On Wednesday, September 3, 2025, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, surrounded by family, aged 96 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Valmai. Much loved father and father-in-law of Graeme and Ann, Kate and John, and Deborah and Jim. Cherished grandfather of Ashley, Lauren, Olivia, Nicholas, Geraldine, and Tasman. Treasured Great-Grandad of Mervyn, and Goldie.

Forever in our hearts

Many thanks to the amazing staff at Nurse Maude, and Dr John Peebles, for their kind, devoted care of Allan. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Allan Merrin, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch, 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude would be appreciated and may be made online at nursemaude.org.nz. A celebration of Allan’s life will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Wednesday, September 10, at 10:00am, followed by interment at Avonhead Memorial Cemetery.