On September 3, 2024, Bev passed away peacefully at George Manning Lifecare after a long and fulfilling life, aged 88 years. Cherished wife and soulmate of the late Neil O’Brien, treasured mother and mother-in-law of Christine and Terry Sullivan, Linda (Australia), and the late Tim, incredibly proud and adored grandma of Patrick Sullivan, and Kate and Anthony Hope (Australia), totally besotted great-grandma of Mac Sullivan. Loved sister of Joy (deceased), Garry, Helen, Ron (deceased), axnd Geoffrey, and a much loved sister-in-law and aunt. She will be sadly missed.

At peace with the enduring love of her life.

Thanks to all the staff at George Manning for their tender loving care of Bev over these last weeks. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Beverly O’Brien, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In accordance with Bev’s wishes, a private cremation will be held. Family and friends are warmly invited to attend an informal celebration of Bev’s life in the Community Lounge at George Manning Lifecare, Lyttelton Street, Spreydon, on Thursday, September 12, at 2.00pm