In loving memory

Chris “Chromie” Adam

Date of death March 28, 2026

Service Details

Tuesday, 7 April 2026

Westpark467 Wairakei Road, Burnside
Christchurch
Canterbury
8053
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Obituary

On Saturday, March 28, 2026, passed away peacefully in Christchurch, surrounded by family. Dearly loved husband of Jo, much loved father of Grace, and George. Cherished son and son-in-law of Noeline and the late Ken Adam, and Jillian and Roger Lake. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Pete and Sarah, Gary and Ange, Andrew and Di, and Don. Loved uncle of Thomas, and Campbell; Emily, and Ruby. A courageous battler, now at rest. Many thanks to Michelle Vaughan and the staff at St George’s Cancer Care Centre, and also to the amazing staff at Nurse Maude for their care of Chris. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Chris Adam, 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 Chris’ life will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, Christchurch, on Tuesday, April 7, at 10.00am. To watch a livestream of Chris’ celebration, please go to lambandhayward.co.nz and click on the link in Chris’ obituary.

Guestbook

  1. Jo, Grace, George and family, We feel so lucky to have shared so many great times with Chrome. We will especially miss our Saturday morning catch-ups and will always treasure the memories of our time together in Little Kaiteriteri. Love, Ross, Ange Lucy and Sam xxxx
    Ross, Ange, Lucy and Sam Gordon
  2. Jo, Grace and George, deepest sympathies to you and the wider family. Chris was one of the most remarkable and unique individuals I ever met. With his infectious nature, he could make you laugh and cry all at the same time, that's how good he was. We had a strong and shared kinship together as we started our careers largely together in the old PGG company. I have been blessed to have known him and will miss him dearly, along with anyone I am sure that ever knew him. Unfortunately, I am overseas and will not be able to attend his send off.
    Dave Burridge
  3. My thoughts are with you all at this heartbreaking time xxx
    Anonymous
  4. Sorry to read this late! Deepest sympathies to the Adam’s Family! Great times as kids tailing on the farm at Te Anau, bbqs at Gillespie Road. Fond memories of those time much love to Noeline. Kind Regards
    Julie Scobie (Wilson)
  5. Dear Jo , Sorry just heard of Chris's death . I used to work in the Shop in Strathallen Street Timaru , Chris was an awesome boss always treated everyone the same had nothing but the greatest respect for him . Last saw Chris at Geoff Tubb's funeral didn't get to talk to him didn't realize he was going thru his own journey . Was so sad and shocked to hear of his death . Thinking of you and your family Noeline Scully .
    Noeline Scully

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