Obituaries

Passed away peacefully at home in Christchurch. According to Garth's wishes, a private burial has been held....

On Friday, February 27, 2026, unexpectedly, aged 30 years. Much loved son of Bob Turnbull and Hayley Coughlan, adored father of Isabella, loved brother of Jessica, and the late Andrew, uncle of Jason, and Bailey, soul-mate and best friend of Jodi Sop...

Passed away suddenly and unexpectedly, on February 20, 2025, aged 88 years. Much loved and cherished father and father in-law of Mick and Janice, Stephen and Donna. Treasured Poppo of Isobella, and Finlay. Much loved brother and uncle of Shony, IIonk...

Peacefully with family at his side, on August 20, 2025, aged 75 years. A dearly loved father, father-in-law, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to many. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Ivan Williamson, c/- PO Box 39001 Chris...

On Thursday,  February 20, 2025, passed away in Christchurch. Loving daughter of the late Norm and Rita. Friend to many in Christchurch. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Pamela Ayers, c/- James Ayers, PO Box 19819, Christchurch 8...

On Monday, August 18, 2025, peacefully at Anthony Wilding Rest home, aged 93 years. Loved husband of the late Margaret, loved son of the late Tom and Dolly, loved brother and brother-in-law of Margaret Laver (deceased), Mary and the late George Cole,...

On Tuesday, February 25, 2025, peacefully, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 78 years. Loved wife of Pieter for 52 years, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Susan and Paul, and Jason and Michelle, loved Nana and Oma of Vanessa, Liam, Logan, and Braxton, lov...

(Formerly of Cheviot) On Friday, May 30, 2025, peacefully, surrounded by loving family, in her 92nd year. Loved wife of the late Lin, adored Mum of Paul, Robyn, Lesley, and Peter, and mother-in-law of Pattie, Ross, and Lisa, treasured Granny and Grea...

Peacefully at Christchurch Hospital on Friday, November 14, 2025, aged 91 years. Loved wife of the late William, Mammy and mother-in-law of Ann, Hugh and Jackie, Mary and Aaron, Granny of Cameron, Kyle and Grant, Bryce and Amanda, Samuel and Kirsty,�...

On Saturday, February 21, 2026, peacefully, aged 85 years. Loved husband of the late Pui Fong, loved Dad and father-in-law of Rodney and Jin, and the late Gavin, loved Grandad of Lucas, remembered and respected by his extended family in New Zealand a...

On Thursday, June 11, 2026, passed away peacefully in Christchurch Hospital, at the impressive age of 94 and three quarters. Much loved husband of the late Daphne, father and father-in-law of Tony and Juliana, Anthea and Peter, and Adam and Stewar...

Passed peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on February 27, 2025, aged 85 years.  Husband of the late Lynette Findlay, loving father of Leeann and Jane, loved and cherished Dad of Janice, treasured grandfather of Ethan, Elijah, and Lucy, and...

Kathleen’s life of accomplishment and love ended near her home in Lincoln, New Zealand, attended by her family and friends, due to the rare and incurable type of cancer she had lived with for 2 years. Kathleen was the first child of Robert Allard a...

On Friday, February 27, 2026, peacefully, at Elmswood Hospital, aged 68 years. Loved wife of Ian for 45 years, loved Mum and mother-in-law of Raewyn and Jason, adored Nanny of Zoe, loved daughter of Des and Heather, and daughter-in-law of Betty and t...

On Monday, May 26, 2025, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of Shirley for 69 years. Greatly loved father of Wayne, and Gary. Cherished grandfather of Ellery, and Emma. Much loved brother of the late Geoffrey,...

(Formerly of Kaikoura, Amberley, and of late Kauri Lodge, Riccarton). On August 21, 2025, passed peacefully at Burwood Hospital, with family by her side. Dearly loved wife of the late Michael, much-loved mother of Leah, and James, loved mother-in-law...

On March 2, 2026, at Summerset on Cavendish, aged 91 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Robyn. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Bob and Jen, Louise and Allistair, the late Brian and Diana. Loved brother-in-law of the Cole family. Loved uncle ...

On June 3, 2026, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, aged 67 years. Adored partner, soulmate, and best friend of Rob, dearly loved Mum of Jamie, Layton, and Ashley. Grandma of Tane, Kahu, and Wolf, treasured sister and sister-in-law...

Passed peacefully at Arvida St Albans, Christchurch, on Thursday, May 29, 2025, aged 90 years. Loved mother of Roger, Geoffrey, Peter, and the late Beverley. Loved grandmother of Emma, Ashley, Rebecca, Libby, and Edward, and great-grandmother of Will...

On Tuesday, March 3, 2026, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, surrounded by family. Dearly loved husband of the late Sheryl. Much loved father and father-in-law of Alistair and Anna, Craig and Kate, and Stephen and Kirst. Adored grandfather of R...