On Thursday, August 7, 2025, passed away peacefully in his sleep at Holly Lea, aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Patsy, loved father and father-in-law of David, Mike and Rosamund. Adored Grandpa of Nicola, Jon, and Samantha; Daniel, Kimberley, and Alex, great-grandfather of Noah, and Zara. Many thanks to the staff at Holly Lea for their compassion and care of Ian. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Ian Ristrom, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. The service to celebrate Ian’s life will be held at Westpark, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Friday, August 15, at 2.00pm, followed by a private cremation.