
Tuesday, 13 October 2026
On October 7, 2026, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by his amazing and loving family. Dearly loved soulmate of Ruth, dearly loved Dad and father-in-law of David (deceased) and Lynda, Robin and Helen, Juliet and Karini, much loved Grandad of Emily, Maysie, Rory: Harriet, Lucy; Tamati, Nukumai and Haylie, and John, loved Great-Grandad of Te Hoera, Anahera, Te Paea, and Te Akau. A loved brother, brother-in-law, and uncle of the Willis, and Rountree families. Special thanks to the amazing staff of Ward 17, Parkside, Christchurch Hospital, for their care of John. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late John Willis, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A celebration of Johnâs life will be at Oaklands, corner Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Tuesday, October 13, at 10.30 am, with the burial to follow at Alford Forest Cemetery, Alford Forest Cemetery Road, at 2.30pm.
Our deepest sympathy in the sad loss of John. He was a lovely man and always greeted people with a lovely smile. Memories are so Precious. Tons of love and more from us both. Xxx Jeannette and MurrayJeannette and Murray Early
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