Elliot’s family are totally devastated and heartbroken to advise he died unexpectedly, at Christchurch Hospital, on Friday, October 6, 2023, aged 27 years. Dearly loved son of Kathleen and John, admired, inspirational, and head-strong brother of Jarrod, Megan, Lissa, and Samuel. He will be greatly missed by his wider family and mates. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Elliot Watkins, c/o PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Celebration of Elliot’s life will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Saturday, October 14, at 2.30pm, private cremation thereafter.

‘He is our rock’