On Thursday, July 16, 2026, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, in her 93rd year. Dearly loved wife of the late Lloyd. Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Anne and Stephen, Marc and Isabelle, and Benoît and Rachel. Cherished grandmother of her 11 grandchildren, and her great-grandson. In lieu of flowers, donations to the New Zealand Memorial Museum Trust – Le Quesnoy would be appreciated and may be made via bank transfer to 03-1509-0097188-00. Please use Cécile’s name as reference. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Cécile Upton, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545.

Rest in peace

A Requiem Mass will be celebrated at St Gregory’s Catholic Church, 26 Cotswold Avenue, Bishopdale, on Wednesday, July 22, at 11:00am, followed by interment at Avonhead Memorial Cemetery.