Desmond Elder

On September 16, 2025, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 89 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Val, much loved father of Lynette Telford, and the late John Elder, doting Papa of Eleisha, and Krystelle, proud Great-Papa of Tai, and loved by his wider family and many friends. Thank you to the staff at Christchurch Hospital for their care and support of Des and his family. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Desmond Elder, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A service to celebrate Des’ life will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Tuesday, September 23, at 10.00am, followed by burial at Avonhead Memorial Cemetery.