Sheryl (deceased). Grandmother of Ayla, Jaden, Red,...

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 ...

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...

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.  ...

On October 18, 2024, in his 90th year. Much loved husband of Anne, loved father and father-in-law of John and Justine, Phil and Arlene, Richard, Simon and Karen, Steve (deceased) and Julie, Matthew and Tracy, Hamish and Ros, loved grandfather and gre...

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 ...

(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...

On October 21, 2025, passed peacefully into God’s care, aged 85 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Tony, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Elizabeth and Gerry, Richard and Janine, and Racheal, treasured grandmother of Madeleine, Kathryn, and...

On Thursday, October 17, 2024, peacefully, at Bishop Selwyn Village, aged 81 years. Adored husband of Hennie, loved Dad and father-in-law of Pieter and Nyree, Yvonne and Mike, loved Opa of Tess, Ben and Grace, Krissy, Josh, and Emily. Messages may be...

BODGER, Darryn Lionel: On October 25, 2025, passed away unexpectedly at Christchurch Hospital, aged 70 years. Dearly loved husband and best friend of Margie. Very loved father and father-in-law of Megan and Scotty, Hayden and Belinda, Matt, and Kelly...

On Thursday, October 24, 2024, peacefully, aged 98 years. Dearly loved wife of the late John, devoted Mum and mother-in-law of Anne and Ian Forne, and Lorna and Willem van den Ende, cherished Gran of Chris, John, Hanneke, Saskia, and Mattias, special...

On January 31, 2025, at Nurse Maude Hospital, Christchurch, after a brief battle with cancer, aged 78 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Allan, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Nathan, and Bryce and Kate, loved grandmother of Thomas, Adam, an...