Obituaries

On August 6, 2026, Rona passed away in her home which she loved, in her 99th year. Cherished wife of the late Lex, dearly loved mother of Ann, Joy, and Kate, and loved mother-in-law of Mike, and Graham. Much loved Granny of Becky, Char, Penny and hus...

On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, peacefully at Burwood Hospital. Much loved husband of Susan, loved father and father-in-law of Gwynn and Anna, loved stepfather of Nathan and Michelle, Natasha and Paul, Tristan and Fiona, Taisia and Stephen, adored Gra...

On August 6, 2026, in her 90th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Francis (Frank), much loved mother and mother-in-law of Christine and Kieran, Fiona and Andrew, and Michelle. Adored Grandma of Sarah and Aaron, Michael and Clare; Regan, Paige; Jesse...

(Formerly of Ashburton) On Sunday, August 9, 2026, after a short illness, aged 79 years. Beloved wife of Tom, mother and mother-in-law of Kate and Vass, Sam and Mio, and Nick, Nana of Will, Tom, Grace, Sophie, and Jamiee. Daughter of the late Lester ...

On Monday, August 10, 2026, passed away peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospital, aged 98 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Leonard. Loved mother and mother-in-law of Annette and John Commons, Peter and Lynn Stackhouse, Carol and Kevin Daly, Gail and De...

On August 10, 2026, reunited with her loving husband Dave, embraced by the welcoming arms of her Lord and Saviour, aged 80 years. Very dear and loving Mum to Rochelle, and Stacey, mother-in-law of Phil, doting Nan to Jacob, and Nan to her 'grand-furs...

On August 8, 2026, passed away peacefully at Addington Gardens Care Centre, in her 87th year. Dearly loved wife and best friend of Murray for over 60 years, much loved Mum of Steve, and Stuart, loved mother-in-law of Kate, and treasured Nana of Harr...

On July 30, 2026, peacefully at Christchurch Public Hospital, aged 94 years.  Dearly loved husband of Rae, loving father of Lynette, Diana, Kevin (deceased), and Kathryn. Loved Grandad of William, Georgina, Cody, Jay, Millie, Jemima, Barrett, and Em...

On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, surrounded by family and friends, aged 65 years. Much loved husband of Soni, and loved father of Shane. Loved brother of Shobha (deceased), Surya (deceased), Shandhya (USA), and Sadhna (Wellington). Loved by his nieces, ...

HILL, Peter McKenzie: On Monday, July 27, 2026, passed away unexpectedly at home. Born July 12, 1950. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Judith and Don Mackenzie, and Alistair and Glenis Hill. Much loved Uncle Peter to Anne and Stephen, Nick...

On Thursday, July 30, 2026, suddenly at Christchurch Hospital, aged 61 years. Dearly loved husband of Cathy, much loved Dad of Charlotte and William, Will and Laura, and Jimmy. Loved son of Gay and the late Neville. Loved brother and brother-in-law o...

On August 1, 2026, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of Albert, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Rik and Dawn, Anna & Chris, and Joanna and Matthew. Much loved Oma of Rebecca, Peter; Daniel, Josh, Sarah, ...

On July 31, 2026, at Burwood Hospital, aged 89 years. Dearly loved wife of the late John, much loved mother and mother-in-law of Doug and Jan, Eoin and Jane, treasured Grandma of Scott, and Ryan; Jessica, Cass, and Felix, loved sister of Ivor, Noelin...

On August 2, 2026, at Nurse Maude Hospice, surrounded by family, aged 84 years. Dearly loved husband of June, much loved father and father-in-law of Mark and Beate, Brendon and Tiina, Belinda and Matt, proud and loving Grandad of his six grandchildre...

On Wednesday July 29, 2026, peacefully at home in Christchurch, aged 97 years. Beloved wife of the late Robert (Bob), cherished Mum and mother-in-law of Grant and Karen, Prudence and Cameron, and the late Wayne, adored Gran of Belinda, Benjamin, and ...

WOMAA, RNZN 13641. Passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 2, 2026, aged 90 years. Dearly loved husband of Isobel for 62 years. Much loved father and father-in-law of Craig and Anne, loved brother-in-law of Francis and Colin, Joan, and loved by h...

Passed away peacefully at home on Friday, July 31, 2026, aged 82 years, surrounded by her loving whānau. Much-loved mother of Janine, and Marlene, adored grandmother of Jasmine, Alex, Eve, Maddy, Grace, Faith, and Louis, devoted mother-in-law an...

Passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026. Dearly loved and cherished wife of the late Colin Atkinson. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Alastair and Gina, and Hamish and Joanne, and adored grandmother of Riley, Dexter, and Ruby. Loved daughter of...

2 June, 1929 - 25 July,  2026 (late of Darfield): It is with deep sadness that the family announce the passing of June, who left us peacefully at The Oaks. Dearly loved wife of the late Selwyn, with whom she shared many treasured memories, loved ste...

On Tuesday, July 28, 2026, peacefully at Bethesda Rest Home, aged 75 years.  Dearly loved mother and mother-in-law of Sarah and Damien, and Rebecca and Paul. Loved grandmother of Cameron, Dominic and Jax. Much loved sister of Sue and Doug. Now at pe...