
Wednesday, 19 August 2026
On August 10, 2026, passed away at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, aged 90 years. Dearly loved partner of Glennis, and loved husband of the late Leith. Much loved father and father-in-law of Kirsty (deceased), Victoria and Derek Templeton, James and Annabel, and Janine.
Adored Grandad and Great-Grandad to all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, loved and respected by Shannon and Paul, and Grant and their families. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Don Sloss, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to IHC would be appreciated and may be made online at ihc.org.nz. A service to celebrate Don’s life will be held at St Andrewâs College Centennial Chapel, 347 Papanui Road, Strowan, on August 19, at 1.00pm, followed by a private cremation.
Dear Vicki, James and Janine We are affectionately remembering our Uncle Don, a gentle giant in all our memories. He was a very dear brother-in-law to our late parents, Bryan and Clarice Seymour and Dad's treasured fishing partner over many years. We are thinking of you all. Your Aussie cousins Jenny, Kathy and PhiliJenny Henderson
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