Obituaries
Christopher 'Chris' Neil O’DONNELL
On Friday, February 27, 2026, peacefully at home surrounded by family, aged 63 years. Loving, treasured soulmate of Dawn for 43 years, beloved father and father-in-law of Lisa and Nigel, Ashley (deceased) and Sophie, Grandpa of Tyler, Georgia, Connor, Ella, and Scott, son of the late Ron and Val, loved by his brothers Paul, Kelvin, and Brent, and extended family. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Chris O’Donnell, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Prostate Cancer Foundation would be appreciated, and may be made online at prostate.org.nz. The funeral service to celebrate Chris’ life will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Thursday, March 5 at 10.00am. Private interment to follow.