In loving memory

Brian Norman Anthony Howie Brown

Date of death January 22, 2026

Service Details

Wednesday, 28 January 2026

St Mary and St Francis de Sales Catholic Church41 Victoria Street
Rangiora
7400
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Obituary

Very peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, aged 81 years. Cherished husband and soulmate of Robyn. Much loved father and father-in-law of Richard, Simon and Esther, Juliet and Stephen, Kate and Denis, Joseph and Megan. Adored grandfather of Pablo, and Daniel; Sophie, and Olivia; Max, Harry, and Sam; and Josh, Lucas, and Blake.  Much loved brother, uncle and friend to many. Sincere thanks to all of the medical teams for the excellent care Brian received throughout his illness. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Asthma Foundation in memory of Brian would be appreciated and may be made online at asthmafoundation.org.nz. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Brian Brown, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Mary and St Francis de Sales Catholic Church, Chervier Centre, 41 Victoria Street, Rangiora, on Wednesday, January 28, at 1.30pm, followed by a private cremation.

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