Passed peacefully at Ngaio Marsh Retirement Village on Saturday, July 8, 2023, aged 94 years. Beloved husband of Shirley, and the late Ailsa (Billie), much loved father of Marg, Ian, Alister (dec), and Stephen, stepfather of Christine and Susan, and a loved grandfather and great-grandfather. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Bert Coombes, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In accordance with the family’s wishes, a private service has been held.