Antony ‘Tony’ Robert Ellis

On Wednesday, September 3, 2025, passed peacefully, aged 83 years. Loved husband of Marlene for 53 years, loved Dad and father-in-law of Graeme and Sandy, Philip, Annette, Michelle and Murray, adored Grandad of Rachel and Josh, Philippa and Greer, Matt, Ryan and Naomi, Andy and Holly, Ashleigh and Khaiden, and Misty, and Great-Grandad to many. Loved brother, brother-in-law, and friend. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Tony Ellis, PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. Special thanks to the staff at Christchurch Hospital, and at Charles Upham for their loving care. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. John would be appreciated, and may be made online at stjohn.org.nz. The funeral service in celebration of Tony’s life will be held at Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Tuesday, September 9, at 10.30am.