In loving memory

Ian Thomas Neill

Date of death May 17, 2025

Service Details

Thursday, 22 May 2025

Westpark467 Wairakei Road, Burnside
Christchurch
Canterbury
8053
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Obituary

On May 17, 2025, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, aged 86 years. Dearly loved husband of Yvonne for 60 years, loving father and father-in-law of Stuart and Angela, Russell (deceased), David and Nicola, Bevan and Claire (England), Tania and Matt, loved grandfather of Nathan, Aaron, Hayden; Samantha, Jessica; Laurence, Finley; Taylor, and Tori. Ian was a much loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend. Special thanks to the staff at Christchurch Hospital, Camellia Court, and Bethesda Care Home, for their care and support. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Ian Neill, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A celebration of Ian’s life will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, on Thursday, May 22, at 10.00am.

Guestbook

  1. To Dear Yvonne and Family, our thoughts are very much with you all at this sad time. I think back to the times that we spent togetherr when you lived in Christie Street, good old days. will call in when passing through, takecare from Caroline and Robbie.
    Caroline Knox and Robyin Jackson

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