Passed peacefully, at Nurse Maude Hospice, surrounded by his loving family, on December 22, 2022, aged 22 years. Loved and loving husband and soulmate of his devoted wife Sela-Maria, who never left his side. Much loved son of Andrew and Karen, proud and best big brother of Daniel and Zoya, absolute and most cherished son-in-law of Katrina, treasured grandson, loved extended family member, friend, and proud member of “The dolphin guys”. Heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported Adam, and his family. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Adam Atkinson c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In memory of Adam, donations to Nurse Maude Hospice would be appreciated, and may be made and the service, or online at nursemaude.org.nz. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated in Christ the King Catholic Church, 90 Greers Road, Burnside, on Thursday, December 29, at 11.00am, interment thereafter at Memorial Park Cemetery. The recitation of the Rosary will be held in Christ the King Catholic Church on Wednesday, December 28, at 5.30pm.

For those attending Adam’s service, you are encouraged to wear something purple, and invited to bring garden flowers for him.

To watch a livestream of the service, please click here.